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With a recently released album Blak and Blu (Warner Bros.) charting at #6 on the Billboard 200 album chart and #1 on the Blues album chart, Gary Clark Jr. is further solidifying his presence in the music industry. Hailing from Austin, Texas this blues singer-songwriter is no stranger to the music scene. Enamored by the guitar at the age of twelve, Clark started to sharpen his instrumental gifts by performing at a variety of musical venues throughout the Lone Star State. Discovered by renowned entertainment promoter, Clifford Antone, Clark’s musical career would skyrocket by having the opportunity to collaborate with rock artists like Jimmie Vaughan. A clear catalyst in his career, Clark continued to flourish and would be invited to perform at major music venues throughout the country. As a result he would be identified as a “Best Young Gun” according to Rolling Stone and would improve his musical resume by recording with the likes of Alicia Keys.

CD of the Month December, 2012

Now 28 years old, Gary Clark Jr. has been preparing to release his major label debut since he first started playing live in Austin, Texas at the age of 12. Undeniably a blues guitar phenom since that young age, Gary has been Austin’s little secret until recently. The buzz surrounding his 4-song EP Bright Lights was substantial. And his live show, so dynamic that it demanded a relentless touring schedule the last couple years and ultimately delayed the release of his proper introduction - Blak and Blu.

Featured Album of the Week, 10/29/2012 | CD of the Month December, 2012

Now 28 years old, Gary Clark Jr. has been preparing to release his major label debut since he first started playing live in Austin, Texas at the age of 12. Undeniably a blues guitar phenom since that young age, Gary has been Austin’s little secret until recently. The buzz surrounding his 4-song EP Bright Lights was substantial. And his live show, so dynamic that it demanded a relentless touring schedule the last couple years and ultimately delayed the release of his proper introduction - Blak and Blu.

It won’t take very long to realize that you’re listening to something special the first time you hear Gary Clark Jr. For over a decade, he has been almost a mythical figure in a vibrant music scene of Austin, TX. Now the 27-year old guitarist is finally set to stretch his talents outside of his hometown. His introduction is a 4 song EP, Bright Lights that gives a glimpse at his tremendous potential and not surprisingly leaves you wanting more.

Gary Clark, Jr., impressed a lot of our festival goers this summer. Considered a pioneering guitarist alongside greats such as Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Gary Clark Jr. has raised many eyebrows with his ability to cut through styles of rock, blues, soul and R&B with seamless effort. He's released a number of EPs, and has his major label debut on Warner Brothers, August 9. Dubbed Bright Lights, Clark will have a full-length out in January of 2012.