Long Street Blues Club: Gigs 2025
Saturday 12th April 2025 | BILLY WALTON BAND | Doors 7.45pm
They're back for their record breaking SEVENTH visit to the club! From the USA, the amazing Billy Walton Band.
Billy Walton is an accomplished guitar master from the vibrant New Jersey Shore music scene. He earned his stripes in the rock & roll trenches, playing lead guitar for many years with Jersey icon, Southside Johnny. He has also shared the stage with music legends; Little Steven, Gary US Bonds and Steven Tyler, to name a few.
The Billy Walton Band grew out of this rich musical heritage, and found its groove when Billy connected with bassist William Paris. With the addition of Tom Petraccaro on sax, Eric Safka on Hammond B3, Bruce Krywinski Jr on trumpet, and Shane Luckenbough; the band has truly hit its stride. Their efforts met with immediate interest from the fertile British Blues scene, leading to multiple successful tours across Europe and eastern United States. They have a solid, dedicated fan base which is growing quickly. In addition to blues rock fans, the jamband scene has also embraced the band – hungry for their high energy live shows.
When this band play the club they always sell out - get your tickets early for this one!ON SALE NOW Advance Tickets are £19.00 from usual outlets or book online (online booking fee applies) Tickets £22.00 on the door
Saturday 19th April 2025 | GILES ROBSON - Up Close with the Blues Doors 7.45pm Venue | Cellar Bar, The Bear Hotel, Devizes
Catch the superlative Giles Robson up close in a super-intimate venue
One of the greatest living blues harmonica players comes to the Cellar Bar at The Bear Hotel. Multi-Award winning, internationally recognised harmonica virtuoso, singer and all round showman. Beautiful, powerful and timeless blues. This show was a sell-out at the Edinburgh fringe.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW £27.80 from Eventbrite
Saturday 3rd May 2025 | ALASTAIR GREENE | Doors 7.45pm
At the third attempt we've finally got the the guitar virtuoso Alastair Greene to the club!
Alastair Greene has artfully managed a dynamic solo career while contributing to the music of notable artists such as Grammy-winner Alan Parsons and soul blues Grammy nominee Sugaray Rayford. Greene's latest release, STANDING OUT LOUD, is a commanding declaration poised to solidify his position as a seasoned veteran in the blues rock world.
With STANDING OUT LOUD (his 11th solo record), Greene set out to create an honest, no-nonsense record that recalls the spirit of his favorite music from the 1960's and 70's. For that purpose, he headed to Nashville in January 2024, knocking out eight of the album's eleven songs. His partner in this endeavor was Nashville stalwart JD Simo, who coproduced with Greene and engineered the tracks in his own House of Grease studio.
"Alastair Greene is killing it! He is singing great, writing great, he is at the height of his
powers." Joe Bonamassa
With a strong batch of original songs rooted in blues and southern rock traditions, STANDING OUT LOUD builds upon the momentum created by his critically acclaimed solo releases of recent years. "Teaming up with Ruf Records for this album feels like a natural and perfect fit for the progression of my career," says the California native and multi-charting Billboard artist that Blues Music Magazine called "a major talent in the blues-rock category."
With the album complete, Greene is itching to hit the road. His 2024 tour schedule will include festival and club dates across the U.S. and over 40 European dates. “I've toured Europe many times as the guitarist with the Alan Parsons Live Project, and I'm excited to be bringing my music to the people.”
“A major talent in the Blues Rock category”” Blues Music Magazine
“Alastair Greene is a highly respected guitar player who was an integral part of the Alan Parsons Project. He is the equal of any and better than most. Blues Matters Magazine
ON SALE NOW Advance Tickets are £17.00 from usual outlets or book online (online booking fee applies) Tickets £20.00 on the door
Saturday 17th May 2025 | VINTAGE MAC (very special guest INNES SIBUN) | Doors 7.45pm
Out of the embers of FULLHOUSE a new band has emerged! Vintage Mac include Ray Minhinnett, Steve Browning, Ray Drury as well as Graham Walker and Johnny Smith. This gig will be a return to the late 60's British Beat Boom with a tip of the hat to the great Peter Green.This is a major coup for our venue being their debut gig before they launch on a European tour.
Innes Sibun Devizes very own guitar maestro will be performing with this band.The names these guys have played with include, Gary Moore, Eric Burden, Dave Gilmour, The Pretty Things etc. etc. The band includes no fewer than Three British Blues Awards winners!
Demand for this gig will be very strong so early purchase of tickets are advised.ON SALE NOW Advance Tickets are £19.00 from usual outlets or book online (online booking fee applies) Tickets £22.00 on the door
Saturday 9th August 2025 | SKINNY MOLLY | Doors 7.45pm
We do not usually put gigs on in August but when we had the opportunity to bring Skinny Molly back to the club we simply could not say no.
This amazing live band is a major force on the Southern Rock scene. Skinny Molly's mantra is "Never let one fan leave a show disappointed"
The music and live reputation of the band caught the attention of legendary Ruf Records label president Thomas Ruf. Skinny Molly subsequently signed a deal with Ruf Records, becoming the second "southern rock" band to be signed in the wake of Ruf's expansion into the genre. At the time of the signing, Skinny Molly was in the studio cutting what would become their new and widely acclaimed CD, "Haywire Riot" released last year.
This is no retro act though... these guys stand on solid songs, unique playing and creative instrumentation and arrangements to make even the most jaded rock fan (or even country or blues fan) a fan for life. Jump on and enjoy the ride!
Their live sets are awesome so expect the modern southern rock they are known for mixed in with all the Skynyrd classics. They have sold out on the all the times they have been to the club. This will be no exception.
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