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Coming to The International in December 2025
Starts 8.15pm (2 Sets)
Aynsley Lister has been at the top of the Blues scene for over two decades, billed as one of the most exciting contemporary Blues
guitarists around today. Known not only for his exceptional guitar playing, he is also a highly regarded songwriter whose passion for music crosses genres, effortlessly combining blues, soul, Americana, rock and sometimes even pop elements.
Aynsley Lister will be leading his band through a sensational set, performing songs from the highly acclaimed new release, along with
fan favourites from the past.
For fans of: Gary Clarke Jnr., Eric Clapton, The Black Keys, John Mayer, Tedeschi Trucks
“Superb” – The Times
“Masterful and measured songwriting” - R2 Magazine
“A quite marvellous guitarist of passion and strength, and with a fine distinctive voice” - Record Collector Magazine
“Aynsley really knows how to shape a solo, when to hold back and when to step on the gas… Fine songs, a top-notch band, powerful
production and a mix of great tones this is British blues at its finest, but with a catchy rock edge.” - Guitar Techniques Magazine
This gig is at The International
The Milk Men play a dynamic mix of originals as well as some classic blues and r'n'b
Originally a four-piece before becoming five, Leicester's own Hell’s Addiction formed in 2010, with their first album, the triumphant Raise Your Glass arriving in 2013.
In 2015, they started work on their penultimate album – ‘Broken’. Released in July 2016 it received critical acclaim across the board. Their long awaited album 'Nine O'Clock Horses' delivered their trademark sound in spades, filled with anthemic crowd pleasers, and it was with some surprise that the band announced they were calling it a day at the beginning of 2024.
A sell-out 'one-off' gig at the Musician last December brought the band out of hiatus and they're back once again to kick off the Christmas festivities! Demand is once again expected to be high.
Doors 7.30pm Starts 8.15pm ( two sets)
Since arriving on the tribute scene as "Slyde Alive", Slade UK have left fans open mouthed with the accuracy of their show. Once thought impossible, Slade UK recreate the experience of a real Slade show with all the power of the original band. Once seen, never forgotten. Relive a time when Noddy and the lads were the best live rock & roll band in the world.
Highlights so far - being chosen to open for the legendary Roy Wood of Wizzard on his 2013 Christmas tour, appearing on the main stage of Tribfest 2014, meeting Don Powell and finding out Mr Noddy Holder himself approves.
