“Blues is the absolute root of so many styles of music, from Rock to Jazz to Soul to Heavy Metal's roots in England with Black Sabbath. It's like the base of a big tree, branching out in all directions. So many of the great artists of Electric Blues have left us, and I don't want that great music to die with them.”

Lisa Mann: The…

"One of the most important lessons I have learnt is to keep everything simple on and off the stage!"

Kevin Morris: Let The Dr. Feelgood Roll

Formed on Canvey Island in Essex in the early 1970s Dr. Feelgood remains one of the most popular and exciting live rhythm and blues acts in the world. The raw and uncompromising style of their…

“Black American music has such a rich legacy that has been appropriated over and over again without giving many of the originators their due credit and compensation. There has been more effort to enlighten the world to this awful reality, but there is still more work to be done. It continues to generate a devoted following because its authenticity and brilliance cannot be denied.”…

“Blues music has always been tied to social change. It’s a potent method to protest  about major societal issues such as inequality. As blues music continues to change over time – like when Delta Blues moved north during the Great Migration and influenced city styles like Chicago Blues – its purpose stayed the same: to express dissatisfaction and pursue personal and social change. Just…

“We need blues music! We need county music! We need Jazz music! We need Soul music! We can communicate through the above… It’s a sense of the inner being excited of something beyond what we can explain.”

Mark Feltham: Harmonica Gentleman

Mark Feltham is an English professional musician, best known for…

“The Blues helped create, Jazz, Be bop, Soul, RnB & gospel (maybe a disagreement there) ….plus the Blues had a Baby & they named that Baby Rock & Roll. I’m still spreading the news around, through my music today. It’s like I say, it’s not just music but a way of life, a whole history lesson.”

Paul Lamb: All About The…

“Busking happened back in the early days of blues and rock, and it’s still here – and always brings the authenticity and primitivism of the past into the present day. That’s one of the reasons I’m drawn to it.”

Cary Baker: Down On The Corner…

“Music is one of the few things that can connect people instantly. The role of music may vary from one musician to another. For me, it's about making a difference and helping make the world a better place for everyone. Even if we make just one person feel better — and if everyone did that — the world would already be a much better place.”

L.Shankar: The…

“Blues and Rock music has totally influenced my life. Like most people of my vintage, I was listening to the radio everyday absorbing all the music that was being played.”

Martin Ace: The Ace of MAN

Welsh born bass player and vocalist, Martin Ace joined MAN in 1969. Left in 1972 and was a member of…

“Musical chemistry is more important than being the best technical players. Also learn how to sew, always have duct tape, and check the expiration dates on the condiments in the green rooms.”

Billy Walton: New Jersey’s Rockin’ Blues

Billy Walton is an accomplished guitar master from the vibrant New Jersey Shore music scene. He earned his…