Tommy Castro and the Pain Killers
Tommy Castro is a blues, R&B, and rock guitarist and singer born in San Jose, California on April 15, 1955. He began his musical journey in the Bay Area, playing in cover bands in the 1970s before leading his own bands, including the Tommy Castro Band and the Painkillers. Castro's music blends blues, R&B, and funk, and he is known for his soulful voice and passionate guitar playing.
He formed the band The Painkillers in 2012, and they have evolved into a tight, four-piece lineup.
Tommy Castro & The Painkillers continue to tour and perform regularly, captivating audiences with their blues and rock sound. They recently released "A Bluesman Came To Town," a concept album that tells the story of a young man who gets bitten by the blues bug and heads out on the road.