Walklate & Lawley
Matt & Phred's64 Tib Street
Tue 22 Sept · 20:00
About this event
Doors: 6pm / Gig 8-11pm Happy Hour: ALL NIGHT, 6-11pm Free Entry BOOK A TABLE (FREE) Booking a table is recommended, but you can just turn up if you’re happy standing. For bookings of 9+ guests, or if you’d prefer a phone reservation, call 0161 273 5495 (10am-5pm Mon-Fri) / 0161 831 7002 (5-11pm Mon-Sat). Mat Walklate and James Lawley are two of the most highly regarded Blues musicians in the North, and have regularly performed at Matt & Phred’s both as a duo and within other full bands, notably with the great Franny Eubank. Mat Walklate is a forceful, dynamic harmonica-player, with a rich, soulful baritone Blues singing style, with which he brings a sensational mix of classic melodious Blues tunes and original numbers to the stage. James Lawley is a scintillating, powerful guitarist; a stalwart of the Manchester blues scene, James has played with almost everybody and to each performance brings his undeniable prowess, unfailingly wowing audiences with the sheer skill he plays with - it really is something to experience. Together, this highly acclaimed duo will set the stage alight with a varied mix of classic Blues songs. In such a wonderfully intimate setting, whether you’re a Blues lover or new to the genre, you’re sure to absolutely love this performance. Plus, it’s HAPPY HOUR 6-11PM - that means buy 2 drinks and get a whole FREE PIZZA or get 2 house cocktails for just £15!

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