Gerry Hundt Trio

Chicago Blues, Surf, Rock & Country… The Gerry Hundt Trio rocks stages and crosses genres with irresistible energy!

From the fiery riffs of Buddy Guy's Legends in Chicago to the clubs and festivals of Europe, Gerry and his bandmates deliver groove after groove that gets feet tapping and hearts smiling. Fiery blues, wild surf, roots rock, and elegant country: each concert is a musical journey through the decades. Whether in the temples of the world's blues or at more intimate evenings, the Gerry Hundt Trio guarantees a unique atmosphere and an unforgettable show. They have already electrified audiences in Germany, Switzerland, France, the Benelux countries, as well as Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, and of course, Chicago… The next stop is yours!

Influences

From the Chicago Blues of Magic Sam and Muddy Waters to the guitar flashes of Otis Rush, the raw energy of Chris Stapleton, the wild surf of Dick Dale, the swampy swamp of Tony Joe White, and the modern groove of the Black Keys… The Gerry Hundt Trio draws inspiration from all these vibrations to create a lively, rich, and soulful sound.

History

Born in Chicago, Gerry Hundt is a respected figure in the local blues scene. He has been applauded at Kingston Mines, Buddy Guy's Legends, and in the region's most authentic clubs. His recordings on Delmark, Blind Pig, and Blue Bella Records have made him a staple, as have his headlining appearances at the Chicago Blues Festival and the Montreal Jazz Festival.

With his traveling companions, Tom Lehnert (drums) and Renaud Lesire (bass), Gerry delivers vibrant and evocative music that captivates both enthusiasts and the curious. An outstanding multi-instrumentalist, Gerry Hundt embodies the blues in all its truth: committed, inhabited, and generous. Supported by a solid, funky, and irresistible rhythm section, the Gerry Hundt Trio takes you on a journey where the blues is tinged with rock, surf, and roots.

A concert that's not just a watch… but a feel. GET HIP! is the new album from the Gerry Hundt Trio – and it's much more than just a record.

Recorded live at Unison Studios (Luxembourg), GET HIP! sounds like an invitation to dive into the heart of the blues… and like a vibrant retrospective of Gerry Hundt's career. Led by Tom Lehnert on drums and Dan Fastro on bass, the trio unleashes raw energy, navigating between original compositions and nods to the friends and mentors who forged their sound. A sincere, intense, and unvarnished album.

A record that grooves, that breathes... and that grabs you from the first note.