Artist name: Cliff Stevens

Music style: Guitar based American roots

Famous Similar Artist(s): Eric Clapton

Artist Description: Although often compared to Eric Clapton both in his playing and singing, Stevens is no Clapton clone. While there similarities (in fact, he heads a Clapton tribute group, Slowhand he claims the blues as his first love, while acknowledging a powerful pop influence in his writing. This pop and roots combination creates a roots crossover style that satisfies both novice and ardent blues fan. His raspy voice, catchy tunes and accessible lyrics make him an instant favorite with crowds. His incredible intensity and lyrical ability on the guitar pays tribute to the cream of the great blues guitarists while expressing a tone and feel that is truly his own.

Musical influences: Eric Clapton, Johnny Winter, Albert & B.B. King

Artist History: After spending years as a sideman playing with different groups - for crowds of 14000 at the Montreal International Jazz Festival, 1400 at the Medley Club in Montreal, or 14 drunks in Moose Jaw, Canadian blues guitarist CLIFF STEVENS decided to go solo

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Press reviews: "Stevens is a well known veteran Canadian blues guitarist...Said The Wrong Thing and Crying My Heart Out showcase his fluid playing" - Real Blues Magazine "Cliff Stevens sings and plays his heart out - this artist from Canada is one of the best discoveries on the Preservation Blues Review" - Friends of the Blues magazine "From Canada - a blues guitarist of amazing talent!" - Enjeux International magazine "Said The Wrong Thing by Canadian blues guitarist Cliff Stevens is my signature song" - Dave Bronstetter CBC Radio

Instruments: Lead and slide guitar, vocals

Album Names: Said The Wrong Thing