James Hunter

January Blues Festival 2026 presentsJAMES HUNTER+ support: TBC+ Host/DJ: SNOWBOY
"Unbelievably awesome"Rolling Stone Magazine
James Hunter stated his career in the Howlin’ Wilf and the Vee-Jays group in 1986.
In the early 1990’s, Van Morrison recruited Hunter to sing backup on the road touring and on two albums, A Night in San Francisco and Days Like This. In the years to follow, James Hunter opened shows for Aretha Franklin, Etta James,Willie Nelson, and Tom Petty.
In 2013, James Hunter signed to NYC's Daptone Records and changed the name of the group to The James Hunter Six. The debut Daptone release 'Minute By Minute' (2013) has been followed by'Hold On!' (2016), 'Whatever It Takes' (2018), 'Nick of Time' (2020) and 'With Love' (2022).

For the full line up of January Blues Festival concerts please head to januarybluesfestival.seetickets.com
If you have accessibility requirements and need a seat, or use a wheelchair, please see 229's Access Policy here: https://229.london/access/ 

- +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