Band of Friends

JANUARY BLUES FESTIVAL 2027 presents
BAND OF FRIENDS feat. Gerry McAvoy celebrate the music of Rory Gallagher
+ special guests: BLUES 'N' TROUBLE
DJ SNOWBOY
The January Blues Festival celebrates it's 10th anniversary year with the welcome return of Band of Friends with original Rory Gallagher bassist Gerry McAvoy and friends performing the music of Rory Gallagher along with special guest support Blues 'n' Trouble.
Irish Blues-Rock guitarist, songwriter Rory Gallagher started out in R&B power trio Taste in 1966. Taste supported Cream and Blind Faith before splitting in 1970 after their appearance at the Isle of Wight Festival. Rory Gallagher starting touring under his own name alongside bassist Gerry McAvoy to huge success before Rory's untimely passing in 1995.
Inspired by Canned Heat and the Paul Butterfield Blues Band and named after the 60's Doctor Ross blues tune, BLUES 'N' TROUBLE were formed in the early 1980s by Tim Elliott (harmonica/vocals) and John Bruce (guitar). After the their acclaimed debut LP 'First Trouble' (1985), BLUES 'N' TROUBLE went on to become one of the hardest working blues bands on the scene. They shared stages with B.B. King, Robert Cray, Junior Wells, Buddy Guy, Pinetop Perkins, Charlie Musselwhite and recorded with Lazy Lester.
Host and DJ for the January Blues Festival is Snowboy playing original blues 45's and more.

 This event is for over 18s only - No refunds will be issued for under 18s 

- +44 20 7629 4110
- General enquiries: available during business hours

- Located at venue entrance
- Valid photo ID required
- Tickets can be collected 30-45 minutes before event start
- Original booking confirmation recommended

- Limited street parking available
- Nearby public parking garages recommended
- Closest tube stations: Great Portland Street (Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City, Circle lines)
- Suggested use of public transportation

- Ground floor level accessible
- Wheelchair spaces available
- Advance notification recommended for specific accommodations
- Companion tickets can be arranged

- No outside food or drinks
- Valid ID required (18+ for most events)
- No recording during performances
- Coat check available
- Smoking not permitted inside venue

- Age restrictions vary by event
- Most shows are 18+
- Some all-ages events may be scheduled
- Parental guidance recommended
- Children under 14 typically not admitted without adult supervision