Mississippi MacDonald
at Southey Brewery Co., London
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Prepare for an intimate evening of award-winning blues at the South Brewing Taproom! We're thrilled to host the phenomenal Mississippi MacDonald, with a special opening performance by the talented duo Fran McGillivray and Mike Burke.
Mississippi MacDonald, a London-based singer, guitarist, and songwriter, is a true rising star in the British soul/blues scene. His passion ignited early, fueled by his parents' record collection and legends like B.B. King and Al Green, earning him the nickname "Mississippi." MacDonald's influences run deep, including Albert Collins and soulful singers like ZZ Hill and O.V. Wright. He champions soulful expression over flashy theatrics, a hallmark of his music.
MacDonald's career has steadily ascended. His 2021 album, Do Right, Say Right, garnered widespread acclaim, and his 2023 release, Heavy State Loving Blues, cemented his status as a formidable talent. This led to a transformative experience: recording his 2024 album, Mississippi MacDonald with Hi Rhythm, at Memphis's iconic Royal Sound Studios with the legendary Hi Rhythm Section, who previously backed Al Green and others. With his fluid guitar work, distinctive voice, and songwriting prowess, Oliver "Mississippi" MacDonald is a compelling new voice in British soul-blues.
Don't miss this chance to experience exceptional blues in a cozy setting!
Mississippi MacDonald
Mississippi MacDonald is an English Soul-Blues singer/songwriter/guitarist. In 2024, he won 2 UK Blues Federation Awards – Traditional Blues Artist Of The Year and Acoustic Blues Act Of The Year. Since his signing to APM Records in 2021, he has appeared on BBC Radio 2’s Blues Show with Cerys Matthews and has played extensively in the UK and the US including a Washington State Blues Society showcase on Beale Street during the International Blues Challenge, appearances on King Biscuit Time (Helena AK), and Radio Memphis. He has recorded recently in the US with established artists Vaneese Thomas (Rufus Thomas), Benny Turner (Freddie King, Mighty Joe Young), and the Reverend Shawn Amos. In July and October 2023, Mississippi recorded 10 new tracks with Hi Rhythm (Al Green, Ann Peebles, Otis Clay) in Memphis at Royal Studios, with Grammy Award winning producer Boo Mitchell, for release later in 2024. In May 2024, Mississippi was part of the Take Me To The River All Stars along with William Bell (Stax), Hi Rhythm, Jools Holland and Eric Gales. Mississippi’s first record for APM, “Do Right, Say Right” was named in the top 10 Blues Albums of 2022 by Mojo Magazine, and was album of the year on HRH Blues Radio. Touring his second album for APM Records, Heavy State Loving Blues, he was appraised by Blues In Britain Magazine as “one of finest modern bluesmen in the U.K.” "...wholly authentic, he’s earned the right to claim the name” Living Blues, USA
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Southey Brewery Co.
21 Southey Street
Penge
London
SE20 7JD
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Southey Brewery Co.
21 Southey Street
Penge
London
SE20 7JD
- Website:
- southeybrewing.co.uk
See all events at Southey Brewery Co.
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on Thu 2 October 2025