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Tommy Castro

Tommy Castro Tour Dates and Upcoming Concerts

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On tour Yes
Followers 77,260
Category Rhythm & Blues, Soul, Rock, Blues, R&b
Concerts
Jan
10
Coach House Concert Hall
San Juan Capistrano
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Jan
11
Belly Up
Solana Beach
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Jan
12
The Venice West
Venice
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Jan
14
Coconino Center For the Arts
Flagstaff
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Jan
15
Musical Instrument Museum
Phoenix
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Jan
16
Palm Springs Cultural Center
Palm Springs
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Jan
17
Stage Red
Fontana
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Jan
18
The Siren
Morro Bay
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Jan
19
Moe's Alley
Santa Cruz
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Jan
25
Funky Biscuit
Boca Raton
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Jan
26
Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise #42 - Eastern Caribbean
Fort Lauderdale
Tickets
Feb
11
Antone's
Austin
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Feb
12
The Kessler Theater
Dallas
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Feb
13
Sam's Burger Joint
San Antonio
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Feb
14
The Heights Theater
Houston
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Feb
15
Chickie Wah Wah
New Orleans
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Feb
18
The Tin Pan
Richmond
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Feb
19
World Cafe Live
Philadelphia
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Feb
20
Iridium
New York
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Feb
21
Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club
Portsmouth
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Feb
22
Shea Theater Arts Center
Turners Falls
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Feb
23
The Kate
Old Saybrook
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Feb
25
Funk n Waffles
Syracuse
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Feb
26
The State Theatre
State College
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Feb
27
Musikfest
Bethlehem
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Feb
28
Moondogs
Blawnox
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Mar
01
Stuart's Opera House
Nelsonville
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Mar
02
The Southgate House Revival
Newport
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Mar
04
The Castle Theatre: Tommy Castro & The Painkillers with Special Guests The Nick Moss Band
Bloomington
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Aug
09
Bayfront Blues Festival (Aug 8 - Aug 10)
Duluth
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About Tommy Castro
Multiple award-winning, California-based blues and rock sensation Tommy Castro is the guitar slinging, soul-singing leader of the telepathically tight and wildly raucous Tommy Castro & The Painkillers. He’s released 17 previous albums over the course of his four-decade career. Each release features its own individual sound and style, ranging from horn-fueled R&B to piping hot blues and soul to fiery, stripped-down rock ‘n’ roll. With his new album, Closer To The Bone, Castro has returned to his roots, delivering what he calls “a real blues record, the way they would have made them back in the day.” Closer To The Bone is the most unvarnished, straight-ahead blues release of Castro’s career, one that bristles with every ounce of his dynamic energy and raw emotion. On Closer To The Bone (Castro’s 8th Alligator release), Castro and his Painkillers—bassist Randy McDonald, keyboardist Mike Emerson and drummer Bowen Brown—mix new Castro originals (Ain’t Worth The Heartache, Can’t Catch A Break, Crazy Woman Blues) with songs originally performed by many of Castro’s friends and heroes. Artists and their songs include Johnny Nitro (One More Night, on which Castro plays his treasured 1966 black Fender Stratocaster, a guitar once owned by Nitro himself), Magic Slim (Hole In The Wall), Ron Thompson (Freight Train), Mike Duke (Keep Your Dog Inside) and Chris Cain (Woke Up And Smelled The Coffee). Castro additionally chose obscure songs by Wynonie Harris (Bloodshot Eyes), Eddie Taylor (Stroll Out West), Jimmy Nolen (The Way You Do) and Johnny “Guitar” Watson (She Moves Me). According to Castro, “These are not the obvious artists people generally cover, and that was most definitely on purpose.” Closer To The Bone was produced by master guitarist and studio wizard Christoffer “Kid” Andersen (producer of over 100 albums), at his now-famous Greaseland Studio in San Jose, California. Closer To The Bone finds Castro at the top of his game, bringing his seemingly limitless energy and boundless talent to the studio. Guests on the album include labelmates Andersen, Rick Estrin, Chris Cain and Billy Branch, along with saxophone player/vocalist Deanna Bogart, keyboard wizard Jim Pugh and, on three songs, the voices of The Sons Of The Soul Revivers. Born in San Jose, California in 1955, Tommy Castro first picked up a guitar at age 10. He fell under the spell of six-string stars like Elvin Bishop, Taj Mahal and Mike Bloomfield. Almost every major rock and soul act, from Ike and Tina Turner to Janis Joplin to Tower Of Power, toured through the area, and Castro was at every show. He saw John Lee Hooker, Albert King, and Buddy Guy and Junior Wells at a local club, JJ’s Blues Bar. Castro often jammed at JJ’s, dreaming of busting out and making a name for himself. He created his own personal sound and style by mixing the blues, R&B and funk music he loved into his own, instantly recognizable brand of uplifting, soul-healing music. As his reputation spread, Tommy played in several Bay Area bands, quickly making a name for himself as a hotter-than-hot live artist bursting at the seams with talent. In 1985, he became lead singer and guitarist for the regionally popular blues band NiteCry before joined popular Warner Brothers’ artists The Dynatones, gigging all over the country. He formed the first Tommy Castro Band in 1992 and has not stopped touring since. In 1995, soon after releasing their first album on Blind Pig Records, The Tommy Castro Band were selected as the house band for three seasons on NBC Television’s Comedy Showcase (airing right after Saturday Night Live). The show brought Tommy in front of millions of viewers every week and cemented his reputation as a not-to-be-missed live performer. After a series of successful releases on the Blind Pig, Telarc and 33rd Street labels, Tommy Castro joined Alligator Records in 2009. His label debut, Hard Believer, launched to massive popular and critical acclaim. 2011 saw the release of the raucous Tommy Castro Presents The Legendary Rhythm & Blues Revue—Live!. In 2014, Castro & The Painkillers released The Devil You Know, followed by Method To My Madness in 2015, Stompin’ Ground in 2017, and the irresistible Killin’ It—Live in 2019. With 2021’s A Bluesman Came To Town, Castro told the story of a young musician’s journey through the blues world. AllMusic said the album was “a towering achievement.” Castro received his fourth prestigious and coveted Blues Music Award for B.B. King Entertainer Of The Year in 2023. He’s taken home a total of 10 Blues Music Awards and is among the genre’s most decorated artists. Castro’s relentless road-dog approach—gig after gig, 150 nights a year—continues to earn him loyal, lifelong fans everywhere he plays. The Washington Post says Castro is “phenomenal and funky” with “soulful vocals and inspired blues guitar.” Famed guitarist Joe Bonamassa says, “Tommy has always been top of the heap among blues guitar players. He always puts on a great show.” Tommy Castro & The Painkillers’ deceptively simple approach on Closer To The Bone delivers one thrilling performance after another. Says Castro, “Here, I’m not the contemporary guy, not the rock guy, not the soul guy. This is the deeper blues side of me. I know, with these songs, I am at my most authentic.”
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Genres
Rhythm & Blues, Soul, Rock, Blues, R&b
Band members
TOMMY CASTRO (Guitar & Vocals); RANDY McDONALD (Bass); BOWEN BROWN (Drums); MICHAEL EMERSON (Keyboards)
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What fans are saying
Alan
5 / 5
Two of my favorite blues rock artists together in one show. They are both amazing guitarists and were both were spot on Friday night. The only negative was that the venue sectioned off about 75% for chairs and didn't leave much for general admission. We were crammed way over to the far left side. Who wants to sit at a concert like that?!
The Commonwealth Room Salt Lake City, UT
Nov 10, 2019
Belinda
5 / 5
Spectacular! We’ve been following Tommy for 30 years now. His energy and stage presence is electric along with the whole band crew. The keys, drums, bass, sax and of course Tommy was phenomenal. Everyone loved the show. The place was rocking, music was exceptional along with everyone’s performance. Servers were friendly with great service. We Love you Tommy
Rhythm Room Phoenix, AZ
Oct 10, 2023
Dave
5 / 5
Well as everyone knows, Tommy Castro & The Pain Killers never disappoint. And I always have a great time. Sometimes the venue makes it even better. The Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley CA. Is One of The Beat places to see live music in the North Bay. Seriously. Thank you Sweetwater and thank you TC & the painkillers. I had a blast.
Sweetwater Music Hall Mill Valley, CA
Feb 11, 2024
Laura Jean
5 / 5
"The Bluesman Came To Town" and blew me away! What a great show. Blues with soul. Tommy and the band were smiling and laughing thru the whole show. It was contagious. All of them are excellent musicians and Tommy's solos were incredible. Can't wait to see them again.Always a good show at Daryl's House but this one was one of the best.
Daryl's House Pawling, NY
Nov 14, 2024
Jennifer
4 / 5
Tommy Castro and his whole band continue to be amazing performers, what an awesome show! I would see them anytime, anywhere. Jimmys Jazz and Blues Club is a beautiful intimate venue but the downside is there’s nowhere at all to dance, which is tough with a band like Tommy Castros!
Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club Portsmouth, NH
Aug 23, 2023
Daryl
5 / 5
Tommy Castro is a world-class blues artists he always delivers the goods I need the best people at Tommy Castro concerts I've never had a bad experience at a Tommy Castro show I've been to over 50 Tommy Castro shows and I would recommend it to all ages
CLUB FOX Redwood City, CA
Mar 11, 2018
Phil
5 / 5
A great evening with a consummate showman and his longtime band mates. Deanna Bogart had to cancel, so Tommy Castro brought local blues master Tommy Z to the stage for a few tunes. It’s good to see the Tralf reopened and hosting national acts again. The sound was impeccable.
Tralf Buffalo, NY
Mar 20, 2022
Elizabeth
5 / 5
What a great venue for such a wonderful entertainer! Tommy and the gang kept me dancing all night long, and they played most all of my favorites. Ben Rice, who opened the show for Tommy, was amazing and did not disappoint.
The Belfry Sisters, OR
Mar 04, 2024
Daryl
5 / 5
Tommy Castro & the painkillers never fail to deliver yet again another excellent show highly recommend this band to anybody who wants to go out and have a good time Tommy Castro & the painkillers are an icon in the Blues
Freight & Salvage Berkeley, CA
Dec 10, 2017
Ginger
5 / 5
Awesome show !!!!. What great musicans!!!!! Had to get another CD. Make it appoint to see them every year they are near. Wish they would come around more than once a year!!!!!! They really get the crowd rockin'.
Cohoes Music Hall Cohoes, NY
Nov 22, 2019
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Tommy Castro Tour Cities
Duluth, MN Flagstaff, AZ Fort Lauderdale, FL Solana Beach, CA Bloomington, IL Dallas, TX Nelsonville, OH Houston, TX Richmond, VA Morro Bay, CA Palm Springs, CA State College, PA Syracuse, NY Newport, KY Portsmouth, NH New Orleans, LA New York, NY San Antonio, TX Austin, TX Bethlehem, PA Santa Cruz, CA Philadelphia, PA Boca Raton, FL Venice, CA Phoenix, AZ San Juan Capistrano, CA Old Saybrook, CT Fontana, CA

Frequently Asked Questions About Tommy Castro

Concerts & Tour Date Information

Is Tommy Castro on tour?

Yes, Tommy Castro is currently on tour. If you’re interested in attending an upcoming Tommy Castro concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Tommy Castro tour is scheduled for 30 dates across 28 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2025-2026 with Hypebot.

How many upcoming tour dates is Tommy Castro scheduled to play?

Tommy Castro is scheduled to play 30 shows between 2025-2026. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.

When does the Tommy Castro tour start?

Tommy Castro’s tour starts Jan 10, 2025 and ends on Aug 09, 2025. They will play 28 cities; their most recent concert was held in San Juan Capistrano at Coach House Concert Hall and their next upcoming concert will be in Flagstaff at Coconino Center For the Arts.

What venues is Tommy Castro performing at?

As part of the Tommy Castro tour, Tommy Castro is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities:

2025 Tour Dates:

Jan 10 - San Juan Capistrano, CA @ Coach House Concert Hall
Jan 11 - Solana Beach, CA @ Belly Up
Jan 12 - Venice, CA @ The Venice West
Jan 14 - Flagstaff, AZ @ Coconino Center For the Arts
Jan 15 - Phoenix, AZ @ Musical Instrument Museum
Jan 16 - Palm Springs, CA @ Palm Springs Cultural Center
Jan 17 - Fontana, CA @ Stage Red
Jan 18 - Morro Bay, CA @ The Siren
Jan 19 - Santa Cruz, CA @ Moe's Alley
Jan 25 - Boca Raton, FL @ Funky Biscuit
Jan 26 - Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Holland America Line HAL
Feb 11 - Austin, TX @ Antone's
Feb 12 - Dallas, TX @ The Kessler Theater
Feb 13 - San Antonio, TX @ Sam's Burger Joint
Feb 14 - Houston, TX @ The Heights Theater
Feb 15 - New Orleans, LA @ Chickie Wah Wah
Feb 18 - Richmond, VA @ The Tin Pan
Feb 19 - Philadelphia, PA @ World Cafe Live
Feb 20 - New York, NY @ Iridium
Feb 21 - Portsmouth, NH @ Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club
Feb 22 - Turners Falls, MA @ Shea Theater Arts Center
Feb 23 - Old Saybrook, CT @ The Kate
Feb 25 - Syracuse, NY @ Funk n Waffles
Feb 26 - State College, PA @ The State Theatre
Feb 27 - Bethlehem, PA @ Musikfest
Feb 28 - Blawnox, PA @ Moondogs
Mar 01 - Nelsonville, OH @ Stuart's Opera House
Mar 02 - Newport, KY @ The Southgate House Revival
Mar 04 - Bloomington, IL @ The Castle Theatre
Aug 09 - Duluth, MN @ Bayfront Festival Park
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