Blues At The Blues

'Blues At The Blues' is an eight hour music event taking place at Macclesfield Town FC (Moss Rose Stadium, Macclesfield) on July 12th 2008.

The event, which is being held in association with Ronnie's Bar (Duke's Court, Macclesfield) will showcase some of the most exciting live acts of the region, including the legendary George Borowski and new psychedelic upstarts 'The Virginmarys', plus a host of other local talent. We are also delighted to welcome, as our headline act, popular young blues artist Aynsley Lister.

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"Since signing his record deal, Aynsley has sold over 75,000 albums. He has played alongside blues legends such as Buddy Guy, John Mayall, and Robert Cray aswell as big name pop artists such as Bryan Adams and Fun Lovin’ Criminals. His recorded work has seen him working with Producers Jim Gaines (Santana, SRV) and Greg Haver (Manic Street Preachers, Catatonia) on both sides of the Atlantic."

The Virginmarys mix blues and psychadelia with heavy Rock 'n' Roll, creating a dark and powerful sound that resonates influences from the late 60's and 70's. The three piece (often compared to the likes of Led Zeppelin, Hawkwind and Pink Floyd) have experienced three months in Los Angeles, recording and performing at top venues such as the Key Club on Sunset Boulevard, as well as extensive gigs in the UK. Renowned for their explosive live shows, the Virginmarys continue to capture audiences wherever they play.

Over the years George's association with an ever-growing list of artists as diverse as PIXIES, RADIOHEAD, TEENAGE FANCLUB, MEATLOAF, DIRE STRAITS, BONNIE RAITT (the list goes on..), has earned him the highest level of respect from those on the 'inside' whilst also being able to reach and appeal to those on the 'outside'. Music with a message for all, delivered with a passion - George's songwriting winds it's way through pop, rock, country and true rock 'n roll.. Socially aware masterpieces with the rarefied combination of presence, performance and lyrical beauty. Tours have taken George across Europe, America, Australia, Japan, Brazil and Scandinavia in the company of world renowned artists of all musical genres.

A Manchester-based Rory Gallagher tribute band playing with passion and fire and spanning all of Rory's career. Playing live is what Sinnerboy do best. Anyone who has seen them will tell you, it's all about energy and passion, strong songs played with verve. Their repertoire numbers over forty songs (and rising), with material from every stage of Rory Gallagher's career including his early days with Taste. Bullfrog Blues, Walk On Hot Coals, Tattooed Lady, Shadow Play, Moonchild and many more are the essential ingredients of every Sinnerboy set.

Heavy Weather are an energetic and exciting 3 piece blues/rock outfit fronted by legendary guitarist Jim Kirkpatrick. Jim has most recently established himself as one of the North-West’s most aspiring young musicians through recording and touring with artist Thea Gilmore. Heavy Weather provides an ideal platform for Jim’s virtuosic guitar solos and growling vocals. The tight and punchy rhythm section combination of Carl (Bass) and Kegsy (Drums) adds to the mix, culminating in a formidable sound.

House band for Blue Funk Rhythm and Blues Club in Poynton this band delights in taking both classic and obscure blues/rock pieces and reinterpreting them with their very original approach. Blessed with two exceptional guitarists, and a hot rhythm section containing one of the UK's few 6 string fretless bassplayers their sound is very much their own.