Guy Collins: Blues, Folk & Global Vagabonding from South Africa to Norway Episode 31

Guy Collins is a South African-born, Norway-based guitarist and songwriter blending Delta Blues, African roots, and global folk — and he joins JR and Gary live for this episode of Bands You've Never Heard Of.Full Description:JR introduces Gary to Guy Collins — a guitarist, singer, and songwriter who has spent 35 years blending Delta Blues, African roots, Zulu Maskandi, Southern Gospel, and roots reggae into something entirely his own. From the raw two-piece blues of Mean Black Mamba to the Beck-flavored alter ego Jeremiah Johnson to the stirring "Long Way to Freedom," Guy's music spans continents and defies every category you try to put it in.​In the first half, JR walks through Guy's catalog song by song, digging into how recordings made in Helsinki lofts, Cape Town living rooms, and under Norwegian staircases shaped a sound that's gritty, warm, and deeply human. In the second half, Guy joins live from Norway to talk growing up during apartheid, leaving South Africa for love, playing the blues as an outsider, his Jeremiah Johnson alter ego, and what's coming next — including a big show at the Norton Blues Festival.​Links from the show:More about the podcast & every band we've featured: https://bynhopod.comSupport the show & grab merch: https://bynhopod.com (click "Support")Our running Spotify playlist: search "Bands You've Never Heard Of" on SpotifyEmail us your band suggestions: [email protected]