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| October 2011 Events Guide Please bear in mind that every effort is made to ensure that the details below are accurate, however some events are cancelled/sell out etc so please check with the venues/clubs before travelling long distances. Please email us to include your event listings and these will be added as soon as possible. NB Please include the full details of your event, the location, any relevant venue and artist links and descriptions, we don't have the time or inclination to search for these details ourselves and we will not include events without them. To return to the main events guide and for events this month click here |
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Saturday 1st October 2011
Nicky Swann at Chagford Jubilee Hall, Chagford, Newton Abbot, Devon
Devon born songwriter Nicky Swann is a performer with a passion. Her delivery is warm, soulful (sometimes gritty) but always spiritually tinged. She uses elements of folk, blues and country to tell her tales of love, hope and death.
please bring your own food and drink to this event
Lau at The David Hall, South Petherton, Somerset
"Voted Best Group at the BBC Folk Awards for the past three years,
Lau are a good-time band and as exciting as you will ever see!
Asere at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Cuba is the largest country in the Caribbean, with eleven million people who reflect a cauldron of cultural roots - African, Latin and Indian. Asere are the young musical stars of Cuba’s capital, Havana. With brilliant original songs, along with classic Latin salsa and Cuban son, Asere create a unique and soulful Cuban music, bringing a mix of roots and rhythms to a modern world. Asere celebrate a cultural brotherhood, born of a uniquely Cuban perspective - they have a profound musicality and a collective energy that is truly inspiring. You’ll definitely want to take to the dancefloor that will be specially created for this event!"
Where The Working Boats Went at The Waterways Museum, Gloucester, Gloucestershire 01242 570457
An evening performance by Graeme Meek and Barry Goodman in Coots Bar and Restaurant adjacent to the Museum tells the story of 'Where the Working Boats Went in songs and verse.
The Poozies at Terrington Village Hall, Terrington, Nr Malton, North Yorkshire
"The Poozie recipe is a fragrant casserole of inventive interpretations, creative collaborations and melodic mastery, saturated by the spice of open-mindedness with which they happily explore the musical universe. In this inspirational band of women, the passion of Sally Barker's vivid voice is reinforced by the percussive power of her rock solid guitar; irresistible energy bursts from Eilidh Shaw's faultless fiddle; the perfect precision of Patsy Seddon's shimmering harp intertwines with the magical melodies of Mairearad Green's delicately dextrous accordion, all grounded by the growling groove of Mary Macmaster's capacious Camac electro harp and rounded off by the blending of five different yet sympathetic voices in heart-wrenching harmony."
Tickets £12.00 (£15.00 on the door), Available from Terrington Stores 01653 648488 or Malton T.I.C.
My Sweet Patootie at The Met, Bury, Lancashire
Since 1999 their dazzling fiddle & guitar solos and joy of live performance brought fans from Canada, the USA and England to their feet at Tanglefoot shows (CFMA “Best Vocal Group” 2007). Today as My Sweet Patootie, Terry Young and Sandra Swannell embrace a forgotten brand of showmanship that’s “two parts exemplary musicianship and one part vaudeville comedy.” (Binghampton Pressconnects) Their clever, off-center original songs have “elements of western swing and old-timey music that updates the flapper feel and gives it a real twenty first century pizazz...a delightful sound with a hundred years in it's soul." (FATEA Magazine)
John James at The Milngavie Folk Club, The Fraser Centre, Douglas St, Milngavie, Glasgow
"John James is a Welsh acoustic guitarist specialising in blues, folk, and jazz. He is an exponent of ragtime guitar playing.
John James was born in Lampeter, Wales at the tail end of the nineteen forties and is a guitarist with an international reputation having entertained audiences all over Britain, Europe and the USA for over 25 years. A leading figure on the acoustic music scene of the 1970's, John has recorded over 15 albums (including several duet albums with John Renbourn, Stefan Grossman and Pete Berryman) and also presented and guested on numerous TV and radio shows in both the UK and further afield."
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Sunday 2nd October 2011
Rebet Asker-Greek Roots at Green Note, Camden, London 2:00pm
"Rebet Asker is a restaurant/music venue which has seen all the great Greek musicians and from the 20th century through to today pass through it. The walls of this little place in a small side street by Piraeus harbour have witnessed the history of the Greek Rebetiko as it has evolved over the last one hundred years and through this series of Sunday gigs we will do our best to recreate some of the magic of these musicians and their songs as it started and developed."
Live Irish Jam Session at The Boogaloo, Highgate, North London from 5-11pm Free Entry
traditional Irish jam session, wood fire, candle lit pub and steaming bowls of Snack Queen chilli.
Lynn Miles at Twickfolk, Twickenham, West London
"Lynn Miles is one of Canada’s most accomplished singer/songwriters. Miles was born just outside Montreal, Quebec and from an early age was exposed to a variety of musical influences. Her father was a harmonica player and jazz fan while her mother listened to both opera and country music. Miles learned to play the violin, guitar, piano and flute during her school years. She began writing songs at the age of ten and to perform at the age of sixteen. "
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Monday 3rd October 2011
Alan Reid and Rob van Sante at FolkOnMonday, the Green Note, Camden, London
Alan has been an ever present member of Battlefield Band since a few months after it's inception in 1969. The 'Batties' have been pre-eminent in Scottish traditional music for over 30 years, have toured all over the world and made almost 30 recordings.
Rob is a guitarist of exceptional skill and subtlety. He was born in the Netherlands and begun playing guitar at an early age. As his interest in music developed, he became influenced by the best of Folk, Rock, R&B and Blues.
In this collaboration Alan Reid & Rob van Sante present an evening of both old and new music, featuring Alan's compositions, Battlefield Band favourites and Rob's own songs. Their show combines the solid open tuned guitar style of Rob, the keyboard, guitar and accordion of Alan and the fine harmony singing of both, ensuring an excellent night's entertainment.
Singing Workshop 'Ballads to Bellows' at The Grosvenor (Back Room), Sidney Road, Stockwell, South London SW9
6.45 for 7pm start. 1 hour. £5/4. Open level. All welcome
From sea shanties to ballads and mouth music, we will look at and learn songs from the rich musical traditions of the British Isles and beyond, together as a group.
Friendly informal atmosphere.
enquiries to: 07786012879 or balladstobellows@gmail.com
Tim Broadbent at Brighton Acoustic Session, The Lord Nelson, 36 Tralfalgar Street, Brighton, East Sussex
Back in the old country on a lightning tour, one of the best guitar pickers in the business - storming Europe’s elite acoustic venues as we speak. Folk, country, ragtime and original compositions are all embedded in a high-octane, gag-filled live performance. Heckle him if you dare!
Heidi Talbot at The Greystones, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
“Heidi Talbot sings in a voice that’s both awestruck and tender” (New York Times)
The Churchfitters at NCEM, St Margaret’s Church, Walmgate, York, North Yorkshire YO1 9TL
"With a vast array of instruments a measure of eccentricity and an abiding sense of fun this flamboyant French-based band present a fast-paced and infectiously enjoyable show full of fresh, original material, rearranged folk songs, uniting the rhythms of rock, pop and jazz with the universal appeal of traditional music."
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Tuesday 4th October 2011
SOLD OUT Slaid Cleaves at Green Note, Camden, London SOLD OUT
US Singer Songwriter
Ned Evett, Stead and Low Love at SoftlySoftly, Kiss The Sky, 7-9 Pond Street, Hampstead, London NW3 2PN
Ned Evett - Rootsy acoustic Delta blues, from the man with a fretless Resonator, Low Love - A return visit for the girl with the gentle, dulcet tones., Stead - Born in Sicily, brought up in Milan and now singing his lo fi folky-pop songs around London
Needleandthread Open Mic at The Half Moon Pub, 10 Half Moon Lane, Herne Hill, South London
Sign up from 7.30, music from 8.30.... free entry.
..... we've got a nice fat sound system, with full monitoring, and a sound engineer on hand.. open to all musicians, spoken word artists, singers, and other types.. or just get down here, chomp on a freshly stone-baked pizza, grab a beer, and enjoy the show!....
Rick Payne at The Coronation Tap, Bristol
Blues Guitarist
Informal singaround at Ringwood Folk Club, Ringwood, Hampshire
"Tunes, songs and poems"
Traditional Irish Session at The Grand Junction Arms, Bulbourne, Tring, Hertfordshire
Musicians & Singers of all standards welcome to join in
Contact 07931 853530 or c_m_reid@yahoo.com for details
Folk at The Greyhound at the Greyhound, Flempton Nr. Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk. 8:15 p.m.
Session "Sing, Play, Recite, Listen" with a welcome for singers, musicians, folk poets and story tellers.
Contact genial61-research@yahoo.co.uk for further details.
Folk Session at The Cock Inn, Combe, Oxfordshire
Folk Session every Tuesday evening, beginners welcome.
Flossie Malavialle at The Great Knight Folk Club, Northampton
"Flossie Malavialle is a French singer who started getting involved in the British folk scene in 2000-2001 while she was on a teacher exchange in the North East of England. She had been singing for years in France and found it quite natural to turn up at the Darlington folk club one night to meet the locals and sing a song... She didn’t realise then that this was going to be the beginning of a new life in England. ”
Earlsdon Folk Club at The Albany Club, Earlsdon, Coventry, Warwickshire
A first class PA and mics are provided and a complimentary drink is
given for the first 10 performers on stage.
The New Inn Folk Club at The New Inn, Pontblyddyn, Flintshire
Everyone is welcome, either to listen or to sing and play
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Wednesday 5th October 2011
Dean Dyson & Chris Newland at Green Note, Camden, London
Dean Dyson has recorded 4 albums, & played stages, from The Barbican to The Bluebird Café, Nashville. On guitar is picker extraordinaire Chris Newland, with songs from their latest album The John Leckie Doghouse Sessions + older favourites.
Tom McConville and David Newey at The Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis, Dorset
BBC award winning fiddle player and singer Tom McConville appears alongside unique guitarist David Newey.
This duo are internationally reknowned for their fiery, hearstopping performances. Tom, who won BBC Folk Musician of the Year in 2009, is truly the most original fiddle player in the UK, blending traditional music from his home town of Newcastle with Irish, American and Scottish influences, creating a sound that has jazz, folk, bluegrass and classical influence.
David's guitar playing is unique and unrivalled, encompassing both the flatpick and fingerstyle techniques with power, fluency and control. David often blurs the boundaries between Acoustic and Electric styles, coaxing out sounds normally associated with rock and roll, jazz and country. He himself is a 2003 Radio 2 young folk award finalist.
Lymington Folk Club at The Thomas Tripp pub, Queen St, Lymington, Hampshire
Floor singers always welcome; contact via the website.
Jenna Witts at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"At the age of twentytwo, singer-songwriter Jenna Witts already has a wealth of recording and touring experience behind her. Jenna was discovered by Steve Knightley (Show of Hands) and joined him on 5 nationwide tours, performing at Show Of Hands’ sell out concert at The Royal Albert Hall. Jenna has also toured with Mercury prize nominee Seth Lakeman. Her startlingly mature voice - now warmly huskier around the edges - is heard to full effect in her second album - the diverse 12-track acoustic album Brother."
Steve Kaufman at Dunfermline Folk Club, Dunfermline, Fife
"Three times US flatpick champion from Maryville Tennessee. Guitar
playing like you have never heard it before."
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Thursday 6th October 2011
Eric Taylor at Green Note, Camden, London
"Eric Taylor is a master storyteller and has been one of the finest southern songwriters for the last four decades. Influencing such well-known artists as Nanci Griffith, Lyle Lovett, and Steve Earle, Taylor tours extensively throughout North America and Europe. He has appeared on Austin City Limits, Late Night With David Letterman, NPR's "Morning Edition" and BBC Radio."
John Breeze at Orpington Folk Club, Orpington, South London
Jackie Oates and Band at Ivybridge Watermark, Erme court, Ivybridge, Devon
Winner of two BBC Folk Awards 2009 – The Horizon Award for best new comer & Best Traditional Track Award
Jackie Oates is a singer and fiddle player hailing from Staffordshire. Her unique treatment of English ballads and songs, and pure, haunting singing style has attracted increasing attention.
The New Scorpion Band at The New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth, Hampshire
"Come and spend a musical evening in the company of Lord Nelson and his sailors with BOLD NELSON’S PRAISE, a colourful celebration of the life and times of the great Admiral. The show brings together traditional sea songs, sailors’ dance tunes and contemporary written accounts in a vivid and moving evocation of Nelson’s career and the sailor’s life of two hundred years ago.
The New Scorpion Band play their usual spectacular collection of traditional and historical instruments, and the show is performed in impressive naval costumes of Nelson’s time. It also features a traditional Mummers’ play from Dorset, King Neptune’s Defence of John Bull, depicting Lord Nelson’s heroic role in the defeat of Bonaparte."
Zoox at The Anchor Folk Club, Byfleet, Surrey
"Zoox (Linda Game, Jo May and Becky Menday) are a superb trio serving up a cocktail of new melodies and traditional tunes with a delicate balance of strings, wind, percussion and voices."
Damien Barber and Mike Wilson at Stortfolk, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Mike and Damien have a rich shared repertoire of traditional songs plus the work of modern folk writers such as Bellamy, Ewan MacColl and Mike Waterson"
Cartwright & Montague: Song & Stories Tour at The Drill Hall, Lincoln
"Singer Songwriter Dave Cartwright has written over 1000 songs, released five albums and four CDs including classics like Boston Moon, The Last Unicorn, Jesus Sleeps In Memphis and Love Is All We Need. You may remember him from daytime TV’s ‘Pebble Mill At One’ where he was a regular topical writer and performer for several years. John Montague, himself a singer songwriter, music promoter and producer joins Dave to add beautiful accompaniment and also a few jokes and anecdotes."
No Fixed Abode at The Crown Inn, Uppingham, Rutland
"No Fixed Abode are a blend of Una Walsh (vocals) and Tony Dean (guitar). Una originates in Ireland and has a voice as rich and smooth as the finest Irish malt whiskey. Tony’s guitar playing provides the ice. Sit back relax and enjoy Their mix of original acoustic songs blended together in a unique way that will take you on a magical mystery tour of your emotions."
Tom McConville at The Black Swan Folk Club, York, North Yorkshire
"Bill Caddick started singing in the early 60s. He regularly organised and appeared in festivals and folk clubs until 1973 when he joined the innovative puppet and street theatre group Magic Lantern. He was a founder member of Home Service and also played with the Albion band in the National Theatre productions of 'Larkrise' and 'The Passion'. He is probably best known as a songwriter. His songs have been recorded by the likes of June Tabor, Chris Foster, Alex Campbell, The Yetties, Christy Moore, Peter Rowan, John Kirkpatrick, Artisan, Coope, Boyes and Simpson and many others throughout the world."
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Friday 7th October 2011
Liz Simcock at Friday Folk, Orpington, South London
"Liz Simcock writes songs and performs them in folk and acoustic clubs in and around the Southeast.
In 1999 she featured on the Playpen Album of New Acoustic Music alongside Eliza Carthy, Billy Bragg,
Eddi Reader and Kathryn Williams. Since then she has trodden an independent path, recording three
albums and gaining a growing reputation as a performer and songwriter."
Open Mic Night at The Village Pump Folk Club, Trowbridge, Wiltshire
"Come and find out what’s happening on the local music scene."
The New Scorpion Band at Bradford Peverell Village Hall, Dorset (01305 368156)
"Come and spend a musical evening in the company of Lord Nelson and his sailors with BOLD NELSON’S PRAISE, a colourful celebration of the life and times of the great Admiral. The show brings together traditional sea songs, sailors’ dance tunes and contemporary written accounts in a vivid and moving evocation of Nelson’s career and the sailor’s life of two hundred years ago.
The New Scorpion Band play their usual spectacular collection of traditional and historical instruments, and the show is performed in impressive naval costumes of Nelson’s time. It also features a traditional Mummers’ play from Dorset, King Neptune’s Defence of John Bull, depicting Lord Nelson’s heroic role in the defeat of Bonaparte."
Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer at Fo'c'sle Folk Club, Southampton, Hampshire
"Although best-known for their instrumental skills with Scottish smallpipes, accordion and even Swedish nyckelharpa, the duo are well recognised for their songs arrangements too. With their blend of traditional material and contemporary interpretations, they have developed a sound that is both familiar and fresh."
Paul Millns at The Ram Folk Club, Thames Ditton, Surrey
PAUL started his career playing piano and keyboards for blues and soul bands - music which was to influence his own singing and composing. In the mid 60's he came to London, joining a succession of bands and touring the world with Alexis Korner, Eric Burdon, Dr Hook's Dennis Locorriere, Bert Jansch and Jo Ann Kelly. His own songs, influenced by heroes like Tim Hardin and R & B legends, have been covered by Elkie Brooks & Bonnie Tyler to name a few. He has also co-written songs with friend Benny Gallagher and his new CD ‘Calling All Clowns’, is quality acoustic rock chock full of goodies"
Steve Tilston at The Milkmaid Folk Club, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
“…that very rare combination of singer, songwriter and guitarist who
actually excels in all departments…” Froots
Jack McNeill & Charlie Heys at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Finalists in the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Awards, Jack and Charlie have performed all over the country at folk festivals, clubs, arts venues and radio programmes. Jack and Charlie write original music; their songs and tunes take inspiration from all folk traditions and are about the people, places, and adventures the two find themselves getting caught up in. Their first album Light Up All The Beacons was met with widespread praise for its originality and the duo’s second album, The Northern Road, is also an album of new original music."
She'Koyokh at St Mary the Virgin and All Saints Church, Nassington, Oundle, Northamptonshire
"She’koyokh is Britain’s best klezmer and Balkan music band and winners of the Netherlands’ International Jewish music competition. Their evolution spans the humble origins of busking at East London’s Columbia Rd flower market to performing in the famous concert halls of Europe including Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, the Gasteig in Munich and London’s Purcell Room"
The London Philharmonic Skiffle Orchestra
at Thurlow Pavilion, Epworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN9 1JU
Bring your own drinks - Contact: Carys on 01427 872491
Blueflint Edinburgh (CD Launch, check website for venue details)
"Stories of heartbreak, revenge and plenty more drama besides pepper the lyrics of ace Edinburgh bluegrass banjo duo of Deborah Arnott and Clare-Louise Neilson...Their sublime delicate vocal harmonising adds a layer of achingly melancholy beauty to every song...their wonderful take on Americana could warm the coldest of hearts."
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Saturday 8th October 2011
John Crampton at Green Note, Camden, London
"Crampton plays a mean bottle-neck on a ancient looking National Steel whilst providing his own percussion via stomp box. Add some gravel vocals and the occasional harmonica burst and really the man can't be faulted, an amazing one-man blues band with steely reverberating guitar and harmonica galore. His playing was like a locomotive, his singing like an angry chainsaw and as he steamed through his set faulted." Blues in London
Martin Simpson at The David Hall, South Petherton, Somerset
"There is no doubt that after 35 years as a professional musician Martin is, right now, better than ever - and widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world. His interpretations of traditional songs are masterpieces of storytelling and his own song writing has produced such gems as the truck-stop epic, Love Never Dies, and the moving, Never Any Good. His solo shows are intense, eclectic, and spellbinding."
The New Scorpion Band at The Town Hall, Wells, Somerset (01749 671770)
"Come and spend a musical evening in the company of Lord Nelson and his sailors with BOLD NELSON’S PRAISE, a colourful celebration of the life and times of the great Admiral. The show brings together traditional sea songs, sailors’ dance tunes and contemporary written accounts in a vivid and moving evocation of Nelson’s career and the sailor’s life of two hundred years ago.
The New Scorpion Band play their usual spectacular collection of traditional and historical instruments, and the show is performed in impressive naval costumes of Nelson’s time. It also features a traditional Mummers’ play from Dorset, King Neptune’s Defence of John Bull, depicting Lord Nelson’s heroic role in the defeat of Bonaparte."
The Gathering at Grayshott Folk Club, Grayshott, Nr Hindhead, Surrey
The acoustic Gathering are:
Ray Jackson- (ex Lindisfarne) Mandolin/Harmonica/Vocals
Jerry Donahue- (ex Fairport Convention/Fotheringay) Fender Guitar
Doug Morter- (ex The Albion Band/Magna Carta) Acoustic Guitar
They will be performing songs from the Lindisfarne back catalogue and from The Gathering's recently released album.
William Tyler (Lambchop) + Hiss Golden Messenger at The Prince Albert, Brighton, East Sussex
Special double bill featuring the visionary virtuoso guitarist William Tyler (Lambchop / Silver Jews) and the ghostly folk-blues of Hiss Golden Messenger.
Lau at Hailsham Pavilion, Hailsham, East Sussex
"Voted Best Group at the BBC Folk Awards for the past three years,
Lau are a good-time band and as exciting as you will ever see!
The Curst Sons at The Royal Oak, Grange Road, Crawleydown Village, East Sussex
"The Curst Sons unique take on American traditional music mixes Blues, Gospel and Old Time with a kick-ass stomp and a dose of wry humour."
Kathryn Tickell: Northumbrian Voices at The Civic, Chelmsford, Essex
"Kathryn Tickell is the foremost exponent of the Northumbrian pipes, a composer, performer and successful recording artist whose work is deeply rooted in the landscape and people of Northumbria. This new show is based on interviews and recordings with rural Northumbrians, including her own family. Expect an evening of witty and moving anecdotes delivered by Kathryn, her father and a superb ensemble of musicians and singers."
The Toyhearts and The Sarah MacDougall Trio at Acoustic Routes, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
The Toy Hearts are one of the UK's hottest acoustic acts right now, their style of music neatly placing them at the forefront of the resurgence of interest in folk and Americana music. 2010 saw this hard working band touring across the UK, Europe and the USA. Fronted by sisters Hannah (mandolin) and Sophia (guitar), accompanied by banjo/dobro, bass and fiddle, the band draws upon the genres of Bluegrass, Western Swing and Gypsy Jazz for inspiration. By combining original songwriting, sweet sister harmonies, hard driving rhythms and energetic performances, The Toy Hearts have developed a truly unique sound that leaves their audiences breathless and ready for more!
Sarah MacDougall is a rising star on the Canadian folk music scene with her dynamite songs, blistering guitar chops and astounding voice. Born in Sweden, 24 hrs Vancouver called her “one of the most promising exports out of Sweden since Abba”. She will be joined by Tim Tweedale on lap steel and multiple Juno-winning musician, Bob Hamilton on bass, mandolin and vocals. Q magazine wrote of her - "She could make stone weep. Classic North American folk."
Potbelly Folk Festival at Kettering Arts Centre, Kettering, Northamptonshire 1.30pm onwards
Featuring a selection of fine folk bands, including Pennyless, the Dave Clemo band, Tourdion, the Heathen Kings, Hex, Freespirit, the Brian Jeffels Band, Better Late than Naked, Ksmet Hardy and the Abrahams, with sing-arounds, kids activities & local fine ale too. Tickets are £8 (conc £5 U5's free)
HoDFest, Whitwell, Worksop, Nottinghamshire S80 4UP
Featuring: Northern Monkey, Treebeard, Smell My Finger, Whitwell Ukulele Band & special guests...
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Sunday 9th October 2011
Live Irish Jam Session at The Boogaloo, Highgate, North London from 5-11pm Free Entry
traditional Irish jam session, wood fire, candle lit pub and steaming bowls of Snack Queen chilli.
The Goose Is Out Singaround at The CPT, 193 Crystal Palace Road, East Dulwich, London SE22 9EP
"The singaround will be very informal and participative - no mikes, no lights, no audience, we will be singing for ourselves. You can sing whatever you like, but as we're a folk club we'd prefer it to be at least folk influenced, and if it has a chorus or is a well-known song which others can join in with, all the better!"
O'Hooley & Tidow at Twickfolk, Twickenham, West London
"Belinda O'Hooley is best known for her work as songwriter and pianist on the Mercury nominated album "The Bairns" by The Unthanks. She comes from a long line of musicians originating in Co. Sligo, Ireland. Her ability to play everything from the big band arrangements of the 1950’s to the jazz, musical hall and wartime songs of the 30’s and 40’s, makes her a musician of startling versatility, with an understanding of her instrument second to none. The Daily Telegraph describing her departure from The Unthanks as akin to “Brian Eno leaving Roxy Music”. Belinda subsequently teamed up with fellow Yorkshire songwriter Heidi Tidow to create their very own brand of contemporary folk song. Heidi brings with her the traditional German music of her grandmother who she recalls playing the accordian in the parlour, and the Irish songs and stories from her father's side in Athenry, Co. Galway. "
Zoox at Horsham Folk Club, Horsham, West Sussex
"Zoox (Linda Game, Jo May and Becky Menday) are a superb trio serving up a cocktail of new melodies and traditional tunes with a delicate balance of strings, wind, percussion and voices."
Ian Stephenson and Sarah Hayes at The Nether Edge Folk Club, The Lounge, 23 Montgomery Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S7 1LN
"Ian Stephenson and Sarah Hayes are a multi-instrumental and vocal duo.
Sarah plays flute and sings, while Ian will hop from guitar, to melodeon, to harmonium.
Sarah has been three times BBC young folk award finalist, and Ian won the BBC young folk award in 1999 as part of the band 422."
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Monday 10th October 2011
Singing Workshop 'Ballads to Bellows' at The Grosvenor (Back Room), Sidney Road, Stockwell, South London SW9
6.45 for 7pm start. 1 hour. £5/4. Open level. All welcome
From sea shanties to ballads and mouth music, we will look at and learn songs from the rich musical traditions of the British Isles and beyond, together as a group.
Friendly informal atmosphere.
enquiries to: 07786012879 or balladstobellows@gmail.com
The Sleeping Dogz plus special guest Brendan Coker at The Greystones, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
A fun mixture of toe tapping, foot stomping fiddle and banjo, lively Irish jigs and reels on the pipes and haunting melodies on guitar,cello and flute all presented with a huge dose of humour. 3 seriously talented musicians, Wild Willy Barrett, Mary Holland and John Devine, some of the most accomplished multi instrumentalists working today. To open the show there'll be a very rare Sheffield appearance of the world class singer/songwriter and all round genius BRENDAN CROKER, ex Mekons, Notting Hillbillies and 5 O'clock Shadows, once described as Britains own Ry Cooder.
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Tuesday 11th October 2011
Sloan Wainwright at Green Note, Camden, London
"Her family tree (brother and folk-music luminary Loudon Wainwright, sister-in-law Kate McGarrigle, nephew Rufus Wainwright, nieces Martha Wainwright and Lucy Wainwright Roche) reads like a who's who of contemporary folk music. Sloan's incredible gift is not only her unique songwriting ability but her dramatically voiced rendition of her original songs."
Needleandthread Open Mic at The Half Moon Pub, 10 Half Moon Lane, Herne Hill, South London
Sign up from 7.30, music from 8.30.... free entry.
..... we've got a nice fat sound system, with full monitoring, and a sound engineer on hand.. open to all musicians, spoken word artists, singers, and other types.. or just get down here, chomp on a freshly stone-baked pizza, grab a beer, and enjoy the show!....
Andy Clarke & Steve Tyler at Ringwood Folk Club, Ringwood, Hampshire
"Andy is a superb singer/guitarist/bouzouki player from Devon with a passion for traditional songs, particularly from the West Country. He has a really excellent voice & is a stunning guitarist. Recent performances include Towersey, Teignmouth, Warwick, Priddy & Chippenham festivals & numerous folk clubs throughout the UK. Steve began playing the hurdy gurdy in 1993, adding this instrument to the sound of the recently formed medieval music ensemble Misericordia, which he founded with Anne Marie Summers. He is also a bit of a maestro on the Cittern. "
Folk Session at The Cock Inn, Combe, Oxfordshire
Folk Session every Tuesday evening, beginners welcome.
Kathryn Tickell: Northumbrian Voices at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Kathryn Tickell is the foremost exponent of the Northumbrian pipes, a composer and performer whose work is rooted in the landscape and people of Northumbria. This concert is based on interviews and recordings Kathryn has done with rural Northumbrians, including family members. Tunes and songs feature alongside witty, moving anecdotes delivered by Kathryn, her father Mike Tickell and a superb ensemble of musicians and singers. With three generations of musicians on stage, the show is an upbeat reflection of strong communities, their music and collective stories."
Rae Spoon, Lianne Hall and Molly Zacharias at Gwdihw Cafe Bar, 6 Guildford Crescent, Off Churchill Way, Cardiff CF10 2HJ
Rae Spoon
Queer, socially awkward, heartbreaking, pop-tinged folk.
Lianne Hall
electronica-folk music that could make you weep
Molly Zacharias
Influenced by love, petitions, drifting, friends & family, marbles and trees… Molly is an enchanting performer.
The New Inn Folk Club at The New Inn, Pontblyddyn, Flintshire
Everyone is welcome, either to listen or to sing and play
Hank Wangford at The Greystones, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
If Daniel O'Donnell is the brightly scrubbed face of British country music then Hank Wangford is its guilty conscience, its dark and troubled grubby soul. Hank has picked at the miserable underbelly of country music for twenty eight years, inspiring others like Billy Bragg, The The, The Alabama Three and other alt.country musicians.
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Wednesday 12th October 2011
Folk at The Bull, The Street, Woolpit, Nr. Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk. 8:15 p.m.
"Sing, Play, Recite, Listen" with a welcome for singers, musicians, folk poets and story tellers.
Contact genial61-research@yahoo.co.uk for further details.
Rafael and Friends with Kuljit Bhamra at St. John the Baptist Church, Little Missenden, Amersham, Buckinghamshire
Rafael- flamenco guitar; Lola Rueda -flamenco singer & dancer; Demi Garcia- flamenco percussion; Kuljit Bhamra - tabla
Michael Chapman and Rita Hosking at The Greystones, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
"A rare treat - two great musicians, from either side of the Atlantic, playing together for the first time!"
John James at Dunfermline Folk Club, Dunfermline, Fife
"The Welsh Ragtime Wizard from Lampeter, Wales - performs virtuoso
fingerstyle guitar - blues, folk, ragtime, jazz and classical tunes, and sings. As well as hosting
the national BBC TV series .Broadside', John has performed and recorded with Jools Holland,
Ralph McTell, Brownie McGhee, Sonny Terry, Led Zeppelin, John Renbourne, Duck Baker
and John Martyn."
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Thursday 13th October 2011
Sarah MacDougall at Green Note, Camden, London
"Sarah MacDougall is a true rising star on the Canadian music scene with her dynamite songs, blistering guitar chops and astounding voice. She has been earning rave reviews and topping major music writers top ten album of the year lists as a songwriter with her official debut album Across the Atlantic (2009), all the while producing and engineering her own music. Born in Sweden, 24 hrs Vancouver called her ‘one of the most promising exports out of Sweden since Abba’ and Across the Atlantic got four-star reviews in such notable publications as Q magazine, the Irish Times, No Depression, and many more."
Open Mike/Singers & Musicians Night at Orpington Folk Club, Orpington, South London
Stafford Folk Club at The Pie and Ale House, Crabbery Street, Stafford, ST16 2BA
First Night of this new folk club with a "Come all Ye" session with local singers and musicians contributing to the night's entertainment.
For more information or if you want to book a slot for the first night contact Derek Bunce on 0759 487 8446 or email at Derek.W.Bunce@gmail.com
Dave Shannon at The Centre Sessions, Poynton, Cheshire
Widely remembered from leading ‘70’s folk group ‘Therapy’, and as a BBC producer of Roots music broadcasts Dave offers an engaging programme accompanied by bassist Dave Dailey.
The Centre Sessions is a series of regular monthly music nights for people who want to hear good acoustic-based music and is hosted by Chris Joe Beard and Les Martin.
Katriona Gilmore & Jamie Roberts plus Fay Brotherhood at The Musician, Leicester
"BBC Radio 2 Horizon Award nominees Katriona Gilmore & Jamie Roberts combine astounding lap-tapping guitar, fiery fiddle and their trademark harmonies with considerable songwriting talent to make a truly distinctive sound. Since releasing their début album 'Shadows & Half Light', Gilmore and Roberts have been wowing audiences across the country with their unassumingly confident displays of instrumental technique. 2010 saw the duo complete a nationwide tour in their own right, land the coveted opening slot on Fairport Convention's 2011 Winter Tour, and release their much-anticipated second album, 'Up From The Deep'."
Tickets available from www.fortytenthpromotions.co.uk
Blueflint Kirkcaldy Acoustic Club, Kirkcaldy, Fife
"Stories of heartbreak, revenge and plenty more drama besides pepper the lyrics of ace Edinburgh bluegrass banjo duo of Deborah Arnott and Clare-Louise Neilson...Their sublime delicate vocal harmonising adds a layer of achingly melancholy beauty to every song...their wonderful take on Americana could warm the coldest of hearts."
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Friday 14th October 2011
Scarlett in the Wilderness + The Burning Caravan Trio at Green Note, Camden, London
The Burning Caravan Trio met through a mutual love of Balkan and klezmer music. Now scattered around the country, the group still meet annually to perform extensively in the Edinburgh Fringe.
Gypsy Folk band Scarlett in the Wilderness play an amalgama- tion of folk, flamenco, ska, and blues, with heavy Eastern European, Balkan and Klezmer influences... and rather divine corsetry. They tell tales of decadence and deviance, from murderous tangos to merry sea shanties.
Alchemy at The Goose is Out Folk Club, The Magnolia, 211 Lordship Lane, East Dulwich, South London
"Interpretation and musicality are central to the performance of a wonderfully varied repertoire which is drawn from the tradition, both old and new, and which is increasingly earning Alchemy a reputation as having one of the most distinctive vocal sounds to emerge in recent years."
Pilgrims' Way at Bodmin Folk Club, Bodmin, Cornwall
"Refreshingly different, reassuringly traditional, Pilgrims' Way are a
3-piece band with a big personality and big sound.
Playing their own particular brand of Folk music, they were brought
together by a series of chance meetings at sessions around the North
West of England, bonding over red hair and a shared love of
traditional music, they have been shaking up assorted kitchens, public
houses and folk venues ever since."
Sarah MacDonald at The Village Pump Folk Club, Trowbridge, Wiltshire
" A fusion of Scandinavian folk and Indie Americana from this acclaimed Canadian songstress. It could easily be doom and gloom but there is real warmth and raw passion in her songs to which her haunting voice does more than justice."
Sean Lakeman and Kathryn Roberts at The Ram Folk Club, Thames Ditton, Surrey
"This awesome duo have been absent from the folk club scene for a while due to a combination of maternity leave and sibling supporting (Sean is a mainstay of his brother SETH’s touring band). Because of their hectic schedule their duo gigs are still all too rare, so lap this up! Both have been BBC Young Tradition Award winners and members of 90s super group EQUATION, since when their careers have blossomed in many directions with great success. Kathryn has a voice to die for, capable of sensitivity, restraint & full-on power. She plays flute and keyboard, while Sean has honed a virtuosic guitar style through years of touring & recording that is equally suited to accompaniment or lead. With trad songs, gems by the likes of Tom Waits, Randy Newman & Suzanne Vega as well as songs from their forthcoming album, this is a ‘don’t miss’!"
The Curst Sons at The Horse & Groom, Islingword Rd, Brighton, East Sussex
"The Curst Sons unique take on American traditional music mixes Blues, Gospel and Old Time with a kick-ass stomp and a dose of wry humour."
Alejandro Escovedo at Tingewick Village Hall, nr Buckingham, Buckinghamshire
Americana Singer Songwriter
Fay Hield at Chesterfield Folk Club, Chesterfield, Derbyshire
"Fay’s trio features Rob Harbron (English Acoustic Collective) and Sam Sweeney (Bellowhead), and she has recently become the latest signing to the prestigious Topic Records label and her debut CD, 'Looking Glass', has received rave reviews from Radio 2 and Uncut magazine amongst many others."
Singers and Musicians Night at The New Cleveland Folk Club, The Cleveland Hotel upstairs, Crumpsall Lane, Crumpsall, Manchester
Aspiring new talent always welcome
Ken Nicol and Barron Brady at Reeth Memorial Hall, Reeth, Nr Richmond, North Yorkshire
Ken’s music ranges from blues to rock, effortlessly taking in folk, jazz, ragtime and ballads along the way. BarronBrady are two performers who confidently uphold the richness of the British folk tradition with superbly crafted self-written songs and fine interpretations of English folk song, beautifully sung with great sincerity and with impeccable musical accompaniment.
Tickets £14 (door £16)
Elbow Jane at Carlisle Folk & Blues Club, Carlisle
“A premiere and exciting five-piece band from Merseyside recently signed to legendary local folk label Fellside Records, Elbow Jane blend acoustic folk instrumentation with a fresh exciting sound and energy. Their exceptional blend of bouzouki, mandolins, guitars, piano and percussion is complemented by expressive vocals and stunning harmonies and has won them national acclaim."
Blueflint Montrose Folk Club, Montrose, Angus
"Stories of heartbreak, revenge and plenty more drama besides pepper the lyrics of ace Edinburgh bluegrass banjo duo of Deborah Arnott and Clare-Louise Neilson...Their sublime delicate vocal harmonising adds a layer of achingly melancholy beauty to every song...their wonderful take on Americana could warm the coldest of hearts."
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Saturday 15th October 2011
The Carrivick Sisters at The Old Chapel, Calstock, Cornwall
"Twin sisters Charlotte and Laura Carrivick have grown up playing and writing music together. Their unique style shows their strong bluegrass influences without obscuring their English roots. With tight harmonies that only siblings can achieve, they perform their original songs on guitar, fiddle, mandolin, dobro and clawhammer banjo."
Black Galleon at Adventure International, Bude, Cornwall 7:00pm onwards
An evening of acoustic / Celtic / melodic / folk / rock music from this popular local band, and special guest Jenny Bishop.
Tickets £3 for FoBSP members in advance, or £5 non-members and on the door.
Pilgrims' Way at The Royal Oak, Bath, Somerset
"Refreshingly different, reassuringly traditional, Pilgrims' Way are a
3-piece band with a big personality and big sound.
Playing their own particular brand of Folk music, they were brought
together by a series of chance meetings at sessions around the North
West of England, bonding over red hair and a shared love of
traditional music, they have been shaking up assorted kitchens, public
houses and folk venues ever since."
Bag of Rats at The King William, Glastonbury, Somerset
"A rich brew of traditional English tea, blues, reds, Irish, Jazz and Country; a smidgeon of pigeon Ska, a hint of alternative and a peppering of psychedelic skiffle."
The Blues Band at Lewes Town Hall, Lewes, East Sussex
"With all the original members and fronted by the ever youthful Paul Jones, 2011 saw the Blues Band regularly touring and completing their eighteenth studio album."
Red Shoes at Wolverly Village Hall, Ashwood Marina, Kidderminster, Worcestershire
Red Shoes are acoustic duo Carolyn and Mark Evans from Birmingham, who currently have an album available “Ring Around The Land” produced by Dave Pegg of Fairport Convention. Dave Pegg also contributes Bass and Mandolin, along with Chris Leslie on fiddle and PJ Wright on guitar and harmonica. The album has garnered great reviews in the press gaining 4 stars in R2 and Folk album of the Year – NetRhythms amongst others.
One of their songs, “Celtic Moon” has recently been recorded and included on Fairport Convention’s latest album “Festival Bell” .
Katriona Gilmore & Jamie Roberts at The Globe Inn, Glossop, North West Derbyshire
"BBC Radio 2 Horizon Award nominees Katriona Gilmore & Jamie Roberts combine astounding lap-tapping guitar, fiery fiddle and their trademark harmonies with considerable songwriting talent to make a truly distinctive sound."
Blueflint The Byre, St Andrews, Fife
"Stories of heartbreak, revenge and plenty more drama besides pepper the lyrics of ace Edinburgh bluegrass banjo duo of Deborah Arnott and Clare-Louise Neilson...Their sublime delicate vocal harmonising adds a layer of achingly melancholy beauty to every song...their wonderful take on Americana could warm the coldest of hearts."
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Sunday 16th October 2011
The Goose Is Out Singaround at The CPT, 193 Crystal Palace Road, East Dulwich, London SE22 9EP
"The singaround will be very informal and participative - no mikes, no lights, no audience, we will be singing for ourselves. You can sing whatever you like, but as we're a folk club we'd prefer it to be at least folk influenced, and if it has a chorus or is a well-known song which others can join in with, all the better!"
Chris While & Julie Matthews at Twickfolk, Twickenham, West London
"Chris While & Julie Matthews are both individual writers of some note but it's when they combine their writing talents that the unique nature of their partnership flourishes. They are world renowned for their affinity on stage and for the energy and enthusiasm of their live perfomances. Chris and Julie have been nominated eight times for the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in the Best Duo, Best Song & Best Live Act categories."
Pilgrims' Way at The Canteen, Bristol
"Refreshingly different, reassuringly traditional, Pilgrims' Way are a
3-piece band with a big personality and big sound.
Playing their own particular brand of Folk music, they were brought
together by a series of chance meetings at sessions around the North
West of England, bonding over red hair and a shared love of
traditional music, they have been shaking up assorted kitchens, public
houses and folk venues ever since."
Lucy Ward and Six Hands In Tempo at The Poppy Folk Club, West Bridgford, Nottingham
"Lucy Ward is a fine young singer-songwriter and interpreter of traditional folk song. A rising star of the folk scene."
"Six Hands In Tempo were at the height of their popularity in the 1980s, when they were wowing folk club audiences up and down the country and across Europe."
Michael Chapman and Rita Hosking at Henry Boons, Westgate, Wakefield WF2 9SR, West Yorkshire. 01924 378126
"A rare treat - two great musicians, from either side of the Atlantic, playing together for the first time!"
Clive Carroll at The Black Swan Folk Club, York, North Yorkshire
Clive is a virtuoso fingerstyle guitarist with an exceptional understanding of his instrument, taking us on a joyful journey through influences “where Django meets Chet while Renbourn picks out a Delta blues”. He has been described by Acoustic Guitar Magazine as “the best and most original young player and composer in Britain”
Mike Harding at The Peoples Theatre, Newcastle Upon Tyne
"An evening of songs, daft stories and monologues from the man once described as ‘The grandfather of alternative comedy.’ After 15 years concentrating on writing and broadcasting, fell walking and fly-fishing, Mike’s back on the road for the first time in 15 years. A small-scale tour earlier this year went down so well he decided to return to his roots with a vengeance. With a couple of guitars and more than forty years of material to draw on Mike will lead you into his own comic world with stories and songs that have had audiences collapsing with laughter from South Shields to Sidney, Huddersfield to Hong Kong."
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Monday 17th October 2011
Lucy Ward at Green Note, Camden, London
"Lucy was a finalist in the BBC Young Folk Awards in 2009 and since then has gained an increasing audience on the folk scene, having supported the likes of Seth Lakeman, Mawkin Causley, Jez Lowe, Phil Beer, and recently supported O’Hooley & Tidow on their 2010 tour."
Singing Workshop 'Ballads to Bellows' at The Grosvenor (Back Room), Sidney Road, Stockwell, South London SW9
6.45 for 7pm start. 1 hour. £5/4. Open level. All welcome
From sea shanties to ballads and mouth music, we will look at and learn songs from the rich musical traditions of the British Isles and beyond, together as a group.
Friendly informal atmosphere.
enquiries to: 07786012879 or balladstobellows@gmail.com
Blueflint Paisley Arts Centre, Paisley, Renfrewshire
"Stories of heartbreak, revenge and plenty more drama besides pepper the lyrics of ace Edinburgh bluegrass banjo duo of Deborah Arnott and Clare-Louise Neilson...Their sublime delicate vocal harmonising adds a layer of achingly melancholy beauty to every song...their wonderful take on Americana could warm the coldest of hearts."
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Tuesday 18th October 2011
Andrew Duhon, Anne Christine and Paul Mooney at SoftlySoftly, Kiss The Sky, 7-9 Pond Street, Hampstead, London NW3 2PN
Andrew Duhon - With a voice reminiscent of Ray LaMontagne, we're so looking forward to the return of New Orleans singer/songwriter Andrew Duhon with his ultra classy songs, which at once sound completely new, but also like songs you've known for ever..., Anne Christine - Gorgeous gentle songs to warm your heart - Paul Mooney - Usually with his trio, a solo appearance with songs from his acoustic repertoire.
Needleandthread Open Mic at The Half Moon Pub, 10 Half Moon Lane, Herne Hill, South London
Sign up from 7.30, music from 8.30.... free entry.
..... we've got a nice fat sound system, with full monitoring, and a sound engineer on hand.. open to all musicians, spoken word artists, singers, and other types.. or just get down here, chomp on a freshly stone-baked pizza, grab a beer, and enjoy the show!....
RED SPIRIT present Round Robin at Ringwood Folk Club, Ringwood, Hampshire
"3 of English folk music’s high flyers – singer & fiddler Caroline Butler, cellist Gill Redmond, and oboist Charles Spicer of The Mellstock Band - spread their wings with a selection of music on the theme of birds. Music from Playford to Schubert to Hoagy Carmichael and riches from the folk tradition."
Folk at The Mill at Kersey Mill, Kersey, Suffolk. 8 p.m.
JUST LISTEN, PLAY OR SING. FREE ADMISSION!! All Welcome
Folk Session at The Cock Inn, Combe, Oxfordshire
Folk Session every Tuesday evening, beginners welcome.
Andy Cutting at Melodeon at The Chapel, No.1 Shakespeare Street, Stratford on Avon, Warwickshire CV37 6RN
"Andy's commitment to, and sense of pride in traditional music, as well as his sensitivity and understanding of the form, has made him one of the folk scene's most wanted, playing with Kate Rusby, John McCusker and Under One Sky to name but a few. He has recorded with Sting, John Illsley (Dire Straits), and was recently asked to join The Who for an acoustic concert in aid of the Teenage Cancer Trust. As well as his ongoing work with Chris Wood, Andy is currently working with Martin Simpson, June Tabor and Blowzabella. There are few melodeon players who put so much feeling into their playing, whether it be a set of dance tunes, or accompaniment to a slow English ballad. Andy has been awarded BBC Folk Musician of the Year twice; most recently in February this year."
Andrew Loake at Great Knight Folk Club, Northampton
"Andrew Loake has been playing the guitar since the age of 5, but didn’t realize that people would pay to listen to him until he was about 18. In the late 1970s and early 80s he was half of the duo Simon & Andrew Loake – they played at many clubs and festivals and also supported Ralph McTell, Richard Thompson, Fairport Convention and many others. In his subsequent career, Andrew has toured as the guitarist in Dave Pegg’s Cocktail Cowboys (with Chris Leslie and Gerry Conway), He also plays the violin and has played on some terrible TV commercials and even played a solo concert in Tokyo. His repertoire includes traditional and contemporary songs and his distinctive guitar style can be heard on his new acoustic CD “Archipelago”."
The New Inn Folk Club at The New Inn, Pontblyddyn, Flintshire
Everyone is welcome, either to listen or to sing and play
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Wednesday 19th October 2011
Rout of the Blues trad and psych folk night at The Wilmington Arms, Clerkenwell, London
with special guests singer songwriter & fine flautist Laura J Martin supported by wyrd folksters Beneath the Oak
Pilgrims' Way at Ely Folk Club, Ely, Cambridgeshire
"Refreshingly different, reassuringly traditional, Pilgrims' Way are a
3-piece band with a big personality and big sound.
Playing their own particular brand of Folk music, they were brought
together by a series of chance meetings at sessions around the North
West of England, bonding over red hair and a shared love of
traditional music, they have been shaking up assorted kitchens, public
houses and folk venues ever since."
Session at The Fleur de Lys, East Hagbourne. Oxfordshire
Come and enjoy good traditional (and not so traditional) music, folk and other. Bring an instrument, a song, or simply tap your feet. A warm welcome and some good ale awaits you!
No Fixed Abode at The Swann Inn, Stone, Staffordshire
"No Fixed Abode are a blend of Una Walsh (vocals) and Tony Dean (guitar). Una originates in Ireland and has a voice as rich and smooth as the finest Irish malt whiskey. Tony’s guitar playing provides the ice. Sit back relax and enjoy Their mix of original acoustic songs blended together in a unique way that will take you on a magical mystery tour of your emotions."
The Basement Band at The Pot & Glass Folk & Acoustic Club, Egglescliffe Village, Nr Yarm-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland
"The band took their name from their practice room, but their performance & music, a mixture of Folk & more contemporary materials elevate them right to the top floor."
Audrey Williams and Colin Sands at Dunfermline Folk Club, Dunfermline, Fife
"Contemporary and traditional songs from Audrey's
stunning voice plus virtuoso keyboard accompaniment from Colin. All musicians welcome.
Free with collection for the artists."
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Thursday 20th October 2011
Ian Petrie at Orpington Folk Club, Orpington, South London
"sings both contemporary and traditional songs with power and feeling"
Chris Wood at The Phoenix, Exeter, Devon
"Chris Wood has developed into an exceptional songwriter …venturing into areas that few artists would dare tackle." - The Guardian
"Highly charged observations on life, love and country" – MOJO
The Carrivick Sisters at The Ritz Acoustic Club, Burnham on Sea, Somerset
"Twin sisters Charlotte and Laura Carrivick have grown up playing and writing music together. Their unique style shows their strong bluegrass influences without obscuring their English roots. With tight harmonies that only siblings can achieve, they perform their original songs on guitar, fiddle, mandolin, dobro and clawhammer banjo."
Na-Mara at Stortfolk, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"na-mara are a St Albans (UK) based folk duo - Paul McNamara (Guitar and vocals) and Rob Garcia (Guitar, mandolin and mandola). "
Pilgrims' Way at The Black Swan Folk Club, York, North Yorkshire
"Refreshingly different, reassuringly traditional, Pilgrims' Way are a
3-piece band with a big personality and big sound.
Playing their own particular brand of Folk music, they were brought
together by a series of chance meetings at sessions around the North
West of England, bonding over red hair and a shared love of
traditional music, they have been shaking up assorted kitchens, public
houses and folk venues ever since."
Kieran Halpin at Rothbury Roots, Rothbury, Northumberland
Releasing his 20th album from a 38 year career just four days before his appearance at Roots, this supremely talented singer songwriter has also produced one live DVD and published 2 songbooks with 50 songs in each book. Whilst his albums are always something to look forward to it is live on stage where Halpin makes his mark. Powerful and passionate, intimate and intense, he is impossible to ignore. His voice has such an edge to it that he sounds like he is living every song.
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Friday 21st October 2011
Kalia at The Green Note, Camden, London
"Original Compositions and Traditional Music from the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East"
Nicky Swann at South Milton Village Hall, South Milton, Devon
Devon born songwriter Nicky Swann is a performer with a passion. Her delivery is warm, soulful (sometimes gritty) but always spiritually tinged. She uses elements of folk, blues and country to tell her tales of love, hope and death.
please bring your own food and drink to this event
Martin Simpson at The Folk House, Bristol
"There is no doubt that after 35 years as a professional musician Martin is, right now, better than ever. Widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world, his interpretations of traditional songs are masterpieces of storytelling. His solo shows are intense, eclectic, spellbinding and deeply moving."
Chris Wood at Colston Hall, Bristol
"Chris Wood has developed into an exceptional songwriter …venturing into areas that few artists would dare tackle." - The Guardian
"Highly charged observations on life, love and country" – MOJO
Zoox at The Village Pump Folk Club, Trowbridge, Wiltshire
"Superb all woman trio who combine high octane energy with virtuoso skill to put their very own stamp on a fusion of traditionally based music that draws on influences as diverse as Afro/Celtic, Appalachian, Celtic and Caribbean. Add some tight vocal harmonies and a range of diverse instruments from contrabassoon to congas and you’ll be rocking in the aisles."
The Curst Sons at The Poyntz Arms, Walton Rd, East Molesey, Surrey
"The Curst Sons unique take on American traditional music mixes Blues, Gospel and Old Time with a kick-ass stomp and a dose of wry humour."
Uiscedwr at The Ram Folk Club, Thames Ditton, Surrey
"'Ishka-dooer' means 'water' in Irish/Welsh, and they've certainly made a splash since winning the BBC's Young Folk Award in 2002! Founded by astounding Welsh fiddler and vocalist ANNA ESSLEMONT and ace bodhran and percussion player CORMAC BYRNE, the music flows like a river - fast down the rapids, serene through the shallows - underpinned by the driving guitar and bass of NICK WALDOCK and with African, Klezmer, and classical influences thrown into the Celtic melting pot. This is their farewell tour but there are exciting plans afoot to metamorphose into a new band (‘Bad Anna’) with a new sound."
Steve Tilston at The Woodman Folk Club, Kingswinford, West Midlands
“…that very rare combination of singer, songwriter and guitarist who
actually excels in all departments…” Froots
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Saturday 22nd October 2011
Trio Manouche at Green Note, Camden, London
Trio Manouche are a world-class gypsy swing ensemble performing the works of Django Reinhardt and their own up-beat quirky original compositions in the style of Hot Club de France, bringing a unique and contemporary take on the genre and the repertoire.
Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer at Shammick Acoustic, The Pack O' Cards, High Street, Combe Martin, Ilfracombe, Devon
"This couple are fast establishing themselves as one of the best duos on the folk scene today, having developed a strong reputation for delivering great performances at clubs and festivals throughout the country. Always known for their skills on instruments that range from Scottish smallpipes and accordion to guitar and nyckelharpa, they are increasingly being lauded for their strong song arrangements and compositions."
Chris Wood at The David Hall, South Petherton, Somerset
"Chris Wood is self-taught on guitar and violin, and his independent streak shines through in his composition and studio work. Always direct and unafraid to speak his mind, he has a gift for lyrical understatement, and his songwriting has been praised for its surgical clarity. He cites his major influence as ‘Anon’. In 2009 he received both Singer of the Year and Album of the Year (for Trespasser) in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards."
Martin Simpson at Chapel Arts Centre, Bath, Somerset
"There is no doubt that after 35 years as a professional musician Martin is, right now, better than ever. Widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world, his interpretations of traditional songs are masterpieces of storytelling. His solo shows are intense, eclectic, spellbinding and deeply moving."
Zoox at New Brewery Arts Centre, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
"Zoox (Linda Game, Jo May and Becky Menday) are a superb trio serving up a cocktail of new melodies and traditional tunes with a delicate balance of strings, wind, percussion and voices."
James Hollingsworth at The Bear, 1 High Street, Marlborough, Wiltshire. SN8 1AA
"James Hollingsworth’s main stage set on the Saturday afternoon of the festival ranged from what was grounded in the traditional – a voice buzzing in the ear, the familiar plucked guitar – to what seemed to border on the celestial, as both voice and a much effected, but delicately measured, acoustic guitar swept back and forth across the arena. James’ performance was captivating…truly so, as many followed him to the intimate surroundings of the Bar Stage later in the afternoon, where an equally diverse mixture of songs and styles was in evidence." - Abbey Mill Folk Festival, 2006
She'Koyokh at Whitchurch Canonicorum Church,Whitchurch, Dorset (Tickets £15 (to include light supper). T: 01297 489629 / E: cbain7@gmail.com)
"She’koyokh is Britain’s best klezmer and Balkan music band and winners of the Netherlands’ International Jewish music competition. Their evolution spans the humble origins of busking at East London’s Columbia Rd flower market to performing in the famous concert halls of Europe including Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, the Gasteig in Munich and London’s Purcell Room"
Pilgrims' Way at The Brass Monkey, Hastings, East Sussex
"Refreshingly different, reassuringly traditional, Pilgrims' Way are a
3-piece band with a big personality and big sound.
Playing their own particular brand of Folk music, they were brought
together by a series of chance meetings at sessions around the North
West of England, bonding over red hair and a shared love of
traditional music, they have been shaking up assorted kitchens, public
houses and folk venues ever since."
The Young’uns at The Star Inn, Romney Marsh, Kent
"One of the very few young folk groups to still sing traditional a cappella music, Sean Cooney, David Eagle and Michael Hughes are three very fine singers who perform with passion and gusto."
Leatherat plus Roz Bruce at The Musician, Leicester
Leatherat are five musicians dedicated to playing original folk-rock music loud, fast and to the highest standard. “The ‘ats” (as they are affectionately known) are based in Banbury, Oxfordshire. The current line up consists of Pete Bailey (Vocals, Mandolin & Guitar), Jono Watts (Violin), Jeremy Paul Carroll (Bass), Jim Bennion (Guitars) & Hugh Edwards (Drums).
Leatherat’s live show captures the excitement of a rock gig combined with the influences of traditional and original folk tunes. Their show has a high level of energy that is instantly communicated to their audience spanning all generations, from teenagers, to hardcore rockers, punks and nostalgic folkies! With a stage presence to challenge any contemporary band their carefully crafted songs combine with their own sheer enjoyment of the music to fuel their powerful performance.
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Sunday 23rd October 2011
Guillermo Rozenthuler at Green Note, Camden, London
Guillermo’s love affair with the music from Brazil started 20 years ago. Since then, he’s been cultivating a repertoire that brings together the best of the Bossa Nova, Samba and MPB traditions. Guillermo’s warm vocals and guitar playing capture all the passion and rhythmic wealth of Brazilian song. He’ll be joined by some of the finest Latin musicians in London.
Live Irish Jam Session at The Boogaloo, Highgate, North London from 5-11pm Free Entry
traditional Irish jam session, wood fire, candle lit pub and steaming bowls of Snack Queen chilli.
Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman at Twickfolk, Twickenham, West London
"Chris While & Julie Matthews are both individual writers of some note but it's when they combine their writing talents that the unique nature of their partnership flourishes. They are world renowned for their affinity on stage and for the energy and enthusiasm of their live perfomances. Chris and Julie have been nominated eight times for the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in the Best Duo, Best Song & Best Live Act categories."
The Muzsikás at Ealing Town Hall, Ealing, West London 7:30pm
This outstanding folk music ensemble has pioneered – and earned – global acceptance of traditional Hungarian music-making, touring Europe, North America, the Far East and Australasia over the last 25 years and recording many fine CD's.
Their musical intensity coupled with breathtaking technical virtuosity makes their performances exciting, inspiring and wholly memorable.
Make sure you don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear Muzsikás live as they make a special visit to the UK to celebrate Hungarian National Day.
Black Umfolosi at Horsebridge Arts Community Centre,
11 Horsebridge Road, Whitstable, Kent CT5 1AF 5:00pm
"A celebration of African culture through harmonious acappella singing and vigorous dancing."
Luke Hirst and Sarah Smout at The Nether Edge Folk Club, The Lounge, 23 Montgomery Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S7 1LN
"Songwriter Luke Hirst is influenced by the likes of Neil Young, Richard Thompson & Nick Drake & his five year stint at Leeds College of Music has resulted in a first class BA Honours Degree.
This year has seen the formation of an exciting new duo with cellist & songwriter Sarah Smout. Sarah has played all over the UK alongside Rosie Doonan and she has a growing reputation for her live performances and session work. Sarah has shared stages with the likes of Kate Rusby, Dougie Maclean, Kathy Mattea, The Urban Folk Quartet & Beth Nielsen-Chapman."
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Monday 24th October 2011
Moonshee at The Arts Centre, Swindon, Wiltshire
"At a time when it seems there's a new fusion band every week, quality is a variable commodity. Those who can actually join together music and culture from diverse sources in a meaningful way are rare. Moonshee however are the real deal no question, their blending of exotic Indian textures with the earthiness of English folk, the dervish whirl of Celtic melody delivered through sumptuous harmony somehow makes perfect sense. If you're one of those who allows pigeon holes to inform their musical taste stand by they just might change the way you think...this is music for open hearts and minds."
Simon Jones. (fRoots)
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Tuesday 25th October 2011
Moonshee at Cecil Sharp House, Camden, London
"At a time when it seems there's a new fusion band every week, quality is a variable commodity. Those who can actually join together music and culture from diverse sources in a meaningful way are rare. Moonshee however are the real deal no question, their blending of exotic Indian textures with the earthiness of English folk, the dervish whirl of Celtic melody delivered through sumptuous harmony somehow makes perfect sense. If you're one of those who allows pigeon holes to inform their musical taste stand by they just might change the way you think...this is music for open hearts and minds."
Simon Jones. (fRoots)
Needleandthread Open Mic at The Half Moon Pub, 10 Half Moon Lane, Herne Hill, South London
Sign up from 7.30, music from 8.30.... free entry.
..... we've got a nice fat sound system, with full monitoring, and a sound engineer on hand.. open to all musicians, spoken word artists, singers, and other types.. or just get down here, chomp on a freshly stone-baked pizza, grab a beer, and enjoy the show!....
Informal singaround at Ringwood Folk Club, Ringwood, Hampshire
"Tunes, songs and poems"
Folk Session at The Cock Inn, Combe, Oxfordshire
Folk Session every Tuesday evening, beginners welcome.
Jackie Leven at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"If you’ve never explored cult hero Jackie’s unique brand of Celtic folk before now’s the time to start. Sounding like a cross between Van Morrison and Aaron Neville, he has a deep soulful voice that holds you spellbound, its sheer beauty contrasting with the sometimes dark subject matter of the songs. Live, he lays bare his soul, taking you on an emotional journey through the observations of one who has seen a lot during his life less ordinary. He also has a totally unique guitar-playing style. Gothic Road is the latest of his superb albums for Cooking Vinyl."
The New Inn Folk Club at The New Inn, Pontblyddyn, Flintshire
Everyone is welcome, either to listen or to sing and play
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Wednesday 26th October 2011
She'Koyokh at Green Note, Camden, London
"She’koyokh is Britain’s best klezmer and Balkan music band and winners of the Netherlands’ International Jewish music competition. Their evolution spans the humble origins of busking at East London’s Columbia Rd flower market to performing in the famous concert halls of Europe including Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, the Gasteig in Munich and London’s Purcell Room"
Juan Martín at The Kings Place Arts Centre, Kings Cross, London
"Voted into the top three guitarists in the world by US magazine Guitar Player, Juan is one of the big names of the Flamenco guitar. His original Flamenco guitar method ‘El Arte Flamenco de la Guitarra’ is considered to be the ‘bible’ of flamenco guitar and has seen ten reprints. He has performed at international festivals around the world from Hong Kong to Montreux Jazz and his tours have taken him everywhere from Australia, America and Canada to the Middle and Far East"
Sutton Musicians Co-operative, at Sutton Cricket Club, Gander Green Lane, Sutton, South London
£3 singers night / open mic, £5 guest band night
Hosts Victoria and Camilla from The Feuding Lloyds and Mike and Betty from the Acoustic Astronauts
Guest Musician each week, All acoustic acts welcome
Isambarde at The Famous Willows Folk Club, Arundel, West Sussex
"ISAMBARDE are a folk band with tremendous energy and enthusiasm. They are the unusual and winning combination of Chris's driving guitar, Emily's incisive fiddle playing and Jude's lyrical oboe coupled with great full on vocal harmonies." PHIL BEER
Liz Simcock at Stortfolk, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Liz Simcock writes songs and performs them in folk and acoustic clubs in and around the Southeast.
In 1999 she featured on the Playpen Album of New Acoustic Music alongside Eliza Carthy, Billy Bragg,
Eddi Reader and Kathryn Williams. Since then she has trodden an independent path, recording three
albums and gaining a growing reputation as a performer and songwriter."
Session at Dunfermline Folk Club, Dunfermline, Fife
"Sing a song, play a tune, tell us a story or listen. Free"
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Thursday 27th October 2011
Spanish Night with Magarita Escarpa and Ricardo Gállen at The Kings Place Arts Centre, Kings Cross, London
These are two of the greatest Spanish guitarists of the younger generation, each will play one half of tonight's concert. Both are making their professional debut in the UK on a major platform.
Magarita Escarpa is a brilliant young performer; after graduating from the Conservatory of Madrid with the highest distinction she went on to win two national and eight international prizes including 1st Prize at the Guitar Foundation of America Competition. She has recorded for RTVE, Ópera Tres, GHA and Naxos to universal high acclaim.
Ricardo Gállen from Linares, Segovia's birthplace, is one of the outstanding young guitarists of our time. He has won no less than 20 international competitions and his five CDs on Naxos have gained sensational reviews. Programme includes music by Isaac Albéniz, Joaquín Turina, Joaquín Rodrigo and a UK premiere by Eduardo Sáinz de la Maza.
Open Mike/Singers & Musicians Night at Orpington Folk Club, Orpington, South London
Zoox at Folking Live, South Hill Park, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7PA
"Zoox (Linda Game, Jo May and Becky Menday) are a superb trio serving up a cocktail of new melodies and traditional tunes with a delicate balance of strings, wind, percussion and voices. Be prepared for a fabulous array of instruments from contrabassoon to congas."
Dan McKinnon at Newport Folk Club, Newport, South Wales
Singer Songwriter
Jackie Leven at The Flowerpot, Derby, Derbyshire
Jackie first made a serious impact upon the UK music scene in the late 70s with rock band Doll By Doll. A formidable singer, guitarist, songwriter and storyteller, his work, like many of the musical greats, falls into a category of its own - with some justification his outpourings have been called 'Celtic Soul'.
Wizz Jones at The Black Swan Folk Club, York, North Yorkshire
British acoustic guitarist, singer-songwriter and bluesman
The Shari Richards Band at The Forum, Darlington, County Durham
The Shari Richards Band from Pittsburgh USA featuring Paul Smith- Drums, Neil Harland- Base Guitar, Steve Williams slide and electric guitar. An amazing evening with this one off gig fresh back from Blues to Bop Luango Switzerland
Tickets £5 doors 7.30pm
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Friday 28th October 2011
Lucy Ward at The Goose Is Out Folk Club, Upstairs At The Mag, 211 Lordship Lane, East Dulwich, South London
Lucy Ward on one of her rare concerts in the capital, Lucy was a finalist in the BBC Young Folk Awards in 2009 and since then has gained an increasing audience on the folk scene, having supported the likes of Seth Lakeman, Mawkin Causley, Jez Lowe, Phil Beer, and recently supported O’Hooley & Tidow on their 2010 tour.
"Lucy is a 20 year old acoustic artist from Derby. She plays guitar but... considers voice to be her first instrument and has been performing regularly since she was 14.
Her sets are an eclectic mix of traditional and modern folk interpretations, interspersed with her own songs.
The Antonio Forcione, Seckou Keita and Adriano Adewale Trio at The Kings Place Arts Centre, Kings Cross, London
Multi-award winning guitarist Antonio Forcione shares the stage with two phenomenal musicians at this launch of a dynamic, new TRIO. Antonio Forcione is not only acknowledged as a great acoustic guitarist but is also globally respected for his compositions. He has recently released his new album 'Sketches of Africa'. The TRIO is a high-octane collaboration between three world-renowned virtuosos: Antonio Forcione, Adriano Adewale (composer/percussion) from Brazil whose natural charisma equals his originality and Seckou Keita (kora/vocals) from Senegal who is simply spell-binding. Audiences are guaranteed a powerful and dynamic show of wit, personality and musical virtuosity.
Groanbox at The Kings Place Arts Centre, Kings Cross, London
The North American trio of Paul Clifford, Cory Seznec, and Michael Ward-Bergeman, are a musical hybrid of ideas and ideals. At first glance a roots band steeped in the traditions of American music, they play with all the guts of rock and roll and all the soul of the wandering troubadour. But somewhere along the way, that troubadour turned off the road and, setting sail from the melting pot of New Orleans, began a journey that would take their music to new, unchartered territories.
Shep Woolley at The Village Pump Folk Club, Trowbridge, Wiltshire
"A great all round entertainer who has travelled the world taking his own special brand of humour to the far outposts of civilization. This man is a legend in his own lifetime as a folk singer, radio presenter, actor, stand up comedian, raconteur and expert on all matters maritime. His songs range from hilarious parodies to those that combine incisive humour with an underlying understanding of more serious matters."
James Keelaghan at The Ram Folk Club, Thames Ditton, Surrey
"A welcome return for this internationally renowned Canadian singer/songwriter. As soon as JAMES takes the stage and you hear the first few guitar chords and that warm, sure voice, you get that ‘everything's-all-right’ feeling. Like fellow compatriots Robbie Robertson of The Band and the much-missed Stan Rogers, James draws from the rich traditions, history, triumphs and tragedies of his home land, creating a powerful on-going narrative that combines Folk and Canadiana. Not afraid to dip his toes into the waters of politics, social issues and universal emotions his brilliantly-powerful, evocative songs are delivered in that rich baritone voice that 'soothes, seduces and packs a punch'! His latest album features 10 new songs, including co-writes with Karine Polwart and David Francey, so expect some of these and lots of favourites too"
The Eilen Jewel Band and Carrie Rodriguez at The Old Town Hall, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire
Eilen Jewel is touring in support of her new CD ‘Queen of the Minor Key’ which is also her first album to feature a significant number of guest players, even as she continues to work in close consort with her long-time trio of drummer Jason Beek, guitarist Jerry Miller, and upright bassist Johnny Sciascia. .... Love and family have always been sources of inspiration for critically acclaimed singer/songwriter/musician Carrie Rodriguez, but never have they featured so prominently than on her current release ‘Love & Circumstance’, a covers album that includes songs written by her father, and once performed by her great aunt. Rodriguez' journey from teenage violin student to touring the world with the likes of Chip Taylor (famed songwriter of "Wild Thing), Lucinda Williams and Alejandro Escovedo, has resulted in a prodigious output of recordings - eight albums in as many years
The Young’uns at Frodsham Folk Club, Frodsham, Cheshire
"One of the very few young folk groups to still sing traditional a cappella music, Sean Cooney, David Eagle and Michael Hughes are three very fine singers who perform with passion and gusto."
Vinney T Spencer at The New Cleveland Folk Club, The Cleveland Hotel upstairs, Crumpsall Lane, Crumpsall, Manchester
Clive Gregson at Carlisle Folk & Blues Club, Carlisle
“Clive is an accomplished singer, songwriter and musician and record producer, who has toured and recorded with artists such as Richard Thompson, Nanci Griffiths, Eddi Reader, Boo Hewerdine and Christine Collister. Clive's live shows are solo performances and the guitar skills that prompted Guitar magazine to include him in their "1,000 Great Guitarists" are always well in evidence."
Blueflint Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld, North Lanarkshire
"Stories of heartbreak, revenge and plenty more drama besides pepper the lyrics of ace Edinburgh bluegrass banjo duo of Deborah Arnott and Clare-Louise Neilson...Their sublime delicate vocal harmonising adds a layer of achingly melancholy beauty to every song...their wonderful take on Americana could warm the coldest of hearts."
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Saturday 29th October 2011
The Toy Hearts at Green Note, Camden, London
Traditional and contemporary bluegrass from this award-winning family band!
The Toy Hearts are one of the UK’s hottest acoustic acts right now, their style of music neatly placing them at the forefront of the resurgence of interest in folk and Americana music.
Corinne West and Kelly Joe Phelps at The Kings Place Arts Centre, Kings Cross, London
Corinne West is a fourth generation Californian singer and musician, her latest album The Promise confirms her place among the finest young singer-songwriters around. Her music is described as "elegant new sexy acoustic jazz-rock-folk" and she brings a special grace and fire to her stage performances. Corinne has toured extensively throughout the US, Canada, Europe and this is a rare chance to hear her over here
Kelly Joe Phelps has, over the course of eight CD’s and fifteen years of touring the world, established himself as a guitarist, singer, and songwriter with a singular vision and fearless purpose. His mix of folk, blues, and jazz has won him praise from the likes of Bill Frisell, Steve Earl, and Cameron Crowe.
James Hollingsworth at The Radway Inn, 1 Radway Place, Sidmouth, Devon. EX10 8PY
"James Hollingsworth’s main stage set on the Saturday afternoon of the festival ranged from what was grounded in the traditional – a voice buzzing in the ear, the familiar plucked guitar – to what seemed to border on the celestial, as both voice and a much effected, but delicately measured, acoustic guitar swept back and forth across the arena. James’ performance was captivating…truly so, as many followed him to the intimate surroundings of the Bar Stage later in the afternoon, where an equally diverse mixture of songs and styles was in evidence." - Abbey Mill Folk Festival, 2006
Bonny Sartin (of The Yetties) and Eddie Upton at The Monks Yard, Horton Cross, Ilminster. Somerset
Dorset bred Bonny has sung traditional West Country songs for 50 years both with the group and as a solo performer.
Eddie Upton. Long time champion of traditional song especially from the West Country but also from his native county of Sussex.
The concert starts at 7.30pm, there will be refreshments and a special raffle. Concert tickets cost £10 and are available from Minster Pharmacy, 15 Silver Street, Ilminster. Somerset TA19 0DH Tel: 01460 52712
The Curst Sons at The Seal, Hillfield Road, Selsey, West Sussex
"The Curst Sons unique take on American traditional music mixes Blues, Gospel and Old Time with a kick-ass stomp and a dose of wry humour."
Karine Polwart at Hailsham Pavilion, Hailsham, East Sussex
"The former lead singer with Malinky and member of the Battlefield Band is now recognised as one of Folk Music’s finest solo performers"
Winter Mountain at The Stables, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
"Hailing from the shores of Cornwall and Donegal, Winter Mountain blend melodic folk songs, heartfelt lyrics and two voices in a sound reminiscent of a time when the emphasis fell on the importance of live performance, the power of harmony and the essence of the song. The duo share songwriting duties, their individual styles, like their voices, juxtaposing yet beautifully complimenting the other, and have recently signed a record deal with Irish folk legend Cara Dillon's very own recording label Charcoal Records."
Blueflint Eastgate Arts Centre, Peebles, Scottish Borders
"Stories of heartbreak, revenge and plenty more drama besides pepper the lyrics of ace Edinburgh bluegrass banjo duo of Deborah Arnott and Clare-Louise Neilson...Their sublime delicate vocal harmonising adds a layer of achingly melancholy beauty to every song...their wonderful take on Americana could warm the coldest of hearts."
Steve Tilston at Milngavie Folk Club, Milngavie, East Dunbartonshire
“…that very rare combination of singer, songwriter and guitarist who
actually excels in all departments…” Froots
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Sunday 30th October 2011
Live Irish Jam Session at The Boogaloo, Highgate, North London from 5-11pm Free Entry
traditional Irish jam session, wood fire, candle lit pub and steaming bowls of Snack Queen chilli.
The Urban Folk Quartet at Cecil Sharp House, Camden, London
"Joe Broughton, Paloma Trigas, Frank Moon and Tom Chapman are The Urban Folk Quartet. Four highly accomplished musicians, a dozen instruments and four voices coming together to put on a high energy show of grooving, globally - influenced folk music that will take your breath away."
Rod Picott at Twickfolk, Twickenham, West London
"Growing up in a small mill town in Maine, Picott was exposed to a surprising mix of musical influences. Ray Charles, Patti Smith,The Clash all helped shape Rod's musical development. In 1994 he moved to Nashville where he quickly established himself as one of the better new writers in town and working alongside the likes of Alison Krauss and Gillian Welch. "Broke Down" was one of many songs he has co-written with his childhood friend Slaid Cleaves. Picott's debut release, 'Tiger Tom Dixon's Blues' received airplay from Bob Harris on the BBC, and Music Row Magazine called the debut, "the birth of a major, major artist". "
Open Mic Night at The Ailsa Tavern, 263 St. Margarets Rd, Twickenham, West London TW1 1NJ
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Monday 31st October 2011
Singing Workshop 'Ballads to Bellows' at The Grosvenor (Back Room), Sidney Road, Stockwell, South London SW9
6.45 for 7pm start. 1 hour. £5/4. Open level. All welcome
From sea shanties to ballads and mouth music, we will look at and learn songs from the rich musical traditions of the British Isles and beyond, together as a group.
Friendly informal atmosphere.
enquiries to: 07786012879 or balladstobellows@gmail.com