LONDON: Green Note

SUN 26TH APR, 2009 7pm

A very special collaboration of two great musicians from contrasting backgrounds, brought together through a passion for playing blues slide guitar and many years of mutual admiration for each others’ work.

Louisiana Red was born in Alabama in 1932 and is one of the last great bluesmen still performing. Red earned his place in the blues via the harsh realities of life and by learning his craft from the fathers and grandfathers of the blues; Son House, Elmore James, Lightnin’ Hopkins, Arthur Crudup, Robert Nighthawk, Muddy Waters. B.B King & John Lee Hooker, to name just a few!
From the old acoustic delta sounds of Robert Johnson, all the way to the urban electric Chicago style of his mentor Muddy Waters and beyond, Louisiana Red’s great versatility shines.

Michael Messer was born in Middlesex in 1956 and is recognized as one of the leading slide guitarists and blues innovators around the world. The American magazine, ‘Spirit’ listed Michael as one of the greatest slide guitarists ever alongside Duane Allman and Ry Cooder. Michael Messer’s accolades include a US number one blues album in 2001 and the award for ‘Best International Blues Guitar Album’ in 2003.

www.louisiana-red.com www.michaelmesser.co.uk


PLEASE NOTE: the venue comprises both seated and standing space. There are a limited number of tables. These are allocated on a first come first served basis, with priority given to diners. If you’d like a table, please ensure you arrive early (doors open 7pm).

Music starts at 9pm. NO ENTRY AFTER 9.30pm.