Quite simply the biggest character on the British rhythm and blues scene since the early 1960s
Zoot formed the first incarnation of the Big Roll band in 1961.
In addition, Zoot has featured with (amongst others) the Grimms, Ellis, Centipede, Kevin Coyne and Kevin Ayers, plus a brief stint with Eric Burdon’s American-based New Animals. In 1980 he signed up to Paul McCartney’s label, MPL, to record the Jim Diamond-produced Mr. Money. In addition to his live music and acting talents Zoot is no mean songwriter – his song ‘It Never Rains But It Pours’ was recorded by Jimmy Witherspoon, for example, and he has also written for such artists as Lulu, Maggie Bell and Long John Baldry.

Slim Chance has its origin in the early 70's, formed by the legendary and brilliant songwriter, Ronnie Lane, who had been a mainstay of both the Small Faces and The Faces.
Slim Chance today is a tight band of good friends, which has evolved around three original members of Ronnie's band - Steve Bingham, Charlie Hart and Steve Simpson. They will be joined by Brendan O'Neill, Frank Mead and Des Horsfall. Together they will deliver a unique and entertaining show, both joyous and of a high musical calibre.

As the son of the legendary Jack Bruce, Malcolm has a deep well to draw from when it comes to the Blues and Rock traditions. This special show will take a look at the history of British rhythm and blues, from the early days of Alexis Korner’s Blues Incorporated, through The Graham Bond Organisation, John Mayall, Cream and beyond, taking the tradition forward into uncharted territory.
With a very special guest lineup to be announced.