Our 2013 TOP SECRET BLUES FESTIVAL is spread over 6 days (Tuesday 19th - Sunday 24th March inclusive) and will feature many of the very best Rhythm & Blues Bands available including King King, The Producers, 24 Pesos, Derrin Nauendorf (Australia), Jo Harman, Grainne Duffy (Ireland), Harry Skinner & Dave Saunders, The Revolutionaires, Tom Townsend, Laura Welburn, Adams & Greaves, Tom Cocks & Karl Moon, and Rhythm Zoo.   The weekend alone (Friday to Sunday inclusive) features 10 top class bands + an extended Jam Session for just £48 !!

The headline band for the 1st night of our Festival is the incredible 24 Pesos !!  They opened our 2011 Festival and went down an absolute storm !! 

TUESDAY 19/03/2013

8.00 pm - Doors Open

8.30 pm - Tom Cox & Karl Moon

Talented York based duo Tom Cox (Harmonica) and Karl Moon (Guitar) will be known to many of you as the front men in the 'house rockin' harmonica led band TC & The Moneymakers.

9.30 pm - 24 Pesos

24 Pesos have a unique and energetic take on the Blues that has put them at the forefront of the UK blues scene.  They have been toted as "The UK's most exciting and original Blues band." by Maverick Magazine. 

They play original music, with virtuoso instrumentation, a joyous groove, and enough energy to bring the house down every night

The band burst on to the blues scene in 2008 with their raw and rootsy live shows and debut album The Boogie Worm. In 2010 they released their second album Busted Broken and Blue to great critical acclaim earning the band four nominations at the British blues awards including best band and best album.

The 'Secret Location' for the Festival is the Cellar Bar underneath the Cask Inn, Scarborough. Tickets can be ordered through our Voluntary Promoter - Mark Horsley - on 07956 925 925 or by using the 'Contact Us' section of this website.

THE UNIVERSITY OF HULL BUSINESS SCHOOL is sponsoring the 24 PESOS gig on Tuesday the 19th March.  Their generous sponsorship has enabled us to keep ticket prices to an absolute minimum. One word of caution however - there are only 90 tickets available for this gig.

The 2nd night of our TOP SECRET BLUES FESTIVAL is being promoted by our 'sister club' Scarborough Jazz!!  They share our venue at the Cask Inn and have been supporting live music in Scarborough for over 27 years !!  It's going to be a great night and . . . it's still blues all the way !!

WEDNESDAY 20/03/2013

8.00 pm - Doors Open

9.00 pm - Zoe Schwarz Blue Commotion

Zoe Schwarz and Rob Koral are the joint leaders of the celebrated Blue Commotion.  They were originally booked to appear as a duo but we are very pleased that the entire 6 piece band will now be appearing!!  It promises to be a wonderful night's entertainment.  Their latest CD is amazing !!

The full line up is Zoe Schwarz (vocals), Rob Koral (guitar), Si Genaro (harmonica & backing vocals), Paul Robinson (drums), Martin Longhawn (Funky Hammond Organ), and Phil Mulford (bass guitar).

The 'Secret Location' for the Festival is the Cellar Bar underneath the Cask Inn, Scarborough. Tickets can be ordered through our Voluntary Promoter - Mark Horsley - on 07956 925 925 or by using the 'Contact Us' section of this website.

The entire event is SPONSORED BY GUITAR GALLERIES of Bar Street, Scarborough. Their generous sponsorship has enabled us to keep ticket prices to an absolute minimum. The entire weekend (featuring 10 incredible bands) can, for instance, be experienced for just £48 !! One word of caution however - there are only 90 tickets available for each session, incliuding the weekend sessions.

The 3rd night of our TOP SECRET BLUES FESTIVAL will feature the incredible Adams & Greaves Band.

THURSDAY 21/03/2013

8.00 pm - Doors Open

9.00 pm - Adams & Greaves Band

Fronted by well known Scarborough duo Rich Adams (vocals / guitar) and Dave Greaves (vocals/ guitar), this band play a mixture of 60s style electric blues, rock & roots, and even some of Bob Dylan's blues.

Renownded local bluesman Tom Townsend (drums) and Nicky Boyes (bass) complete the line-up.

 The 'Secret Location' for the Festival is the Cellar Bar underneath the Cask Inn, Scarborough. Tickets can be ordered through our Voluntary Promoter - Mark Horsley - on 07956 925 925 or by using the 'Contact Us' section of this website.

The entire event is SPONSORED BY GUITAR GALLERIES of Bar Street, Scarborough. Their generous sponsorship has enabled us to keep ticket prices to an absolute minimum. The entire weekend (featuring 10 incredible bands) can, for instance, be experienced for just £48 !! One word of caution however - there are only 90 tickets available for each session, incliuding the weekend sessions.

The weekend of our TOP SECRET BLUES FESTIVAL (Friday night to Sunday night inclusive) features 10 top class acts + an extended Jam Session for just £48 !! 

Headliners include King King, The Producers, Derrin Nauendorf (Australia), Jo Harman, Grainne Duffy (Ireland), Harry Skinner & Dave Saunders, and The Revolutionaires.  They will be supported by The Tom Townsend Blues Band, Laura Welburn, and Rhythm Zoo.

We start the weekend with a wonderful 'double header' featuring the Irish blues rocker Grainne Duffy, followed by one of the UKs most popular blues bands - The Producers.

FRIDAY 22/03/2013

7.00 pm - Doors Open

7.45 pm - Grainne Duffy Band

"In a world of chick rockers Duffy is the real deal" (Classic Rock)

"An Irish blues singer of real integrity" (Sunday Times)

Awarded 2nd Place in 'International Vocalist of the Year 2012' (Blues Matters Writers Poll).

Not bad for the opening act of our 2013 Festival !!

9.45 pm - The Producers

The reformed version of legendary band The Producers includes original frontman Harry Skinner and bass player Dave Saunders. They are joined by Ray Drury on organ/piano and Biff Smith on Drums and percussion.   This is a truly great blues band !!

The 'Secret Location' for the Festival is the Cellar Bar underneath the Cask Inn, Scarborough. Tickets can be ordered through our Voluntary Promoter - Mark Horsley - on 07956 925 925 or by using the 'Contact Us' section of this website.

The entire event is SPONSORED BY GUITAR GALLERIES of Bar Street, Scarborough. Their generous sponsorship has enabled us to keep ticket prices to an absolute minimum. The entire weekend (featuring 10 incredible bands) can, for instance, be experienced for just £48 !! One word of caution however - there are only 90 tickets available for each session, incliuding the weekend sessions

The Saturday of our TOP SECRET BLUES FESTIVAL features five incredible bands, including an acoustic set from Harry Skinner & Dave Saunders and a 'double header' featuring Australian bluesman Derrin Nauendorf followed by a rising star of the British music scene Jo Harman and Company.

 SATURDAY 23/03/2013

12.00 pm - Doors Open

1.00 pm - Harry Skinner & Dave Saunders

A classy acoustic set from Harry and Dave (from The Producers).  Expect something completely different from the night before, but with the same level of professionalism and some truly wonderful acoustic blues.

2.30 pm  - Tom Townsend Blues Band

The Tom Townsend Blues Band are well known in Scarborough.  They have been the resident band at the Scarborough Blues Club for over 4 years.  One reason, they are the very best and they are finally getting the recognition they deserve.

4.00 pm - Laura Welburn Band

Scarborough's most popular and talented lady of the blues. Expect lots of classic soul and blues numbers from this incredible young lady.  She will be accompanied by members of the Tom Townsend Blues Band (see previous set)

6.00 pm - Doors Close

7.00 pm - Doors Open

7.45 pm - Derrin Nauendorf (Australia)

Derrin Nauendorf is a world class bluesman with an International reputation.

9.45 pm - Jo Harman & Company

A rising star on the British music scene.  Not just a Blues artist.  A star in the making with numerous apperances on the TV, radio, etc.  She is being pursued by record companies galore but refuses to sell her soul to the devil!  Don't miss her.

The Sunday of our TOP SECRET BLUES FESTIVAL features three top class bands + an extended Jam Session involving over a dozen blues artists from across the North of England , The day ends with an incredible nights entertainment from The Revolutionaires and the incredible King King (featuring Alan Nimmo).

SUNDAY 24/03/2013

12.00 pm - Doors Open

1.00 pm - Extended Jam Sesssion

An extended Jam Session, led by Townsend, Paul Tilley, Mark Gordon, Nick Boyes, and featuring many excellent blues artists from across the North of England including Dave Kemp (Sax), Tom Cocks (Harmonica & Vocals), Karl Moon (Guitar), Dave Greaves (Guitar & Vocals), Rich Adams (Guitar & Vocals), Rob McKay (Flute), Lisa Pinkney (Sax), Laura Welburn (Vocals), Bob Walker (Bass), and Tariq Emam (Drums).

4.00 pm - Rhythm Zoo

An excellent Shropshire based band that is gaining a reputation at Festivals throughout the UK.

6.00 pm - Doors Close

7.00 pm - Doors Open

7.45 pm - The Revolutionaires

One of the most lively R&B bands you are ever likely to see.  Now touring throughout Europe.

9.45 pm - King King (featuring Alan Nimmo)

Multi-award winning and widely regarded as one of the very best R&B bands in Europe.  They have headlined Festivals throughout the UK and normally bring the house down!!