THU · 6:00pm
King King
Thursday, August 13 at Slowdown, Omaha
About
King King brings its UK blues-rock sound to Slowdown in Omaha for a main-room concert tied to Playing with Fire’s live-music programming. Led by Alan Nimmo, the band’s current lineup pairs guitar, keys, bass, and drums with a catalog that has earned British blues-world recognition.
Who's playing
King King is a British blues-rock band led by vocalist and guitarist Alan Nimmo, with Stevie Nimmo on second guitar and vocals, Jonny Dyke on keys, Jon Lodge on drums, and Zander Greenshields on bass. The band has built its reputation through steady touring, studio releases, and support slots with acts including John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, Thunder, and Europe.
What to expect
Expect a guitar-forward blues-rock set from a band known for emphasizing live musicianship, soul-rooted songwriting, and a full-band stage sound. The Slowdown event listing places King King in the venue’s Main Room, giving Omaha listeners a close-range setting for the band’s touring show.
Why go
King King’s résumé includes multiple British Blues Awards, including major recognition for band and album honors. For Omaha blues and rock fans, the Slowdown show is a chance to catch an established UK act in a venue built around live music rather than a large-theater presentation.
Where
Slowdown · 729 N. 14th Street · Omaha NEOpen in Maps