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SUMMARY:AYNSLEY LISTER LIVE IN FAVERSHAM
DESCRIPTION:PURCHASE TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Band\n\n\n\nRockin’ Roots Events Presents: Aynsley Lister Band \n\n\n\nAward-winning British Blues-Rock Powerhouse Live in Faversham \n\n\n\nAn explosive night of world-class blues-rock as Rockin’ Roots Events brings the Aynsley Lister Band to The Old Brewery Store on Thursday\, 11th June 2026. \n\n\n\nRegarded as one of the UK’s hottest contemporary guitarists\, Aynsley Lister has spent over two decades at the top of the blues scene. Known for his high-energy playing and soulful songwriting\, his music bridges the gap between traditional blues and modern rock\, drawing comparisons to heavyweights like Gary Clark Jr. and Joe Bonamassa. With over 100\,000 albums sold and a reputation for mesmerizing live performances\, this is a show that guitar fans simply cannot miss. \n\n\n\nExpect a setlist packed with anthemic tracks from his acclaimed studio albums and fresh cuts that showcase why he remains a leading light in British blues. \n\n\n\nThe Venue The Old Brewery Store in Faversham provides the perfect atmospheric backdrop for this event. With its unique brewery heritage and excellent acoustics\, it offers an intimate yet powerful concert experience. \n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\nDoors: 7:00 PM   \n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, 11th June 2026 \n\n\n\nVenue: The Old Brewery Store\, Shepherd Neame\, Faversham \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://youtu.be/OcMeWcqfyOs?si=unrRnWz2BGB-dU7b\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://youtu.be/AcJ41AzVwTg?si=PHsme6tu1U8LUr1M\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://youtu.be/STIf3hWz5yk?si=fWKnEcaIAJrnPpWY\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6TH JUNE 2026 \n\n\n\nDOORS 7PM \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nTHE OLD BREWERY STORE \n\n\n\nFAVERSHAM \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/7hueZY91Csxv57p4KnPVcU?si=L9pJzEI3Q6eSvXJLVaq2Yw\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	\n		\n\n			\n			\n\n							\n					\n						Upcoming Events					\n				\n			\n			\n				\n											\n\n	\n	\n		\n			Jun		\n		\n			24		\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n\n				\n					\n		\n		19:00 – 22:30	\n	\n					\n	\n		ALASTAIR GREENE LIVE AT THE OLD BREWERY STORE\, FAVERSHAM	\n\n				\n\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n											\n\n	\n	\n		\n			Sep		\n		\n			17		\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n\n				\n					\n		\n		19:00 – 22:30	\n	\n					\n	\n		ALLY VENABLE LIVE AT THE OLD BREWERY STORE\, FAVERSHAM	\n\n				\n\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n											\n\n	\n	\n		\n			Sep		\n		\n			25		\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n\n				\n					\n		\n		19:15 – 22:15	\n	\n					\n	\n		THE ALEX HAMILTON BAND LIVE AT THE OAST\, RAINHAM\, KENT	\n\n				\n\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n											\n\n	\n	\n		\n			Oct		\n		\n			3		\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n\n				\n					\n		\n		19:00 – 22:30	\n	\n					\n	\n		CLASSIC ROCK REVIVAL LIVE IN FAVERSHAM	\n\n				\n\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n											\n\n	\n	\n		\n			Oct		\n		\n			10		\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n\n				\n					\n		\n		19:00 – 22:15	\n	\n					\n	\n		Chad Strentz & The Chadillacs | The Oast\, Rainham	\n\n				\n\n				\n			\n		\n	\n\n\n									\n\n				\n	\n		View Calendar
URL:https://rockinrootsevents.co.uk/event/aynsley-lister-live-in-faversham/
LOCATION:THE OLD BREWERY STORE\, MILL PLACE\, FAVERSHAM\, KENT\, ME13 7DY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BLUES,BLUES ROCK,KENT,KENT LIVE MUSIC,LIVE MUSIC,THE OLD BREWERY STORE
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SUMMARY:JIMMY CARPENTER LIVE AT THE OLD BREWERY STORE FAVERSHAM
DESCRIPTION:JIMMY CARPENTER LIVE AT THE OLD BREWERY STORE! 🎷\n\n\n\nFaversham\, get ready for a masterclass in soul-drenched blues as Rockin’ Roots Events welcomes the “Saxophone Maestro” himself\, Jimmy Carpenter\, to the heart of Kent. On Wednesday\, 3rd June 2026\, we are bringing the sound of the Las Vegas strip and the soul of New Orleans to The Old Brewery Store. A Grammy winner and multi-Blues Music Award recipient\, Jimmy is currently “hitting on all cylinders” following his chart-topping release Just Got Started. \n\n\n\nA RARE OPPORTUNITY: Jimmy Carpenter is one of the busiest men in the blues world\, from the Las Vegas strip to the Big Blues Bender. It is rare to catch him in such an intimate UK venue. Tickets are strictly limited to ensure a high-quality experience for all guests—advance booking is highly recommended. \n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATE\n\n\n\nWEDNESDAY 3RD JUNE 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDOORS\n\n\n\n7.00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVENUE\n\n\n\nTHE OLD BREWERY STOREB \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKETS\n\n\n\nFROM £20 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA GRAMMY-WINNING BLUES PHENOMENON! 🎷\n\n\n\nWith over 40 years on the road\, Jimmy Carpenter has toured the globe with legends like Tinsley Ellis and Mike Zito\, and currently serves as the Musical Director for the world-famous Big Blues Bender. Expect a high-energy set featuring: \n\n\n\n\nSoulful Vocals & Masterful Saxophone Soloing \n\n\n\n Hits from the Billboard-charting album Just Got Started\n\n\n\nA “Funky-Cool” blend of Blues\, R&B\, and Vintage Soul \n\n\n\niThe impeccable musicianship of a true Industry Titan\n\n\n\n\nSet within the historic walls of Britain’s oldest brewery\, this show combines world-class musicianship with an intimate\, electric atmosphere. To ensure your complete enjoyment\, additional seating will be provided for this event\, allowing you to experience the “Soul Doctor” in total comfort. \n\n\n\n“Jimmy Carpenter perfectly captures that funky-cool\, New Orleans-infused soul that keeps audiences coming back for more.” — The Big Blues Bender\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Date: Wednesday\, 3rd June 2026\n\n\n\n🕖 Doors: 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n📍 Venue: The Old Brewery Store\, Shepherd Neame\, Faversham\n\n\n\n🎫 Tickets: £20 Advance Price\n\n\n\n\n\n🎫 SECURE YOUR TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Jimmy Carpenter\n\n\n\nJimmy’s career is hitting on all cylinders! His most recent release\, Just Got Started\, on Gulf Coast Records\, opened to rave reviews\, debuting at #3 on Apple Blues\, and #10 on the Billboard Blues Chart. His 6th album in a series of critically-acclaimed releases\, Just Got Started was produced by the multiple award-winning producer Kid Anderson\, and recorded at famed Greaseland Studio in San Jose\, CA. It is his third release on Gulf Coast\, following The Louisiana Record (1922) and Soul Doctor (2019). In 2025 Jimmy received his 10th Blues Music Award nomination for Best Instrumentalist/Horn (he won in 2021 and 2022.) Jimmy tours internationally with his own band\, and as a member of Bill Murray & His Blood Brothers\, and is the Musical Director of The Big Blues Bender\, one of the hottest blues festivals in the world. He is also a Grammy winner\, having co-written a tune on The New Orleans Nightcrawlers’ winning album\, Atmosphere. A professional musician since 1980\, He has toured the world with Tinsley Ellis\, Jimmy Thackery\, Walter Wolfman Washington\, Eric Lindell\, and Mike Zito. When he isn’t on the road\, he can be found in Las Vegas\, playing the long-running blues bar The Sand Dollar\, and serving as President of the Las Vegas Blues Society.
URL:https://rockinrootsevents.co.uk/event/jimmy-carpenter-live-at-the-old-brewery-store-faversham/
LOCATION:THE OLD BREWERY STORE\, MILL PLACE\, FAVERSHAM\, KENT\, ME13 7DY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BLUES,FAVERSHAM,KENT,THE OLD BREWERY STORE
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SUMMARY:STRAY LIVE AT THE OLD BREWERY STORE
DESCRIPTION:PURCHASE TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nSTRAY LIVE AT THE OLD BREWERY STORE\n\n\n\nClassic rock powerhouse from the golden age of British rock \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nSTRAY return with their new live album ‘One For The Road’\, following their most recent studio album “About Time”\, which has been hailed as their greatest work to date. \n\n\n\nFormed in West London in 1966\, STRAY released their self-titled debut album in 1970 and have been delivering powerhouse British hard rock ever since. The band’s scintillating twin guitar format features original member Del Bromham alongside Pete Dyer\, while powerhouse drummer Karl Randall has occupied the position longer than any other. The addition of Pearl Handled Revolver’s Simon Rinaldo on keys and Colin Kempster on bass drives the melodic anthemic songs that have made them legends. \n\n\n\nTheir track “All in Your Mind” was covered by multi-million selling Iron Maiden\, with whom Stray have toured Europe. Tours with Rush and Kiss earned them a truly international reputation that endures to this day. \n\n\n\nTheir career retrospective on 6 CDs with Esoteric Records was voted into the top 25 Best Album re-releases of 2021\, with another compilation of their singles released worldwide later that year. Del Bromham’s autobiography ‘Rock and Roll Survivor’ (Wymer Publishing) has received great critical acclaim. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this rare opportunity to witness British rock royalty live at The Old Brewery Store on Saturday 30th May 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n30TH MAY 2026 \n\n\n\nDOORS 7PM \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nTHE OLD BREWERY STORE \n\n\n\nFAVERSHAM \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/4rOINXROgN1sxSCQWHky1k?si=_-tJQcu5RZauj9RGHb7idA\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://rockinrootsevents.co.uk/event/stray-live-at-the-old-brewery-store/
LOCATION:THE OLD BREWERY STORE\, MILL PLACE\, FAVERSHAM\, KENT\, ME13 7DY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BLUES ROCK,FAVERSHAM,KENT,LIVE MUSIC,ROCK
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SUMMARY:THE TENTERDEN RHYTHM & BLUES REVUE 2026!
DESCRIPTION:Cinema Stereo | Live at The Old Brewery Store\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMEMPHIS SOUL\, CHICAGO BOOGIE\, BLUES & BIG BAND SWING 🎸\n\n\n\nLooking for a high quality Kent Live Music event? Following our recent series of successful regional showcases\, Rockin’ Roots Events returns to the Old Dairy Taproom on Sunday\, 24th May. We have curated an exclusive “Revue” style lineup featuring four titans of the UK and International scene—bringing the soul of Memphis\, along with Chicago-style boogie\, and the swing of the 1950s to the heart of Tenterden. \n\n\n\nSECURE YOUR SPOT: We are incredibly proud of the reputation these showcases have built for bringing world-class talent to Kent. Given the caliber of this lineup and the intimate atmosphere of the Taproom\, we recommend booking early. \n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATE\n\n\n\nSUNDAY 24TH MAY 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDOORS\n\n\n\n3PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVENUE\n\n\n\nOLD DAIRY TAPROOM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKETS\n\n\n\nFROM £23 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMEET THE ARTISTS\n\n\n\nFollowing the tradition of the great collaborative sessions of the 50s and 60s\, we have assembled a one-off powerhouse lineup. This isn’t just a concert; it’s a gathering of the finest pedigree in British and International Blues. \n\n\n\n\nOLI MISSISSIPPI MACDONALD BAND:  Mississippi MacDonald is a 3x UK Blues Award winner and a soul-blues stylist of the highest order. A member of the prestigious Take Me To The River All Stars\, he has recorded in Memphis with the legendary Hi Rhythm Section and earned praise from the likes of Carla Thomas. Wholly authentic and “bone-deep” in his delivery\, Oli bridges the gap between the Mississippi Delta and the UK scene with masterful guitar work and powerhouse vocals. 🔗 mississippimacdonald.com\n\n\n\nCHRIS CORCORAN BIG BAND:  Widely considered the UK’s finest blues and jump-swing guitarist\, Chris Corcoran is a multi-time UK Blues Award nominee and winner of “Best Instrumental Album” at the Blues Junction Production Awards. Performing with his Big Band\, Chris delivers a high-octane\, brass-heavy set that blends 1950s rhythm and blues with impeccable musicianship. It’s sophisticated\, it’s big\, and it’s guaranteed to get the room moving. 🔗 chriscorcoranmusic.com\n\n\n\nRARA:  RaRa is a vocal powerhouse whose sound is drenched in rich Southern Soul. Drawing inspiration from 1960s divas like Aretha Franklin and Ronnie Spector\, she has recorded at the world-famous Royal Studios in Memphis with Grammy-winning producer Boo Mitchell. Her “Made In Memphis” sound incorporates gospel influences and raw energy\, creating an atmospheric experience that transports audiences straight to the heart of Tennessee. 🔗 raraofficial.com\n\n\n\nMAX HIGHTOWER: Joining us from across the pond\, USA-based Max Hightower is a master of the “Chicago Style” blues harmonica and a virtuoso on the piano. Having shared the stage and studio with blues royalty like Pinetop Perkins and Bob Margolin\, Max brings an authentic\, gritty energy to every performance. Whether he’s wailing on the harp or driving the boogie on the keys\, his presence adds a true international pedigree to the Revue. 🔗 maxhightower.com\n\n\n\n\nTHE LINEUP & TIMINGS\n\n\n\nExperience a full day of world-class music. (Timings are approximate) \n\n\n\n\n15:00 – Doors Open\n\n\n\n15:45 – 16:45 – Max Hightower\n\n\n\n17:05 – 17:35 – RARA (featuring Oli Mississippi MacDonald)\n\n\n\n18:05 – 19:05 – Chris Corcoran Big Band\n\n\n\n19:35 – 21:05 – Oli Mississippi MacDonald Band\n\n\n\n21:30 – Curfew\n\n\n\n\nExpect the unexpected—with this much talent in one room !!!! \n\n\n\nTHE VENUE : A HUB FOR KENT LIVE MUSIC\n\n\n\nSet at The Old Dairy Taproom\, enjoy a high-energy atmosphere paired with the finest local craft ales. \n\n\n\nA POWERHOUSE RHYTHM & BLUES SHOWCASE NOT TO MISS!\n\n\n\nFor more Kent live music events\, be sure to check out the full Rockin’ Roots Events https://rockinrootsevents.co.uk/events/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Date: Sunday 24th May 2026\n\n\n\n🕖 Doors: 3:00 PM\n\n\n\n📍 Venue:  The Old Dairy taproom\, Tenterden\, Kent \n\n\n\n🎫 Tickets: £23 Advance\n\n\n\nDoors £30 if available\n\n\n\n\n\n🎫 SECURE YOUR TICKETS
URL:https://rockinrootsevents.co.uk/event/the-tenterden-rhythm-blues-revue/
LOCATION:THE OLD DAIRY TAPROOM\, Unit 2 Station Rd\,\, Tenterden\, Kent\, TN306HE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BLUES,KENT,KENT LIVE MUSIC,OLD DAIRY TAPROOM
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SUMMARY:TAJ FARRANT LIVE AT THE OAST
DESCRIPTION:TAJ FARRANT\n\n\n\nThe Prodigy Arrives Prepare to witness one of the most extraordinary guitar talents on the planet. Taj Farrant brings his explosive blues-rock show to The Oast\, Rainham for one unmissable night. Hailed as a “once-in-a-generation talent\,” Taj fuses fiery rock intensity with deep blues soul in a way that is technically breathtaking and emotionally raw. \n\n\n\nGlobal Reach\, Local Stage Having shared stages with legends like Carlos Santana\, ZZ Top\, and Buddy Guy\, this internationally acclaimed Australian guitarist is now bringing his world-tour energy to your doorstep. With millions of viral views and headline tours across North America and Europe\, Taj has evolved from a child prodigy into a contemporary blues-rock powerhouse. \n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATE\n\n\n\nSATURDAY 9 MAY 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDOORS\n\n\n\n7PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVENUE\n\n\n\nTHE OAST RAINHAM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKETS\n\n\n\nFROM £22 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://youtu.be/vOtrsai46go?si=TH0aYRF3vg7Zqo78\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://youtu.be/haBUj8ociV4?si=iG9KdYJGoieMRfOY\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/33yogRYdM0M5dc9VxfoqaJ?si=cHm2c1_NTlCKXlPFWxJBAQ\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“A once-in-a-generation talent.”“An old soul with blistering modern fire.” \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Virtuoso: Taj Farrant\n\n\n\nTaj Farrant is an internationally acclaimed Australian guitarist and recording artist recognized for his explosive blues-rock style\, technical mastery\, and commanding stage presence. Emerging as a child prodigy\, Taj has evolved into one of the most exciting young guitarists of his generation\, blending fiery rock intensity with deep blues soul. With global tours\, major festival appearances\, and collaborations with legendary artists\, Taj Farrant continues to redefine modern blues-rock guitar. \n\n\n\n🔥 Career Highlights\n\n\n\n\nGLOBAL REACH: International headlining tours across North America\, Europe\, and Australia.\n\n\n\nFESTIVAL STAGE: Featured at major blues and rock festivals worldwide.\n\n\n\nDIGITAL IMPACT: Viral performances with millions of global views.\n\n\n\nCRITICAL ACCLAIM : Recognized as one of the most promising young guitarists in contemporary blues-rock.\n\n\n\n\n🎶 Notable Performances & Collaborations\n\n\n\n\nLEGENDS: Carlos Santana\, ZZ Top\, Buddy Guy\, and Rob Thomas.\n\n\n\nCONTEMPORARY TITANS: Kingfish\, Samantha Fish\, Eric Gales\, and Orianthi.\n\n\n\nHONOURS: Prince Anniversary Celebration and tributes to Gary Moore & Stevie Ray Vaughan.\n\n\n\n\n🎸 Signature Gear & Endorsements\n\n\n\nThe Kiesel Signature Model: Taj Farrant collaborates with Kiesel Guitars on his custom signature model. Designed for precision\, sustain\, and tonal versatility\, this instrument is the engine behind Taj’s dynamic range—from searing leads to soulful blues phrasing. \n\n\n\nSecure your tickets now and witness the future of the blues.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Date: Saturday 9th May 2026\n\n\n\n🕖 Doors: 7 PM\n\n\n\n📍 Venue: The Oast\, Granary Close\, Rainham\, Kent. ME8 7SG\n\n\n\n🎫 Tickets: £22 Advance \n\n\n\n\n\n🎫 SECURE YOUR TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://rockinrootsevents.co.uk/event/taj-farrant-live-at-the-oast/
LOCATION:THE OAST\, RAINHAM\, The Oast Rainham\, Granary Close\, Rainham\,\, illingham\, KENT\, ME8 7SG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BLUES,BLUES ROCK,KENT,LIVE MUSIC,RAINHAM,THE OAST
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SUMMARY:JOHN VERITY BAND LIVE IN WHITSTABLE
DESCRIPTION:Rockin’ Roots Events is proud to bring a true legend of the scene to the coast. On Sunday\, 26th April\, join us at The East Quay Venue Whitstable for an exclusive appearance by the John Verity Band. \nDON’T WAIT: John Verity’s reputation as one of the most consistent and soulful performers in the UK precedes him. Following his time fronting the iconic Argent\, John has spent decades proving why he is regarded as one of the finest blues-rock guitarists and vocalists in the business. This is a premier Kent live music event that fans of authentic rock and blues cannot afford to miss. \n   GET TICKETS  \nDATE\nSUNDAY 26TH APRIL 2026 \nDOORS\n6PM \nVENUE\nEAST QUAY VENUE \nTICKETS\nFROM £20 \nhttps://youtu.be/tEnX9q9munc?si=Ke7KWdcmr4UQ97fYhttps://youtu.be/dMAx8jiODQ0?si=suAzaUUO0ftnF5E0   \nTHE JOHN VERITY BAND\nJohn Verity is one of the most consistent performers on the blues rock circuit today\, having honed his craft over more than 60 years on the circuit at every level. \n\n\n \nBorn in West Yorkshire he played in many bands in the area and beyond before moving to Florida. Whilst there he opened for Jimi Hendrix\, Janis Joplin\, Mountain and others\, then on his return to the UK\, taking a somewhat different direction with time as front man with Argent. \n\n\n \nWhen Argent disbanded John spent time primarily in the studio\, producing\, recording\, and guesting with\, among many others\, Ringo Starr\, The Zombies\,Smokie\, Charlie\, Motorhead\, and Saxon. However. live performance has always been the driving force for JV\, and though he does love studio work it wasn’t long before the need to play live drew him back… These days it’s easy to find John back out on the road with his own band and material\, and experiencing a musical renaissance across the country at a venue near you! 🔗 johnverity.com \n\n\n \n \nTHE VENUE\n\n\n \nLocated on the Whitstable harbor front\, East Quay Venue provides the ultimate atmospheric backdrop for a legendary performer like John Verity. \n\n\n \n\nThe Setting: An authentic\, rustic venue with incredible views and a unique coastal character.\n\n\n\nAtmosphere: A welcoming space with a high-energy vibe\, perfect for a summer Sunday.\n\n\n\nThe Experience: We pride ourselves on delivering the best Kent live music experiences\, combining top-tier talent with the county’s most interesting locations.\n\n\n\n \nTickets are strictly limited for this harbor-side show—secure yours now. \nA RARE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE A TRUE BRITISH ROCK LEGEND IN WHITSTABLE!\nFor more Kent live music events\, be sure to check out the full Rockin’ Roots Eventshttps: //rockinrootsevents.co.uk/events/ \nSECURE YOUR TICKETS HERE
URL:https://rockinrootsevents.co.uk/event/john-verity-band-live-in-whitstable-2026/
LOCATION:EAST QUAY VENUE\, WHITSTABLE HARBOUR\, WHITSTABLE\, KENT\, CT5 1AB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BLUES,BLUES ROCK,EAST QUAY VENUE,KENT,KENT LIVE MUSIC,LIVE MUSIC,ROCK,WHITSTABLE
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SUMMARY:ROBERT JON & THE WRECK LIVE AT THE KING’S HALL!
DESCRIPTION:ROBERT JON & THE WRECK LIVE AT THE KING’S HALL! 🎸\n\n\n\nHerne Bay\, get ready for a night of soaring guitar leads and rich vocal harmonies as Teenage Head Music along with Rockin’ Roots Events brings Southern California’s premier roots-rockers to the coast. On Tuesday\, 14th April 2026\, Robert Jon & The Wreck take over the historic King’s Hall as part of their highly anticipated UK tour. Following the massive success of their ninth studio album\, Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes\, this is your chance to see one of the world’s most “complete” rock bands at the peak of their creative powers. \n\n\n\nSECURE YOUR SPOT: Robert Jon & The Wreck are currently mining a creative arc that has captivated audiences worldwide\, making this one of the most significant rock events in the 2026 Kent calendar. Tickets for this exclusive April tour date are expected to move fast as fans travel from across the region for the “Real Deal” Southern-tinged experience. To guarantee your entry and avoid disappointment at the door\, we strongly recommend booking your advance tickets now. Don’t miss out on what is set to be a definitive\, high-octane night of world-class rock ‘n’ roll. \n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATE\n\n\n\nTUESDAY 14TH APRIL 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDOORS\n\n\n\n7:00PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVENUE\n\n\n\nKING’S HALL HERNE BAY \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKETS\n\n\n\nFROM £27:50 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHIS IS A STANDING SHOW. Experience the electric atmosphere of the King’s Hall\, one of the region’s most iconic seafront venues\, perfectly suited for the “stadium-sized” sound of The Wreck. \n\n\n\nSPECIAL GUEST: SAM MORROW 🎸 Joining as special guest to open the show is the critically acclaimed Sam Morrow\, bringing his signature “Concrete Country” sound to the King’s Hall stage. Known for his gritty\, funk-infused take on Americana\, Morrow’s soulful vocals and grease-slicked grooves have made him a mainstay on the US roots circuit. Fresh off the success of his latest record\, he provides the perfect high-octane opening to a night of world-class Californian rock ‘n’ roll. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCALIFORNIAN SOUTHERN ROOTS ROCK! 🎸\n\n\n\nHailing from Orange County\, this powerhouse five-piece—featuring Robert Jon Burrison’s signature vocals and Henry James Schneekluth’s blistering lead guitar—is known for delivering nearly two hours of authentic\, no-frills rock ‘n’ blues. Expect: \n\n\n\n✨ Massive Anthems & Riffs from the 5-Star album Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes  \n\n\n\n✨ Rich\, Soaring Vocal Harmonies & Dual-Guitar Mastery  \n\n\n\n✨ A “Creative Arc” of Old-School Rock meeting a New World Sound \n\n\n\n ✨ The high-energy stage presence of a global touring juggernaut \n\n\n\n“Authentic\, emotionally rich and expertly produced\, this is Robert Jon & The Wreck at their very best.” — Blues Matters \n\n\n\n“A storming album\, dynamic and powerful\, full of anthems and great riffs.” — Music News ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n“A defining force in modern roots-rock that simply cannot be missed!”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Date: Tuesday\, 14th April 2026\n\n\n\n🕖 Doors: 7:00 PM\n\n\n\n📍 Venue: The King’s Hall\, Beacon Hill\, Herne Bay\n\n\n\n🎫 Tickets: £27:50 Advance (Selling Fast)\n\n\n\n⏳ Set Times: ✨ 8:00 PM: Sam Morrow\n\n\n\n✨ 8:45 PM: Robert Jon & The Wreck\n\n\n\n\n\n🎫 SECURE YOUR TICKETS
URL:https://rockinrootsevents.co.uk/event/robert-jon-the-wreck/
LOCATION:THE KING’S HALL\, HERNE BAY\, THE KING'S HALL\, BEACON HILL\, HERNE BAY\, KENT\, CT6 6BA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HERNE BAY,KENT,THE KING'S HALL
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SUMMARY:ALVIN YOUNGBLOOD HART'S MUSCLE THEORY LIVE AT THE OAST
DESCRIPTION:PURCHASE TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nRockin’ Roots Events Presents: Alvin Youngblood Hart’s Muscle Theory Live At The Last\, Rainham\, Kent. \n\n\n\nRockin’ Roots Events is proud to bring a true music legend to one of Kent’s most iconic buildings. On Thursday\, 2nd April 2026\, the incredible Alvin Youngblood Hart brings his powerhouse band\, Muscle Theory\, to the historic Oast in Rainham.\n\n\n\nThis is the artist Bob Dylan himself called “as good as you’ll ever hear” and Mike Campbell (Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers) declared “The Real Deal.”\n\n\n\nA multi-award winner with 50 years of guitar-playing obsession\, Hart’s music defies all genre segregation. His live show is a journey through a wide-ranging musical perspective that’s seen him play everywhere from the Hollywood Bowl to the Royal Albert Hall and share stages with legends like Taj Mahal and the Allman Bros. Band.\n\n\n\nDon’t miss the chance to see this “Rock N Roll MacGyver” and his phenomenal band deliver an unforgettable performance in the unique\, historic setting of The Oast—a central Rainham landmark that has stood watch over the station since the 1870s. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2ND APRIL 2026 \n\n\n\nDOORS 7PM  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTHE OAST \n\n\n\nRAINHAM
URL:https://rockinrootsevents.co.uk/event/alvin-youngblood-harts-muscle-theory-live-at-the-oast/
LOCATION:THE OAST\, RAINHAM\, The Oast Rainham\, Granary Close\, Rainham\,\, illingham\, KENT\, ME8 7SG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BLUES,KENT,RAINHAM,THE OAST
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SUMMARY:SUPERNATURAL – A CELEBRATION OF PETER GREEN
DESCRIPTION:Cinema Stereo | Live at The Old Brewery Store\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSUPERNATURAL – A CELEBRATION OF PETER GREEN! 🎸\n\n\n\nWhitstable\, join us for an evocative journey through the golden era of a British blues icon. On Sunday\, 22nd March\, Rockin’ Roots Events presents an evening dedicated to the genius of Peter Green at the stunning East Quay Venue. This is a soulful celebration of the man who defined the sound of John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers and the original Fleetwood Mac\, brought to life by musicians who knew and played with the legend himself. \n\n\n\nSECURE YOUR SPOT: The historic East Quay—located right on the Whitstable beach—are known for their intimate and magical atmosphere. Given the prestige of this lineup and the enduring legacy of Peter Green\, we anticipate a high demand for tickets. To guarantee your entry to this one-of-a-kind maritime setting and to ensure the best experience\, we strongly recommend booking in advance. This is a deep dive into the heart of the blues that you won’t want to miss. \n\n\n\nADVANCE TICKETS FROM £20 / DOOR £25 \n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATE\n\n\n\nSUNDAY 22ND MARCH 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDOORS\n\n\n\n6:00PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVENUE\n\n\n\nEAST QUAY VENUE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKETS\n\n\n\nFROM £20 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA TRUE CELEBRATION OF BLUES GENIUS! 🎸\n\n\n\nConceived and led by lifelong Green devotee Timeless Tim Hain\, this show captures everything from the raw energy of “The Stumble” to the haunting poignancy of “Man of the World.” Expect an authentic\, “Real Deal” performance featuring: \n\n\n\n✨ ‘Timeless’ Tim Hain: Singer-songwriter and guitar virtuoso whose lifelong devotion to Peter Green’s style is the heart of the show. ✨ Alan Glen (Yardbirds/Nine Below Zero): Masterful harmonica and vocals from one of the UK’s premier blues players. ✨ Robin Bibi: The legendary\, high-energy blues-rock guitarist and ever-Green entertainer. ✨ Gregg Kofi Brown (Osibisa): Bassist and vocalist who played with Peter in the early days of Kolors. ✨ Tansay Omar:Precision percussion and world-class rhythm specialist.Singer-songwriter and guitar virtuoso whose lifelong devotion to Peter Green’s style is the heart of the show. ✨ Alan Glen (Yardbirds/Nine Below Zero): Masterful harmonica and vocals from one of the UK’s premier blues players. ✨ Robin Bibi: The legendary\, high-energy blues-rock guitarist and ever-Green entertainer. ✨ Gregg Kofi Brown (Osibisa): Bassist and vocalist who played with Peter in the early days of Kolors. ✨ Tansay Omar:Precision percussion and world-class rhythm specialist. \n\n\n\n\n✨ ‘Timeless’ Tim Hain: Singer-songwriter and guitar virtuoso whose lifelong devotion to Peter Green’s style is the heart of the show. \n\n\n\n✨ Alan Glen (Yardbirds/Nine Below Zero):One of the world’s finest harmonica players. With a CV that includes The Yardbirds\, Nine Below Zero\, and recording sessions with Jeff Beck and Slash. Masterful harmonica and vocals from one of the UK’s premier blues players. \n\n\n\n✨ Robin Bibi: The legendary\, high-energy blues-rock guitarist and ever-Green entertainer. the new generation of soul-blues masters. \n\n\n\n✨ Gregg Kofi Brown (Osibisa): Bassist and vocalist who played with Peter in the early days of Kolors. \n\n\n\n✨ Tansay Omar: Precision percussion and world-class rhythm specialist.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n“This is the definitive celebration of the Peter Green legacy—delivered by those who knew him best!”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Date: Sunday\, 22nd March 2026\n\n\n\n🕖 Doors: 6:00 PM\n\n\n\n📍 Venue: East Quay Venue\, Whitstable Harbour \n\n\n\n🎫 Tickets: From £20 Advance (Selling Fast)\n\n\n\n⏳ Showtime: 6:45 PM – 9:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n🎫 SECURE YOUR TICKETS
URL:https://rockinrootsevents.co.uk/event/supernatural-a-celebration-of-peter-green-live-in-whitstable/
LOCATION:EAST QUAY VENUE\, WHITSTABLE HARBOUR\, WHITSTABLE\, KENT\, CT5 1AB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BLUES,EAST QUAY VENUE,KENT,WHITSTABLE
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SUMMARY:CONNOLLY HAYES + Special Guests THE LOST SEARCH PARTY
DESCRIPTION:PURCHASE TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nCONNOLLY HAYES + Special Guests THE LOST SEARCH PARTY \n\n\n\nOn Friday 6th March\, Rockin’ Roots Events are proud and excited to bring an evening of  Blues\, Soul\, Swagger & The Spirit of Rock n’ Roll as we welcome CONNOLLY HAYES plus THE LOST SEARCH PARTY to the stage! \n\n\n\nWe’re combining the high-energy\, stadium-sized attitude of the New Wave of Classic Rock with the sophisticated\, modern grooves of Blues & Soul \n\n\n\nSPECIAL GUESTS: The Lost Search Party Kicking things off\, we have Kent’s very own The Lost Search Party. If you’re a fan of big hooks\, driving rhythms\, and that classic ‘turn it up’ energy\, you are in for a treat. They bring the swagger of the NWOCR scene right to our doorstep\, setting the perfect temperature for the evening. Expect passion\, grit\, and a set that demands your attention. \n\n\n\nHEADLINING: Connolly Hayes Then\, we shift gears for pure musical class. Connolly Hayes are fast becoming the standard-bearers for blues-rock and soul in the UK. This isn’t just “blues”—it’s a powerhouse performance of vocal prowess and guitar mastery that rivals the likes of the Tedeschi Trucks Band. They bring the emotion\, the groove\, and the kind of musicianship that leaves a room in stunned silence.+ \n\n\n\nOne night. Two incredible vibes. This is Rockin’ Roots at its best. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6TH MARCH 2026 \n\n\n\nDOORS 7PM  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTHE OLD BREWERY STORE  \n\n\n\nFAVERSHAM
URL:https://rockinrootsevents.co.uk/event/connolly-hayes-special-guests-the-lost-search-party/
LOCATION:THE OLD BREWERY STORE\, MILL PLACE\, FAVERSHAM\, KENT\, ME13 7DY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BLUES,BLUES ROCK,KENT,THE OLD BREWERY STORE
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SUMMARY:THE INTERNATIONAL BLUES ALL-STARS LIVE IN FAVERSHAM
DESCRIPTION:The legendary Curtis Salgado\, winner of eleven Blues Music Awards and the coveted B.B. King Entertainer Of The Year award\, brings his sound to The Old Brewery Store in Faversham on Friday\, 16th January 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPURCHASE TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nTHE INTERNATIONAL BLUES ALL-STARS\n\n\n\nKnown for his powerful\, soulful vocals and masterful harmonica playing\, Curtis Salgado is a true giant of the blues world. DownBeat Magazine calls his songwriting skills “an impressive gift\,” and Billboard hails his music as “inspired and powerful.” His storied career is the stuff of legend; he famously inspired John Belushi’s “Blues Brothers” character and has been hailed by critics as “one of the most soulful\, honest singers ever.” \n\n\n\nFor this special UK show\, he will be joined by the incredible Giles Robson Band\, a perfect match with their high-energy\, harmonica-driven sound. But that’s not all—we’re also thrilled to welcome very special guests\, two of the UK’s finest blues talents: the brilliant guitarist Mississippi MacDonald and the superb vocalist Robbin Kaspalis.\n\n\n\nThis is a rare opportunity to see a living blues legend on an intimate stage\, backed by some of the best musicians in the business. An evening of pure\, authentic blues and soul awaits!\n\n\n\nDon’t miss Curtis Salgado and the Giles Robson Band\, with special guests Mississippi MacDonald & Robbin Kapalis\, live in Faversham. \n\n\n\nBook your tickets now!\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCurtis Salgado\n\n\n\n“The Man Who Taught the Blues Brothers to Sing” A true giant of the genre\, Curtis Salgado’s career is the stuff of legend. An award-winning vocalist and harmonica master\, he famously mentored John Belushi during the filming of Animal House\, directly inspiring the creation of The Blues Brothers characters. But his legacy goes far beyond Hollywood; Salgado is a powerhouse performer in his own right. He is a multiple Blues Music Award winner\, having taken home the most coveted titles in the industry\, including B.B. King Entertainer of the Year\, Soul Blues Artist of the Year\, and Song of the Year. Billboard magazine hails his music as “inspired and powerful\,” while NPR calls him “an icon with a huge voice.” Do not miss the chance to see this living piece of music history on a UK stage. \n\n\n\nThe Giles Robson Band\n\n\n\n“The UK’s International Harmonica Virtuoso” Giles Robson is a trailblazer in the blues world. He is the first and only UK or European artist to appear on Chicago’s legendary Alligator Records\, a label that described him as “a blues giant.” His incredible talent on the harp led him to become one of only three British artists—alongside Eric Clapton and Peter Green—to win a prestigious Blues Music Award in Memphis (the Grammys of the Blues). Known for his high-energy\, sweat-soaked performances\, Robson consistently tops critics’ polls in Mojo\, Living Blues\, and DownBeat. If you want to witness a master at the height of his powers\, this is the set to watch. \n\n\n\nSpecial Guest: Mississippi MacDonald\n\n\n\n“The Future of British Soul-Blues” Joining the bill is one of the UK’s finest contemporary talents\, Mississippi MacDonald. A three-time UK Blues Awards winner (including Acoustic Blues Artist of the Year)\, MacDonald has been earning rave reviews on both sides of the Atlantic. Guitarist Magazine praises his playing as “legitimate blues\,” while Blues Blast Magazine (USA) calls him “one of the most soulful vocalists in Europe.” With a sound that blends the deep roots of Memphis soul with modern blues grit\, MacDonald is widely tipped as the next big thing in the British blues explosion. \n\n\n\nSpecial Guest: Robbin Kapsalis\n\n\n\n“The Soul Shaker” Completing this stellar lineup is the dynamic vocalist Robbin Kapsalis. A Chicago native with a voice steeped in the rich musical heritage of the South Side\, Kapsalis is a force of nature. Fronting Vintage #18\, she earned a Blues Blast Music Award nomination for New Artist Debut Album and has been praised by Living Blues for her “commanding voice.” Known as the “Soul Shaker\,” her stage presence is electric\, channeling the raw power of Koko Taylor with the sultry delivery of a classic jazz diva. She is the perfect addition to an evening of world-class music. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFURTHER DETAILS ON THE HISTORY OF CURTIS SALGADO \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhatever songs Curtis Salgado brings to the table are going to have his personal soul stamp on them. It’s the singer’s magic bullet\, the key element that stirs listeners and sets Salgado apart as one of the most riveting performers on stage today.\n\n\n\nBorn in 1954\, Salgado grew up in Eugene\, Oregon with music all around him. His parents’ vast music collection included everything from Fats Waller to Ray Charles\, and his older brother and sister turned him on to the soul and blues of Wilson Pickett and Muddy Waters at an early age. He attended a Count Basie performance when he was 13 and decided then and there that music was his calling. After getting his hands on a harmonica\, Curtis began devouring the blues of Little Walter and Paul Butterfield\, and taught himself to play.\n\n\n\nBy his early 20s he was already making a name for himself in Eugene’s bar scene\, first as the vocalist/harmonica player of The Nighthawks\, and later as co-leader of The Robert Cray Band. Salgado quickly developed into a player and singer of remarkable depth\, with vocal and musical influences including Otis Redding\, O.V. Wright\, Muddy Waters\, Little Walter\, Sonny Boy Williamson I and II\, Lightnin’ Hopkins and Howlin’ Wolf.\n\n\n\nIn 1977\, comedian/actor John Belushi was in Eugene filming Animal House. During downtime from production\, Belushi caught a typically ferocious Salgado performance and introduced himself during a break. Once Salgado started sharing some of his blues knowledge\, a fast friendship grew. Salgado spent hours playing old records for Belushi\, teaching him about blues and R&B. Belushi soaked up the music like a sponge and used his new awareness to portray “Joliet” Jake Blues in The Blues Brothers\, first as a skit on Saturday Night Live\, then a best-selling record album (which was dedicated to Curtis) and finally as a major motion picture (Cab Calloway’s character in the film was named Curtis as an homage).\n\n\n\nOnce Salgado joined forces with his friend Robert Cray and began playing together as The Robert Cray Band\, he found himself sharing stages with many of his heroes\, including Muddy Waters\, Bobby Bland\, Albert Collins and Bonnie Raitt. After Salgado and Cray parted ways in 1982\, Curtis went on to front Roomful Of Blues\, singing and touring with them from 1984 through 1986. Back home in Oregon\, he formed a new band\, Curtis Salgado & The Stilettos\, and was once again tearing it up on the club scene. He honed his band to a razor’s edge before releasing his debut in 1991 on the JRS label. After recordings for Rhythm Safari and Lucky Records\, Salgado signed withShanachie Records in 1999\, releasing four critically acclaimed albums. Salgado’s Alligator Records debut\, Soul Shot\, came out in 2012 to widespread critical acclaim. Blues Revue said Salgado’s music is “triumphant\, joyful\, blues-soaked R&B” and declared him to be “one of the most soulful\, honest singers ever.” He followed up with The Beautiful Lowdown in 2016 and Rough Cut\, the potent\, stripped-down acoustic album (with guitarist Alan Hager) in 2018. The albums collectively earned Salgado multiple Blues Music Awards—for B.B. King Entertainer Of The Year\, Soul Blues Album Of The Year\, Song Of The Year and Soul Blues Male Artist Of The Year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n16TH JANUARY 2026  \n\n\n\nDOORS 7PM  \n\n\n\nSHOWTIME 7:30PM  \n\n\n\nTHE OLD BREWERY STORE  \n\n\n\nFAVERSHAM
URL:https://rockinrootsevents.co.uk/event/curtis-salgado-usa/
LOCATION:THE OLD BREWERY STORE\, MILL PLACE\, FAVERSHAM\, KENT\, ME13 7DY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:BLUES,FAVERSHAM,KENT,THEN OLD BREWERY STORE
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