The Robert Cray Band

The Grammy Award-winning godfather of the '80s blues revival (which ultimately led to U2's 'Rattle and Hum', although we'll forgive him that) returns to play at this year's Blues Fest. Cray is one the genre's most respected guitarists, although he deals in a more stripped-down sound than his previous, brassier tuneage of yore. Live, he's an arresting performer and marvellous band leader, so this is one you won't want to miss.