A MIXTURE of old favourites and first-timers have been lined-up to perform at this year’s Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival.

The festival will as usual be in Colne during the August Bank Holiday weekend.

The names include legendary Wilko Johnson, favourites Nine Below Zero, former Whitesnake guitarist Bernie Marsden, much-requested Dave Edmunds, rising British blues/rock trio Wille And The Bandits and American singer Nikki Hill.

Radio Lancashire will once again take over the proceedings on the Friday night, with a talented line-up, live broadcasts and celebrity interviews, while Monday will be Blues Matters Day, with the popular magazine taking charge of programming.

Visit bluesfestival.co.uk for further information.