ERJA LYYTINEN LIVE AT THE OLD BREWERY STORE, FAVERSHAM – 2026
October 16 @ 19:30 – 22:30
ERJA LYYTINEN LIVE AT THE OLD BREWERY STORE, FAVERSHAM
ERJA LYYTINEN – THE QUEEN OF SLIDE
Rockin’ Roots Events is thrilled to bring international blues-rock powerhouse Erja Lyytinen to the stage! Renowned for her world-class slide guitar work and electrifying live shows, this is a must-see for guitar fans.
Joining the bill as our very special guest is the incredible Ross Harding.
ERJA LYYTINEN CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY
ROCK & BLUES BIRTHDAY UK TOUR IN OCTOBER 2026
Lyytinen will celebrate her 50th Birthday by embarking on a special tour around the UK and Europe with a special celebratory setlist that will feature gems from Lyytinen’s vast repertoire since 2002. The guitar phenom will also perform songs from the latest studio album, Smell the Roses, along with some unexpected song choices.
“I did my first tour in the UK with Blues Caravan back in 2006, so it´s been exactly twenty years now doing gigs on this music lover’s island,” reminisces Lyytinen. “I remember how exciting it was for a young girl to finally do my first UK tour back then. What I loved the most, was the fact that as native English spoken people, the audiences understood and related to my lyrics. The witty humor and friendly British people simply stole my heart.”
“This year I’m celebrating the big number of turning 50, but I still feel as that 15-year-old girl who fell in love to play electric guitar by listening to guitarists like Tony Iommi and Richie Blackmore and wanting to travel around the world to play for audiences. This year we have updated our set list with some old gems and surprise numbers, so it´s going to be a lot of fun to come to the UK for a birthday tour!”
Known for her stellar and energetic live performances, Erja has shared the stage with legends like Carlos Santana, Sonny Landreth, and Jennifer Batten. Her latest studio album, Smell the Roses (2025), hit #6 on the UK IBBA charts, delivering a riff-heavy experience packed with mesmerizing slide work and epic solos that honor the hard rock sounds of the ’60s and ’70s.
Accolades & Recognition
- #2 on Total Guitar Magazine’s “10 Best Guitarists Now” poll.
- Winner: “Best Guitarist” – 2017 European Blues Awards.
- Nominee: “BB King International Artist of the Year” – Maple Blues Awards 2022.
Critical Acclaim
“Erja Lyytinen’s one of the best guitarists on the scene at the moment – forget male or female, forget rock or Blues – just one of the best.” — Music News
“Smell The Roses is her heaviest, most riff-laden album to date.” — Guitarist Magazine
“A consummate master of the craft… this album is an absolute must.” — Happy Metal Geek
Event Details
- Date: 16th October 2026
- Venue: The Old Brewery Store, Faversham
- Presented by: Rockin’ Roots Events
Don’t miss your chance to see a true master of the slide guitar in the heart of Faversham. Secure your tickets now!
16TH OCTOBER 2026
DOORS 7PM
THE OLD BREWERY STORE
FAVERSHAM