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Coming to The Musician in April 2016
Fri 1st Apr 2016
The Mick Pini Band
£10.00
plus Strange Blues
Doors 8:00pm
With a life-time in music, you will hear echoes and influences from the whole tradition of the blues in his playing. His uncompromising adherence to a genuine belief in his music has never been deflected. His distinctive raw, attacking riffs and phrases are reminiscent of such legendary names as Freddie King, Albert Collins or T-Bone Walker.
Mick Pini started playing guitar as a young boy back in 1960. Since then he’s paid his dues in pubs, clubs, festivals, concert halls - even busking on the streets. Over a lifetime he’s worked with all sorts: BB King, Doctor Ross, Professor Longhair, Rich Grech, Mojo Buford, Louisana Red, Dick Heckstall-Smith, Chris Farlowe, Mike Vernon and Luther Allison. Pini has more recently worked with Roy Estrada and Jimmy Carl Black.
Eric Clapton called him the “legitimate successor to Peter Green”, while Mick Vernon described him as “having the energy and attack that made Freddie King one of the greats. There are too few great guitarists working the European scene. Sure there are many good ones, but only a few have the potential to make a mark in a way Peter Green did many years ago”.
A veteran on the blues circuit, Mick now lives in Germany but is very much the real deal and a fascinating character as well as one hell of a guitar player.
As Peter Green is said to have said, ‘it’s is the notes that he doesn’t play that makes him’.
Playing live - Mick will be playing with Strange Blues as his band in England for this tour . They have steadily earned a reputation as a blistering live act, gigging steadily around the East Midlands and supporting and playing with the likes of Sally Barker and Aynsley Lister.
Mick Pini started playing guitar as a young boy back in 1960. Since then he’s paid his dues in pubs, clubs, festivals, concert halls - even busking on the streets. Over a lifetime he’s worked with all sorts: BB King, Doctor Ross, Professor Longhair, Rich Grech, Mojo Buford, Louisana Red, Dick Heckstall-Smith, Chris Farlowe, Mike Vernon and Luther Allison. Pini has more recently worked with Roy Estrada and Jimmy Carl Black.
Eric Clapton called him the “legitimate successor to Peter Green”, while Mick Vernon described him as “having the energy and attack that made Freddie King one of the greats. There are too few great guitarists working the European scene. Sure there are many good ones, but only a few have the potential to make a mark in a way Peter Green did many years ago”.
A veteran on the blues circuit, Mick now lives in Germany but is very much the real deal and a fascinating character as well as one hell of a guitar player.
As Peter Green is said to have said, ‘it’s is the notes that he doesn’t play that makes him’.
Playing live - Mick will be playing with Strange Blues as his band in England for this tour . They have steadily earned a reputation as a blistering live act, gigging steadily around the East Midlands and supporting and playing with the likes of Sally Barker and Aynsley Lister.
Sat 2nd Apr 2016
Violet Cities - 'Bow Out'
£5.00adv
Doors 7:00am
Violet Cities landed on the Leicester Music Scene early 2013 and quickly became 'ones to watch'.
After having a successful 3 years, highlights include beating 300 of the Midlands best bands, earning them a slot at LMF 2014 sharing the stage with the likes of UB40, Labrinth and Tinie Tempah.
The lads toured the UK at the end of 2014, finishing off with two dates in Camden and getting their latest two tracks played on Dean Jackson's BBC Introducing.
After deciding to hang their instruments up and move into the next chapter of their lives, the lads will be playing a Bow Out show at The Musician to say a thank you for everyone's support over the past few years.
After having a successful 3 years, highlights include beating 300 of the Midlands best bands, earning them a slot at LMF 2014 sharing the stage with the likes of UB40, Labrinth and Tinie Tempah.
The lads toured the UK at the end of 2014, finishing off with two dates in Camden and getting their latest two tracks played on Dean Jackson's BBC Introducing.
After deciding to hang their instruments up and move into the next chapter of their lives, the lads will be playing a Bow Out show at The Musician to say a thank you for everyone's support over the past few years.
Sun 3rd Apr 2016
The Zeppelins
£3.00adv £5.00door
The Zeppelins capture the sound, energy and look of Led Zeppelin at the height of their fame. We love Led Zeppelin’s music, it’s as simple as that. The Zeppelins are four musicians with decades of experience across tribute and original bands. We finally found the right combination to play Led Zeppelin’s music and play it right from the soaring high range of a young Robert Plant, those unmistakeable and timeless Page riffs, JPJ’s solid but creative basslines and of course, Bonzo’s thunderous beats.
Mon 4th Apr 2016
The Muffin Men
£10.00adv £12.00door
plus support
The Muffin Men based in Liverpool and primarily play the music of Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention and Captain Beefheart
For this 25th Aniversaray April Fools tour the band will feature Denny Walley, ex Zappa, ex Capt Beefheart, ex Magic Band, as featured on classsic Zappa albums "Bongo Fury" and "Joe's Garage" and the mighty "Bat Chain Puller" with Captain Beefheart.
For this 25th Aniversaray April Fools tour the band will feature Denny Walley, ex Zappa, ex Capt Beefheart, ex Magic Band, as featured on classsic Zappa albums "Bongo Fury" and "Joe's Garage" and the mighty "Bat Chain Puller" with Captain Beefheart.
Tue 5th Apr 2016
He was Eaten By Owls
£5.00adv £6.00door
plus Fatmate, Demcats, Wiseass and Dan Kent
He Was Eaten By Owls bring 'Chorus 30' to Leicester, dragging along more bands than is really necessary in a noisy, freaky onslaught of anti-folk, math rock, post-punk and 'punch-rock', all for the advance price of £5. Bought to you by the foolish idiots at Fu Inle Records and Lo Fi High Five.
Wed 6th Apr 2016
Kris Drever
£12.00adv £12.00door
plus Siobhan Wilson
Doors 8:00pm
Kris Drever celebrates his first decade as an acclaimed solo artist and songwriter with a new studio album, If Wishes Were Horses, and tour. The album is his first for six years (during which time his band Lau have established themselves as the most widely acclaimed and musically progressive trio in British folk music). Drever’s voice and guitar forms part of the backbone of today’s contemporary roots scene. Hugely admired as a solo artist, collaborator, and member of folk superstars Lau, he is a phenomenal and prolific artist.
As well as material from If Wishes Were Horses Kris will revist older songs from across his catalogue, playing many live for the first time. Fans can get involved by posting on his Facebook old songs they would like to hear and Kris will pick from those selections.
"utterly stunning" - fRoots.
In support will be Glaswegian singer-songwriter Siobhan Wilson, who's rapidly making a name for herself with her beautiful voice and fine songwriting.
As well as material from If Wishes Were Horses Kris will revist older songs from across his catalogue, playing many live for the first time. Fans can get involved by posting on his Facebook old songs they would like to hear and Kris will pick from those selections.
"utterly stunning" - fRoots.
In support will be Glaswegian singer-songwriter Siobhan Wilson, who's rapidly making a name for herself with her beautiful voice and fine songwriting.
Thu 7th Apr 2016
CLOSED
Fri 8th Apr 2016
Mudibu & The Jezebel Sextet
Tribute to Otis Redding
£10.00adv £12.00door
World’s Funkiest Tribute To Otis Redding
Mudibu and The Jezebel Sextet present the world’s funkiest Otis Redding tribute. Originally commissioned by Saint Paul Soul Jazz Festival (France) and subsequently touring across Europe, this year's show pairs the vocal talent of Burundian singer songwriter Mudibu with an authentic Stax sound of Hammond and horns from The Jezebel Sextet. The result is a truly uplifting show that is steeped in raw soul and hard 1960s funk, guaranteed to get you on the good foot.
About Mudibu
Burundian singer songwriter Mudibu grew up with a heartfelt love of 1960s soul and RnB and voice to match. He's performed all over Europe and Africa his album Inzatsa (Fireflies)was released by Akazi records in 2015.
About the Jezebel Sextet
With over 10 years experience on the live circuit, The Jezebel Sextet has toured with singers Sir Joe Quarterman, Rev Chunky, and Randa and the Soul Kingdom, played all over Europe, been broadcast on BBC 6 music, and appeared twice on London’s LBC radio. They appear on Freestyle Records’ Fresh Out The Box compilation and released their debut album Lift It Up in 2012 produced by Leigh Gracie.
www.jezebelsextet.com
'The Jezebel Sextet shine with their majestic horn section'– Emrys Baird, Blues & Soul
'Pure dynamite! these guys are one of the best funk soul bands in the world!' – DJ Healer Selecta
'Cool, slinky, and tight in all the right places' - Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show, BBC 6Music
'Pure unadulterated, funky soulful music born out of sheer love' - Rev Chunky
Mudibu and The Jezebel Sextet present the world’s funkiest Otis Redding tribute. Originally commissioned by Saint Paul Soul Jazz Festival (France) and subsequently touring across Europe, this year's show pairs the vocal talent of Burundian singer songwriter Mudibu with an authentic Stax sound of Hammond and horns from The Jezebel Sextet. The result is a truly uplifting show that is steeped in raw soul and hard 1960s funk, guaranteed to get you on the good foot.
About Mudibu
Burundian singer songwriter Mudibu grew up with a heartfelt love of 1960s soul and RnB and voice to match. He's performed all over Europe and Africa his album Inzatsa (Fireflies)was released by Akazi records in 2015.
About the Jezebel Sextet
With over 10 years experience on the live circuit, The Jezebel Sextet has toured with singers Sir Joe Quarterman, Rev Chunky, and Randa and the Soul Kingdom, played all over Europe, been broadcast on BBC 6 music, and appeared twice on London’s LBC radio. They appear on Freestyle Records’ Fresh Out The Box compilation and released their debut album Lift It Up in 2012 produced by Leigh Gracie.
www.jezebelsextet.com
'The Jezebel Sextet shine with their majestic horn section'– Emrys Baird, Blues & Soul
'Pure dynamite! these guys are one of the best funk soul bands in the world!' – DJ Healer Selecta
'Cool, slinky, and tight in all the right places' - Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show, BBC 6Music
'Pure unadulterated, funky soulful music born out of sheer love' - Rev Chunky
Sat 9th Apr 2016
A Night With DeSade
£8.00adv £10.00door
plus support
The boys are back in town for a Holloween special
Rock up - Dress up !
Yes, the boys are back to entertain us once again with their delicious brand of dirty funky rock 'n' roll!
Not to be missed!
Rock up - Dress up !
Yes, the boys are back to entertain us once again with their delicious brand of dirty funky rock 'n' roll!
Not to be missed!
Sun 10th Apr 2016
The Heather Findlay Band
£15.00adv £17.00door
Special guest Halo Blind
Featuring Heather Findlay, John Mitchell (It Bites/Arena), Angela Gordon; Chris Johnson; Alex Cromarty (Mostly Autumn) & Stu Fletcher
"The Heather Findlay Band presents the brand new progressive rock album 'Illusion's Reckoning' live! A cocktail of brand new material, surprises and swan songs, promise a magical, musical experience to remember"
"The Heather Findlay Band presents the brand new progressive rock album 'Illusion's Reckoning' live! A cocktail of brand new material, surprises and swan songs, promise a magical, musical experience to remember"
Mon 11th Apr 2016
The City Acoustic Club
Open Mic Night
Free
Doors 8:00pm
For up to date info and news please join The City Acoustic Club Facebook group!
Tue 12th Apr 2016
Trilogy
£5.00adv £5.00door
plus Alligatr, Remy Turi and Ollie and Alice
Wed 13th Apr 2016
Hat Fitz & Cara
£10.00adv £10.00door
plus Jack Blackman
Doors 8:00pm
Hat Fitz is a “veteran” wild man of the blues scene in Australia. He has a record 18 straight appearances at Byron’s East Coast Blues and Roots Festival, a record that is not likely to ever be broken, and one which bears testimony to his amazing live performances and popularity with festival goers. Cara draws on her soul background (she’s toured Europe and the United States with singers such as Jamiroquai and Corinne Bailey-Rae), and although blessed with a sensational voice she was not content to be labelled as ‘just a singer’. She has taken to drumming duties as well as washboards, flute and tin whistle, sometimes all at once.
Their live shows are masterclasses in powerhouse playing and singing: raw, exciting, exhuberant and a whole load of fun.
"Simple, powerful, stellar" - Rolling Stone.
Supporting is Jack Blackman, a rising young acoustic blues star from Birmngham. Still only in his early twenties he has power and licks to spare allied to some very fine songs indeed.
Their live shows are masterclasses in powerhouse playing and singing: raw, exciting, exhuberant and a whole load of fun.
"Simple, powerful, stellar" - Rolling Stone.
Supporting is Jack Blackman, a rising young acoustic blues star from Birmngham. Still only in his early twenties he has power and licks to spare allied to some very fine songs indeed.
Thu 14th Apr 2016
Kathryn Williams
£12.00adv £15.00door
plus Jinnwoo and Astrid Williamson
‘By inhabiting and responding to a genuinely significant work of literature, Williams has produced her own spellbinding piece of art’ 8/10 Clash Magazine
‘Williams draws on vignettes from the semi-autobiographical novel to explore it’s emotional depths in nine diverse, finely sung songs’ ****Mojo
‘William’s delivery is trapped amidst Ed Harcourt’s arrangements, whose depth recalls Calexico and Portishead’ ****The Independent
‘Draws the listener in with intimate songs layered with gorgeous melodies, spiraling acoustic guitar and atmospheric percussion’ ‘Album of the Month’ Diva
‘An impressive set of hypnotic and unsettling songs’ ****The Mirror
‘A collection of rare eloquence and spectacular beauty…few listeners will remain unmoved’ The Herald
‘In shunning the lazy stereotypical public image […] these songs do Plath a fine service’ ****Irish Herald
‘Plath’s work has impacted on songwriters for many years – but there are very few who, like Williams, have come to a greater understanding of the novel other than it being a handy cipher…Williams combination of melancholy and melody is bang on’ ****Irish Times
‘Goes beyond the one-dimensional perception of [Plath] as a tragic, doomed figure’
****Big Issue In The North
‘Short and brooding…Hypoxia captures the timelessness of Plath’s poetic and powerful literature’ Aesthetica
‘As emotionally gripping as it is sonically explorative’ 8/10 Uncut Magazine
‘Williams draws on vignettes from the semi-autobiographical novel to explore it’s emotional depths in nine diverse, finely sung songs’ ****Mojo
‘William’s delivery is trapped amidst Ed Harcourt’s arrangements, whose depth recalls Calexico and Portishead’ ****The Independent
‘Draws the listener in with intimate songs layered with gorgeous melodies, spiraling acoustic guitar and atmospheric percussion’ ‘Album of the Month’ Diva
‘An impressive set of hypnotic and unsettling songs’ ****The Mirror
‘A collection of rare eloquence and spectacular beauty…few listeners will remain unmoved’ The Herald
‘In shunning the lazy stereotypical public image […] these songs do Plath a fine service’ ****Irish Herald
‘Plath’s work has impacted on songwriters for many years – but there are very few who, like Williams, have come to a greater understanding of the novel other than it being a handy cipher…Williams combination of melancholy and melody is bang on’ ****Irish Times
‘Goes beyond the one-dimensional perception of [Plath] as a tragic, doomed figure’
****Big Issue In The North
‘Short and brooding…Hypoxia captures the timelessness of Plath’s poetic and powerful literature’ Aesthetica
‘As emotionally gripping as it is sonically explorative’ 8/10 Uncut Magazine
Fri 15th Apr 2016
Chicken Head Lounge presents
HUBCAP
Free
Special guests Howling Matt and Slim Jim
Hubcap are a Rock Blues Psychedelic two piece band. Dave moved to Northants 2 years ago after living in Bristol for 15 years gigging round the City in his former Band. The duo met whilst jamming at one of Kelmarsh's regular house partys and it was clear from the outset there was a musical connection. With Vampin electric Slide and Rockin Guitar Riffs, Dan's 'mitchel/bonham' influences and a pinch of rewiring due to their mis-spent youth, they're definitely not a duo to miss...............
Sat 16th Apr 2016
Original Band Showcase Semi Final 1
£6.00
feat: Kermes, James Cull and black storm nation, Stating the Obvious, Alligatr and Crouching Tiger
Back in 2016 for its 12th year, the Original Bands Showcase is set up for unsigned bands and artists of all genres. An independent music event that takes place annually in Leicester, the OBS first launched back in 2004. Its main aim is to give a platform for local live bands and an opportunity to increase exposure and fan base under the umbrella of a series of organised and well supported nights of live music. It has now become an established and credible event on the live music calendar.
Sun 17th Apr 2016
John Hackett Band
£10.00adv £12.00door
plus Howard Sinclair
Doors 8:00pm
The latest incarnation of The John Hackett Band features John on
guitars, keyboards and vocals (and flute!), Nick Fletcher (lead guitar),
Jeremy Richardson (bass, guitars, vocals), and Duncan Parsons (drums,
keys and vocals). They are currently playing material from John's latest
progressive rock album, Another Life (Esoteric EANTCD1053), with songs
also drawn from his previous progressive release, 'Checking Out Of
London' (HackTrax HTRX002), plus some exciting new tracks.
John is best known for his work alongside his brother Steve on many
albums and tours since the 1970s.
"A really gifted rock composer" Classic Rock Society
"Melodic and deliciously British prog" Classic Rock Italy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvJwVY39_CY
guitars, keyboards and vocals (and flute!), Nick Fletcher (lead guitar),
Jeremy Richardson (bass, guitars, vocals), and Duncan Parsons (drums,
keys and vocals). They are currently playing material from John's latest
progressive rock album, Another Life (Esoteric EANTCD1053), with songs
also drawn from his previous progressive release, 'Checking Out Of
London' (HackTrax HTRX002), plus some exciting new tracks.
John is best known for his work alongside his brother Steve on many
albums and tours since the 1970s.
"A really gifted rock composer" Classic Rock Society
"Melodic and deliciously British prog" Classic Rock Italy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvJwVY39_CY
Mon 18th Apr 2016
Pat McManus Band
£10.00adv £12.00door
Doors 8:00pm - 12:00am
The Pat McManus Band are a powerful three piece blues/rock trio, headed up by the former Mama's Boys and Celtus guitarist/violinist virtuoso and true gent Pat McManus (AKA The Professor).
Pat is today considered to be one of the last remaining individual guitar heroes from a generation of Irish guitarists, after the sad and early loss of both Rory Gallagher and Gary Moore. He formed Mama's Boys with his brothers John and Tommy in the eighties. The band, although very young, soon proved to be a great success in the world of rock ’n’ roll and were one of the greatest rock bands to come out of Northern Ireland. They are perhaps best known for their hits 'Needle in the Groove' and their cover of Slade’s ‘Mama Weer all Crazy Now’.
Pat is today considered to be one of the last remaining individual guitar heroes from a generation of Irish guitarists, after the sad and early loss of both Rory Gallagher and Gary Moore. He formed Mama's Boys with his brothers John and Tommy in the eighties. The band, although very young, soon proved to be a great success in the world of rock ’n’ roll and were one of the greatest rock bands to come out of Northern Ireland. They are perhaps best known for their hits 'Needle in the Groove' and their cover of Slade’s ‘Mama Weer all Crazy Now’.
Tue 19th Apr 2016
Martin Stephenson
£12.00adv £14.00door
plus Kevin Hewick
Doors 8:00pm - 11:00pm
MARTIN STEPHENSON has been one of the UK’s best-loved musicians for over 30 years since fronting 80s band The Dainties.
Always popular on the circuit, Stephenson’s “must see” live performances are an exuberant tour-de-force combining heart-in-your-mouth intimacy with playful humour and warm self-deprecation.
The Daintees’ critically acclaimed 1986 debut BOAT TO BOLIVIA opened up an always interesting story. It showcased Stephenson’s songwriting, poetic romanticism and spiritual depth – so marking him out as a soulful cream of the leftfield crop during the self-obsessed 1980s.
Never pandering to a particular scene, Stephenson’s lightness of touch on a varied mix of musical styles was immediately apparent. His path was destined to be a lifelong journey through the music he loved: folk, ragtime, jazz, rockabilly, show tunes, punk-pop and country.
Always popular on the circuit, Stephenson’s “must see” live performances are an exuberant tour-de-force combining heart-in-your-mouth intimacy with playful humour and warm self-deprecation.
The Daintees’ critically acclaimed 1986 debut BOAT TO BOLIVIA opened up an always interesting story. It showcased Stephenson’s songwriting, poetic romanticism and spiritual depth – so marking him out as a soulful cream of the leftfield crop during the self-obsessed 1980s.
Never pandering to a particular scene, Stephenson’s lightness of touch on a varied mix of musical styles was immediately apparent. His path was destined to be a lifelong journey through the music he loved: folk, ragtime, jazz, rockabilly, show tunes, punk-pop and country.
Wed 20th Apr 2016
The Dovetail Trio
£10.00adv £10.00door
feat: Steve Folk
Doors 8:00pm
BBC Radio 2 Folk Award nominee Jamie Roberts, BBC Performing Arts Award winner Rosie Hood, and Newcastle Folk Degree alumnus Matt Quinn have come together in the Dovetail Trio to explore English traditional song with energy, enthusiasm and skill well beyond their years. Catch them in a small venue before its too late!
Support from comes from Steve Folk, last seen in Leicester doing great things on stage supporting Kim Richey.. Fine gutar playing and great songs, get there early!
Support from comes from Steve Folk, last seen in Leicester doing great things on stage supporting Kim Richey.. Fine gutar playing and great songs, get there early!
Thu 21st Apr 2016
Josh Harty
£6.00adv £7.00door
Special guest The Good Intentions
Touring across continents, Josh Harty's unique blend of American music has become a must-hear for those who keep the tradition of country, blues and folk close to their hearts. Born and raised on the plains of North Dakota, Josh has continued the old family tradition of playing guitar. His father, both a preacher, and the Police Chief of their small town, was also Harty's music mentor. From age 6, Josh and his father traveled the Midwest performing at senior centers, churches, small town festivals and the like. He released his first "album" at age 9 and another at age 11, with combined sales of over 8,000 cassettes.
“An honest voice and fingers that seem to catch fire!” -Atlanta Music Guide
“There is a dignity to this music making that leaves us feeling enriched for the experience. . . “ -No Depression
“An honest voice and fingers that seem to catch fire!” -Atlanta Music Guide
“There is a dignity to this music making that leaves us feeling enriched for the experience. . . “ -No Depression
Fri 22nd Apr 2016
La Villa Strangiato (Rush tribute)
£10.00adv £12.00door
La Villa Strangiato is an italian project, started in 2010 by Gabriele Ferrari and Carlo Fattorini, two roman musicians who had already worked together in the project "Yessongs Italy", with which they gained international praise. The purpose of La Villa Strangiato is to revive Rush's production of the '70s and first '80s, the period of their maximum popularity.
The band formed in 2010 and, thanks to the contribution of several friends and musicians, finally presented their first show (entirely dedicated to the album "Exit Stage Left") in Rome in March 2011. From then on, they started playing in several clubs across Europe with good results; but it's with the contribution of musician Claudio Sinisi (guitar) that they finally achieved the perfect combination of sound and technique.
The band present classics such as In The Mood and Working Man, as well as obscure tracks which very rarely get aired by Rush themselves plus favourites such as Xanadu, 2112, The Spirit Of Radio and many more.
The band formed in 2010 and, thanks to the contribution of several friends and musicians, finally presented their first show (entirely dedicated to the album "Exit Stage Left") in Rome in March 2011. From then on, they started playing in several clubs across Europe with good results; but it's with the contribution of musician Claudio Sinisi (guitar) that they finally achieved the perfect combination of sound and technique.
The band present classics such as In The Mood and Working Man, as well as obscure tracks which very rarely get aired by Rush themselves plus favourites such as Xanadu, 2112, The Spirit Of Radio and many more.
Sat 23rd Apr 2016
Original Band Showcase Semi final 2
£6.00
feat: Idle Empire, Chambers, Jimmy Amnesia, Mountain Jam and Dead Question
Back in 2016 for its 12th year, the Original Bands Showcase is set up for unsigned bands and artists of all genres. An independent music event that takes place annually in Leicester, the OBS first launched back in 2004. Its main aim is to give a platform for local live bands and an opportunity to increase exposure and fan base under the umbrella of a series of organised and well supported nights of live music. It has now become an established and credible event on the live music calendar.
Sun 24th Apr 2016
Sally Barker & Vicki Genfan
£7.00adv £9.00door
Doors 7:00pm
Every now and then an artist comes along whose music reaches out and touches the soul of all who hear them…virtuoso guitarist, singer and composer Vicki Genfan is among those artists… Drawing from folk, jazz, pop, soul and world music, Vicki is redefining ‘singer/songwriter culture.’ With a mastery of the acoustic guitar that borders on pure alchemy, audiences are mesmerized by the waves of sound Vicki creates with just two hands and her voice. Using 29 alternate tunings and the percussive technique she calls ‘slap-tap’, you’ll find the addition of her pure, expressive vocals that dig deep and stir the heart to be the perfect accompaniment on many of her songs. Vicki writes and beautifully sings her own brand of music and lyrics while putting her unmistakable imprint on familiar tunes like the Beatles’ Norweigian Wood. An evening with Vicki is far more than a concert; stories, warmth and humor come gift wrapped in an unforgettable evening of music that leaves the audience always wanting more.
Sally Barker is a singer's singer and a songwriter's songwriter. You will remember the very first time you heard her sing for her voice is like no other. She has the ability to lift the words off the page and can move people to tears armed with that 'bucket-full of soul' voice.
As a singer, songwriter, guitarist and producer Sally has had a long and varied career in music. Labelled a folk artist for much of her successful career, Sally's appeal stretches across many more musical genres. A much respected solo artist with half a dozen solo albums to her name, Sally is also celebrated for her live and studio work fronting all-female folk supergroup The Poozies." adapted from a short biog by Simon Redley
Sally Barker is a singer's singer and a songwriter's songwriter. You will remember the very first time you heard her sing for her voice is like no other. She has the ability to lift the words off the page and can move people to tears armed with that 'bucket-full of soul' voice.
As a singer, songwriter, guitarist and producer Sally has had a long and varied career in music. Labelled a folk artist for much of her successful career, Sally's appeal stretches across many more musical genres. A much respected solo artist with half a dozen solo albums to her name, Sally is also celebrated for her live and studio work fronting all-female folk supergroup The Poozies." adapted from a short biog by Simon Redley
Mon 25th Apr 2016
The City Acoustic Club
For up to date info and news please join The City Acoustic Club Facebook group!
Tue 26th Apr 2016
Aynsley Lister
Exclusive Acoustic Show
£8.00adv £10.00door
plus David Bristow
A rare treat to see Aynsley Lister play his exclusive stripped down show
Multi award winning artiste - "Best Songwriter" and "Best Song (for Home)" in the British Blues Awards and runner up for three more; "Best Guitarist", "Best Male Vocalist" and "Best Album
"There’s no young English blues guitarist with more vivid musical ideas than Lister… with this album, mostly electric and entirely electrifying, Lister challenges anyone to keep up with him… His guitar playing on tracks like ‘Say Goodbye’ or ‘Balls Of Steel’ is a fire hazard! 4/5 stars MOJO
Multi award winning artiste - "Best Songwriter" and "Best Song (for Home)" in the British Blues Awards and runner up for three more; "Best Guitarist", "Best Male Vocalist" and "Best Album
"There’s no young English blues guitarist with more vivid musical ideas than Lister… with this album, mostly electric and entirely electrifying, Lister challenges anyone to keep up with him… His guitar playing on tracks like ‘Say Goodbye’ or ‘Balls Of Steel’ is a fire hazard! 4/5 stars MOJO
Wed 27th Apr 2016
Blue Rose Code
£10.00adv £12.00door
Doors 8:00pm - 11:00pm
From the first listen, the music of Blue Rose Code pricks the ears and demands the attention. It’s merely the beginning.
As BBC broadcaster Mary-Anne Kennedy said recently, “Blue Rose Code is one of those rare artists whose work makes you sit up and listen”.
The Ballads Of Peckham Rye, Blue Rose Code’s latest record, was nominated for the prestigious Scottish Album Of The Year Awards in 2014 and features a roll-call of remarkable talent, the likes of which brings to mind a bye-gone era from the sixties and seventies where collaboration was part of the process of making art. Danny Thompson, Karine Polwart, John Wetton, Aidan O’Rourke and Kathryn Williams all appear on the record. Both singles from Ballads received heavy airplay.
As BBC broadcaster Mary-Anne Kennedy said recently, “Blue Rose Code is one of those rare artists whose work makes you sit up and listen”.
The Ballads Of Peckham Rye, Blue Rose Code’s latest record, was nominated for the prestigious Scottish Album Of The Year Awards in 2014 and features a roll-call of remarkable talent, the likes of which brings to mind a bye-gone era from the sixties and seventies where collaboration was part of the process of making art. Danny Thompson, Karine Polwart, John Wetton, Aidan O’Rourke and Kathryn Williams all appear on the record. Both singles from Ballads received heavy airplay.
Thu 28th Apr 2016
The Moulettes
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Doors 8:00pm - 11:00pm
Divine harmonies…Orchestral folk at its very finest.”
- Time Out
“The best music I heard at Latitude was by the Moulettes”
The Independent
“Frontrunners of the new British acoustic scene thanks to their sophisticated, unpredictable approach”
Robin Denselow, The Guardian
“Welcome to the world of prog folk… Moulettes are among the current leading UK practitioners of the sub-genre. They are like a cross between Pentangle and the Kronos Quartet, by way of Kate Bush and early Pink Floyd’s Syd Barrett.”
Reuters.
“This is what a modern folk album should sound like.”
London Evening Standard
- Time Out
“The best music I heard at Latitude was by the Moulettes”
The Independent
“Frontrunners of the new British acoustic scene thanks to their sophisticated, unpredictable approach”
Robin Denselow, The Guardian
“Welcome to the world of prog folk… Moulettes are among the current leading UK practitioners of the sub-genre. They are like a cross between Pentangle and the Kronos Quartet, by way of Kate Bush and early Pink Floyd’s Syd Barrett.”
Reuters.
“This is what a modern folk album should sound like.”
London Evening Standard
Fri 29th Apr 2016
Steve Gibbons
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Doors 8:00pm
Steve Gibbons joined the Dominettes in 1960.
By 1963, The Dominettes were re-named The Uglys.
Gibbons teamed up with guitarist Trevor Burton from The Move in 1969 and by April of that year they had formed a new group called Balls. Gibbons left the band in February 1971.
Gibbons returned to Birmingham from London to join The Idle Race for three months in 1971. This band rapidly evolved into the Steve Gibbons Band. In 1976 they toured with The Who in the UK, Europe and the United States. Their album, 'Rollin' On' included their biggest hit single, "Tulane".
As of 2015 Gibbons continues to tour extensively.
By 1963, The Dominettes were re-named The Uglys.
Gibbons teamed up with guitarist Trevor Burton from The Move in 1969 and by April of that year they had formed a new group called Balls. Gibbons left the band in February 1971.
Gibbons returned to Birmingham from London to join The Idle Race for three months in 1971. This band rapidly evolved into the Steve Gibbons Band. In 1976 they toured with The Who in the UK, Europe and the United States. Their album, 'Rollin' On' included their biggest hit single, "Tulane".
As of 2015 Gibbons continues to tour extensively.
Sat 30th Apr 2016
MAMA the all era Genesis tribute band
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Mama play the music of British supergroup Genesis (both Gabriel and Collins eras) and some pieces by former members. The band is based in the UK and currently plays 20-25 shows a year at venues across the country.
The band are led by front man and lead vocalist John Wilkinson, highly acclaimed for his ability to deliver on the Phil Collins vocal sound of Genesis with power, passion and total precision. On keyboards, the group benefits from the technical wizardry of John Comish. Stunning guitars are provided by Mark Comish, backed up with the rock solid technical playing of James Cooper on drums and David Jones on bass.
Mama's philosophy is very simple… they are not trying to BE Genesis, they are just five part-time musician Genesis fans, aided and abetted by fans and a loyal crew, playing for other fans!
The band are led by front man and lead vocalist John Wilkinson, highly acclaimed for his ability to deliver on the Phil Collins vocal sound of Genesis with power, passion and total precision. On keyboards, the group benefits from the technical wizardry of John Comish. Stunning guitars are provided by Mark Comish, backed up with the rock solid technical playing of James Cooper on drums and David Jones on bass.
Mama's philosophy is very simple… they are not trying to BE Genesis, they are just five part-time musician Genesis fans, aided and abetted by fans and a loyal crew, playing for other fans!