Blues for Greeny – The Music of Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac at the Bur Oak
July 11 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Blues for Greeny – The Music of Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac at the Bur Oak
Peter Green is widely regarded as one of the greatest blues guitarists of all time. This show is a dedicated, seated tribute night honoring the legendary British blues pioneer, Peter Green. This will feature deep-cut 1960s electric blues jams.
- B.B. King said Green had “the sweetest tone I ever heard… the only one who gave me the cold sweats.”
- Eric Clapton praised his playing, and critics often described him as Clapton’s only true peer during the 1960s British blues explosion.
Peter Green’s style was defined by:
- Deep emotional phrasing
- Masterful vibrato
- Minimalist, economical note choices
- A haunting, lyrical tone that became instantly recognizable
About the Artists
Peter Green was one of the most influential and emotionally expressive guitarists in the history of British blues and rock — a visionary musician whose tone, phrasing, and songwriting shaped an entire era.
Artist Profile: Peter Green (1946–2020)
Full name: Peter Allen Greenbaum
Born: October 29, 1946 — Bethnal Green, London
Died: July 25, 2020 — Canvey Island, Essex
Primary roles: Guitarist, singer‑songwriter
Genres: Blues rock, electric blues, British blues, psychedelia, jazz fusion
Key instruments: Guitar, vocals, harmonica
Career Highlights
John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers (1966–1967)
Green replaced Eric Clapton in Mayall’s band — a monumental moment in British blues history. His work on A Hard Road established him as a rising star.
Founder of Fleetwood Mac (1967–1970)
Green formed Fleetwood Mac with Mick Fleetwood and Jeremy Spencer, leading the band through its early, strictly blues‑based era.
His songwriting produced several classics:
“Albatross”
“Black Magic Woman” (later made famous by Santana)
“Oh Well”
“Man of the World”
“The Green Manalishi (With the Two Prong Crown)”
These songs charted internationally and remain staples of blues‑rock repertoire.
Later Years & The Splinter Group (1990s–2000s)
After struggles with mental health and long periods away from music, Green returned in the mid‑1990s with the Peter Green Splinter Group, touring internationally and releasing several albums.
