Ben Macnair

Review: Stevie Nimmo at the Lichfield Guildhall
By Ben Macnair on January 29, 2018
The singer-songwriter Stevie Nimmo and his band gave a masterclass in modern blues when they made their debut at Lichfield Guildhall.
Review: Paul Jones and Dave Kelly at the Lichfield Guildhall
By Ben Macnair on January 12, 2018
Take two leading blues musicians who started their careers in the 1960s, add in a sold out audience, and Lichfield Arts started 2018 in great...
Review: The Sleaze Brothers at the Lichfield Guildhall
By Ben Macnair on January 1, 2018
It is a truth universally acknowledged, that there ain’t no party like a Sleaze Brothers party - and the talented band proved it once again.
Review: The Dylan Project at the Lichfield Guildhall
By Ben Macnair on December 26, 2017
Take some of the best known folk and rock songs of the past 50 years, add some of the country's most talented folk and rock...
Review: Another Christmas Carol at The Coffin Works
By Ben Macnair on December 26, 2017
It is Christmas Eve and the local gathering of the Ghost Club has joined Charles Dickens for an evening of chilling entertainment.
Review: A Different Thread and The Moulettes at the Lichfield Guildhall
By Ben Macnair on December 18, 2017
A local group who are soon off to tour in America and a band who are currently touring the country brought their contrasting sounds and...
Review: Crimes on the Christmas Express at the Lichfield Garrick
By Ben Macnair on December 11, 2017
Slapstick, knowing and affectionate nods towards Agatha Christie, John Buchan, Bourne and Bond, and more than enough snowflakes will be found on the Christmas Express...
Review: King Pleasure and the Biscuit Boys at Lichfield Guildhall
By Ben Macnair on December 4, 2017
With a fervent following built up over nearly 30 years, it was no surprise that the by now traditional December gig for King Pleasure and...
Review: Chris Rea at Birmingham Symphony Hall
By Ben Macnair on December 4, 2017
You know what you are getting from a Chris Rea performance. Virtuoso slide guitar, gravelly, road worn vocals, a great backing band, and songs about...
Review: Afro Celt Sound System and Dhol Foundation at Birmingham Town Hall
By Ben Macnair on November 19, 2017
The musical collectives Afro Celt Sound System and Dhol Foundation are not known for being shrinking violets.