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Coming to The Musician in December 2022

Forty Tenth promotions
YouTube
Tickets
Thu 1st Dec 2022
Christina Alden & Alex Patterson
£10.00adv £12.00door
Doors 8:00pm
Christina Alden and Alex Patterson are songwriters and multi-instrumentalists from Norwich. They have been playing and singing together for the last seven years and have toured extensively in the UK and Europe – including a twenty-three date tour with Show Of Hands, a show at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall for Celtic Connections and main stage performances at some of the UK’s most prestigious folk festivals. Their critically acclaimed debut album Hunter was released in Spring 2021 and has seen them gain airplay on BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 6 and RTÉ Radio 1.

'a bright, lively collection of songs that plays so sweetly it evokes the sensation of a summer folk festival' – The Guardian

'Among the roots-world cognoscenti' - RnR Magazine

‘A milestone for contemporary folk songwriting’ - Bright Young Folk

'Gorgeous harmonies and lush melodies...a beautiful album that transports the listener to wild landscapes and wild lives' - BBC Countryfile Magazine

'Alden’s voice is hauntingly beautiful' - Folk London Magazine

‘Alex would give even the great Swarbrick himself a run for his money in terms of sheer feeling and passion' - At The Barrier
Xander Promotions
Tickets
Fri 2nd Dec 2022
The Jam'd
£10.00adv £12.00door
Doors 8:00pm
Widely regarded as the Uk’s most authentic and leading tribute to The Jam, The Jam’d are totally committed to giving an unforgettable, authentic performance with all the energy, passion and style of the Woking 3.

As full time touring professional musicians, and massive Jam fans themselves, the band don’t “try to be” or “pretend to be” The Jam, but rather put on a performance from the heart and soul, drawing on all their memories, experiences and love of what was the country’s biggest band in their day.

Gigging up and down the UK at outdoor festivals, scooter rallies and some of the UK’s top tribute venues & events! The show also includes the only replica of Rick Bucklers ‘Great White’ drum kit & features their own brass section!……You won’t be disappointed!

Every effort is placed into reproducing the sound, arrangements and energy of a Jam gig. Those who saw The Jam live will remember the electricity, aggression, passion, and even fashion on stage, something not always prevalent in today’s world, but to The Jam’d, it is a passion, a mission, and an honour to play for fans of “the best band in the f#@*ing world!”
Xander Promotions
Tickets
Sat 3rd Dec 2022
Kick Up The 80's
£10.00adv £12.00door
Doors 8:00pm
The ultimate 80's party band return to the venue for a pre-Christmas party! Show includes costume changes, special guest appearances, audience participation, faithful reworkings of all your favourite 80's tunes. Covering new romantic to rock, ska to electronica, there will be something to please everyone. A fantastic night out is guaranteed!
Xander Promotions
YouTube
Tickets
Sun 4th Dec 2022
AC/DC UK
£10.00adv £12.00door
Doors 8:00pm
AC/DC UK, one of Europe’s most electrifying tributes to AC/DC will continue to tirelessly tour the UK, Europe and beyond throughout 2023. One of the most popular and exciting tribute acts to rock legends AC/DC bring a level of authenticity to the 80’s era, whilst still delivering a unique and organic show night after night. AC/DC UK’s full production is a complete spectacle, featuring firing cannons and authentic full Marshall backline. The iconic Angus and Brian chemistry is organically delivered, as AC/DC UK churn out all of the biggest hits alongside a few fan favourites at every show.
Mon 5th Dec 2022
Songs for Jamie: A fundraiser for Papyrus
In memory of Jamie Scott (2001 – 2019)
Entry - donation
Doors 7:00pm
Raising funds for the national young suicide prevention charity PAPYRUS
Featuring :

The People Assembly
Joe Barton
Just the Dust
The Matt Kennason Band
Jeweller’s Eye
DJ set from Winters,

Music all the way from shoegaze krautrock, through dub to alt country, in memory of Jamie and to
raise funds to help prevent young suicide.

Doors open at 7pm Starts 7.30pm

Entrance by donation – pay what you can.
Tickets
Tue 6th Dec 2022
Looma
£6.00adv £8.00door
Doors 7:30pm
Three parts English, one part Orkney, Looma play acoustic roots and folk music from the swamps of Louisiana to the Swedish midnight sun, and everywhere in between. Bringing together folk, blues, cajun, bluegrass and country traditions, as well as original songs, Looma mix driving energy with strong vocals and foot-tapping tunes.

Liz Logie (piano/ accordion/percussion) is an Orcadian who has played the accordion since she was ten, being inspired by her father who was a well-known Orkney accordion player.

Mark Theobald (harmonica/ukelele/vocals) was a National Harmonica League 'Player of the Year' in 2013 and 2014, playing Irish and blues music.

Bob Gilmour-Evans (guitar/vocals) has been performing and writing songs since he was a teenager, recording his own album and guesting on many others.

Tim Garland (cittern/fiddle/vocals) has been performing traditional and self penned material for over thirty years, both as a founder member of radical folk group Fieldwork and with Kasutima Ceilidh band, playing nationally at clubs and festivals. He has also performed regularly as a solo artist and in a duo with Indian percussionist Nitin Odedra.
YouTube
Tickets
Wed 7th Dec 2022
Chris Conway at 60
£8.00adv £10.00door
Doors 7:30pm
For 33 of his 60 years "Christo" has been a pro musician in Leicester in many genres, and on many instruments, releasing over 160 albums, and releasing over 200 of his songs. A track of his recently got 80 million streams! He's played with the late Peter Tork, members of Fairport Convention & Jethro Tull, and has opened for Richie Havens, Bob Geldof, & Jefferson Starship. His songs career started in the early 90s with The Storm Thieves, The Talking Fish, duow with Roger Pugh and Dan Britton, and solo. As a member of the Vikki Clayton's Band he played at Cropredy Festival twice and she recorded 3 of his songs.

His style is a mix of West Coast US, Celtic, jazz, bossa nova. Tonight he'll sing his favourite songs of love & peace & outer space - the moving, the magical, and the silly, and tell a few stories along the way. Plus there's a set by Chris Conway & Dan Britton.
Tickets
Thu 8th Dec 2022
Luke Jackson
£12.00adv £14.00door
Doors 7:30pm
Luke is a singer-songwriter from Canterbury, Kent, who in 2013 was nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards for both the Horizon Award for Best Emerging Talent and The Young Folk Category. He was also winner of Fatea’s “Male Artist of the Year 2014” and 2016.
Over the past few years he has steadily been developing a reputation for himself in the Folk & Roots circuits either through his solo shows, many festival appearances or when opening for such luminaries as Fairport Convention, Show of Hands, Steve Knightley, Martyn Joseph, Seth Lakeman, Karine Polwart, Oysterband, Paul Brady, Glen Tilbrook and Sarah Jarosz.
Xander Promotions
Tickets
Fri 9th Dec 2022
Dirt Road Band
£10.00adv £12.00door
plus The Martin Burch Band
Doors 8:00pm
The Dirt Road Band is the brainchild of guitar legend Steve Walwyn, mainly known as the longest serving guitar player in Dr Feelgood (32yrs). During this time he amassed a massive reputation as a bona fide blues hero in the UK, Europe and beyond. He says "I'd always liked the idea of the power trio - stripping everything back to the basics: guitar, bass & drums. To help him in this he has recruited the services of drummer Ted Duggan, professional since the 60's including stints with Badfinger and techno giants Banco de Gaia. "I'd worked with Ted before" Steve says, "I knew he would fit this gig perfectly" ...he certainly does.

Bass player Horace Panter is better known as a founding member of The Specials. Horace has "groove" printed on his DNA, holding it down comes as second nature. This then is Steve's dream team rhythm section that swings as hard as it rocks. "We're starting to develop that musical telepathy that makes a band more than the sum of its' parts. It's a thrilling thing and keeps the blues alive".

See you down the dirt road ....
Cheeseweasel Promotions
YouTube
Tickets
Sat 10th Dec 2022
SKAM
SHOW SOLD OUT
£3.00
plus Twister
Doors 6:45pm
**PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL NOW BE SCREENING ENGLAND'S WORLD CUP QUARTER-FINAL VS FRANCE PRIOR TO THE LIVE MUSIC. AS SUCH, DOORS WILL NOW BE AT THE EARLIER TIME OF 6:45PM**

Formed in 2011, SKAM are a hard rock power trio band from the middle of England. They have a reputation for delivering no nonsense, gutsy, contemporary sounding British rock music. Over the last 10 years, the band has worked tirelessly to build a solid following in the UK, and now they are widely considered to be at the forefront of the ‘New Wave of Classic Rock’ movement that is currently sweeping the nation. With 4 studio albums and 1 live album, the band deliver both in the studio and on the live stage. These 3 guys produce a sound that is unheard from a 3 piece. Having played in every major city in the UK totting up over a whopping 1000 gigs, be prepared to experience the most fun at a gig in years and all for the amazing price of just £3!

VENOUS – No. 5 in the UK Rock and Metal Charts 2021
VENOUS – Classic Rock Magazine 9/10, ERB Magazine 5/5
INTRA – No. 6 in the UK Rock and Metal Charts 2021
INTRA – Power Play Magazine 9/10, ERB Magazine 5/5
TAMOGG – No. 13 in Planet Rock Radio Top 20 albums of 2017
TAMOGG – No. 1 in Down The Front Media Top Albums of 2017
Doktor Dyper
Tickets
Sun 11th Dec 2022
That Joe Payne Christmas Show
£15.00adv £18.00door
plus Caroline McLavy
Doors 7:30pm
Award-winning vocalist That Joe Payne returns to The Musician with his critically acclaimed Christmas concert, performing seasonal symphonic pop & rock favourites with his band, from Frankie’s ‘The Power of Love’ to The Snowman’s ‘Walking in the Air’, plus new music from his 2022 Christmas release.

Payne last visited this venue to feature at the popular prog-weekender ‘Danfest’ in November ’21, performing a warmly received acoustic show.

Classically trained, with a background in progressive rock, he is remembered by audiences for his impressive 5-octave range and flamboyant showmanship. The singer has released 15 albums with various artists since his career began in 2011, including collaborations with artists such as John Holden, Zio and The Enid.

Twice voted 'Best Male Vocalist' in Prog Magazine, the now-solo artist is preparing to launch his first Christmas album in December 2022.

Support comes from local electronic pop artist Caroline McLavy. She has a passion for creating beautiful melodies that are also filled with energy and engaging vibes, making for a direct and forward thinking feel. She managed to combine stunning melodies with infectious grooves and great beats, in order to create a catchy, yet direct and edgy sound.
Mon 12th Dec 2022
Private party
Tickets
Tue 13th Dec 2022
Chris Difford
£20.00adv
plus Boo Hewerdine
Doors 7:30pm
Plus Special guest Boo Hewerdine

Chris Difford is a rare breed. As a member of one of London’s best-loved bands, the Squeeze co-founder has made a lasting contribution to English music with hits such as Cool For Cats, Up The Junction, Labelled With Love, Hourglass and Tempted. Despite the fact that Chris has helped soundtrack so many fans’ lives since his first release in 1977, the passion for innovation and love of playing still drives him to carry on writing rather than sit back and admire his handiwork. Chris recently celebrated his 60th birthday and for 41 of those years he has been writing with Glenn Tilbrook, very much the Odd Couple. When Squeeze take a break from the road, Glenn and Chris have been touring their At Odds Couple Tour both in the UK and the US.
Leicester Jazz House presents
Tickets
Wed 14th Dec 2022
Ka Safar
£12.00adv / £5 NUS
Doors 7:30pm
Ka Safar is a 13-piece world jazz band based in Leicester, UK. With compositions and direction by band-leader Lee Boyd Allatson, improvisation is core to the group’s aesthetic whilst drawing on inspiration from all corners of music’s geography and history, including free jazz, Afrofuturism, ancient Greek and Roman musics, Latin American styles, funk, Indian and Japanese influences. Their performances include theatrical outfits, psychedelic lighting and dance to augment the music, along with spoken word and lyrical narratives of inclusivity, spiritualism, love and humanity.

The name Ka Safar comes from two origins: ‘Ka’ is the ancient Egyptian God of ‘the vital spark of the spirit’ and ‘Safar’ is Arabic for ‘journey’. Ka Safar = spirit journey.


Doors 19.30, On-stage 20.00
Tickets
Thu 15th Dec 2022
Ann Duggan
£10.00adv
plus George Stackhouse
Doors 7:30pm
The pairing of powerhouse vocalist Annie Duggan with exceptional guitarist Rob Hines is a match made in … well, possibly Clarksdale Mississippi or Nashville Tennessee, or the backwoods of Alabama. Take your pick, but the ‘roots’ of their music undoubtedly originate from the diverse strands of blues, country, folk and jazz that combine in the melting pot of ‘Americana’.

To classify their music as one or other of these genres would be to do them a disservice, as their mastery of each and all is palpably plain to witness in their performance.

Annies voice is both powerful and expressive, encompassing the grit and growl of the blues, the more mellow tones of country music, and the subtlety of the jazz stylists. She employs all of these devices within her repertoire, including standard classics from those genres, and original compositions from the pen of erstwhile collaborator Colin Granger.
The empathy between Annie and guitarist Rob Hines is all encompassing, and his impressive technique allows him to employ both rhythmic subtlety and impressive interjectory extemporisations in his accompaniments. His solo excursions are truly amazing, the powerful propulsive drive of the country bluesman in tandem with the Scotty Moore ‘Sun Sound’ Elvis era rockabilly ‘licks’, and an occasional hint of Spanish flamenco, a truly amazing combination of influences finding a home in his one man guitar ‘orchestra’!

Lucy Bremridge will be opening the evening for Annie Duggan and Rob Hines performing her own songs and those of people who have influenced her. Already taking the music circuit by storm.

She will also be performing with two of the most seasoned performers bringing a fresh and different show to the Musician. Lucy is already gaining a name for herself on the music circuit writing her own material but also ably delivering classics that sit well will the original Country, Blues and Roots music that Annie and Rob are known for.
Fri 16th Dec 2022
Dawson Smith 60th Birthday Bash & Compilation Album Launch
Free Free Entry (Donation)
Doors 8:00pm
The Dissenters & Special Guests

Free Entry (Donation)

Very special show to celebrate Dawson’s 60th birthday and to mark the release of a compilation album of classic songs drawn from Dawson’s five critically acclaimed studio albums. Dawson and his band The Dissenters have been at the forefront of the UK Blues and Americana circuit for over 30 years. Dawson has a well-earned reputation as a great songwriter and a dynamic performer and this special evening will showcase both. Backed by The Dissenters, Dawson will be joined by Howard Smith, Andy Wales, Mick Salisbury, Graham Summers and many more very special guests.
Xander Promotions
YouTube
Tickets
Sat 17th Dec 2022
Dr Feelgood
£15.00adv £18.00door
plus The Milk Men
Doors 8:00pm
Formed on Canvey Island in Essex in the early 1970s Dr. Feelgood remains one of the most popular and exciting live rhythm and blues acts in the world. The raw and uncompromising style of their performance resulted in the album Stupidity that immediately went to the number one position in the U.K. charts.

Dr. Feelgood have also enjoyed global success with a string of hit singles including Roxette, Back in the Night, Milk and Alcohol, Down at the Doctors, She Does it Right, Going Back Home and See You Later Alligator - which gave the group their first gold record.

The last album to feature Lee Brilleaux - Down at the Doctors, was recorded live at the Dr. Feelgood Music Bar on Canvey Island, (now the site of the Oysterfleet Hotel) just two months before he died. The current line up features the rhythm section Kevin Morris on drums and Phil Mitchell on bass, approaching 27 years in the band and Gordon Russell on guitar. Vocalist Robert Kane (formerly of the Animals) joined in 1999.
Sun 18th Dec 2022
CLOSED
PETER CAT SHOW CANCELLED
Due to the World Cup final, this show has been cancelled and refunds are available from all points of purchase.
Mon 19th Dec 2022
CLOSED
Tue 20th Dec 2022
CLOSED
Forty Tenth promotions
YouTube
Tickets
Wed 21st Dec 2022
Fred's House
£10.00adv £12.00door
plus Gary Lee Ward
Doors 8:00pm
Fred’s House are an award-winning band based in Cambridge. They make summery, 70’s West Coast inspired folk/rock but have their own distinctively fresh sound that is very much part of now.

This group of musicians have the rare ability to sweep you away with their gorgeous harmonies, moving lyrics, infectious melodies and uplifting grooves. Among their many influences are the likes of Fleetwood Mac, Lissie and Janice Joplin.

“Isn’t that lovely stuff. They have a whole new sound and one that I really love!”
Baylen Leonard (BBC Radio 2 / Country Hits Radio)
Xander Promotions
Tickets
Thu 22nd Dec 2022
The Platforms
£10.00adv £12.00door
Doors 8:00pm
Returning to the venue for thier usual night of festive chaos,The Platforms played the UK music scene for over 18 years and were one of Leicester’s most loved show bands. The music was based around the glam era but The Platforms took it to a new level, adding well known classic rock and modern hits into the mix. They regularly played show spots at holiday parks around the UK and headline festivals up and down the country in the summer. They’ve helped the mayor switch on Leicester’s Christmas lights four times and played for Heart FM, BBC Radio Leicester and appeared on TV too.
Tickets
Fri 23rd Dec 2022
The Paradimes
£10.00adv £12.00door
Doors 8:00pm
The Paradimes play a brilliant mix of reggae and ska using the traditional styles of the 60's and 70's reggae and ska legends in todays era of music. The Paradimes play original reggae and ska, writing their own material which has spanned over more than 10 years of playing together, with the song writing abilities going from strength to strength. The catchy musical and singing melodies have made this band a winner in their field and are always a real crowd pleaser.
Sat 24th Dec 2022
CLOSED
Sun 25th Dec 2022
CLOSED
Mon 26th Dec 2022
CLOSED
Xander Promotions
Tickets
Tue 27th Dec 2022
Now I'm Here - Queen Tribute
£10.00adv £12.00door
Doors 8:00pm
"Now I'm Here" are the UK's premier tribute to Queen, putting on an incredible show to celebrate the amazing music of the band.
Wake Up Promotions
YouTube
Tickets
Wed 28th Dec 2022
Slade UK
£12.00adv
Doors 8:00pm
Since arriving on the tribute scene as "Slyde Alive", Slade UK have left fans open mouthed with the accuracy of their show. Once thought impossible, Slade UK recreate the experience of a real Slade show with all the power of the original band. Once seen, never forgotten. Relive a time when Noddy and the lads were the best live rock & roll band in the world.

Highlights so far - being chosen to open for the legendary Roy Wood of Wizzard on his 2013 Christmas tour, appearing on the main stage of Tribfest 2014, meeting Don Powell and finding out Mr Noddy Holder himself approves.
Tickets
Thu 29th Dec 2022
Multimorph
£5.00adv
plus DRAAGS and Rhett Barrow
Doors 7:30pm
Multimorph, Maureen Anderson's (sax and flute) psychedelic space-rock and poetry outfit featuring Jim Tetlow on cajon, Kevin Hewick on guitar,Harley on Tennor Sax, Daron Bhacstair on bass, Helena McCleod on vocals, Alan Freeman on moog and Alan Flanders on drums.

Review 2019: "This was a solstice experience, a somewhat Druidical expression of the psychedelic seventies, Multimorph poured out colourful showers of sound with their orchestral levels of musicianship."

Plus Special Guests
Roger Pugh
Clouds by L'ku
Earth Beats
Xander Promotions
Tickets
Fri 30th Dec 2022
Hotter Than Hell (Kiss Tribute)
£10.00adv £12.00door
Doors 8:00pm
Founded in 2003 by front-man Marty McStravick, Hotter Than Hell are Europe's ultimate Kiss tribute band, with members drawn from previous KISS tributes across Europe. They deliver the world-renowned classic 70s-style KISS stage show, by mimicking it in every way with blood spitting, smoking guitars, greasepaint make-up, theatrical costumes and 7-inch platform boots. Replicating all of KISS' multi-platinum hits from the 70s to the present, their set includes gems such as 'Detroit Rock City', 'Crazy Crazy Nights', 'Rock N Roll All Night' and 'God Gave Rock and Roll to You'.

Gigs include special appearances with Grammy Award winning KISS producer and guitarist for Meat Loaf, Bob Kulick, as well as their most successful turnout ever at Mathew Street Liverpool Festival, with 9000 people attending. Rock is their motto and belief, and their love of performing and re-living the greatest stage show on earth is what keeps Hotter than Hell so amazingly precise and truly entertaining. Shock rock at its best. Get ready For a Crazy, Crazy Night!
Sat 31st Dec 2022
CLOSED

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