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Coming to The Musician in February 2022
Tue 1st Feb 2022
CLOSED
SHOW POSTPONED TO 21/06/22
Unfortunately due to the COVID-19 situation and impact on international travel, Sarah Potenza's show has been postponed and will now take place on Tuesday 21st June 2022.
Wed 2nd Feb 2022
CLOSED
SHOW POSTPONED TO 18/08/22
Unfortunately due to the COVID-19 situation and impact on international travel, the Rumjacks show has been postponed and will now take place on Thursday 18th August 2022.
Thu 3rd Feb 2022
Dominic Goodchild
£7.00adv £9.00door
plus Bird In The Belly, Alex Harding and Peter Ingram
Doors 7:00pm
Beautifully eclectic bill. Peter Ingram will be on stage by 7:30pm.
Leicester bedroom anarchist Dom Goodchild The Void Starer is an outsider-punk of sorts. His music is a misanthropic spoken word stream of consciousness, as grotesquely compelling as a Francis Bacon painting, with the poetic despair-rage of Charles Bukowski post three-day bender.
This is the album launch a day before the official release (4th Feb) for 'Lloyd', that will be available on CD/Streaming Services, via GFM Records/Void Starer Records/Cargo Distribution.
Bird in the Belly is a collective is made up of solo artist Jinnwoo, folk duo Hickory Signals and instrumentalist Tom Pryor. Together they find songs and stories that have either never before been recorded or are rarely recorded - all set to contemporary folk music, in the hopes of reintroducing these songs back into the folk canon.
Unfortunately Echolocation are unable to play as Dan has Covid. We wish him a speedy recovery.
Peter Ingram will be performing a 10 minute spoken word piece and Alex Harding has stepped in at the last moment.
Leicester bedroom anarchist Dom Goodchild The Void Starer is an outsider-punk of sorts. His music is a misanthropic spoken word stream of consciousness, as grotesquely compelling as a Francis Bacon painting, with the poetic despair-rage of Charles Bukowski post three-day bender.
This is the album launch a day before the official release (4th Feb) for 'Lloyd', that will be available on CD/Streaming Services, via GFM Records/Void Starer Records/Cargo Distribution.
Bird in the Belly is a collective is made up of solo artist Jinnwoo, folk duo Hickory Signals and instrumentalist Tom Pryor. Together they find songs and stories that have either never before been recorded or are rarely recorded - all set to contemporary folk music, in the hopes of reintroducing these songs back into the folk canon.
Unfortunately Echolocation are unable to play as Dan has Covid. We wish him a speedy recovery.
Peter Ingram will be performing a 10 minute spoken word piece and Alex Harding has stepped in at the last moment.
Fri 4th Feb 2022
CLOSED
SHOWS CANCELLED
Unfortunately, due to the ongoing COVID-19 and international travel situation, Josh Rouse + Vetiver have cancelled their co-headline tour and it has not been possible to rearrange this date. Refunds are available from all points of purchase.
The rescheduled Rawkus Redz + Re-Vive show has also been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances and as a result the venue will now be closed.
The rescheduled Rawkus Redz + Re-Vive show has also been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances and as a result the venue will now be closed.
Sat 5th Feb 2022
Bootleg Boss
£11.00adv £13.00door
Doors 7:30pm
The Bootleg Boss is the real deal. A Springsteen fan for 25 years, he has lived and breathed the spirit of the New Jersey landscape and developed an amazing way of delivering the classic hits of the Boss.
From the early days of Greetings at Asbury Park, through Born to Run, The River, Born in the USA and later albums, The Bootleg Boss gives 100% commitment in a three hour show with his own East Street Band of seasoned musicians, creating an authentic sound and live experience.
From the early days of Greetings at Asbury Park, through Born to Run, The River, Born in the USA and later albums, The Bootleg Boss gives 100% commitment in a three hour show with his own East Street Band of seasoned musicians, creating an authentic sound and live experience.
Sun 6th Feb 2022
Hex Poseur
£10.00adv £12.00door
plus Pastimes
Doors 7:30pm
Hex Poseur are a solo garage rock/punk artist from Leicester, performing as a three piece band with Jacob Wakeling on drums and Emily Alice on bass.
Mon 7th Feb 2022
CLOSED
Tue 8th Feb 2022
Lena Jonsson Trio
£10.00adv £12.00door
Doors 8:00pm
In the new generation of contemporary folk music, Lena Jonsson is one of Scandinavia’s most influential fiddlers. Lena’s style is unique in combining her deep knowledge of traditional Swedish folk music and the youthful sounds of rock, pop, jazz, American old-time and bluegrass. Her inspired style earned her Swedish Grammy nominations both for her premier album “Places” (2019) and the follow-up ”Stories from the Outside” (2021), and performances for Barack Obama as well as Greta Thunberg. Effortlessly integrating virtousity and rockstar charisma, her music is joyous, sparking life and connection in every performance. Lena Jonsson is an artist you won’t want to miss and can’t forget.
Wed 9th Feb 2022
Leicester College Acoustic Gig
£3.00
Doors 6:30pm
Showcasing the talents of Leicester College Students
Thu 10th Feb 2022
Romarna Campbell Trio
£12.00 / £5 NUS
Doors 7:30pm
Romarna Campbell is a drummer, composer and producer from Birmingham. Music is at the heart of everything that she does, with a particularly great Hip-Hop and Jazz influence. Music has allowed her to travel extensively and study at Berklee College of Music. She has also had the great honour and joy to perform worldwide with many people, including Courtney Pine, Billy Childs, Soweto Kinch and more, as well as lead her own projects with many of her peers and friends.
In Romarna's own words, "I have a theory that everyone has an instrument that matches their demeanour and personality. Playing the drums simply felt like a natural extension of me as a person and my personality. There is nothing quite like that feeling of absolutely finding that groove, that pocket, and just letting it simmer or the furious exchange of ideas in the middle of someone’s solo. For me, drumming is about being part of a collective group all aiming for a common goal."
"Music has allowed me to do and experience some pretty awesome things and I hope that you will continue to join me and support me in this beautiful journey."
In Romarna's own words, "I have a theory that everyone has an instrument that matches their demeanour and personality. Playing the drums simply felt like a natural extension of me as a person and my personality. There is nothing quite like that feeling of absolutely finding that groove, that pocket, and just letting it simmer or the furious exchange of ideas in the middle of someone’s solo. For me, drumming is about being part of a collective group all aiming for a common goal."
"Music has allowed me to do and experience some pretty awesome things and I hope that you will continue to join me and support me in this beautiful journey."
Fri 11th Feb 2022
The Unravelling Wilburys
Tribute to The Traveling Wilburys
£12.00adv £14.00door
Doors 7:30pm
This top tribute show is more than just a tribute - they are the complete package! Their great combination of brilliant musicianship and tongue in cheek humour has had rave reviews throughout the UK. Playing the country-rock songs of the Traveling Wilburys, the band also steal some choice numbers from its five iconic members; Roy Orbison, Tom Petty, George Harrison, Bob Dylan and Jeff Lynne.
The fabulous Unravelling Wilburys are made up of Sticky Willy, Walter, Thumper, Blind Melon and Honky Tonk Wilbury, the “real” Wilbury brothers, who grew up in an Appalachian shack and first presented their songs in Nashville back in 1987. The show tells the story of how their songs were (allegedly) stolen by Messrs Orbison & Co. at Nashville’s Tootsies Bar and the hard road they had to tread to get ‘em back. With a set list comprising of songs including ‘Handle With Care’ Tweeter And The Monkey Man’, ‘The Devil’s Been Busy’, ‘Pretty Woman’, ‘Here Comes The Sun’, ‘Mr Blue Sky’, ‘Mr Tambourine Man’ and ‘American Girl’, this is a show not to be missed!
The fabulous Unravelling Wilburys are made up of Sticky Willy, Walter, Thumper, Blind Melon and Honky Tonk Wilbury, the “real” Wilbury brothers, who grew up in an Appalachian shack and first presented their songs in Nashville back in 1987. The show tells the story of how their songs were (allegedly) stolen by Messrs Orbison & Co. at Nashville’s Tootsies Bar and the hard road they had to tread to get ‘em back. With a set list comprising of songs including ‘Handle With Care’ Tweeter And The Monkey Man’, ‘The Devil’s Been Busy’, ‘Pretty Woman’, ‘Here Comes The Sun’, ‘Mr Blue Sky’, ‘Mr Tambourine Man’ and ‘American Girl’, this is a show not to be missed!
Sat 12th Feb 2022
Andrea Kenny & Token Boy
£8.00adv £10.00door
plus Alabama Breeze and Olivia Rose Deane
Doors 8:00pm
Andrea Kenny, former front woman for The Brandy Thieves. Singer/songwriter for over 20 years performing and writing music with bands all over the globe. Raw blues tinged vocals, heartfelt folk melodies with lyrics that weave tales of lessons in love & loss.
Joined by her new project Token Boy, made up of some of Leicester’s finest musicians that you will no doubt recognise, they will set your soul on fire and get your feet to stomping.
Joined by her new project Token Boy, made up of some of Leicester’s finest musicians that you will no doubt recognise, they will set your soul on fire and get your feet to stomping.
Sun 13th Feb 2022
CLOSED
SHOW POSTPONED TO 12/02/23
Unfortunately due to the COVID-19 situation and impact on international travel, Julian Taylor's tour has been postponed and this show will now take place on Sunday 12th February 2023.
Mon 14th Feb 2022
CLOSED
Tue 15th Feb 2022
CLOSED
SHOW POSTPONED TO 21/03/22
Please note that the Simon McBride Trio have rescheduled their tour to coincide with the release of Simon's new album on 11th March, and this show will now take place on Monday 21st March 2022.
Wed 16th Feb 2022
CLOSED
SHOW POSTPONED TO 14/04/21
Tonight's Poor Boy Sound System II event has been postponed and will now be taking place on 14th April 2022.
Thu 17th Feb 2022
CLOSED
Fri 18th Feb 2022
CLOSED
SHOW POSTPONED TO 08/04/22
Unfortunately tonight's Rollin Stoned show has been postponed to 8th April due to Storm Eunice affecting the band's ability to travel. All tickets will remain valid for the new date.
Sat 19th Feb 2022
The Bon Jovi Experience
£10.00adv £12.00door
Doors 8:00pm
Following a sell out gig in May, we have managed to secure a follow up date for 2023! Bon Jovi, the greatest stadium rock band of all time is now re-created by the sensational Bon Jovi Experience.
Lead singer Tony Pearce takes on the noteworthy task of emulating the legendary namesake of the band Jon Bon Jovi and he does so with ease and panache. The only tribute band in the world to have shared the stage with the real McCoy.
This show includes all the hits: Livin’ On A Prayer, You Give Love A Bad Name, Keep The Faith, Bed Of Roses, Always, Bad Medicine, It’s My Life and many, many more.
"The best tribute I have ever seen" - Jon Bon Jovi
Lead singer Tony Pearce takes on the noteworthy task of emulating the legendary namesake of the band Jon Bon Jovi and he does so with ease and panache. The only tribute band in the world to have shared the stage with the real McCoy.
This show includes all the hits: Livin’ On A Prayer, You Give Love A Bad Name, Keep The Faith, Bed Of Roses, Always, Bad Medicine, It’s My Life and many, many more.
"The best tribute I have ever seen" - Jon Bon Jovi
Sun 20th Feb 2022
CLOSED
SHOW POSTPONED - NEW DATE TBC
Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances, the John Reilly with Lewis Nitikman show has been postponed and we hope to reschedule for a later date. All tickets will remain valid for the new date.
Mon 21st Feb 2022
CLOSED
Tue 22nd Feb 2022
Kevin Hewick & Steve Cartwright
£6.00adv £8.00door
Doors 7:30pm
65/75: Celebrating two of Leicester’s most long-established singer-songwriters, playing separate sets and collaborating together, with special guest appearances and lots of surprises...
Wed 23rd Feb 2022
CLOSED
Thu 24th Feb 2022
Doomsday Outlaw
£10.00adv £12.00door
plus Sour Tusk
Doors 8:00pm
Doomsday Outlaw are a ten-legged hard rock, blues tinged juggernaut based in the darkest heart of the UK. Coupling huge riffs and killer grooves with soaring, soulful vocals to deliver timeless tales of heartbreak and redemption, they aim to showcase their distinctive sound to the legions of hard rock faithful around the globe.
With the successful release of 2018 album 'Hard Times', the band have since toured with Jizzy Pearl, Graham Bonnet, and Toby Jepson's Wayward Sons as well as a triumphant appearance on the Sophie stage at Bloodstock.
"Doomsday Outlaw have it all - great riffs, solid rhythms and a singer who should be spoken about in the same company as Rodgers, Coverdale, Hughes, Overland etc" - Powerplay Magazine
"Their bluesy, groove laden rock is delivered with confidence and swagger. Doomsday Outlaw have shown that they are no longer just a band with promise but are delivering on that potential right now" - Metal Talk
With the successful release of 2018 album 'Hard Times', the band have since toured with Jizzy Pearl, Graham Bonnet, and Toby Jepson's Wayward Sons as well as a triumphant appearance on the Sophie stage at Bloodstock.
"Doomsday Outlaw have it all - great riffs, solid rhythms and a singer who should be spoken about in the same company as Rodgers, Coverdale, Hughes, Overland etc" - Powerplay Magazine
"Their bluesy, groove laden rock is delivered with confidence and swagger. Doomsday Outlaw have shown that they are no longer just a band with promise but are delivering on that potential right now" - Metal Talk
Fri 25th Feb 2022
Laurence Jones
£15.00adv £20.00door
plus Greg Brice
Doors 7:30pm
Laurence Jones has developed a virtuoso pedigree as the UK’s hottest young blues guitar-slinger. With passionate riffs, soloing and catchy songs, his cross-over sound has won him several major awards and accolades and slots supporting the likes of Van Morrison, Ringo Starr, Status Quo, Buddy Guy and Jeff Beck.
He has played at some of the most prestigious venues in the world including The Royal Albert Hall in London and The Carnegie Hall in New York and once received a personal invitation from Buddy Guy for Laurence to join him on stage at the 2017 Holland International Blues Festival in front of an audience of 15,000…
His accolades are many. He was introduced into the ‘Hall of Fame British Blues Awards’ for winning ‘Young Artist of the Year’ for three consecutive years, voted as one of the top 10 best Blues guitar players in the world today by MusicRadar and once given the heady title of “The Future of the Blues” by Classic Rock Magazine.
“He’s like a young Eric Clapton, damn right he got the blues” – Buddy Guy
"(2018 release 'The Truth') is a mature and classy release that should prove to be his breakthrough into the Blues mainstream that Joe Bonamassa has trailblazed" - The Daily Express
He has played at some of the most prestigious venues in the world including The Royal Albert Hall in London and The Carnegie Hall in New York and once received a personal invitation from Buddy Guy for Laurence to join him on stage at the 2017 Holland International Blues Festival in front of an audience of 15,000…
His accolades are many. He was introduced into the ‘Hall of Fame British Blues Awards’ for winning ‘Young Artist of the Year’ for three consecutive years, voted as one of the top 10 best Blues guitar players in the world today by MusicRadar and once given the heady title of “The Future of the Blues” by Classic Rock Magazine.
“He’s like a young Eric Clapton, damn right he got the blues” – Buddy Guy
"(2018 release 'The Truth') is a mature and classy release that should prove to be his breakthrough into the Blues mainstream that Joe Bonamassa has trailblazed" - The Daily Express
Sat 26th Feb 2022
CLOSED
Sun 27th Feb 2022
Red Hot Riot
£10.00adv £12.00door
plus Johnny Wildheart & The Blue Lights
Doors 8:00pm
Red Hot Riot are a three piece neo rockabilly/indie influenced band from The Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire. Formed in 2019, the band secured a slot at the acclaimed Glastonbury Festival after just three gigs. A few months later, the band release the first EP titled “NINETEEN”, to which boosted the bands presence with the main single “Life You Get” getting featured on a Glastonbury Festival advert. The band toured all over the U.K. and France, before signing with Western Star Records to release the debut album. In 2021 the debut album was released and was featured in magazines all around the world, and played on various different BBC radio stations.
Mon 28th Feb 2022
CLOSED