This is our show reel taken from a live performance at the Acoustic Couch, Bracknell
Our Dear Friend, Steve Darrington, passed away recently. As organiser of the Swanage Blues Weekend he was a formidable spirit but as a musician he had an incredible career. Read about him here
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Our next gig is 20 Sept in the Thameside Brewery, Staines. Great beer and FREE entry
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A live recording of "Black Velvet"
Our version of "I Put A Spell on You"
We had so much fun making this video !
Our version of the Elle King Song
INTRODUCING
Our love for blues music runs deep, and we have been honing our craft for more than 20 years.
Our sound draws inspiration from legends like Robert Johnson, Etta James, Bonnie Raitt, Beth Hart, Stevie Ray Vaughan and many others.
We blend in in a contemporary twist that keeps our music current and fresh. We have played all over the UK, performing at festivals, venues and private functions, and have built up a loyal following of fans who love our unique style and energy. We have released six albums, all reviewed in BluesMatters and Blues in Britain magazines and had top 10 placings in the IBBA charts.
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In addition to our Blues Rock performances, we have, for arts centres and theatres a new show; “Women in Blues,” which celebrates the indomitable spirit and musical legacy of pioneering and contemporary blues women.
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This live musical journey takes the audience from the gospel roots of the 1920s to the blues rock of the 60s and 70s and into the 21st Century. We delve into the lives and artistry of iconic blues women.
From Memphis Minnie, past Billie Holiday through to Etta James, Bonnie Raitt and Beth Hart, our show celebrates their music and song writing. See the separate page here
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"Excellent musicianship and a fantastic choice of songs celebrating Women in Blues.
Don’t miss. "
"This entertaining band has a long musical heritage built up over the years, wrapping it all up in Blues Rock with a twist. They are heavy duty not lite!"
Blues in Britain Magazine
Remember live music will only survive if people go to see it so please get out there and support your local venues and bands.
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We have just confirmed these two gigs
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To buy CDs of our albums:
message us through the contact page. We have had to make this change as the cost of keeping our music through digital channels has meant that we now sell directly - it was fun being on iTunes etc while it lasted!!
Click on the button below for a playlist on YouTube of our 5th album.
A really great article that gets us a mention !
Swanage Blues is in the top 5 festivals in the UK Click on the image to read the full article and all about the great Steve Darrington
Collectively as a band, they were so tight and regimented, with the perfect amount of groove to leave the audience just wanting more.
The drums and bass were so conjoined, the only thing that was out of time was my jaw, when it kept hitting the ground. The groove they put down was so solid and tight it was hard not to believe there was not a recorded rhythm track.
The musicality of this band was truly outstanding - there was clearly a synergy and 'locking in' that one normally can only find on a recorded album.
Info & News
We had a great gig recently at The Cellar Bar at South Hill Park, Bracknell and are really looking forward to this year's Swanage weekend. We are confirmed for one gig and hope to get another. It's the first festival since the passing of Steve Darrington and great thanks and condolences go to the family for continuing with the 'Friendliest Blues Festival'.
We are also scheduled on Friday 20 Sept for our first appearance at the Thames Side Brewery in Staines. It's an award winning pub with a great range of beers brewed by them.
