Welcome to the 19th Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival
The count down to The Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival has officially begun! For four days over the Bank Holiday weekend Colne will be transformed into the capital of Blues music for the 19th consecutive year. With music fans travelling from across Britain and Europe to Lancashire to see the best in Blues talent, the atmosphere is guaranteed to be electric!
This unique music festival takes place over four days and seven music venues and includes the who’s who of Blues talent. For example the International Stage features the likes of Billy Boy Arnold, Steve Cropper, Walter Trout, Andy Fairweather Low and Nuno Mindelis aka the Beast from Brazil, to name just a few.
As well as the International Stage the British Stage, Acoustic Stage and the four official Roadhouses will feature some of the best Blues bands the world has to offer. From authentic Blues to Jazz and acoustic sets there really is something here for everyone!
We're also celebrating our continued partnerships with our supporters Barnfield Construction, ELCRP, John Smiths, Pendle Borough Council, Organic Mountain and Rock Artist Management and look forward to working with them again this year.
This site is updated regularly so be sure to keep logging on for all the latest Blues info. Don’t miss out on your festival tickets, call the Box Office today on 01282 661234 or book online on the ticket and info page.
We look forward to seeing you in August!
All the best
The Great British R&B Festival
Change to line up
Due to unforseen circumstances The Zombies will no longer be appearing at the festival.
We are pleased to announce The Ben Waters Band will be appearing on the International Stage, Saturday 23 August at 7.30pm
Music Train
Don't forget the music and ale train leaving Preston at 18.37 arriving at Colne 19.59 with Blues band Giddy Kippers on board. On lead vocals Ped Price, so much soul he's thinking of having it removed! Vocals Claire Delux - incredible looks and powerful drux. Grumbling, Rumbling and Mumbling Mr Boo Long on recycled three speed bass. Bad Vocals, wrong chords but ultimate blue moon guitar, Brian Eastwood.
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