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Coming to The Musician in August 2016
Mon 1st Aug 2016
CLOSED
Tue 2nd Aug 2016
Case Hardin
£10.00adv £10.00door
plus Paul McClure
Doors 8:00pm
Case Hardin have a fair claim to being the UK's best Americana outfit. In Pete Gow they have an outstanding songwriter who gets better with every album. Jim Maving, who also plays with Mick Ralphs, is a mean guitarist and Tim Emery and Andy Bastow are a rhythm section to be reckoned with. The band can rock like demons or dial it right back if necessary. Five star reviews follow them wherever they go and this will be a night to remember.
"Songs of broken dreams to match anyone in Nashville" - Q
Support comes from Paul McClure aka the Rutland Troubadour, whose live sets are a delightful mix of fine songs, dry wit and plain old-fashioned entertainment.
"Songs of broken dreams to match anyone in Nashville" - Q
Support comes from Paul McClure aka the Rutland Troubadour, whose live sets are a delightful mix of fine songs, dry wit and plain old-fashioned entertainment.
Wed 3rd Aug 2016
CLOSED
Thu 4th Aug 2016
CLOSED
Fri 5th Aug 2016
Stereosonics
£8.00
Doors 8:00pm
In 1999 the group began as a covers band playing a varied repertoire of current and classic anthems. The set included several Stereophonics tracks and it soon became apparent that Shane had the same vocal range and a similar voice to Kelly Jones. So in the summer of 2000 they decided to venture into the world of tribute bands and Replicaphonics were born!
They mastered the large catalogue of Stereophonics songs and began to perform live on a regular basis, even playing a fantastic gig at the Working Man's Club in Cwmaman, Wales; where the Stereophonics played their first ever live show, due to it being Kelly, Richard and Stuart's home town! They had the great pleasure of being joined onstage by Stuart Cable Stereophonics former drummer - which was a personal highlight for the band. They received many compliments that evening regarding the performance, even being told that Shane sounds like Kelly by Mrs Jones herself! They continued to perform over the years and became renowned for providing great entertainment that could not be rivalled unless you had an audience with the band themselves.
They mastered the large catalogue of Stereophonics songs and began to perform live on a regular basis, even playing a fantastic gig at the Working Man's Club in Cwmaman, Wales; where the Stereophonics played their first ever live show, due to it being Kelly, Richard and Stuart's home town! They had the great pleasure of being joined onstage by Stuart Cable Stereophonics former drummer - which was a personal highlight for the band. They received many compliments that evening regarding the performance, even being told that Shane sounds like Kelly by Mrs Jones herself! They continued to perform over the years and became renowned for providing great entertainment that could not be rivalled unless you had an audience with the band themselves.
Sat 6th Aug 2016
CLOSED
Sun 7th Aug 2016
CLOSED
Mon 8th Aug 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 9th Aug 2016
TARRP
£4.00adv £5.00door
Bringing together some of Leicester's finest musicians, TARRP is primarily a covers band specialising in classic rock and soul from the 60's,70's and 80's.
Wed 10th Aug 2016
Dunbarrow
£5.00adv
plus Prophets of Saturn, Urethra Franklin and Colossloth
Doors 8:00pm
Norway's Dunbarrow play Heavy rock inspired by the early doom of the 70's.
Plus Leicester's own psyc-rockers -Prophets of Saturn
Plus Leicester's own psyc-rockers -Prophets of Saturn
Thu 11th Aug 2016
CLOSED
SHOW CANCELLED
Unfortunately tonight's Steve Hovington + Morgan King show has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Refunds are available from all points of purchase.
Fri 12th Aug 2016
AC/DC UK
£8.00adv £10.00door
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.
Sat 13th Aug 2016
CLOSED
SHOW CANCELLED
Unfortunately the Mods & Rockers show has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Refunds are available from all points of purchase.
Sun 14th Aug 2016
Momentum presents 'Concert for Corbyn'
£5.00 / £2 (unwaged)
feat: Kenny Wilson, Echolocation, Tom Lewitt, Grace & The Magic Roots and Markus Reeves
Doors 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Come and join Kenny Wilson and local musicians and poets in a celebration of alternative music for alternative politics.
Acts booked so far include Kevin Hewick, Echolocation, Tom Lewitt, Grace and the Magic Roots, Markus Reeves and many more tbc.
Anyone who wants to play please get in touch.
No advance tickets, pay on the door.
Acts booked so far include Kevin Hewick, Echolocation, Tom Lewitt, Grace and the Magic Roots, Markus Reeves and many more tbc.
Anyone who wants to play please get in touch.
No advance tickets, pay on the door.
Mon 15th Aug 2016
The City Acoustic Club
Open Mic Night
Doors 8:00pm
For up to date info and news please join The City Acoustic Club Facebook group!
Tue 16th Aug 2016
The Besnard Lakes
£10.00adv £12.00door
plus Mountaintop Junkshop and The Kirkland Turn
Doors 8:00pm - 11:00pm
The story of The Besnard Lakes begins at Besnard Lake: a spectacular yet secluded water feature in rural Saskatchewan which the Montreal group’s husband and wife core, Jace Lasek and Olga Goreas, visit each summer for inspiration and escape. This year the couple’s campsite was surrounded for a worrying few days by forest flames, a literal ring of fire which informed the devil-may-care spirit of their exuberant fifth album.
“Besnard Lake is usually the place where we get the germination of ideas,” explains Jace. “We set up a small recording rig in the trailer we have up there .This time there were also helicopters with giant water tanks flying over us while we were fishing on the lake!”
Armed with demos and memories from their trip, the pair returned to the city and entered Breakglass Studios. Unique among their furrowed brow peers, The Besnard Lakes are unafraid to marry textured, questing headphone sonics to the honeyed pleasure of radio hits past: the rapture of My Bloody Valentine entwined with the romance of Fleetwood Mac. Imagine dreamy Beach House riding Led Zeppelin dynamics, with unabashedly androgynous vocal harmonies. This melodic yet mountainous soundworld was sculpted at Breakglass, their own modest Paisley Park.
“Besnard Lake is usually the place where we get the germination of ideas,” explains Jace. “We set up a small recording rig in the trailer we have up there .This time there were also helicopters with giant water tanks flying over us while we were fishing on the lake!”
Armed with demos and memories from their trip, the pair returned to the city and entered Breakglass Studios. Unique among their furrowed brow peers, The Besnard Lakes are unafraid to marry textured, questing headphone sonics to the honeyed pleasure of radio hits past: the rapture of My Bloody Valentine entwined with the romance of Fleetwood Mac. Imagine dreamy Beach House riding Led Zeppelin dynamics, with unabashedly androgynous vocal harmonies. This melodic yet mountainous soundworld was sculpted at Breakglass, their own modest Paisley Park.
Wed 17th Aug 2016
CLOSED
Thu 18th Aug 2016
Kafkadiva
£5.00
plus support
Doors 8:00pm
Exciting, up-coming Leicester multi-genre three-piece, Kafkadiva, released their new album ‘Dysfunctionormal’ in September 2018 and have chosen The Musician as the perfect venue to perform the album live for the first time!
This experienced trio of local musicians, namely Louise Wilson (guitars, lead vocals), Steve Chilton (bass) and Tony Norris (drums), have already made a name for themselves since coming together in 2016, organically growing a loyal fan-following who are drawn to their relatable - and often wry - lyrics, and diverse musical sound and style.
‘Dysfunctionormal’ is the second album from Kafkadiva and follows the well-received debut release, ‘Big Toes and Fingers’. The new all original twelve-track LP features the deliciously bluesy, riff-based title track, along with the radio-friendly and melodic ballad, ‘How Long’, and the deeply emotive ‘Catch Me’. As is the case with the album, Kafkadiva’s live set will ensure a journey through many different genres whilst remaining recognisably Kafkadiva.
As Louise would say, “Our sound is always led by wherever the song takes us. Why be ‘samey’ when you can be different?”
Come along and find out for yourselves!
www.kafkadiva.com www.kafkadiva.bandcamp.com
This experienced trio of local musicians, namely Louise Wilson (guitars, lead vocals), Steve Chilton (bass) and Tony Norris (drums), have already made a name for themselves since coming together in 2016, organically growing a loyal fan-following who are drawn to their relatable - and often wry - lyrics, and diverse musical sound and style.
‘Dysfunctionormal’ is the second album from Kafkadiva and follows the well-received debut release, ‘Big Toes and Fingers’. The new all original twelve-track LP features the deliciously bluesy, riff-based title track, along with the radio-friendly and melodic ballad, ‘How Long’, and the deeply emotive ‘Catch Me’. As is the case with the album, Kafkadiva’s live set will ensure a journey through many different genres whilst remaining recognisably Kafkadiva.
As Louise would say, “Our sound is always led by wherever the song takes us. Why be ‘samey’ when you can be different?”
Come along and find out for yourselves!
www.kafkadiva.com www.kafkadiva.bandcamp.com
Fri 19th Aug 2016
Motley Crude + Electric Circus UK
Fabulous double header!
£8.00adv £10.00door
plus Electric Circus UK
Doors 8:00pm
Mötley Crüde are a UK based tribute to the Lewd, Crüed & Tattooed rockers from the Los Angeles Sunset Strip! Originally started in late 2015, Mötley Crüde have quickly become recognised by Crüe fans as the band that you have to see if you want the authentic real deal visually and musically. The set list is comprised of songs from the bands first album Too Fast For Love (1981) to Saints Of Los Angeles (2008) and absolutely everything in-between!
Sat 20th Aug 2016
Ann Duggan Band 20th Anniversary
£5.00adv £6.00door
Doors 8:00pm
IT'S ANNIVERSARY PARTY TIME!!
Annie will be joined by a variety of musicians who have performed with her on this night of celebrations, looking back over the last 20 years culminating into a collection of new work for an album that will be released at the end of the year.
She has always carried the torch for original powerful songs that have taken her and her band of musicians across the country and as far as the west coast of America and Texas. Although hard to categorize, she has often been likened to Bette Midler and Stevie Nicks and a whole load of other artists in between. She totally connects with her audience where emotions are explored and are scooped up into the story telling journey. With each song rarely ever being the same, Colin Granger who writes solely for Annie has been likened to Richard Thompson.
Annie will be joined by a variety of musicians who have performed with her on this night of celebrations, looking back over the last 20 years culminating into a collection of new work for an album that will be released at the end of the year.
She has always carried the torch for original powerful songs that have taken her and her band of musicians across the country and as far as the west coast of America and Texas. Although hard to categorize, she has often been likened to Bette Midler and Stevie Nicks and a whole load of other artists in between. She totally connects with her audience where emotions are explored and are scooped up into the story telling journey. With each song rarely ever being the same, Colin Granger who writes solely for Annie has been likened to Richard Thompson.
Sun 21st Aug 2016
Gwyn Ashton
£10.00
Doors 8:00pm
From searing electric slide guitar to the subtleties of delicate open-tuned acoustics, Ashton’s virtuoso skills on the instrument and
stage presence are at the heart of his shows, with the full-band sound achieved through a mix of vintage and modern guitar effects
and kick drum. Pushing the boundaries of a solo performer, he creates a rich palette of soundscapes without the need for backing
tracks or even a set list. With a natural crowd rapport, he works his audience hard. From a whisper to a scream, he is a dynamic and
mesmerising soulful guitarist, vocalist and writer of songs about life and observations collected from over 30 years on the road.
stage presence are at the heart of his shows, with the full-band sound achieved through a mix of vintage and modern guitar effects
and kick drum. Pushing the boundaries of a solo performer, he creates a rich palette of soundscapes without the need for backing
tracks or even a set list. With a natural crowd rapport, he works his audience hard. From a whisper to a scream, he is a dynamic and
mesmerising soulful guitarist, vocalist and writer of songs about life and observations collected from over 30 years on the road.
Mon 22nd Aug 2016
Joan Shelley
£7.00adv
Doors 8:00pm
Fresh from the Green Man festival we welcome another folk traditionalist in the loosest sense of the term, Joan Shelley is constantly playing with and tweaking the blueprint of the genre she finds herself classified within. So while there is guitar, strings, banjo and her captivating voice at the heart of it all, the music itself tends to go places unexpected; a wonderful songwriter bringing folk very much in to the 21st century.
Tue 23rd Aug 2016
Tapestry
£4.00adv £5.00door
plus Trilogy and Reuben Wisner
Doors 8:00pm
Winners of the 2014 Original Bands Showcase, Tapestry are a trio from Leicester consisting of Elliot Buchanan, Taylor Burton and Alex Ulyett. They play hip hop influenced electronic music that they write and produce themselves. Their musical influences include artists such as James Blake and BadBadNotGood to Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye. The result is a balance between soul inspired melodies and electronic productions.
Wed 24th Aug 2016
George Borowski
£5.00adv £6.00door
plus Stevie Jones and Kevin Hewick
Doors 8:00pm
"I have never seen a rock 'n roll performer so completely connected with what he was doing on stage" Frank Black - Pixies
"One of the most gifted singer/songwriters and natural performers I have ever seen" Mick Middles - Music Journalist/Writer
"A unique singer-songwriter with a righteous howl - George is one of the reasons I became a musician" Jimi Goodwin - Doves
"One of the most gifted singer/songwriters and natural performers I have ever seen" Mick Middles - Music Journalist/Writer
"A unique singer-songwriter with a righteous howl - George is one of the reasons I became a musician" Jimi Goodwin - Doves
Thu 25th Aug 2016
The Junipers
£6.00adv £7.00door
Doors 8:00pm
TWO SETS OF PSYCHADELIC POP TO CELEBRATE THEIR NEW ALBUM
''Red Bouquet Fair''
The Junipers are a 5-piece band who started out as a recording project in 2000 with a passion for vintage sounds.
They mix a collection of instruments like Sitar, Zither, Balalaika, Harp, Mellotron etc, with superb vocal harmonies, psychedelic effects and pop elements to great effect.
''Red Bouquet Fair''
The Junipers are a 5-piece band who started out as a recording project in 2000 with a passion for vintage sounds.
They mix a collection of instruments like Sitar, Zither, Balalaika, Harp, Mellotron etc, with superb vocal harmonies, psychedelic effects and pop elements to great effect.
Fri 26th Aug 2016
David Wyatt Band
£5.00adv
plus Sophia Marshall Band
Doors 8:00pm
It is difficult to categorise David and his music, so think somewhere between Jeff Buckley-esque soaring, beautiful, intimately crafted songs, happy feel-good numbers harping back to the jazz era of the 1920s and pounding epics that will stick in your head forever.
His shows are always unique, especially when it comes to audience-band banter, but you are also served a visual treat,with a likeness somewhere between a Victorian gentleman and Captain Jack Sparrow.
It’s always wise when going to a David Wyatt gig to expect the unexpected, the only constant is high-quality entertainment and a memorable evening.
His shows are always unique, especially when it comes to audience-band banter, but you are also served a visual treat,with a likeness somewhere between a Victorian gentleman and Captain Jack Sparrow.
It’s always wise when going to a David Wyatt gig to expect the unexpected, the only constant is high-quality entertainment and a memorable evening.
Sat 27th Aug 2016
Jeffrey Lewis & Los Bolts
£10.00adv £12.00door
plus Echolocation
Doors 8:00pm
The joy in Jeffrey Lewis & Los Bolts’ latest album MANHATTAN were the details that Lewis brought out, the richness of his characters and situations made the songs brilliantly evocative. And he’s been doing that for so long it’s easy to forget what a gifted talent we have.
Since his early albums of the noughties like The Last Time I Did Acid I Went Insane and It’s the Ones Who’ve Cracked That the Light Shines Through, Lewis has created these worlds in vivid detail and brought us on the journey with him.
Since his early albums of the noughties like The Last Time I Did Acid I Went Insane and It’s the Ones Who’ve Cracked That the Light Shines Through, Lewis has created these worlds in vivid detail and brought us on the journey with him.
Sun 28th Aug 2016
CLOSED
Mon 29th Aug 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 30th Aug 2016
Trilogy
£4.00adv £5.00door
plus KAHU and Remy Turi
Doors 8:00pm
From Trilogy comes the debut EP, ‘Pocketwatch. On the 30th August, at The Musician, the trio (with some special guests who made the project possible) will showcase the music from the recording, along with a host of music both new and old. The EP features 4 tracks, covering all the avenues and genres that Trilogy have become known for over the last couple of years. A limited amount of physical copies, with artwork by Cat Marshall, will also be available (before anywhere else) on the night. We hope you can join us for what promises to be a very special evening.
Wed 31st Aug 2016
Kevin Hewick & Friends
Album Launch Gig
£5.00
plus Dave Dhonau, Mark Haynes, Jim Tetlow and Tom Lewitt
Doors 8:00pm
Join Kevin Hewick and friends to launch his new album '' Touching stones. Tasting Rain''
Released on Botheration Records. Available on C.D and download
Released on Botheration Records. Available on C.D and download