Long Tall Deb and Colin John
Some of Ohio’s finest blues artists will come together for one unforgettable night as Long Tall Deb & Colin John, featuring Chris Butler and Jason Edwards, headline a powerhouse Thanksgiving Eve celebration of blues guitar. Known for their electrifying blend of blues, soul, roots, and world music, Long Tall Deb & Colin John will be joined by an all-star lineup of special guests, making this one ofthe year’s premier blues events. Featured guitar slingers include Blues Music Award nominee Austin Walkin’ Cane as well as Zayne Harshaw of Blue Spectrum, each bringing their own distinctive style and firepower to thestage. Opening the evening is Benjamin Callender, fresh off his victory as the 2026 Columbus Blues Alliance Blues Challenge Solo Champion, showcasing one of the region’s brightest emerging blues talents. This Thanksgiving Eve Blues Guitar Meltdown promises an evening of exceptional musicianship and spontaneous moments that blues fans won’t want to miss. Event Details: Thanksgiving Eve Blues Guitar Meltdown Wednesday, November 25 Presented by Crazy Mama’s Concerts & WCBE Featuring: Long Tall Deb & Colin John Chris Butler Jason Edwards Special Guests: Austin Walkin’ Cane Zayne Harshaw (Blue Spectrum) Opening Performance: Benjamin Callender (2026 Columbus Blues Alliance Blues Challenge Solo Winner) Celebrate the holiday with an unforgettable night of world-class blues, outstanding guitar work, and musical camaraderie. “This is an utterly original mélange of all the music that we have enjoyed for around 80 years. It is also compelling as all get-out.” –Blues Matters UK "Credit Long Tall Deb and Colin John for forging their own unique sound. It’s refreshing and captivating." ~ Elmore Magazine Like many blues and soul vocalists of note, “Long Tall Deb” Landolt cultivated her soul/gospel honey-dipped voice in church as a child. Her debut “Raise Your Hands” gained heavy rotation on Sirius/XM’s“Bluesville” and garnered attention both for her soulful vocal dynamics and songwriting: owing a lot to her Texas/Mexico border roots. Transpacific Bluesman Colin John received his early touring miles with Teeny Hodges, Little Mike and The Tornadoes, Henry Grey, Pinetop Perkins, Michael Hill, Hubert Sumlin, Phil Guy, Big Jack Johnson, and Gary Brooker of Procol Harum. Their one-of-a-kind sound incorporates a solid bedrock of blues and soul sensibilities cross-pollinated with their respective deep roots in Texas and Hawai’i and topped with world roots influences gleaned from their travels throughout Europe, North America, Asia, and the Pacific. Film and TV soundtrack credits include TNT's "Good Behavior" and indie film "Contrast". Their new VizzTone album “Light It Up” is set to release Spring, 2025.