Everything You Need to Know About Jack Broadbent Live in York – The National Centre for Early Music | UK Blues-Rock Guitar Virtuoso

Ever walked past a busker on the street and thought, "Wow, they're actually brilliant"? Sometimes, those street corner performers go on to share stages with rock and roll royalty. That's pretty much the story of Jack Broadbent, a blues-rock guitarist who started out busking and is now set to bring his incredible live show to York. Presented by the team at Under The Influence, known online as UTIEvents, this is a chance to see a true guitar virtuoso up close. On Thursday, 14th May 2026, he’ll be swapping busy streets for the historic stage at The National Centre for Early Music (NCEM) in York, and it promises to be something special.

From street corners to stadium stages

So, what’s the story with Jack Broadbent? Well, for starters, he’s not just any guitarist. He’s recognised as one of the best contemporary blues artists in the UK. Hailing from Lincolnshire, he made a name for himself with his virtuosic slide guitar work. If you’re not sure what that is, picture a guitarist using a small metal or glass tube on their fingers to slide along the strings. It creates a smooth, wailing sound that’s pure blues, and Jack Broadbent is a master of it. His powerful, soulful performances earned him a massive international following, taking him from the streets of Europe to huge tours across North America.

It’s one thing to be good, but it’s another to get a nod from the legends. Over the years, he’s shared stages with some massive names. We’re talking about rock giants like Lynyrd Skynyrd, Peter Frampton, and even Ronnie Wood from The Rolling Stones. That’s like a Sunday league footballer getting a call-up to play with their Premier League heroes. It shows just how respected he is in the music world. To top it all off, he was recently named Boisdale Jazz/Blues Artist of the Year, which is a pretty big deal. This gig in York isn’t just another stop on a tour; it’s a return to the region for an artist who has truly earned his stripes.

What to expect at the York gig

The show is happening on Thursday, 14th May 2026, at the NCEM in York. If you’ve never been, the venue itself is worth talking about. It’s a beautiful old converted church, which means the acoustics are amazing. Seeing a raw, powerful blues-rock artist like Jack Broadbent in such an atmospheric and intimate setting is going to be a unique experience. It’s not a massive, soulless arena; it’s a place where you can really feel the music.