The members of The Blues Band were already held in admiration by fans when they formed back in 1979, made up of Paul Jones (Manfred Mann), Dave Kelly, Tom McGuinness (The Roosters/Manfred Mann), Rob Townsend (McGuinness Flint/Medicine Head) and Gary Fletcher. Twenty five years later they continue to add followers. Acknowledged as being amongst the finest purveyors of Rhythm and Blues, they have inspired numerous other bands.