Midlands-born Sam Carter is a BBC Folk Award-winning singer-songwriter and guitarist renowned for his narrative-rich songwriting, which Uncut described as being “as penetrating as Richard Thompson’s best work”. For over 15 years, he has been stirring audiences from Camden to Canada, from major festivals to intimate clubs. He has been described as "the finest English-style fingerpicking guitarist of his generation," while Ivor Novello-winner Nitin Sawhney has praised his "killer voice." 

With a discography that spans six solo albums and two releases with the folk-rock band False Lights, Sam’s music reflects a blend of traditional English folk, shape-note singing, and rock. Notable highlights in his career include a spellbinding performance on Later… with Jools Holland, where he played songs from his shape-note-inspired album The No Testament alongside renowned fiddler Sam Sweeney. 

His latest album Silver Horizon, spent several weeks in the UK folk music Top 40. His  live performances are nothing short of captivating, filled with the raw honesty, humour, and skilled musicianship that underscore his standing as one of contemporary folk’s brightest talents. 

‘Sam Carter is a brilliant guitarist and songwriter who combines the observational with social comment and personal reflection’ (Songlines) 

‘A singer who can hold the audience spellbound all by himself’ (BBC R2) 

‘Really wonderful’ (Jools Holland) 

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Celebrating the music of BB King, Clapton, Hendrix, Muddy Waters, Peter Green and many more

This band of experienced musicians has its roots all firmly anchored in the blues. This is blues of not just the Delta, Chicago, and elsewhere in the USA but also the blues of Ealing, Dartford and wherever else formed the British Blues boom of the 60’s and beyond .

Driving guitar riffs and assured vocals matched by a swinging horn section, make this a show to remember. Enjoy the music and stories from those lucky enough to be there – and feel the blues come alive. Let the good times roll!.

Spend an evening in the company of this fine 6 piece band to celebrate the British Blues explosion of the 1960s. From BB King to John Mayall, from Jimmy Rogers to Peter Green: The Classic Blues show recreates the authentic sound of British Blues musicians and the artists who inspired them.

"A highly enjoyable and entertaining evening for classic blues fans! Professionally put together and played by experienced musicians, this event has been popular at our taproom venue, where we regularly host live music events on our Mash Tun stage. The first event was a sell-out and we’re delighted that the Classic Blues Show is returning to Ludlow Brewery.” Ludlow Brewery:

“had the privilege of covering The Classic Blues Show at one of their gigs. A true journey through the history of blues by EXCELLENT musicians. If you’re a blues music fan then this is the band for you. Check them out go see them live a MUST SEE BAND”. LIVE N LOUD

‘What a great evening. What a great band. What’s not to like? They’re already booked in again for next year’  Keith Williams, Trustee, Montgomery Town Hall

It's not easy to describe the almost endless mix of merging influences in this amazing string master's playing... He moves from a classical opening with almost courteous music across the continent to the blues of the Mississippi Delta, from the Balearic Islands to the Balkans, and then back to the United States. A Spanish blues evolve into Gypsy music, travels to Eastern Europe, with a splash of Paco de Lucia, then a touch of Delta tunes and more. Also influences from Richie Blackmore, Joaquin Rodrigo, JJ Cale and even J. S. Bach speaks for themselves. Claude Bourbon has impeccable timing and does things on six strings that are simply amazing. Experience a stunning acoustic fusion of blues, jazz, folk, classical and Spanish guitar.

“Claude Bourbon aptly describes himself as a musical artist. He uses a vast array of music tools to paint a landscape we have all visited either in person or in our dreams.” Mary Pat Cooney – FolkWorks

“Claude Bourbon is a unique figure today… his playing is almost indescribable“- The Hook, Charlottesville, USA

“A breathtaking acoustic fusion of blues, jazz, classical and Spanish guitar from a stunning guitar virtuoso…” Altadena News, USA”