The Backwater Blues Band is one of San Diego's #1 Blues, Authentic Rock, Funk, Originals, Classic Rock, & Country Bands.

Comprised of members with a rich history in the San Diego music scene, the Backwater Blues Band will bring an ambiance and sound to your event second to none.

Backwater Blues has opened shows for many top artists such as John Lee Hooker, Delbert McClinton, Fabulous T-Birds, Coco Montoya, are regulars on the KPRI events circuit, and play at many of San Diego's top music festivals.

The All Star line up of the BackWater Blues Band is Johnny Viau, John Hunt, Val L'Heuereux, Doc Holliday, and Tom Stewart.

On May 22, 2009, Tom Stewart's BACKWATER BLUES BAND played at the Holiday Wine Cellar in Escondido promoting Dan Aykroyd's, AKA Elwood Blues's, Crystal Head Vodka.