Paul Holligan: Bringing Big-Stage Experience to Blackwater Kingdom

Paul Holligan brings an impressive depth of professional live experience to Blackwater Kingdom, taking on lead guitar duties with a background that extends well beyond the traditional rock circuit.

Paul has spent years performing at a high level and is no stranger to the demands of major live stages. He is also a member of the Antimatter live band, performing bass alongside Mick Moss, Dave Hall and Fab Regmann. His involvement with Antimatter has seen him perform extensively across Europe, including sold-out shows and major touring dates.

His musicianship can also be heard on Antimatter's Parallel Matter, where Paul is credited on bass.

Bringing That Experience to Blackwater Kingdom

Now, as lead guitarist for Blackwater Kingdom, Paul brings that wealth of professional experience into a new musical setting.

Years of performing in established live environments have given him the confidence and stagecraft required to deliver when it matters. From the atmosphere of intimate venues to the scale and pressure of major European stages, Paul understands how to perform as part of a professional band while still making an impact of his own.

As lead guitarist, that experience becomes a key part of the Blackwater Kingdom sound.

Paul brings the ability to combine power, feel and musicianship, whether delivering the band's heavier guitar work, adding melodic depth or stepping forward when the music demands it.

Built for the Stage

Blackwater Kingdom is a band designed to be experienced live, and Paul is perfectly suited to that environment.

His extensive touring background means he understands the importance of consistency, preparation and presence—and, most importantly, how to connect with an audience from the stage.

For Blackwater Kingdom, his arrival adds another experienced musician to a line-up built around powerful songs and serious live performance.

Paul Holligan isn't learning how to play the big stage. He's already been there.

Now he's bringing that experience, energy and guitar power to Blackwater Kingdom.