Jeni Grouws

Jeni Grouws
This is the first appearance of Jeni Grouws at the Big Blues Bender.
2026

Jeni Grouws is a magnetic American roots musician known for her soul-deep vocals, powerful songwriting, and driving roots sound. With her chill-inducing voice and rare connection with audiences, she truly commands a room. Grouws is grit, groove and emotional truth. Jeni Grouws is stepping into an exciting new solo chapter, with her debut album slated for release in 2026. Recorded at Purple House in Nashville with Grammy-winning producer Casey Wasner (Keb’ Mo’, TajMo, Robben Ford), the album brings together Grouws, Wasner, Brian Allen, Mike Hicks, Johnny Duke and a list of exciting special guests, including Drew Smithers of the Marcus King Band.

As co-founder of the Billboard-charting Avey Grouws Band and now a solo artist, Grouws gets rave reviews. Rock and Blues Muse noted, “It’s been a while since a vocalist gave me the chills. Grouws digs deep and you can’t turn away. She’s a belter with deep rooted soul.” Goldmine wrote, “Jeni Grouws is a remarkably demonstrative vocalist, fully capable of delivering sturdy rockers, blustery blues, or... a tender heartfelt ballad." And Fred Robertson said, “Jeni Grouws is simply an incredible singer and songwriter! Her new songs were immediately relatable, had genuine emotional punch, and made everyone feel like life is still beautiful in these troubled times.”

Powerful vocals, evocative songwriting, and a refreshing generosity on stage help Jeni Grouws shine as a compelling new voice in American roots music.

The 2026 Big Blues Bender Lineup