Ryan McGarvey (born October 30, 1986, in Albuquerque, New Mexico) is an American blues-rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter known for a hard-hitting blend of blues, rock, and soul. He has shared stages with Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, B.B. King, and Joe Bonamassa, and was personally invited by Clapton to perform at the Crossroads Guitar Festival in 2010 and 2019. Awards including Best Guitarist at the European Blues Awards (2014, 2016) and Best New Talent from Guitar Player Magazine (2013) cemented his reputation on both sides of the Atlantic.
Ryan McGarvey released his sixth studio album 'Up From The Ashes' on May 31, 2026, his first studio work in eight years following a period of health problems.
In March 2026, the comeback single 'Back to Life' was released, the first preview of the album 'Up From The Ashes'.
McGarvey returned after several years marked by serious health problems and surgery.
On the official website, McGarvey announced in April 2026 both the album release and an accompanying concert.
