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“He’s the ultimate virtuoso. His skill is extraordinary, his ear is extraordinary and he’s gifted on just about every level.” Eric Clapton - It's been 14 long years since Grammy-winning guitarist Albert Lee played in Leek. One of the most respected musicians in the country-rock music scene, will be joined on stage this year by his young UK Band, Ali Petrie on Keys, Iain Petrie on Bass and Tim Hillsdon on drums.Albert made his name touring with the likes of Eric Clapton, The Crickets,The Everly Brothers, Joe Cocker and Emmylou Harris’ Hot Band throughthe 70s and 80s, and is widely regarded by his contemporaries as one of thegreatest guitarists in the world – described as “the ultimate virtuoso” by EricClapton and “one of my all-time guitar gods” by US country sensation BradPaisley.Albert received a Grammy Award in 2002 for his contribution to “FoggyMountain Breakdown” featured on “Earl Scruggs and Friends”, and won aGrammy for his performance on Brad Paisley’s instrumental “Cluster Pluck” in2009.Lauded for his unparalleled picking style and versatility, Albert was joined bya massive list of over 50 special guests at his 70th Birthday Celebrationconcerts at Cadogan Hall in 2014, including Bill Wyman, Shakin' Stevens,Chas & Dave, Gary Brooker, The Shadows and Ralph McTell (nowavailable as a digital download).In 2024, Albert celebrated his 80th birthday - again at Cadogan Hall withanother huge line up of his favourite musician friends.Albert received the Trailblazer Award in 2017 at the Americana Awards -accepted on his behalf by his great friend Andy Fairweather Low.“Highwayman”, Albert's highly-acclaimed solo album, is a 12-track collectionof acoustic covers. Recorded live and captured in a moment of trueinspiration, this raw and emotional record pays tribute to many of Albert’smusical influences - the classic rock ’n’ roll of the Everly Brothers’ “Bye ByeLove”, the deep feeling of Rodney Crowell’s ballad “Till I Can Gain ControlAgain”, and the centrepiece of the album in Jimmy Webb’s “TheHighwayman” - a powerful and dramatic, and most probably definitive,version of a true musical masterpiece.“Gypsy Man” is Alberts next solo album featuring his favourite Buddy Hollysongs - a musician Albert has always held in high regard.In 2024 Albert recorded his latest album, “Lay it Down” at the legendary KonkStudios. This is a mixture of tracks that Albert has wanted to do for some timeand is getting rave reviews. All the albums are available through his on-lineshop at albertleeofficial.com.