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Coming to The International in August 2025
Featuring :- Hulot Mystery Action + R5 + Gestalt + Bad Toaster + The Cars That Ate Parts + Drop + Kevin Hewick
A benefit for the lucy Phillips Arts Fund
12 midday to 12 midnight
furry spinning guitars, greatest hits. Have mercy!
Anthony (a veteran with 15 acclaimed albums under his belt) is working on a new collection under the working title The Big Seas of their Dreams, the first original pieces in almost two years from the Coleraine-born, Belfast-based songwriter.
As always, expect an afternoon of fine playing, singing, great between-song stories - and a selection of classics from the back catalogue, including ‘The Road to Fivemiletown’, ‘Sailortown’, ‘Well Well Well’ and many more – including some blues, some covers and – these days – the odd rendition of a poem or two, selections from some of Anthony’s favourite writers.
Doors 7.30pm Starts 8pm
(2 sets)
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!
This gig is at The International
Featuring
The Drugstore Cowboys
Craig Shaw & The Excellos
The Bo' Weevil Brothers
His subtle and fabulously expressive playing is grounded firmly in the ‘50s and ‘60s heyday of the Chicago and Gulf Coast styles of playing.
With a tremendously experienced band backing him, Simon never fails to deliver anything less than a first-rate evenings entertainment and never lets good taste and soulfulness stifle a rockin’ night out.
Doors 7.30pm Starts 8pm
The David Wyatt Band….
Those that venture out to venues, supporting friends, catching old favourites or new recommendations speak in revered tones about those truly special nights when spellbinding happens… when the music, performance & atmosphere transcends the usual and legends are born.
We invite you to such a night.
David Wyatt is an incredible singer / songwriter, blessed with a soaring voice, an enchanting charisma and a wealth of diverse original material showcasing his skills. Backed by the finest musicians around working only to serve the songs, The David Wyatt Band conjure sonic magic which will take your breath away.
After an incredible sell out show heralding their return last December, David and Band are back for a summer fixture. Expect the unexpected, along with the usual ridiculousness, banter, tangents – but above all else, expect THE Voice, THOSE songs – and THAT Band.
‘After December we can’t wait to play again, it was amazing to see so many familiar faces and make new friends. We hope you can join us in the summer – look after yourselves and see you there!’
This event is likely to sell out early - book now to avoid disappointment.
Generously raising funds for The Samaritans
Pay what you can by donation
on the door or £4advance
featuring 3 of Leicester's best
The Other Country
Dust & Debris
Leannan
Ultimate Texas authentically pay homage to Texas and Sharleen Spiteri .
Come and enjoy a night of the best of Texas songs live such as:
I Don't Want A Lover
In Demand
Black Eyed Boy
Say What You Want
Summer Son
To name but a few.
Backed by some of the regions finest musicians, singer/songwriter Findley Webster fronts this brilliant Texas tribute.
Having performed for many years as a singer songwriter and guitarist Sharleen Spiteri has always been an inspiration to Findley.
Her voice, the songs, the style, the attitude. So when the idea of a Texas tribute was suggested: - Ultimate Texas was born.
A show not to be missed.
Band consists of Graham Summers and Jenny Carter plus guest musicians. Support will be by Sheila Mosley (Leicester's Joan Baez!)