Fran McGillivray & Mike Burke Live at Southey Brewery

Fran McGillivray & Mike Burke : An Intimate Show Live At Southey Brewery

Experience an evening of world-class Blues, Roots, and Americana as Fran McGillivray & Mike Burke take the stage for an intimate live show at Southey Brewery on Thursday, 5th March.

This is a rare opportunity to catch one of the UK’s most respected musical duos in a uniquely atmospheric and small-capacity setting. Fran and Mike are renowned for their vibrant mix of original songs and inspired interpretations of blues legends like Robert Johnson and Bessie Smith. With Fran’s “velveteen” soulful vocals and Mike’s masterful finger-style and slide guitar, this performance promises to be a masterclass in musicianship.

Awards & Critical Acclaim
Top 10 Blues Americana Albums of 2022: Their latest album, Rain, received widespread acclaim and was voted into the year’s top 10 by industry critics.
UK Blues Awards: Long-standing favorites of the scene, they have been celebrated for their contributions to the genre, including Mike’s reputation as one of the country’s finest guitarists.
“Sheer class all the way” – Blues in Britain Magazine
“Intelligent lyrics… a million miles away from the hip-shakin’ mama side of things” – Blues Matters!
“Expressive and skillful… a sincere commitment to authenticity” – Ad Pontes
Event Details
Date: Thursday, 5th March
Venue: Southey Brewery, Penge
Tickets: Very limited capacity—advance booking is highly recommended for this “close-up” experience.
Don’t miss the chance to see this “sensational” duo in the intimate surroundings of the brewery for a night of heartfelt stories and exceptional roots music.