Al Lerman

AL LERMAN is a lifelong musician with a highly personal style. With a great knowledge of the blues tradition on both harmonica and guitar, he brings that sensibility to songs that he's written about his own contemporary life and times. His soulful delivery, coupled with wry and thoughtful songwriting, make him an engaging and compelling solo performer. He is equally at home playing an intimate house concert as he on a large festival stage. Easy going with a wonderful sense of humour, he is considered among the top harmonica players in the country, and has been heard on countless recordings and live sessions. Lerman was founder/leader of the much-loved band FATHEAD and led them from 1992-2016, garnering two JUNO AWARDS. After years of writing for FATHEAD as well as his own solo recordings, he has amassed an impressive legacy of songs. He is also a long time member of the renowned Maple Blues Band.  Al has been nominated for twenty-six Maple Blues Awards, celebrating his work as a harmonica player, songwriter, acoustic act and more. His latest release is called “Country-Fried Blues” . THE EARLY YEARS: Al was around 12 years old when he was first taken to see the famed... more...