Tab Benoit's I Hear Thunder Tour 2024 featuring special guest Jesse Dayton!

I Hear Thunder marks the long - awaited return of four - time Grammy - nominated artist Tab Benoit. Renowned for his distinctive guitar tone and Otis - Redding - esque voice, Benoit has been a captivating figure in the roots music world for over thirty years.

Tab's personal growth and advancement as a songwriter and musician have culminated in a benchmark recording. His new self - produced album, I Hear Thunder, for his imprint, Whiskey Bayou Records, is a testament to his fiery exuberance that first marked his c areer in 1992. The record not only showcases his artistic brilliance but also his profound commitment to environmental advocacy, a legacy that extends beyond the stage into the heart of the land that inspires his bluesy soul.

On Benoit's forthcoming nat ional tour, fans will be delighted to hear the new songs and selected tracks from his vast catalog. Benoit does more than play the blues; he defines its future while paying homage to its rich past.



Jesse Dayton

Jesse Dayton is a Texas-bred, genre-bending powerhouse whose raw blend of blues, outlaw country, and punk rock has captivated audiences for decades. This year, he joins Grammy-nominated blues icon Tab Benoit’s I Hear Thunder tour as direct support, bringing his hard-hitting sound to new crowds. Jesse’s latest album, The Hard Way Blues, produced by Shooter Jennings, debuted at #2 on the Billboard Blues chart, cementing his reputation as one of America’s most dynamic musicians.

Raised in Beaumont, Texas, Jesse grew up on Texas blues, country, and punk rock, influences that have driven his genre-blending career. His music—a gritty fusion of blues, rock, and country—speaks to fans across the board, making him a unique force in American roots music. Rolling Stone aptly captures his spirit, calling him a “Texas motormouth” at his best when “singing his own tune.”

Jesse’s career reads like a “who’s who” of American music. He’s shared stages with acts as varied as punk icons Social Distortion and Supersuckers to country giants like George Strait and Waylon Jennings. He’s recorded with legends from Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson to Duff McKagan of Guns N’ Roses, proving his versatility and passion for collaboration across genres.

In The Hard Way Blues, Jesse revisits his roots while breaking new ground. “I wanted to make something that reflected where I’m at now,” he says. “We embraced a big sound with ripping, bluesy guitar leads. Sometimes it sounds like Freddie King; sometimes it sounds like Jimmy Page.” The album highlights include tracks like “Angel in My Pocket,” a heartfelt tribute to John Prine, and the title track “The Hard Way,” where Jesse spins an autobiographical tale with a sly, self-deprecating humor that nods knowingly at his own road-worn journey. Mixing ’70s rock with Texas blues grit, it’s a song that invites fans along for the ride. This album, fresh off his Grammy-nominated Death Wish Blues collaboration with Samantha Fish, showcases Jesse’s unique gift for exploring resilience and history with an unfiltered, gritty authenticity.

On stage, Jesse is magnetic, blending rock’s energy, blues’ soul, and country’s storytelling in unforgettable performances. Tab Benoit fans will find a kindred spirit in Jesse, whose shows leave a lasting impact with their unique blend of Texas blues, punk rock power, and heartfelt grit.

Jesse’s journey has been unconventional, which makes his story compelling. He’s a cult hero, a chart-topping songwriter, and a road warrior, playing over 100 shows a year. As he takes the stage on the I Hear Thunder tour, Jesse Dayton is at his peak, ready to bring his music to new audiences and cement his place as a renegade in blues, rock, and soul music.