The Looters and Special Guest Ray Phillips
2025-07-24 19:00 - 23:00 (Europe/London) | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
The Looters and Special Guest Ray Phillips
The Looters

Jeff Savage – Vox, harp, guitar
Dzal Martin – Vox, guitars
John Gordon – Bass, B Vox
Jim Russell – Drums
Steve Oakman – keyboards
Playing Live Music >From The 60’s & 70’s, Blisterin’ Rhythm ‘n’ Blues, Rock n Roll, Soul and Classic Pop
The Looters are a London based 60’s and 70’s covers band averaging over 100 gigs a year. Playing well known songs from the 60’s & 70’s ranging from Buddy Holly, The Stones, Clapton, The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival to Bob Marley, Bill Withers, Otis Redding, James Brown, The Temptations, The Box Tops and The Pirates to name but a few.
What have the following acts got in common ?
Sir Bob Geldof, Alan Price Set, Paul Young, Chrissie Hynde, Meatloaf, The Equals, Vanity Fair, Chris Farlowe, Van Morrison, Whitney Houston to name but a few: They have all played with or still playing with members of The Looters !!!
They have all played with members of The Looters.
Special Guest – Ray Phillips

Founder member, and co-lead singer, of The Nashville Teens in 1962. Though he was born in Wales, he grew up in the Addlestone, and Woking area of Surrey.
The Nashville Teens, an English rock band, formed in 1962.They are best known for their 1964 hit single “Tobacco Road”, a Top 10 hit in the United Kingdom and Canada, and a Top 20 hit in the United States.

Papa George Blues Band
2025-08-07 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Papa George Blues Band

Papa George, born in London from Greek Cypriot parents, is no stranger on the UK & European blues scene. Four decades of playing “live electric and acoustic blues” later, he now has a reputation to be reckoned with.
Inspiration from The Beatles and The Rolling Stones in the early 60s paved the way for George’s introduction to other British & American Rhythm n Blues greats, providing George with a tantalising driving force for developing his musical styles as a rock/blues performer.
During the 1970s, whilst developing his guitar & vocal skills, George formed the Papa George Band. Since then he has toured the UK and many countries in Europe the USA.
A quote from Muddy Waters guitarist, Bob Margolin, described George as being “A powerful Deep Blues player…a spectacular blues artist. He’s got power and nuance as a master entertainer”
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James Oliver Band
2025-09-04 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
The James Oliver Band
After a crackin’ show last year, we’ve persuaded James and his band to come back!!
“He’s regarded as a force of nature in his native Wales, an R&B icon in Sweden, and a guitar hero to his social media fans” – Blues in Britain Magazine
James Oliver is one of the UK’s busiest acts playing over 300 gigs a year (sometimes two gigs in one day) all over the UK, Europe, and the USA!
James has won the UK Blues Awards Emerging Artist of the Year and has been nominated an additional three times.
His contemporary’s say it all
“James is a passionate roots rocker loaded with guitar firepower.” – Bill Kirchen – guitar legend
“If you want to see energy times 10 with the greasiest of rockabilly fire and flair, this is the guy to see!” – Redd Volkaert (Grammy Award winning guitarist for Merle Haggard)
“James Oliver wields the Telecaster with extreme aplomb and is highly entertaining to boot.” – Greg Koch (Guitar legend)
“An incredibly inventive and exciting guitarist” – Music Republic Magazine
The Frantic album is available. Maybe he’ll have a new one before coming back to Tring

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Life & Music of Ronnie Lane - Music, Video & Interviews
2025-09-21 12:00 - 17:00 | Blues Bar Tring – Doors & Bar From 12.00pm, Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Hertfordshire, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
A Blues Bar Tring Afternoon featuring The Life and Music of Ronnie Lane
– Small Faces, Faces, Slim Chance

Free entry but collection for the Charity supporting Parkinsons, MS, Stroke
RONNIE LANE
There will be a showing of the video ‘The Passing Show’ on Three Screens

Featuring rare performance film, interviews with Pete Townsend, Eric Clapton, Ian McLagen, Kenny Jones and many more – including archive interviews with Ronnie himself ‘The Passing Show’ will take you on a musical and emotional roller-coaster journey through Ronnie Lanes life. Also bonus features including: Brand New Unseen Performances by some of Ronnies Friends Of – ‘OOH LA LA, ‘THE POACHER’, ‘KUSCHTY RYE’, & ‘Annie’
Produced and Directed by Rupert Williams and James Mackie
Followed by a chat with:
Rupert (Rupe) Williams – Producer & Director (BBC)
Charlie Hart – Original Slim Chance member
Gazza – Gazza Records
Then:
Live Music of Ronnie Lane with:
Charlie Hart – Slim Chance – Keys & vocals

RONNIE LANE will always be loved for his key role in two of Britain’s most influential bands, the Small Faces and the Faces, and for the innovative musical and cultural influences he brought together when he abandoned the money, glamour and pretence of Rock and Roll stardom.

Hard Travellin'
2025-10-02 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Hard Travellin’ are:
Dave Kelly, Bob Hall & Hillary Blythe

Friends since they were neighbours in the sixties, England’s premier blues vocalist and guitarist Dave Kelly (of the Blues Band) and blues and boogie pianist and mandolinist Bob Hall have had illustrious careers and won many awards for their music.
Dave started his music career backing performers such as Howlin’ Wolf and John Lee Hooker, and has played with Buddy Guy, Son House & Muddy Waters.
Bob Hall, singer, pianist and songwriter, is a founder member of The Groundhogs and Savoy Brown. Bob has also accompanied Howlin’ Wolf and John Lee Hooker and a host of blues stars including Little Walter, Lightnin’ Slim and Homesick James.
Throughout the years Dave and Bob have been recorded on each other’s songs, played in bands together and collaborated on several critically acclaimed song-writing projects.
Hilary Blythe joins the duo for their reunion on bass and guitar; an emotive singer of classic folk blues in her own right. Expect an evening of great blues including original tunes, funny stories and a little bit of country.

Elsie Franklin
2025-10-23 19:00 - 23:00 | Herts
Elsie Franklin is a musician playing and singing old-time style American folk, blues and ragtime on her trusty National resonator.

Elsie is often praised for her authentic, yet unique take on early blues and jazz, drawing influence from legendary female blues artists such as Memphis Minnie and Bessie Smith. Elsie has formed her own all-female blues trio based in London with the highly-acclaimed Francesca Nnoka Shaw (double-bass) and Carmen Ruiz Vicente (drums).
Dave Kelly says “Elsie Franklin is the most natural blues singer I’ve heard in years, her guitar playing is pretty damn good too, uncluttered and tasteful, she really understands the genre – she’s the whole package”

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Killer Diller – Elsie Franklin (Memphis Minnie cover)

Mississippi MacDonald
2025-11-06 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-11-19 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Mississippi MacDonald
Back by popular demand after his great show for us back in 2024
Mississippi MacDonald is a three times British Blues Awards nominee, from London. He has been playing since he was 11 years old and has travelled extensively on the US blues trail, meeting, amongst others, Pinetop Perkins, Willie Big Eyes Smith, Otis Clay and BB King. In 2010, he was part of the team that purchased a gravestone for the late Hi Records recording artist and soul legend, OV Wright.
His seven albums have had significant international airplay and coverage, making the top 10 of the British Blues charts on four occasions.
Paul Jones described him as “splendid…..really really excellent”.
Blues In Britain magazine praised “…Mississippi’s Albert Collins’ flavoured guitar work….blistering. Soulful vocals and excellent fretwork. Genuine blues, played with passion and hugely appreciated”.
In 2021 he was signed to APM Records, and his album Do Right, Say Right was released to critical acclaim.
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Nigel Bagge Band
2025-11-20 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Nigel Bagge Band

I’m sure you all know Nigel and his trusty fellow band mates.
Blues with a touch of soul, country and rhythm’n’blues
Good to welcome them back to the Blues Bar.
Nigel Bagge – Smoky vocals, sensitive guitar
Janos Bajtala – Keys & Backing Vocals
Chris Sharley – Drums and Backing Vocals
Eddie Masters – Bass Guitar
A great night in store
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The Looters plus extra special guest Chris Farlowe - SOLD OUT
2025-12-18 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
The Looters plus extra special guest Chris Farlowe

Jeff Savage – Vox, harp, guitar
Dzal Martin – Vox, guitars
John Gordon – Bass, B Vox
Jim Russell – Drums
Steve Oakman – keyboards
Plus Extra Special guest Chris Farlowe

Chris Farlowe is one of the great underrated British soul & blues influenced singers.
Playing Live Music >From The 60’s & 70’s, Blisterin’ Rhythm ‘n’ Blues, Rock n Roll, Soul and Classic Pop
The Looters are a London based 60’s and 70’s covers band averaging over 100 gigs a year. Playing well known songs from the 60’s & 70’s ranging from Buddy Holly, The Stones, Clapton, The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival to Bob Marley, Bill Withers, Otis Redding, James Brown, The Temptations, The Box Tops and The Pirates to name but a few.
What have the following acts got in common ?
Sir Bob Geldof, Alan Price Set, Paul Young, Chrissie Hynde, Meatloaf, The Equals, Vanity Fair, Chris Farlowe, Van Morrison, Whitney Houston to name but a few: They have all played with or still playing with members of The Looters !!!

2nd NIGHT - The Looters plus extra special guest Chris Farlowe - SOLD OUT
2025-12-19 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
The Looters plus extra special guest Chris Farlowe
A Great second night this year!

Jeff Savage – Vox, harp, guitar
Dzal Martin – Vox, guitars
John Gordon – Bass, B Vox
Jim Russell – Drums
Steve Oakman – keyboards
Plus Extra Special guest Chris Farlowe

Chris Farlowe is one of the great underrated British soul & blues influenced singers.
Playing Live Music >From The 60’s & 70’s, Blisterin’ Rhythm ‘n’ Blues, Rock n Roll, Soul and Classic Pop
The Looters are a London based 60’s and 70’s covers band averaging over 100 gigs a year. Playing well known songs from the 60’s & 70’s ranging from Buddy Holly, The Stones, Clapton, The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival to Bob Marley, Bill Withers, Otis Redding, James Brown, The Temptations, The Box Tops and The Pirates to name but a few.
What have the following acts got in common ?
Sir Bob Geldof, Alan Price Set, Paul Young, Chrissie Hynde, Meatloaf, The Equals, Vanity Fair, Chris Farlowe, Van Morrison, Whitney Houston to name but a few: They have all played with or still playing with members of The Looters !!!

Ash Lambe & The 32-20’s and Dom Glynn
2026-01-15 20:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Ash Lambe & The 32-20’s with Support from Dom Glynn

Ash Lambe & The 32-20’s are a London Based Chicago blues band and were born out of a mutual love of the blues, and in particular the raw and electric sounds of Chicago blues.
Drawing inspiration from the greats such as Muddy Waters, Elmore James, Jimmy Reed, Eddie Taylor, Hound Dog Taylor to name but a few, Ash Lambe & The 32-20’s put their spin on the blues, while trying to stay true to the music and do it the justice it rightly deserves.
Ash Lambe – Vocals & Lead Guitar
Craig Rattray – bass
Johnny Harpo – Harmonica
Ben Peartson – Drums
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Dom Glynn

Country’s founding fathers would be proud of the sort of vintage two-steppin’ tunes that Dom Glynn plays.
In his early twenties, this singing, guitar-slinging Brit was already living for and off music, playing endless sets of songs by his American heroes in music bars and venues in and around London. He’s since mastered the canon of classic country music and has been inspired to write his own future standards. It’s a sound and vibe that gets people drinking, dancing, and simply having a great time
On his new album his songwriting echoes the spirit of legends like Johnny Cash and Hank Williams Sr., while his guitar work recalls the elegant fingerpicking of Mississippi John Hurt and Doc Watson.
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John Verity
2026-02-19 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
John Verity
Back by popular demand and good to see and hear him again this year!
John is one of the most consistent performers on the blues rock circuit today, having honed his craft over more than 60 years on the circuit at every level.

Born in West Yorkshire he played in many bands in the area and beyond before moving to Florida. Whilst there he opened for Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Mountain and others, then on his return to the UK, taking a somewhat different direction this time as front man with Argent. When Argent disbanded John spent time primarily in the studio, producing, recording, and guesting with, among many others, Ringo Starr, The Zombies, Smokie, Charlie, Motorhead, and Saxon.
However. live performance has always been the driving force for JV, and these days it’s easy to find John back out on the road with his own band and material, and experiencing a musical renaissance across the country

The John Verity Band currently features:
John Verity – Guitar/vocals
Chris Mansbridge – Drums
Roger Inniss – Bass
“And it would always have been difficult to follow the next act, the triumphant John Verity Band. Verity is best known for his stint as the frontman of Argent in the 1970s, but that was only a brief interruption in a 50-year solo career.”
“You are left under no illusion that you are in the hands of a proper musician and vocalist who would have no problem filling a stadium, packing out any club and bringing a festival audience to their feet. Go see him!”
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Dino Baptiste & Night Train
2026-03-05 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Dino Baptiste & Night Train
Blues, Boogie Woogie featuring originals and varied Ray Charles etc covers

Dino Baptiste – keyboards/vocals/harmonica
Dominic Stockbridge – guitar/vocals
Cameron Rossi – tenor sax
Harry Whitty – bass/vocals
Dan “Bam Bam” Watt – drums
Now with over 30 years of professional live and studio performances in a musical career spanning the globe, Dino Baptiste is all about fulfilling his love of the blues, boogie-woogie and funk with a self-attained vocal and keyboard talent that shines through in his over 250 performances every year.
Influenced greatly by his iconic inspirations namely, Ray Charles, Little Richard & Jerry Lee Lewis, Dino relies on his skill to perform, entertain and display a unique onstage personality that keeps his audience captured night after night!
Worldwide performances through his years with major artists including Mick Jagger, Lulu, Leo Sayer, Donald Fagen, Kiki Dee and Roger Taylor, this charismatic musician takes his music to another level with an almost “tongue and cheek” jamming element filled with non-stop high energy night after night.
Dino’s band, Night Train share these same and exceptional qualities, but with a unique twist namely being 35 years his junior and yet excelling in their individual performances that in recent months has created the perfect culmination of youth, energy and above all a knowledge of that old style R’nB, BeBop and retro Funk that is unheard of during these modern times.
Directly from London’s Royal Academy, Trinity College & Guildhall the band features, Dominic Stockbridge on guitar (Dana Gillespie), Cameron Rossi on tenor sax (Dana Gillespie), Harry Whitty on bass (Dana Gillespie) and Dan “Bam Bam” Watt on drums (Dana Gillespie).
A night of fun, amazing dynamics and multi-instrumental surprises not to be missed!!!!
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Big Wolf Band
2026-03-19 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Big Wolf Band
Blues Rock Powerhouse

Big Wolf Band, Formed in Birmingham in 2014 by acclaimed guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Jonathan Earp, Big Wolf Band have become one of the UK’s most respected and dynamic blues rock acts. Joined by Mick Jeynes (bass), Tim Jones (drums), Justin Johnson (guitar), and Arran Shangavi (keys), the band deliver explosive live performances full of raw emotion, musical precision, and powerful storytelling.
“Incredible” – Cerys Matthews BBC Radio 2
With multiple UK Blues Award nominations, including Top 5 Best Blues Band in both 2023 and 2024, and a Top 5 Album nod for their latest release Rebel’s Journey in 2025, Big Wolf Band continue to rise as a major force in the genre. Their live shows are known for their dynamic range from hard-edged blues rock anthems to soulful ballads and groove-driven instrumentals earning them a reputation as one of the most exciting live bands on the circuit.
“Anyone who loves rock music… should experience the power of the blues when it is played with the power and passion that we witnessed tonight.” — Emerging Rock Bands
Big Wolf Band have received national and international airplay, including BBC Radio 2, Planet Rock, HRH Radio, and FM stations across Europe, Australia, and the USA. Their albums have topped charts, including three #1 Amazon Blues Albums, and tracks from Rebel’s Journey were added to Joe Bonamassa’s Spotify playlists “Cutting Edge Blues” and “Ultimate Blues Rock.”
They’ve toured extensively across the UK and Europe, supporting artists such as Bernie Marsden, Kirk Fletcher, Elles Bailey, Chantel McGregor, Pat McManus, Ben Poole, and Climax Blues Band, and headlined major venues and festivals.
“Big Wolf Band stand as trailblazers in the evolving landscape of blues and rock.” — Colin Campbell, Blues Matters Magazine
Their third studio album Rebel’s Journey (2024) hit #1 on the IBBA Chart, Amazon Best Sellers, and Hot New Releases, earning rave reviews from Rock and Blues Muse, Jace Media, Fireworks Magazine, and RnR Magazine. The band’s momentum continues into 2025 with a second European tour, new UK venues and festivals, and fresh releases on the horizon.
“Rebel’s Journey is a gem… uplifting, insightful, and emotionally powerful.” — Rock and Blues Muse
Big Wolf Band are proudly endorsed by Blackstar Amps, Vintage Guitars, Roland, Boss, Code Drumheads, Pellwood Drumsticks, and Matrix Amplification.
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Roberto Picazo Band
2026-04-16 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Roberto Picazo Band

Rob Picazo is a Rhythm & Blues singer, songwriter and guitarist. Born in Madrid and based in London, Rob’s love for Blues, Soul and Gospel date back to his teenage years, as regular explorations of his father’s vast record collection and the music of Ray Charles, Sam Cooke and Solomon Burke gave way to an obsession marked by listening, research and adulation. Over time, all these influences inspired Rob to write songs with themes of vulnerability, intensity and heartache.
Rob’s album Soothe My Soul was recorded in Memphis with members of the legendary Hi Rhythm section, and released in late 2023 to acclaim in the UK, US and his native Spain. However Rob has finished writing a new album and is in the process of raising funds to begin recordings.
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Elsie Franklin & The Rockets
2026-04-30 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Elsie Franklin & The Rockets
Blues, Boogie Woogie, Country, Old Time, Rock and Roll

Rockin´ all-female acoustic country-blues. If you like your blues hot & sweet poured over with chilli sauce this will have you jumping to your feet.
Carrying on the tradition of music in the Franklin family started in the 1920s by her great grandfather, Elsie Franklin is a great finger style blues, slide guitar player and singer. Elsie is a rising talent in the country blues community, playing old-time American folk music, incorporating everything from blues to jazz with a shiny resonator guitar.
She is widely regarded as a unique and skilled guitarist as well as a powerful vocalist by many highly acclaimed musicians of the genre such as Steve James, Dave Kelly, and Frank Matheis, who describes her as “outright superb and exciting.“
She offered a mix of bluesy, vintage-sounding originals and covers on sophomore album ‘Miss Rhythm’ (2022). Though if you didn’t see the writing credits on her originals, you could easily be fooled into thinking that they were pulled off scratchy 78s from the ’20s or ’30s!
Elsie Franklin – National Resonator Guitar & Vocals
Franchesca Nnoka Shaw – Double Bass
Roni Reed – Drums & Wasboard
“Memphis Minnie, Jo Ann Kelly, now Elsie Franklin…
Elsie Franklin is the most natural blues singer I´ve heard in years, her guitar playing is pretty damn good too, uncluttered and tasteful, she really understands the genre – she´s the whole package“ Dave Kelly
“Outright superb and exciting”
Frank Matheis
“There’s no doubting that the engaging Elsie Franklin is on an upward trajectory.”
Russ Cottee, Blues in Britain
“I am among a growing number of people who feel her considerable creative energy should be recognized and supported.”
Steve James

Buddy King and The mOOn Dogs
2026-05-14 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Buddy King and The mOOn Dogs
Don’t miss a powerful night of blues rock under the moon

Our old friend Derik Timms will be back in action.
Buddy King & The MoonDogs are bringing a Night of Soulful Blues Rock to The Blues Bar Tring.
Let the raw power of Buddy King’s guitar and vocals, the solid groove of John Gordon on bass, Graham Walker’s driving drums, and the masterful keys of Steve Oakman (standing in for Richard Cottle) sweep you away. Their blend of soulful blues, rock grit, and Americana storytelling creates an unforgettable live experience. We might even coax Jeff Savage up to join in on Blues Harp.
The band members have collaborated with notable artists such as Albert Lee, Mick Jagger, George Harrison, Pop Staples, Albert King, Gary Moore, Wanda Jackson, Kiki Dee, David Bowie, and many more.
Catch the vibe – watch them perform one of the Dogs original songs here ”Everything”

Sam Kelly's Station House
2026-06-04 19:00 - 23:00 | Herts
Sam Kelly’s Station House

Sam Kelly’s Station House is a blues-based “groove” band with a unique sound that is influenced by New Orleans second line, soul, jazz and British funk. They are a vibrant, energetic band who really know how to entertain a crowd…….. “So funky you can almost smell ’em” said one excited festival reveller!
The 4-piece band features:
Sam Kelly (drums)
Richard Sadler (bass)
Tony Qunta (guitar/vocals)
Rowena Poole (lead vocals)
The album No Barricades is crammed with original arrangements and funky blues tracks. This album is a collaboration of work also involving previous band members, Paul Jobson (MD/keys/vocals) and Jerome Marcus (percussion/bvs)
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The Looters plus Legendary Guest Ray Phillips
2026-06-25 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
The Looters plus special guest, National Teens Legend Ray Phillips

The Looters
Jeff Savage – Vocals, Harp, Guitar Percussion
Jim Russell – Drums
Dzal Martin – Gutar, Vocals
Steve Oakman – Keys, Vocals
John Gordon – Bass , Backing Vocals
Legendary Guest – Ray Phillips
Founder Member of the Original Nashville Teens Band
1964 Top Ten Hit in the UK – “Tobacco Road”

Playing Live Music >From The 60’s & 70’s, Blisterin’ Rhythm ‘n’ Blues, Rock n Roll, Soul and Classic Pop
The Looters are a London based 60’s and 70’s covers band averaging over 100 gigs a year. Playing well known songs from the 60’s & 70’s ranging from Buddy Holly, The Stones, Clapton, The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival to Bob Marley, Bill Withers, Otis Redding, James Brown, The Temptations, The Box Tops and The Pirates to name but a few.
What have the following acts got in common ?
Sir Bob Geldof, Alan Price Set, Paul Young, Chrissie Hynde, Meatloaf, The Equals, Vanity Fair, Chris Farlowe, Van Morrison, Whitney Houston to name but a few: They have all played with or still playing with members of The Looters !!!

Jon Amor Trio
2026-07-16 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Jon Amor Trio

The Jon Amor Trio was formed in 2023 to indulge in their mutual love of blues and funk.
Combining energy with spontaneous improvisation, the Jon Amor Trio have drawn comparisons to Cream,
Little Feat and John Mayer.
The trio is fronted by vocalist and guitarist Jon Amor, known for his time with The Hoax, but now well-established as a performer in his own right.
Jon is accompanied on Bass by Jerry Soffe and Tom Gilkes on Drums
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Paul Cox and The Proof
2026-08-06 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Paul Cox and The Proof
“One of Britains finest blues/soul vocalist” – Paul Jones, BBC Radio 2.

Paul Cox has been described as the “heir apparent to Chris Farlowe” and “the Pavarotti of British Blues”. He is quite simply one of the best blues/soul vocalists in the country, right up there with Paul Rodgers, Chris Farlowe and Frankie Miller in his prime. Paul Jones of Radio 2 fame cites him as one of his favourite voices.
Since his first pro gig in 1978, with a rock band from Rugby called Oyster, Paul has cut over 14 albums, opened for Ray Charles and Eric Clapton and shared the stage singing with an impressive list which includes Paul Rodgers, Snowy White, Ruby Turner, Sam Brown and Bonnie Tyler. He’s also fronted several top class bands including Frankie Miller’s Full House, John Slaughters Blues Band, Tim Hinckley’s Heart and Soul as well as his own bands, Soul Intention, The Paul Cox Band, and Fire and Water. Over the years he has picked up vast experience of festivals having played many the world over, including the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival.
Pauls’ early musical memories are of singing like those he’d heard on the radio as a teenager in the 70s and on his influences he says, “It’s probably subconscious, but more readily soul-blues style and passionate voices like Otis Redding, Al Green, Paul Rogers, Joe Cocker and Robert Plant”. In the most recent years Paul has been working primarily with the brilliant young French guitarist Charlie Fabert who has built a glowing reputation and is considered one of the most gifted guitarists of his generation. Together they have toured and released the album ‘That’s What We Were Born For’; judging by their presence across the UK this Euro partnership was certainly a successful one!
In the last few years Paul has produced several standout CD’s along with sold out appearances at RONNIE SCOTTS, THE HIDEAWAY in Streatham, toured extensively in both the UK and Europe. Also in his time he has appeared on PAUL JONES’ RADIO 2 BLUES show on six different occasions as well as a one hour Jazz FM special along with performances on RADIO WEY, BBC RADIO CAMBRIDGE and BBC OXFORD.
Highly respected for his soulful approach to his brand of rocking blues, the consummate professional who produces live performances that never disappoint. Be prepared to be entertained!! Paul Cox guarantees great music, terrific vocals and a steamy mix of original material and traditional blues!
He is supported by a truly magnificent band of great musicians in their own right with Peter Stroud on drums, Mike Summerland on guitar, Nigel Hardy on bass and Diavid “Munch” Moore on keys.

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2026-08-20 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
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An Evening with Ma Bessie
2026-09-03 19:00 - 23:00 | Herts
An Evening with Ma Bessie

Building on her passion for the Empress of the Blues, Julia Titus performs as Ma Bessie, sharing the music of Bessie Smith and her contemporaries with a new generation of listeners. Julia’s rich, warm vocal sound brings classic blues and jazz tunes from the inter-war years to life, alongside original songs and hand-picked covers.
This intimate new show features fresh, unheard material while keeping all the favourites that audiences love. The Ma Bessie repertoire includes classics such as ‘Careless Love’, ‘Send me to the ‘lectric chair’, ‘I forgot to say I love you’ and ‘Someone is knocking my door’.
With sell-out performances across the UK and a growing reputation for authentic sound, “An Evening with Ma Bessie” promises to add style, class and excitement to your evening.
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Adam Sweet Band
2026-09-17 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Adam Sweet Band

Taking his cue from the British blues boom sounds and rock riffs of the 60s and 70s Adam Sweet has been carving out his own territory between classic rock, blues and Americana for over a decade. With his band he delivers brooding blues and rootsy rock, balancing richly detailed song writing, soulful vocals and expertly piercing guitar work.
The Adam Sweet Band features:
Adam Sweet – guitarist and singer-songwriter
Garry Kroll – drums
Paddy Blight – bass
Thomas Hughes – Hammond organ
Since being crowned Introducing Stage winners at The Great British Rock and Blues Festival in 2023 the Adam Sweet Band have been rapidly gaining a reputation as one of the tightest units on the circuit. They have built on their success with triumphant performances at venues and festivals across the UK, including London’s 100 Club, the Brudenell Social Club, Sidmouth & Rye International Jazz & Blues Festivals, the Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival and they have supported the likes of Wishbone Ash, Kris Barras Band and Elles Bailey. In 2025 they were nominated in the category of ‘UK Blues Emerging Act of the Year’ at the UK Blues Awards.
In 2024 they released the album Live At Crescent Records with the accompanying YouTube series clocking up over 80k views in the first few months of its release.
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Chris Corcoran Trio with Elsie Franklin
2026-10-01 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Chris Corcoran Trio with Elsie Franklin

Chris Corcoran is widely regarded as one of the UK’s top blues guitarists, with a distinctive style that blends swing, jump blues and vintage tones with jaw-dropping technique. A regular on the UK blues circuit, Chris has picked up multiple awards and nominations over the years, and if you’ve ever seen him live, you’ll know why. Backed by his superb rhythm section, the trio delivers powerful, all-instrumental sets that are full of groove, energy, and serious class.
In addition, Chris will be joined by Elsie Franklin as a special guest. Elsie is a gifted guitarist and singer with a deep love for early country blues – think fingerstyle, bottleneck slide, and a voice full of heart. She’s been making waves on the blues scene with her authentic, soulful performances that pay tribute to the likes of Memphis Minnie and Sister Rosetta Tharpe, while bringing something entirely her own.
Expect top-drawer musicianship, irresistible rhythms, and a night that’s full of character, soul and proper blues spirit.
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Elsie Franklin

“Elsie Franklin is the most natural blues singer I’ve heard in years, her guitar playing is pretty damn good too, uncluttered and tasteful, she really understands the genre – she’s the whole package” – Dave Kelly

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Gary Fletcher Blues Band
2026-10-15 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
The Gary Fletcher Blues Band
We are very pleased to have them back after such a great evening last year.
The band are:
Gary – acoustic and slide guitars, banjo and ukelele
Tom Leary – (Lindisfarne, Feast of Fiddles, etc) violin
Alan Glen – (Yardbirds, Nine Below Zero etc) harmonica
Andy Billups – (The Hamsters) bass
Nick Ritchie – (Canto, Mud) guitars
Sam Kelly – (Tom Robinson, Circulus) drums
Here Gary plays his own songs on acoustic guitar. They are not a blues band playing blues by aging white Brits, instead you have a collection of strong songs performed with taste, intelligence and dignity with the acoustic rather than the electric guitar to the fore. There’s a nice sense of space and atmosphere throughout.
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Aisha Khan & The Rajahs
2026-11-05 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Aisha Khan & The Rajahs

British singer Aisha Khan is blessed with a voice that echoes both the glamour and grit of a bygone era.
Aisha Khan sings American roots music, jazz, and rhythm & blues of the 1940s/50s. With a nod to the glamour and sophistication of a bygone era and with over 30 years of experience, coupled with an unrivalled passion for the music.
She combines outstanding original material with powerful cover versions and performs them all with class, soul, talent and wit.
Aisha communicates heartbreak, joy and a range of emotions in-between, honouring the tradition of the past divas
Aisha Khan & The Rajahs’ album The Magnificent Twelve on Folc Records is a collection of twelve duets with some of Aisha’s favourite singers and musical heroes.
The publication Eastern Eye says ‘she is known for her evocative vocals, magnetic stage presence and deep reverence for the great female vocalists of the past’.
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The Looters plus special guest
2026-12-17 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
The Looters plus special guest

Jeff Savage – Vox, harp, guitar
Dzal Martin – Vox, guitars
John Gordon – Bass, B Vox
Jim Russell – Drums
Steve Oakman – keyboards
Playing Live Music >From The 60’s & 70’s, Blisterin’ Rhythm ‘n’ Blues, Rock n Roll, Soul and Classic Pop
The Looters are a London based 60’s and 70’s covers band averaging over 100 gigs a year. Playing well known songs from the 60’s & 70’s ranging from Buddy Holly, The Stones, Clapton, The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival to Bob Marley, Bill Withers, Otis Redding, James Brown, The Temptations, The Box Tops and The Pirates to name but a few.
What have the following acts got in common ?
Sir Bob Geldof, Alan Price Set, Paul Young, Chrissie Hynde, Meatloaf, The Equals, Vanity Fair, Chris Farlowe, Van Morrison, Whitney Houston to name but a few: They have all played with or still playing with members of The Looters !!!

Martin Harley - Solo
2027-01-14 19:00 - 23:00 | Blues Bar Tring – (Doors & Bar 7.00pm Band 8.00pm), Tring Park Cricket Club, London Road, Tring, Herts, HP23 6HA, United Kingdom
Martin Harley

Martin Harley created a deep impression on the acoustic blues roots and Americana scene but these days he takes county blues riffs to the electric bottleneck slide guitar, served up with sweet vocal harmonies over the driving rhythms.
If success can be measured by growing global demand to attend Martin’s dynamic live performances then perhaps his touring schedule is proof of that.
Martin has been making music and touring the world for over two decades. His sound has never been more down to earth. Exploring roots, blues and slide guitar in a style The Guardian referred to as ‘Spellbinding’.
He has released eight albums to date, four recorded on home soil and four across the Atlantic in Texas and Nashville.
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