His slide guitar playing has been praised by Rolling Stone. His lyrics have been ranked with Bob Dylan and Tom Waits by Blues Revue. MOJO has called him a “songwriter of startling originality.” He’s been awarded a Gold Record for his work with Eagle-Eye Cherry and Rick Rubin. He was one of the first artists to be described as “Alternative Blues.” 9 albums and 20+ years later, the label still applies as Preacher Boy continues to both honor and redefine the country blues tradition.

Whether it’s you, two good friends and a bottle of wine, or full catering, an open bar and 500 of your best friends, Preacher Boy will come to your house and deliver 2 hours of raw, foot-stompin’ country blues as only he can play them*

Plus, up to 25 guests will receive signed copies of Preacher Boy’s 2016 release The National Blues.

Did we mention that Preacher Boy has a Gateway connection? You may also know him as Christopher Watkins, husband of Amy Marinelli, and the father of Gateway 2nd grader Clara Bay Marinelli Watkins!

Donated by Preacher Boy (a.k.a. Gateway parent, Christopher Watkins)