What’s on at the club
No need to buy a ticket for our usual Saturday gigs, just head on down to the club and pay on the door!
Guy Tortora Band
Born & raised in Pasadena, California, Guy Tortora is currently based in London, in the UK.
What he does as a songwriter and performer is what people like to call Americana these days -- a hard term to define as it seems to mean different things depending on who you're talking to. But if to you it means original songs, well constructed and well performed, in some of the various musical idioms that originated in the USA -- blues, jazz, folk and roots -- and also interpreting the work of other writers in these genres with depth and feeling, then you should check out his work if you haven't already.
Ruthless Blues
Formed the group in 1981 now back with their first studio recording in thirty years containing a new-ish line up, nine new originals and one blast from the past.
Stevie Smith and co are going to back to their Ruthless British Blues Rock for the afternoon
Joel Fisk
A red-hot Blues and Roots band, here to challenge the preconceptions of what modern Blues music is all about and to shake up the British Blues Scene.
Joel Fisk & The Breakdown – a new band made from members of Hokie Joint, LaVendore Rogue and Tim Aves & Wolfpack.
Their debut album, “The Well”, was released in January 2015 and reached number one in the IBBA Blues Charts, as well as receiving BBC Radio 2 airplay.
Papa George Band
Papa George, born in London from Greek Cypriot parents, is no stranger on the UK & European blues scene. Four decades of playing “live electric and acoustic blues” and now has reputation to be reckoned with. A quote from Muddy Waters guitarist, Bob Margolin, described George as being “A powerful Deep Blues player…a spectacular blues artist. He’s got power and nuance as a master entertainer”
Mississippi MacDonald Band
3x UK Blues Award Winner, #1 recording artist, CRA Award Nominated radio presenter and Take Me To The River All Star
Rising British Soul/Blues Artist Makes His Mark
Oli “Mississippi” MacDonald from London, England speaks quietly but makes music with real gravitas. Mac (as friends call him) is a rising star, having been honoured with a session by Cerys Matthews on her BBC Radio 2 Blues show, championed by Mojo Magazine, and given 3 UK Blues Awards. Both his fellow musicians and many music industry pundits predict big things for MacDonald.
Sam Kelly’s Station House
SAM KELLY’S STATION HOUSE “some of the best – and I mean best – musicians in the UK. Or anywhere come to that” PAUL JONES (The Blues Band, Manfred Mann)
Sam Kelly is a professional musician with more than 40 years in the business. His “Station House” band has been featuring on the UK/Worldwide music scene for many years. Originating from London’s “Station Tavern” in the early nineties, Station House has seen a wealth of quality musicians come and go over the years, all with one common goal in mind – to mix instinctive funk/soul rhythms with the diversity of the blues.
The Heaters Blues Band
The Heaters, make a welcome return visit to entertain you with their diverse set of Blues numbers from the likes of Robben Ford, Jonny Lang, BB King, Albert King, Peter Green, Santana, Muddy Waters, John Mayall, Walter Trout, Dr. Feelgood and Jimi Hendrix to name just a few.
Chris Lord & Her Blues Express
A powerful and raunchy Rhythm & Blues 5-piece, Chris Lord & her Blues Express produce classic blues with a hint of jazz, a touch of “sauce” and lots of nostalgia.
The Milk Men
THE MILK MEN ARE ONE THE MOST POPULAR AND ACCLAIMED BLUES ROCK BANDS IN THE UK.
Nominated for eight UK Blues Awards and British Blues Challenge finalists, and with a Number 1 blues single and album to their name, The Milk Men have earned a reputation as the one of the most dynamic and enjoyable live bands on the circuit. Their six albums of original material have seen them top both the Amazon and iTunes charts and won them ‘Best Album’ nominations, and their live shows are renowned for their electric energy and joyous sense of fun.
The SpikedriverS
For one last trip down the railroad we welcome the SpikedriverS
One of the most original, innovative and exciting bands around, their combination of gutsy slide guitar, rock-solid bass, infectious grooves and highly distinctive vocals, creates a sound that is uniquely their own. They take you on a journey, from southern juke-joints and lazy front porches to the huge open spaces of dust bowls and railroad tracks disappearing into the distance
Bad Influence
Originally formed in 1986, by Val Cowell (lead vocals & rhythm guitar), and Richard Hayes (lead & slide Guitar), the band has seen many line ups in the years since. Whilst Val and Richard have been the consistent driving force, the rhythm section has seen some changes. Ever since the beginning the band has toured constantly, playing in a wide variety of venues, including the now legendary Marquee Club (both Wardour St and Charing Cross Rd) on a great many occasions
Richard Townend & The Mighty Bosscats
Richard was a professional musician graduating from Leeds College of Music in 1986 where he studied guitar and composition. Leeds was one of the only colleges, at that time in the UK, which specialized in a degree in Light Music. This led Richard to play with and tour with TV stars of that time such as Ronnie Corbett, Charlie Drake, Les Denis , Dana, The Platters and Tony Christie to name but a few.
Bewick Suite Jam
Later in that decade he was inspired (after watching a jam session at the Bewick Suite in Maldon Essex) to start to play again. He got his guitars out of hock, formed the Boss Cats, and gigged as a hard rocking blues trio in the style of Stevie Ray Vaughn; later to morph into the cool sound of the Mighty Boss cats in a more relaxed incarnation.
He is favorably compared to JJ Cale, Chris Rea and Dire Straits. He plays solo or with the band depending on venue size or requirements of the sponsor. He has played in the USA, EUROPE, ASIA and AUSTRALIA and nationally all around the UK.
Geoff Everett & The Crow Hill Roadsters
Funky, Bluesy, Rocky, Swampy, Sizzling Groove of a live band.
Geoff has been a member of various English rock music acts which include Chicago Line, The Mosquitoes and Screaming Lord Sutch and the Savages.
Geoff Everett - slide guitar and vocals.
On harmonica is Alan Glen ex Yardbirds, BB King, Nine Below Zero etc.
On drums is Brian Shearer, the original drummer with Chicory Tip
On bass is Johnny Sequins from the 1980s/90s band Radio Java
No Good Woman & The Kingsnakes
NO GOOD WOMAN & THE KINGSNAKES are an exciting five piece Rhythm & Blues band from Southend-on-Sea, Essex, playing esoteric covers plus original numbers all iced with the incredible voice that is a No Good Woman. They have made notable local appearances at Digby Fairweather’s Jazz Centre UK, the 2022 Leigh Folk Festival and are now making their London debut with us here at The Green Note. Expect sassy, soulful blues, old and new, from the Delta to Chicago, Bessie Smith to BB King and Nina Simone to Peter Green.
Debbie Bond
American Singer, guitar player and songwriter Debbie Bond has been performing for decades in the Alabama backwoods and is now a regular on the Southern US and European club and festival circuit.
Influenced by raw juke joint blues and the famed sounds of Muscle Shoals, Debbie's impressive story includes years of performing with traditional Alabama blues musicians, like Johnny Shines, Eddie Kirkland, Willie King, Shar Baby, Little Jimmy Reed and more. Immersion in Alabama roots music has deeply flavored her guitar playing, soulful voice and original song writing, giving her a contemporary and original sound, with soul, blues, and jazz influences.
Robin Bibi Band
The Robin Bibi Band was born in the late 90s when Robin was inspired to start his own Texas Style Blues/ Rock band after having worked as a session man with such arists as the Pretty Things, Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, Ben E. King and Helen Shapiro to name but a few.
Electric Experience
Probably the finest example of the new 'young bloods' of the British blues scene bringing their progressive, rock driven blues with its 60's influences, kicking and screaming into the new millenium. The band works extensively throughout the U.K. and Europe. Formed in 1995, the band has fast become established as one of the most dynamic and exciting three piece outfits around.
Pete G & The Magnitones
Pete G & his stellar band, the Magnitones, were first established back in 1998, they bring their own distinctive blend of highly authentic post war electric Chicago blues as well as touching on Texas, West Coast, Swing & Rockin’ styles of the genre.
Dirty Ruby
Dirty Ruby – a five piece contemporary, but eclectic, sharp edged blues rock band hailing from the East Midlands.
Recently compared to 70s Rock bands Stone the Crows and Vinegar Joe, with their eclectic, energetic style of Blues Rock
The Ugly Guys
Paul Shuttleworth and Vic Collins have played music together since 1969 when they formed one of England’s first country rock bands Cow Pie. In 1972 they became founder members of the Kursaal Flyers who were an integral part of the flourishing pub rock scene that was happening in London and other areas of the UK.
In 2003 a chance meeting led Paul and Vic to explore the idea of forming a new band to play the cosmic country music they both loved. A call to guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Steve Oliver from Ipsissimus (which later became Jerry The Ferret, another pub rock mainstay) quickly formed the nucleus of the new band which they named The Ugly Guys after a much-loved Kursaal Flyers song.
Rollo Markee & The Tailshakers
An authentic immersive Blues experience featuring vintage instruments lead by veteran musician Rollo Markee
Rollo Markee is a rich and authentic blues voice and expert harmonica playing. He and The Tailshakers use vintage instruments, microphones and amplifiers which shape a sound that echoes the classic American recordings from the 1940's and 50's making for a unique experience.
West Weston’s Bluesonics
Steve grew up among the vibrant music scene in Essex and started out playing in various bands on keyboard before finding his harmonica mojo as the front man in West Weston and the Bluesonics.
He has become the harmonica player of choice for Mud Morganfield when he’s touring Europe, as well as playing with Trickbag in Scandinavia, and then playing on the number 1 album with Wilko Johnson and Roger Daltrey.
Nigel Bagge Band
Nigel Bagge……. smoky vocals, sensitive guitar, blues with a touch of soul, country and rhythm’n’blues.
As the original guitarist in Nicky Moore’s Blues Corporation, he toured The UK and Europe. He later became the guitar-man for 10 years with Angela Brown (Chicago blues diva) and her band The Mighty 45s.
The Fat Penguins
The Fat Penguins. A hard driving blues and R&B outfit, the band consists of five seasoned musicians with a wealth of experience.
Not to be missed!
Dave Ferra All Stars
Dave Ferra brings his All Star band to our little stage this week.
Dave is a UK Blues Awards Nominee in 2018 and 2020. "
A bluesman with a positive flair and grasp of the tradition...
‘Lies & Gin’ is an excellently conceived and delivered album...a guy worth watching." - Iain Patience, www.bluesmagazine.nl.
"an absolute master guitarist and singer...the perfect 'front man'....
Dave is fully aware that people come out not just to listen, but to have a good time. And a good time they had!" - Richard Dunning.
“Dave Ferra inhabits that magically comfortable niche located somewhere between heartache and a wry smile.” – Fred Kraus, Minor 7th Magazine
Bill Mead’s Sharpeez
William “Bill” Mead is quite a clever chap. He has actually discovered how to bottle lightning!
Ask anyone who has seen and heard Bill’s high energy rock and blues band The Sharpeez – on a stage in a pub, club or festival across Europe and the UK during the band’s lengthy musical career, and they will confirm this feat.
Roy Mette Band
Roy Mette plays guitar and sings - he plays good guitar and sings well.
He plays solo, in a duo, with a three piece blues/rock band, with a Pirate related ensemble and anyone else that'll have him.
You may have seen Roy in pubs and clubs and festivals throughout the UK and mainland Europe - he gets about a bit!
Roy has released 18 albums to date and writes new material constantly - the discography section of this website shows most of Roy's output with details of how you can nab a platter for your very own self!
You'll even find some of the albums on the Interwidewotsit on Amazon, CD Baby, Spotify and loads of others. One folk based album 'Joining Dots' is only available as a download.
New projects include a further band album, a third pirate/historical folk based thingy and the duo... well, who know where that'll go.
Need a little 'Royness' in your life or at an event or venue? Contact him using the aptly titled Contact tab and he'll be pleased to talk it over with you.
Eddie Angel Blues Band
The Eddie Angel Blues Band presents Blues music from the golden age of the 1950's played as was meant to be heard - controlled and swinging without the blues rock stylings that typify many of today's offerings in the so called blues genre.
Leavin’ Trunk
Leavin’ Trunk is the latest exciting venture by five great musicians and entertainers already familiar to many with a working knowledge of the UK blues scene.
Two things unite the music of Leavin’ Trunk: A powerful, funky groove, infused with a scintilla of New Orleans gumbo; and some great tunes - band originals and re-interpretations of wonderful old songs from all sorts of obscure corners of the blues and soul catalogue. We defy you NOT to dance to this band!