With their latest 2026 release, “Love Gone”, the Barcelona based duo of guitar player and singer Johnny Big Stone and singer and harmonica player Sweet Marta solidify their standing as leading figures of “old-school blues” in Spain.

The album is an immersive journey into the roots of traditional African American music, evoking the raw, unvarnished sound that comes from the early 20th-century plantations. Throughout the record, the duo shows a faultless chemistry: Johnny’s guitar work, steeped in Delta and Piedmont influences, masterfully blends with Marta’s consistently technical and vibrant harmonica playing.

Unlike their previous recordings and their more electric focused side, the album stands out for its minimalist acoustic approach that prioritizes emotional honesty. The production successfully captures the essence of legends like Bo Carter, Jed Davenport, Blind Boy Fuller or Sonny Boy Williamson with the added value of including some original compositions that breathe new life into the genre, avoiding sounding like a mere exercise of nostalgia.

“Love Gone” is an essential recording for most genre enthusiasts who look for genuineness, melancholy and that raucous, festive atmosphere of traditional juke joints. With this release, the duo does more than just pay tribute to history, they confirm that acoustic blues remains a powerful and relevant force in today’s scene.