Hard Travellin’: Dave Kelly and Bob Hall featuring Hilary Blythe

An evening with some of the finest contemporary acoustic artists

Expect original songs, fascinating stories, great blues and even a little country from three world class entertainers. 

Dave Kelly, singer, guitarist and songwriter, is a founder member of The Blues Band and a UK Blues Federation Lifetime achievement award winner. Dave has toured with Howlin' Wolf and John Lee Hooker, recorded with Son House and played with Buddy Guy & Muddy Waters. A phenomenal slide guitar player, his eclectic repertoire includes many of his own songs and some classic hits. 

Singer/songwriter, pianist and mandolinist, Bob Hall, with his wife and stage partner singer/guitarist/bassist Hilary Blythe, are a formidable, combination. Acknowledged as Britain's premier boogie woogie pianist, Bob has over 100 recorded albums and more than 100 published compositions to his credit. A multi-award winner, Bob was a founder member of The Groundhogs and Savoy Brown and has led highly successful bands Tramp, Rocket 88 and The British Blues All Stars, which included members of The Rolling Stones, Manfred Mann and Fleetwood Mac. He continues to tour and entertain with his sparkling technique, carefully crafted lyrics and dry humour. 

In addition to her rock steady bass Hilary is a fine finger-style acoustic guitarist and an outstanding silvery-toned singer. With Bob accompanying on mandolin and Dave on slide guitar Hilary delivers an enthralling selection of blues and country folk classics.