Slim Lightfoot

Slim Lightfoot

Slim Lightfoot is a Brighton-based blues musician who plays delta blues and blues-infused material. His work draws on down-home old-style blues, including references to Son House and Howlin’ Wolf, and also moves into more electric, garage-oriented territory. An accordion sometimes appears in the arrangement, alongside a stomp board used in his solo performances.

Style and approach

His music combines traditional blues influences with a more eclectic and experimental approach. The available recordings are described as showing a strong respect for blues forms while avoiding a derivative or contrived sound. He performs both as a solo act and with a group called The Backbones, which gives his sound a fuller and heavier edge.

Performances and activity

He performs on the streets, in bars, clubs, festivals and private functions, and also plays in the UK and sometimes in Europe. He appears under his own name in a solo capacity and with The Backbones.

Collaborations and appearances

Slim Lightfoot has supported Andre Williams, The Black Keys, Jason Ringenberg and Jem Finer. His recordings have been bought by Paul Rodgers, Jack Dee and Rick Parfitt. His music also appears on radio and television, including BBC1, Channel 4 and Radio 2, as well as on numerous stations in the United States.