The Great British R&B Festival 2025

MAIN VENUES EXCHANGE PROJECT STAGE

20:30 – 21:30: The Paul Benjaman Band Paul Benjaman builds on the classic Tulsa Sound of J.J. Cale and Leon Russell, blending groove-based American music with powerful guitar. A former student of Junior Brown, Paul focuses on groove and original guitar style. As bandleader and sideman, he’s worked with Steve Earle, George Porter Jr., John Densmore, Kris Kristofferson and more. He toured with Grammy- nominated John Fullbright and appeared on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon for the T Bone

Burnett-produced Secret Sisters. Paul’s tours across Europe and the U.S. spread his Tulsa Sound, earning coverage in American Songwriter, Paste Magazine and Rolling Stone.

22:00 – 23:00: The Ashley Sherlock Band Ashley Sherlock, a Manchester-based singer-songwriter, draws inspiration from Jeff Buckley, Marcus King Band, Gary Clark Jr. and Chris Stapleton. Working with producer Kenneth Nixon, Ashley recorded his modern take on deep south blues rock in Nashville. After years as a solo artist performing hundreds of gigs, he formed a blues rock trio. Their sound blends gritty blues, falsetto vocals and a dynamic rhythm section, creating a unique style. The band has earned UK Blues Awards nominations, toured with international artists and gained airplay on popular radio stations, steadily building their reputation in the blues scene.

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