On September 5, 2025, Kenny Wayne Shepherd and his band takes the stage at the iconic Ford Theatre in the Hollywood Hills. The evening will also feature special guest Bobby Rush. The two Louisiana bluesmen, born 44 years apart, unite for an unforgettable evening of updated classics and soulful originals.

Kenny Wayne Shepherd

Raised on a diet of classic blues and rock ’n’ roll, Grammy-nominated, multiplatinum bandleader Kenny Wayne Shepherd has collaborated with everyone from B.B. King to Pinetop Perkins. Dirt on My Diamonds Vol. 2 his 2024 album was written at the legendary FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Blues Rock Review wrote about his recent album, “Great hooks, great songs, great musicianship, the total package.” In addition Shepherd teamed up with Blues Hall of Famer Bobby Rush on this year’s Young Fashioned Ways. Inspired by their shared love of Muddy Waters—the album takes its name from Waters’ 1955 song—the two Louisiana natives born 44 years apart unite for an unforgettable evening of updated classics and soulful originals.

Kenny Wayne performing at the Malibu Guitar Festival; Photo by Richard Bilow

The Ford Parking

The venues does offer on-site parking, however it is extremely limited and is stacked. So if you want to avoid being blocked in, you can also park off-site in one of the nearby lots. Then you can take a shuttle to The Ford and back free (visit the website for details).

More Info

We always bring our own picnic. You can also grab dinner from Bodega Terrace & Bev or local curated offerings in the Grab & Go Market. Moreover you can dine in the Ford entryway gardens, and on the new terrace, or in your seat.

Admission ranges from $45 – $148; visit the website for more info and to purchase tickets;

What: Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band and Bobby Rush
Where: The Ford Theatre, 2580 Cahuenga Blvd E, LA, 90068
When: Friday, September 5, 2025, 8:00pm show; Doors open 6:30pm
Website: https://www.fordtheatres.org/