Tommy Odetto

About

Tommy Odetto is a Blues Rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter who grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. He developed a passion for music early on, drawing inspiration from artists like Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, and Ritchie Valens. At 13, he received his first electric guitar and began exploring the works of guitarists such as Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, which led him to discover the blues through artists like Robert Johnson, B.B. King, and Muddy Waters. Odetto's goal is to move listeners with his music, embodying sincerity, passion, and emotional authenticity. ([tommyodetto.com](https://www.tommyodetto.com/epk?utm_source=openai)) In 2016, Odetto decided to pursue a solo career, performing at events like Bottlerock Napa in 2018 and the Wisconsin Harley-Davidson Milwaukee HOG Rally in 2019. He has opened for notable bands such as Foreigner, Cheap Trick, Robert Cray, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, Ace Frehley, Robin Trower, Marshall Tucker Band, and Foghat. In early 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Odetto relocated to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where he wrote new music and recorded his album "Soul on Arrival," reflecting his dedication to sobriety and his rock and roll dreams. ([tommyodetto.com](https://www.tommyodetto.com/epk?utm_source=openai)) As of April 2026, Tommy Odetto remains active in the music scene, performing regularly in Milwaukee and the Midwest. His performances include classic rock and blues material by artists like Eric Clapton, the Rolling Stones, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Santana, B.B. King, and his own blues rock originals. ([booklive.com](https://booklive.com/groups/tommy-odetto?utm_source=openai))