From YouTube to stellar collaborations
Will's spectacular harmonica interpretations of iconic guitar solos, such as Lynyrd Skynyrd's Free Bird, have made him a YouTube favourite with over 94,000 subscribers. These videos opened the doors for collaboration with blues legend Walter Trout, who invited him to play on his album Broken. In return, Trout contributed guitar to Will's own song The Blues Is Still Alive, recognising Will's status as a modern blues star.
A passion born of the blues
Will found his first harmonica at a party as a teenager and quickly became engrossed in the instrument. He taught himself by playing along to old Muddy Waters records, often until his lips bled. The music he grew up with - blues, soul and classic rock - shaped his musical identity, and today the harmonica has become an extension of himself.
Credits and releases
Will Wilde has released five critically acclaimed albums, including Bad Luck Friday (2022), and collaborated on projects with artists such as Walter Trout and Toby Lee. His earlier releases have a traditional Chicago blues style, but over time he has created a more powerful, rock-inspired sound. In 2024, he was nominated for Instrumentalist of the Year at the UK Blues Awards, recognising his talent and innovative contribution to blues music.
