Long Street Blues Club: Gigs 2025/2026
Saturday 4th October 2025 | The Dirt Road Band | Doors 7.45pm
Back by overwhelming popular demand we welcome this superb band back to the club.
The Dirt Road Band is the brainchild of guitar legend Steve Walwyn, mainly known as the longest serving guitar player in Dr Feelgood (32 years). During this time, he has amassed a massive reputation as a guitar hero in the UK, Europe, and beyond. He says, “I’d always liked the idea of the power trio-stripping everything back to basics. Guitar, bass, and drums”.
To help him in this he has recruited the services of Ted Duggan- professional since the 60s, including stints with Badfinger and world techno giants Banco de Gaia. “l'd worked with Ted before”, Steve says, “I knew he would fit the gig perfectly”. He certainly does.
Bass player Horace Panter is better known as a founding member of The Specials. Horace has ‘groove’ imprinted on his DNA. Holding it down comes as second nature.
This then is Steve's dream team rhythm section that swings as hard as it rocks. “We have started to develop that musical telepathy that makes a band more than just the sum of its parts. It is a really thrilling time and keeps music alive”.
ON SALE NOW Advance Tickets are £18.00 from usual outlets or book online (online booking fee applies) Tickets £20.00 on the door
Saturday 18th October 2025 - BEN POOLE BAND | Doors 7.45pm
He's back! Due to overwhelming popular demand, Ben Poole and his band return to the club. When they played in April last year he was simply amazing. Expect more of the same!
Ben Poole is currently being described as one the most exciting Rock, Blues & Soul artists to come out of the UK for a long, long time!
When you hear comments such as those below from some of the greatest guitar players of the last century, some of the most respected blues/rock/soul artists in the world today, and some of the leading magazines and radio presenters in Europe, you just know that they have heard something very special.
“Truly astonishing” – Classic Rock Magazine
“F***ing amazing!” – Jeff Beck
“A REALLY good player” – Gary Moore
“So amazing!” – Beth Hart
“Killer!” – Kenny Wayne Shepherd
“Unbelievable!” – Richie Kotzen
“Exudes class & prowess” – Guitar Techniques Magazine
“Ben Poole is the full package” – Maverick Magazine
“Definitely one to watch” – Guitarist Magazine
“A really fresh sound and style” – Paul Jones (BBC Radio 2)
“This is a young man to look out for as he is no doubt a rising talent” – Blues Matters Magazine
Needless to say, we are more than delighted to get Ben back to the club!
ON SALE NOW Advance Tickets are £18.00 from usual outlets or book online (online booking fee applies) Tickets £20.00 on the door
Friday 31st October 2025 | ROCK & ROLL CIRCUS!
Who's Next | The Beatles For Sale | The Rollin Stoned
Corn Exchange, Devizes | Doors 7.00pm | First Band on stage 7.30pm | A Ceres Promotions gig | This gig is seated
The Who, The Beatles The Stones - The Gig That Never Happened! Three of the very best tribute acts in the country with a night not to be missed!
WHO'S NEXT. Climb aboard the Magic Bus with Who’s Next and be transported back to the 60s and 70s heyday of British rock excellence! Experience the power and majesty of one of the greatest bands and live acts of all time courtesy of Who’s Next’s passionate tribute shows!
The premier Who tribute band. They capture a magical point in time when many believed that The Who were the greatest pop and rock group on Earth. Who’s Next’s live show aims to recreate this period in the early 1970s with the aid of authentic stage wear and instruments. The result is a time machine ride back to the days of Live at Leeds, The Isle of Wight Festival, Tanglewood and the Fillmore shows. It is a must for any Who fan!
THE BEATLES FOR SALE. The UK's most authentic sounding Beatles tribute band.The Beatles For Sale have a full repertoire of all the Beatles' most famous songs; from early tracks such as Please Please Me and Love Me Do through to Rubber Soul and Revolver classics like Nowhere Man and Paperback Writer and right up to the likes of the seminal Hey Jude.
The Beatles For Sale pride themselves on replicating the Fab 4's onstage image, sparing no expense with their equipment and outfits, the ultimate intention is to recreate the magic of the Beatles in their sixties heyday. All their equipment is vintage (except the PA system of course – that’s too risky!). The guys even replicate the personalities of the Beatles, being described by clients as honest, reliable, humorous and VERY entertaining.This ‘Fab 4’ have worked with artists such as Midge Ure (Live Aid, Ultravox), Tony Visconti (David Bowie / Marc Bolan), Neil Finn (Crowded House) and Mary Hopkin (as produced by Sir Paul McCartney himself!) not to mention Morrisey and Nancy Sinatra, amongst a host of others.
THE ROLLIN STONED. The Stones in all but name! Does 27 years of putting the imitable into the inimitable make the Rollin Stoned the Second Greatest Rock'n'roll Band In The World...?
The Rollin Stoned have toured their affectionate tribute to The Rolling Stones for over 27 years. They have shared billing with the likes of Dr John, Status Quo, Suzie Quatro, Jerry Lee Lewis, and always leaving audiences wanting more of what they need. The Times described them as 'better than the real thing! No other band offers greater Satisfaction!
This will be a great night!ON SALE NOW Advance Tickets are £30.00 from usual outlets or book online (online booking fee applies) Tickets £35.00 on the door
Saturday 1st November 2025 - IAN PARKER BAND
Support Last Train Smokin' | Doors 7.45pm
We are absolutely over the moon that we have the Ian Parker Band back to the Long Street Blues Club. Always one of our most requested artists.
A songwriter genuinely literate, sometimes almost literary, Ian is an original craftsman. Expressed through a distinctive bitter-sweet vocal delivery, Ian’s songs hold nothing back. His ability and willingness to share with his audience, naked honesty and genuine emotion, is what sets him apart.
Ian’s career took off in the summer of 2003, when he signed to Ruf Records following a personal introduction to US record producer, David Z (Prince – Purple Rain). His debut album ‘INSIDE’ (Ruf1094) was released in October of that year.
Further albums, live DVDs and extensive tours of Europe and the USA followed, with Parker always seeking new musical avenues to explore, never content to merely rehash old ideas, no matter how successful they may have been. To this end, Ian is something of journeyman, guided by his art and his self-confessed emotional need to express his soul through music.
His journey has taken unexpected turns, testing his loyal following from time to time, but the integrity of his writing, the quality of his distinctive voice and the soulful nature of his signature guitar playing have always been the bedrock of his work.
Following the release of Politik Blues (Eye-Pea002) in April 2015, Ian refocused his attention on the Stratocaster-driven blues music he began building his reputation on, more than twenty years ago.
In 2018 the band released an album of Willie Dixon songs; ‘Spoonful of Gold (Blues For Willie)’ recorded at the legendary Welsh studio Rockfields. Some of these interpretations have now become firm favourites at the live shows.
Joined onstage by Chris Lomas (bass), Christian Finn (drums) and his long-time collaborator Morg Morgan (keys), Parker is entering a new and exciting phase of his remarkable career.
Freed from the shackles of being the new kid on the block vying for attention in an over-saturated market, Parker approaches his music, these days, with the calm, self-assurance which accompanies one who has, to some extent, been there and done it. Nothing to prove and still so much to say, Ian Parker remains an act not to be missed.
Opening the show is a first appearance by Swindon based blues band Last Train Smokin. All in all should be a very heady night.
ON SALE NOW Advance Tickets are £18.00 from usual outlets or book online (online booking fee applies) Tickets £20.00 on the door
Saturday 22nd November 2025 - GERRY JABLONSKI BAND
Support Firekind | Doors 7.45pm
Aberdeen's finest are back! A firm favourite with our audience, we will never forget their first appearance in 2019 when they came all the way from Aberdeen just to play for us. They have developed into one of the greatest blues rock bands in the country.
Aberdeen’s internationally acclaimed blues-rock outfit, The Gerry Jablonski Band, is charging into 2025 with a new weapon in their arsenal—frontman and powerhouse vocalist, Nicky Aiken. A familiar face on the Aberdeen music scene and a former Royal Marine Commando, Aiken trades in military tours for international music tours as he joins the band full-time.
The announcement follows a standout guest performance with the band at their Aberdeen show last September, where sparks flew and the chemistry was undeniable. Frontman Gerry Jablonski recalls, “We knew it would take a special kind of lunatic to come aboard this ship of fools. But after that gig, it was clear—we had to take the collaboration further. The music just clicked.”
Aiken, who has shared stages with the likes of Marti Pellow and fronted his own band Nicky Aiken and the Temple Sons, was, in his own words, “in between things” when he got the call. A chance supermarket encounter with Jablonski Band harmonica player Pete led to the now-fateful invite. “I think he felt sorry for me,” laughs Aiken. “Next thing I knew, I was mid-set at their show with about 10 minutes’ rehearsal.”
Since that night, the new line-up has hit the road hard—touring the UK and Europe, recording new material, and even filming a promotional video with Aberdeen-based creative Mike Black. A new album is in the works, with a release slated for later this year.
The band is busier than ever, with 2025 dates across the UK, France, Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic. Their signature blend of heavy riffs, searing harp, and blues-infused rock continues to evolve—with the addition of rich vocal harmonies and a rejuvenated sound thanks to Aiken’s dynamic voice.
The Gerry Jablonski Band remains one of the UK's must-see live acts, delivering explosive, high-energy shows wrapped in gritty blues power. And they still offer their trademark challenge: If you don’t enjoy the show, tell them afterwards—and they’ll give you your money back!
Supporting will be FIREKIND a welcome return to the club for this superb rock band.
ON SALE NOW Advance Tickets are £17.00 from usual outlets or book online (online booking fee applies) Tickets £20.00 on the door
Friday 5th December 2025 | Corn Exchange, Devizes BEAUX GRIS GRIS AND THE APOCALYPSE | Doors 7.45pm
BEAUX GRIS GRIS & the APOCALYPSE are back with Robin Davey for a very special homecoming gig with plenty of suprises!
Robin Davey returns to his hometown with Lousiana born and bred, award winning, vocalist Greta Valenti and their band.California-based roots rock (blending Blues Rock Americana, Country, and Soul) band Beaux Gris Gris & The Apocalypse were created and are led by Louisiana-born-and-raised musician Greta Valenti (Well Hung Heart) and UK British Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, Robin Davey (The Hoax, DVL, Well Hung Heart). Due to the band’s cross-Atlantic touring, The Apocalypse comprises various talented musicians from across the globe. Plus various other collaborations and guest appearances.
To fully understand Beaux Gris Gris & The Apocalypse, experience the band live. With a mix of soulful songs, intense rock energy, and world-class award-winning musicianship, RhythmBooze summed up the show finale as “A mind-boggling, blistering finish with everything thrown in including the kitchen sink...truly memorable”. When LouderSounds preaches “Let Beaux Gris Gris & The Apocalypse twist yer melons and remind you of the wonder of life” it might be because the band vibe is easier to pin down than their unique take on the roots genres. Rockshot Magazine elaborates “This extremely entertaining collective is a New Orleans-inspired, American blues-folk-soul band, who refuse to be pigeon-holed”.
This will be a special night!
Please note, there will be very limited seating available for this gig.
ON SALE NOW | Advance Tickets are £25.00 from usual outlets or book online (online booking fee applies) Tickets £28.00 on the door
Saturday 20th December 2025 - XMAS PARTY!!!
Dino Baptiste & Night Train | Doors 7.45pm
This is THE perfect band for our Xmas party!
Dino Baptiste is one of the great blues and boogie woogie pianists. Backed by his great house band we welcome him for his debut gig at Long Street Blues Club. Great blues and soul and boogie woogie.
Everything from originals, blues classics and a smattering of Ray Charles this is a gig that makes the ideal Xmas party.
Dino Baptiste is a highly energetic pianist, vocalist and entertainer from London. Now residing in Birmingham, Dino has strong links to Blues, Boogie Woogie & Rock & Roll as well as performing mainstream classics & current cover songs. His influences revolve around three idols since a teenager - Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis & Ray Charles. Here, Dino has seen each one a legend, perform with such showmanship and charm that has reflected in his own performance. Demonstrating a wealth of professional experience covering a 25-year period since 1989, Dino currently showcases over 270 live shows per year including specialised Blues and Boogie Woogie concerts and residency gigs at various club, pub and restaurant venues throughout the UK and abroad. He performs with flexibility and diversity, offering high quality entertainment for every type of gig including private functions from weddings to birthday parties and corporate events.
Dino comes equipped with his own Roland digital stage piano, fully updated Yamaha sound system, lights and music playback via an iPod to ensure a professional production and performance of the highest standard. Dino can provide his own unique style of entertainment in various formats from soloist to duo, trio or a full 5-piece band.
Fully mobile, his popularity takes him all over the UK and worldwide where he is a regular performer at some of the most prestigious international music events. An extremely talented musician, Dino Baptiste continues to maintain a very original and dynamic level of entertainment, commanding a truly remarkable and enthusiastic connection with his audience, but with a serious element of “jamming - sealed with some downright tongue & cheek boldness."
ON SALE NOW | Advance Tickets are £18.00 from usual outlets or book online (online booking fee applies) Tickets £20.00 on the door
Saturday 17th January 2026 | CURTIS SALGADO (USA) and The GILES ROBSON ALL STAR BANDDoors 7.45pm
We are absolutely over the moon to welcome one of the great blues and soul singers to the club as part of a very rare visit to the UK.
Widely regarded as one of the greatest blues and soul singers to have emerged in the last fifty years, he is finally getting the recognition he deserves. We are one of only three dates he is playing.
We are thrilled to welcome award-winning vocalist, instrumentalist and songwriter Curtis Salgado, direct from the USA, peforming with Giles Robson & his band.
Born in 1954, Curtis Salgado grew up in Eugene, Oregon with music all around him. Curtis Salgado joined forces with his friend Robert Cray and began playing together as The Robert Cray Band. After Salgado and Cray parted ways in 1982, Curtis went on to front Roomful Of Blues, between 1984-1986.Curtis Salgado also briefly fronted Santana.
In 1977, comedian/actor John Belushi was filming Animal House. During downtime from production, Belushi caught a typically ferocious Curtis Salgado performance and introduced himself during a break. Salgado spent hours playing old records for Belushi, teaching him about blues and R&B. Belushi 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.
Curtis Salgado has also shared stages with many of his heroes, including Muddy Waters, Bobby Bland, Albert Collins and Bonnie Raitt.
“Salgado inspires chills. Upbeat and original… poignant and wise with a great sense of humor” – Blues Music Magazine
Giles Robson is a multi award winning blues harmonica virtuoso and is the only European artist to sign with Chicago's Alligator Records. He is only one of THREE UK blues artists alongside Eric Clapton and Peter Green to win a coveted Blues Music Award in Memphis.
"(Giles Robson) is a master instrumentalist" - MOJO magazine
We are anticipating a huge demand for tickets so that is why we are putting them on sale early. Please do not delay in getting yours.
ON SALE NOW Advance Tickets are £25.00 from usual outlets or book online (online booking fee applies) Tickets £30.00 on the door
Friday 24th April 2026 - DEEPER PURPLE
Doors 7.45pm
Deeper Purple provide a blisteringly authentic tribute to one of the great rock bands. This is classic Deep Purple delivered by superb musicians!
Deeper Purple are an international band delivering the most authentic tribute to the giants of rock, Deep Purple.
The band perform for over 2 hours delivering energetic and blistering performances of classic songs such as “Highway Star”, “Black Night”, “Woman from Tokyo”, “Child in Time”, “Perfect Strangers”, “Burn”, “Mistreated” and of course their best-known hit, “Smoke on the Water”.
One reviewer of a gig in 2025 praised Deeper Purple as “ridiculously good” and “a darn tight band”, offering “the best reproduction of the Purple live sound you’re ever likely to hear.”
If you’re a Deep Purple fan, or just love classic hard rock with soaring guitars, unwavering vocals, thundering organs, and tight rhythm—Deeper Purple is a stellar way to experience that legacy live. Even newcomers have been spellbound; as another reviewer put it, “If you’ve never heard of Deep Purple… you should still see Deeper Purple—that’s how good they are.”
What the stars said:"The band sounds great.” - Steve Morse – Deep Purple.
"Deeper Purple are one of the best Deep Purple tribute bands today.” - Joe Lynn Turner – Rainbow and Deep Purple.
"If you love Deep Purple, this is the band you should see.” - Danny Vaughn – Tyketto.
ON SALE NOW Advance Tickets are £18.00 from usual outlets or book online (online booking fee applies) Tickets £20.00 on the door
Monday 8th June 2026 - JOHN OTWAY & WILD WILLY BARRETT
Doors 7.45pm
We have been inundated with requests following John Otway's Big Band show last year to get Otway and Barrett back together. As part of a farewell tour we have finally been able to get them back! Complete rock n roll madness comes back to Devizes for one last time.
From schoolby beginnings in Aylesbury to the present, via an 'unforgettable' Old Grey Whistle Test performance in '77, Otway and Barrett bring their farewell tour to Devizes.
Otway and Barrett have been gigging on and off for 50 years and are still master entertainers. The contrast between the dead pan humour of Barrett and mad onstage antics of Otway are hilarious to watch. John's lyrical genius and Willy's outstanding musicianship continue to entertain in spades!
We are putting tickets early for this show as we know demand will be huge. Make sure you see these two for one last time.
ON SALE NOW Advance Tickets are £20.00 from usual outlets or book online (online booking fee applies) Tickets £25.00 on the door