
Blues Evening – Wetherby Festival Event
Fri 9 Oct
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16°C · 82% rain
Rain very likely — waterproofs, not just a brolly.
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The TBA venue in Leeds hosts a musical evening dedicated to the legacy of 20th-century blues giants on 10 October 2026. Reno Sparks leads the night by performing arrangements of iconic tracks from legends such as Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, and BB King. The programme draws upon the deep roots and soulful energy of artists including Albert King, J.J. Cale, and others. Ticket prices are available on the website.
RENO SPARKS Reno Sparks will be once again putting their stamp on numbers from some of the 20th century blues giants blues greats such as Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, Albert King, BB King, JJ Cale, Jimmy Reed and more. The band features four very seasoned musicians – Travis Riley (guitar, vocals, harmonica), Sean Christie (guitar), Nick Leggett (Upright bass, electric bass) and Peter Nickson (Drums). (https://www.facebook.com/renosparks2) DAVID BROAD David’s playing is seeped in the tradition of American folk and blues guitar, from the rags of Blind Blake and Reverend Gary Davis, to the delta blues of Robert Johnson and Charley Patton. He is also an accomplished harmonica player in the country blues tradition of Sonny Boy Williamson I and Sonny Terry. His involvement with the Lindy Hop scene nudged him in the direction of early jazz and swing, but the standards Louis Armstrong may have sung still posses a rural quality. He cut his teeth playing in country and folk bands and will still play the odd bluegrass number if the feeling takes him. His reworking of traditional songs breathes new life into well worn standards and his original compositions that give a nod to the rootsy side of Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen and Townes Van Zandt. He also plays with his own trio, in Hailbails and with Serious Sam Barrett. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidbroadmusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidwbroad/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DavidBroadMusic
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Blues Evening – Wetherby Festival Event takes place on Friday, 9 October 2026. The event runs until Saturday, 10 October 2026.
Blues Evening – Wetherby Festival Event is held at Leeds.
The forecast for Blues Evening – Wetherby Festival Event is Light drizzle · high 16°C, low 10°. Rain very likely — waterproofs, not just a brolly.
Tickets for Blues Evening – Wetherby Festival Event can be booked via visitleeds.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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The TBA venue in Leeds hosts a musical evening dedicated to the legacy of 20th-century blues giants on 10 October 2026. Reno Sparks leads the night by performing arrangements of iconic tracks from legends such as Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, and BB King. The programme draws upon the deep roots and soulful energy of artists including Albert King, J.J. Cale, and others. Ticket prices are available on the website.
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RENO SPARKS Reno Sparks will be once again putting their stamp on numbers from some of the 20th century blues giants blues greats such as Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, Albert King, BB King, JJ Cale, Jimmy Reed and more. The band features four very seasoned musicians – Travis Riley (guitar, vocals, harmonica), Sean Christie (guitar), Nick Leggett (Upright bass, electric bass) and Peter Nickson (Drums). (https://www.facebook.com/renosparks2) DAVID BROAD David’s playing is seeped in the tradition of American folk and blues guitar, from the rags of Blind Blake and Reverend Gary Davis, to the delta blues of Robert Johnson and Charley Patton. He is also an accomplished harmonica player in the country blues tradition of Sonny Boy Williamson I and Sonny Terry. His involvement with the Lindy Hop scene nudged him in the direction of early jazz and swing, but the standards Louis Armstrong may have sung still posses a rural quality. He cut his teeth playing in country and folk bands and will still play the odd bluegrass number if the feeling takes him. His reworking of traditional songs breathes new life into well worn standards and his original compositions that give a nod to the rootsy side of Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen and Townes Van Zandt. He also plays with his own trio, in Hailbails and with Serious Sam Barrett. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidbroadmusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidwbroad/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DavidBroadMusic
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When is Blues Evening – Wetherby Festival Event?
Blues Evening – Wetherby Festival Event takes place on Friday, 9 October 2026. The event runs until Saturday, 10 October 2026.
Where is Blues Evening – Wetherby Festival Event taking place?
Blues Evening – Wetherby Festival Event is held at Leeds.
What will the weather be like at Blues Evening – Wetherby Festival Event?
The forecast for Blues Evening – Wetherby Festival Event is Light drizzle · high 16°C, low 10°. Rain very likely — waterproofs, not just a brolly.
How do I get tickets for Blues Evening – Wetherby Festival Event?
Tickets for Blues Evening – Wetherby Festival Event can be booked via visitleeds.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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