British Acoustic Blues, Americana & Roots
Madrid · 14 November 2026
Cole & Ward are an accomplished British roots duo whose performances bring together blues, Americana, folk and original songwriting with warmth, humour and outstanding musicianship.
Mark Cole is a highly experienced singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, known for his work with Sons of the Delta and The Jigantics. His expressive vocals, guitar playing and songwriting provide a rich foundation for the duo's music.
Liam Ward is an award-winning harmonica player, vocalist and official Hohner artist. His imaginative harmonica playing adds energy, subtlety and musical surprises to their performances.
Together, Mark and Liam have developed an engaging musical partnership in which instruments, songs and stories are shared freely. Their concerts are spontaneous, entertaining and particularly well suited to intimate venues.
Stan Dickens first met Liam Ward and Mark Cole on 10 April 2026 at Ain't Nothin' But, the legendary blues bar in Soho, London.
Stan had been learning the blues harmonica, and Liam and Mark generously welcomed him to join them for a number that evening. It was an unexpected pleasure and the beginning of a musical friendship.
Their paths crossed again during the Gloucester Rhythm & Blues Festival in July 2026, where Stan met them several times.
On 29 July, Cole & Ward performed at The Fountain Inn in Gloucester. Once again, they kindly welcomed Stan to play harmonica with them for a number.
These encounters, and the encouragement and generosity of the musicians, helped develop the friendship and the idea of introducing Cole & Ward to audiences in Madrid.
That idea subsequently developed into The Roots Circuit's November 2026 programme, including the duo's concert at Big Tree Books on Saturday 14 November.
Cole & Ward will perform at Big Tree Books on Saturday 14 November 2026. Doors open at 20:00 and the concert begins at 20:30.
Upcoming
Saturday 14 November 2026 · 14:00–16:00 · Madrid local time
Escuela de Blues de Madrid
Calle de Matilde Hernández, 36, 28019 Madrid — Carabanchel
€15 per person
BOOK VIA WHATSAPPSaturday 14 November 2026 · Doors 20:00 · Concert 20:30
Big Tree Books
Calle de las Dos Hermanas, 17, 28012 Madrid, Spain
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