Seasick Steve gets better with age

Fans of Seasick Steve were treated to an authentic display of Blues music at Wolverhampton's Civic Hall.

The 67-year-old performer mesmerized fans with his deep mournful voice, finger picked guitar and foot tapping accompaniment.

In an age of youthful pop stars and electronic sounds, Steve truly stands out from the pack by finding a niche in today's pop market.

In attendance was Wolverhampton's own Scott Matthews wielding a guitar to offer Steve as a present in thanks for his guest list pass.

With a second album ready for release, Scott was talkative and upbeat excited by the upcoming performance.

Having recently garnered a Brit Award nomination, Seasick Steve gathered a huge response from the Wolverhampton crowd playing favourites such as Thunderbird and Walking Man to rapturous applause.

Cultivated through years of touring America, the Californian Bluesman displays a rare quality that exudes honesty and experience. As part of Jools Holland's

Hootenany show in 2006, his first television opportunity was given to wow music lovers with his fantastic sound.

Since then, Steve has generated a following capable of selling out the Civic Hall and venues throughout the world.

A combination of soulful blues ballads and energetic boogie hits took the Wolverhampton crowd on a musical roller coaster ride. Throughout the performance, Steve created moments of silence and rapture amongst fans with playful ease.

Whilst communicating with the crowd, a genuine display of thanks was shown by the star towards all who were present.

Songs from the 2008 album 'I Started Out With Nothin' and I Still Got Most Of it Left' were delivered with a fantastic feel containing moments of improvisation to create a unique performance. The accompanying drums, with washboard played by his son further embellished Steve's sound giving the Blues ace room to jump between vocals and guitar more freely.

Stories ranging from despair to delight poured from the voice of one of popular music's most authentic stars.

Alongside performers such as Bruce Springsteen, Seasick Steve proves that some artists definitely do get better with age.

By Adam Phillips.