Goin' Down by Walter Trout, Samantha Fish, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Joe Bonamassa

When four powerhouse blues-rock artists come together on one stage, the result is bound to leave fans stunned. Goin’ Down by Walter Trout, Samantha Fish, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and Joe Bonamassa was performed live aboard the 2019 Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Cruise. Each guitarist brought their fire, tone, and style to this song, making it one of the most exciting collaborative moments in modern blues history. The performance not only honored the roots of the blues but also showed the genre’s strength in the hands of these master players.

A Meeting of Modern Blues Titans

The 2019 KTBA Cruise hosted a truly rare performance. Goin’ Down by Walter Trout, Samantha Fish, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and Joe Bonamassa is more than a group jam. It’s a performance where each musician adds their signature phrasing to the track, originally written by Don Nix and popularized by Freddie King.

Walter Trout led with his raw tone and gritty attack, proving once again why he’s a staple in blues circles. Samantha Fish added a fresh but fierce style, sharp and melodic in equal parts. Kenny Wayne Shepherd balanced speed with tight phrasing, while Joe Bonamassa wrapped it all up with his smooth delivery and precision.

While each guitarist had their moment, the power of the performance came through their ability to trade solos, support one another, and let the song shine through the playing.

Watch the Full Performance of Goin’ Down by Walter Trout, Samantha Fish, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Joe Bonamassa – Live at KTBA Cruise 2019

All-Star Lineup – Keeping The Blues Alive Cruise 2019
This powerful live version of Goin’ Down features a star-studded lineup:
Joe Bonamassa & Paul Shaffer – Performance Hosts
Kenny Wayne Shepherd – Guitar
Samantha Fish – Guitar
Walter Trout – Guitar
Jimmy Hall – Vocals & Harmonica
Paul Shaffer – Emcee
Reese Wynans – Keyboards
Michael Rhodes – Bass
Paulie Cerra – Saxophone
Lee Thornburg – Trumpet
Anton Fig – Drums
Sinead Burgess – Backup Vocals
Juanita Tippins – Backup Vocals

Filmed and recorded aboard the Keeping The Blues Alive Cruise 2019, this performance brings together some of the most respected names in blues and rock for an incredible collaborative moment.

What Made This Performance Stand Out

Guitar Styles Collide

From Trout’s searing bends to Bonamassa’s fluid phrasing, this performance presented a rare opportunity to hear how each artist interprets the same musical theme in distinct ways.

A Modern Blues Reunion

These four artists don’t often share the same stage. KTBA Cruise 2019 gave fans a glimpse into what happens when the next wave of blues masters play off one another live.

Goin’ Down with Full Power

Goin’ Down by Walter Trout, Samantha Fish, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and Joe Bonamassa brought out the best in each performer. The drive of the rhythm section allowed the guitars to shine without overplaying, giving space for the audience to enjoy every solo.

What’s Next for These Artists?

Walter Trout continues to tour across Europe and North America with new material on the horizon. His latest release digs into more traditional blues tones, and fans can expect several festival stops this year.
Samantha Fish is currently co-headlining shows with Jesse Dayton as part of their raw blues-rock collaboration. Their chemistry onstage continues to grow.
Kenny Wayne Shepherd has released a 25th Anniversary Edition of Trouble Is…, adding new recordings and tour stops to mark the occasion.
Joe Bonamassa remains one of the busiest blues artists on the road. He’s also producing new work with emerging artists while continuing his solo world tour.

More Than Just a Cruise Jam

The Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Cruise has become a space where rare moments like this can happen. For fans, it’s not just about the lineup, but about the off-script collaborations that might never happen again. This version of Goin’ Down by Walter Trout, Samantha Fish, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and Joe Bonamassa is a standout for exactly that reason.

Each artist brought more than a solo. They got their interpretation of blues history onto one stage. The live audience responded with thunderous applause—and for good reason.

Conclusion

Goin’ Down by Walter Trout, Samantha Fish, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and Joe Bonamassa stands as one of the highlights of KTBA Cruise 2019. Not just because of the individual talent on display, but because of how each guitarist respected the song and each other. This is the kind of blues moment that gets talked about for years to come.

Goin’ Down Lyrics:
I’m going down
I’m going down down down down down
Going down, baby
Going down down down down down
Got my big feet out the window
Got my head layin’ on the ground

Let me down, baby let me crawl out your door
Let me down let me crawl out your door
I’m going back to Chattanooga
I’m gonna sleep did I before let me down
Let me crawl out your door let me down, baby
Let me crawl out your door
I’m going back to Chattanooga
Sleep did I before

I’m going down down down down down down
I’m going down down down down down down
Got my big feet out the window
Got my head layin’ on the ground