Tab Benoit
Grammy nominated songwriter and guitarist, Tab Benoit, infuses the heart and passion of the bayou into his own unique compositions. Playing a variety of swamp-pop classics to gritty blues and rootsy jams, he received several cherished blues awards while earning a place in the Louisiana Blues Hall of Fame. In this episode, Tab reveals his southern inspirations, and how his experiences have inspired his songwriting and activism in conservation.
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