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Presented by Ilkley Live & Ilkley Playhouse

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of toe-tapping, handclapping blues, celebrating the legends of the genre alongside homegrown Yorkshire talent. This special night marks the first in a new partnership between Ilkley Live and Ilkley Playhouse, supporting a local charity dedicated to community cohesion and the promotion of live music.

Please note: This is a seated event. No dancing.

Featured Acts

Blue Pig Boogie Band

Serving up sizzling ‘West Coast’ and ‘Chicago’ style blues with fat tones and infectious grooves. Named after the iconic Blue Pig of Hardcastle Craggs, the band features:

• Dave Cooper (guitar)

• Jerome Dineen (double bass)

• Tim Gilroy (drums)

• Dave Hyde (vocals & harmonica)

A full-flavour blues experience you won’t want to miss. Band Link.

Steel Knees Bertie

A true Yorkshire legend delivering heartfelt blues with lyrical depth and gritty charm. Songs like New Vigilante Man, Honey Bee, and Devil’s Work explore love, life, and politics. Performing since the late '70s, Bertie weaves stories with soul and authenticity. Watch Bertie.

Ben “Blue” Waters

Master of the acoustic slide guitar, serving raw blues that stomp from the 1920s to today. Covers include Howlin’ Wolf, Son House, John Lee Hooker, Captain Beefheart, and more—plus electrifying originals. Ben has lit up stages across the North of England since the late '70s. Video: Ben Blue Waters – Dust My Broom