Singer-songwriter Eric Lindell will be kicking off the NBT Bank Free Summer Concert Series this Thursday, July 11 at 7 p.m. in Norwich's East Park. (Photo from the Eric Lindell Facebook page)

NORWICH — The NBT Bank Free Summer Concert Series kicks off this Thursday, July 11 with a performance by Eric Lindell at 7 p.m. in Norwich's East Park.

"Our first one right out of the box is Eric Lindell, so that should be a fun show," said Chenango Blues Association President Eric Larsen. "It’s just a great family- and community-friendly way to spend a Thursday night."

A blend of West Coast rock, Gulf Coast R&B, hard country, and Memphis soul weaves together to create Lindell's unique American roots sound.

Lindell has been honing his skills since his teenage years, before moving to New Orleans in 1999 to pursue a career in music where he discovered inspirations like Stanton Moore, Johnny Vidocovich, and Ivan Neville.

Since then, Lindell has released numerous albums, had his music featured on television soundtracks, and became a regular performer at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.