Darren Thiboutot Jr.

Darren Thiboutot, Jr.
Thiboutot performing with Buddy Guy and his band at the Capital Center for the Arts in New Hampshire.
Background information
Also known as Lil' Bluesman
Born (1997-09-05) September 5, 1997
Maine, United States
Genres
Occupation(s) Musician, guitarist, singer, songwriter
Instruments Guitar
Years active 2009 (2009)-present
Associated acts Buddy Guy
Eddie Kirkland
Marty Sammon
Danny Gatton
Memphis Lightning
Darren Thiboutot Sr.
Rick McLennan
Website http://www.memphislightning.com

Darren Thiboutot, Jr. (born September 5, 1997) is an American guitarist, known for his work with roots, blues, and rock n' roll band Memphis Lightning, Eddie Kirkland, and Buddy Guy.

Early life

Thiboutot was born in Maine to his mother Deb, and father Darren "Big Red" Thiboutot. His father was a session and touring blues drummer in the 1990s for artists such as Eddie Kirkland, Tab Benoit, and The Hoo Doo Kings.[1][2]

Career

Thiboutot has played with his band Memphis Lightning and other artists such as Eddie Kirkland, Buddy Guy, and Jamiah on Fire and The Red Machine.[3][4] In 2016, Thiboutot represented the state of Maine in The International Blues Challenge Youth Showcase.[1] He is also an endorser of WB Gear.[5]

Discography

  • 2017 – "Trouble" with Memphis Lightning
  • 2017 – "Waiting on an Answer" with Andy Penk

References

  1. 1 2 Bouchard, Kelley (11 June 2016). "Darren Thiboutot, Cheverus High School". Portland Press Herald. Retrieved 4 January 2017.
  2. ↑ "Darren Thiboutot". AllMusic. Retrieved 4 January 2017.
  3. ↑ "Buddy Guy and Darren Thiboutot jam together on stage". YouTube. 27 September 2016. Retrieved 4 January 2017.
  4. ↑ "Band Bio's". Memphis Lightning. Retrieved 4 January 2017.
  5. ↑ "Endorsement FAQ's". WB Gear. Retrieved 2017-01-04.
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