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Aynsley Lister – Waterloo Music Bar, Blackpool: Live Review

By Howard King on 15th September 2024 • ( Leave a comment )

Once more, we witness Aynsley Lister as he makes his annual visit to the North West. This time, we head to the brilliant Waterloo Music Bar in Blackpool.

Joe Bonamassa – Live At The Hollywood Bowl with Orchestra: Album Review

By Howard King on 29th July 2024 • ( Leave a comment )

Recorded in 2023, with a set list of favourites, Joe Bonamassa and his music is given a different direction with the power of a 40 piece orchestra.

John Mayall – A Tribute: Opinion

By Howard King on 27th July 2024 • ( 1 Comment )

At The Barrier pay tribute to one of the icons of British blues, the unique John Mayall, who inspired many a blues fan and musician.

Chris Cain – Good Intentions Gone Bad: Album Review

By Howard King on 22nd July 2024 • ( Leave a comment )

A ‘must listen’ for anyone ruing the loss of our early Blues guitar heroes as Chris Cain picks up the mantle.

Brave Rival – Fight Or Flight: New Album News

By At The Barrier on 14th March 2024 • ( Leave a comment )

News of the forthcoming new album from Blues rockers, Brave Rival.

Kaspar ‘Berry’ Rapkin – The Notion: Video Premiere

By At The Barrier on 29th February 2024 • ( 1 Comment )

We join Cerys Matthews in a premiere of The Notion – here’s the video from the new single from Kaspar Rapkin.

UK Blues Festival – Blackpool Winter Gardens: Live Review

By Damian Liptrot on 26th February 2024 • ( 4 Comments )

We have a comprehensive view of the UK Blues Festival in Blackpool, where several ATB favourites shine – as does a certain R.Plant.

Rob Clarke – Blues Beats And Brel: Album Review

By John Barlass on 23rd February 2024 • ( Leave a comment )

4th solo album from Wooltone Rob Clarke – an engaging soufflé of raw delta blues, Gallican pop and wry Scouse observation

Five Points Gang – The Spirit Of Rock & Roll: Album Review

By Howard King on 19th January 2024 • ( Leave a comment )

Five Points Gang stun an enthusiastic audience on this well-produced album which oozes a live atmosphere.

Pentangle – Reunions: Live & BBC Sessions 1982-2011: Album Review

By Gareth Allen on 18th January 2024 • ( Leave a comment )

Pentangle re-defined the musical possibilities of folk and jazz music, and on this new box set their live and session reunion work is justly celebrated.