Lister has been at the top of the Blues scene for over two decades, billed as one of the most exciting contemporary Blues guitarists around today. Known not only for his exceptional guitar playing, he is also a highly regarded songwriter whose passion for music crosses genres, effortlessly combining blues, soul, Americana, rock and sometimes even pop elements.
Expect an evening of fan favourites from his extensive back catalogue mixed with newer material from his most recent highly acclaimed albums.
Acoustic support will be provided by Derek Smith [aka Main Street Blues]. For this set, he will be performing a number of original and acoustic blues covers carefully picked from his "Acoustic Blues & Roots" fringe show & forth coming solo album.
You can expect a brilliant evening of electric & acoustic blues "NOT TO BE MISSED"
For fans of: Gary Clarke Jnr., Eric Clapton, The Black Keys, John Mayer, Tedeschi Trucks
“A supergroup for the 21st Century” - Chris Welch, Melody Maker
“Superb” – The Times
“Masterful and measured songwriting” - R2 Magazine
“A quite marvellous guitarist of passion and strength, and with a fine distinctive voice” - Record Collector Magazine
“Aynsley really knows how to shape a solo, when to hold back and when to step on the gas... Fine songs, a top-notch band, powerful production and a mix of great tones this is British blues at its finest, but with a catchy rock edge.” - Guitar Techniques Magazine
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