GA-20 is an American blues trio from Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2018 by guitarist Matthew Stubbs - a long-time touring guitarist for blues legend Charlie Musselwhite. The band, completed by vocalist/guitarist Cody Nilsen and drummer Josh Kiggans, plays stripped-down Chicago blues rooted in the 1950s and 60s, using vintage instruments and recording live off the floor in one room. All four of their studio albums debuted at No. 1 or No. 2 on the Billboard Blues chart, and they have won multiple Blues Music Awards and Boston Music Awards.
GA-20 released 'Blues Now', a full collaborative album with blues harmonica legend Charlie Musselwhite, on July 31, 2026 via New West Records.
GA-20 announced an extensive 2026 tour including European and UK dates, with cities such as Helsinki, Malmö, Prague, London and Paris.
GA-20 released EP Volume 2 in May 2025, featuring new vocalist Cody Nilsen alongside founder Matthew Stubbs and drummer Josh Kiggans.
The single 'Cryin' & Pleadin'' reached No. 1 on B.B. King's Bluesville Top 15 Rack of Blues and held that position for five consecutive weeks.
GA-20 announced a lineup change: singer/guitarist Pat Faherty departed due to artistic differences, replaced by Cody Nilsen.
concert18:00American blues band GA-20 performs traditional blues with vintage instruments and recording techniques. The trio has reached number one on Billboard's blues chart and won multiple awards for its authentic sound.
concert19:00Boston blues trio with a powerful groove and two-guitar interplay, blending blues, rock'n'roll, and rhythm & blues.
concert20:00American blues band GA-20 takes the stage at Apollo Turku, delivering hard-driving sounds rooted in classic Chicago blues.
concert19:00US blues band GA-20 takes the stage at the Elojazzklubi night in Kokardin muonavarasto, Oulu.
concert20:00American blues outfit GA-20 takes the stage at Elojazz in Oulu.