'Gomes’ authentic voice and the formidable guitar chops place him in the forefront of
modern blues.'
- Blues Music Magazine
Anthony Gomes, #1 Billboard Blues Artist, is a triple threat force as a guitarist, vocalist and
songwriter. This, along with his high-energy shows and dynamic stage presence, make him
one of the top draws on the Rock/Blues circuit today.
Gomes’ new record Peace, Love & Loud Guitars, named Best Blues Album of 2018 by Blues
Rock Review and SoundGuardian Magazine, is the culmination of a life spent honoring Blues
traditions while never losing sight of his own identity. The Toronto born guitar slinger stands
his ground as a creative artist and is eager to push the Blues back into the mainstream.
'My goal is to keep the Blues fresh, exciting and even dangerous," says Gomes. "I want to
bring back the thrill longtime Bluesmen created in their day. At the same time, I think it’s very
important for the music to grow and evolve.
'He has performed with the likes of B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Robert Plant, Heart, Sammy Hagar,
.38 Special, Jonny Lang, Robert Cray and Kenny Wayne Shepherd. Gomes recalled a
conversation he had years ago with one of those legends. 'B.B. King told me the Blues are
like the laws of the land. They need to be amended to the times we live in,' Gomes said. 'As
an artist, it's very exciting to think that the Blues can be just as ground-breaking today as it
ever was.
"Believing that music can inspire the human spirit, Anthony founded the Music Is the
Medicine Foundation in 2010. This non-profit organization is dedicated to changing the lives
of others through the healing power of music.
Anthony Gomes has nothing left to prove while leaving all his passion on the table.
Nonetheless, he continues striving to not only find the legendary 'lost chord,' but the
ultimate combinations of words, notes and performance. Looking for an actual 21st Century
guitar hero? Here he is.
