On May 14, 2026, renowned Alabama blues musician Debbie Bond is to be awarded the Alabama Arts Impact award by the Alabama State Council on the Arts (ASCA). 

Every other year, ASCA shines a spotlight on exceptional Alabamians and their contribution to arts and creativity in the state, across the nation and around the world. The program highlights appreciation for artistry and creativity and the people who make it possible through their tireless dedication, and remarkable achievements playing a significant role in shaping Alabama’s cultural landscape.

American singer, guitar player and songwriter Debbie Bond has been performing for decades in the Alabama backwoods and is now a regular on the Southern US and European club and festival circuit. She has worked over the past 47 years performing, educating, promoting and archiving the rich blues heritage of Alabama in the US and Europe.

Influenced by raw juke joint blues and the famed sounds of Muscle Shoals, Debbie's impressive story includes years of performing with traditional Alabama blues musicians, like Johnny Shines, Eddie Kirkland, Willie King, Shar Baby, Little Jimmy Reed and more. Immersion in Alabama roots music has deeply flavored her guitar playing, soulful voice and original song writing, giving her a contemporary and original sound, with soul, blues, and jazz influences.

Debbie's collaboration with British born keyboard/harmonica player “Radiator” Rick has added a swampy New Orleans edge to her sound.

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