At The Cluny 2 in Newcastle upon Tyne: The Rigmarollers
Thursday, 18 March 2027 at The Cluny 2, Newcastle upon Tyne
About this event
On Thursday, 18 March 2027, The Rigmarollers comes to The Cluny 2 in Newcastle upon Tyne.
The Rigmarollers
"Best gig of the festival. You totally nailed it."
The Rigmarollers pack out exhilarating shows with their unique take on the blues. They're a popular live band with regular festival headliner slots and an ever growing following.
Their songs get national radio play, on Cerys Matthews' BBC Radio 2 Blues Show, and Jazz FM's Blues & Boogie.
Their third album will be out later this year, preceded by a new single later this summer.
Second album 21st Century Speakeasy included the popular singles The Duke of Rent and Mr Crawfish.
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A trio with a massive sound, they put vocals, harmonica, guitar and sousaphone over an irresistible backbeat — it's Original Blues with a New Orleans groove.
They are Ed Hopwood on vocals, harmonica and percussion, Julian Marshall on guitar, and Ewan Penkey on sousaphone.
Together they bring the party wherever they play.
The Rigmarollers have been selling out gigs across London and the UK for the last seven years. Their festival CV includes: Sidmouth Jazz & Blues, Fire in the Mountain, Ealing Blues, Gloucester Cajun & Zydeco, The Idler, Purbeck Valley, Upton Blues, Bath & West Show, Bimble Bandada, Leek Blues & Americana, among many others.
"Really love that."
Cerys Matthews, The Blues Show, BBC Radio 2
"Upbeat. Lifts the mood."
David Freeman, Blues & Boogie, Jazz FM
"Check out The Rigmarollers. They're great!"
Deke Dickerson
"You guys really get it."
Robert Hokum. Ealing Blues Festival Founder
"Band of the festival."
Leek Blues and Americana
"Thanks for the BRILLIANT music. We really needed to dance!"
"Such a great band. Thank you for making our night AMAZING!"
"The Rigmarollers were a joy"
"The Rigmarollers are fantastic — best band I've seen in years"
Event details
- Date
- Thursday, 18 March 2027
- Time
- 19:30 – 23:00 local time
- Venue
- The Cluny 2
- Address
- 34 Lime Street, NE1 2PQ, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Price
- Price not announced yet
- Category
- Other Events
Venue & getting there
34 Lime Street, NE1 2PQ, Newcastle upon Tyne
How to get to The Cluny 2
- Byker railway stationTrain510 m
6 min walk - ManorsTrain830 m
10 min walk - Heaton railway stationTrain880 m
11 min walk
Parking
4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 130 m away.
Hotels near The Cluny 2
- The Glassworks200 mCheck prices
- Week2Week Serviced Apartments340 mCheck prices
- Hotel du Vin350 mCheck prices
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Your visit to The Cluny 2
- Date
- Thursday, 18 March 2027
- Starts
- 19:30
- Getting there
- Byker railway station (train), 510 m – about 6 min on foot
- Parking
- 4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 130 m away
- Staying nearby
- 10 hotels within walking distance; the closest is The Glassworks (200 m)
Also at The Cluny 2 that week
Good to know
When is “The Rigmarollers”?
The Rigmarollers takes place on Thursday, 18 March 2027 at 19:30 local time.
Where is “The Rigmarollers” held?
Venue: The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, NE1 2PQ, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.
How much are tickets for “The Rigmarollers”?
Prices have not been published yet. Follow the ticket link for the latest information from the official seller.
Where can I buy tickets for “The Rigmarollers”?
Tickets are sold through the official listing linked on this page, where you can check availability and the final price.
How do I get to The Cluny 2 by public transport?
The closest stop is Byker railway station (train), 510 m from The Cluny 2 – roughly 6 minutes on foot.
Can I park near The Cluny 2?
There are 4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 130 m away.






