Dik Banovich
acoustic roots & blues
Raised in Chicago during the 1960s, Dik Banovich was profoundly shaped by the influences of blues, swing, and various styles of American guitar music.
His approach embodies the finest aspects of both traditional and contemporary fingerstyle blues guitar, creating a vibrant and dynamic picking technique.
For five decades Dik has showcased his unique blend of “acoustic roots & blues” at numerous concerts and festivals across some of Europe’s most beautiful stages, at festivals and clubs, across the UK and Europe with his most recent tours of Spain, Portugal, Croatia, Estonia and Finland, and of course France where he lives.
If you want to know what festival and club organisers, audiences and the international press think - have a look at Dik's reviews page.
Dik's Shows
Dik combines traditional blues, swing, ragtime, and Americana with modern sensitivity. His style is rooted in traditional acoustic blues, drawing inspiration from the rich heritage of the Delta, while also incorporating elements of Americana Folk Blues with a touch of his Celtic roots. Dik's shows are intimate and engaging, with storytelling and songs that reflect both the history of the blues and his own life experiences. He often discusses the origins and social context of blues music, highlighting its emotional depth and relevance. If you want to know where Dik is performing next, send him an email
More info_______________________________________
Latest Albums
A compilation of Dik's last 4 albums recorded at his home in Brittany during the winters of 2018 to 2025 - Dik's new Album "Blue Days" was released in February 2025. There are 10 of his own tracks which were written especially for these albums, the other tracks are homages to some of his favorite bluesmen, Mississippi John, Big Bill and Brownie. Old Timey and Bluegrass also feature as do a few of his favorite old Blues classics. Find this album and his latest 2025 release "Blue Days" on Bandcamp.More on Bandcamp
Listen
In Transit
Title Track
Run to You
Album
Blue Days
You Gotta Move
H.C. Mama
Title Track
About Dik, his Guitar and his Music
Dik is known for his mastery of acoustic guitar, particularly fingerstyle and slide techniques. His music draws inspiration from blues legends such as Big Bill Broonzy, Lighning Hopkins and Brownie McGhee, as well as British folk guitarists like John Renbourn and Wizz Jones. Having an Irish mother and living in Scotland for many years, mixing with Scots Musicians of all genres and playing concerts and festivals thoughout the 1970's, 80's and 90's has definitely influenced his playing. His performances are known for their authenticity, warmth, and a stripped-down, rootsy approach that emphasizes his own personal story of the Blues as well as its tradition.Dik creates music that is both personally meaningful and universally accessible, rooted in tradition, yet open to evolution and reinterpretation.
Full Biog Here
Dik's 2025 Album "Blue Days"
by David Alquier - Editor Procritique......"One wonders how the pioneers of the blues would express themselves if they lived in our time. Of course, times have changed, the fights are no longer the same, Dik's album “Blue Days” could suggest a possibility of an answer."
Thrill Blues Festival - Croatia
Music LP Underground...... "This finger picking bluesman is a living image of today's blues which dates back to the fifties of the last century.....Dik constantly performs spreading the love for the blues and its derivatives."
Videos
A short promo video with some of the stages I've played on and people I've met... with music recorded by Jackie Calley.
Guitar Workshops
Dik is also known for his Guitar Workshops, focused primarily on acoustic roots and blues music. Dik's workshops have been held across Europe at Festivals and other venues and are designed for guitar players of various skill levels, offering participants the chance to hone their techniques and immerse themselves in the rich traditions of American blues and roots music. The workshops cover fingerpicking blues guitar styles, Piedmont, Texas, Delta etc. as well as slide guitar techniques, open tunings - D & G as well as DADGAD.
Links to Online Interviews
- "Shades of Blue" - Interview with Dik - Radio Anchor FM
- Interview - Autrement Blues & Co. Magazine
- Interview - Ian Mckenzie - Blues in the South (Radio & Magazine)
- Interview - Michael Liminos for Blues.Gr - Keep the Blues Alive