You're looking at Bobby Rush, a towering figure in traditional blues whose influence spans decades and stages—from the studio to festival grounds and iconic TV appearances. With a career highlighted by multiple Grammy wins and a reputation for electrifying live performances, Rush continues to bring soulful vocal delivery, tight guitar textures, and a commanding stage presence to audiences nationwide. Below you’ll find a concise biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour information designed to help you find and secure tickets with ease.
The sound
The musical character
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Onstage company
Documented collaborators
Biography, discography, and live performances sit at the heart of Bobby Rush's enduring appeal. A veteran of the blues scene, Rush first made waves in the 1970s with chart-topping singles and landmark albums. His career retained momentum into the 2010s and 2020s, culminating in multiple Grammy wins and high-profile live appearances, including festival stages and a Grand Ole Opry moment with Kenny Wayne Shepherd. In 2025, Rush released Young Fashioned Ways with Shepherd and embarked on a 24-city U.S. tour starting April 25, 2025. Expect dynamic vocal delivery, tight rhythm sections, and a show that honors traditional blues while embracing modern ferocity.
The live experience
What reaches the room
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The essentials
Quick Facts About Bobby Rush
2025 album Young Fashioned Ways with Kenny Wayne Shepherd released March 21, 2025; 24-city U.S. tour begins April 25, 2025.
All My Love For You won the Grammy for Best Traditional Blues Album at the 66th Grammy Awards (Feb 2024).
Porcupine Meat won the Grammy for Best Traditional Blues Album in 2017; Rawer Than Raw won in 2021. All My Love For You is Rush’s third Grammy win.
Notable chart facts: Chicken Heads reached No. 34 on the Billboard R&B chart in 1971; I Wanna Do the Do peaked at No. 75 on the Billboard R&B chart in 1979; Porcupine Meat debuted at No. 23 on the Billboard Top R&B Albums chart.
Rush’s live reputation includes extensive blues festival appearances, a Grand Ole Opry moment with Shepherd, and an Austin City Limits feature in 2025.
The records
Bobby Rush Discography
Young Fashioned Ways
2025 · RAM Records / Deep Rush Records / Thirty Tigers
Undercover Lover
2024 · Deep Rush Records / Thirty Tigers
All My Love for You
2023 · Deep Rush Records / Thirty Tigers
Rawer Than Raw
2020 · Deep Rush Records / Thirty Tigers
Sitting on Top of the Blues
2019 · Deep Rush Records / Thirty Tigers
Porcupine Meat
2016 · Rounder Records
Live at Ground Zero (DVD + CD)
2003 · Deep Rush
Undercover Lover
2003 · Deep Rush
Night Fishin
2005 · Deep Rush
Folkfunk
2004 · Deep Rush
Hoochie Man
2000 · Waldoxy
Rush Hour
1979 · Philadelphia International
Sue
1981 · LaJam
Wearing It Out
1983 · LaJam
Gotta Have Money
1984 · LaJam
What’s Good for the Goose Is Good for the Gander
1985 · LaJam
A Man Can Give It (But He Can’t Take It)
1988 · LaJam
Making a Decision
1983 · LaJam
Man Can Give It But He Can't Take It
1990 · La Jam
I Ain’t Studdin’ You
1991 · Urgent
The hits
Top Bobby Rush Songs
Chicken Heads
1971 · Billboard R&B chart peak No. 34
I Wanna Do the Do
1979 · Billboard R&B chart peak No. 75
Who Was That
2025 · N/A (debut single from Young Fashioned Ways)
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Biography at a Glance
Renowned traditional blues artist with a career spanning decades and numerous charting singles.
Grammy wins include Best Traditional Blues Album for All My Love For You (66th Grammy Awards, February 2024) and prior wins for Porcupine Meat (2017) and Rawer Than Raw (2021). All My Love For You marks Rush’s third Grammy win.
Recent collaborations and releases include the 2025 album Young Fashioned Ways with Kenny Wayne Shepherd, released March 21, 2025.
Live reputation features extensive blues festival appearances, a Grand Ole Opry moment with Shepherd, and a 2025 Austin City Limits feature.
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Discography Highlights
Porcupine Meat — Grammy winner for Best Traditional Blues Album (2017).
Rawer Than Raw — Grammy winner for Best Traditional Blues Album (2021).
All My Love For You — Grammy winner for Best Traditional Blues Album (66th Grammys, 2024).
Young Fashioned Ways (with Kenny Wayne Shepherd) — Released March 21, 2025; 24-city U.S. tour begins April 25, 2025.
Notable chart history: Chicken Heads reached No. 34 on the Billboard R&B chart in 1971; I Wanna Do the Do reached No. 75 on the Billboard R&B chart in 1979; Porcupine Meat debuted at No. 23 on the Billboard Top R&B Albums chart.
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Upcoming Tours and Live Shows
Young Fashioned Ways with Kenny Wayne Shepherd — U.S. tour: starts April 25, 2025. Venue details vary by city; we’ll provide current options and help you secure seats for each date.
Festival appearances and select club dates announced for 2025–2026. Contact us for the latest show-by-show listings and ticket availability.