Spider John Koerner Tickets

Spider John Koerner (August 31, 1938 – May 18, 2024) was a defining figure in the 1960s folk-blues revival. Born in Rochester, New York, Koerner helped shape a sound that blended traditional blues with Appalachian and tin Pan Alley influences, leaving a lasting imprint on American roots music. He performed as a solo artist, as part of the duo-turned-trio Koerner, Ray & Glover (with Ray & Glover), and through collaborations that highlighted raw, expressive guitar and storytelling vocals. Koerner’s work continues to influence today’s folk and blues artists, and his legacy lives on through archival releases, tributes, and ongoing appreciation from fans around the world.

On this performer page, you’ll find a detailed biography, highlights from his prolific discography, and information about his posthumous and tribute activities. We’ve gathered essential background, context, and links to official pages so you can explore Spider John Koerner’s enduring impact in one place.

Koerner’s career spans pivotal recordings with KR&G—Koerner, Ray & Glover—whose 1963 album Blues, Rags and Hollers helped define the era. His solo work, including Spider Blues (1965) and Running, Jumping, Standing Still (1969, with Willie Murphy), showcases a performer who could fuse blues grit with rootsy storytelling. The 2013 release What’s Left of Spider John on Hornbeam offered a late-career reflection, followed by public performances through 2019. Though there are no 2025 tour dates, fans can explore his catalog via Bandcamp and official profiles, and remember him through memorials and tribute performances held in 2024.

Explore Spider John Koerner’s discography, learn about his collaborations, and stay connected to his enduring musical footprint through official channels and archival releases.