The Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival 2026

MAIN VENUES THE MUNI THEATRE

18:30 – 19:30 Backbone Blues Band Backbone Blues Band has earned its reputation the old-fashioned way – by delivering memorable live shows wherever they play. From blues clubs and festivals across the UK to iconic venues in America's Deep South, including the legendary King Biscuit Blues Festival and Ground Zero Blues Club, the band has taken its music to audiences on both sides of the Atlantic. Mixing original songs with carefully chosen blues classics, Backbone combines first-class musicianship with a genuine love of entertaining. Whether playing an intimate club or a festival stage, they know exactly how to get a crowd on their side.

20:15 – 21:15 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.

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