Leo 'Bud' Welch, a renowned American gospel/blues singer and guitarist, embarked on his musical journey at a remarkably young age. By 1947, when he was just 15, Welch had already mastered the art of playing the guitar and singing with impressive skill, earning him the admiration and blessings of numerous elder guitar players. In fact, he was even offered an audition by the legendary BB King, but unfortunately, he was unable to afford the trip to Memphis.
Welch's passion for the blues persisted for nearly three decades, from 1947 to 1975, during which time he honed his craft and developed a distinctive style. However, in 1975, he made a significant shift in his musical direction, largely converting to gospel music.
After a nearly four-decade hiatus from the music scene, Welch's international music career was revitalized in 2014 with the release of the album "Sabougla Voices" by Big Legal Mess Records. This marked the beginning of a new chapter in his life, and his subsequent studio album, "I Don't Prefer No Blues", recorded for Big Legal Mess, was released in 2015.
