Iago Banet @ Lichfield Garrick Theatre

Described as "a master of the guitar" by Sean Rafferty (BBC Radio 3 In Tune) and "nothing short of phenomenal" by critics, Iago Banet creates stories without words, enthralling audiences with every performance. A "highly recommended artist" by Celtic Connections, Banet is a true one-man band on the acoustic guitar.

After starting his career in Galicia, Spain, Banet moved to London in 2014. After years of collaborating with various bands, he shifted his focus to a solo career, where his technical prowess could truly shine.

Influenced by legends like Merle Travis, Chet Atkins, and Tommy Emmanuel, Banet has developed a signature style across three acclaimed solo albums:

His tours across the UK have been met with a fantastic reception, including multiple sell-out shows and high praise for his complex "fingerstyle" technique.

Banet’s versatility is his hallmark. He seamlessly fuses a massive range of genres, including: Fingerstyle · Gypsy Jazz · Blues · Rock · Country · Dixieland Swing · Tex-Mex · Pop · Folk