Roy Rogers: Delta Slide Guitar Master

Roy Rogers 8-Time Grammy Nominated American Blues & Rock Slide-Guitarist  Sunday July 19, 2026 @ 7:30pm “Roy Rogers means the modern master in the art of slide guitar. His versatility with the technique is nothing short of astonishing.” ~ All Music Guide “That’s not a slide on Roy Rogers’ pinky, it’s a time machine. With it, Rogers transports you to the Mississippi Delta’s past and future. – Guitar Player Roy Rogers returns to SJCT! Roy is considered one of the world’s preeminent master Delta slide guitarists. With over 20 recordings to his credit, Rogers has garnered 8 Grammy nominations for producing, as a recording artist, and as a songwriter. His collaborations have garnered major media accolades globally for producing critically acclaimed Grammy nominated recordings for John Lee Hooker and Ramblin' Jack Elliott, as well as collaborations with Bonnie Raitt, Carlos Santana, Bela Fleck, Allan Toussaint, Sammy Hagar & Ray Manzarek among others. Known worldwide for his searing performances that have been named a festival favorites including NOLA Jazz Fest, North Sea Jazz Festival in Holland, Montreux in Switzerland, Pistoia in Italy, Jazz Fest in Nola + North American festivals in Canada & the United States, more than 4 decades of touring the globe. “Rogers is one of the best slide guitarists on the planet.”  New Orleans Times-Picayune/The Advocate “Rogers turns in performances that are searing, soulful, and spiritual by turns …”  Washington Post “Sounds the way good bourbon tastes, smooth and with a kick.”  Spin “One of the rare guitar heroes who values feeling over flash.”  Rolling Stone Runtime: Two 45 Minute Sets w/ Break Tickets: Adults $32, Students $16, Student Rush $5