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Concert on January 29th at the Bessunger Knabenschule (Bessunger Boys' School)
The Darmstadt Americana series kicks off its new season with a powerful dose of blues. On Thursday, January 29, 2026 , the Weinheim band "mojo hand" in the hall of the Bessunger Knabenschule (Bessunger Boys' School ). The concert starts at 8 p.m. , with doors opening at 7 p.m. Tickets are available online at the Knabenschule website; reservations can be made by phone at +49 6151 61650 .
The band "mojo hand" 40th anniversary this year . It was founded in 1986 by guitarist Jürgen "Mojo" Schultz , one of the most versatile and renowned blues guitarists in southern Germany. Musically, the group covers the entire spectrum of blues – from acoustic and electric styles to influences from Delta, Chicago, and country blues.
"mojo hand" stands for varied, dynamic blues music: driving shuffle, New Orleans grooves, funk, blues rock, and powerful guitar work. The setlist includes songs by JJ Cale , Lynyrd Skynyrd , the Allman Brothers , Little Feat , the Fabulous Thunderbirds , Eric Clapton , Ry Cooder , and David Lindley .
Americana curator Thomas Waldherr is looking forward to the reunion:
"We are delighted to finally welcome Mojo Schultz and his band back to the Americana series. They represent the finest blues at a high technical level and with great entertainment value. We offer our warmest congratulations on their 40th anniversary."
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 8 p.m.
Bessunger Knabenschule, Darmstadt
Doors open: 7 p.m.
