Anders Osborne, a Sweden-born, New Orleans-based singer-songwriter and guitarist, has been a force in American roots music for decades. Known for his raw and soulful blend of blues, rock, and folk, Osborne’s music is deeply influenced by his early love for artists ranging from Robert Johnson and Joni Mitchell to John Coltrane and Bob Dylan. Since settling in New Orleans in 1986, he has become a fixture of the city’s music scene, earning accolades such as Entertainer of the Year from Gambit Weekly and Best Guitarist from OffBeat magazine. With 17 albums to his name, including Picasso’s Villa, Osborne’s songwriting explores themes of life, love, and cultural change, often blending heavy rock energy with introspective storytelling. His compositions have been recorded by artists like Keb’ Mo’, Tim McGraw, and Trombone Shorty, and he has performed alongside legends such as Toots and the Maytals, Derek Trucks, and Warren Haynes. A Jazz Fest staple for 35 years, Osborne continues to captivate audiences with his electrifying live shows and deep, poetic lyricism.
