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US & International booking enquiries:
Felix
(+1) 929-233-4104 (Whatsapp available)
(+34) 654-865-870 (Whatsapp available)
felixslim@gmail.com
2020 INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE (IBC) 2nd PLACE SOLO/DUO WINNER AND LEE OSKAR BEST HARMONICA AWARD
One of Spain’s leading blues musicians, born in the North African enclave of Ceuta-Cadiz and based in Brooklyn, New York, Felix Slim is an entirely self-taught multi-instrumentalist and specializes in blues, ragtime and swing from the 1920s to 1940s.
Influenced by the Delta, Piedmont and Texas sound, Slim uses slide guitar, fingerpicking and standard and open tunings, and has played his dynamic versions of blues classics and original songs with echoes of flamenco, rebetiko and jazz manouche on eight albums and in over fourteen countries worldwide.
Expertly swapping between the harmonica and kazoo along with his unique singing voice complement each other, creating a fresh and distinctive yet true vintage sound. His ability to connect and involve the audience has developed a compelling live show, which combines the humor and warmth of his native Andalusia with the gritty reality of country blues.
In addition to these styles he plays electric guitar and sings in his own Felix Slim Blues Band, delivering a mix of 1950s and 1960s electric blues, swing, r&b and early soul/funk.
“Felix Slim passionately and convincingly explores the long-standing and soulful traditions of blues music. Felix Slim is the ‘real deal.’” – Michael “Hawkeye” Herman – www.HawkeyeHerman.com
“In my humble opinion Felix Slim is one of the finest exponents of blues working today. His magnetic stage persona combined with his extraordinary guitar and harmonica playing are second to none. Miss him at your peril!” – Andy Davies – BBC Radio 2
“The first time I saw Felix in performance, I was captivated by his commitment to a very special style. Although I knew the genre of music he was dedicated to, he made my senses pay attention.” – Tony Braunagel – tonybraunagel.com
ACHIEVEMENTS
International Blues Challenge 2020
-Solo/Duo Second Winner
-Lee Oskar Best Harmonica Award
Long Island Blues Challenge 2020 Solo/Duo Winner
International Blues Challenge 2017 & 2018 Finalist
Barcelona Blues Society Challenge 2008 Solo/Duo Winner
Spain’s tv show ‘Un Pais Para Escucharlo’
IBC 2020 Documentary
Dabell Harmonicas endorsement
FESTIVALS
Cazorla Blues Festival – Spain
Antequera Blues Festival – Spain
Isle of Mann Blues Festival – UK
Iraklio Arts Festival – Greece
Hondarribia Blues Festival – Spain
Cali Blues Festival – Colombia
Gieten Blues Festival – Holland
Faro Blues Festival – Portugal
Leganes Blues Festival – Spain
Cedar Beach Blues Festival – USA
Wheeling Heritage Blues Fest – USA
Blues, Brews and Botanics – USA
Seoul Blues Festival – Korea
NEW ALBUM !!!!
