Ray Cashman & Lucy Piper
Mississippi singer, songwriter, and guitarist Ray Cashman has spent more than three decades crafting his own brand of raw, blues-driven American roots music. With a powerful voice, masterful finger picking, amplified foot percussion, and storytelling steeped in the Southern tradition, Cashman’s songs bridge the gap between front-porch authenticity and modern grit.
For the last 15 years, Cashman has toured Western Europe annually, building a loyal audience and earning a reputation as a captivating live performer. His shows balance hard-hitting, original blues-oriented songs with the kind of fiery musicianship that comes only from a lifetime on the road.
Beyond the stage, Cashman’s music has reached international audiences through television and motion picture placements, bringing his distinctive sound to screens worldwide. His discography reflects a dedication to songwriting and performance that is both timeless and relevant, showcasing the evolution of an artist deeply rooted in tradition yet unafraid to carve new paths.
With a career that has taken him across the United States and around the globe, Cashman continues to push forward, seeking new audiences and new opportunities for collaboration in Europe and beyond. Whether in an intimate club, a festival stage, or a packed theater, he delivers songs that resonate—music born of experience, soul, and an unshakable connection to the blues.
Lucy Piper on drums is "one of the UK's leading blues drummers" - The Guardian. Residing in Exeter, Devon, Lucy is the daughter of the late blues guitarist Julian Piper, widely acknowledged as a leading UK authority on blues. Julian played guitar on Lazy Lester's 1987 album Rides Again which won a Blues Music Award, universally recognized as the highest award in blues music.
In 2019 and 2020 Lucy worked with double Grammy Award winning Ruf Records on their annual ‘Blues Caravan’, as well as appearing on USA based Ryan Perry's album 'High Risk, Low Reward' which was nominated for a Blues Music Award in 2020.
Lucy is well known on the scene for her unique style and ability, and has played with the likes of Ben Waters, Mississippi Macdonald, and James Oliver as well as spending time in the USA playing alongside musicians such as Watermelon Slim, Robert Kimbrough Sr. and Leo 'Bud' Welch.
Ray and Lucy first met in Clarksdale, Mississippi, in 2016, connecting over their mutual love of the Blues. Since then, both have gone on to develop their musical careers in their homelands, with both musicians touring and performing across America and Europe. This will be their first time touring together in the UK, featuring songs off Ray’s latest album ‘Redemption Road’
