From Staff Reports 

NEWBERRY, S.C. — Singer-guitarist Tab Benoit will perform at 8 p.m. Jan. 28 at Newberry Opera House at 1201 McKibben St. here.

“One of the most impressive guitarists to emerge from the rich bayous of Southern Louisiana in recent years, Tab Benoit’s guitar tone can be recognized before his Otis-Redding-ish voice resonates from the speakers,” an event promotion stated.

 â€œHe doesn’t rely on any effects and his setup is simple. It consists of a guitar, cord, and Category 5 Amplifier.

“The effects that you hear come from his fingers.” 

Further, Benoit is a Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and guitarist who has built a remarkable 30-plus-year career “on the foundation of his gritty and soulful Delta swamp blues, acquiring a devoted legion of fans along the way,” a promotion stated.

He also has snared five Blues Music Awards, including B.B. King Entertainer of the Year (twice) and an induction into The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame.  

He has recorded and/or performed with Junior Wells, George Porter Jr, Dr. John, Willie Nelson, Big Chief Monk Boudreaux, Billy Joe Shaver, Maria Muldaur, James Cotton, Cyril Neville, Kenny Aronoff, Allen Toussaint, Kim Wilson, Jimmy Thackery, Charlie Musslewhite, Kenny Neal, Chris Layton, Ivan Neville, Jimmy Hall, Jim Lauderdale, Anders Osborne, and Alvin Youngblood Hart. 

For tickets, visit newberryoperahouse.secure.force.com/ticket.