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Since bursting on to the UK Blues scene with their debut record ‘The Uprising EP’ in April 2019 followed by their second EP ‘Innocence Of Youth’ in May 2020, Grace and Aaron have been going from strength to strength. The British husband and wife duo have an ever-growing online fan base and have gained the attention of Cerys Matthews’ The Blues Show on BBC Radio 2.

Their unique harmonic vocal-led approach to song writing, dirty electric guitar, slide resonator mandolin and fiddle create a unique distinctive and contemporary blues rock sound that echoes 1970s classic rock with hints of the 1930s blues that inspire them. Before lockdown, the duo toured the UK in their self-converted VW camper with an impressive tour schedule. Since the lockdown, the duo live stream on Facebook every Saturday at 8pm BST for their ‘Rock The Lockdown’ series attracting hundreds of thousands of views on a weekly basis. Fan engagement is second to none, while WRM fans continue to organically multiply on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

On November 20th, 2020, the duo released their long-awaited debut album ‘We Fly Free’, to critical acclaim from the UK radio and rock music magazine media. Chris Kimsey, the Rolling Stones record producer praised the album saying that “The performances are exemplary, the sound is magnificent, the songs are gorgeous. I love the drama. I love everything.” In October, WRM’s first single from the album, ‘Battleground’, was added to the main playlist on the UK’s leading classic rock radio station Planet Rock. In late November, the band followed up with a second single, ‘Did I Break The Law’, that was played on BBC Radio 2’s The Rock Show with Johnnie Walker. The single was also played on Planet Rock throughout December 2020 and into January 2021.

The UK rock music press were unanimous by praising ‘We Fly Free’ as one of the most striking, refreshing, and impressive debut blues rock albums of 2020. Classic Rock said of the band’s debut, “Wheel-spinning out of Dodge like Bonnie and
Clyde on opener ‘Did I Break The Law’, Grace and Aaron Bond prove capable getaway drivers on a debut album that unfolds like a road movie,” while Blues in Britain described it as “A stunning album of pure alchemy.” Vive Le Rock said that ‘We Fly Free’ was “urban blues with the brakes off,” and gave the album with a 9/10 rating, while Guitarist Magazine described at album as “electrifying, it’s a great debut.” Fireworks Magazine praised it as “One of the best blues
rock albums of the year.”

On October 26th , ‘Battleground’ won “Tracks of the Week” on Classic Rock’s Louder Sound website, who described it as “Primal old-school blues (more John Lee Hooker than Stevie Ray Vaughan) – dressed up in biker leathers and wreathed in arthouse smoke.” November 2020 saw two more accolades when WRM graced the magazine covers of Blues Matters and Blues in Britain featuring stylish and provocative photographs taken by one of the UK’s leading rock photographers, Rob Blackham. Blues Rock Review voted ‘We Fly Free’ #9 in their Top 20 Albums of 2020 poll. The album was also made Rock and Blues Muse’s “Top 20 Blues, Rock and Roots Albums of 2020,” alongside Joe Bonamassa, Larkin Poe, Walter Trout, Shemekia Copeland, The Allman Betts Band, Marcus King, Kirk Fletcher, Savoy Brown, Bernard Allison, and King King. When Rivers Meet’s debut album cemented their name and signified a bold move in their trajectory that singled them out as innovative risk takers, willing to take their influences, and putting their own stamp over it.

After two years of hard work, everything came together. The WRM buzz was in full swing. Guitarist Magazine, was quick to catch on to this when he reviewed the debut album by saying, “It’s a tough job to make a new blues-based record that really arrests the listener’s attention, however, WRM’s sound is built of simple but powerful elements, handled with taste but delivered from the gut.” The music magazine reviews continued to pour in. HRH Magazine proclaimed, “For blues lovers, ‘We Fly Free’ is a purist’s paradise,” while Powerplay Magazine said, “They may be a duo, but they make a big noise.” Maverick Magazine said, “This is the start of what should be a hugely successful career, while RNR Magazine focussed on the album’s production standards by saying, “The use of authentic techniques, including tube tape echoes and reverbs, adds to the overall production, reproducing a splendid live, vintage sound that reinforces the appeal.”

When Rivers Meet released their third single ‘Walking On The Wire’ on 26 th February 2021. The single had an exclusive 24-hour premiere on PlanetRock.com on Thursday 25th February. The music video was filmed in North Essex accompanied with stunning aerial footage and cinematography courtesy of a drone. When Rivers Meet were recently nominated in four categories at the UK Blues Awardsincluding “Emerging Blues Artist of the Year”, “Blues Band of the Year”, “Blues Album of the Year”, and “Most Inspirational Online Performance of the Year”. Winners will be announced in May 2021. In October 2021, When Rivers Meet will be very special guests on King King’s 8-date October UK tour. In April 2022, the band will embark on their first nationwide headline UK tour.

Dom Martin is a Belfast born multi award winning artist who burst onto the music scene in 2019

with a unique guitar style and voice, captivating audiences everywhere.

BBC Radio 2 presenter Cerys Matthews - “Absolutely wonderful stuﬀ” Classic Rock Magazine - "The Belfast guitarist is a sprawling talent" Walter Trout - "Dom Martin is amazing! A unique, genuine, vital artist"

makingascene.org - "The likes of Dom’s talent only comes around once in a lifetime"

Blues in Britain Magazine - "Now and again you stumble across a rare talent of such sheer genius that you actually wonder whether what you have witnessed can possibly be for real. Dom Martin is one such talent"

Music-News.Com - "Dom Martin is an absolutely fabulous performer"

Rock & Blues Muse - "It’s obvious that Dom Martin is the next rising star in the global roots scene. Jump aboard now before he passes you by"

AWARDS

Instrumentalist of The Year - 2023 UK Blues Awards

Instrumentalist of The Year - 2022 UK Blues Awards

(Inducted into the UK Blues Hall of Fame for his third successive Acoustic Award) Acoustic Act of The Year - 2022 UK Blues Awards

Acoustic Act of The Year - 2021 UK Blues Awards Acoustic Act of The Year - 2020 UK Blues Awards Best Solo/Acoustic Act - European Blues Awards 2019

Dom is fairly unique in that he is an extremely talented multi award winning performer both as a solo acoustic act (Dom Martin) and as a power rock trio (Dom Martin & Band). His ability to perform both shows at large festivals is attractive to festival organisers looking for quality shows for different stages.

This unassuming musician is another ﬁne product of the Belfast music factory responsible for Sir Van Morrison, Gary Moore, Paul Brady, Brian Kennedy, Foy Vance and many more.

Marking the 60th anniversary of John Mayall’s Blues Breakers with Eric Clapton, Sonny Flint’s Beano Bluesbreakers faithfully recreates the sound and spirit of this seminal British blues recording. Performed in full, alongside other John Mayall classics from the 1966 era, the project focuses on authenticity and musical detail.

The band features unique heritage connections, with drummer Sonny Flint, the son of original Bluesbreakers drummer Hughie Flint, and vocalist Laine Hines, the son of Denny Laine of The Moody Blues and Wings. The result is a respectful, authoritative tribute to one of the albums that defined British blues.

Nominated for five UK Blues Awards and British Blues Challenge finalists, and with a Number 1 blues album and single to their name, they have earned a reputation as the one of the most dynamic and enjoyable live bands on the circuit.

The Milk Men are a band made up from the cream of British R’n’B talent and pedigree.

With former Pirate Mike Roberts on drums, Lloyd Green (son of guitar legend Mick Green) on bass guitar, husky blues singer Jamie Smy on vocals, the band is rounded off on guitar by Adam Norsworthy, also known for his work with blues-scene mainstays Mustangs.

The band draws its influences from a wide range of classic bands from Dr Feelgood to Fleetwood Mac, AC/DC to Stevie Wonder. Their original music is classic blues rock, but always played with attack, energy, melody and a sense of fun.

The band has released five hugely-acclaimed albums of original material, and their latest Holy Cow! has received rave reviews and seen the band cement its reputation as one of the UK’s premier keepers of the British Blues Rock flame. The first single from the album, One Man Band, went straight to Number 1 on the iTunes blues chart and the album itself topped both the Amazon and iTunes blues charts.

The Milk Men have headlined major blues festivals all over the UK including the prestigious Great British Rock & Blues Festival in Skegness in 2023. That same year the band was nominated for two UK Blues Awards – Emerging Talent and Best Blues Band. In September 2023 they were one of the five bands chosen to compete in the prestigious UK Blues Challenge. In 2024 they were nominated for Best Band, Best Album (Mini Milk ep) and Best Vocalist.

Check the band’s gig guide to see when they are playing near you, and get your delivery of full phat, gold-topped blues rock. You can also keep up to date with all the band's latest news by following TheMilkMenRockBand on Facebook. You can also become a Subscriber to our free regular newsletter, full of interviews, news, offers and plenty of fun stuff to enjoy - just click on Subscribe above. Go on, put some milk in your music!

Trevor Babajack Steger is an award-winning singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist with a string of accolades, chart-topping albums, and sold-out shows across the UK and Europe.

His music shifts effortlessly from haunting and atmospheric to raw and gritty, demanding to be experienced live.

Critics and audiences alike have sung his praises. Blues in Britain hails him as "one of our finest and most original bluesmen." Blues Matters calls him a "master craftsman." His latest album, Six Foot Ten—which hit #1 on the British Blues Chart—has been described as "a masterpiece, a true work of musical artistry" (Blues in Britain) and "a future classic" (Folk & Tumble).

“An incredible year ahead for The Andy Taylor Group with a string of UK and European tour dates planned for spring 2024 to promote their highly anticipated follow up album!”

The Andy Taylor Group are an electrifying blues trio hailing from the Orkney Islands in the far north of Scotland.

Critically acclaimed as one of the most exciting emerging blues talents on the UK blues scene by Blues Matters Magazine, the band has been captivating audiences around the UK and beyond at festivals and venues including, The Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival, Skegness Great British Rock & Blues Festival, Edinburgh Blues Club, Le Blues Autour du Zinc plus many more.

The band’s debut album “Drifting Days” welcomed rave reviews, becoming the number 1 played album on the IBBA Blues Broadcasters radio stations for the month of January 2020. The band performed later that month on the main stage at Skegness Great British Rock & Blues Festival alongside Dr Feelgood, Bernie Marsden, Savoy Brown, The Animals & Friends and more.

Andy’s virtuoso guitar playing and irresistible husky self-penned tunes ooze the influence of Hendrix, Gallagher and Freddie King. Prepare to be catapulted on an exciting musical journey which fears no limit or boundary.

Andy is joined by a powerhouse rhythm section of childhood friends, Dylan Pepper on drums and David Flanagan on bass. The trio boast an overwhelming musical chemistry which truly has been to be seen to be believed.

The Blue Lena are an original UK rock band influenced by southern rock, blues rock and country rock.

The band’s debut album, Darkwood, released in November 2024 just ahead of their performances at WinterStorm and Planet Rockstock, received rave reviews in all the rock magazines, with Classic Rock magazine featuring The Blue Lena in their ‘Hotlist’ section, as a band to look out for in 2024.

The band have also received airplay at Planet Rock Radio, with their single Sanctity being made track of the week on Wyatt Wendels show, and Darren Reddick also named The Blue Lena as his “find of the year”.

“Drenched in soul, with a nod to the likes of Free and The Black Crowes”- Fireworks magazine.

Formed in 2017 in honour of Frank McHale’s love of 60 & 70's inspired guitar-based blues/psyche rock. An early line up of The Brew, would see the band secure a series of support slots that included, Dr Feelgood and Triple J (Feat: Jeff Rich of Status Quo.) A forced hiatus of the band in 2018 resulted in a complete line up change, with Chris Orrell taking over on drum duties, brother Paul McHale sharing guitar and vocals, Stephen Houghton on bass and Simon Lomax on keys.

The band continued to evolve over the next couple of years and would see each members influences cement a sound that would make way for several single releases, and an electrifying live set. The quartet would go on to support established North West acts such as Soldato, Blackballed, before securing tour slots throughout 2021, 2022 and 2023, with Xander & The Peace Pirates, 70s psychedelic pioneers Atomic Rooster, Doctor Feelgood, These Wicked Rivers, Jarred James Nichols and Dom Martin among many others.

They were nominated in the upcoming band section, of the 2023 UK Blues Federation Awards. M.P.B. are best seen as a live band and have an awesome reputation as one of the best live bands on the scene, they are always very well received. All band members are very experienced musicians, with years of playing all kinds of venues and festivals behind them. The band have released two albums, the first being the self-titled, McHale's Permanent Brew and in late 2023 they released there second album, Lessons from the Darkest Storms which has received rave reviews, from the media. 2023/2024 has been a great year for the band, they have played venues and festivals all over the UK, and are gaining a formidable reputation and following.

Recent festivals include, Nene Valley Rock Festival, HRH Blues 8 at the 02 Arena Leicester, Cambridge Rock Festival, Breaking Bands festival, Dingle Blues Festival, Colne Blues festival and many more, the band have gone from opening act on the main stages, to being invited back and have been playing high up on the festival line-ups. This year’s festival invites so far, include a great spot at Nene Valley Rock Festival, HRH Blues Festival at the 02 Leicester, SOS Rock festival 2025, Buxton Blues Festival, Dingle Blues Festival and Bournefest in Kent, we also have a few others on the horizon. We already have a few big festival dates for next year as well.

Reillo are a four-piece originals band rooted in the Liverpool area. Each member brings
decades of experience from previous bands, delivering seasoned, heartfelt
performances.
Formed in early 2023 to showcase James Ollier’s original songs, we blend classic bluesrock with echoes of Dire Straits, The Traveling Wilburys, Bob Dylan, and Tom Petty –
think storytelling lyrics, soaring guitars, and irresistible grooves.
Based in Liverpool, we rehearse at the state-of-the-art Sort Rehearsal Rooms in the
vibrant Baltic Triangle.

In his time Pat has sung across many genres and worked with festival headlining producers from Zion Train to Camo & Krooked, London Electricity to Murdock to Coldcut and a range of weird and wonderful sounds including with Jeff Buckley / Capt Beefheart guitarist Gary Lucas (NYC) as well as touring the world as a live artist and as part of Huddersfield band Kava Kava. But it’s truly magical when he sings the blues especially when backed by the stunning musicianship of this band featuring talented musicians including Jacob Beckwith on guitar, Jaden Hart on bass, Sam Bolt on keys and Zebedee Sylvester on drums. Billboard Magazine “Fulgoni could sing a pearl from its oyster”. They ain’t wrong and Blues Matters adds “completely blown away because he can sing, I mean really sing, ridiculously well”

Guitarist and writer Paul Farr is probably best know for playing with blues star, Kyla Brox, as well as being a session player over the years for the likes of Tom Jones, Lily Allen and Corinne Bailey Rae.

Paul brings his own Blues Project playing original genre twisting instrumentals with an incredible band.

After releasing the album ‘As and When’ last year, it has received rave reviews with ‘Blues Matters’ magazine calling it an ‘instrumental tour de force’.

Formed in 2019, the band from Hampshire have performed around the UK & Eire at ticketed clubs, arts centres and numerous music festivals. Including performances at Dublin’s Button Factory and The Belfast’s Empire Theatre, opening for Eric Bell (Thin Lizzy). This year the band have been performing to new audiences in Eastern Europe. The band have performed several times with the late Gary Moore’s family and friends to raise funds for his statue in Belfast.

In 2025 Tom, band leader and songwriter for the band, was voted top 5 UK finalist ‘Young Blues Artist of the year’ and again in 2026. The band also voted top 5 UK finalist ‘Emerging Blues Act of the year’ by the UK Blues Federation with a further nomination in 2026. The band’s first 5 track EP called ‘Devil’s Highwater’ was released in 2024 and received radio airplays around the UK and the US. The band’s new 11 track album called ‘Angel on the Mississippi’ was released in April 2026. The band have received critical acclaim regarding the band’s dynamic interplay, passion and skill, which has been recognised at a national level.

Following the release of their 3^rd album last year, widely regarded as their best yet, Thr3e have reverted back to their original power trio format.

Having performed around the country, from intimate clubs to large festivals, the guys have secured great reviews in the rock and blues media through some raucous audience reactions. Firmly rooted in 60s/70s British blues but with influences ranging widely from the old blues originals to more modern rock and soul

Originating from North West Kent, The Paul Cook Blues Band was formed in 2007 and have been working ever since. Playing a long list of venues and festivals all over the UK and beyond. Pre pandemic The PCBB hosted Blues Revue shows at the original Ealing club premises on Ealing Broadway. One one such occasion the band were joined by Legendary Chicago Bluesman Jim Kahr, who they were backing on his UK dates. For 2023 Paul is looking forward to doing some shows with his sister in Blues Katie Bradley and a new album has been recorded due for release later this summer.

‘The Blues has been my main genre as a listener since I was 14 years old, Buddy Guy and Clapton are my biggest single influences, but I have a huge love for the music of many other Blues greats, Sonny Boy Williamson, John Lee Hooker, Albert King,

Clarence Gatemouth Brown, Muddy Waters, Big Bill Broonzy…….. and a whole lot more. If you don’t love the blues you got a great big hole in your soul.’

Blending blues, Americana, folk and rock into a powerful, contemporary sound, The Whisky Flowers draw inspiration from artists such as Larkin Poe, Rory Gallagher, Fiona Apple, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Neil Young — while carving out a voice that is unmistakably their own.

Their music channels the raw roots energy of classic blues and Southern rock, the fearless individuality of alternative songwriting, and the timeless storytelling of Americana. The result is a sound that feels both familiar and fresh — authentic, gritty and emotionally resonant.

On stage, The Whisky Flowers deliver high-impact performances marked by strong musicianship, tight interplay and compelling stage presence. They connect with audiences across genres — from blues lovers and roots-rock fans to broader festival crowds.

Their growing reputation has recently been reinforced with a nomination by the UK Blues Federation for the Top 5 Emerging Artist of the Year 2026, highlighting their rising profile within today’s blues and roots scene.

FangSlinger are a UK-based band forging a unique sound where dark Western, gothic Americana and Hard Rock collide. Their debut EP We Are the Night introduces a world of outlaw anti-heroes, combining groove-driven riffs, three-part harmonies and cinematic storytelling.

On stage, FangSlinger shows are immersive, theatrical experiences set against desert graveyard backdrops, with each member inhabiting a distinct character: FangSlinger, BloodRose and HangMan. Fans are invited into this mythology under the banner ‘All Souls Welcome’, a message that has quickly built a dedicated underground following.

With a growing reputation for blending narrative, atmosphere and raw rock energy, FangSlinger are positioning themselves as one of the UK’s most exciting new acts and the chief purveyors of UNDEAD REDNECK ROCK N’ ROLL!

A collaboration between Kaspar Berry Rapkin & Lucy Piper sees two established musicians from the UK's Blues scene come together to play the upbeat Hill Country & Delta Blues from the land where they first met, Clarksdale, Mississippi. Dedicated to capturing the raw hypnotic energy you'd find in a traditional 'Juke Joint', both musicians are devoted to keeping this unique music alive, with an added fresh edge.

Hailing from St Albans and Exeter, Kaspar plays regularly on the London Blues circuit as well as at many of the leading UK's Blues Festivals, both solo and with his band 'The Swamp Dogs', whilst Lucy is well known on the scene for her role as a Blues session Drummer, and has played with the likes of Ben Waters, Mississippi Macdonald, and James Oliver, as well as many American Blues artists out in the Delta, such as Watermelon Slim and Robert Kimbrough Sr.

“Gritty, raw, and bluesy guitar sounds with a voice that pours with emotion and fills a venue, Katie & the Bad Sign have played across the UK, including Upton Blues, Wychwood festival and shows in Switzerland and Germany. Hailing from Manchester, they describe their sound as a mix of Americana, Blues & good ole Rock n' Roll. Their 70's inspired music takes you on a journey from catchy melody to gravelly throttling vocals, giving an essence of Janis Joplin brought into modern-day dark rootsy rock.

They have received radio play from BBC Introducing, airplay from Elles Bailey on Planet Rock Radio, shared a main stage with Jools Holland & Ocean Colour Scene and supported Shane Smith & The Saints at their sold-out Manchester date

The David Sinclair Four is a rock & roll band from West London led by singer, songwriter and guitarist David Sinclair and featuring Geoff Peel (guitar/vocals), Derek White (bass) and Steve Jessop (drums) together with harmonica legend Laurie Garman (the fifth member of the Four).

The band has been rocking the blues circuit throughout 2025, releasing three singles and playing gigs and festivals from Scotland to Cornwall and all points in between. On the back of prominent features in Blues Matters and Blues In Britain magazine, they are delighted to be returning for their first headlining show at the 100 Club in the heart of their beloved London town on May 19.