Season 5: Singer-Songwriter Jovin Webb Dishes the Sound of Barbecue Sauce
Release Date: 12/02/2024
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info_outlineJovin Webb was first introduced to America through American Idol in 2020, but the Louisiana-native is much more than a reality show contestant. His gritty vocals and dynamic style promise to make him one of the world’s most exciting new blues and roots artists.
His recent debut release album Drifter is a stunning 12-track collection that blends blues, soul, and Southern rock, showcasing his raw, powerful vocals and deeply personal storytelling.
As Lionel Richie put it during his time on American Idol, “This is what barbecue sauce sounds like.”
Get to know Jovin Webb in our latest episode—and final one of 2024—of the Load Out Music Podcast!