Willie and the Bandits Concerts

Experience Willie and the Bandits

Willie and the Bandits are a British blues-rock band formed in 2008, centered around guitarist and vocalist Willie Hale. Emerging from the Guildford, Surrey music scene, they quickly gained recognition for their high-energy live performances and Hale’s distinctive slide guitar playing. The band’s sound blends classic British blues influences – think early Fleetwood Mac and Peter Green – with a contemporary rock edge, often incorporating elements of Americana.

They've released four studio albums: *Home*, *Fractured*, *Glow*, and *Feast or Famine* (2023), each demonstrating evolving songwriting and instrumental prowess. Notably, *Glow* (2016) reached #1 on the UK Blues Chart. Willie and the Bandits have consistently toured extensively throughout the UK and Europe, supporting acts like Joe Bonamassa & Black Country Communion and headlining numerous festivals including the Great British Rock & Blues Festival.

Their music has received airplay on BBC Radio 2 and Planet Rock, solidifying their position as a prominent force in the modern British blues-rock landscape. Hale's guitar work is frequently praised for its emotive quality and technical skill, earning him respect within the guitar community.