Christone "Kingfish" Ingram Commands the Rooftop at AmericanaFest
BMI Rooftop — Nashville, TN | August 13, 2022
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram delivered a powerful, stripped-down performance at the BMI Rooftop during Americana Music Festival on August 13, 2022, cutting through the downtown buzz with authority and focus. The open-air setting placed Kingfish front and center, where his tone, timing, and presence carried effortlessly over the city backdrop.
The set’s strongest moments came from fan favorites like “Outside of This Town,” “Fresh Out,” and “Rock & Roll,”each showcasing his ability to blend traditional blues foundations with a modern edge. His guitar work was confident and controlled, favoring phrasing and dynamics over excess, while his vocals grounded the performance with conviction. Even in a festival environment with constant movement, Kingfish held the audience’s attention from start to finish.
Additional selections included Empty Promises, Not Gonna Lie, Long Distance Woman, and Another Life Goes By, rounding out a concise set that highlighted both his technical skill and emotional depth.
The AmericanaFest appearance reinforced Kingfish’s standing as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary blues—capable of commanding any stage, even one overlooking Broadway.
Band Lineup
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram — Vocals / Guitar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kingfish_ingramDeshawn “D-Vibes” Alexander — Bass
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dvibesmusicChris Black — Drums
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisblackdrums
