Headline Artists
Burning Rope (Saturday evening Headline)
A powerful new blues‑rock band formed by former members of Catfish, delivering searing guitar work, soulful keys, and high‑energy original material. Recognised as UK Blues Awards Emerging Artist finalists, Burning Rope have earned rave reviews for their album Dissolution and are rapidly becoming one of the most talked‑about rising acts in British blues‑rock.

The Terraplanes Blues Band Saturday Afternoon(Headline)
A hard‑hitting electric blues outfit from Bristol, delivering gritty vocals, searing guitar, and a powerful vintage‑influenced sound. Recognised with a No.1 IBBA chart position and strong reviews in Blues Matters and Blues in Britain, The Terraplanes have built a national reputation for high‑energy, crowd‑lifting live shows. One of the most exciting modern electric blues bands on the UK circuit.

The Rigmarollers (Friday evening Headliners)
The Rigmarollers deliver authentic old‑time blues, ragtime, and roots music with vintage instruments, washboard rhythms, and real juke‑joint energy. Recognised across the UK blues and roots circuit for their traditional sound and standout live performances, they bring grit, charm, and toe‑tapping rhythm to every stage. A crowd‑pleasing act with a reputation for genuine early‑blues authenticity.

Sammy Boy & Col
A soulful Wirral blues duo blending expressive guitar, award‑winning harmonica, and warm, roots‑driven vocals. Recognised across the regional blues circuit for their authentic sound and standout live performances, Sammy Boy & Col deliver a heartfelt, engaging set full of classic blues feel and modern acoustic charm.

Modjango
Modjango deliver a fiery blend of gypsy‑jazz, swing, and blues, packed with dazzling musicianship and infectious rhythm. Recognised across the North West live‑music scene for their virtuosity and high‑energy performances, they bring foot‑stomping grooves, tight arrangements, and a vibrant, crowd‑pleasing sound to every stage.

The New Kid
The New Kid are a rising blues duo captivating audiences across the Northwest, North Wales, and the West Midlands with soulful vocals, expressive guitar work, and a fresh modern edge. Recognised on the regional blues circuit for their exceptional performances and growing reputation, they deliver a unique, unforgettable set that marks them as one of the most exciting emerging acts around.

The Fortunate Sons
The Fortunate Sons are the hosts of Wirral Blues Club’s World Famous Blues Jam and one of the club’s proudest success stories. Growing directly out of Wirral Blues Club’s commitment to community education — including its long‑running guitar workshops — the band have developed into a high‑intensity blues outfit with a powerful visual presence and a reputation for giving everything on stage. Recognised for their explosive live energy and fast‑rising stature on the local blues circuit, The Fortunate Sons deliver a full‑throttle blues‑rock performance that absolutely rocks.

The Gus Glynn Band
The Gus Glynn Band deliver a powerful blend of alt‑rock, blues, and roots, driven by Gus Glynn’s standout vocals, expressive guitar work, and the tight chemistry of a seasoned three‑piece. Recognised across the North West for their high‑energy performances, genre‑surfing sets, and strong musicianship, the band have earned praise from Blues in Britain Magazine for both their live shows and studio releases. Their albums Paint It Blue and Echo The Hollow showcase dynamic range, gutsy lyrics, and hard‑hitting blues‑rock that translates explosively on stage. A crowd‑lifting, emotionally charged band who bring serious fire to any line-up

Electric Blues Factory
Electric Blues Factory deliver high‑voltage blues‑rock with powerful guitar work, tight grooves, and a dynamic stage presence. Recognised across the North West blues‑rock circuit for their explosive live energy and strong musicianship, they bring a gritty, modern blues sound that hits hard and lifts the room every time.

Aethelreds Bluesmen
Aethelreds Bluesmen deliver authentic, roots‑driven blues with vintage tone, soulful vocals, and harmonica‑rich grooves. Led by Ian Boyle — HarmonicaUK Blues & Rock Player of the Year 2018 and 2019 — the band bring real heritage blues to the stage, driven by Ian’s nationally recognised harmonica work and the band members many decades of experience on the Merseyside blues circuit. Honest, warm, and steeped in tradition, Aethelreds Bluesmen deliver the classic blues feel audiences love.
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