Maximum Rhythm 'n' Blues – The Finale with The Manfreds

The Manfreds are playing The Alban Arena on Wednesday 26 May 2027, as part of their Maximum Rhythm 'n' Blues tour. It's billed as their final one, a farewell celebration they've described as being packed with hits, jazz, blues, nostalgia and memories. They've been one of Britain's most enduring live bands for more than six decades, and they've spent that time keeping the spirit of classic rhythm and blues alive.

What makes this particular tour a bit of a rarity is the line-up. It brings together both original Manfred Mann lead singers, Paul Jones and Mike d'Abo, alongside founding member Tom McGuinness and the current band. Between them, Manfred Mann reached thirteen UK Top Ten hits, three of which went to number one, with songs like Do Wah Diddy Diddy, Pretty Flamingo, 5-4-3-2-1, Fox on the Run and The Mighty Quinn. The show revisits those alongside a wider selection of rhythm and blues material.

It's a long run of records to draw from, and the set doesn't stick to the chart hits alone, pulling in the jazz and blues that have always sat alongside the pop side of things. With both original singers on the same stage, it's a rare chance to hear the different eras of the band in one go, rather than one or the other.

The show starts at 7:30pm at The Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD. Tickets are £41.50 to £43.50, plus a £3.50 transaction fee.