Errol Linton

Main Act: Errol Linton Band

Anyone interested in contemporary British blues/roots music will be aware of Errol Linton. The Brixton born, raised and resident singer, harmonica player and songwriter has earned his spurs as leader of the 'most dynamic live band in the UK' – making music that gets audiences dancing and cheering.

With a dynamic, original sound like no other artist, he plays funky stuff blues with a reggae tinge and jazz flavours. This is Black British music with roots in Mississippi and New Orleans, Kingston and London.

Errol started out busking and, for years, played in the London underground for tips. At the same time he led a band that played pubs and clubs, shebeens and parties, winning fans night after night. He won the UK Blues Challenge 2023 and represented the UK Blues Federation both at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, USA, and the European Blues…