The Mannish Boys

The Mannish Boys is an American blues band based in Los Angeles. They play classic blues in West Coast, Texas and Chicago styles.

Founded by bandleader Randy Chortkoff, the band is named after the song "Mannish Boy" by Muddy Waters.

Led by vocalist Finis Tasby, the band consists of all-star veteran members of the West Coast blues scene. The band debuted from Delta Groove Productions in 2004 with the album That Represent Man. The members on the debut CD were Finis Tasby (vocals), Kirk Fletcher (guitar), Franck Goldwasser (guitar), Leon Blue (piano), Tom Leavey (originally on bass guitar), Ronnie James Weber (bass) and June Core (drums). The CD featured guests including Roy Gaines, Paul Oscher, and Mickey Champion. They made appearances at festivals in the U.S., Canada, and also in Europe.