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https://www.lapfordmill.uk/event/kasper-lucy-blues-night

KASPAR & LUCY are two established musicians on the UK’s Blues scene who have come together to play the music we love!

An upbeat brand of Hill Country and Delta Blues which has its roots in Clarksdale, Mississippi – the location where the duo first met in 2019.

Dedicated to capturing the raw hypnotic energy you’d find in a traditional ‘Juke Joint’, both musicians are devoted to keeping this unique music alive, with an added fresh edge.

Kaspar plays regularly on the London Blues circuit and has made appearances at many of the leading UK’s Blues Festivals, both solo and with his band ‘The Swamp Dogs’. With his raw guitar sound, he has been described as a 100 year old blues man in the body of a 25 year old.

Lucy is well known on the scene as a session drummer, and has played with the likes of Ben Waters, Mississippi Macdonald, and James Oliver as well as spending time in the USA working with musicians such as Watermelon Slim & Robert Kimbrough Sr.

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The Radford Mill TANGLED BLUES Festival is a celebration of the blues in all its forms, from raw Delta sounds to electric grooves. Also known as Tangled Up In Blues, with a nod to Bob Dylan’s song “Tangled Up In Blue”, the festival brings together carefully selected local, national and international artists for an unforgettable weekend of soulful live performance. As well as artists performances the festival encourages participation with open stage spots and campfire sessions late into the night. Bring your instrument and your voice (acoustic only around the campfire – no amps and no drums is how we love it). The festival is intended to be a small scale and intimate affair, and ticket numbers will be limited to a maximum of 500. The festival takes place in the beautiful grounds of Radford Mill Farm on the edge of Timsbury, south west of the City of Bath. The festival grounds are bisected by the Cam Brook and have been landscaped to include a small amphitheatre area, fire pit and many lovely spots for enchanting and memorable experiences.

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Seattle-based americana band Massy Ferguson is known for songs that explore stories that come from miles between small-town youth and the complications of growing up. Their music often highlights the blue collar aspects of American life with sounds crafted by songwriters Ethan Anderson and Adam Monda, notably featured on albums like their recent acclaimed You Can't Tell Me I'm Not What I Used to Be, which charted in the Top 40 on the US Americana charts in 2025-26 and recently landed them a showcase slot in Nashville's famed AmericanaFest.

If Massy Ferguson's previous records unfolded like soundtracks for loud, lively evenings at the bar, then You Can't Tell Me I'm Not What I Used To Be explores a different sort of sonic real estate. This is the band's cinematic version of rootsy American music, produced by Damien Jurado — an idiosyncratic folksinger celebrated for his craft as much as his unpredictability — and filled with vintage tones, analog production, lush instrumentation, and the sharp songwriting that's always been the bedrock of Massy Ferguson's music.

Nearly 20 years into their career, Massy Ferguson haven't just established a sound — they've reached past it, too, turning a new page in a story that continues to be written.

"Vintage rock & roll approach...quite indelibly cool. There’s Eddie & the Cruisers in their forte, some Jason & The Scorchers & Del-Lords in their attitude" AMERICANA HIGHWAYS
"Massy Ferguson have proudly planted their boots on both sides of the country-rock divide, carving out their own brand of amplified Americana along the way" NO DEPRESSION

A collaboration between Kaspar Berry Rapkin & Lucy Piper sees two established musicians from the UK's Blues scene come together to play the upbeat Hill Country & Delta Blues from the land where they first met, Clarksdale, Mississippi.

Dedicated to capturing the raw hypnotic energy you'd find in a traditional 'Juke Joint', both musicians are devoted to keeping this unique music alive, with an added fresh edge.

Kaspar and Lucy believe that the genre deserves a larger audience and are determined to showcase its power, authenticity, and irresistible groove to new listeners and dedicated blues fans alike.

Tickets available here:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/kaspar-lucy-plus-andy-twyman-tickets-1990558045699?aff=oddtdtcreator

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KASPAR & LUCY

A collaboration between Kaspar Berry Rapkin & Lucy Piper sees two established musicians from the UK's Blues scene come together to play the upbeat Hill Country & Delta Blues from the land where they first met - Clarksdale, Mississippi. Dedicated to capturing the raw hypnotic energy you'd find in a traditional 'Juke Joint', both musicians are devoted to keeping this unique music alive, with an added fresh edge.

Hailing from St Albans and Exeter, Kaspar plays regularly on the London Blues circuit as well as at many of the leading UK's Blues Festivals, both solo and with his band 'The Swamp Dogs', whilst Lucy is well known on the scene for her role as a Blues session Drummer, and has played with the likes of Ben Waters, Mississippi Macdonald, and James Oliver, as well as many American Blues artists out in the Delta, such as Watermelon Slim and Robert Kimbrough Sr. Her late father was Blues Musician & Music journalist Julian Piper, who she also played with, in his band 'Junkyard Angels'.

Kaspar and Lucy believe that the genre deserves a larger audience and are determined to showcase its power, authenticity, and irresistible groove to new listeners and dedicated blues fans alike.

ANDY TWYMAN:

Andy Twyman's one man band act is a unique blend of deep blues with comedy and rock & roll. The result is a show packed with heart and humour. Andy has found a place as one of the most original acts on the circuit today. His distinct style has been heard and seen at Glastonbury Festival, on BBC Radio 2 and Channel 4.

Andy first took to the stage aged 12 in pubs and clubs, with his guitar, voice and harmonica, performing solo and jamming with local musicians including Rory Graham (aka Rag and Bone Man). Before hitting 18, he had gigged as a solo act in top London venues including The Jazz Café and 100 Club. Driven to create a distinctive and exciting act, Andy learnt to play foot operated drums, giving his songs a beat to get people on their feet. Drawing on influences as diverse as Muddy Waters and Monty Python he developed a one man band show.

Tickets available here:

https://exeterphoenix.org.uk/events/mississippi-macdonald/

BSW are thrilled to present Mississippi MacDonald, one of England’s finest Soul-Blues singer songwriters and guitarists, to Exeter Phoenix.

A 3x UK Blues Award Winner and Take me to the River All Star, in 2025 and 2024 he won awards for both Traditional Blues Artist Of The Year and Acoustic Blues Act Of The Year.

Since his signing to APM Records in 2021, he has appeared on BBC Radio 2’s Blues Show with Cerys Matthews and has played extensively in the UK and the USA, including a Washington State Blues Society showcase on Beale Street during the International Blues Challenge, appearances on King Biscuit Time (Helena AK), and Radio Memphis.

In May 2024, Mississippi was part of the Take Me To The River All Stars along with William Bell (Stax Records), the legendary Hi Rhythm section, Jools Holland and Eric Gales. Mississippi’s first record for APM, “Do Right, Say Right” was named in the top 10 Blues Albums of 2022 by Mojo Magazine. Since then, he has released further albums ‘Heavy State Loving Blues’ and ‘I got what
you need’.

Mississippi MacDonald’s blues are authentic, heartfelt, and reflect a lifetime of learning from the greats.