For more than 20 years, Thorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado have established themselves as Denmark’s leading blues rockers. With over 1400 concerts in 22 different countries, they are one of the hardest working names on the Danish and European live scene.
The band’s dynamic concerts and their ability to mix soul, Chicago blues, boogie and rock ‘n’ roll have created a unique musical experience that always manages to engage the audience.
With Thorbjørn Risager’s powerful vocals, Joachim Svensmark’s excellent guitar work and solid rhythm and brass sections, the band has built a reputation for energetic and outgoing shows, where the music both entertains and touches.
They have won numerous Danish and international awards, including the Danish Music Awards for “Danish Blues Release of the Year” and “Best Live Blues Band of the Year” 2023.
Thorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado have shared the stage with prominent names such as Bonnie Raitt, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Buddy Guy and Robben Ford. With more than 60,000 physical albums sold and 20 million streams, the band shows no signs of stopping.
With their new album “House of Sticks” they continue their extensive tour in both Europe and North America and bring their explosive live performances to new and old fans on the release tour.
Thorbjørn Risager – vocals and guitar
Emil Balsgaard – piano and organ
Joachim Svensmark – guitar and choir
Kasper Wagner – tenor/alto/baritone sax
Hans Nybo – tenor saxophone and choir
Peter Kehl – trumpet/flugelhorn and choir
Søren Bøjgaard – bass / synth bass / sampler
Martin Seidelin – drums and choir
