John Doe Trio — Their Farewell Show
LIVE AT THE OAST, GRANARY CLOSE, RAINHAM, KENT ME8 7SG
FRIDAY 30TH OCTOBER 2026
DOORS 7:15PM · MUSIC 8:00PM
Advance Tickets £13.75
£12.50 ticket + £1.25 booking fee · Gigantic, our official ticket agent · £20 on the door if available
John Doe Trio Live at The Oast Rainham Kent — THEIR FAREWELL SHOW
All good things must come to an end — and this is it for John Doe Trio
Formed in Kent in 2013, John Doe Trio built their reputation the old-fashioned way — playing hard, playing honest, and letting the music do the talking.
Fronted by guitarist and vocalist Phil Woollett alongside drummer Paul Townsend, the trio released their debut album Stranger in 2016 and followed it with the acclaimed Railroaded in 2020, both featuring original bassist Craig Ferguson. After Craig’s departure, Phil’s son Ben Woollett stepped in to complete the current lineup — and the band went on to record their third album JD III in 2025.
Described by Blues in Britain Magazine as “a seriously tight-knit power trio of excellent musicians,” they have wowed audiences at blues clubs and festivals the length and breadth of the country with their raw, powerful, deeply authentic sound. Three albums. Countless shows. A dedicated following that grew one unforgettable gig at a time.
Now, after more than a decade on the British blues circuit, they’re drawing the curtain — and we’re honoured to be hosting their final ever show live at The Oast, Rainham, Kent. Their live show is the stuff of legend among those lucky enough to have caught them at blues gigs across the country. Now you have one final chance.
John Doe Trio Live at The Oast Rainham Kent — THEIR Final SHOW
This is your last chance to witness one of Kent’s finest exports do what they do best. Expect a set built for the occasion — full of the blues, soul and unbridled energy that made John Doe Trio a must-see blues act at venues and festivals across Britain. Don’t miss the send-off they deserve at The Oast, Rainham. Tickets are expected to fly out for this !!!
What the Press & Fellow Artists Say
⭐ “A seriously tight-knit power trio of excellent musicians” — Blues in Britain Magazine
⭐ “A hard-riffing, blues-rocking, blockbuster of an album from a powerful band of exceptional musicians” — Blues in Britain Magazine on Railroaded
⭐ “Explosive, exciting and skillful original British Blues performed by three of the finest musicians on the blues scene” — Blues at the Red
⭐ “A testament to the trio’s perseverance and hope, with potential to elevate them to broader recognition in the blues world” — American Blues Scene on JD III
⭐ “A must-listen for any music lover, a true masterpiece from a band that only continues to soar to greater heights” — Music Crowns on JD III
⭐ “A Masterpiece” / “Most Excellent” — British blues broadcasters on Stranger
Check Out The Band's Official Website
Before you join us for the send-off, take a look at John Doe Trio's official website — three albums, more than a decade of shows, and the full story of one of Kent's finest blues exports. Their final album JD III is there too, and there won't be another.
The Oast, Rainham Kent — A Venue With a Story
The Oast is one of Rainham’s most iconic buildings — constructed in the early 1870s by the Wakeley Brothers, it has overlooked Rainham station for over a century. Originally built for drying hops, it was saved from sale in the 1970s and converted into a thriving community centre run entirely by volunteers.
That history gives the place a character that purpose-built venues simply can’t manufacture — exposed brickwork, a sense of occasion, and the kind of intimate atmosphere that puts you right in the room with the music. The venue sits directly adjacent to Rainham Station with parking at the rear — easy to get to, easy to get home from. Please note: The Oast is not the Oast House Theatre — it’s the historic oast building right next to Rainham train station. This event will be held in the intimate 90-capacity room downstairs at The Oast, Rainham, Kent.
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