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Festival Performers 2025

Bluez Katz Blues Band

Where blues meets soul, jazz flirts with rock, and legends are reborn—welcome to the world of the Bluez Katz!

With a pedigree that includes sharing stages with Van Morrison, Peter Green, Wilko Johnson, Paul Jones, Robben Ford, and Big Jack Johnson, the Bluez Katz Blues Band are more than just a band—they’re a blues fusion force that brings every shade of the genre to life. This isn’t just a gig; it’s a musical journey through the backstreets of Muddy Waters, the soul of Sonny Boy, the fire of Jimi Hendrix, and the groove of Herbie Hancock—all in one tight, electrifying package.

At the heart of the band is the talented Sands trio—Ian, James, and Sarah Sands—a family deeply rooted in the blues, backed by the groove powerhouse rhythm section of Laurence Dugan (bass) and David Breen (drums). Together, they deliver a sound that’s raw, refined, and totally irresistible.

Expect a set packed with sultry sax, smoky vocals, sizzling guitar, and a rhythm that’ll make your heart race. Whether it’s slow-burning soul or hard-hitting electric blues, the Bluez Katz know how to bring it—and then some.

Catch their special festival quintet acoustic set at The Town Hall as they set the scene of the amazing Mary Coughlin

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Bluez Katz Blues Band Summer Festival tour 2025

Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival 2025 -

3rd May SATURDAY 6pm: AOH (Same as last year but early gig)

Sunday 4th :2pm Rocking Chair

7.30pm Da Vinci’s Hotel

26th Annual International Guinness Blues on the Bay Festival , Warrenpoint

23rd May 2025 - Warrenpoint Town Hall (Supporting Mary Coughlan)

24th May 2025 - Whistledown Hotel

25th May 2025 - The Posh Pig

Belfast Blues Festival June 2025

Whites Tavern 29th June

Armagh 7 Hills Blues Festival

Marketplace Theatre - 1st Aug

Carlingford Blues Cruise

Sunday evening 24th Aug 2025