Advertisement
The Alex Voysey Blues Band return to their hometown of Cheltenham for the 4th year running – a treat for all blues lovers! ‘A must-see live act’ Real Rock Radio 2024*Nominated for Contemporary Blues Artist of the Year, Album of the Year and Emerging Artist of the Year in the 2025 UK Blues Federation Awards*
Alex is one of the most exciting emerging artists on the current UK blues scene with a core following built on the reputation of exhilarating and virtuosic live performances and phenomenal musicianship. Joined by bass player Ben Hands and his monster 6 string Dingwall, drum maestro Paul Arthurs and keys wizard Andy Allpass this is a band that excites audiences wherever they go, and a night not to be missed!
‘Gorgeously executed melodies and sublime solos. This is the essence of what modern blues is all about’. Blues Matters Magazine, July 2024
Their musicianship, energy and volume encapsulates everything audiences have come to know and love about this band – spectacular and virtuosic performances of blues greats woven around their own memorable, engaging and complex original material, musically impressive and emotionally resonant.
‘Their music is a breath of fresh air in today’s contemporary blues scene’ Jace Media Music, June 2024
After launching ‘Blues In isolation’ last year to a sold-out Cheltenham Playhouse, the album reached the prestigious no. 1 slot in the IBBA charts in May 24 ‘An album full of stunning guitar virtuosity’ (Blues In Britain). Blues In Isolation - Album by Alex Voysey | Spotify. Receiving rave reviews from both ‘Blues in Britain’ and ‘Blues Matters Magazine’ its success has propelled the band into the forefront of the UK blues scene this year. Co-produced by Paul Long (Catfish/BB King/BBC Radio 2) and drummer Paul Arthurs featuring original material that is engaging, complex and memorable.
'Outstanding, energetic, breathtaking’. Swanage Blues Festival 2024
In May 2024 Alex was honoured to dep for multi award-winning guitarist Matt Long with the mighty international powerhouse band Catfish and continues to work with them on a new project, ‘Burning Rope’ in 2025. Other recent highlights have included the band’s debut at the legendary Soho Pizza Express jazz club and headlining at the Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival, with sold-out debut shows at festivals and blues clubs around the country.
‘The Alex Voysey Blues Band’s performance on Tuesday night was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment they took to the stage it was evident that this band is something special’ Jace Media Music, Tuesday Night Music Club July 2024
Image @TonyCole
Advertisement
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
47-53 Bath Road, GL53 7HG Cheltenham, United Kingdom, 47-53 Bath Road, Cheltenham, GL53 7, United Kingdom,Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Tickets
