A Night of Blues 'n' Boogie with Zoe Schwarz & Friends

A Night of Blues 'n' Boogie with Zoe Schwarz & Friends - 3 Great Acts

A wonderfully varied and entertaining night of blues! Three great acts covering New-Orleans Boogie-woogie, Acoustic Roots Blues, and Contemporary Electric Hammond driven Blues. find out more about the acts below:

Diz Watson – solo Blues & Boogie Woogie Piano – New Orleans Style

Ace recording artist Diz “Honeybear” Watson, piano player and singer is a quintessential exponent of New Orleans style piano, an exuberant mix of barrel house, rhythm & blues, rock n roll and boogie-woogie.  He recorded the classic ‘Bluecoat man’ for Ace records in 1981 featuring the legendary Lee Allen on saxophone.  Diz has worked and opened for the likes of Chas & Dave, Clarence “Frogman” Henry, Alexis Korner, Big Jay McNeely, Dr John, and The Rolling Stones. Diz is a connoisseur of the exotic; he is a phenomenon…. definitely the coolest of Yorkshiremen, born in Africa, lives in Sweden, Diz gets the essentially multicultural nature of the music better than anyone, he absorbs the essence of New Orleans.

“As always, absolutely superb. A whole new generation of kids are romping and stomping to his sounds.” - Gaz’s Rockin’ Blues

Mark Harrison & Charles Benfield – Acoustic Roots Duo

Frequently heard on BBC Radio 2, including its Pick of the Week show, and described by countless audience members and reviewers as ‘uplifting’ and ‘inspirational’, Mark Harrison is a totally original songwriter, a stunning guitarist, and a master storyteller.  His highly individual music takes him to some of the top venues and festivals in the UK, attracting acclaim wherever he goes. Mark will be accompanied by the brilliant Charles Benfield on double bass and vocals, who brings a quite unique style to the songs. 

“Probably our most original, innovative home-grown acoustic blues talent these days” - Blues Matters

“a bit different and kinda groovy too” - Cerys Matthews, BBC Radio 2

“Everybody should be talking about Mark Harrison” - Classic Rock magazine

Zoe Schwarz Blue Commotion

Vibrant and melodic, funky rocking blues featuring Hammond-organ, drums, guitar and vocals.  Zoe Schwarz Blue Commotion refresh the blues genre with eclectic arrangements, virtuosic playing and vocal prowess.  Expect an exciting live set based around rootsy original songs, strong catchy riffs and exciting grooves; they mix old school tradition with contemporary verve and sophistication. Zoe’s dynamic and commanding vocal delivery and interpretive ability is complimented by the unmistakable and inimitable touch and flow of Rob Koral-guitar; together with the highly accomplished rhythm section of Pete Whittaker-Hammond organ and Eddy John-drums they bring massive musical authority and the ability to push the music in unpredictable and exciting directions. 

“A great band. Terrific musicians all four of them” - Paul Jones, BBC Radio 2 

“Innovative spark, virtuoso playing and a dare-devil attitude” – Get Ready to Rock Magazine 

       * Each of these acts have received multi-British Blues Awards *

Please note: The 1st Half includes 2 Acts , 40 minutes each, followed by a 20 minute interval, and the 2nd Half includes 50 minutes with Zoe Schwarz.