Warrior, survivor, icon. If there were Grandmasters in the world of music – Walter Trout would surely be among them. From his early days in 1970’s LA supporting the likes of John Lee Hooker, Big Mama Thornton and Percy Mayfield – through to his stint playing guitar for the seminal Canned Heat (1981-1985) – the turning point for this gifted musician was his invitation to join British blues giant John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, where he paired up with fellow six-string virtuoso Coco Montoya. Emboldened and encouraged by Mayall, Walter began what would become his own very successful solo career in 1989.
34 years and 30 albums later, through well-documented sickness and health, 72 year old Walter Trout has emerged stronger, more determined and as brilliant as ever. His passion for music and connecting with other music lovers through his songs and incendiary live performances, and the support and love of his family is both his lifeline and his inspiration. Performing with Walter on the tour will be his son, Jon Trout on 2nd guitar, alongside a hand-picked group of other top musicians.
Blues guitar great Walter Trout and his band are heading to Australia for a series of gigs beginning in January 2024. Ahead the tour Australian Musician editor Greg Phillips caught up with Walter Trout over a zoom call to chat about his career, gear and the Australian tour. Photos by Wicked Rock Photography
Walter Trout Australian Tour Dates
Thur January 25 The Princess Theatre Brisbane
Fri January 26 Tank Arts Centre Cairns
Sat January 27 Factory Theatre Sydney
Sun January 28 Lizotte’s Newcastle
Tue January 30 Harmonie German Club Canberra
Wed January 31 Memo Music Hall Melbourne
Thur February 1 Memo Music Hall Melbourne
Fri February 2 The Gov Adelaide
Sat February 3 Freo Social Fremantle
Tickets to all shows on sale now Gerrard Allman Events
