Groove-heavy, no-nonsense blues steeped in Chicago tradition. Expect swinging shuffles, gritty vocals and driving rhythms that build into a proper late-night blues atmosphere — raw, soulful and built for the club floor.

An award-winning blues trio inspired by the raw, hypnotic grooves of R.L. Burnside. Expect driving rhythms, gritty riffs and stripped-back blues that locks into a deep, foot-stomping groove — minimal, powerful and built for late-night rooms.

A heavyweight blues lineup bringing deep groove, raw musicianship and serious feel. Expect hard-driving blues, swinging rhythms and late-night energy, delivered by three seasoned players locked in tight and playing from the gut. Proper blues, no filler.

Dirty Weather Blues Band deliver a hard-hitting, no-frills take on the blues — deep grooves, sharp playing, and a sound that feels raw, loud and alive from the first note.

This is a band built for the room — tight rhythm section, gritty guitar tones, and that locked-in feel where everything just sits right. No overthinking, no polish — just proper blues played with intent and energy.

The kind of set that starts steady, builds pressure, and then lets loose… filling the space with heavy rhythm, rolling riffs and that unmistakable late-night atmosphere.

Up close, turned up, and exactly where it should be — in the basement.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.

London Bluegrass Band bring high-energy, foot-stomping bluegrass straight into the room — fast picking, tight harmonies and that raw acoustic sound that cuts through and pulls you in from the first tune.

Driven by banjo, fiddle, mandolin and guitar, this is music that moves — quick, sharp and full of life. It’s loose in all the right ways, but locked in where it matters, with a band that plays off each other and keeps the energy building all night.

Expect driving rhythms, big choruses and moments where the whole room leans in, then lifts together. No gimmicks — just serious musicians playing with pace, precision and a lot of heart.

Perfect for the basement — close, lively and full of atmosphere.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.

Jimmy Regal & The Royals bring a sharp, authentic take on classic rhythm & blues — rooted in Chicago blues, driven by groove, and delivered with style.

Fronted by Jimmy Regal on vocals, this is a band that knows exactly how to work a room — tight rhythm section, soulful playing, and that unmistakable blend of blues, swing and early rock ’n’ roll that keeps things moving from start to finish.

Expect slick piano lines, gritty vocals, and a band that builds momentum the right way — drawing you in, locking you in, and then lifting the whole place.

This is proper, grown-up blues — confident, musical and made for a packed basement.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.

Oliver Darling Trio bring a powerful, modern edge to the blues — a tight three-piece built on feel, intensity and serious musicianship.

Driven by Oliver Darling’s guitar work, this is a trio that leans into dynamics — from stripped-back, expressive moments to full, heavy grooves that fill the room. It’s blues at the core, but pushed into something bigger — raw, atmospheric and deeply locked in.

Expect soaring guitar lines, a driving rhythm section and that unmistakable energy of a band completely in sync. No excess, no filler — just three musicians creating a big, immersive sound.

Up close in the basement, this one hits different.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.

Dawnette Fessey Band bring a rich, soulful take on blues and rhythm & blues — powerful vocals, deep groove and a band that knows how to hold a room.

Fronted by Dawnette’s commanding voice, this is a set built on feel and connection — from slow-burning, emotional moments to full, driving numbers that lift the energy and keep the crowd locked in.

Expect warmth, presence and serious musicianship — tight rhythm section, tasteful playing and a sound that feels both classic and alive in the moment.

This is blues with soul at its centre — expressive, confident and made for a packed basement.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.

Jo Buddy brings a raw, roots-driven take on the blues — one man, guitar in hand, foot stomping time and a sound that feels straight out of the juke joint.

This is stripped right back but full of character — gritty vocals, rolling rhythm and that unmistakable groove that comes from years of playing it the real way. No band needed — just feel, timing and presence.

Expect old-school blues, country and ragtime influences, delivered with charm, humour and serious authenticity. The kind of set that pulls you in quietly… then has the whole room hooked.

Up close in the basement, this is as real as it gets.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.

Lee Sankey Band bring a powerful, hard-grooving take on modern blues — driven by one of the UK’s standout harmonica players and a band that knows how to lock in and let it breathe.

Lee Sankey’s harp cuts straight through — raw, expressive and full of bite — backed by a tight rhythm section and sharp, no-nonsense guitar work. This is blues with weight to it… deep grooves, big sound, and a band that plays with real intent.

Expect moments that simmer and build, then hit hard — the kind of set that fills the room and pulls everyone in.

Up close in the basement, this is serious blues — loud, tight and right where it belongs.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.

Paul Lamb brings heavyweight, authentic blues led by one of the UK’s true harmonica legends — a player whose sound is steeped in classic Chicago blues and delivered with effortless authority.

This is the real deal. Big tone harp, deep groove, and a band that knows exactly how to sit in the pocket and let the music breathe. It’s blues played properly — confident, understated and full of feel.

Expect rolling shuffles, sharp solos and that unmistakable sound that only comes from decades at the top of the game. No gimmicks — just world-class musicianship in a room that puts you right on top of it.

A rare chance to catch a genuine blues master, up close in the basement.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.

Mazza Blue Band bring a driving, full-bodied blues sound — tight, punchy and built for a packed room.

This is a band that leans into groove and feel — gritty guitar tones, a solid rhythm section and that locked-in energy that keeps everything moving. No overplaying, no fuss — just proper blues, played loud and with intent.

Expect a set that builds steadily, finds its stride and then lets loose — heavy rhythm, sharp licks and a sound that fills the space without losing its edge.

Perfect for the basement — close, loud and full of atmosphere.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.

Big City Hoot & Howl roll in with a high-energy blast of Americana, bluegrass and back-porch rhythm — fast, loose and built to get the room moving.

Driven by banjo, fiddle, guitar and tight vocal harmonies, this is music that doesn’t sit still. It’s foot-stomping, hand-clapping, full-throttle playing with just enough grit to keep it feeling raw and real.

Expect big choruses, quick-fire picking and that infectious energy that spreads through the room — the kind of night where the crowd leans in, then lifts together.

Loud in the right way, loose in the best way — perfect for a packed basement.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.

Rollo Markee brings sharp, high-energy blues led by one of the UK’s standout harmonica players — a frontman with serious presence and a sound that cuts straight through.

This is blues with drive and attitude — punchy harp, tight band, and a set that moves with purpose from the first note. Expect big tone, quick-fire solos and that locked-in groove that keeps the room right where it should be.

Rollo doesn’t hang about — this is direct, confident, no-nonsense blues, played properly and built for a live room.

Up close in the basement, it hits harder.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early

Big Joe Louis is the real deal — a cornerstone of the UK blues scene and a player who brings pure, authentic Chicago blues straight into the room.

With deep groove, effortless guitar work and a voice that carries weight, Joe leads a band that knows exactly how to play it right — no flash, no fuss, just proper blues with feel, swing and authority.

This is music that’s lived-in. Tight, relaxed and completely locked — the kind of set that draws you in slowly, then holds the whole room without trying.

A true master of the craft, right up close in the basement.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.

Ash Lamb & The 32-20s bring a raw, roots-driven take on the blues — drawing from delta, country and early electric sounds, then pushing it forward with real energy and edge.

This is stripped-back but powerful — gritty vocals, driving rhythms and a band that knows how to lock into a groove and let it roll. There’s a looseness to it, but it’s always in the pocket — the kind of sound that feels alive, immediate and built for a tight room.

Expect slide guitar, deep rhythm and moments that build and break in all the right places. No polish — just character, feel and proper musicianship.

Perfect for the basement — close, loud and full of atmosphere.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.

Three serious players. One room. No safety net.

Big Joe Louis, Lewis Fielding and Peter Greatorex come together for a heavyweight night of blues — three distinct styles, all locked into the same groove, trading lines, pushing each other and building something that only happens live.

Joe brings that deep, authentic Chicago feel — relaxed, confident and full of soul. Lewis adds sharp, expressive guitar work with real bite. Peter brings fluidity and feel, leaning into tone and space. Together, it’s dynamic, unpredictable and completely alive.

Expect long-form grooves, standout solos and moments where the whole band lifts and the room follows.

This isn’t a set — it’s a session.

Up close in the basement, this will be special.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.

Dino Baptiste brings a full-throttle mix of boogie-woogie, blues and rhythm & blues — high-energy piano, big personality and a sound that fills the room from the first note.

This is proper, old-school entertainment — driving left hand, rolling rhythms and a voice that carries over it all. Dino doesn’t hold back — it’s lively, loose in the right way, and built to get the room moving.

Expect big grooves, crowd moments and a set that keeps building — the kind of night where the energy lifts and doesn’t drop.

Up close in the basement, this is pure, feel-good rhythm & blues.

Free entry. Limited space. Get down early.