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Roomful of Blues, formed in 1967 in Westerly, Rhode Island by Duke Robillard and Al Copley, is a legendary force in jump blues and swing revival. Now led by guitarist Chris Vachon with Rich Lataille’s longstanding horn leadership, the band blends brass-heavy arrangements with rootsy R&B influences to deliver high-energy live performances that keep dance floors buzzing. Over the decades, they’ve earned critical acclaim, including five Grammy nominations, seven Blues Music Awards, and recognition in the DownBeat International Critics Poll as Best Blues Band (twice).