The Blues
Band may no longer be touring but their two lead vocalists are continuing to
enthral audiences with their acoustic concerts. Paul Jones and Dave Kelly will be joining us to perform live on stage here at
Number 8. Ruggedly durable and timeless, the blues is perhaps more popular
today than it has ever been. Young musicians still cut their teeth on its
enticing, 12-bar appeal, but its real rewards, true virtuosity, poise and
knowledge, only come with age.
Founder
members of The Blues Band, Paul Jones and Dave Kelly’s tangled and colourful
roots go way back into the true undergrowth of the tradition. As well as their
own original material, they not only know and perform the work of the greats,
ranging from Howling’ Wolf, John Lee Hooker through to Sonny Boy Williamson –
they actually played alongside them, and enjoyed their friendship. After over a
quarter century as presenter of BBC Radio 2’s The Blues Show, as a
thrilling singer and harmonica maestro, what Paul Jones doesn’t know about the
blues can be written on a pinhead. The same can be said about Europe’s leading
bluesman, Dave Kelly – he’s played with them all, including legends such as
James Burton and Buddy Guy. Superb blues vocals combined with guitar virtuosity
have elevated Dave Kelly into the higher echelon of international blues
performers, where he truly belongs.
A live
acoustic set by this dynamic duo is an occasion you’ll remember. If you’re a
true blues fan, everything you need is here! 2hrs (inc interval)
Tickets: £27
+ £1.20 per ticket if booked online
Priority booking open now for Friends of Number 8 only.