The Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival 2026

MAIN VENUES THE MUNI THEATRE

FRIDAY 28TH AUGUST

23:00 – 00:00 Mike Sanchez & His Band British singer, pianist and

bandleader Mike Sanchez is one of the most respected names in rhythm & blues and rock 'n' roll. Famed for his explosive boogie-woogie piano playing and infectious stage presence, he has enjoyed an international career spanning four decades. After co-founding the acclaimed

Big Town Playboys, Mike went on to perform with Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings and collaborate with artists including Jeff Beck, Imelda May and Albert Lee. Now based in Spain, he continues to tour and record, delighting audiences with a thrilling blend of blues, rock 'n' roll and vintage rhythm & blues.

SATURDAY 29TH AUGUST

13:00 – 14:00 Bison Hip Bison Hip proves that great blues-rock has nothing to do with age and everything to do with honesty. Formed in 2020 by five seasoned musicians, the band draws on a lifetime of experience to create songs full of grit, humour, heartbreak and hope. Their latest album, Everything That Came Before Was Just Leading Up To This, captures a band hitting its stride, following the success of Welcome To The Rest Of Your Life. With driving riffs, memorable hooks and a

refreshingly authentic approach, Bison Hip delivers blues-rock that's rooted in real life and made to be played loud.

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