Quite a few years back Toby and Dirk would host a session in the Brass Monkey Leith. And they would include me parping along on my Trombone. It was a fabulous session. Join us to hear a special mix of Blues and Americana, presented by our unique hosts; The Reverend M.D. Lumpipe and Professor CT Smash

Steel guitar player, singer, and raconteur Toby Mottershead takes you on a tour of old time blues and gospel music - showcasing his obsession with artists like Blind Willie McTell, Robert Johnson, Rev Gary Davis and many more.

“Sings the blues with a rough-grained eloquence.” The Scotsman’s Jim Gilchrist

★★★★

“His superb exhibition of early blues styles is a joy to behold.” **** Broadway Baby

“Toby Mottershead is the real deal.” Thomas Truax

“Impressing audiences with his passionate performances - this is definitely one to watch.” Thomas Compton - Edinburgh Guide

Fiddler Dirk Ronneburg spends alot of his time home-brewing beer, but he can also be spotted around Edinburgh performing with his gypsy-swing band, Viper Swing. Additionally, he is the resident fiddler in the genre-bending Cera Impala & the New Prohibition. He and Toby met in the Edinburgh session scene a few years ago and formed a musical friendship based on a deep respect for roots and blues music, but haven't seen much of each other since!