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Ex Faces-Ian McLagan & Band
Date: 25 July 2008
A rare chance to see Ex SMALL FACES/FACES man Ian McLagan.In his Band on Bass is Mark Andes from...SPIRIT,FIREFALL,JO JO GUNNE AND HEART.Be quick these are going to be in huge demand.
Jeff Lang
Date: 27 July 2008
A guitarist, singer and songwriter, Jeff has built up a reputation for startlingly original performances, working without a set list, allowing the unique energy of each night to shape the songs. "Seeing Jeff Lang was like being at church for three hours - a totally sacred event. He’s the man as far as I’m concerned." John Butler "Lang’s music is as fiercely original as it is moving ." Guitar Player Magazine "Lang is really the godfather of an Australia-based back-to-basics blues movement that now encompasses the John Butler Trio, Ash Grunwald and Xavier Rudd." Bruce Elder Sydney Morning Herald
Dean Friedman
Date: 01 August 2008
In the summer of 1977, Dean Friedman marked his entry into pop consciousness with the enormous success of his infectious hit single Ariel, a quirkily irresistible and uncategorizable pop song about a free spirited, music loving, vegetarian Jewish girl in a peasant blouse who lived, as the lyric goes, "...way on the other side of the Hudson." A year later, Friedman struck again, this time with a magical duet, performed with singer Denise Marsa, entitled Lucky Stars. Lucky Stars zoomed to the top of the UK singles charts going instantly gold. The now classic single Lucky Stars paved the way for a slew of hits off of Friedman's humorously titled album "Well, Well" Said the Rocking Chair", including familiar tracks such as Lydia and Rocking Chair as well as singles from his first album, Woman of Mine and Ariel.
Gail Davies
Date: 03 August 2008
"Gail Davies has been responsible for several of the best albums to emerge from Nashville ... The reason she's not more heralded is the same reason she's so good: Her music has an uncompromising intelligence and freshness that often exceeds the low expectations of the Nashville industry. She is one of the most vital and progressive artists in this business." - NEW COUNTRY MAGAZINE "For years Gail Davies has been like one of music's private treasures, jealously hoarded by a relative handful as someone special, a sort of gourmet's delight. She has been adored by critics, highly respected by musicians, songwriters and fellow artists and beloved by a hard core of music connoisseurs. She is said to be the first female recording artist in Nashville to produce her own records. I asked her why that was so important to her and she replied, without hesitation, "Because I'm so good at it." My first reaction to such a statement from such a normally understated woman as Davies was to laugh. But it was no joke. Modesty is a virtue but false modesty and female self-effacement are not the lady's style. There is nothing of the weepy, down-trodden, victimized woman in her singing or in her personality." - HER MUSIC IS HER OWN (The book by William Zmudka)
Gail Davies Band
Date: 03 August 2008
"Gail Davies has been responsible for several of the best albums to emerge from Nashville ... The reason she's not more heralded is the same reason she's so good: Her music has an uncompromising intelligence and freshness that often exceeds the low expectations of the Nashville industry. She is one of the most vital and progressive artists in this business." - NEW COUNTRY MAGAZINE "For years Gail Davies has been like one of music's private treasures, jealously hoarded by a relative handful as someone special, a sort of gourmet's delight. She has been adored by critics, highly respected by musicians, songwriters and fellow artists and beloved by a hard core of music connoisseurs. She is said to be the first female recording artist in Nashville to produce her own records. I asked her why that was so important to her and she replied, without hesitation, "Because I'm so good at it." My first reaction to such a statement from such a normally understated woman as Davies was to laugh. But it was no joke. Modesty is a virtue but false modesty and female self-effacement are not the lady's style. There is nothing of the weepy, down-trodden, victimized woman in her singing or in her personality." - HER MUSIC IS HER OWN (The book by William Zmudka)
The Mercury Men
Date: 05 August 2008
Singned to SONY BMG.......Ones to watch! Remensicent of CSNY etc.Currently supporting Deacon Blue.
David Ogilvy
Date: 09 August 2008
The Times Heaven and Earth **** A Scottish-American (via Notting Hill) country bluesman and fan of JJ Cale and Townes Van Zandt, Ogilvy deserves to win over the fans of his heroes with his third album. Heaven and Earth is so warm, Ogilvy’s delivery so laid-back, that you feel as if you could knock it back with a single ice cube in a whisky tumbler. Gems include Stick Around, a sultry pedal-steel number, and Hey Jimmy Shand, a gently rollocking tribute to the Scottish dance-band leader.
Mike Musick
Date: 22 August 2008
While a lot of artists write and perform songs that preach about making positive changes on a global level, Nashville based singer-songwriter Mike Musick ’s ( www.mikemusick.com ) anthemic debut single “America” has been a powerful launching pad for his overall mission to help alleviate the growing global water crisis. Having hit 9 earlier this year on the FMQB AC40 Charts, the emotionally compelling musical wake-up call will be reaching an even larger radio audience starting in June with a new radio campaign geared around primary market Radio & Records reporting AC and Hot AC Stations around the country. “ America ” will also be featured in the soon to be released documentary “The American Southwest: Are We Running Dry?” which will air on PBS stations across the west in September. The song will be featured during the final sequence of the film, which offers a definitive look at how the United States water crisis affects the Southwest states and its escalating economic toll on the region.
The Hank & Reg Show (Hank Wangford & Reg Meuross)
Date: 26 August 2008
HANK WANGFORD & REG MEUROSS NO HALL TOO SMALL Hank & Reg have just completed 200 dates on the Rural Touring scheme around the UK. playing to 95% capacity audiences from Cornwall to Cumbria, and in August they will be heading north for their 2nd Highlands and Islands tour of Scotland. The fantastic response to their show, which was highlighted on the Johnny Walker Radio 2 show, and the pleasure that they’ve experienced in exploring the small print of The Great British Roadmap, has encouraged them to offer this show for October 08 on into Spring & Autumn 09. Reg’s has just completed a new album ‘Dragonfly’ which is due for official release on June 23rd. It is already picking up 5 star reviews. Hank’s new album ‘Whistling in the Dark is due for release in Summer 08 This is the third season now of the two songwriters touring as a duo. The performance is folky & intimate, consisting of 1 part original songs mostly taken from Hank’s previous album “Best Foot Forward”. 1 part original songs from Reg’s “Short Stories” and his last album “Still”. The 3rd part a selection of duets taken from the rich vein of songs produced in America from the 1930’s to 50’s by Brother acts such as The Louvin Brothers & The Blue Sky Boys. Songs that deal with anything from Religion, Atomic Power, Class prejudice to the inevitable Cheatin’ Drinkin’ & Divorce. As you’d expect from Hank the show contains plenty of humour, with his “you don’t have to make it up…!” look at life, and his firm belief that it is possible to cry & dance at the same time. As well as the old favourites the show will feature many new songs from the forthcoming albums. Hank and Reg will share with you their love of the dark heart of Country. They will feature toetappers and tearjerkers with such Divorce-Defying Country near-classics as "He Forgot to tell you he was a Married Man", “It’s me or Elvis", "While You're Cheatin' on me I'm praying for you", "If you aint married sunny side up try divorce over easy" and that old spell-along-a-Gospel favourite "S-A-V-E-D". As well as songs both solo & together, there will be stories and poetry from the highway of life. Reg and Hank’s will be pleased and proud to offer copies of their new albums, along with earlier classic releases on the well stocked $incere Product$ stall. Hank and Reg will be coming to a village ministadium near you to shake hands and meet’n’greet, to swop songs and stories. "No Hall Too Small," avers Hank. "We're Bringing Country to the Country."
Jacqui McShee's Pentangle
Date: 08 September 2008
The band which evolved from 'About Thyme', Jacqui McShee's Pentangle, is a five-piece consisting of Jacqui McShee (vocals), Spencer Cozens (keyboards), Gerry Conway (drums), Gary Foote (tenor and soprano saxophones) and Alan Thomson (bass and guitar). Thomson has previously recorded or toured with Robert Palmer, Rick Wakeman, Andy Summers, Bo Diddley, John Martyn. Julia Fordham, Steps Ahead and Peoplespeak. As well as the new material from 'About Thyme', the band's live performances include some brilliant new versions of old Pentangle favorites. These are not simply nostalgic re-plays but imaginative new arrangements. It's as if the songs have given birth to sons and daughters with a recognisable family likeness but personalities of their own. Times
Jens Chapin
Date: 14 September 2008
Related to Harry & Tom Chapin...............
Hayes Carll
Date: 22 September 2008
“One to Watch.” – Billboard Magazine “The creator of one of the year’s best country albums thus far….” - Ken Tucker, Entertainment Weekly "A ceaseless thrum of polished portraits and priceless punch lines...a peerless blueprint of songwriting as unpretentious modern art.” - Austin American Statesman “It's hard to decide right away which is more impressive, this 28-year-old Texan's delightfully crafted tales of life in the bars and side roads of rural America or the vibrant music he couches them in, a rootsy, country-based stew thick with roadhouse blues.” – Randy Lewis, LA Times
Maggie Bell & Dave Kelly
Date: 28 September 2008
Although they have known each other just a few years, their long time mutual respect for each other’s music and voices recently brought Maggie and Dave together professionally. This will be an evening with two stalwarts of the British R&B scene, two great voices, two great reputations, and a wonderful couple of hours of acoustic blues, soul and good times…..and no doubt lots of warmth and humour also. A solo set by Dave, followed by a set with Dave playing guitar for Maggie's songs, all topped by a few duets. Maggie Bell - Scotland's Queen of Soul, founder member of Stone the Crows, later had an incredibly successful solo career on both sides of the Atlantic, now once again back on the music scene after a 20 year sojourn. Dave Kelly - London's slide guitar king, having learned his trade in the backing bands of, and recording with, Son House, Howlin Wolf, John Lee Hooker, Buddy Guy, Junior Wells to name but five blues legends, has been a member of The Blues Band for the past 28 years.
Billy Mitchell
Date: 11 October 2008
Ex Lindisfarne & Jack the Lad
Steve Daggett
Date: 12 October 2008
troubadour territory reviewed Steve has been around in the music industry for many years, working with the likes of Stiletto, Ronnie Lane, The Fabulous Poodles, and latterly Lindisfarne. It was with the North Eastern combo that he developed a fast friendship with the late, great Alan Hull, and on this, his first solo album the influence is clear. The arrangements are generally sparce, with mandoline and acoustic much to the fore, accenting Steves' gravelly vocals, something of a cross between Dylan, Tom Petty and suchlike. But it is the songs themselves that make this on of the best singer/songwriter collections that I have heard in a long while. Highlights are 'Mandolin Moon' - a tribute to Alan Hull - the lyrics containing the titles of some of Alan's songs, 'Just to see You Smile' - very reminsicent of Petty's 'Don't Come Around Here No More', but individual nevertheless. 'Rise' is a heartfelt exhortation for better things to come, 'Love Song (part one)' is simply beautiful - the track of the album. ''Live Your Life Your Own Way' has a wonderful dulcimer and border pipe arrangement, 'Have a drink' is a bit of Geordie fun. 'Always on my Mind' reminds me of early Neil Young, with some nice harmonica and lyrics of longing. 'Evening World' gently rounds of this most impressive release. Cracking album!
TOM MORTON's Acoustic showcase-Dropkick & Yvonne Lyon
Date: 17 October 2008
Dropkick is a harmony-driven alt-country power pop band from Scotland. Singer-songwriter Yvonne Lyon is among the best and brightest emerging talent currently from Scotland. Her songs combine poignant lyrics with strong, creative melodies, demonstrating a voice that can be both fragile and intense. She has consistently drawn and stirred crowds across the UK with her emotive performances and has enjoyed support slots with Michael Marra, Steve Forbert, The Duhks, and Patty Griffin.
TOM MORTON's Acoustic showcase-Esther O'Conner & Kevin McDermott
Date: 18 October 2008
"Esther is a mightily impressive female singer-songwriter, her voice is somewhere between Beth Orton and Shania Twain (but less country) and her music takes the innovation of Nerina Pallot with a far more mainstream edge. Bolstered by an interesting production and enough melodic class to ensure KT Tunstall should be quaking in her boots (cowboy ones no doubt!)" (By Jeremy Chick Editor-In-Chief Suba Culture Magazine, Nov 2006.) Nineteen years on from his first full-length album, Mother Nature's Kitchen, Kevin McDermott still finds himself in its long shadow, despite having just made his best album since Wise To The Fade. The eight songs selected from the former provoke the most euphoric response, but also serve to highlight their longevity and the album's enduring appeal. The encore comprising its title track and Healing At the Harbour proves McDermott still to have bundles of charisma and a band that is steeped in classic rock moves.
Tom Morton's Malt & Barley Revue
Date: 19 October 2008
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Deborah Bonham Band
Date: 24 October 2008
Soulful blues-rock singer-songwriter Deborah Bonham first got the urge to perform when she was six years old and experienced her older brother, John Bonham, pounding the drums at a Led Zeppelin concert. After his untimely death in 1980, she set out to cultivate her own branch of the Bonham family tree’s musical heritage. Duchess, Deborah Bonham’s U.S. debut on Atco, comprises 13 original songs, including “Pretty Thing,” “Love You So,” and “Hold On,” which features Jason Bonham on drums and guest vocalist Paul Rodgers (Free, Bad Company, Queen). Duchess fuses blues, soul, hard rock, English folk, and more, powerfully showcasing Deborah’s deeply soulful vocals throughout.
Deborah Bonham Band
Date: 25 October 2008
Soulful blues-rock singer-songwriter Deborah Bonham first got the urge to perform when she was six years old and experienced her older brother, John Bonham, pounding the drums at a Led Zeppelin concert. After his untimely death in 1980, she set out to cultivate her own branch of the Bonham family tree’s musical heritage. Duchess, Deborah Bonham’s U.S. debut on Atco, comprises 13 original songs, including “Pretty Thing,” “Love You So,” and “Hold On,” which features Jason Bonham on drums and guest vocalist Paul Rodgers (Free, Bad Company, Queen). Duchess fuses blues, soul, hard rock, English folk, and more, powerfully showcasing Deborah’s deeply soulful vocals throughout.
Gordon Giltrap
Date: 26 October 2008
Gordon Giltrap was given his first guitar at the age of 12. Like most youngsters he was influenced by the music of the day - Cliff and The Shadows, then the Beatles and The Who. Later his major influence was Bert Jansch. By the time he was 18 he had secured his first recording contract. 10 years, 6 albums and numerous concerts later, he became an 'overnight success' with the hit single 'Heartsong', the first of two chart singles and two chart albums. 'Heartsong' was nominated for the prestigious Ivor Novello award and went on to be used for many years by the BBC for their famous 'Holiday Programme'. Giltrap's reputation was growing and a number of orchestral works were commissioned, the most notable being the 'Eye of the Wind Rhapsody', premiered at London's Guildhall by the London Philharmonic Orchestra. His music has been used by both commercial and BBC television. At one stage he had the theme music for both holiday programmes and ITV's 'Wish You Were Here' are still using 'The Carnival'. He wrote the theme tune for 'World Bowls'.As well as coming second only to Eric Clapton in Guitar magazine's 10th anniversary readers poll, Giltrap was approached recently by his old friend Cliff Richard to appear in the hit musical 'Heathcliff'. He wrote a number of tunes for the show and was later asked by Sir Cliff to guest on his track 'All That Matters' for the Princess Diana memorial album, which they performed together on the National Lottery live. Gordon Giltrap has recorded over 25 albums during his thirty something year career. His 'Troubadour' album was released to critical acclaim with sleeve notes by Sir Tim Rice and Sir Cliff Richard who also guested as backing vocalist on the opening track.
Gordon Giltrap
Date: 27 October 2008
Gordon Giltrap was given his first guitar at the age of 12. Like most youngsters he was influenced by the music of the day - Cliff and The Shadows, then the Beatles and The Who. Later his major influence was Bert Jansch. By the time he was 18 he had secured his first recording contract. 10 years, 6 albums and numerous concerts later, he became an 'overnight success' with the hit single 'Heartsong', the first of two chart singles and two chart albums. 'Heartsong' was nominated for the prestigious Ivor Novello award and went on to be used for many years by the BBC for their famous 'Holiday Programme'. Giltrap's reputation was growing and a number of orchestral works were commissioned, the most notable being the 'Eye of the Wind Rhapsody', premiered at London's Guildhall by the London Philharmonic Orchestra. His music has been used by both commercial and BBC television. At one stage he had the theme music for both holiday programmes and ITV's 'Wish You Were Here' are still using 'The Carnival'. He wrote the theme tune for 'World Bowls'.As well as coming second only to Eric Clapton in Guitar magazine's 10th anniversary readers poll, Giltrap was approached recently by his old friend Cliff Richard to appear in the hit musical 'Heathcliff'. He wrote a number of tunes for the show and was later asked by Sir Cliff to guest on his track 'All That Matters' for the Princess Diana memorial album, which they performed together on the National Lottery live. Gordon Giltrap has recorded over 25 albums during his thirty something year career. His 'Troubadour' album was released to critical acclaim with sleeve notes by Sir Tim Rice and Sir Cliff Richard who also guested as backing vocalist on the opening track.
Gordon Giltrap
Date: 28 October 2008
Gordon Giltrap was given his first guitar at the age of 12. Like most youngsters he was influenced by the music of the day - Cliff and The Shadows, then the Beatles and The Who. Later his major influence was Bert Jansch. By the time he was 18 he had secured his first recording contract. 10 years, 6 albums and numerous concerts later, he became an 'overnight success' with the hit single 'Heartsong', the first of two chart singles and two chart albums. 'Heartsong' was nominated for the prestigious Ivor Novello award and went on to be used for many years by the BBC for their famous 'Holiday Programme'. Giltrap's reputation was growing and a number of orchestral works were commissioned, the most notable being the 'Eye of the Wind Rhapsody', premiered at London's Guildhall by the London Philharmonic Orchestra. His music has been used by both commercial and BBC television. At one stage he had the theme music for both holiday programmes and ITV's 'Wish You Were Here' are still using 'The Carnival'. He wrote the theme tune for 'World Bowls'.As well as coming second only to Eric Clapton in Guitar magazine's 10th anniversary readers poll, Giltrap was approached recently by his old friend Cliff Richard to appear in the hit musical 'Heathcliff'. He wrote a number of tunes for the show and was later asked by Sir Cliff to guest on his track 'All That Matters' for the Princess Diana memorial album, which they performed together on the National Lottery live. Gordon Giltrap has recorded over 25 albums during his thirty something year career. His 'Troubadour' album was released to critical acclaim with sleeve notes by Sir Tim Rice and Sir Cliff Richard who also guested as backing vocalist on the opening track.
SINGER SONGWRITER SHOWCASE SESSIONS-Andrea Glass / also David Bateman & Gregg Collett
Date: 31 October 2008
I was born and raised in Bolton, England - a rainy mill town in the north west. I play a red J200, I like cowboy boots, flocked wallpaper, tea, notebooks, everything about autumn, all things coastal, trains, long journeys and maps. I spent July 2007 in Nashville recording my debut album which will be available soon. The tracks on my player are taken from there. I had the honour and privilege of playing with some fine musicians.
After Midnight-Classic Clapton
Date: 01 November 2008
AFTER MIDNIGHT, featuring Slowhand Impersonator Supreme, Mike Hall, were formed 20 years ago, long before tribute bands were thought of as an integral part of the scene." - Peter Hepple, The Stage "Last night, perhaps the North East's most successful tribute act, AFTER MIDNIGHT, paid a definitive tribute to guitar hero Eric Clapton." - Gordon Barr, Newcastle Evening Chronicle "Quite apart from his appearance, Mike Hall has been an ardent fan of Clapton since first seeing him playing with Cream at Newcastle's Club A' Gogo in 1966." - Mike Jamieson, Newcastle Evening Chronicle "AFTER MIDNIGHT are one of North East's longest running bands - they were founded in 1985 - and in guitar-vocalist Mike Hall, they have a front man who not only won a lookalike competition, but sings and plays to the Clapton standard too." - Tony Jones, Newcastle Journal "METEORIC RISE OF THE CREAM OF TRIBUTES." - Mark Summers, Northern Echo "AFTER MIDNIGHT have become something of a rock institution around the North East scene. Not only is Clapton the major influence on the group, Mike Hall has an uncanny resemblance to the great man. In fact, he looks more like Clapton than Clapton does in recent times! And as a guitarist, Mike too is outstanding. He is backed by superb musicians." - Mark Iveson, Leisure Magazine
Simon Kirke (Free & Bad Company) with Larry Oakes also Freeway
Date: 02 November 2008
Legendary Drummer from Free and Bad Company with Larry Oakes fro Foreigner with FREEWAY.
Henry McCullough Band
Date: 07 November 2008
The former lead guitarist from Paul McCartney’s Wings and Joe Cocker’s Grease Band has a pedigree that takes in just about every facet of rock and touches on some of its most glorious moments, including an appearance at Woodstock. Now living back home in Northern Ireland Henry continues to amaze audiences with his playing wherever he goes.
Henry McCullough Band
Date: 08 November 2008
Ex Joe Cocker...Paul McCartneys Wings and even an appearence at Woodstock!
Henry McCullough Band
Date: 09 November 2008
The former lead guitarist from Paul McCartney’s Wings and Joe Cocker’s Grease Band has a pedigree that takes in just about every facet of rock and touches on some of its most glorious moments, including an appearance at Woodstock. Now living back home in Northern Ireland Henry continues to amaze audiences with his playing wherever he goes.
Albert Lee & Hogans Heroes
Date: 09 November 2008
Albert Lee, by common consent one of the world’s finest guitar-players, needs no introduction to Country Music & Rock fans. Albert fronts his own band Hogan’s Heroes, some of the best known and most respected Rock’n’Roll and Country musicians in Great Britain.
Albert Lee & Hogans Heroes
Date: 10 November 2008
Albert Lee, by common consent one of the world’s finest guitar-players, needs no introduction to Country Music & Rock fans. Albert fronts his own band Hogan’s Heroes, some of the best known and most respected Rock’n’Roll and Country musicians in Great Britain.
Albert Lee & Hogans Heroes
Date: 11 November 2008
Albert Lee, by common consent one of the world’s finest guitar-players, needs no introduction to Country Music & Rock fans. Albert fronts his own band Hogan’s Heroes, some of the best known and most respected Rock’n’Roll and Country musicians in Great Britain.
Tom Pacheco
Date: 12 November 2008
His songs have been covered by Jefferson Starship, the Band, Rick Danko, Ritchie Havens, Scott Petito and Leslie Ruler, John Hall and dozens of European artists, many becoming number one hits in England and Norway. His albums have sold well in Europe. One became platinum in the mid 90’s. He played folk rock in Greenwich Village, NY in the late 60’s and alternative country in Austin Texas in the early 80’s. He walked out on the Nashville songwriting factories and spent 10 years in Dublin Ireland recording and touring extensively in Europe. He now lives in Woodstock, NY and tours both America and Europe. He is admired by critics, fellow performers and perceptive music lovers who have bought the imported copies of many of his albums. Andy Hardin, Tom Russell’s long time guitarist, called him ‘the best solo performer he’s ever seen.” As of this writing, April 20th 2005, he is about to release his 19th album Rebel Spring”
Peter Donegan Band
Date: 15 November 2008
'Defying a simple musical genre pigeonhole, the five musicians grabbed the crowd from the first song and never let go..' The surname is no doubt familiar to the thousands of fans of the late, great "King of Skiffle" Lonnie Donegan, whose musical influence shaped the careers of many of today's top artists. Peter is Lonnie Donegan''s son and he has inherited his father's musical talents, but has his own unique sound. He is an accomplished pianist and guitarist, and also plays banjo and harmonica. Peter's great love for music, and his obviously developing talent, led his father to include him in his band as keyboard player and vocalist. Peter went on the last tour with his father as part of his band, playing with, among others, the legendary Van Morrison.
Gringo Star
Date: 17 November 2008
Who said satire is dead? For the name alone Atlanta’s Gringo Star deserve applause. This 6-track debut EP isn’t so dusty either. It’s rock ‘n’ roll with a bit of edge about it and it has enough twists and turns to mark Gringo Star out as a band to watch. There is a nice 60s style optimism running through No Reason, as if the band plays hard but deep down knows it’s only rock n roll while Transmission is multi-layered country rock at its best. But it’s the lack of fear the band shows that makes it special, many a young band would do well to listen and learn from the wild and free No Man. If, as it should be, this EP is all about Gringo Star’s future, then it’s a very bright future indeed .
Martyn Joseph
Date: 21 November 2008
Shades of Springsteen, Knopfler and Dave Matthews there may be - but Martyn Joseph is a performer like no other, both “courageous and compelling” according to a recent 4 star MoJo review. One of acoustic music’s most arresting artists, the Welsh singer songwriter has been in demand on both sides of the Atlantic for over two decades, notching up a string of top 50 hits (including Dolphins Make Me Cry and Please Sir), touring with the likes of Art Garfunkel and Jools Holland and winning fans everywhere with his uncanny fusion of material –feisty, pull no punches big issue numbers alongside stripped bare love songs. Voted Best Male Artist at the 2004 BBC Welsh Music Awards and often dubbed “the Welsh Springsteen” he’s a mean guitar player with one of the most powerful voices on the circuit crafting songs with, as Bob Harris put it, “outstanding lyrical intelligence”. This tour will feature Martyn breathing fresh life into material from the length and breadth of his career, some songs being very familiar to his audience and others not so familiar, but all with “a depth, resonance and emotional punch which belies comparison” (Q Magazine). It promises to be a roller coaster performance of true light and shade…with a touch of wry humour thrown in for good measure. Always charming, sometimes alarming, Martyn Joseph is a unique songwriter who digs deep and delivers an ultimate, life affirming message. One of the most unusual and compelling performers you are likely to encounter.
Nine Below Zero
Date: 27 November 2008
Dennis Greaves heads up the band, playing guitar and singing better now than at any time in his career, a legend in waiting persona! Then there is the mighty rhythm section of Gerry McAvoy and Brendan O'Neill blowing up a storm! Gerry is a bass player's bass player, who spent 15 years laying it down for Rory Gallagher as did Brendan on drums for 10 years. Over this fat slice of rhythm, comes the unique harmonica of Mark Feltham, since January 2001 Mark has been back playing with Nine Below Zero needless to say anyone who knows the band will be aware of his history, himself and Dennis being the founder members of the band. Live, this combination is lethal, hammering and nailing the big R'n'B sound to the floor of many a famous stage. It is not unusual for the band to sell out big clubs weeks up front. "NBZ are brilliant live, they work so hard, the audience often go home as exhausted as the band!" so says Andrew Zweck of top promoters Harvey Goldsmith Ents. They have carved out a very credible niche, a place they will be for a very long time to come, because, who else is this good... this often? NBZ are the viable alternative to Alternative, a band that most definitely come to play, a band with their own genuine sound and deep understanding of their musical roots. NBZ have a tireless spirit, no regrets, no excuses, no crap.
Nine Below Zero
Date: 28 November 2008
Dennis Greaves heads up the band, playing guitar and singing better now than at any time in his career, a legend in waiting persona! Then there is the mighty rhythm section of Gerry McAvoy and Brendan O'Neill blowing up a storm! Gerry is a bass player's bass player, who spent 15 years laying it down for Rory Gallagher as did Brendan on drums for 10 years. Over this fat slice of rhythm, comes the unique harmonica of Mark Feltham, since January 2001 Mark has been back playing with Nine Below Zero needless to say anyone who knows the band will be aware of his history, himself and Dennis being the founder members of the band. Live, this combination is lethal, hammering and nailing the big R'n'B sound to the floor of many a famous stage. It is not unusual for the band to sell out big clubs weeks up front. "NBZ are brilliant live, they work so hard, the audience often go home as exhausted as the band!" so says Andrew Zweck of top promoters Harvey Goldsmith Ents. They have carved out a very credible niche, a place they will be for a very long time to come, because, who else is this good... this often? NBZ are the viable alternative to Alternative, a band that most definitely come to play, a band with their own genuine sound and deep understanding of their musical roots. NBZ have a tireless spirit, no regrets, no excuses, no crap.
Iain Matthews
Date: 29 November 2008
Ex Fairport & Plainsong.......Stunning Solo Albums....A rare concert from this incredible Artist.
Iain Matthews
Date: 30 November 2008
Second Night from Iain Matthews...ex Fairport & Plainsong.
The Dylan Project
Date: 02 December 2008
Take four of Britain's most talented folkrock musicians and a unique singer, add the repertoire of a genius, and you've got the recipe for a dream band. The musicians in question are Gerry Conway (drums and percussion), Simon Nicol (guitars), Dave Pegg (bass), PJ Wright (slide and electric guitars, pedal steel) and the singer is Steve Gibbons. As The Dylan Project, they present an exhilarating tribute to the work of arguably the greatest postwar songwriter in the English language – Bob Dylan. Don't be misled by the word 'tribute'. Although the phrase "tribute band" can mean a slavish facsimile or a big-name cash-in, The Dylan Project is far more than a mere copycat act. The members bring their own distinctive take on the music, Steve Gibbons interprets the lyrics with stylish individuality and, above all, respect for a master writer and performer shines through every word, every note. As Mojo's reviewer said: "The Dylan Project is a tribute in the best possible sense. Touching and deftly handled, it makes you marvel, once again, at the scope and majesty of this singular writer's work." There is so much to relish in the Dylan Project. For a start there's the laconic and charismatic Steve Gibbons, sounding uncannily like Dylan while retaining his own inimitable vocal style. As well as Steve's homage to Dylan himself, the Project's musicians are equally fine interpreters of the virtuosity of The Band. There's PJ Wright’s scintillating slide and haunting pedal steel; Simon Nicol adding compelling rhythm guitar and fine backing vocals; Dave Pegg bringing his beautifully subtle and powerful bass lines, and Gerry Conway holding the whole groove with a tour de force on drums and percussion. As a bonus on Dylan Project Live At Cropredy Festival (the second album) John ‘Rabbit’ Bundrick's keyboards commemorate the characteristic quality which Garth Hudson's organ brought to Dylan's mid-period. This musical cornucopia arose from an after-gig chat between Steve and Peggy when the conversation turned to Dylan. "One thing led to another," recalls Steve, "and Bob's your uncle – Peggy's offer of his services was just the spur I needed to do what I had long been considering, an album of Bob Dylan songs." That album, The Dylan Project, was recorded at Woodworm's studio in Oxfordshire, produced by Peggy and released in 1998. As well as Steve, PJ, Peggy, Simon and Gerry, there are guest contributions from Chris Leslie, Ric Sanders, Maartin Allcock, Ben Bennion, and Mick Bullard. Order the CD from Woodworm Records But The Dylan Project is more than a studio ensemble. Since its inception, the band has been entertaining audiences with an electrifying stage show. As well as touring the UK’s arts centres, concert halls and theatres, The Dylan Project has played in Europe and appeared at festivals large and small – including Cropredy of course.
Jackie Leven
Date: 05 December 2008
For more than 30 years Jackie Leven has been making passionate, intelligent music - most notably with the band Doll By Doll at the turn of the 70's and then as a solo act over the last decade. His live shows are usually a virtuoso mix of fine singing, precise playing, brooding attitude and a gift for telling a tall tale: but he's also not one for suffering fools gladly.
Jackie Leven
Date: 06 December 2008
For more than 30 years Jackie Leven has been making passionate, intelligent music - most notably with the band Doll By Doll at the turn of the 70's and then as a solo act over the last decade. His live shows are usually a virtuoso mix of fine singing, precise playing, brooding attitude and a gift for telling a tall tale: but he's also not one for suffering fools gladly.
Jerry Miller from MOBY GRAPE
Date: 07 December 2008
Jerry Miller (1943-) is an internationally acclaimed guitar legend living in the city where he was born, Tacoma, Washington. A veteran blues man, Jerry has been thrilling audiences for over 40 years. He began in the late ‘50s, playing and recording with popular Northwest dance-rock bands including the Elegants. But it was amid the music explosion of the 1960s that his career took off. He contributed stellar guitar work to the hit record I Fought the Law and the Law Won and toured the South with the Bobby Fuller Four. After Fuller's untimely death, Jerry returned to the West. In the epicenter of the cultural revolution, San Francisco, Moby Grape was formed. Jerry provided the fire behind the three-guitar powerhouse band. Fame came fast and hard. The Grape signed with Columbia, recorded a half dozen albums, toured the U.S. and Europe, then slowly fell apart. Over the years, Jerry has shared the stage with many rock and blues icons – Hendrix, Clapton, BB King, and The Doors. A world class player, he delivers some of the most complex riffs imaginable. He is a “musician’s musician”, considered a master of the art form by both his peers and music enthusiasts alike. His avid fans include Jimmy Page, Steven Stills, Taj Mahal, David Fricke, Eric Clapton, and Robert Plant. Eric Clapton called Jerry the "best guitar player in the world" when he first came to the U.S. Just listen to Now I See and it will be clear why Robert Plant - one of Jerry's most outspoken fans - credits Jerry as the major influence for Led Zeppelin. Led Zepplin and the Grateful Dead are just two of the famous bands that have covered Jerry Miller songs live and on record.
Jerry Miller from MOBY GRAPE
Date: 08 December 2008
Jerry Miller (1943-) is an internationally acclaimed guitar legend living in the city where he was born, Tacoma, Washington. A veteran blues man, Jerry has been thrilling audiences for over 40 years. He began in the late ‘50s, playing and recording with popular Northwest dance-rock bands including the Elegants. But it was amid the music explosion of the 1960s that his career took off. He contributed stellar guitar work to the hit record I Fought the Law and the Law Won and toured the South with the Bobby Fuller Four. After Fuller's untimely death, Jerry returned to the West. In the epicenter of the cultural revolution, San Francisco, Moby Grape was formed. Jerry provided the fire behind the three-guitar powerhouse band. Fame came fast and hard. The Grape signed with Columbia, recorded a half dozen albums, toured the U.S. and Europe, then slowly fell apart. Over the years, Jerry has shared the stage with many rock and blues icons – Hendrix, Clapton, BB King, and The Doors. A world class player, he delivers some of the most complex riffs imaginable. He is a “musician’s musician”, considered a master of the art form by both his peers and music enthusiasts alike. His avid fans include Jimmy Page, Steven Stills, Taj Mahal, David Fricke, Eric Clapton, and Robert Plant. Eric Clapton called Jerry the "best guitar player in the world" when he first came to the U.S. Just listen to Now I See and it will be clear why Robert Plant - one of Jerry's most outspoken fans - credits Jerry as the major influence for Led Zeppelin. Led Zepplin and the Grateful Dead are just two of the famous bands that have covered Jerry Miller songs live and on record.
John Verity Band
Date: 12 December 2008
John Verity, was a member of the band Argent from 1973 to 1976. When Argent split up he formed Phoenix with Bob Henrit and Jim Rodford from Argent. The band recorded three albums with CBS Records and toured Europe before disbanding. Rodford joined the Kinks, John and Bob joined Charlie, to record an album with RCA Records. John produced the Phoenix albums and Charlie album as well as the first Saxon album. During the early 1980s Verity worked with Brian Connolly (former vocalist with Sweet) in an attempt to launch him as a solo artist. A single, "Hypnotised" was released on Carrere Records in 1982 produced by Verity and written by Joe Lynn Turner of Rainbow fame. Verity was part of Connolly's backing band Encore when they supported Pat Benatar at the beginning of 1983. The line up of this band formed the basis of Verity's own band, imaginatively entitled Verity which went on release several albums including "Interrupted Journey". He frequently plays with his band in and around Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire. He also has many acoustic gigs as a duo with either Max Milligan or Mark Griffiths as well as with the band. The usual line up features Bob Henrit on drums and Mark Griffiths on bass.
Paul Lamb & The Kingsnakes
Date: 13 December 2008
“Simply better than the opposition from whatever side of the Atlantic they come”…Blueprint “They play blues in the same way Brando used to straddle a Triumph…. lazily, cocksure, coolly and aggressive” …Blues & Rhythm “Sounds as American and black as Brits dare”…… Melody Maker
Paul Lamb & The Kingsnakes
Date: 14 December 2008
“Simply better than the opposition from whatever side of the Atlantic they come”…Blueprint “They play blues in the same way Brando used to straddle a Triumph…. lazily, cocksure, coolly and aggressive” …Blues & Rhythm “Sounds as American and black as Brits dare”…… Melody Maker
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Date: 20 February 2009
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