Martin Barre

Martin Barre, Jethro Tull’s guitarist for over 43 years. His sound and playing was a major factor in their success. Album sales have exceeded 60 million units and they continue to be played worldwide, representing an important part of classic rock history. Martin’s guitar playing has earned him a high level of respect and recognition. His solos were voted 25th best solo ever in the USA and 20th best solo ever in the UK for his playing on Aqualung. His playing on the album Crest of a Knave earned him a Grammy award in 1989. As well as numerous Jethro Tull albums, Martin has worked with many other artists including Paul McCartney, Phil Collins, Gary Moore, Joe Bonamassa and Chris Thompson and has shared the stage with such legends as Jimi Hendrix, Fleetwood Mac, Pink Floyd, and Led Zeppelin. PLEASE NOTE: This is a PRE-FESTIVAL EVENT and not included within the Festival Week Tickets and must be purchased separately.

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    Latest Past Events

    Later at the PAV with 3 Daft Monkeys

    Concerts and Dance at Pavilion on the Sands Harbour Street, Broadstairs

    “Brilliantly bonkers world folk festival favourites” The Sunday Times “A 4-person festival… a force of nature” Mark Radcliffe BBC2. Based in Cornwall but reaching across continents, 3 Daft Monkeys are a genre-defying folk-world four-piece powerhouse. Combining Celtic and Cornish roots with fiery fiddle tunes, Balkan and Romani influences, punk-style sass and irresistible global rhythms, 3 […]

    Singaround with Tony & Lesley Petty

    Broadstairs Sailing Club 12 Harbour Street, Broadstairs

    Tony and Lesley Petty have enchanted audiences since 1996 with their close two-part a cappella harmonies. Their songs range from ghostly lovers to social injustice, internet dating and dodgy accountants, bringing humour and heart. They’ll host the singaround at the Sailing Club on Thursday 13th and Friday 14th August. Buy Tickets

    Suntou Susso and the Gambian Superstars (Supported by Morag Butler Quartet)

    Concerts at Queens Road Baptist Centre Queens Road, Broadstairs

    A master of the kora and a proud 74th-generation griot from The Gambia, Suntou Susso is a musician whose lineage stretches back centuries. His music acts as a breathtaking bridge between the deep, oral histories of West Africa and the modern, multicultural sounds of his current home in the UK. Suntou’s command of the 21-string […]