The Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival 2026

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19:30 – 20:30 The Pat Fulgoni Blues Experience Pat Fulgoni Blues

Experience has quickly become one of the UK's most exciting contemporary

blues acts, blending soulful vocals with rock, funk and irresistible grooves. Fronted by acclaimed vocalist Pat Fulgoni, the outstanding five-piece has built a reputation for powerful live performances on festival stages and in clubs across the UK and Europe. Their self-titled album received widespread acclaim, reaching No. 3 in the IBBA Most Played Blues Albums chart and earning UK Blues Awards nominations in 2025 and 2026. With a voice that's drawn comparisons to Paul Rodgers, Fulgoni and his band deliver modern blues that's passionate, polished and packed with energy.

21:00 – 22:00 Susan Santos Madrid-based guitarist, singer-songwriter and left-handed blues powerhouse Susan Santos has earned an international reputation for her distinctive blend of blues, rock and Americana. A self-taught musician, she's performed across Europe, Mexico and the USA, sharing the stage with ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons and winning Best Musician Performance at the 2018 European Blues Awards. Her acclaimed catalogue of albums showcases her soulful songwriting, expressive guitar work and commanding stage presence. With a style that's both fiery and melodic, Susan Santos continues to push contemporary blues in exciting new directions, delivering performances that are as captivating as they are memorable.

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