Lighting Phill & The Sinisters Chicago, Delta, and Texas blues, Dublin
Lighting Phill & The Sinisters
Lightning Phil & The Sinisters are a Dublin-based Blues band bringing together the sounds of Chicago Blues, Delta Blues and Texas Blues. Led by Lightning Phil on harmonica and guitar, the band combine soulful melodies, infectious grooves and plenty of energy to create a lively Blues sound.
Their music draws from different corners of the Blues tradition, moving between the raw feel of Delta Blues, the electric sound of Chicago Blues and the guitar-driven energy of Texas Blues. At the centre of it all is Lightning Phil's harmonica and guitar, giving the band a distinctive sound and plenty of room for expressive playing.
Known for their energetic live performances, Lightning Phil & The Sinisters bring a lively, crowd-focused approach to the stage, turning Blues classics and grooves into an engaging live experience. They have performed around Dublin, including an appearance at The Works Festival in Inchicore in 2025.
For fans of Chicago Blues, Delta Blues, Texas Blues and live electric Blues, Lightning Phil & The Sinisters offer a dynamic mix of soulful playing, harmonica-led Blues and infectious live energy.
Spotlight Session
Chicago, Delta and Texas Blues, all rolled into one: Lightning Phil & The Sinisters bring together the different sides of the Blues with plenty of harmonica, guitar and live energy. Led by Lightning Phil, they move between soulful grooves, raw Delta sounds and the electric edge of Chicago and Texas Blues.
We’re delighted to have Lightning Phil & The Sinisters join our Spotlight Sessions. Here they are, in their own words.
Videos Featuring Lighting Phill & The Sinisters
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Have a Good Time – Lighting Phill & The Sinisters (Fibber Magees, Dublin – 25 Aug 2024)
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