Duffy is influenced by the entirety of American Music. From the time she was a little girl, Duffy would soak up everything - from Memphis Minnie to Judy Garland, Ella to Janis, Dylan to Bowie. She loved the performers who could walk out on stage, hold your heart in their hand and transport you to another world.  Like the artists who inspired her, Duffy’s charisma, authentic voice, and ferocious presence send chills down the spine and puts a smile on the face.

With a long and enduring career, Duffy Bishop is truly a gift that keeps on giving, whether at a Festival or an intimate House Concert, her live shows are legendary music experiences.

Duffy has enjoyed learning from, and loves listening to the many greats she has been fortunate to open for: Etta James, Ruth Brown, Lou Rawls, Bo Diddley (who called her “dangerous”), The Neville Brothers, and many more of Duffy’s heroes.

With long-time collaborator, guitarist, singer/songwriter, husband Chris Carlson, they have travelled and made music across the USA, Canada, Norway, Hong Kong, Japan, and Austria.