Tab Benoit Deliver a Deep-Groove, Guitar-Forward Set at the Ryman
Ryman Auditorium — Nashville, TN | November 6, 2020
Tab Benoit delivered a measured, groove-centric performance at the Ryman Auditorium on November 6, 2020, leaning into tone, restraint, and feel rather than flash. In a room that rewards nuance, Benoit’s swampy blues-rock translated with clarity and weight, allowing every dynamic shift to register.
The strongest moments came when Benoit let songs breathe. His guitar work favored fat, sustained notes and economical phrasing, drawing power from space rather than speed. Vocals were unforced and conversational, reinforcing the lived-in authenticity of the material. The Ryman’s acoustics amplified the low-end warmth of his tone, making even restrained passages feel substantial.
Musically, the band remained locked and patient. The rhythm section provided a steady, elastic pocket that let grooves settle and roll forward naturally. Transitions were smooth and unhurried, keeping momentum intact without rushing the set. Rather than building toward dramatic peaks, the performance relied on consistency and control.
The pacing felt deliberate and confident, underscoring Benoit’s long-standing reputation as a player who trusts the song and the room. The result was a performance rooted in feel and discipline—blues-rock presented without excess.
This Ryman performance captured Tab Benoit in classic form—patient, groove-driven, and fully committed to tone over theatrics.
Band (2020 touring lineup)
Tab Benoit — vocals, guitar
Corey Duplechin — bass
Terence Higgins — drums
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