Take Your Pick - Dereham Blues Festival James A Oliver and The Toby Lee Band Dereham Blues Festival 10th Anniversary Opening Show 2024 - 10th July 2024 Dereham Memorial Hall "It was in tune when I bought it" James A Oliver, never a dull moment. Dereham Blues Festival kicked off, clashing with England’s Euros match against the Netherlands, on a warm, humid July day, perfect for wallowing in a bluesy mood. I made it into my seat just after James A. Oliver’s band were hitting their straps. I wish I had been on time. This guy is non-stop entertainment. What a performer and such fun! I am sorry to have even missed a minute of his set. Oliver asked if there were any Welsh in the hall, but that was met with an embarrassed silence and a disappointed “Oh!” from Mr Oliver. In his oversized black suit, Oliver gives the appearance of a mild-mannered science teacher, who has stepped out of his classroom to entertain the staff with h...