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Dom Martin is a Belfast born multi award winning artist who burst onto the music scene in 2019

with a unique guitar style and voice, captivating audiences everywhere.

BBC Radio 2 presenter Cerys Matthews - “Absolutely wonderful stuff” Classic Rock Magazine - "The Belfast guitarist is a sprawling talent" Walter Trout - "Dom Martin is amazing! A unique, genuine, vital artist"

makingascene.org - "The likes of Dom’s talent only comes around once in a lifetime"

Blues in Britain Magazine - "Now and again you stumble across a rare talent of such sheer genius that you actually wonder whether what you have witnessed can possibly be for real. Dom Martin is one such talent"

Music-News.Com - "Dom Martin is an absolutely fabulous performer"

Rock & Blues Muse - "It’s obvious that Dom Martin is the next rising star in the global roots scene. Jump aboard now before he passes you by"

AWARDS

Instrumentalist of The Year - 2023 UK Blues Awards

Instrumentalist of The Year - 2022 UK Blues Awards

(Inducted into the UK Blues Hall of Fame for his third successive Acoustic Award) Acoustic Act of The Year - 2022 UK Blues Awards

Acoustic Act of The Year - 2021 UK Blues Awards Acoustic Act of The Year - 2020 UK Blues Awards Best Solo/Acoustic Act - European Blues Awards 2019

Dom is fairly unique in that he is an extremely talented multi award winning performer both as a solo acoustic act (Dom Martin) and as a power rock trio (Dom Martin & Band). His ability to perform both shows at large festivals is attractive to festival organisers looking for quality shows for different stages.

This unassuming musician is another fine product of the Belfast music factory responsible for Sir Van Morrison, Gary Moore, Paul Brady, Brian Kennedy, Foy Vance and many more.


Mississippi MacDonald sounds like he should be on Stax or Hi. He has a strongly southern soul inflected vocal delivery, musical accompaniment that sounds just like Albert King turning up on the Malaco label, a tight, controlled band that is right on the top of its form, and songs that come straight out of the classic southern soul-blues songbook. He is a 3x British Blues Award nominee with a multi-album back catalogue. In 2021, he signed to APM Records, releasing his album "Do Right, Say Right" in November. In a short time, the record has reached number 1 on the IBBA British Blues Charts, and the top 10 of the Roots Music Report Blues / Contemporary Blues charts.  RocknloadMag.com said this :"The album is a joy to behold and to anyone who has even tried tackling the guitar you’ll know there is playing the blues and then there is “playing the blues” and Mississippi does the latter. We are very lucky in the UK to have such a rich pool of players of serious quality that we can call our own and Mississippi is another one to add to that list" 


It has been a standout year for Laura Evans who is an artist standing out amongst the crowd with her effortless blend of Blues, Rock & Soul, her latest album releases have now amassed over 2 million streams on Spotify, she has graced the cover of the 'Nu Blue' playlist sitting alongside artists such as Larkin Poe & Beth Hart. Laura's standout year has solidified her as an artist to watch. Her recent tours across the UK and Europe have garnered rave reviews, with Classic Rock Magazine comparing her sound to ‘Stevie Nicks jamming with Blackberry Smoke, embracing notes of Americana, pop, and bluesy rock and roll’ 

Laura’s live performances are a testament to her talent and authenticity, often described as the ‘real deal.’ Her latest single, ‘What I’m Made Of,’ is already making waves and is the title track from her upcoming EP, set for release this August. Fans can also look forward to her second studio album, slated for early next year. Laura heads out on tour with Blues Rock Legend Walter Trout this October, before her own headline European tour November 2024. With continued support from Cerys Matthews at BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio Wales, Laura Evans is an artist you won’t want to miss. 
 

‘Laura Evans is a real firecracker, can’t wait to hear more from her this year’ Cerys Matthews, BBC Radio 2


From the vibrant South Coast of the UK to stages across the nation, join Thomas as he crafts the next chapter in UK blues. With a style encapsulating the heart of Blues, the energy of Rock & Roll, and the sophistication of Jazz, Thomas can command a solo stage or drive the rhythm in his dynamic three-piece ensemble.

His musical journey has seen him share the limelight with established acts such as Chicken Shack, Catfish, Connor Selby, Brave Rival and The Cinelli Brothers. In 2022, he graced stages alongside household names like Anton du Beke of Strictly Come Dancing fame. He’s also left his mark at illustrious venues and events such as The Tuesday Night Club Ronnie Scotts, Lincoln Jazz Cafe, Broadstairs Blues Bash, Swanage Blues Festival, and Weyfest.

Both his Album ’Thomas Heppell' and EP, 'Be My Home', not only received airwaves love from, BBC, Planet Rock, Jazz FM and Blues Radio UK but also secured him nominations at the UK Blues Awards 2023 and 2024. With nods for Best Young, Emerging, and Acoustic Blues Artist, it's evident Thomas is a force to be reckoned with in British Blues. His was named one of the top 5 emerging artist to come out of the UK in 2024.


Jack J Hutchinson is a London based guitarist and singer songwriter. Described by Classic Rock Magazine as “Southern-smoked blues-rock with hooks, choruses, the lot”, his most recent album ‘Who Feeds The Wolf?‘ reached #1 in the Amazon Blues Chart and the iTunes Blues Chart Top 5. To date, he has released two solo albums, including the critically acclaimed ‘Paint No Fiction‘.

Hutchinson has toured internationally, including headlining tours of Brazil, Spain, Russia, France and Germany. He has also played various high profile festivals across the world, sharing stages with acts such as ZZ Top, Bad Company, Rival Sons and Blackberry Smoke.

In 2020 he featured on the Earache Records album ‘New Wave Of Rock N Roll’, which hit the Official UK Vinyl Chart Top 10. In 2022 he returns with a hard hitting, guitar driven new album, ‘The Hammer Falls’.

What the press have been saying…

Tough, immediate and rockin’. Hutchinson was born to sing soul and blues.” (Classic Rock Magazine)

Growling vocals combine with raunch ‘n’ roll acoustic and electric guitars. It’s a heck of a debut and definitely a name to watch out for.” (Guitarist Magazine)

One of the strongest debuts from a British artist this year.” (Planet Rock) 


Dani Wilde is a force of nature in the international blues scene. Since her debut in 2008, the
British singer-songwriter and guitarist has cemented her reputation as a world class performer,
blending soulful vocals with a masterful command of both acoustic roots and high-energy electric
blues.

"Dani Wilde is a modern day British Blues Phenomenon... Live at Brighton Road is a treat for the
eyes and ears... the overall effect is breathtaking." — Blues Blast Magazine, USA

With six successful studio albums under her belt on Ruf Records and VizzTone Label Group, Wilde has
an accomplished career. Her vocal prowess was officially recognised in 2015 when she was crowned
"Best Vocalist" at the British Blues Awards. Her discography is steeped in authenticity, including
a prestigious collaboration with "Blues Royalty" producer Mike Vernon.

From the hallowed stage of The Royal Albert Hall opening for Jools Holland to the intimate,
legendary sessions at BBC Radio 2 Maida Vale Studios, Wilde has proven she belongs among the
greats. She has traversed the globe, touring Europe, America, Canada, and Africa sharing stages
with peers like Samantha Fish and Sue Foley. She has shared festival bills with the greats from
Tedeschi-Trucks to Koko Taylor and performed alongside Bobby Blue Bland and Bobby Womack on the
"Legendary Rhythm and Blues Cruise ".

After a brief hiatus to focus on her young family, Wilde returned to the international spotlight in
2025 with a whirlwind tour across London and Europe. Now, 2026 marks a new ambitious chapter:

• The VizzTone Sessions: A 19-track anthology arriving in early 2026. The release features her
celebrated rendition of Memphis Minnie’s "Bumblebee," which has already amassed over 5 million
streams on Spotify.
• "Women in Blues" (New Album): Currently in production with co-producer Gregory Coulson, this
record is a heartfelt celebration of the genre’s pioneers, featuring reimagined 1920s/30s classics
and collaborations with international female blues musicians.


Wilde’s live performances are a dynamic journey through the blues, transitioning seamlessly from
delicate acoustic storytelling to blistering guitar solos and foot-stomping boogie-woogie piano
performed by pianist Matthew Gest (Dana Gillespie, Shemekia Copeland).Whether she is honouring the
legends of the past or carving out the future of the genre, Dani Wilde remains one
of the most compelling voices in the blues today.

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