Paul Rishell and Annie Raines
2 upcoming shows.
Paul Rishell and Annie Raines are a celebrated blues duo with over 30 years of collaboration. They have released six albums, including the W.C. Handy Award‑winning *Moving to the Country*, and have earned multiple Blues Foundation nominations. Their performances span international festivals, clubs, and concert halls, and they also conduct workshops and seminars.
Reviews & press
- The Country Blues ↗ — “Some people claim that Annie Raines is one of the best female harmonica players in the acoustic blues, which is not true at all. In fact, she is one of the best harmonica players, period.”
- RootsWorld ↗ — “On their second recording together, Moving to the Country, Paul Rishell and Annie Raines consolidate their reputation for cleanly performed, carefully chosen blues.”