Martin Sexton Joins Tedeschi Trucks Band at NJPAC 4/27

Tedeschi Trucks Band, the Grammy winning 11-member blues-rock group led by husband-wife team Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi, have proven to be one of the hottest, most uplifting acts on the road today. NJPAC is thrilled to welcome back Tedeschi Trucks Band this year following its memorable performance in October 2011.

Tedeschi Trucks Band is pleased to reveal its very special guest opening for their Saturday, April 27th show. Always eager to make each night unforgettable, the group has tappEd Martin Sexton to join them in carving out a new tradition of electrifying area appearances.

Steeped in folk and Americana roots, for over 20 years singer-songwriter Sexton has moved audiences with his introspective approach. Always hotwired for live shows, his devoted fanbase has allowed him to remain an independent force, what the New York Times says, "Jumps beyond standard fare..., his unpretentious heartiness helps him focus on every soul singer's goal: to amplify the sound of the ordinary heart."

In a concert review from the October 2011 packed show, the Newark Star Ledger said, "(TTB is)...a traditionalist's dream come true: a traveling gang of superb, seasoned players who animate classic blues and rock material and their own strong compositions with energy, sensitivity and onstage camaraderie. If you love rock and electric blues, you just might leave the theater with your faith in live music renewed."

Formed in 2010 when Derek (currently #16 on Rolling Stone's list of 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time) and Susan (a six-time Grammy nominee) decided to set aside their successful solo careers and join forces, Tedeschi Trucks Band has since been touring the globe - and accruing fans and accolades in the process. Fronted by Trucks' signature slide-guitar sound and Tedeschi's pliant, honey-to-husk voice, TTB -- as their fans know them -- delivers a hearty roots-rich musical mix with joyful, spontaneous energy and overflowing musical talent.

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