A blues album recorded in Jersey has won a prestigious American music award.
‘Ten Chicago Blues Classics’ was recorded by Jersey-born Blues harmonica virtuoso Giles Robson and triple Grammy nominee John Primer in the Golden Apple Suite in the Pomme D’Or.
It has now been announced as the winner of a Blues Blast Music Award in the ‘acoustic blues album’ category, after over 6,000 music enthusiasts cast votes.
This makes Mr Robson the first UK winner of the award in its 18-year history.
“I’m incredibly grateful for having the opportunity to work with such a great musical legend like John and learn from him,” he said.
“It’s truly a great honour that I don’t take for granted and to win an award together is very special and I’m extremely grateful to him.
“I’d also like to thank John’s wife and manager Lisa for her steadfast belief in the project and her great support.”
The pair were nominated for the prestigious award in August, and are now embarking on a European tour which will arrive in the UK on Saturday 4 October.
Mr Robson will also be performing at the Salty Dog on Wednesday 15 October.
Tickets can be purchased here.
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