Dutch Blues

Dutch blues embeds the rich, soulful tradition of American blues into the heart of the Netherlands, producing a unique European blues flavor that interlocks with the country's musical identity. It often creates a hybrid sound with a raw, energetic twist, mirroring the socially conscious and rebellious spirit of the post-war years. Artists like Cuby & The Blizzards and Livin' Blues have merged classic blues elements such as emotive guitar riffs and heartfelt vocals with rock, folk, and sometimes even psychedelic influences. The genre is characterized by its gritty authenticity and the musicians' passionate commitment to preserving the introspective storytelling and improvisational essence of the blues, while also infusing it with a distinctly Dutch sense of melancholy and down-to-earth directness.

Second Hand Heart

Twelve Bar Blues Band•

Detroit Blues Band

Album - 12 Tracks - Released February 12, 2026