Still only aged 16, Joanne is creating a huge interest nationally with the maturity and energy of her playing. Influenced by the playing of blues legends such as Stevie Ray Vaughan, Albert Collins and BB King, Joanne must rank as one of the most promising blues guitarists to hit the scene in recent years. Her 'attacking style' and 'attitude' along with her natural feel for the blues is setting her apart from her contemporaries, and is helping to bring blues to a new and younger audience.