Kicking boots out of North Carolina USA, Preacher Stone’s high-octane, 200 proof, rock-n-roll guitar-driven songs about the common man with heart-wrenching smoky bar frequenting tales and the swagger of their live performances have earned them a legion of faithful fans known as “The Congregation”.
Having endeavoured through adversity in the past the brotherhood of the band is steeped in musical heritage, previously their song ‘Not Today’ was featured on two seasons of the hit TV series Sons of Anarchy and lengthy tours include across the United States, UK and Europe sharing stages with legendary household names such as Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top, Deep Purple and more to rapturous acclaim from fans and critics alike. The most recent album ‘V’ was released in 2024 garnering stellar reviews across the board including Maximum Volume Music confirming “Authentic to their very core. 8.5/10”, Metal Talk stating it’s “An album that demands attention” and Emerging Rock Bands imploring listeners to “Enjoy a proper rock and roll party. 9/10.” Their highly anticipated new album ‘By The Horns’ is set for release October 17 2025.
Tour support comes from
Revenant
Revenant brings a huge rock sound with a southern spin and have been compared to bands like Chris Cornell, Alter Bridge, and Black Stone Cherry.
Their debut EP ‘What A Time To Be Alive‘ was released to critical acclaim in 2024 and followed by the live album ‘What A Time To Be Live’ with Powerplay Magazine enthusing, “One of most refreshing and exciting sounds around” and are making waves on the live circuit having wowed at shows and festivals alike including Firevolt and the ever popular Maid of Stone, “a band in full command of their sound and audience” Jace Media. The sophomore EP ‘Best Medicine’ received rave reviews and gained them new fans; “Southern dirt, pensive twists and bright 70s flair.” Classic Rock Magazine. With such accolades, the southern UK rockers might just become your favourite new band and will release their next EP ‘Black Dogs And Sad Men’ October 10 2025.
Local support comes from
Tom Davies & The Bluebirds
Tom Davies & The Bluebirds: Formed in 2019, the band from Hampshire have performed around the UK & Eire at ticketed blues clubs, arts centres and numerous music festivals. Including performances at Dublin’s Button Factory and The Belfast’s Empire Theatre, opening for Eric Bell (Thin Lizzy). This year they will be performing to new audiences in Eastern Europe. The band have performed several times with the late Gary Moore’s family and friends to raise funds for his statue in Belfast.
In 2025 Tom, band leader and songwriter, was voted top 5 UK finalist ‘Young Blues Artist of the year’ and the band voted top 5 UK finalist ‘Emerging Blues Act of the year’ by the UK Blues Federation. The band’s first 5 track EP called ‘Devil’s High-water’ was released in 2024 and received radio airplays around the UK and the US. The band’s new album called ‘Angel on the Mississippi’ is due for release April 2026. The band have received critical acclaim regarding the band’s dynamic interplay, passion and skill, which has been recognised at a national level.
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