"Music is community. It’s a culture that we are all part of if we allow it. Blues is roots, (like many other genres), and it’s important to keep around because it’s a hell of a launch pad."

Tony D: Electric Delta Blues Adventures 

For over two decades, Tony Diteodoro, better known as Tony D, has brought the house down from coast-to-coast and internationally with his fantastic blues rock. Whether as the lead singer of the Juno-Award winning group MonkeyJunk or as a sideman to the likes of the late Dutch Mason and Paul Reddick, Tony D captivates fans of high-quality, Grade A blues anyone from the late Muddy Waters to the late Stevie Ray Vaughan would appreciate. Now, for the first time since 2004's The Jook Joint with The Tony D Band, the musician is releasing a solo album “Electric Delta” (2024) on Cordova Bay Records, an eclectic mix of old-school blues, fine instrumentals, and brilliant guitar work from one of Canada's best. Electric Delta includes a who's who of Canadian talent including MonkeyJunk band mates in guitarist/harmonica player Steve Marriner and drummer Matt Sobb, keyboardist Kim Dunn and drummer Geoff Arsenault (Matt Andersen's band), singer Dana Wylie (Secondhand Dreamcar), bassist Greg "Fish" Fancy (Dutch Mason) and vocalist Stacie Tabb (who worked with Amanda Marshall).

(Photo: Tony Diteodoro aka Tony D, has brought the house down with his fantastic blues rock)

The album features a cover of Muddy Waters' "Can't Be Satisfied" and several Tony D originals, including the opener "There's A Chance" and "Modern Times." Tony D, who describes himself as "Lightnin' Hopkins with an electric guitar," is back to attract fans of quality blues rock from far and wide. A string of album release concert dates is also set. Regardless, Tony D and his new album Electric Delta will satisfy all listeners of great blues rock!

Interview by Michael Limnios                                   Special Thanks: Eric Alper

How has the Blues and Rock music influenced your views of the world? What moment changed your music life the most?

I love how different music genres influence one another and join, it transcends.

The moment I heard the sound of the crackle of the needle on the vinyl.

How do you describe your sound, music philosophy and songbook? What is the driving force behind your continuous support for your art?

Delta blues meets Jimi Hendrix. I like when music allows space for improvisation. It’s a great space for creativity. It also makes you open minded.

What´s been the highlights in your career so far? Are there any memories from gigs, jams, open acts and studio sessions which you’d like to share with us?

I opened a show for Stevie Ray Vaughan. I met Muddy Waters. I played rhythm guitar for Buddy Guy for several shows and MonkeyJunk, I love playing in that band too.

What do you miss most nowadays from the music of the past? What are your hopes and fears for the future of?

I like music to be played organically. I don’t hear that as often in new music, that’s why I think Blues still remains as one of the most organic forms of music.

What are some of the most important lessons you have learned from your experience in the music paths?                                   (Photo: Tony Diteodoro, better known as Tony D)

Keep yours open, there is always something to learn.

"Delta blues meets Jimi Hendrix. I like when music allows space for improvisation. It’s a great space for creativity. It also makes you open minded."

What are you doing to keep your music relevant today, to develop it and present it to the new generation?

I like to infuse many different genres in my music. That’s what Electric Delta means. Check out ‘Modern Times' from ED, it’s a good example.

What is the impact of music on the socio-cultural implications? Why is it important to we preserve and spread the blues?

Music is community. It’s a culture that we are all part of if we allow it. Blues is roots, (like many other genres), and it’s important to keep around because it’s a hell of a launch pad.

How do you want the music to affect people? What's the balance in music between technique (skills) and soul/emotions?

Music performed well and honestly will find balance. As cliché as it sounds, I wish for it to affect people with peace and love. Music has the ability to do this.

Tony D - Home