Carolina Slim

Carolina Slim Acoustic Blues and Boogie

We gonna be performing at Reubens Parkway this Tuesday, June 9th at 7pm
06/06/2026

We gonna be performing at Reubens Parkway this Tuesday, June 9th at 7pm

My mane yella_p_ doing his thang!!! Check him out and show em some love
06/03/2026

My mane yella_p_ doing his thang!!! Check him out and show em some love

06/03/2026

I’ve been listening to the new Corey Harris album heavy since Friday. Y’all need to check it out

Here’s Othar Turner and Corey Harris doing "When I Lay My Burden Down"

Jarret Forrester is the man!!! Check him out!
06/02/2026

Jarret Forrester is the man!!! Check him out!

Eugene Powell born 23 December 1908, Utica, Mississippi, USA, d. 4 November 1998. Powell made his first blues records by...
06/02/2026

Eugene Powell born 23 December 1908, Utica, Mississippi, USA, d. 4 November 1998.

Powell made his first blues records by courtesy of Bo Carter, who set up a 1936 session for Bluebird Records. Carter heavily influenced his guitar playing, in sometimes discordant duets with Willie (Bill) Harris. Powell’s singing, though warmer than Carter’s, had a similar clarity. Powell recorded as ‘Sonny Boy Nelson’, Nelson being his stepfather’s name, and besides his own titles accompanied his then wife, Mississippi Matilda, and the harmonica player Robert Hill.

Powell and Matilda separated in 1952, and he retired from music soon after. In the 70s, he was still a skilful guitarist, and was persuaded by Bo Carter’s brother Sam Chatmon to perform for white audiences, although it was not long before he retired again because of his second wife’s health problems. After his wife’s death, Powell resumed touring and recording, and remarried, but his own health deteriorated severely, leading to his death in November 1998.

06/02/2026

Blind Arvella Gray performing on Maxwell Street in Chicago in 1964 and 1980.

06/01/2026

My man Woolybooger nailing that 12 string Blind Willie McTell. He’s awesome, y’all check him out

05/31/2026

Looking for live music that brings character, stories, and authentic acoustic blues to your event?

Carolina Slim is now booking breweries, festivals, private parties, corporate events, restaurants, and special occasions throughout the Carolinas.

Drawing inspiration from the great country blues artists of the 1920s, 30s, and 40s, Carolina Slim delivers a mix of traditional blues, folk, and original songs performed on acoustic guitar with a style that is both entertaining and approachable.

Whether you're looking for background music that creates the perfect atmosphere or a featured performance that captures the attention of the crowd, Carolina Slim provides a professional, family-friendly show that audiences of all ages enjoy.

Perfect for:

🎸 Breweries and taprooms
🎸 Festivals and community events
🎸 Private parties and celebrations
🎸 Corporate gatherings
🎸 Restaurants and outdoor venues
🎸 Historic and cultural events

If you'd like to bring authentic acoustic blues to your next event, send a message for availability and booking information.

Good music. Good stories. Real blues.

Text 📱864-887-8123

Email: 💻 [email protected]

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Simpsonville, SC

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