The John Hackett Band will be celebrating ten years together with a tour that comes to O’Rileys, Hull on Friday 2nd October and concludes at The Boerderij in The Netherlands on Friday 27th November.
For the Hull date the stage is shared with Scottish phenomenon, EBB.
John Hackett has been a much-loved and admired figure in the progressive rock scene since the mid-70s; best-known for his flute work with his brother, former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett, on albums such as Voyage of The Acolyte and Spectral Mornings alongside his own solo albums.
“John Hackett Band delivered an eclectic, technically accomplished performance that embodied the core spirit of prog rock. It moved from lyrical flute passages to dynamic instrumental flourishes. Together, the band created a sound that was intricate and engaging, fusing elements of rock, jazz, classical, and funk, but never lost cohesion. They revealed a depth of musical understanding that comes not only from skill but from years of collaboration and individual artistry.”
— Zoe Lett, 14th May 2025, The Courier – Voice of Newcastle Students
EBB’s “gutsy, authentic and multifaceted rock” has to be experienced in real time. It’s a visceral experience – full of vivacity and humour and only ever a step away from insanity. In the recent Prog Magazine Readers Poll they scored highly with new album The Mirror, with Erin Bennett lauded both as vocalist and guitarist, Anna Fraser as drummer, and in the best band category.
“EBB captivated audiences at the Fusion and Prog for Peart festivals. The explosive initial impact is huge, the band instantly generating a universe of musical and physical expression to convey their multifaceted takes on the human condition. The focal point, wild-haired singer-guitarist Erin Bennett, exudes an edgy, dynamic charisma, her voice laser-like in its directness and clarity. Flanking her is the interpretive, flowing movement of backing singer Kitty Biscuits together with synth player Suna Dasi, who heighten their dramatic genre-busting songs that focus on classic and space rock, interspersed with dashes of psychedelia, folk and jazz.”
— Alison Reijman, Prog Magazine issue 143
Tickets can be booked via GoodShow.