THE TENTERDEN RHYTHM & BLUES REVUE 2026
LIVE AT THE OLD DAIRY TAPROOM, TENTERDEN
SUNDAY 24TH MAY 2026
24TH MAY 2026
DOORS 3PM
THE OLD DAIRY TAPROOM, TENTERDEN
FROM £23
Looking for world-class blues in Tenterden this Bank Holiday? 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 lineup featuring four titans of the UK and international scene — bringing the soul of Memphis, Chicago-style boogie, and the swing of the 1950s to the heart of Tenterden.
SECURE YOUR SPOT: We are incredibly proud of the reputation these showcases have built for bringing world-class talent to Kent. Given the calibre of this lineup and the intimate atmosphere of the Taproom, we recommend booking early.
MEMPHIS SOUL, CHICAGO BOOGIE, BLUES & BIG BAND SWING 🎸
Following the tradition of the great collaborative sessions of the 50s and 60s, we have assembled a one-off powerhouse lineup. This is a gathering of the finest pedigree in British and International Blues.
OLI MISSISSIPPI MACDONALD BAND
Mississippi MacDonald is a 4x UK Blues Award winner and a soul-blues stylist of the highest order. Oli Mississippi MacDonald is a member of the prestigious Take Me To The River All Stars, 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, he bridges the gap between the Mississippi Delta and the UK scene with masterful guitar work and powerhouse vocals.
CHRIS 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. Sophisticated, big, and guaranteed to get the room moving.
RARA
RaRa is a vocal powerhouse whose sound is drenched in rich Southern Soul. Drawing inspiration from 1960s icons 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.
MAX HIGHTOWER
Joining us from across the Atlantic, USA-based Max Hightower is a master of Chicago-style blues harmonica and a virtuoso on the piano. Having shared the stage and studio with blues royalty including Pinetop Perkins and Bob Margolin, Max brings an authentic, gritty energy to every performance. Whether wailing on the harp or driving the boogie on the keys, his presence adds genuine international pedigree to the Revue.
THE LINEUP & TIMINGS
The Lineup & Timings
Experience a full day of world-class music. Timings are approximate.
- 15:00 — Doors Open
- 15:45 – 16:45 — Max Hightower
- 17:05 – 17:35 — RaRa (featuring Oli Mississippi MacDonald)
- 18:05 – 19:05 — Chris Corcoran Big Band
- 19:35 – 21:05 — Oli Mississippi MacDonald Band
- 21:30 — Curfew
With this much talent in one room, expect the unexpected.
Tenterden's Hub for Live Music
Set at The Old Dairy Taproom, enjoy a high-energy atmosphere paired with the finest local craft ales.
The Old Dairy Taproom is one of Kent’s most characterful live music venues, housed in a WWII Nissen hut on Station Road, Tenterden — right next to the Kent & East Sussex Railway, with stunning countryside views from the garden. A father-daughter run business with a genuine community spirit, the Taproom boasts a large stage, 14 keg taps plus three cask beers, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes it the perfect setting for a night of live blues and roots music. Old Dairy’s own craft beers are always on offer alongside a rotating selection of guest ales. There’s nowhere quite like it in Kent.
The below are our next 3 shows and we have many more lined up too
