Come and see a stripped down version of the band!! An intimate lunchtime show at this top festival!!
“Kicking off the afternoon were the blues-based band Mike Bowden & A917. Singer, songwriter and storyteller Mike a Salford lad, but now living in Scotland, fronts the Scottish band on vocals and acoustic guitar. He is ably supported by Les Cowley on electric slide guitar, Martin Rhydderch on keys, Sean Walker on bass and Big Vern Seymour on percussion. They received a well deserved standing ovation at the end of their set after a stunning performance of ‘off the wall’ blues, mostly self-penned by Mike. A band with true ‘entertainment’ as their middle name.” - Rosy Greer
— Carlisle Blues Festival
Following a hard won, but decisive victory over Big C, Mike Bowden returns with a new and exciting project... Conjured out of the magical atmosphere that pervades the East Neuk of Fife come Mike Bowden & the A917
This five piece, original, song driven band, have been honing their individual sound up and down the east coast of Scotland, culminating in gigs at prestigious Edinburgh venues, Stramash, and the Voodoo Rooms. They have since performed in England and Wales, and are recently received rave reviews for their performance at Carlisle Blues Festival . The band will be touring extensively in 2020. The songs reveal many influences, but remain rooted in the blues. Mike, and long time drummer/percussionist friend, Big Vern, have taken the legacy left by Blue Swamp and moved it forward with the aid of some fine musicians..... Martin Rhydderch (keyboard), Les Cowley (slide guitar and vocal), and Sean Walker (bass)
The music on this page is taken from the album 'Gravy Train'
The live set is punctuated with Mike's hilarious between song banter! … We are now booking for 2020 …. so give us a call!!
Telephone: 01333 739124 Email: monansmike@sky.com or fill in the contact form on this site
“I particularly loved Mike Bowden & The A917 Band, just quality throughout the band and Mike’s powerful voice along with Pete MacLeod’s driving bass had me bopping in my chair, I’d recommend them to any blues club or festival as they really deliver the goods. ”
— Stuart Stott .... Blues Photographer
Gigs
Previous events
a great gig, at a well respected venue
Come and meet our new guitarist, John Hall … Free Admission
Monthly celebration of local food and drink at this complex. Music this month provided by Mike Bowden & the A917
Afternoon gig at one of the best festivals in the UK
Mike Bowden & the A917 join Liz Jones, John Bruce, and the rest of Broken Windows for their regular gig at this prestigious venue
Mike Bowden & the A917
East Neuk Hotel, Crail
Last gig at this pub before it closes for refurbishment
Boathouse Sunday Social
Boathouse, Anstruther
Weekly open mic at a great venue. This week hosted by Richard 'Scruff' Parkinson & Mike Bowden …. Expect performances from various members of the A917
Blues bar that hosts some of the best bands in the UK
Supporting the Stevie Nimmo Trio for Edinburgh Blues Club
Mike Bowden & the A917
Burnturk Village Hall, Burnturk
Small but perfectly formed venue … Sure to be a sell out!
Great venue, great audience on the Isle of Bute
Great food, local beer, fabulous music!!
One of the best venues in the UK … plus special guests, Scruff & Jeff Adm £15.00 Doors open 7.30 pm First Band onstage at 8
Hosting the Sunday Social
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Runaway Child 6:150:00 / 6:15
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Fat Cat 6:140:00 / 6:14
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0:00 / 4:39
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Sorry 4:450:00 / 4:45