Leading blues guitarist and songwriter Danny Bryant has chosen Belfast as one of just three cities for his hotly anticipated 9-piece big band album release shows.
The “BIG in Europe” blues concert, being held at The Belfast Empire on 27 April, is the first of the special performances and the only date on the island of Ireland.
With 11 albums under his belt, a live background spanning almost 20 years and a signature guitar, Danny Bryant is known as a British blues legend. His career has taken him across the United States and Asia, with his 3-piece band performing regularly at venues and festivals throughout Europe.
However, a big band performance has always been the dream and “BIG” sees that dream become reality. Danny’s drummer and bassist are joined by a rhythm guitarist, keyboardist and a 4-piece brass section. For a handful of shows three become nine and with it a new live album.
“This is something I have always wanted to do. We are mixing the old with the new and will be playing blues classics alongside modernising and re-presenting my own work in a classic ‘big band’ format!” Danny Bryant said.
The double-release album “BIG: LIVE IN EUROPE” was recorded in Germany and the Netherlands earlier in the year and features 11 re-workings of Bryant’s own tracks, alongside classic blues covers Otis Rush “Groaning The Blues” and Robert Johnson “Stop Breaking Down!”.
Belfast is one of just three special ‘big band’ performances scheduled to coincide with the release. Two other concerts take place in Edinburgh and London.
Danny said: “I love Belfast. I met my wife here 15 years ago. It’s a very special place for me and The Empire is a beautiful and friendly venue. I just hope we all fit on the stage, if not I’ll be joining you in the crowd!”
Tickets for Danny Bryant “BIG in Europe” at the Belfast Empire on Thursday 27 April are now available from Ticketmaster priced £15.00.
Find out more: www.DannyBryant.com