Mike Sanchez

Dereham Blues Festival once again pulls out all the stops to bring you a top-drawer headline act in the shape of boogie-woogie, rhythm and blues act Mike Sanchez and the Portions.

Featuring stellar support from blues and roots rock duo When Rivers Meet, the opening concert is one not to be missed.

Mike Sanchez's energetic and high-octane performances are renowned and the festival's opening concert will be a masterclass in rock n' roll blues performance, featuring some of his biggest hits that are sure to bring the house down.

Dereham Blues Festival continues to grow in popularity and stature, attracting top quality talent to the heart of Norfolk and rocking the town for five days straight each year. Mike Sanchez and the Portions will embody all that is great about the festival - fun, energy, passion and of course: fantastic blues-based music!

Dereham, the heart of Norfolk, it's where the beat is!