Onstage company
Documented collaborators
Joanna Connor is a powerhouse blues guitarist and dynamic performer whose career spans decades and continents. Born in Brooklyn and raised in Worcester, she moved to Chicago in 1984, where she built a formidable presence in the Chicago blues scene. Known for her fearless slide guitar, soulful voice, and a blending of blues with funk, soul, and jazz influences, Joanna has shared stages with legends like Buddy Guy and James Cotton and led her own Wrecking Crew for years. Her work has earned nominations and praise across the blues community, and she remains an essential live act for fans of authentic guitar-driven blues.