With a music career spanning five decades, three Grammy nominations, numerous Blues Foundation awards, and a plethora of other accolades, Eric Bibb has undeniably solidified his legacy as a legendary figure in the blues and roots genres. Live at The Scala Theatre Stockholm is the latest album from the blues troubadour, following the Grammy-nominated success of 2023's Ridin'.

This new live album features a carefully curated selection of songs from Bibb's extensive repertoire, blending folk and blues traditions with contemporary sensibilities. The performance boasts an exceptional lineup of musicians, including Bibb's long-time collaborator and producer, Glen Scott, showcasing his talents on bass, keys, drums, and backing vocals. The ensemble is further enriched by Olle Linder on drums and acoustic bass, Johan Lindström on pedal steel and electric guitar, Christer Lyssarides on electric guitar and mandola, Esbjörn Hazelius on fiddle and cittern, Greger Andersson on harp, Lamine Cissokho on kora and vocals, and special guest vocalists Sarah Dawn Finer, Rennie Mirro, and Ulrika Bibb. The performances are augmented with string arrangements by Erik Arvinder and David Davidson, performed by Hanna Helgegren and Sarah Cross on violins, Christopher Öhman on viola, and Josef Ahlin on cello.

Reflecting on the longevity of his career, Eric Bibb expresses gratitude, evident in the evolution of his voice and guitar playing. Grounded in truth, his lyrics foster a vision of unity in a world often marred by divisive rhetoric. The artist however, rises above the traditional role of a mere blues troubadour; he emerges as a storyteller and philosopher. His legacy extends beyond the notes he plays and the stages he graces, encapsulated in the profound questions he poses and the hope he instills.