01/05/2026
Next Friday May 8th - The fabulous Thomas Atlas (formally Tom Walker), will be joining the Vice-Bishops at Doveridge Village Club
Tom did a great set for us last year highlighting some of his brilliant original material.
A truly gifted guy in every department.
Music starts 9.15
£5 on the door (You won't see him cheaper. :))
Press Release -
Thomas Atlas is a versatile British guitarist, vocalist, and gifted songwriter, who has navigated a captivating musical odyssey. He started his career by touring the UK and USA with Soul and Blues ensembles, and later embarked on a solo trajectory that marked a defining shift. With the infusion of talent from "The Brand New Heavies," including the trumpet virtuoso Bryan Corbett, which reshaped his musical trajectory, with performances at Ronnie Scott’s, The 100 Club, Birmingham Town Hall, and the esteemed Birmingham Symphony Hall. A residency at Jools Holland’s The Jam House cemented his reputation as one of the country’s finest exponents of blues/funk
2021 saw the release of his first album, boasting ten tracks inspired by such luminaries as Maceo Parker and George Duke. Among the standout tracks, "Juice" emerged as a shining beacon. Handpicked by Spotify for their eminent 'All Funked Up' playlist, the song amassed a staggering 300k streams, catapulting Atlas into the global spotlight. The intoxicating funk fusion in "Juice" served as a conduit to introduce his artistry to a diverse and expansive audience.
Since then His journey has taken him to stages across the globe, captivating audiences with his magnetic performances. Notably, he has graced numerous festivals, including the vibrant Party in the Park, the Dartmouth Music Festival, and prestigious events like the Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival, The Great British Rock & Blues Festival and The Giants of Rock Festival is among the many others that have witnessed his spirited presence.
Thomas will be doing a solo set and for the finale will join the bishops for some good old fashioned blues rock classics.
https://www.thomasatlas.com/