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BATTLE OF THE BANDS Battle of The Bands; The Midnight Getaway + Suilven + Traffic Wire + Life in Colour + One Stop Railway + Asios Eyes + Elephantstopper + Espada Live Lounge at Utopia, Bradford, Sunday July 29th, 12.00 Miday. £5 otd £3.50 in advance Tickets>

Sunday 29th July, Utopia Bradford. That was the skirmish now for the battle!!!

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Battle of the Bands competition, Sunday July 29th - to be held at Live Lounge at Utopia, Bradford's new 700 capacity live music venue!, Prizes for winning band will be a featured slot on Yorkshire Gig Guide Leeds Underground Stage and recording time at Factory Street Studios. 14+ with adult. Tickets £3.50 in advance £5 on the door- TicketsCongratulations to all the bands below who following the public on line vote are through to the final in the Yorkshire Gig Guide Battle of the Bands. A close run first round, commiserations to all the bands who didn't make it. The final will consist of a combination of audience vote (20%) and four judges (80%). each band will play three songs. 12, noon- Get down and support eight fabulous bands , this will be a thrilling afternoon of music-

The Midnight Getaway- Our current line up came together in June 2012, after acquiring Alex Barrett as a second guitarist. He joined Faye Chambers, Darrell Green and Cameron Corns to become 'The Midnight Getaway'. Since then we have started writing and recording songs for our Debut EP, which will hopefully be released by the end of this summer. http://www.facebook.com/Midnight Getaway/info "Suilven could be the long lost cousin of Jeff Buckley if he'd spent a troubled youth listening to Soundgarden and Pearl Jam. Brooding guitars give way to swelling, heart wrenching choruses with an electronic edge that leave you with an intangible sense of yearning." S. Scorer, The Beat Magazine. Hailing from four corners of the musical spectrum the band came together over the love of writing original music and playing live. These initial ideas went towards a recording session with Huddersfields Kerry Hughes, giving way to a debut E.P. The band are now looking to work hard to play gigs and reach new fans. Since the release of the E.P. the band have won battle of the bands competitions (most notably Proud Camden's 'Showdown'), travelled the country playing live and written extensively in preparation for more releases.http://www.facebook.com/ suilven.music Traffic WireUnlike many young musicians Traffic Wire don't follow the current trends. Their blend of progressive rock and melodic pop has won them many admirers and their reputation continues to grow. Traffic Wire are a young band who write and perform their own songs as well as occasionally performing covers in their own style. They have played a wide variety of gigs including several festivals and have gained immense experience for such a young band.They also perform their own work acoustically !! Traffic Wire were one of the 12 finalists in the Centre Stage competition at the O2 Academy in Leeds competing for the chance to play at Leeds and Reading festivals

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2011 and again in 2012.Last year they opened the highly regarded Limetree Festival in North Yorkshire receiving great reviews and have been invited back once again. They play on the main stage at the Cultureshock Festival in Harrogate this summer. Life in Colour- Indie math band from Leeds. Started in August 2011 been writing own material since and are now playing gigs all over Leeds. One Stop RailwayFacebook Formed in 2010, we wanna play music and have fun, and we're bringing you with us. Bex Vig "the real revalation was four-person band One Stop Railway, who stole the show with potential hits like Mr Hyde and Sparking. Their smooth sound is happy medium enough to appeal to a multitude of musical tastes, and they had crowds both dancing and laughing with catchy original tunes and on-stage banter"http://www.facebook.com/one stoprailway

subtle entwining and haunting Joe Cotton "The night was kicked off harmonies with a strong backbeat. by ‘One Stop Railway’, a new band They are currently in the process of from Huddersfield and first-timers to recording their debut E.P and have Hebden Bridge. Wearing Santa hats, become a regular feature of music they covered popular favourites like scenes in York, Doncaster, Hull and Bloc Party’s ‘Banquet’ and Arctic the surrounding areas in the North of Monkey’s ‘I bet that you’d look good Yorkshire. on the dance floor’. A very energetic With influences ranging from band , their set...See More Radiohead to Warpaint, Bonobo to Formed in late 2010, One Stop Grizzly Bear, Asios Eyes have Railway is a young band from certainly found their groove with which Huddersfield making Indie and Rock they are still experimenting. music. In the words of Lee White Asio’s Eyes are Sam Howarth from Croon.co.uk they play (Vocals), Joel Whitaker "ambitious and emotive indie rock", (Guitar/Vocals), Tom Gabbatiss using " intriguing instrumental (Bass/Vocals) and Callum Topham passages and unexpected (Drums). structures". One Stop Railway are an Indie band with an edge, who Elephantstopper want nothing more than to perform -Tony O'Keeffe live and share their music. With formed the band passionate live performances and Elephantstopper catchy indie/rock tunes "it's certain when he spotted that One Stop Railway are on the Des Evlis right tracks." standing on Asios EyesPiccadilly train station in Manchester Initially carrying a copy of 'Wizard Of The performing and Strings' by Roy Smeck. O'Keeffe recording as a achieved brief notoriety in the early melancholy eighties as a fat Lena Zavaroni and impersonator and Des Evlis is still the atmospheric only man to have fallen from the acoustic duo, Asios Eyes have veiwing platform up Blackpool Tower developed over the course of the last and lived. Tombstone Lloyd was a 5 months into a 4-piece group rescue bassist and has tunnelled specializing in music sprinkled with

extensively beneath his house unbeknown to his neighbours. Espada, spanish word from a japanese anime, need i say anymore? rock jazz blues metal fused with soul punk and deathcore, occasionally. Music for the people, by the people The winning band will spend time with Alex Eden, experienced sound engineer focusing on producing a quality professional recording of their music. Also a spot on Yorkshire Gig Guide Underground stage 18th August at The New conservatory in the centre of Leeds. Head line act Thomas Hingley ex Front-man of cult band Inspiral Carpets. Wining band will also play Yorkshire Gig Guide Limetree Festival stage 2013. Runner up will also win recording tine. 12, noon- Get down and support eight fabulous bands , this will be a thrilling afternoon of music14+ with adults Tickets £3.50 in advance £5 on the door-

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PROTEIN DANCE BRINGS (IN)VISIBLE DANCING TO FRENCHGATE SHOPPING CENTRE, DONCASTER London-based dance company, Protein, is to bring nine days of (In)visible Dancing to Doncaster’s Frenchgate shopping centre, from Friday 25 May to Saturday 2 June. The project, part of Big Dance Yorkshire, led by Yorkshire Dance, sees six dancers from Protein working with four local dancers to create a piece of work which will happen twice every day (except Friday 1 June) in the shopping centre, at 1pm and 4pm. The piece will begin as a small event and grow in size each day, culminating in a grand finale performance with around 50 local participants, taking place at 3pm on Saturday 2 June. The project has been enabled by support from Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council. Directed by Protein’s Artistic Director, Luca Silvestrini, (In)visible dancing will grow in the nine days from subtle, incidental movements into a fully-fledged dance performance that engages with the architecture of each location and the behaviour of the passers-by. Protein dance works regularly with local participants and is driven by a desire to approach is a desire to connect theatrical experience with the life stories of participants - amateur or professional - and audiences. The result is

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Big Dance Yorkshire> work of humour, pathos and invention which reflects the integrity and absurdity of its ingredients. On the project, Luca Silvestrini says: “I’m really looking forward to working in the Frenchgate in Doncaster; although we have performed in Sheffield before, this will be our first time in Doncaster. I love working on this gratifying example of street theatre, where people of all ages and walks of life can discover, meet and experience dance in the heart of their city centre. (In)visible Dancing develops my on-going interest in finding new ways of engaging and connecting with audiences, especially those who are less exposed or familiar to dance. They can even take part in our Finale by learning an ending, celebratory routine.” Debbie Painter, Mall/Promotions Administator at Frenchgate Shopping Centre says: “Doncaster is really excited to welcome Protein to our town for the first time –

we’re hoping that the project will surprise and delight shoppers as they walk through Frenchgate, witnessing something out of the ordinary. This project also kicks off a wide range of Big Dance projects in Doncaster between now and Big Dance week in July, so people of Doncaster watch this space!” PROTEIN won this year’s Best Independent Company in the National Critics’ Circle Dance Awards and have spent much of 2011 and 2012 touring their hugely successful production, ‘LOL (lots of love)’ here and abroad. (In)visible Dancing premiered on the streets of Birmingham at IDFB 2010 to great acclaim; this summer the intrepid company will work with local performers at three UK arts festivals to create unique events at shopping centres in Doncaster, Kingston upon Thames and Southend. Doncaster-based companies who

will take part in this summer’s event include Street Vibe, Brunet Mascareno, Cre8tive Dance Academy. Big Dance Yorkshire kicked off last week with a world record attempt by over 200 Yorkshire schools. The Big Dance Trail includes all events from now until Big Dance Week, from 7 – 15 July. Big Dance Yorkshire is led by Yorkshire Dance with around 30 hub partners from across the region, including Northern School of Contemporary Dance, Northern Ballet, Phoenix Dance Theatre and West Yorkshire Playhouse, as well as Leeds, Bradford, Sheffield, Hull, Kirklees, Rotherham and Doncaster City Councils. The programme takes place between 18 May and 15 July, with the festival culminating in Big Dance Week, from 7 - 15 July. Big Dance Yorkshire is supported by Arts Council England.

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In Richmond - February / March Britain's most complete Georgian playhouse, invites you to explore the theatre, its history and what's on offer. There is something for everyone: professional productions to suit every taste including music, comedy, drama, pantomime and dance; workshops and youth theatre classes, free events in the first floor bar on Mondays, and much more.

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Mercury Friday 1st April Time: 7.30pm Tickets:£10-£18 When Mercury started out as a Queen Tribute band their ambition was to capture the true emotion, atmosphere and sheer power that Queen generated in live performances. Twelve years on and Mercury are a success with Queen fans young and old worldwide. With a huge array of hits, Mercury perform superbly crafted pieces of work, with multi-tracked harmonies and guitar work across the UK to great acclaim. Queen have a huge catalogue of hits and Mercury bring them to life with foot tapping renditions of Bohemian Rhapsody, Don’t Stop Me Now and Fat Bottomed Girls as well as some of the more unusual tracks such as the Acoustic Flavoured '39' and 'Love of my life'. Mercury have travelled the world with their act, and they have built up their own fanbase. This promises to be an evening of high quality, live entertainment and it is not to be missed! www.johnny7.co.uk Jellymould Jazz

Home of the Brave in Cowboys and Improvisations Friday 15th April Time: 7.30pm

Tickets: £7-£16 Ever wondered what would happen if you mixed the history of the great western cowboy soundtracks with the story of jazz? From High Noon to The Big Country, How the West Was Won to Champion the Wonder Horse, Home of the Brave takes these famous melodies down a hot dusty road and brushes them off with a healthy mix of jazz, blues and free improvisation. This fourpiece band pays tribute to the finest cinematic music the world has ever heard. Blending elements of film speech and music this promises to be an evening that enchants audiences of all ages and sends them home believing they are all cowboys and cowgirls. Come and find out how the West was swung by this wild bunch of musical desperados.

Mambo Jambo Thursday 28th April Time: 7.30pm

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Desperado are a six piece ensemble of accomplished musicians from around the UK. The sum of these parts creates a truly superb homage to the originals, such that you could just believe you are standing on that street corner in Winslow Tickets: £7-£16 Arizona, or on that dark desert Acoustic roots duo, Mambo highway. Jambo, will take you on an The show includes all the classics, intriguing and joyous musical featuring unsurpassable sweet journey mixing up hot sounds vocal harmonies layered over note perfect guitar breaks, licks, from around the world. slides, and solos. Furthermore, Gathering inspiration from the boys usually dip into the solo Cuba, Brazil, Africa and the Caribbean, Mambo Jambo will careers of Henley & Walsh, adding beautifully to the total go down a storm due to the experience. sheer enthusiasm and wonderful musicianship that Theatre Fundraiser they bring to the stage. Between the two of them they carry with them more instruments than the average orchestra! These two intrepid musical explorers and multiinstrumentalists have played as far afield as Havana, Borneo and Brazil, as well as well as making a name for themselves at festivals and acoustic venues nationally. www.mambojambo.org JOHNNY 7 PRODUCTIONS presents Desperardo Sunday 8th May Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £10-£18 The music of the Eagles is simply timeless, it appeals to audiences of every age, bringing back memories and touching the hearts and souls of each new generation. Their music gives testament to the longevity of their unique feel good effect.

Musicality Saturday 14th May Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £6.50-£12

Richmond based Musicality have developed a popular following with their mixture of classical music, British and American Folk songs, mixed in with some modern popular classics and songs from the musicals! There eclectic repertoire features great composers such as Gershwin A guaranteed fabulous evening of music and song with the ladies harmony group, Musicality and musician Ian Cobb and his brass quintet.

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THE PAPER BIRDS are performing in the region as part of their National Tour of

‘OTHERS’ Based on a six-month exchange of letters and emails with a prisoner, a celebrity and an Iranian artist,The Paper Birds offer a visual and political exploration into women as ‘Other’ and ‘Other’ women. Paper, pens and envelopes offer peepholes into strangersʼ worlds; where secrets, self portraits and confessions are shared through a series of armchair interrogations. Deconstructing the stories and voices of women from East and West, from different sides of the television screen and different sides of the law, The Paper Birds attempt to represent three absent women through verbatim text, live music and movement, questioning if it is possible to better understand ‘Other’ women or indeed ourselves... ‘Others’ has been created working alongside Wendy Houstoun (DV8, Forced Entertainment), funded by the Arts Council England and supported by The Junction, Cambridge; The Theatre Royal Bath, Ustinov Studio Theatre; Camden People's Theatre; Sheffield Theatres and The Showroom Theatre, Chichester.

‘OTHERS’ PRESS “Just when you thought that verbatim theatre was a thing of the last decade, here comes a piece that takes the form a bit further.....an intriguing, insightful and instinctively well shaped piece that will send you away both entertained and provoked.” The Stage “The Paper Birds continue to be physically ingenious, freshfaced, thoughtful and funny. Their focus on women’s lives is self-deprecating, original and topical.” Total Theatre “The Leeds based Paper Birds company are a remarkable bunch....this year they return with Others an exciting look at the huge differences in experience that may – or may not – create barriers to real female solidarity. Others is a memorably complex and interesting experience; and completely, forcefully female, from start to finish.” The Scotsman **** The List **** The British Theatre Guide **** Fringe Review **** Big on Glasgow **** Broadway Baby ****

Studio 18, The West Park Centre, Spen Lane, Leeds, LS16 5BE 0113 275 9271 / 07790 599191 www.thepaperbirds.com /

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* SCOTSMAN’S FRINGE FIRST AWARD WINNERS 2008 * FRINGE REVIEW AWARD WINNERS 2008 * THE BEST OF THE PRAGUE FRINGE WINNERS 2009 * SHORTLISTED FOR TOTAL THEATRE ‘BEST YOUNG COMPANY’ AWARD * SHORTLISTED FOR STAGE AWARD ‘BEST ENSEMBLE’ AWARD * SHORTLISTED FOR AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL ‘FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION AWARD.’

OTHERS -TOUR DATES 2011 1st March 2011 : Lincoln Drill Hall. 2nd March 2011 : Carriageworks, Leeds. 3rd March 2011 : Carriageworks, Leeds. 4th March 2011 : Bedford Theatre. 5th March 2011 : Parabola Arts Centre, Cheltenham.

9th March 2011 : Ashcroft Arts Centre, Hampshire. 10th March 2011 : Redbridge Drama Centre, London. 11th March 2011 : West End Centre, Aldershot. 16th March 2011 : Uppingham Theatre, Rutland. 17th March 2011: The Showroom Chichester. 18th March 2011: Winchester University. 24th March 2011 : Bath Theatre Royal. 25th March 2011: Bath Theatre Royal. 26th March 2011 : Brewhouse Theatre, Taunton. 28th March 2011: Oxford Playhouse. 30th March 2011 : Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough.

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AN EXCITING AUTUMN SEASON ANNOUNCED AT THEATRE ROYAL WAKEFIELD Theatre Royal Wakefield have announced their lineup for the 2011 Autumn season which features a diverse mix of Musical Theatre, Comedy and Drama.

Mick Martin’s new play Broken Time makes its world premiere from 21 to 25 September. Having garnered critical acclaim by producing the Rastamouse series for television, Three Stones Media now turns it’s attentions to this tale of power, money and the birth of Rugby League.

The season kicks off on 1 September with Wakefield Youth Music Theatre’s production of Les Miserables. This talented young company have produced a number of critically acclaimed shows in the past including Boogie Nights, High School Musical, Footloose and West Side Story.

There’s more drama from Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds from 6 to 8 October with Dick Turpin’s Last Ride, a musical play Daniel O’Brien which tells the tale of the most famous highwayman of them all.

Comedy is plentiful this season with top comedians such as Rory Bremner, Paddy McGuinness, Stephen K Amos and Omid Djalili heading the bill.

The John Godber Company and Theatre Royal Wakefield present The Debt Collectors from 18 to 22 October as part of an extensive UK tour. This new play by the nation’s favourite playwright, John Godber, mixes money and love with the love of money as two out of work actors fall into the world of debt recovery.

to 20 October. This new show, Peppa Pig’s Treasure Hunt, follows the sell out success of last year’s Peppa Pig’s Party. In true festive style,

The Nutcracker is set to entertain families on 29 October whilst Wakefield’s very This season boasts a range of shows own Pantomime, aimed at family audiences with Peppa Aladdin opens on 1 December and Pig making a welcome return from 19 runs until 31 December with around 60 performances to choose from.

To find out more about the shows in the Autumn Season or book Tickets call the box office on 01924 211311 or book online at www.theatreroyalwakefiel d.co.uk

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Bugsy Malone - Stage Door Youth Starts: 2pm Theatre style Theatre Thursday 17 – Saturday 19 March

Tickets: £5 (students up to yr 13 free)

This slapstick musical comedy follows the rivalry between two half-witted street gangs.

Colne Orchestra

Hilarity ensues when a washed-up, wellintentioned, one-time boxer steps in to take control of Fat Sam's gang and give Dandy Dan and his boys what they've got coming.

Colne Orchestra’s Spring concert promises to bring a little retro-glamour to the Muni, with guests for another night of classic Motown and musicians taking it back to the 1940's to get Northern Soul tracks. you 'In The Mood'. This is a night of non-stop dancing to such You will hear orchestral favourites from or connected to the 1940's and classics like the legendary greats as The Temptations, Four Tops, Martha Reeves, Marvin Gaye, Edwin Starr, Dam Busters March by Coates and Nimrod. Smokey Robinson and Junior Walker. Also performing will be a very popular local Many of the dancers still do the spins and big band and The Swing City Big Band, who backdrops and with the Muni boasting one of the will be entertaining you with some great Big finest dance floors in East Lancashire, it seems Band classics and Glen Miller favourites. the perfect place to practice. Doors: 6.45pm So get out your flares and dancing shoes and join Starts: 7.30pm the ever-growing band of ‘soulies’ at the Muni! Theatre style Doors: 7.15pm Tickets: Adults £8, Under 16s £1 Starts: 8pm

In this film noir spoof, the message is one of good, clean fun; the characters are wonderful cartoon cut-outs and the weapons of choice are whipped cream “splurge” guns, flour bombs and custard pies! Stage Door promises a night of fun-filled entertainment with a show that’s suitable for all the family. Doors: 6.45pm Starts: 7:30 pm Theatre style Tickets: Adult £7 Concession £5 Family £20

Tommy Docherty – On The Ball! Friday 25 March

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Manchester Camerata – American Sounds

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The Magic of Motown

Scottish football legend and King of one-liners, Tommy Docherty, comes to the Muni Theatre with his one-man show.

Stravinsky Oaks

Dumbarton

He brings you all the funny stories, behind-thescene anecdotes and highlights from his fantastic footballing career, including two World Cups as Manager of Scotland, taking Chelsea into the First Division in 1963, Manchester United in 1974 and numerous Cup Final and League Cup wins.

Schubert arr. Tabakova Sonata

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Sixteen dazzling costume changes, 36 golden hits and a brilliant live band collectively captures that original Detroit sound, celebrating 50 years of number one hits. You’ll be dancing in the streets and dancing on the ceiling. So, get ready… here it comes… The Magic of Motown - signed, sealed, delivered - it’s yours. Doors: 7pm

Starts: 8pm Talking point: Take this free opportunity to Cabaret style enjoy a relaxed discussion with the musicians Tickets: Advance £16.50, Door £18.50 at 6.30pm in the Muni.

Prominent young musicians and dancers from Doors: 6pm Pendle will perform with the choir an array of songs ranging from choral classics to modern pop Pre-concert talk: 6.30pm hits. Concert starts: 7.30pm The choir comes to the Muni after performing at Theatre style St Mark’s Basilica in Venice last year and in 2011 Tickets: Adults £16.00 concessions £13.50 they will travel to Barcelona and appear at the (concessions) / £2 (under 18s) world famous Monastery Cathedral on Soul Night Montserrat, Catalonia. This show will help them to raise money for the Friday 29 April forthcoming trip. Local Kings of Soul, DJs Roman and Ginger Taylor, will be joined by some top-class Doors: 1.15pm

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This smash hit American show authentically recreates the harmonies, slick moves, stylish looks and legendary musicianship that were the making of Motown.

A super-talented cast, fresh from sell-out shows Appalachian in London’s O2 Arena, performs hits from The Supremes, Temptations, Four Tops, Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Mary Wells, Martha Reeves, Lionel Richie and scores more.

“It had ‘em rolling in the aisles. Ninety minutes of Nicholas Collon conductor Tommy on stage can seriously damage your Thomas Gould violin funny bones!” Daily Express This dynamic programme features Doors: 6.45pm Stravinsky’s tongue-in-cheek chamber Starts: 7.30pm concerto Dumbarton Oaks, and music by two thoroughly American voices, John Adams and Theatre Style Aaron Copland. Tickets: £16.00 (£18.00 on the door) You’ll also get to hear a rare performance of Pendle Youth Choir – Teenage Schubert’s Arpeggione Sonata - with this Talent 2011 evening’s arrangement for violin performed by Thomas Gould, one of the leading British Sunday 27 March Pendle Youth Choir returns to the Muni, this time violinists of the younger generation. showcasing some truly extraordinary young talent.

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The Muni Albert Colne, Theatre NewsTheatre, Music News Festival NewsRoad, Gig Listings Theatre Listings Box Office: 01282 661234 Moscow Ballet - La Classique brings the enchanting tale of ‘The Nutcracker’ to the Muni in Colne, in a first for the local theatre. Home

Wednesday, 13th October. Moscow Ballet – La Classique, founded in 1990, has thrilled ballet lovers throughout the world for the past fifteen years, with tours in Egypt, Morocco, France, Spain, Italy, Austria, China, Japan, Australia, Israel and many more. ‘The Nutcracker’ is a classical ballet in two acts and set to music by Tchaikovsky. It is widely regarded the jewels in classical represents one of timeless tales of dreams, where toys

as one of ballet and the true childhood come to

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life, mice are the villains and all things are possible in a magical kingdom beyond imagination. World-renowned soloists Nadejda Ivanova, Ekaterina Shalyapina, Dimitri Smirnovand and Andrey Shalin lead this fabulous Moscow Ballet Production, under the direction of Elik Melikov. The Nutcracker constantly features in the repertoire of the world’s

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leading ballet companies, and wears its age with pride and a smile. This is a hugely enjoyable dancespectacular and is perfect for ballet lovers of all ages. Is the dream for real…..or is it just a fairytale? This delightful production captures the imagination with the passion, humour and magic of the ballet. Tickets cost £22.50, £20.00 for concessions and £15.00 for children aged fifteen and under. There will also be a workshop, where you can come and watch the dancers warm up for FREE, between 5.00pm and 6.00pm.

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A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one of By William Shakespeare Directed by Chris Monks Shakespeare’s most popular works and was the first play 4 June – 31 July Shakespeare’s classic tale that director Chris Monks ever saw performed by a of love and magic, A professional company. He Midsummer Night’s says “it has everything – Dream opens at the Stephen Joseph Theatre, comedy, music, wonderful characters and it’s about Scarborough “The course of true love love”. This production leaves never did run smooth” Shakespeare’s exquisite Four lovers lose language intact and offers a themselves in a parallel world of enchantment and visually delightful show for all the family. mischief, dominated by fairies, sprites and Tickets cost between £9 hobgoblins. and £20 with student Caught in the crossfire tickets just £7 and can between the quarrelling be booked by calling King and Queen of the the Box Office on 01723 Fairies, the dazed lovers 370541 or online at and a motley crew of bumbling players fall prey to trickery and illusion.

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And now with New Restaurant open and under new management. HQ Hospitality, one of the UK’s largest theatre operators. The Restaurant will be offering a

pre-matinee lunch menu and preshow dinner menu which will be themed to match the shows playing at the theatre. The latest one is themed to A Midsummer Night’s Dream and includes garden ‘Peas Blossom’ soup, a ‘Theseus’ burger and ‘Hobgoblin’ beef bourguignon. Both the Manager Robert Lazenby and the Chef Dan Hargreaves are passionate about using the freshest local ingredients, such as all meat coming from Gibson’s of South Cliff and fruit and vegetables from Fruit from All Seasons at the market.

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We’ve got some great programming coming up this May at Seven. Start you’re week with Screen Seven on a Monday night with an evening film. Keep an eye for our updates, as you don’t want to miss out on something special… Reserve tickets for events by emailing info@sevenleeds.co.uk or calling (0113) 2626777

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gang, living in Tapachula, Chiapas,

Sat 19th 7.30pm Tickets £10

Mexico. He introduces a young

Haydn's Cello concerto in C

boy into his gang, who is given the

played by Miriam Roycroft and

nickname Smiley after a violent

Haydn's Symphony No 101 " the

initiation. Casper is also

Clock". Eno Koco will be our

romantically involved with a girl,

conductor.

Martha Marlen. Fearing for the girl's

The Cello Concerto is the one only discovered in 1962. It is a brilliant and exciting work and formidably difficult for the cello. Miriam Roycroft has been teaching in Leeds and played in the Orchestra of Opera North. She has performed all over the world. The Symphony No 101 was given the title "The Clock " in the 19th century because of the ticking accompaniment in the slow movement. The exuberant outer movements are a real challenge for the orchestra.

safety, he keeps the relationship a secret from his gang. His double life causes his gang to doubt his loyalty and his girlfriend his fidelity. When Martha follows Casper to a gathering of his gang, the gang leader, Lil Mago, escorts her out,

Mik Artistik of the ever changing world we live

love with his superior - both of which

in, be tolerant and develop a

still haunt him decades later.

greater confidence in using

The film's subject is the obsessive

dialogue to celebrate uniqueness

pursuit of a brutal murder long after its

and our similarities.

significance has faded into the past.

Mik Artistik’s Ego Trip

The crime is the rape and murder of a

Saturday 26/02/2011 8.30 pm Tickets : £8 /£6 conc

pretty schoolteacher recently married

We are delighted to welcome back to Seven the surreal

1974 when the country was on the

despite Casper's misgivings. Mago punk, funk, catholic, eclectic attempts to rape Martha and accidentally kills her.

SAA-UK – Zubaan Friday 25 7.30pm Tickets : £8 / £4 / £25 Group of 4 / £20 Family (2 adults + up to 3 under-16’s). 7pm doors. Languages are the most powerful instruments of preserving and

to a young bank clerk in Argentina in brink of its dirty war and dictatorship. The case is investigated by a

comedy phenomenon that is Mik Artistik.

relatively junior policeman, the

Part comedian, singer, painter and performance artist, Mik first trod the boards back in 1994 and formed his band, Mik Artistik's Ego Trip, some 10 years later. Marvel at Mik's poetic leaps. He is 'unpredictable, unnerving and with a tendency to incorporate his audience. Impossible to ignore.

Benjamín Espósito, who 25 years

early draft of his book.

handsome, bearded, working-class later, having married, divorced and retired from the police, is trying to exorcise his memories by writing a novel based on the crime. He visits his former superior, the beautiful, upper-class lawyer Irene

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developing our tangible and

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we can develop fuller awareness of

Honduran teenager Sayra

cultural traditions, cultural diversity

reunites with her father, an

and multilingualism.

opportunity for her to potentially

Poulomi Chakraborty, will be

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realize her dream of a life in the

presenting an evening of

Monday 28 8pm Tickets £5 Foreign Language Film at the 82nd

U.S. Moving to Mexico is the first

Willy, nicknamed El Casper, is a

Academy Awards, making Argentina beautiful song in various languages A retired legal counselllor writes a the first country in Latin America to of South Asia to explore these novel hoping to find closure for one win it twice (having already won for ideas. With the added element of of his past unresolved homicide The Official Story in 1985). music, we hope each generation is cases and for his unreciprocated

member of the Mara Salvatrucha

inspired to have an understanding

step in a fateful journey of unexpected events.

intangible heritage, through which

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Menéndez Hastings (Soledad Villamil), now married with children and occupying a senior judicial post, to discuss the affair and show her an

The film won the Oscar for Best

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Barbershopera: Apocalypse No! By Rob Castell and Tom Sadler In Collaboration With and Directed By Sarah Tipple

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Barbershopera: Apocalypse No! By Rob Castell and Tom Sadler In collaboration with and directed by Sarah Tipple Following a Musical Theatre Matters (MTM) Award winning fringe premiere, a West End season and a Radio 4 adaptation of their first show, Barbershopera tour their all‐new production for the first time. Barbershop’s funniest quartet continue to prove the genre’s versatility and scope as they present their third a cappella comedy musical – and this time they’re going apocalyptic. God summons four dastardly horsemen to unleash total destruction on the world, but unfortunately Beth

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Saturday 16 April 7.30 pm: Carriageworks, Leeds Tickets and information: 0113 224 3801 carriageworkstheatre turns up instead of Death. Cue mistaken identity, four‐part harmony and at least one hobby‐horse. ‘Sharply funny one liners and flawless a cappella singing’. Scotsman Barbershopera! received rave reviews at Edinburgh Fringe in 2008 and was awarded both Best New Musical and Best Lyrics accolades at the Musical Theatre Matters Awards. The show has since toured nationally and played a London season at Theatre 503. A special version of the show was broadcast on BBC Radio 4 as the Afternoon Play earlier this year and repeated in Pick Of The Week. A festive edition of the show will be revived again this Christmas at The Drum, Plymouth. The company’s second show, subtitled In The Mane of The Father, won the award for Best Lyrics at the Musical Theatre Matters Awards at Edinburgh in 2009 and has since played in the West End at Trafalgar Studios, has played an extensive UK tour and been invited to a musical festival in Korea. Barbershopera: Apocalypse No! was nominated for three MTM Awards and won two for Best New

Book and, for a third consecutive year, Best New Lyrics. The show plays a West End season in January before touring nationally for the first time. ' Fun and frolics in faultless four part harmony is frankly irresistible.' Whatsonstage **** Apocalypse No! brought to you by the same brilliant team who made The Barber of Shavingham: writers Rob Castell and Tom Sadler together with collaborator and director Sarah Tipple, with performers William Kenning, Lara Stubbs and Pete Sorel Cameron completing the quartet onstage. Director Sarah Tipple's other recent work includes Bay and the parallel production of Annie Get Your Gun (both Young Vic); Associate Direction on Dirty Dancing in the West End, the award‐winning Mad Funny Just (Theatre 503); and The Wrong Man (Pleasance and tour). ‘A superb show full of dazzling vocals, astute acting and wonderfully droll humour.' The List

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11 - 26 February 2011

To Kill a Mockingbird This February York Theatre Royal and the Touring Consortium Theatre Company present Harper Lee’s classic, To Kill A Mockingbird (11 – 26 Feb). Duncan Preston takes on the role of Atticus Finch in this dramatic story of racial and political tensions. This gripping stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize winning novel has a cast of 20 talented actors. Heading up the cast is Duncan Preston who returns to the role of iconic lawyer Atticus Finch, after his critically acclaimed performance in 2007. Duncan is best known for his recent appearance in as well as the hugely popular TV series . Many other familiar faces return in this epic production to York’s main stage; Rob Pickavance ( Robin Simpson ( ), Andy Hockley and Matt Rixon ( , Tina Gray and Clare Corbett ( ) and Jacqueline Wood ( ). Set in America’s Deep South during the 1930s depression, To Kill A Mockingbird shows Jem and Scout Finch’s idyllic childhood innocence shattered when they realise that bigotry and prejudice rule in their small town in Alabama. When their father Atticus defends a young black man falsely accused of raping a white woman, the whole family become the target of gossip and abuse.

Now in its 50th year of publication, this most beloved story of racial tensions is still as relevant as ever. The questions raised and social conventions challenged can still be addressed in modern society. Don’t miss your chance to see this classic stage show when it premieres right here in York. Tickets are on sale through our Box Office on 01904 623568 or online at www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk. After opening at York Theatre Royal, this epic production will then go on a national tour of the UK. For a full tour schedule visit www.touringconsortium.com.

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Fancy being part of the Pantomime? York Theatre Royal is looking for talented young performers to take part in this years fabulously original pantomime, The York Family Robinson. If you’re a super singer or a marvellous mover then maybe you can audition for York Theatre Royal’s world famous pantomime? All you need to be is less than 5’0” tall and aged between 8 and 11 years old. It would be great if you had some acting/singing/ dancing experience too. If you match all of that and you are full of energy and enthusiasm you could be on the stage with Berwick Kaler and his cast of York panto legends. Rehearsals will take place during the end of November; mostly evenings and weekends and there will be

two teams of young people who will alternate performances. There are 69 performances between Thu 15 Dec 2011 and Sat 4 Feb 2012. There will be some midweek matinee performances during term time. There will be no performances on Sunday 25 Dec. If you would like to join the cast and feel that you and your family can make a strong commitment to the pantomime, do come along and audition. Auditions will take place at York Theatre Royal’s new De Grey Rooms on

held from 4pm till 5pm. Registration for surnames LZ will be at 5.30pm with the auditions being held between 6pm-7pm. Please note: You will need to bring a passport sized Saturday 1 October 2011 photograph of yourself and please wear clothes you can Just come along to the De run and dance in, soft Grey building (next door to shoes, plimsolls or trainers the Theatre) and register in are ideal. During the Workshop 2. Auditions will audition you will be asked to then be held in the Ballroom. dance and sing in a group, Registration for surnames A- and you may be asked to K will take place from sight read from a script, but 3.30pm; with auditions being no preparation is required.

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There is no need to contact the theatre about the auditions in advance – just turn up at the De Grey building. We will also have trained chaperones on the day so you can drop your children off and collect them after their audition if you wish. For your tickets to The York Family Robinson call our Box Office on 01904 623568, or book online 24hrs a day at yorktheatreroyal.co.uk.

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David Harrower’s Blackbird 20th Oct - 12th Nov This October York Theatre Royal and Pilot Theatre Company present Blackbird, David Harrower’s awarding winning play, in York’s intimate and atmospheric Studio theatre. Directed by Katie Posner (Parlour Song, Romeo & Juliet, The Fever Chart), Blackbird is an unflinching portrait of two people trying to make sense of their difficult past. It was the winner of the 2007 Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Play. He was 40. She was 12. It wasn’t right, but despite what they said he was never ‘one of those’. Ray has done his time. Now, 15 years later he just wants to get on with his life. But today she has come and found him again. Performed by George Costigan (Emmerdale, Coronation Street, Rita, Sue and Bob Too) as Ray and Charlie Covell (Inbetweeners, Whitechapel) as Una, the play is uncomfortable, tragic and filled with tension, as these two lost souls find themselves thrown together

again after 15 years. Join them in the staff room of Ray’s workplace as the audience are invited to form their own opinions on a subject that Harrower deals with in a balanced and nonjudgemental way. “Neither condoning nor condemning, Harrower has produced a fine, thought-provoking piece on a taboo subject.” The Independent (original production) This play demands everything from its cast, with strong writing and a subject matter that will have an impact on everyone who sees it. Performed in York Theatre Royal’s Studio Theatre this drama is an unmissable part of the theatre’s Ensemble Season. To book your tickets call Box Office on 01904 623568 or online at www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk. There will also be an after show discussion with the cast and director on Wed 9 Nov which is a great chance for audiences to debate the issues raised in this thought provoking play.

Lstings Information: Cast: George Costigan as Ray, Charlie Covell as Una Produced by Pilot Theatre and York Theatre Royal Directed by Katie Posner Written by David Harrower Designed by Lydia Denno Dates: Thu 20 Oct – Sat 12 Nov Times: 7.45pm with 2p, (sat), 2.30pm (Thu) matinees Location: Studio Tickets: £12, £7 students, u25s, £10 concs. After show discussion: Wed 9 Nov

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Book on line @ www.themarttheatre.org.uk or call the Box Office on (01756) 708011 Idol the winners are being showcased at this event. Emergency the October workshop Mon 25th- Fri 29th October 1pm-5pm each day Tickets £60 per child or £100 for two siblings for the week or one day tickets for £15 per day. Skipton Rocks on; Fri 15th Oct Angel Performing Arts and The Mart @7.30 Tickets Â£12 Advance, Â£14 Theatre present their second on the door. Emergency workshop teaching the art The Mart Theatre with Johnny 7 of stage make up. The workshop productions present Heat Seeker the offers students the opportunity to create great AC/DC tribute band. a stage performance based on a hospital waiting room to be performed The Mart Theatre is pleased to have at the theatre on the 20th of November with us. The Rat Pack on: 22nd of 2010. October @ 7.30pm Tickets Â£18 advance, Â£20 on the door. The Kosh theatre company at the Mart for the first time and will be Wayne Kennedy Masters Entertainment Corporation Ltd brings presenting The Storeroom on Fri 29th wonderful memories of Frank Sinatra, Oct @ 7.30pm Tickets £7.50 Advance Dean Martin & Sammy Davis delivered £5 Advance concs & £8.50 on the door Suitable for ages 12 and above. in true Vegas style. HML and The Mart Theatre present A potent cocktail of Glamour, Murder Band Idol on Saturday 23rd of October and Intrigue the must see show of the year. at 7.30pm Tickets £10, £7 Concs all proceeds from this event goes to local schools to develop art skills. For more www.themarttheatre.org.uk details contact: Claire Burke on (01756) 776742 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm only Bands from all styles and genres were invited to compete to be Cravens Band

Events up and coming at The Mart Theatre this October.

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MULTI AWARD-WINNING LEGALLY BLONDE – THE MUSICAL PAINTS SHEFFIELD PINK THIS FEBRUARY The award-winning sensation Legally Blonde – The Musical comes to the Lyceum Theatre for the first time ever from Tuesday 14 – Saturday 25 February. Winner of 7 major awards including the coveted Olivier Award for Best Musical 2011, this critically-acclaimed new musical is brought to life by a top creative team, led by Tony Award-winning director and Olivier Award-nominated choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray).

Based on the hit movie starring Reese Witherspoon, the musical follows the story of self-assured Elle Woods, who can handle anything. So when her boyfriend Warner dumps her, she decides to follow him to Harvard Law School and win him back.

Tickets can be purchased from Sheffield Theatres’ Box Office inperson, by phone on 0114 249 6000 or online at sheffieldtheatres.co.uk and are priced from £22.00 - £42.00, with discounts available.

Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield With some help from new-found friends Mon – Thu 7.45pm Paulette, Emmett and her Chihuahua Bruiser, she soon learns that it’s so Fri & Sat – 7.45pm much better to be smart. Thu 2.00pm This all singing, all dancing feel-good The show stars Les Dennis (TV's Life's Sat 3.00pm musical will be the highlight of your year Too Short, Extras, Family Fortunes), Audio Described performance: Thu 23 and is the most fashionable ticket in Ray Quinn (Brookside, X Factor Feb, 7.45pm town! finalist, Dancing on Ice winner) and Signed performance: Thu 23 Feb, Niki Evans (X Factor, Blood Brothers). sheffieldtheatres.co.uk 7.45pm Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

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SHEFFIELD THEATRES Home Theatre News Music News Festival News ANNOUNCE CASTING FOR HOBSON’S CHOICE AT THE CRUCIBLE THEATRE Full casting announced for Sheffield Theatres' production of Hobson’s Choice. Barrie Rutter takes the lead role as Henry Horatio Hobson, Zoe Waites will take the part of Maggie Hobson and Sue Wallace plays Mrs Hepworth. The production will be directed by Christopher Luscombe, making his directorial debut at Sheffield Theatres. The production opens Wednesday 1 June with previews from Thursday 26 May.

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Crucible Theatre Sheffield Wed 1st June– 25th June Box Office: 0114 249 6000 Shakespeare Company) and A Winter’s Tale (Young Vic). For television, his credits include The Liver Birds, Porridge, Kavanagh QC and as series regular Douglas in ITV’s Fat Friends.

Emily Aston plays Ada Figgins. Her theatre credits include Billy Liar (West Yorkshire Playhouse), Rita Sue & Bob Too/A State Affair (UK Tour), So Special Henry Horatio Hobson, widower, lives (Royal Exchange) and The Lovers (Live above his boot shop with his three Theatre). For television, Oranges Are Not Zoe Waites plays Maggie Hobson. Her independent daughters. When his eldest theatre credits includes Hedda Gabler The Only Fruit and as Becky Palmer in girl Maggie, decides to set up a business (Theatre Royal Bath and Tour), Mrs Klein, Coronation Street. to rival his own, stealing his best The Play About the Baby (Almeida), Harold Brighouse (1882 – 1958) was an bootmaker in the process, Hobson’s life is Nicholas Nickleby (Chichester and West English playwright and author. His other set to change forever. End), Cyrano De Begerac (Bristol Old plays include Lonesome-Like, Graft, The One of the most popular plays of the last Vic), Pravda (Chichester and Birmingham Game, The Northerners, Zack and Once a Rep), The Scarlet Letter, King Lear century, Harold Brighouse’s brilliantly Hero. (Chichester), Breaking The Code (Theatre observed northern comedy is about Christopher Luscombe makes his Royal Northampton), Antigone (Royal growing up, moving on and getting out. directorial debut for Sheffield Albert Hall), A Midsummer Night's Dream Barrie Rutter leads the company as Theatres. His recent credits include (City of London Sinfonia), Night of the Henry Horatio Hobson. He will be joined Spamalot (UK Tour), The History Boys Soul, The Prisoner's Dilemma, Twelfth by Rod Arthur (Tubby Wadlow), Emily (West Yorkshire Playhouse/Tour), The Night, Othello, The Family Reunion, Aston (Ada Figgins), Cassie Atkinson Rocky Horror Show (West End and UK Romeo and Juliet (all RSC), The White (Alice Hobson), George Banks (Fred Tour). His other credits include The Merry Devil (Lyric Hammersmith) and Hamlet Beenstock), Robin Cameron (Dr Wives of Windsor and The Comedy of (Greenwich and West Yorkshire MacFarlane), Lennox Greaves (Jim Errors (Shakespeare’s Globe), Tell Me On Playhouse). Heeler), Sally Hodgkiss (Vickey Hobson), A Sunday (UK Tour), Little Shop of Sue Wallace plays Mrs Hepworth. Sue Philip McGinley (William Mossop), Sue Horrors (West Yorkshire Playhouse), returns to the Crucible having previously Wallace (Mrs Hepworth), Zoe Waites Masterpieces (Birmingham Rep), The (Maggie Hobson) and Harry Waller (Albert worked with Victoria Wood in Good Fun, a Importance of Being Earnest (Theatre relationship which has lead to numerous Royal Bath) and The Shakespeare Review Prosser). projects together including Victoria Wood (RSC). Barrie Rutter is the founder and Artistic As Seen On TV, Pat and Margaret, Designs are by Janet Bird, with lighting by Director of Northern Broadsides theatre Dinnerladies, House Wife 49 and Happy Paul Pyant and music and sound is by company. His theatre credits for Northern Since I Met You. Her theatre credits Alex Baranowski. Broadsides as both Director and Actor include Romeo and Juliet (New Victoria include Othello (West Yorkshire Tickets for Hobson's Choice can Theatre), Merry Wives of Windsor Playhouse and tour), Romeo and Juliet, (Shakespeare’s Globe), Pygmalion (Royal be purchased from the Sheffield The Tempest, The Merchant of Venice, Exchange Theatre), East is East Theatres Box Office in-person, by Macbeth, King Lear and Twelfth (Birmingham Rep) and Hay Fever phone on 0114 249 6000 or online Night. His other stage credits include (Chichester Festival Theatre). For at sheffieldtheatres.co.uk Guys and Dolls, Animal Farm and The television, her credits include series Crucible (National Theatre), The Jew of regular in Common As Muck, Bergerac, Malta and Temptation (Royal Making Out and Coronation Street.

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Watch out for a stampede – Jungle Home Theatre News Music News Festival News Book adventures are coming to Sheffield!

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The Jungle Book returns to the Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield from Tue 31 May – Sat 4 June. sheffieldtheatres.co.uk

Mowgli the man-cub, Baloo the bear and Shere Khan the tiger, are the Rudyard Kipling creations that have become some of the best known children’s story characters ever created. Now audiences can see them live as The Jungle Book returns to the Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield from Tue 31 May – Sat 4 June.

The Jungle Book tells the exciting story of Mowgli, a young boy who is raised in the jungle by a family of wolves. When Shere Khan, the tiger swears to kill the child, Baloo, the bear, and Bagheera, the panther, agree to take

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the boy to the man village for his safety. But the jungle holds danger and surprises for them all in this adventure of a lifetime! This production, coming to the Lyceum Theatre as part of its UK tour, is the latest show from The Birmingham Stage Company who are renowned for their high quality children’s productions including Roald Dahl’s George’s Marvelous Medicine,

Danny the Champion of the World and Terry Deary’s award-winning Horrible Histories. If you are looking for a magnificent experience for all the family, then don’t miss this acclaimed production of a timeless story at the Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield on Tue 31 May – Sat 4 June. Tickets start from £11.50 and are available from the Box Office on 0114 249 6000 or by visiting sheffieldtheatres.co.uk.

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sheffieldtheatres.co.uk The legendary Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo will be appearing for the first time at the Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield from Tuesday 5 to Wednesday 6 April. They will be performing the classics Swan Lake Act II/Pas de Deux and Go for Barocco/Raymonda’s Wedding in their own unique and hilarious way. Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo is an allmale company of 16 professionals who

perform and bring to life some of the greatest moments of classical ballet, all with a wink, a nudge and a tongue in their cheek. Affectionately known as The Trocks, they tread a fine line between high art and high camp in a fusion that celebrates both the beauty and the essential absurdity of classical ballet. The dancers perform en pointe in glittering tutus, combining a loving knowledge of dance with a wicked sense of fun. Their comedic shows are achieved by incorporating and exaggerating the foibles and accidents of serious

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dance. The men dance all the parts, muscular bodies delicately balance on toes as swans, sylphs, water sprites, romantic princesses and even angst-ridden Victorian ladies! The Trocks’ original purpose was, and continues to be, to bring the pleasure of dance to the widest possible audience. Winners of the Critics’ Circle National Dance Awards and the TMA Theatre Award, The Trocks’ combination of pure comedy, extraordinary technical prowess and genuine love of ballet have made them a global

phenomenon since they formed in New York in 1974. Under the artistic direction of Tory Dobrin, the company has performed in over 30 countries and in over 500 cities around the world. Don’t miss the worldrenowned Trocks on the Lyceum stage for the first time from Tuesday 5 – Wednesday 6 April 2011. Tickets are available from £19.50 £26.50 with discounts available. To book, contact Sheffield Theatres Box Office on 0114 249 6000 or visit the website at sheffieldtheatres.co.uk

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THE MICHAEL FRAYN SEASON AT SHEFFIELD THEATRES Continuing the tradition for producing whole seasons dedicated to the work of one writer, Sheffield Theatres present a month-long festival celebrating the work of multiaward-winning playwright Michael Frayn from Wednesday 29 February – Saturday 31 March.

The festival includes major revivals of three of his most famous awardwinning plays; Copenhagen, Democracy, and Benefactors.

Margrethe, who returns to Sheffield for the first time since performing on the Crucible stage in the hugely successful Hamlet, in 2010.

This new production will be directed by David Grindley, who previously directed Taking place in each of the the Olivier Award-nominated and Tony theatre’s spaces, alongside a Award-winning revival of Journey’s End, series of talks, interviews and which toured to the Lyceum last autumn. Benefactors, on stage in the Studio discussions, the season Theatre, is a comedy about idealism, offers audiences a unique realism and the tangled nature of human opportunity to experience the relationships, set against a backdrop of range, scope and a high-rise building project with the aim development of Frayn’s work of improving housing facilities in one from three different decades suburb of London. Charlotte Gwinner (Knowledge/Little Platoons at the Bush of his career. Theatre, 2011) will direct Abigail Copenhagen explores the Cruttenden (Benidorm and ITV’s uncertainty of the past and the Sharpe), Rebecca Lacey (May to December), Simon Wilson (EastEnders, inevitability of the future, Waking the Dead, Doctors) and Andrew through a story based on the Woodall in this Olivier Award-winning real-life events of two eminent comedy. scientists at the height of the Rounding off The Michael Frayn Season Second World War. is Democracy, a witty and compelling Henry Goodman (Fiddler on play about an inspirational man. Willy Brandt, one of the most charismatic the Roof) and Geoffrey leaders in post-war politics, makes Streatfeild (Calum in Spooks) history as he starts to reunite Europe. play Niels Bohr and Werner But he discovers things aren’t as straightforward as they seem when a spy Heisenberg, the friends is uncovered in his office and his plans meeting for the last time. are thrown into chaos. They will joined by Barbara A fantastic ensemble of actors will bring Flynn as Bohr’s wife, to life the political world of Democracy.

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Andrew Bridgmont (War House, National Theatre), David Carr (American Trade and Comedy of Errors, RSC), Patrick Drury (Cold Blood, Silent Witness and Inspector Morse), Ed Hughes, Richard Hope (Malokeh in Dr Who, Holby City and EastEnders), William Hoyland, David Mallinson, Aidan McArdle (Silvester in Garrow’s Law), James Quinn and Rupert Vansittart all star in this new production, directed by Associate Director of Sheffield Theatres, Paul Miller (True West and Hamlet). Sheffield Theatres’ Artistic Director Daniel Evans said: ‘Following the success of last year’s David Hare Season, I am delighted to dedicate a festival to the work of Michael Frayn this year. Michael is certainly one of the most significant figures in British theatre with a career spanning nearly half a century. I’m thrilled to present three of his plays for the first time ever at Sheffield Theatres. To have such talented casts and creative teams under the direction of David Grindley, Charlotte Gwinner and Paul Miller is fantastic, and I cannot wait to see them bring these extraordinary plays to life across all three of our stages simultaneously.’

Speaking about the season himself, Michael Frayn said: ‘To have a season of my plays at Sheffield Theatres is a great honour for me, and I’m very grateful to Daniel Evans for his (characteristic) boldness in embarking upon it. It’s been set up with striking panache, and I hope that this in itself will make the occasion a memorable one.’ To complement the three plays Sheffield Theatres has programmed rehearsed play readings of The Sneeze (Friday 9 March), Here (Friday 16 March) and Wild Honey (Friday 23 March) and a reading of extracts from Michael Frayn’s novels and columns (Friday 30 March). Also, on Friday 23 March there will be an In Conversation event with Frayn himself about his life and work. Tickets for each play in the season are on sale now, priced from £10.00. Book for all three main stage plays in the Michael Frayn Season at the same time and save 10% on the price of your tickets.

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Mandy Merck explores Andy Warhol’s relationship with writer and human rights activist Susan Sontag, which led to his 1964 infamous screen test of her. Merck is Professor of Media Arts at Royal Holloway University of London. A former editor of the film and television Screen and series editor of pioneering lesbian and gay programme Out on Tuesday, she has written and edited a number of cultural studies including Hollywood’s greatest American Tragedies, The Art of Tracy Emin, After Diana and Coming out Feminism. Warhol was an American artist who was a central figure in the pop art movement. Warhol was one of the first major homosexual artists to be open about his sexuality.

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0114 222 8777 The University of Sheffield is delighted to announce the Gay Icons Project, a series of events to celebrate and explore the contrasting ideas behind what constitutes to being a Gay Icon. These events include talks, concerts and films from some of the UK’s leading figures in Fashion, Literature, Stage, Socioeconomics and Music. These events will run from Tuesday 23 November to Saturday 11 December. The Gay Icons Project will bring together people living or dead, whatever their sexual orientation or interests, who are regarded as inspirational, especially significant in their creative output or prominent figures in contemporary culture and society. These include Peter Tatchell, Jackie Kay, Alexander McQueen, Quentin Crisp, Andy Warhol, Anne Lister, Oscar Wilde, Benjamin Britten, Andre Gide and Joe Orton. Stewart Campbell Gay Icons Project Director said “It’s important to say that the Gay Icons project is not solely aimed at the LGBT community. I hope it may be seen as an introduction to historical gay culture and non gay audiences. All the icons selected for the programme are revolutionary in their creative output regardless of their sexuality. I’m thrilled that the University can stage a project such as this; it’s an opportunity to celebrate culture and diversity and some fascinating human beings. There is a varied programme of exciting and engaging events for everybody to enjoy.”

Jackie Kay Wednesday 24 November 18.30 Sheffield University Firth Court, Firth Hall. Lesbian playwright and poet Jackie Kay reads from and talks about her work, particularly the creation of complex gay characters from her novel, short stories and memoirs. She will also talk about the gay writers she admires, including Audre Lorde, James Baldwin, Jeanette Winterson, Ali Smith. Kay has won numerous literary awards for her works her first book of poetry; the partially autobiographical The Adoption Papers won the Saltire Society Scottish First Book Award. Her other awards include the 1994 Somerset Maugham Award for Other Lovers, and the Guardian Fiction Prize for Trumpet, based on the life of American jazz musician Billy Tipton, born Dorothy Tipton, who lived as a man for the last fifty years of her life. Red Dust Road, an account of her search for her birth parents, a white Scottish woman, and a Nigerian. Her drama The Lamplighter is an exploration of the Atlantic slave trade. It was broadcast on BBC Radio 3 in March 2007 and published in poem form in 2008. Alexander McQueen - Genius of a Generation

worked as the head designer at Givenchy before founding the Alexander McQueen and McQ labels. McQueen's extraordinary designs, worn by numerous celebrities met with critical acclaim and earned him the British Designer of the Year award four times. He tragically took his own life this year after suffering from depression and anxiety over the recent death of his mother. Knox will celebrate the work and designs of this extraordinary man. Peter Tatchell Quentin Crisp Sunday 05 December 18.30 Friday 26 November 18.30 Sheffield University Firth Court, Firth Sheffield University Firth Court, Firth Hall. Hall. Peter Tatchell will discuss the global Paul Bailey presents a portrait of this unique amusing character paying tribute to one of the 20th century’s true English eccentrics. He will discuss Crisp’s surprising rise to fame, his various careers, Crisp’s autobiography The Naked Civil Servant and the dramatic change of character in his final years. Bailey is an acclaimed and award winning writer of fiction biography and autobiography. His diverse works have included An English Madam, and An Immaculate Mistake, in 2001 he published Three Queer Lives, biographical accounts of two men and a woman who succeeded against the odds at a time when being gay was more difficult than it generally is today. He was editor of The Oxford Book of London and of The Stately Homo a collection of tributes to Quentin Crisp. Leigh Bowery Friday 03 December 18.30 Sheffield University Firth Court, Firth Hall. Tickets £4 (concs available) 0114 222 8777 www.gayiconsproject.co.uk

Club host, artist, fashion designer Leigh Bowery was a tour de force in the 1980’s Sheffield University Firth Court, Firth club scene, using the nightclubs as his stage. He used his increasingly bizarre Hall. outfits and looks to challenge conformity Kristin Knox pays tribute to the late and becoming as once described by friend Alexander McQueen, discussing his Boy George ‘Living Art’. His avant garde impact on the fashion world, in an style and club history was immortalised in illustrated talk covering some of his most the highly successful stage musical controversial designs. Knox is a Taboo by Boy George. Shaun Cole successful international fashion blogger explores the life and work of this and journalist. She has written for several outlandish performance artist. Cole is major publications including FT Weekend, People are encouraged to visit the website curator, writer and lecturer, based at the GLAM UK and Fashion Confidential. www.gayiconsproject.co.uk to find out London College of Fashion. He was Knox also works as an online social and more about the project but also to formerly Head of Contemporary media consultant for various international contribute to a separate photographic and Programmes at the Victoria and Albert brands; she also worked as a stylist for audio visual exhibition running during the Museum; he has curated numerous Vogue Russia and UK Glamour. She is programme of events. People’s own exhibitions including Fashion On Paper, author of the recent book Alexander personal Gay icons can be submitted via Dressing the Male and Black British McQueen Genius of a Generation. Born the website with pictures and words. Style. His publications include Don We Lee Alexander McQueen, he was a Now Our Gay Apparel; Gay Men’s dress Some of the highlights of the project British fashion designer known for his include; unconventional designs and theatrical, astonishing fashion shows. McQueen

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struggle for gay rights and his ongoing fight against political and religious fundamentalism worldwide. He will talk about his life and work and his gay icons, the people who inspire and motivate him to dedicate his life to political activism. Since 1969 Tatchell has been campaigning for sexual freedom and human rights. Throughout more than 40 years of political activism and writing he has helped develop new analyses and theories of homosexual emancipation and contributed to changing public opinion and overturning homophobic discrimination. Amongst Tatchell’s more controversial actions was his outing of Church of England bishops in 1994. He has protested the homophobic policies of other countries, including the former German Republic, Romania and in Zimbabwe twice has he attempted a citizen’s arrest of President Robert Mugabe. The rest of the Project includes; Tuesday 23 November - Leonard Bernstein, The Greatest Musical Personality of the 20th Century – selection of Bernstein’s w orks by chamber ensemble CHROMA. Sunday 28 November – Joe Orton – Joe Orton’s sister Leonie Orton-Barnett discusses his life. Tuesday 30 November – Winnaretta Singer, The Princess de Polignac – Poliginac’s 1938 concert is to be reconstructed. Wednesday 01 December – David and Jonathan – The Bible’s Same Sex Couple? – Hugh Pyper examines the origins of King David and Jonathan from the Old Testament. Thursday 02 December – Anne Lister – Decoding the First Modern Lesbian’s Diaries – Jill Liddington revisits the diaries of Anne Lister, a w ealthy landow ner w ho w rote in code about her affairs w ith w omen · Tuesday 07 December – The Secret Life of Oscar Wilde – Neil McKenna explores Wilde’s journey through London’s underw orld giving insight into his emotional and sexual life. Wednesday 08 December – Andre Gide – Writer Andre Gide is discussed by David Walker, looking into his w riting during the time of him coming to terms w ith his sexuality.

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York Theatre Royal is pleased to announce that it is to receive funding from the Arts Council through the new National Portfolio Funding programme. the Arts Council will continue to fund York Theatre Royal theatre from 2012 to 2015 at the same level of grant that it will receive in 2011/12. York Theatre Royal will continue to be a major national producer of outstanding theatre and will maintain its reputation for artistic excellence through the originality and innovation of its storytelling. The theatre also stays committed to maintaining its exemplary work in engaging children and young people in the arts. York Theatre Royal has a particular reputation for its collaborative artistic relationships with other producers and this approach will continue to inform its work. Liz Wilson, Chief Executive of York Theatre Royal commented, “This announcement today recognises the outstanding work of the theatre. It will allow York Theatre Royal to continue to be a significant producer of theatre and most importantly it will maintain the theatre for its large audience of theatre goers and participants. The theatre had made a bid for increased funds to invest further in the theatre that we produce for children and families and to support young people as the artists of the future. This funding decision will make some of our plans harder to achieve, but we will make this money work hard for the benefit of our audience, supporters and collaborators.” Artistic Director, Damian Cruden commented, “The news that we remain a funded organisation is very welcome and whilst our plans for future development will be restrained by our straightened circumstance we are able to continue to expand and develop our work and practice. We are also keenly aware of others less fortunate than ourselves and remain committed to the principle of publicly funded art that is available to all. Any reduction in the provision of the arts will ultimately have an impact upon the entire industry, none of us stand alone in this. That many will lose their living as a consequence of cuts,

Hull Truck Theatre has been boosted by news that it has retained full Arts Council England brilliant cast, including country. In order to continue (ACE) funding until 2015, with inflationary Nichola McAuliffe, in the final to deliver this level of work, it increases year-on-year. week of rehearsals for The was vital that we retained our The ACE report which recommends Hull Truck for Lady in the Van, which funding provides a ringing endorsement of both embarks on a 10-week tour after opening in Hull next artistic vision and the company’s business model. weekend. We have hundreds It praises the theatre’s fundamental role not only in of school pupils in our studio partnerships and focus on the cultural life of the area, taking part in an education project delivered in new writing and explicitly but also in its economy. association with ONE HULL, “Arts Council England’s recognises the need to contemporary dance report provides a ringing a sustainably fund change endorsement of the fresh performance in the main and the core reasoning artistic vision at Hull Truck, theatre tonight, cobehind change – as well as the new business productions with Bolton model, which is seeing a Octagon and Headlong of audience development. Miller and Shakespeare Hull Truck Theatre Chief greater diversity of plays and playing in Bolton and artists working for and with Executive Andrew Smaje Cambridge and two Hull the theatre. said: “The news that we Truck touring productions on have retained our funding is “A quick snapshot of what the road in Derby and extremely positive – not just Hull Truck is doing today Manchester. Hull Truck for Hull Truck Theatre and shows just how vibrant and engages with a huge range its employees, but for the important a creative company of organisations and people city of Hull and the East it is. In our rehearsal room, from all walks of life, not just Riding. The theatre plays a Sarah Esdaile is directing a here in Hull but across the

Sheffield Theatres is pleased to announce that it has been awarded funding as part of the new National Portfolio of Funded organisations. The Theatres will receive a 5% increase in its funding for the following three years as part of the award. represents the reality of the times we live in.” York Theatre Royal has announced its Ensemble Season for 2011 which sees the theatre transform its main stage in to the round for seven months, producing six productions in the main house and a further two in its Studio theatre. A repertory company of actors will be based at the theatre working not only on the productions, but a strong educational and research programme throughout the period.

and as a specialist in creating highly original and engaging theatre for families that has helped to grow audiences for theatre regionally and nationally. It will continue to work with its artistic partners to create a significant body of work that has regional and national impact.

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be working closely with its partners over the coming weeks and months to explore the opportunities and face the challenges this announcement creates.’

In response to the funding Daniel Evans, news, Dan Bates, Chief Director of Executive of Sheffield Theatres said: Theatres commented:

‘We are delighted that we have been confirmed as a National Portfolio Funded Organisation and that the Arts Council have recognised the quality of the work on our three stages and our ambition to help shape the cultural life of the city, the region and the nation. I’m really proud of what we have achieved at Sheffield Theatres in the 13 months York Theatre Royal remains since we fully re-opened, and committed to offering a rich and grateful that after months of diverse programme of creative deliberation we have activities. It is nationally received this recognition and recognised as an inspiring secured our funding from the centre for children and young Arts Council up to April 2015. people participating in the arts We do have to recognise that these are difficult times for us all – for our audiences, my staff and for Sheffield. This decision will enable to us to build on our firm foundations to continue to produce great art for everyone. The Theatres will

ACE funding. “While today’s announcement is positive for Hull Truck, other arts organisations in our region and around the country will be receiving less good news. We join their concern that these cuts will impact significantly on the nation’s creative life. “With Hull City Council cuts of £100,000 about to come into place from next month, we have a major task to build sustainable relationships with corporate funding partners over the next five years. We need this to grow audiences, nurture new talent and create inspirational performances which will cheer us all during difficult times.”

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‘Today is a significant day for Sheffield Theatres and the wider arts ecology in England. We are fortunate that the Arts Council has awarded us funding. Sheffield Theatres works with a host of other partners in the city and across the country who will also learn of their funding future this morning and today’s decisions pose a challenge for us all. As we look to the future we will take the opportunity to reflect on today’s news and on the best way forward. Since the Crucible reopened its doors in 2010, over 500,000 people have experienced the organisation’s acclaimed work. This autumn, the Crucible celebrates its 40th birthday. We look forward to

celebrating this landmark by continuing to produce bold and exciting theatre for our audiences in the city, the region and beyond. We intend to forge new partnerships and find surprising, innovative and enriching ways to connect with our communities. At the centre of our celebrations will be the launch a major new initiative, providing ongoing opportunities for Sheffield’s emerging theatre makers, young and old, to come together to create an annual and unique piece of work for the Crucible stage.

At such a critical time for the arts in the UK we feel privileged that we have an opportunity to ensure that Sheffield Theatres remains at the forefront of the country’s cultural life.’ Sheffield Theatres is funded by the Arts Council and by Sheffield City Council. The news of the Arts Council’s funding comes in the same month that the City confirmed a 15% cut to its funding for the organisation.

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THE GLEE CLUB To book tickets, call 01482 323638 or visit www.hulltruck.co.uk Written by Richard Cameron and directed by Tessa Walker At Hull Truck Theatre September 8 – October 8 2011

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Hull Truck Theatre will stage Richard Cameron’s The Glee Club this autumn – reviving a play premiered by its own founder Mike Bradwell at The Bush Theatre in 2002. The play follows the story of the Edlington Colliery’s Glee Club who spend their evenings away from the pit getting together to sing, but just ahead of the gala performance of its closure has had. Speaking to him 1962, the South Yorkshire really brought the play alive for me in group face a host of problems! such a brilliant way. I think it will prove To prepare for the play, director Tessa Walker, who comes to Hull Truck from the National Theatre of Scotland where she was Literary Associate, has been in contact with former miner Frank Arrowsmith:

an essential experience for all the performers involved in this play.” She said.

The play, which is as insightful and poignant as it is hilarious, features a cast of six male actors, including Olivier Award winner Paul Clarkson and “Frank spoke with such passion and Sleepy Hollow star, Marc Pickering. in such detail about the colliery - its The six have worked with Music fascinating political history, what it Director Phil Bateman to create their meant to the community and the effect close-harmony singing.

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John Burton, Marc Pickering and Sean McKenzie from The Glee Club. Picture by Richard Hubert-Smith.

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LADY IN THE VAN WHEN IT PARKS AT THE ALHAMBRA FOR A WEEK TO CLOSE THE TOUR Alhambra Theatre, Bradford: Monday 11 – Saturday 16 July 2011

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After embarking on a national tour of only 10 venues, the Hull Truck production, in association with Richard Jordan Productions Ltd, of Alan Bennett’s The Lady in the Van, closes in Bradford next month. This delightful play will be parking up at the Alhambra Theatre from Monday 11 – Saturday 16 July, with a very talented cast. Nichola McAuliffe, probably best known as Sheila Sabatini in seven series of ITVs Surgical Spirit leads the cast in the title role. Nichola is joined on stage by James Holmes (Miranda), Emma Gregory (The Bill), Fiz Marcus (Holby City), Tina Gambe (Coronation Street),

Paul Kemp (The Bill), Martin Wimbush (Bridget Jones's Diary) and Benedict Sandiford (Midsomer Murders). Director Sarah Esdaile's recent credits include the world premiere of Crash by William Nicholson and the hugely acclaimed Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller, both for the West Yorkshire Playhouse, plus codirecting the smash hit Birmingham Rep/WYP stage version of His Dark Materials. The Lady in the Van was written by Yorkshireman Alan Bennett, about Miss Shepherd, a belligerent homeless woman who parked up her van in the garden of his London home and refused to leave for 15 years. The play started as a short story, and went on to

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Nichola McAuliffe as Miss Shepherd Picture by Keith Pattison become a radio play as well as a stage play. Beautifully observed, sharply intelligent and wonderfully witty, this poignant comedy drama by one of the

nation’s finest playwrights promises to be a spectacular evening at the theatre with a host of vehicles on stage - not to be missed!

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CRUCIBLE’S OTHELLO IS IRRESISTIBLY MOORISH With a month until the Crucible’s eagerlyawaited production of Othello, ticket sales have been so overwhelming that theatre bosses have added an extra performance on Monday 3 October at 7.15pm.

around 30,000 tickets were sold, I’m delighted that this autumn’s production of Othello is proving as popular. This year, people are booking from as far afield as Chicago.

I’m particularly thrilled to be welcoming such an exciting cast of actors to Advance bookings for the Sheffield, including Clarke Shakespearean tragedy, Peters and Dominic West part of the Crucible’s 40th – and pleased that our anniversary season, have audiences are looking forward to seeing one of been flooding in from Shakespeare’s members of the public, masterpieces on the groups and school Crucible stage for the first parties. time.’ For some performances, the availability is already The cast for Othello sees Clarke Peters and limited, so the theatres have taken the decision to Dominic West, stars of HBO’s acclaimed TV make more seats available by programming series The Wire, reunited an additional performance as Othello and Iago. The cast also includes Colin on Monday 3 October. George, the Crucible’s Daniel Evans, Sheffield founding artistic director. Theatres’ Artistic Director, Othello is at the Crucible, who is directing Othello said, ‘After the success of Sheffield from Thursday 15 September to Hamlet last year, where Saturday 15 October. Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

Tickets cost from £12.00 - £25.00, with concessions available. Discounts are available for young people (aged under 26) and school or student groups on select performances. For more details and to book tickets, call Box Office on 0114 249 6000 or choose your seats online at sheffieldtheatres.co. uk. I am not what I am’ A celebrated foreign general is sent to war on his wedding night. A secret plot to destroy him is set in motion by his most trusted friend. ‘Put out the light...’ Clarke Peters plays Othello and Dominic West plays Iago in Shakespeare’s most thrilling psychological drama, coming to the Crucible stage for the first time. Director Daniel Evans Designer Morgan Large Lighting Designer Lucy Carter

Composer and Sound Designer Alex Baranowski Cast: Ian Barritt, Luciano Dodero, Colin George, Alexandra Gilbreath, Josh Hart, Lily James, Ben Lee, Gwilym Lee, Leigh McDonald, Rhodri Miles, Clarke Peters, Brodie Ross, Andrew Thompson, Dominic West Audio Described & Signed Performance: Thu 13 October Captioned Performance: Sat 15 October Talk Back: Thu 6 Oct. Free Page to Stage: Wed 12 October 11.00am – 12.30pm. £3.50. To book call 0114 249 6000 Othello: Stage Combat

Wed 5 October 11.00am - 1.00pm Work with a stage combat coach to learn combat skills, then give it a go yourself in a short choreographed piece based on Othello. £6.00. To book call

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GRAEAE and New Wolsey Theatre present...

Reasons To Be Cheerful Thursday 1 – Sunday 4 March 2012

the sounds of Ian Dury and the Blockheads. Featuring classic songs including Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick; Plaistow Patricia; Sex and Drugs and Rock and Roll; Sweet Gene Vincent; Spasticus Autisticus and the titular Reasons to be Cheerful, this new musical was first The show is a highperformed in Autumn energy coming of age 2010 at the New Wolsey tale set in 1979 and Theatre, Ipswich and celebrates the music of one of the most colourful Theatre Royal Stratford East. musicians of his generation. As the original disabled activist and musician, Ian Written by Paul Sirett Dury was a patron, and directed by staunch supporter and Graeae’s Artistic advocate of Graeae. Director Jenny Sealey, the show is set to a back The extraordinary wit and wisdom of Dury’s music

Hull Truck Theatre will welcome Graeae and the New Wolsey Theatre’s critically acclaimed production of Reasons To Be Cheerful this March as part of its national tour.

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and lyrics are brought to life by an exceptional cast of 13 actors and musicians. Almost all of the company will reprise their roles for the 2012 UK Tour. Paula Faircloth will join the company on drums. Part gig, part play, this gritty production is set in 1979 when Labour lost to the Tories, strikes rocked the nation, and Ian Dury and the Blockheads’ Reasons to be Cheerful (Part 3) climbed the charts. Die-hard fans Vinnie and his mates are desperate to see Ian Dury and the Blockheads at the Hammersmith Odeon,

except the gig sold out weeks ago. However life has a habit of throwing strange things at you, and one night of frustration becomes something else entirely... Graeae is a force for change in world-class theatre - breaking down barriers, challenging preconceptions and boldly placing Deaf and disabled artists centre stage. Artistically led by Jenny Sealey, Graeae’s signature characteristic is the compelling creative integration of sign language and audio description, which engages brilliantly with

both disabled and nondisabled audiences. Championing accessibility and providing a platform for new generations of artists, Graeae leads the way in pioneering, trail-blazing theatre. Jenny Sealey has recently been appointed Co-Artistic Director of the Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony 2012. All performances include captioned dialogue, BSLinterpreted songs and audio description. To book tickets, call the box office on 01482 323638 or visit www.hulltruck.co.uk

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Please check Venues and events before setting offTakeOver Festival gives young people an opportunity to work in jobs which wouldn’t otherwise be available until much later in their careers.

The TakeOver Festival returns to York in May ready to explode onto stage. From the 21st May, York Theatre Royal will become the hub of an exciting threeweek festival run entirely by a team of enthusiastic under-26 year olds.

To see the full schedule visit the Festivals website at www.takeover.co.uk. The Festival is from 21st May to 9th June. Ticket prices will range from £15 to £8, with concessions and the theatre’s under-26 discount available.

York Theatre Royal’s scheme TakeOver Festival returns, supported by The Paul Hamlyn Foundation, Arts Council England and York City Tickets are now on sale and Council to encourage young theatre practitioners to get involved in all going fast. To get yours call our aspects of the Theatre. Box Office on 01904 623568 or The theatre will be run run by under 26s, everything from box online at office management, program scheduling, to marketing is yorktheatreroyal.co.uk.

undertaken by young volunteers.

... and what a programme they have put together take a look...

You Like It from TakeOver’s Artistic Director, Andra Catincescu. One of Shakespeare’s best-loved comedies receives a fascinating reworking, setting it in the glittering world of Romany gypsies. Get lost in the exhilaratingly fast Romany music and join the lovers on their journey deeper into the Forest of Arden… If it’s dance you’re after, then the Northern School of Contemporary Dance will present Verve 12, a dynamic and innovative new dance show performed by some of Europe’s most talented young dancers. One of the hottest tickets around is Tender Napalm, Philip Ridley’s breathtaking new play about love in the face of catastrophe, named as one of the best shows by The Observer, Time Out and the Guardian. A double-bill from TakeOver thrives by Actors Touring Company is a perfect example of dynamic encouraging risk and contemporary theatre in Britain nurturing creativity, and today, with Sarah Kane’s powerful this year is no exception: Crave and an English language debut the 2012 TakeOver team comedy from foremost Russian are proud to present an playwright Ivan Vyrypaev, Illusions. exciting line-up of theatre, Andrew Motion, Poet Laureate comedy, dance and music from 1999 – 2000, will be coming for all York Theatre to York Theatre Royal for a reading audiences. from his eagerly-awaited novel, In the Main House, we’ve got As Silver, a sequel to Treasure Island,

TakeOver is the only scheme in the country that allows young people to completely run a professional theatre by themselves, taking on every role from managing backstage to programming and marketing the Festival. Three years in, TakeOver has become a regular fixture in the Theatre’s calendar, and has provided an opportunity for over 100 young people to take the creative reins of a major regional theatre.

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his latest collection of poetry, The Cinder Path, and his autobiography, In The Blood. For more poetry, check out Richard Marsh’s solo show, Skittles, a melding of prose and poetry resulting in a moving show about love, trans-America road trips and learning to put yourself back together again. To celebrate the bi-centenary year of Dickens’ birth, Hotbuckle Productions give you Great Expectations, an exciting new adaptation of one of Dickens’ greatest novels. Also in the Studio is Scarberia, a brand new piece of theatre commissioned especially for TakeOver by exclusive residency Forward Theatre Project, in association with Paines Plough. Working with young people from both Scarborough, England, and Scarborough, Canada, the Forward Theatre team have created an explosive new play about how events on one side of the world can affect a town an ocean away. Paines Plough present Wasted in the Main House, an intoxicating trip through the raves, cafés and parks of South London. Kate Tempest, the UK’s most exciting performance poet, provides a lyrical and powerful account of what it’s like to live in a world with no rules, where life is what you make it.

As part of this year’s programme we are pleased to include a broad range of workshops for all ages. From stage combat, to a devising and physicality workshop with the acclaimed physical theatre company Frantic Assembly, to a children’s two-day workshop creating a piece of theatre based around the ideas of forming a new society and Utopian worlds; there’s something for everybody. Looking for something to entertain the kids? Take your pick from our range of children’s shows in our half-term programme: Fringe favourites The Flanagan Collective present William and Polly, two interlinking plays where the audience are at the heart of the story, and William and Polly need the audience’s help on their adventures through magical worlds. Or join Josette and her Papa in an apartment in Paris as they let their imaginations run away with them – Peut-être Theatre use music and physical theatre in This Is A That to explore what it’s like to dance with your ears or eat a piece of the moon… TakeOver is a Festival run entirely by young people for the whole community. Our programme this year has a wider range of shows than ever before and the team is looking forward to some truly spectacular shows reaching a diverse audience.

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ANTHONY CLAVANE’S AWARD-WINNING ‘LOVE STORY’ TO BE ADAPTED FOR STAGE

Leeds Civic Arts Guild, The Carriageworks and Red Ladder Theatre Company present the world premiere of:

PROMISED LAND THE CARRIAGEWORKS, LEEDS BOX OFFICE: 0113 224 3801 22 – 30 JUNE 2012 Written and composed by Anthony Clavane and Nick Stimson, Director: Rod Dixon Leeds-born journalist Anthony Clavane’s best-selling book, ‘Promised Land: A Northern Love Story’ is being adapted for stage this summer by Clavane and cowriter Nick Stimson. In the year of the London Olympics and the week that the Olympic torch comes to Leeds, this production will be performed at The Carriageworks from 22 – 30 June 2012 and is a coproduction between Leeds Civic Arts Guild, The Carriageworks and Red Ladder. The show will feature a large community cast and a live band. Winner of Sports Book of the Year 2011, ‘Promised Land’ tells the story of Leeds, its football club and its communities. The stage adaptation tells that same story through the eyes of Nathan and Caitlin, two young idealists growing up in mid-1970s Leeds, living in the same city but on opposite sides of a cultural and religious divide. Nathan is a third-generation Russian-Jewish immigrant, he’s a Leeds United obsessive who dreams of making it as a writer, and Caitlin is a political campaigner and third-generation Irish-Catholic immigrant. Against all the odds, they fall in love, united by their hopes and dreams; the kind of aspiration that drew their grandparents to the industrial city in the first place, but will that be enough to hold them together? And will they find a way to stay in Leeds or will they be forced to go their separate ways? Moving from the 1900s to the early 1960s and then on to the mid-1970s, this new play is a large-scale celebration of Leeds.

It is a love story - but also a love letter to a great city.

three Olympics and two World Cups.

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He has won Press Gazette Feature Writer of the Year and BT Regional Sportswriter of the Year awards. He wrote the music for ‘Still Waiting for Everything’, a highly-acclaimed play which toured England in 2005, and teaches journalism, feature writing and non-fiction courses for the Arvon Foundation.

“The Leeds story is intertwined, in my mind at least, with the stories of its football club and its communities. All three came of age together. All three felt the world was theirs for the taking and the shaping. All three, in recent times, have turned inwards. Today, Leeds is at a crossroads – just like it was in the early 1900s, the early 1960s and the mid1970s. In these three periods the tribes of Leeds, just like today, faced a choice. Like Nathan and Caitlin, should they aim high or retreat from a cruel, outside world? Leeds was built on the sweat of strangers – but there are moments in its history where it has stumbled on the cusp of entering the promised land. I’m really excited about the opportunity to bring this story to life with such a large cast of local performers – in a month when Leeds is celebrating sport with the arrival of the Olympic torch – I think it’s a great chance for us to recognise the ambition and self belief that built our city– the Don Revies, the Cuthbert Brodericks and the pioneering immigrants, who aimed for the top.” Anthony Clavane was born and brought up in Leeds. He went to Sussex University was a teacher before becoming a journalist, first writing for the East Anglian Daily Times as a news and feature writer and then The Independent as an arts and culture writer. He is now chief sports writer for the Sunday Mirror and has covered

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Nick Stimson is a freelance playwright and theatre director. He is an Associate Director of The Theatre Royal, Plymouth. Recent productions written and/ or directed include:‘A Winter’s Tale’ (writer & director) with music by Howard Goodall for the Sage, Gateshead & Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford; ‘Who Ate All The Pies?’ (writer) with music by Jimmy Jewell at the Tristan Bates Theatre, London; ‘Hello, Mister Capello’ (writer) for the Palace Theatre, Watford; ‘NHS The Musical’ (writer & director) with music by Jimmy Jewell for the Theatre Royal, Plymouth and The Venue, Leicester Square, London. Current projects include: ‘Midas’ (with music by Jimmy Jewell) for Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts; ‘Time Stood Still’ for Dartington Playgoers; ‘Cornish Phoenix’ for Sterts Theatre; and ‘Beryl Cook’ for the Theatre Royal, Plymouth. Red Ladder is a radical theatre company with 40 years of history; acknowledged as one of Britain’s leading national touring companies producing high quality theatre contributing to social change and global justice. Recent productions include Big Society! A Music Hall Comedy starring Phill

Jupitus and Boff Whalley’s Sex & Docks & Rock ‘n’ Roll. The Carriageworks is a forwardthinking venue that nurtures theatre-makers and develops the audience for live performance in Leeds and Yorkshire. Situated at the heart of Millennium Square, the theatre showcases the best national and international touring productions, and has quickly established itself as a key destination for audiences looking for an entertaining, inspiring and adventurous night out. At the same time The Carriageworks gives extensive support to artists in the north to help them grow and develop their work. The theatre also offers high quality facilities for festivals and

conferences to organisations looking for an inspiring and centrally located setting for their event. Leeds Civic Arts Guild is an umbrella organisation, formed to affiliate the common interests of amateur dramatic, musical, cultural and artistic societies within the Leeds area. Its objectives are to co-ordinate the activities of the affiliated societies, particularly in relation to the use of the Carriageworks theatre. A wide and varied programme is presented by its societies each year. For details about the company please visit

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THE RETURN OF THE GREATEST STORY EVER TOLD York Mystery Plays returns to the Museum Gardens August 2-27 2012

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An Olivier Award winning writer, internationally known actors and 1,000 volunteers will create a new interpretation of the famous York Mystery Plays for summer 2012. Set against the evocative backdrop of the ruins of St Mary’s Abbey, the plays will be the biggest and most elaborate outdoor theatre production ever to have taken place in the city. Mike Kenny, who won the Olivier Award for York Theatre Royal’s and the National Railway Museum’s The Railway Children, will reinterpret the plays, which it is hoped will be seen by 28,000 people throughout August 2012. The medieval cycle of York Mystery Plays has been told by the people of York for hundreds of years and is deeply embedded in the City’s cultural heritage. They will spectacularly tell the story of the eternal battle between good and evil – from creation to the last judgement. Produced by York Theatre Royal, Riding Lights Theatre Company and York Museums Trust and supported by City of York Council, it is the first time the plays have been performed in the Museum Gardens since 1988. Dame Judi Dench, who performed in the plays three times, is a patron of the plays for 2012. She said: “Having performed in the York Mystery Plays three times, I know the excitement that these events bring to the people of York and the important place they hold within the city’s history. When I heard the Mystery Plays were returning to Museum Gardens and the scale and ambition which York Theatre Royal, Riding Lights Theatre Company and York Museums Trust have for this production, I was honoured to be asked to become patron. “I urge you to get involved with the York Mystery Plays 2012 and experience the magic of creating theatre with your own community. It is something I will always remember. “

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The plays will take place in the Museum Gardens from August 2 to August 27 2012, with covered seating for 1,400 people being especially built around the ancient walls of St Mary’s Abbey. More than 1,000 local people will join forces with a large professional team to help create this spectacular production. It is the first large scale production since the plays were held in York Minster in 2000. The professional actors involved in the plays and the plays included in Mike Kenny’s interpretation are set to be announced later in the year. Mike Kenny said: “York Mystery Cycle is an extraordinary phenomenon. Almost as old as the Minster and a precious artefact of British theatre history, but something which you don't have to be careful not to drop or scratch. It is as living as it once was. You can hear in it the Yorkshire voices which once spoke it and refashion it for a new generation to speak again. Its creators are unknown but its owners are those of us, past, present and future who live and work in the city. It's a pleasure and an honour to be entrusted with producing a new script for 2012.” Joint Artistic Directors for the 2012 production, Paul Burbridge (Riding Lights) and Damian Cruden (York Theatre Royal) said in a joint statement: “Our vision is to create a bold, exhilarating piece of story-telling theatre on an operatic scale. To re-invigorate the tradition and the language and make these plays accessible to a modern audience. We want to stage the Mystery Plays in a way that resonates with both past and present and appeals to those of religious faith or none. “ York Mystery Plays 2012 is sponsored by Shepherd Building Group and The Feoffees of St Michael's, Spurriergate. It is a production by York Cultural Company. To find out more about the plays please visit: http://www.yorkmysteryplays2012.com

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Claire Cameron Band launch 'Time Will Tell' at 100 Club Friday 28th September Part of Future Rock for Feedme Music, Claire Cameron Band launch 'Time Will Tell' on Friday 28th September at 100 Club. Claire Cameron Band are an inventive and catchy female-fronted alternative rock band. Fusing genres of rock, alternative and singer-songwriter with a hint of metal they create a superb, melody driven sound. Continuing the energetic Leeds tradition the band write and perform original, passionate, emotive songs with their signature mix of styles. It has been a busy couple of years for Claire Cameron Band with live performances at Limetree Festival, BOMFEST, 360 Club/Festival TV, PUNK, Leeds Festival Fringe, Leeds Digital Festival, 100 Club London, & Leeds Underground going down a storm. They have performed live on the show and been interviewed by Alan Raw of BBC West Yorkshire Introducing on BBC Radio Leeds numerous times now and on Thursday night were on BBC Radio Leeds again with Alan introducing the first play of the release on air and a live session. To hear it via the listen again on BBC iplayer please click here, and it is straight in with the second song of the release 'Spinning Tops' at 29:20. The band were also interviewed by Michelle Dalgety on her show for Yorkshire Music Collective on BCB radio which went out on air on Thursday night as well at 10:00pm, and will be available via soundcloud shortly. Last year CCB took to the stage as a full electric band on for their first London headline gig at 100 Club and were so well received they hit the headline slot again to kick start 2012 for Feedme Music's January Future Rock night. Heading back to 100 Club for a third time on 28th September 2012 CCB will be launching their much anticipated EP 'Time Will Tell' with Feedme Music. Recorded with Neil Sadler, whose credits include working at Maison Rouge (Jethro Tull) with Laura Marling on her early recordings, and the acclaimed Blues Rock Guitarist Larry Miller, at No Machine Studios. Having taken a break from the live gigging circuit for a few months to focus on writing and recording, Claire Cameron Band couldn't be more ready to bring their new material to the live stage! Set to be the best offering to come from CCB to date 'Time Will Tell' delivers forty minutes of female-fronted alternative rock with a melodic story-telling thread from start to finish. Best described as 'a mini rock opera' by guitarist, Pete Nash, pour yourself a cold one and settle down to be enveloped by their new rock sounds. Better still, join the band and special guests at the launch party at 100 Club! 'Time Will Tell' in stores & online 28th September After the launch CCB plan to take their live show to music festivals and original music venues across the UK. The CD 'Time Will Tell' is out on Friday 28th September and will be available to buy from Jumbo and Crash Records in Leeds, online via their websites and CD Baby plus iTunes, Last.fm and Spotify among many other retailers. Here is the event page for the launch party on Feedme Music. Tickets>

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THE 100 CLUB Is the most celebrated live music venue in Europe and one of the most famous in the world. A longevity due to an open minded music policy which has seen many different musical styles performed at this venue over It's long history. The Clubs heritage is legendary and has seen performances from acts as diverse as The Sex Pistols, Muddy Waters, Hugh Masekela, Lee Konitz, Oasis, Lonnie Donnegan, Jimmy McGriff and Travis to The Clash,The White Stripes, Yank Lawson, Sinead O'Conner, Nico, Chris Barber and Beverly Knight, to name but a few. Artists like The Rolling Stones, Joe Strummer, The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, Paul Weller, Ocean Colour Scene, The Handsome Family and Squarepusher have performed here long after becoming established. This is going to be a great night to support Claire Cameron Band

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Empire Leeds, Friday 19th until Sunday 21st October ‘Empire of Crows’ is back for its final instalment, and it isn’t going quietly, with 18 bands over only 3 days, it’s the ‘Empire of Crows’ Festival. At new Leeds music venue, Empire,

They’re described as “a compromise between glimmering indie and gritty punk” (Leeds Music Scene) with “Honest lyrics and brilliantly catchy riffs” (Sound Exposure).

the festival will run from Friday 19th until Sunday 21st October. It is to present the very best of touring and local upcoming talent, all specially handpicked and brought to you by local promoter, The Crow Knows Music. The festival is to be hosted by Wakefield band, Skint & Demoralised, and acts headlining the event include the Likely Lads, I Call Shotgun and Paper Aeroplanes. York’s Likely Lads played the BBC Introducing Stage at Leeds Festival this summer, receiving rave reviews.

Welsh duo Paper Aeroplanes are currently on their autumn tour and have an impressive history, having supported acts as varied as Ed Sheeran and Marina and the Diamonds, to legend Bob Harris. They’ve made the BBC Radio 2 playlist with their unique sound been described by the BBC as “Impressively fine melodies, gentle melancholia and the occasional burst of jaunty, breezy pop”.

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Formed in Leeds, I Call Shotgun had early success, receiving airplay and interviews on BBC Radio 1. They went viral when Perez Hilton posted a cover performed on Radio 1 on his infamous blog. Featuring at festivals including Creamfields and Snowbomb, their sound is a “unique brand of electric synth indie pop” (Rockhaq). Headlining acts will all be supported by special guests, including The Crow Knows favourites: NGOD, Blue Rose Code and Scams. Advanced tickets are currently available at £7 for the full weekend. Individual day tickets are from £4 each. Tickets are available from Jumbo

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Kascarade in conversation about their new video and single ‘Coming Back to Me’ and Other stuff

Just off Thornton Road in Bradford lies a large slab of old mill standing tall and deep by day its floors full of small industry. By night it is transformed, its labyrinth of twisting corridors and rooms become the lair of that most magical and mystical creature the British Urban Band. And here on the top most floor we met Kascarade in their hideaway pad, with custom studio full of guitar, drums, keyboards wires and amps always at ready for the lads to plug in and play. Behind on the wall a whiteboard full of musical ideas generated as they share and jam their musical ideas to each other. Kascarade are; Matthew Milnes Vocals/Rhythm Guitar, Luke Milnes - Lead Guitar/Backing Vocals, Adam Brankin - Bass Guitar, Michael Golden – Drums Martin Horton - keyboards/organ

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“formed in August 2010 from members of former band FAZE, KASCARADE are a five piece indie/rock/pop band with change of name and a fresh sound”. “Just made video to our debut single Coming Back to Me” “All filmed round Bradford…. To show the landscape suit the theme of the song and tell a story…”

relationships whatever kind of relationship it is….”

“If you listen to it its got a bit of “I think its good we filmed in the everything in there it starts quite mill, parts of its really grimy, parts dancy, and then it goes into a bit of really good outcome, Northern…” a rock tune its all different “The song is a secret, I can tell you dimensions…” what I get from it but to somebody “I think its quite dark … yes the else listening it could mean lyrics are quite dark but the music something completely different…” is …a thumping good song…” “I see it as quite uplifting a tune I’m thinking of the music but the subject matter sounds to me like it could be about anything, hopes, dreams, of having someone in your life of

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“What we normally do me and Math is sit down on the acoustic guitar and write the chords and melodies and vocals; then we’ll bring it down to the band and

they’ll chip in with their own parts…” “Some stuff we’ve jammed and made a song out of it like stomp which is on our up and coming EP this started as a jam out of an argument about who made the teas next - so we created this riff da da rada and in the riff you had to do a little one bar fill on your instrument and whoever messed up the fill or played the same fill twice had to make the brew….” Listen to video above for a fascinating insight into Kascarade and their wonderful creativity

Kascarade will be performing in support of fellow Bradford band Scars On 45 fresh from their mammoth tour of the USA and appearance's on American TV shows such has Tonight with Jay Leno. Also making up the line up are FOLKS performing off the back of their recent European tour performances in support Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds. This is a guaranteed quality night of live music with three great acts on show all for £9 a ticket. A really great night in store for the Bradford Music scene!! Get your tickets Here> Kascarade Live on the 'Underground Stage'

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BOMFEST 2012 Saturday 28th July Worsbrough Mill and Country Park Barnsley, South Yorkshire 11:30am til Late - 7 Stages - 100 Bands - 40 DJS - ADULT SINGLE TICKET - £20.00 - UNDER 16'S SINGLE TICKET - £10.00 - FAMILY TICKET (2XADULT + 2XU16'S) - £35.00:

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BOMFEST boasts a huge selection of genres catering for a myriad of music tastes. Festival goers can experience live music ranging from hip hop, dub step and dance, acoustic, folk and alternative right through to pop, rock and heavy metal. We embrace an inclusive, community ethos and have built the event up from a collection of live shows across pubs in Barnsley to an outdoor festival with a capacity of 5000.

3Daft Monkeys, The Danse Society, and Broombusters plus many more bands are - set to play the impressive Main Stage The Bigsound marquee is in its 3rd year at BOMfest and since its inception in 2010 it has presented a wide range of quality line ups chosen from the thousands of original artists that Bigsound promotion has worked with since 2007 when first starting out. The Urban Stage profiles the best

underground Producers, Artists, DJs and MCs the region has to offer. Circue de Manc from Manchester are attending with a 12 strong Burlesque extravaganza Chris X, Mickey Bimble will be flying around the site so watch out, and Fairies on Stilts provide unique and memorable entertainment for the younger generation CIRCUS WORKSHOP where adults and children can learn how to do simple circus tricks and maybe if your good enough you may be invited to the show. FOOD will be provided by some of the best vendors BOMfest has come across in the last 8 years. English, Thai, Indian and more.

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FREE SHOWCASE CHAMPIONING THE NEW MUSIC TALENT OF LEEDS Saturday 29 Sept. 2012 7:30~11:00PM Eiger Music Venue, New Craven Gate, Leeds S11 5NF

A free and exciting showcase gig, championing new music talent in Leeds and creating something new, risky and different is being organised by MAS Records at Eiger Music Venue. Bands include Soul Circus, The Simon Pollard Band, Treason Kings, ID Parade & Little Victories and MAS Records will be inviting industry representatives to be part of the Music Action in Leeds.

Leeds to a whole raft of skills needed in today’s industry, with a forward thinking approach to the artist development.” “For the first event we have assembled an enviable roster of artists, who are now on the MAS Records Development Programme, and the standard of these acts is extremely high. We are sure they will inspire other bands in Leeds to become involved with MAS Records.”

“On the night, MAS staff will be available to explain our free wide-ranging services, new bands can talk to the bands that will be MAS Records are pioneers of a new music performing on the night and already The Simon Pollard Band mentoring development program. Founded working with us. So let us help your band in 2001 by Kevyn Gammond, with Robert grow and develop. This event is free to the bands performing at the MAS showcase are : Plant (ex-Led Zeppelin) and Karl Hyde general public and anyone who wants to Soul Circus "Poignant" (Underworld) as its patrons; we now want know what matters in today’s music.” www.soulcircus.co.uk to operate our Artist Services and develop Any bands interested in MAS a strong presence within Leeds. Treason Kings "Overwhelming" Records Development www.facebook.com/TreasonKings Kevyn Gammond added “MAS is delighted to collaborate with Eiger Music Studios in ID Parade "Essential" Programme and are unable to the ongoing creative growth of music www.soundcloud.com/idparade make this event, please contact development in Leeds. Music/arts Little Victories "Transfixing" admin@mightyatomsmasher.co.uk for contributes so much to our culture and the www.facebook.com/littlevictoriesonline more information. economy, we now want to provide ‘a The Simon Pollard Band "Stunning" gateway’ here in www.facebook.com/TheSimonPollardBand Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

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The Topic was founded in 1956 by Alex Eaton and some friends after leaving the local Young Communist League choir -. It was the height of the Cold War, with Suez and the Hungarian Uprising dominating the headlines. In its very early days the club was a place for young people to meet and talk folksong and politics and sing for themselves. The very first guest was London-based atomic physicist Dr John Hasted, but it was a while before paid guests made regular appearances. Anecdotal evidence suggests that a very young Bob Dylan made a floor-spot appearance once. The Topic has grown from its beginnings as an informal opportunity for like-minded youths to get together and talk politics and sing, to today where two-thirds of its meetings include guest acts. There remain many meeting nights where folk form a circle and share their music and sing their hearts out in a very supporting and caring atmosphere. The first Topic meeting was in September 1956 in Laycock's Rooms in Albion Court. For a long time the club celebrated its birthday in early November, including the 25th Anniversary Party in 1981. This recognises when the club became organisationally more structured, creating a formal club that charged money motivated partially by the need to raise funds for refugees from the Hungarian Uprising of October 1956. Since that time there have been peaks, slumps and shifts in the popularity, influence, styles and purpose of what is broadly called folk music, the definition of which is still argued about and which encompasses so much. With all this the Topic has survived and adapted when all the other clubs formed before it (and many since) have folded, and now it claims to be the oldest folk club in the world - certainly the oldest continuously-operating weekly folk club.

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http://www.topic-folk-club.org.uk/ Map> Ewan MacColl had founded the first English folk club, the Ballads and Blues, in London in 1953; later known as The Singers' Club, it closed in 1991. The Good Earth, also in London, was founded in 1954 but had gone by 1959, by which time, according to Alex Eaton, the only provincial clubs listed in Sing along with the Topic were Wayfarers in Manchester and Spinners in Liverpool, both now long gone, though it seems The Bridge, should also have been mentioned. The Bridge Folk Club in Newcastle was founded by Louis Killen and Johnny Handle in 1958, putting it in the same era as the Topic. It has been in the same venue from the start which the Topic certainly can't claim. Much of The Topic's existence has been at just two venues 22 years at the Star (1969-1991) and 10 years at the Melborn (July 1995 to the end of 2005, when the Melborn announced it was closing as a pub). The Topic has always been weekly, and there have been more than 2,500 club nights and hundreds of people have appeared on the Topic stage - paid guests, semi-professional support acts, visiting club exchanges, and local singers and musicians. There is now a full roster of guests, from all over the world as well as the UK and Ireland, supported by local floor singers, and when there are no visiting artists there are singers' and musicians' nights, which have sometimes been looselythemed. On any Thursday night you can just listen or you can contribute a song or two and continue the traditional ethos of the earliest days, with people making music for themselves and each other live. Everybody is welcome to enjoy and express so come along and join us.

Some up coming dates at topic Folk Club: Joseph Topping Thursday May 31st 2012 at 8:30 Entry: £6 (£5 members) Joseph Topping is a multi-instrumentalist and a highly respected singer/songwriter from the Wirral. As well as a solo performer, Joe has played with the late John Wright (who covered one of Joe’s songs) and is now a member of the successful Elbow Jane and also Ashley Hutching’s Rainbow Chasers. Apart from his musical wanderings, Joe is also known for his geographical rambles: in 2006 he did a 1400 mile solo walk across America from Chicago to New Orleans. With his guitar of course. Joe’s latest (of three) solo album Ghosts in the Shadows features songs inspired by, learned on or written on his walk. Expect sensitive songs and intricate guitar playing.

Paula Ryan - Jun 14 Paula Ryan is a York-based singer songwriter, originally from Tipperary. She has been active on the folk scene in and around York for many years, both as a solo artist and in varying collaborations. She has regularly toured the USA, France and Germany both performing and organising/ running workshops in singing, song writing, percussion and rhythm in those countries as well as in the UK, Ireland and as far away as Tanzania. Her performances are laced with the warmth, wit and passion of her Irish roots.

Brian Peters - Jun 21 Brian Peters is one of the English folk scene’s great all-rounders: a compelling singer, a top squeezebox player and a skilled guitarist. Brian is considered one of the country’s best anglo-concertina players and is as proficient on the melodeon. Internationally known as a singer of traditional ballads, he delivers a repertoire of startling variety, so alongside those classic songs from the tradition, and lively English dance tunes, you can expect to hear newer songs, his own instrumental compositions, and wild squeezebox excursions into ragtime or blues. “A singer, guitarist and melodeon player of rare ability…. an unusual repertoire, and unusual conviction in singing it” – Dirty Linen (USA)

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New single Egokiller return…as “1 take” wonders?

You might think it an impossible notion, like something from an alternate universe, multi genre rock bands of the future manifesting songs from some great universal musical over mind. Cosmic inspiration? recorded in just one take, taking creativity “further”, musicians in the “zone”…complete with seemingly psychic key changes…well that would certainly be something, far fetched? …Well… As a matter of fact, it may be happening somewhere in Leeds right now. If alternative Jam band egokiller are anything to go by? A story sure to help their certifiable reputation as one of Leed’s premier musical tight rope walkers. For a long time seriously missing in action, now they claim they’re writing and recording hooks faster than the early days of the Beatles!. Over the moon to finnally announce a return to regular “live” playing and their new promo video for the single “Pity cash” out now and exclusively available to view first, here on the Yorkshire Gig Guide website. Previously in 2009 launching their own outrageous manic multimedia event “egokiller TV” and bagging some airtime on Sky, it ended up a further 2 year struggle to come back from a scrapped debut double album influenced by the West Coast jam band scene along with another abandoned albums worth of “Dance music”. Any hopes of being some kind of UK “Indie Dance Grateful Dead” left in tatters. Enough to drive any band crazy? After re-grouping and changing drummers the results are two new download singles “Pity Cash” that’s seriously catchy rock n roll. (being rather typically topical, taking on the international Bankers) plus a tongue in cheek funky freebie called “Hi Jinx” about their two years of “loco” ups and downs, due out end of April 2012. So with rumours of a forth coming Summer CD E.P featuring numerous special guests a good time to check in on the latest, but firstly, back to the “psychic tunes thing”…just what are they on or on about?

So you now write all your songs in one take? “We’ve always been hook hunters, trying to make every song a single, but things went a bit bonkers late 2011, we’d started with 100 styles and vibes written on pieces of card and put in the stripy bobble hat, we call it “the magic hat Jam”, there may be a short documentary about it later

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in the year. You pull the cards out the hat, hide them from each other and then launch into the jam, it makes you play outside your box! We did a couple with the hat, then we ditched it and things really took off. It’s like we’re no longer writing, creating the music as such, it just arrives mostly fully formed, almost a bit like some kind of channelling. It adds to the intensity of the moment, It has to as we no longer do second takes, maybe we’ve turned into the ultimate flukes, the subconscious, but it brings a risk element and a crazy energy to the music. We used to just play the occasional long made up jam, now we get choruses, verses, breaks and key changes and sounds coming out in just the right place at the right time on a regular basis it makes the hair stand up on the back of our necks. It can also break your heart, we’ve lost 3 singles this year alone due to power cuts!

If your “channelling” so much material why only a rumoured E.P not a double album? We only had a 4 track to record rehearsals and any new grooves on, we never expected the way we make music to change so intensly. By the time we realised what we had, we had over 40 new tunes and ideas from lengthy sessions of continuous playing, the evolution forced us to save up and upgrade to a 16 track desk, we are going to give the 4 track tunes away free to fans later in the year, the new singles and everything from now on is the same process but recorded live in the room at much better quality. We expect to be giving away a lot of free music to spread the word, its building up. We always wanted to develop into a band that could really jam, now that certainly seems to be happening in ways we never imagined. There must be other bands out there writing the same way, using it to create everything in the moment, we just weren’t expecting it to turn out like this for us or so easy?

Why did you write a song about bankers? Because nobody else has it seems?...Where are the protest

songs?...Other than Neil Young and the Dixie Chicks…rock n roll’s rebelio’la has mostly been deserted…the rock n roll revolutionary spirit has been utterly under exposed with help from wilful media ignorance ever since 911, but it certainly hasn’t left us. We didn’t get into rock n roll to just play it safe to get on TV, we write about everything happening around us, and that inevitably will include subjects and situations that might happen to be a bit controversial. The underground will not be ignored or no longer happen, it just probably won’t be televised. We are there for the people who are bored by the X Factor and getting lost in games consoles, we saw “The Voice” the other night and it was like a surreal mix of Karaoke and cage fighting, we are happy to be anyone’s antidote to any repetitive wail fests, if your desperate for a bit of musical adventure, more variety and in need of a reality check, we might just be able to help?. .Were not the A-Team though, we’re easy to find and not scared of flyingJ

How was it making your first proper promo video? Great, we filmed it headlining a couple of what we like to think were “Stone Roses style” underground warehouse parties alongside friends and fellow Leeds band “Alaska”, we owe a lot to them , and Anthony Murray and What’s The Story Productions, big thanks, they did an inspiring job filming and editing and putting on great nights. We love the people who support us, the dancing “egotwists” and the “ego-centrics” who study the segued sections of the set, that’s what we affectionately call em’ anyway, the dancers and the watchers, nice right now starting to find out we’ve not been forgotten?

So tell us some info on your new CD? We have discovered it’s all about working with the right and wrong drummers as anything can happen, previously in 2011 Tribo Civolani did an amazing job and helped us up go next level, with his endless energy. Now we are currently working with three different drummers and another three up and coming for the second CD later in the year. The new material is recorded on first meeting, we’ve never

played with any of them before and we just meet at the studio hit record and go for it, so far we are really happy with the results, the projects currently code named “Hot Dreams and the Drum machines”. It wasn’t planned, it was a joke of an idea originally, we were just going through another evolution. It’s not your typical song writing process, we just hope it keeps working. Can’t imagine going back to the multi-take slog and any drummers that want to get involved with the projects and also do some shows, please get in touch.

Will there be a return of egokiller TV events? We’ll have to see, we are looking for the right venue with the right attitude, we’ve heard it’s been missed and we know when it comes back the demand for that kind of thing should be even bigger, it’s just a matter of time probably, get in touch venue managers and promoters?.

Your live shows in the past have had some “epic” reviews...where can people catch you in 2012? See www.egokiller.co.uk, all our shows and reviews are listed there, it’s our brand new website, we got all sorts coming up from shows in Leeds like at Massey’s celler bar on 8th May, Headingley Beer festival at the end of May, Mustard-stock in Chapel Allerton and even the UK’s two biggest UFO conferences in Liverpool June and August. Pay us a visit, the site has everything from a Radio One review spoof to a chance to vote on our latest jams. Now we’ve got an 11 seater van being reconditioned for use on the road, so future gigs may lay much further a field, we love to hear from anyone who wants us to bring some killer shows to their area?. Love and thanks Yorkshire Gig Guide for the chat xJ

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SCHOOLS IN FOR SUMMER Sheffield Theatres is offering budding performers and theatre practitioners a fun fortnight of activities to inspire and entertain this summer as their successful Summer School programme returns from Monday 23 July – Friday 3 August. première on the Studio stage Aimed at adults and on Friday 3 August. young people aged from five upwards, Working with the two Summer School 2012 youngest groups (5 – 8 and 9 provides the chance to – 12) is Alex Thorpe, who returns to the theatre play, make, share and perform, while working following his residency earlier this year, where he was with experienced Assistant Director on professional theatre Democracy, Betrayal, artists chosen specially Company and One Monkey by Sheffield Theatres. Don’t Stop No Show. Alex

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Sheffield Theatres’ Creative Producer, Andrew Loretto (LeanerFasterStronger and Lives in Art) will lead the 16+ theatre group, alongside Sheffield born choreographer, movement director and dancer, Caroline Lamb (Passing Through). Lighting designer and technical consultant Dave Roxburgh will teach the technical skills local by supported In a change to previous years, will be group with Jenny Crowder choreographer, and dancer Summer School 2012 has (Company, One Day When split the sessions for four age Martha Lamb and Emily We Were Young and Hutchinson, Sheffield groups: 5 – 8, 9 – 12, 13 LeanerFasterStronger) and Projects Creative 15 and 16+. There is also a Theatres’ Sheffield Theatres’ Assistant Manager. group for learning technical Stage Manager Lucy Topham skills for ages 16+. Over the Leading the two 13 – 15 year (Betrayal, The Way of the two weeks each of the old groups is theatre director World, Company and groups will devise a series of and producer Rebecca Gould Othello). brand new short plays and and actor and director, Supporting the sessions, performances that will is Rebecca Smith. Denny which will take place on

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Sheffield Theatres’ stages and in the rehearsal rooms, is voice coach Nia Lynn, currently working on the RSC’s Olivier award-winning production of Matilda, and movement coach Balbir Singh, Artistic Director of locally-based Balbir Singh Dance Company. Balbir most recently staged Synchronised at Pond’s Forge in Sheffield, a fusion of Kathak dance and synchronised swimming as

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stage management and acting skills in a professional, friendly environment.’

Sheffield Theatres’ Creative Producer, Andrew Loretto commented: ‘The artists leading this year’s Sheffield Theatres Summer School bring an outstanding range of international theatre experiences to our venues. The Summer School represents an unbeatable opportunity for young people and adults to learn lighting,

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20th July 8pm - 11.15pm Library pub (upstairs venue)

Alaska + Littlemores + The Dukes of Bevington + Pips COST = £4 adv - Jumbo Records £5 on the door

Alaska: http://www.alaskaofficial.com/ ‘Girl’ http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=49dh6QuY2Y8 One of the best bands on the scene returns to 360 Club ahead of their appearance at ‘Green Man’ festival. "slanted and enchanted, lo fi indie tunes - think Pavement fronted by David Byrne" - Stephen Moore, The Islington Gazette "Nick John Henry produces a big noise from one guitar and had something of Syd Barrett around his songs. Dramatic slashes of guitar cutting through lyrics which seemed to be studded with surrealism. Interesting stuff." Jonathan Aird, AmericanaUK.com

“Their songs are wonderfully unpredictable, varying between sprawling and compact, surfinfluenced and desolate. Some wouldn't be out of place on a Coen Brothers film soundtrack. Indeed, ALASKA are the kind of band that wouldn't seem out of place in many settings far grander than this.” Leeds Music Scene.net

“Their first performance here was outstanding and since then they have gone from strength to strength working their way up the bill and they certainly deserve all of the applause with which their set is met this evening.” Rebecca Atkinson – Leeds Music Scene. http://www.greenman.net/artist/al aska Littlemores: http://www.littlemores.co.uk/ http://youtu.be/4Lqtn8KJy50 Championed by Tom Robinson his on BBC6 Music show and it’s not hard to see why when you hear them. “every now and again a truly remarkable band stands out from the crowd, and right now the fabulous Littlemores from York are that band for us.” – Galtres Festival “they blew me away and played, what can only be described as one of the best gigs I have ever seen and I am ever likely to see.” Stereoboard.com 'Littlemores continually radiate a carefree and hair-ruffled joy that carries them along, backed by an intelligent guitar-pop suss with a beating heart and lyrics of astute

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intelligence. They say what they feel, not what convention dictates. And therefore their music carries an integrity and honest embrace that is sorely missing from most current UK guitar bands. The softer side of Arctic Monkeys, the stonier path of The Maccabees and a handful of unpretentious Ska to sweeten the whole cake into one joyful, to the point and abundantly pleasing collection' - David Edwards Drowned in Sound

same time. Music for a multi-tasking generation… Other reviews: http://rockreviews247.com/2012/01 /26/littlemores-idle-idols-ii-review/ http://www.aaamusic.co.uk/2012/02 /12/littlemores-idle-idols-ii-ep/ http://.loudhorizon.wordpress.com/2 012/03/05/ littlemores - idle - idols ii-ep/ The Dukes of Bevington: https://www.facebook.com/tdob.offi cial

Their EP Idle Idols - received 5 stars on Stereoboard and one track - Larry "Finally, the stars of the night. The - topped the Strummerville DIY chart Dukes of Bevington stride onto the for two weeks last summer - and they stage, these guys know how to put were the houseband on Radio 1 's on a show. Well rehearsed and Switch show with Nick Grimshaw slick, to the point of introducing and Annie Mac. crowd participation, no matter that it Their instrumentation is unusual - with came across as a bit cheesy. Solid trumpet, accordion, a Hammond-like drumming by James Locke worked keyboard and a simply gorgeous well with bassist and lead vocalist guitar sound blending beautifully with Scott Quinn. However, top marks an engine room of lyrical bass and go to Christian Davies on guitar who precise, driving percussion. shows not only superb technical skill but also plays like he means every A sound track of Indie jangle, bluenote" eyed reggae and white boy Ska that makes you dance and think at the - Stuart Rhodes - Harrogate Advertiser 6/1/12

Deliver new, refreshing, and exciting music far from the usual styles that dominate Indie bands. They mix adventurous bass riffs, epic guitar melodies and pumping drums, with vocals guaranteed to get you singing along! Pips: https://www.facebook.com/pipsba nd are a funk rock medley best viewed through a 1990s style pair of disposable sunglasses - take your favourite old CDs, cram them into a blender and switch it on. Next, drink the resultant mix of Chilis, Rage and others! Chunky riffs keep you moving whilst the slap, chop and change keeps you on your toes. It's appreciatively unpredictable and tight as a Yorkshireman's wallet! £4 Adv - Jumbo Records. £5 on the door. 18 event. http://www.jumborecords.co.uk/tick ets.asp?event_id=13969

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JUMP ON THE BANDWAGON AND GET YOUR SELF A GIG BandWagon is a new innovative service putting musicians in touch with gig opportunities and a network of event promoters and organisers nationally. Potential shows are posted daily resulting in hundreds of opportunities across the UK. Three months after it’s launch and BandWagon passed the significant milestone of 1,000 artist members and is rapidly becoming a vital gig booking service for UK indie bands at bandwagongigs.com Adding to this initial success BandWagon plans further services offering artists a sustainable gigging platform, where bands can access a

BandWagon has also added festivals to its list of available show slots and is the official submission site for the new variety of venues both locally “Fulham Fest”. This new inner-city festival will take and nationally and build an place on Friday 27th April engaged and loyal fan base. across six venues in SouthStan Mcleod, BandWagon West London including Co-Founder, said “We are Under The Bridge, a fantastic delighted with the progress 550 capacity new music of BandWagon, our focus in venue located in Chelsea the coming months is to FC’s Stamford Bridge continue developing gig stadium, designed by Jim opportunities in our major Cafarelli. cities and nationally too. We Glasswerk Promoter, Alex will keep adding exciting MacHorton said “it’s features to BandWagon to further aid gig hungry artists proving to be a very useful platform for promoting our and hard working gigs and venues, and for promoters”

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The Crow Knows Music Presents: Support: Latter Day Saints, Tokyo Corner, Ringo & The Wolf.

PROUD MARY

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Produced by Noel Gallagher and released on Gallagher’s very own Sour Mash records. Records these days are too often described as timeless but this debut offering was one which was truly that.

Paul Weller and Ocean Colour Scene. This not only introduced many new fans to the music of Proud Mary but it helped to shape the band into the formation that it is today, a class live act. The The influences of Dylan, Paul Newsome’s song writing 2nd album Love and Light was so touching and personal included the indie chart hit The Rolling Stones and The Faces were there to that you almost felt part of Mexico and features work the songs themselves. It was from Andy Rourke (The be heard yet at the same so easy to feel a true Smiths) and Gordon Raphael time the band had connection with what was a (The Strokes). managed to create a genuine rock’n’roll band “A lesson in songwriting” playing songs about their rock’n’roll record that (Noel Gallagher) lives and their dreams. touched the heart and “When Proud Mary let The album 'The Same Old fed the soul of the Blues' was well received and loose,they really bite” (Q) current generation. as a result the band went on “If you like swaggering scarfwaver tunes with vast Singer Greg Griffin’s vocals to secure support slots with choruses and singers who left you with hairs standing on none other than Oasis, Neil sound like they swallow redthe back of your neck and Young, The Stereophonics, Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

hot pokers, you’ve found your Holy Grail” (The Guardian) “Raw-throated singer Greg Griffin is a star” (The Mirror) “A classic rock ‘n’ roll band” (Caleb Followill – Kings of Leon) “It’s music that should be reverberating around stadiums before too long” (The Times) “Imagine a bastard son of Bob Dylan fronting the Verve (but with a better slide guitarist) and surely you’re already in the shop” (Evening Standard) “Proud Mary are a big wheel ready to roll!” (Uncut) “Expertly done” (NME)

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MERSEYSIDE HERO IAN PROWSE HAS ANNOUNCED HIS FIRST MAJOR UK TOUR IN 4 YEARS

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Coinciding with the release of 'The Best of Ian Prowse’. Ian will be performing his most noted songs from his bands 'Amsterdam' and 'Pele’ plus his solo work. These shows will reflect Ian's entire career.

spent 5 weeks at the top spot in his home country. Ian's first successful band Pele were a huge live draw in the early 1990's and despite only scoring 6 minor hits in the UK managed to chart in Portugal, Holland, Germany and even hit the number 1 spot in South Africa. The famous primary coloured Pele T shirts were Ian Prowse and Amsterdam everywhere at the time. are aiming to better 2008 Meanwhile Ian and which saw them duet with Amsterdam's SpringsteenCostello on EMI Records, storm Glastonbury following esque live show has wowed Liverpool’s Echo Arena, as a UK tour and release the well as Glastonbury, and Arm in Arm album which earned them a high profile ended up being voted 14th fan club from Mick Jones, best ever album out of Liverpool by the local press, Bob Harris, Chris Addison and Miles Hunt. which when you consider The new album 'The Best of the Beatles released 10 is Ian Prowse' contains eight some feat! Pele and nine Amsterdam Ian's most famous hit song classics, as well as duets 'Does this train stop on with Elvis Costello and Thu 19 April: London The Borderline Merseyside' (Previous single Christy Moore and 3 brand 'The Journey' hit number 32 0844 811 0051 / www.gigsandtours.com new tunes. in the UK charts) was John Fri 20 April: Bristol Thunderbolt Peels second favourite tune, Ian Prowse and his John would regularly be too seven piece Amsterdam 01179299008 / www.bristolticketshop.co.uk emotional to speak on the band will be going on radio after playing it. The Sat 21 April: Liverpool Kazimer tour this April with song itself got a further lease 0844 811 0051 / www.gigsandtours.com tickets available at the of life as one of the centre Tue 24 April: Manchester Band on the pieces of Irish legend Christy following outlets: Wall, 0845 2500 500 / Moore’s latest album which http://bandonthewall.org Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

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Live Music experience for families- “Its ideal for children- I went along, loved it been every year since” said Jim Reis. “Fantastic camping fantastic people... In the main field area loads of food, great pancake stall, pizza, Tibetan, vegie, foods amazing- food kids’ll eat” “The music's fantastic the kids loved dancing” “Then there’s the QueerinSpace tent which essentially as far as my kids are concerned is a dress up tent.... my eldest four at the time got up on stage with a lad she’d met, they found cut out guitars and within half an hour had put on a show!! Every one just got on board and had a right time, it was brilliant”

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create animations then mix it all up on a screen, creating your own live video experience ! Creative Dance: Workshops will be between 11 and 2 p.m for Street and Urban Dance, “Then there is a whole field that is for Cheerleading workshops will be kids!! Face painting, puppets, taking place between 5 and 7 hoolahoops disco dj’ing and music will also be an after-dark telescope p.m. making and oh so much more” session this will bring the solar They will be choreographed system to life aided by projected “One of those festivals where the people images and music (of course!) routines by Lauren to chart music. make the party, everyone who comes Weeny Boppers Music and knows they are not just there to pay their movement activities, singing, The workshops will be for all ticket and watch the show, everyone games and musical instruments ages and abilities. comes bringing a bit of themselves to all for the very young children. And the usual favourites: add to the show. I would call it an old Chamjam Puppet & Mask Making Steve Wilkinson, Juggling school vibe.” Does what it says on the tin – workshops – balloon and artist. Puppet & Mask Making from hand Lesley Graham, Painting on “We’ve always loved it as a family made templates. Open to all ages pottery, from mugs to plates to festival so chilled out for the kids, plenty join in and get messy! piggy banks. of people to play with plenty to amuse Electric Juice CiC Arts & Crafts Face painting & Hair Braiding them, we get moments of peace and workshops utilising all natural or quiet whilst they are amused so it’s recycled materials make your own Musical workshops ranging from voice to harp, Guitar taken by the always a good one for families” said dream catcher, fairy wreath or Legendary Jon Gomm.Dj Caroline Reis. tutu! Circus skills taught in their Workshops with Jim ReissHarp very own art garden. workshops with Sarah Dean http://www.limetreefestival.co.uk/ Outtaplace, Breakdancing!, ** All staff working in the children’s Stenciling and Graffiti Art !, Beat area hold the necessary CRB checks Boxing and Scratch DJ and liability insurance. Workshops!, Junk Sounds – make music with old synths and electronics !, VJ workshops –

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BRIGHT LIGHT SYNDROME: EP LAUNCH! + ALAN RAW - DJ SET. +ARROGANCE OF KING CANUTE+TSAR NICHOLAS III+RETURN TO ALJUSTREL

April 27th The Library (upstairs venue) Leeds, LS2 3AP £4 Adv - Jumbo Records. Tickets> £5 on the door. 18+ Event ID may be required Alan Raw is DJ’ing the event and any bands/ artists who bring a demo will get them played during his set, he will then have a copy he might play on his two BBC Introducing shows.

giving off a bit of a Madness vibe in places (mostly down to the sax) these guys handled the stage like pros. Some frankly ridiculous basswork, inappropriate in absolutely every other Releasing their debut ‘Innocence Is Bliss’ will be context, consistently available for download at: EP ‘Innocence Is raised a smile while http://www.brightlightsyndr Bliss’ on Monday 30th confident vocals in the me.com/ from 7pm on difficult to master low April. Exclusive preMonday 30th April. release CD’s of the 4 ‘BLS’ have Tom Robinson register proved what subtlety these guys could track EP, will be (BBC Radio 6) & Alan manage. One to watch." Raw (BBC Introducing)as available at the gig, Tim Hearson - Leeds fans, who play their tunes featuring some Music Scene. regularly. The band will be fantastic artwork and “The saxophone is an live in session on BBC a bonus track, not original and valuable Introducing West asset that brings colour included in the digital Yorkshire,Thursday 19th and uniqueness to their April from 7pm release. music. They have just The Arrogance of King ‘The brilliant Bright Light enough of that bizarre Canute: Facebook page Syndrome’ – Alan Raw – look and sounding that a BBC Introducing "....ten points to Gryffindor band needs in order to for The Arrogance Of King draw my attention. The ‘A sublime piece of indie Canute who were pop that shows off the Arrogance of King Canute incredible talents of BLS. thoroughly entertaining as has a promising style well as musically Everything about this drawn towards diversity interesting. Proggy hints tracks screams HIT!' and originality” Iva (with a name like that, Steve Tay – A Musical Dulkova – Leeds Music you'd be disappointed if Priority Scene there weren't) and some ‘Epic’ – Supajam. stomp-worthy rhythms Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

Tsar Nicholas III & the Exiles: "Stripped back lo fi sound. There are elements of late night jazz from the dark corner of a dive bar and comparisons have been made with the more sombre moments of Tom Waits. It's a format that allows Wallace's stories and observations to take the lead and draw the audience into the heart of his tales." Craig.A Wagon Wheel Media “The group play brooding bluesy Americana with just the right amount of insanity and a generous dose of unusual instruments including saxophone, melodica and a Vibraslap. The songs are stripped down but not sparse as the emphasis falls largely on the dark but humorous story based lyrics and the jaunty sax/bass work. It's a refreshingly unique performance and fans of Tom Waits and The Birthday Party will find a

Every Friday at the 'Library' Leeds360 Club showcases the finest live music in Yorkshire, playing host to different acts every week showcasing a variety of genres and styles including, indie, rock, funk, elctro-pop, electronic, folk and Jazz...if it's good I put it on!! The Library - Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, LS2 3AP, 360 Club Facebook lot to enjoy here.” Rebecca Atkinson – Leeds Music Scene "With a voice akin to Matt Beringer of The National and tunes to melt even the most frozen hearts " - Nick Knack - Dead Young Records "Artists that they remind me of are Johnny Cash and Nick Cave , but imagine they were from the north of England and grew up with acid house and cheap netto scotch and turned that experience into something thrilling and

feeling and melodic and powerful" Ross Holloway - Post Records Return To Aljustrel: Facebook Page "A 6 piece alternative/progressive band from Leeds fusing early 70's progressive/phsychedelic influences with big vocal harmonies and interweaving guitar lines. Their subtle, careful arrangments give a deep thoughtful sound with multiple layers of colour and huge dynamics."

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Tilt Cafe & Sports Bar's 1st ever BATTLE OF THE BANDS! Saturday, May 19, 2012- 7:00pm, Free Entry, 5A Wellcroft, Town Centre, Shipley, BD18 3QH

FREE ENTRY TO ALL WHO WANT AN EXCELLENT NIGHT OF LIVE MUSIC!! The competition is open to all bands, with £300 for the winners, and £150 for the runner up. Format Each Band will each play a short set, which will be followed by a panel of judges offering feedback on each performance. After all bands have played, the audience will vote for their favourite whilst our headlining act, Operator Six, play to an appreciative audience. Once Operator Six have finished their set, the winner will be announced, and they will play another short set.

For the spectators FREE ENTRY. All are welcome to come along and enjoy the jam-fest - YOU ARE THE JUDGES! The audience will voting for the winner, the only rule is that all spectators MUST be aged 18+, and bring ID if you look under 21 years of age. For the bands If you are in a band and interested in taking part, please send us a message via our facebook page, or email to gailmiscwork@hotmail.co.uk with a contact name, telephone number, band name & genre played. All genres will be considered, and the participating bands will be

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announced 2 weeks before the event. If any of your band members are under 18 years of age, please advise us of this, and if you make the line-up we will advise of the strict rules that apply to minors playing at our venue. If we find that bands have not been honest about the age of any of their band members, they will be instantly disqualified - all band members will be ID'd upon entry! UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES will under 16's be allowed to play, with no exceptions.

Operator Six headliners for Battle Of The Bands - these guys are truly awesome! And remember, entry is FREE for all to come along and watch!! Don't miss out on a great night, put it in your diary, invite all your friends and BE THERE!!

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Twilight Hotel at Friargate Theatre w/ Carissa Lee Broadwater & Jonny Gill characteristic dark twang and “The dark moods invite comparisons to Nick Cave noir cabaret. “A collection that pulses with the but the couple have spirit of Tom Waits The very best moments are when Zdan takes the become rulers of their lead vocal. She is astonishing” Rock own genre” Uncut **** 2009 JUNO Nominees, Twilight Hotel, is the musical partnership of Brandy Zdan & Dave Quanbury. Together they possess an elusive chemistry and a musical flavor that has been hard to define by their fans. “Sublime harmonies, stellar songwriting and dark, vintage vibes” as described by Performing Songwriter Magazine. Zdan on a ’62 Harmony Rocket, ’57 Silvertone Lap Steel and Honer Accordion, and Quanbury on the upside down 30’s Parlour guitar, homemade stomp box along with a 40’s Stratoliner Vintage Microphone. They can be seen accompanied by a rotating door of ‘junkyard’ percussionists adding to their

n Reel **** “Supreme country-folk from hugely talented Canadian Duo... a riveting listen and bursting to the gills with magical moments.” Maverick Magazine **** Hailing from the fertile music scene of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, Zdan & Quanbury met in 2002 at a folk festival and realized the power of combining their talents. They have recently re-located to the music hot-spot of Austin, Texas but remain true to their Canadian roots. in 2008, they released their sophomore album Highway Prayer, produced by Colin Linden. Recorded in Nashville, TN, Highway Prayer features prolific guest musicians including the late Richard Bell (Janis Joplin, The Band), Stephen Hodges (Tom Waits), and Dave Roe (Johnny Cash). The 12 original songs run the gamut from

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the opening rockabilly jump manifesto, Viva la Vinyl, the street busker feel of Shadow of a Man, to the heartbreaking confessional closer Sand in you Eyes. Highway Prayer received critical praise both nationally & internationally including a debut at no.2 on the Euro Americana Chart, a Western Canadian Music Award for Outstanding Roots Album Duo/Group, a 2009 JUNO nomination for “Roots & Traditional Album of the Year”, and included as both ‘top 10 to watch in 2010’ About.com Folk Music ’9 to watch for ‘09’ by Performing Songwriter Magazine. In 2010 Twilight Hotel released their 3rd album, ‘When the Wolves Go Blind’, which they recorded in Los Angeles, California with John Whynot and a stellar rhythm section. The album received outstanding reviews on both sides of the Atlantic and was premiered in Europe during the band’s outstanding tour in March 2011.

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LEEDS Underground 16 - 22 AUGUST 2012 Leeds Underground presents a week of music concerts across the city, showcasing local Yorkshire bands. The ‘Underground’ has emerged from the fringe and has been organised by an innovative collaboration of music activists forging a focal point for talented local artists and bands. Together the Underground aims to put together the best unsigned event in the region as well as raising money for Martin House Children’s Hospice. Collectively the Underground supports local bands in many diverse ways, promoting unsigned talent and being a meeting point for everyone involved in the local music scene. - Check back for Underground News, which will be updated regularly. - 4th-5th August The Grove Festival The annual Grove Festival cannot take place during Leeds Underground week this year, it is still an important part of our event however, and we will be having a special preview event at this popular festival. Last year was great fun, with an amazing two day line-up. Details of this year will be added soon.- Free Event Thursday 16th August This and That Promotion hosts Leeds Underground @ Carpe Diem Acts tbc, 20.00hrs, Age 18+ Free entry Geho Events hosts Leeds Underground @ The Well Headline, Littlemores +,British Racing Green, + Sharp Darts, + PaperPlane 20.00hrs Age 14+ £2 Friday 17th August Mr. Gary C hosts Leeds Underground @ The New Conservatory Acts tbc, 20.00hrs, Age 14+ Free entry METAL FRINGE @ Empire Acts tbc, 20.00hrs Age 14+ £3 It Might Be Vinyl hosts Leeds Underground @ Carpe Diem The regular Rock/ Indie/ Metal/ Soul/ HipHop Club Night at Carpe Diem joins Leeds Underground 20.00hrs Age 18+ Free Entry Two Sevens party hosts Leeds Underground @ Baby Jupiter Two Sevens Party are 2 selectors DJing reggae/ska/dub currently with a residency at Baby Jupiter in Leeds City Centre, UK, on the 3rd Friday of every month. 20.00hrs Age 18+ £2 Saturday 18th August Yorkshire Gig Guide hosts Leeds Underground @ The New Conservatory Headline Thomas Hingley (Tom Hingley, ex-frontman of one of the most influential bands to come out of Manchester, The Inspiral Carpets. As well as maintaining a successful solo career, Tom now fronts new band, The Lovers. http://www.tomhingley.co.uk/) + Sharp Darts More> + Kascarade More> + Asios Eyes More> 21.00hrs - 02.00hrs £6 otd £5 advnc Tickets> Age 18+ Grain Division hosts Leeds Underground @ Carpe Diem Acts tbc, All Dayer, Age 18+ Free Entry Hempen Gig hosts Leeds Underground @ The Dry Dock Acts tbc, All-Dayer, Age 18+ Free Entry Leeds Acoustics hosts Leeds Underground @ The Midnight Bell Acts tbc, All-Dayer, Age 18+ Price tbc METAL FRINGE @ Empire Acts tbc, All-Dayer, Age 14+ £3

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In Venues all across the city see listings for details Sunday 19th August Mañana Nights hosts Leeds Underground @ Carpe Diem Acts tbc, All-Dayer, Age 18+ Free Entry Leeds Acoustics hosts Leeds Underground @ The Midnight Bell Acts tbc, All-Dayer, Age 18+ Price tbc METAL FRINGE @ Empire Acts tbc, !8.00hrs, £3 Age 14+ Monday 20th August The Beat Surrender hosts Leeds Underground @ Empire Headline Marsicans + St. Somebody + French Soul Party 18.00hrs £4 adv, £5 otd Age 14+ Event Lyrically Justified hosts Leeds Underground @ Carpe Diem Headline OPEN MIC; LJ welcomes all new artist and are on the look out for talent to perform and present:- Singers, Mc's, Musicians, Poets, Bands, Dancers, Beatboxers. So no matter what your flavour is share it with us.LJ offers an alternative night out guaranteed to uplift you and provide pure inspiration and entertainment. Everyone is welcome. We're inviting you and your mates to come down, get drunk, share your talents and have a good time. Open-Minded Open Stage. We want you!:- Don't put you dreams and destiny on hold For Info or a slot text or call 07816251288 and ask for Sykes 18.00hrs, Free Entry, Age 18+ Tuesday 21st August The Beat Surrender hosts Leeds Underground @ Empire Headline Quentins Basement + Life in Colour + One Stop Railway 18.00hrs £4 adv, £5 otd Age 14+ Jonathan Edwards hosts Leeds Underground @ Carpe Diem Acts tbc, 18.00hrs, Price tbc Age 18+ Wednesday 22nd August The Beat Surrender hosts Leeds Underground @ Empire Headline Catfish and The Bottlemen + The Mexanines + PaperPlane + Midweek Blues 18.00hrs £4 adv, £5 otd Age 14+ Rock Nation hosts Leeds Underground @ Carpe Diem Acts tbc, 18.00hrs, Price tbc Age 18+

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Burton Agnes Jazz and Blues Festival, July 6th, 7th and 8th www.burtonagnes.com Burton Agnes Hall, Burton Agnes, Driffield, East Yorkshire,YO25 4NB

Held over three days, with performances both inside the stately Elizabethan Hall and outside in the Hall’s beautiful grounds, the Burton Agnes Jazz & Blues festival presents a varied line up of funk, traditional jazz, hard blues, dreamy vocals and everything in between.

2012 Festival Tickets info: Weekend Advance Ticket Friday 6pm – midnight, Saturday 11am – midnight, Sunday 11am – 6pm £50 (Concessions £48) Concessions: OAP’s, Season ticket holders, students, children 12-15 years Children under 12: FREE with an adult Day Ticket: Saturday 11am – midnight £35 (Concessions £32) Day Ticket: Sunday 11am – 6pm £30 (Concessions £28) Evening Ticket: Friday 6 pm – midnight or Saturday 6pm – midnight £25 EACH DAY (Concessions £23) Camping Voucher: Camping open Friday 3pm – Monday noon £35 Available online at www.burtonagnes.com and from the Festival Ticket Office Tel: 01262 490 324 Or Visit Burton Agnes Hall and its courtyard shops.

Inside the Hall, intimate acoustic performances mix with original Elizabethan carvings and French Impressionist art to create an inimitable festival experience.

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“Tis the musical equivalent of a Sunday stroll through the grounds of a stately home… you won't find more beautifully serene surroundings this side of Woodstock for such an experience”

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A campsite in the field adjacent to the Hall offers welcome hot showers and panoramic views of the Yorkshire Wolds for those wishing to pitch a tent for a night or the The charm of the house whole weekend. is that it is clearly a loved and lived in home Burton Agnes Jazz & Blues Festival welcomes and visitors are families of all ages with welcomed openly by its safe, easy-going vibe. the family in joining There is plenty on offer for them to spend many children including a enjoyable hours at Children’s Corner with Burton Agnes Hall. play area, 15 acres of The main stage on the magical gardens to lawn hosts the festival’s explore including a walled headline acts. With rolling garden with maze, jungle fields behind and pristine garden and giant games woodland to the side, you and a woodland walk with couldn’t ask for a more forest creatures to find. stunning setting for some Free face painting and of the UK’s top Jazz and balloon artistry caps off Blues artists to perform. the entertainment.

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Local food and drink feature heavily at the festival. At the tea tent and food lawn, festivalgoers can indulge in home-baked treats, barbecued local meats, freshly prepared curries, and salads grown in the neighbouring walled garden. In the beer tent award winning Wold Top beer is on tap, brewed just five miles away from the festival site. On the Friday and Saturday evening the Wolds Top beer tent plays host to the Beverley Arts Trust’s late night sessions of folk, jazz and rhythm ‘n’ blues. “Possibly the most enjoyable jazz concert I've ever attended.” The Independent

6:30pm - 7.45pm Octopus 8:15pm - 10:00pm Zena James Late Night Sessions Courtesy of the Beverley Arts Trust 10.00pm - 10.30pm John Cox 10.40pm -11.10pm Bandiqui 11.20pm -12.00 Alligators Saturday 1.00pm - 2:25pm The Lemon Monkeys (Matt Smith and Carlos Olmos) 2.45pm - 4:15pm Zoe Gilby Quartet 4:35pm - 6:05pm The Give A Little Love Jazz Orchestra - A Horace Silver Tribute 6:30pm - 8.00pm Stacey Kent 8:20pm - 10:00pm Ian Siegal & The Mississippi Mudbloods, featuring Cody

Dickinson, Luther Dickinson and Alvin Young blood Hart Late Night Sessions Courtesy of the Beverley Arts Trust 10.00pm -10.30pm Val Marshall 10.40pm -11.10pm King Courgette 11.20pm -12.00 This Way Up Sunday 12:00pm - 1:30pm Rob Law Quartet with Thom Whitworth 1:40pm - 3.00pm Tribute to Atlantic Jazz 3.15pm - 4.45pm Sean Taylor 5.00pm - 6.00pm Ben Beattie's Jazz Essentials plus Simon Cunliffe-Lister Festival organiser and saxophonist Simon Cunliffe-Lister will play out the weekend with Ben and his band.

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Welcome to Grassington Festival... A Blooming Marvellous Festival of Delights!

Have you ever imagined a secret magical garden full of hidden treasures? Where you wished you could stay forever? Well, take that image and enlarge it. Then scatter in some world class music and arts, transplant it to one of the prettiest places in the Yorkshire Dales and you’re starting to get a picture of what lies in store as Grassington Festival

provides a bouquet of delights in the summer of 2012. The programme comes into flower on Friday 15th June with a carnival parade announcing the arrival of a colourful fortnight of music, theatre,

comedy, film and visual arts. And that’s just the beginning of a programme packed with famous faces, budding stars and lots of surprises. And the best thing about it is...the garden gates are open to everyone!

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...... Just a taste of the many delights on at the Festival... Saturday 16 June Miscellany: ‘Happy and Glorious’ Musical Jubilee Celebrations! Miscellany brings you a great evening’s entertainment to celebrate Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee, with music, songs and laughter from all corners of the United Kingdom. Whether you like musicals, operetta, folk music, modern songwriters or good old fashioned humour, there is something here for you. Bring your champagne and flags and round off the evening by raising the roof of the Octagon Theatre with well known songs from the Last Night of the Proms. Grassington Town Hall | Tickets £9.50 | 8pm – 10pm Thursday 21 June Patsy Matheson & Becky Mills Since the breakup of Waking the Witch, Patsy and Becky have continued to delight audiences throughout the UK. Now, as they release their new solo albums, these two world class songwriters, singers and guitarists have joined forces resulting in a unique sound, drawing on roots in traditional and contemporary folk, acoustic blues,

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R & B, jazz and rock, with an emphasis on intricate vocal harmonies. Combine this with the pair’s engaging charm and sense of humour, and this promises to be a very special evening. Cruck Barn, Craven Arms, Appletreewick, BD23 6DA | Tickets £7.50 | 8.30pm - 11pm Saturday 23 June Raven Mysterious, diverse, earthy and spirited, Raven presents a unique blend of music through their haunting harmonies and crunchy chords. Taking you on a fabulous journey through a fusion of irresistible sounds: daring choral, sizzling salsa, ethereal melodies and rootsy folk. Playing a variety of instruments including keyboard, penny whistles, accordion, guitars, flute, congas, ukulele, recorders, and djembe. Raven create a tapestry of life, love and laughter. The Methodist Chapel, Chapel Street, Grassington BD23 5BE | Tickets £5 - Students/Under 16's £4 | 8pm - 10pm

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LEADING INTERNATIONAL CRIME WRITER PETER ROBINSON COMES TO BEVERLEY FESTIVAL

SUNDAY 17th JUNE 11.45am – 1.00pm Concert & Dance Marquee – Leisure Complex, Flemingate, Beverley

SUNDAY 17th JUNE 11.45am – 1.00pm

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Once again, the festival welcomes back international best selling author, Peter Robinson, the author of the DCI Banks novels, the most recent of which is Bad Boy. loved, most enthusiastic Being a fan of folk music, and loving the and, at times, most quietly controversial of figures. festival and its great His skill, stage presence atmosphere, he will be and natural charm have won visiting the festival for him many admirers, not only from within the folk the third time, this scene, but also far beyond year, where he will be it. joined by leading folk For the festival, Peter has legend Martin written a special short Carthy. story, specifically fitting His novels have been translated into over twenty languages, and he has won a number of international awards, including the MWA Edgar, the CWA Dagger in the Library and numerous others. In 2011, the first series of DCI Banks showed on ITV, starring Stephen Tompkinson, and Peter was inducted into The International Hall of Fame. His latest book, a nonseries novel titled Before the Poison, was a number one UK bestseller. He has published two collections of short stories, Not Safe After Dark and The Price of Love. Martin Carthy has been one of folk music's greatest innovators, for over 40 years, and is one of its best

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for the festival weekend, and will be reading this interspersed with songs and music by Martin Carthy. A partnership made in Heaven! “I've been a folk music fan and a Waterson/Carthy fan for many years and was thrilled at the opportunity of performing a story with Eliza Carthy's music on several occasions over the last few years, two of them at the Beverley Folk Festival. This year I'll be doing something similar with Martin Carthy, and I'm very excited about that. I also get to wander around and listen to some really terrific singers and musicians.

BEVERLEY FOLK FESTIVAL NOMINATED FOR TOP TOURIST AWARD IN YORKSHIRE

Once again the Beverley Festival – Folk, Acoustic, Roots has received acclaim for its work and the opportunities it offers to those attending it and to its local community. Next week ( 22nd March) it will be meeting other nominees in the category – Best Day Out in the East Yorkshire region at the VHEY( Visit Hull and East Riding) Award What better way to spend a ceremony, where it finds out weekend?” said Peter if it has won the award. Robinson Director of the festival Chris The event will appeal to crime Wade said of the novel lovers as well as music nomination “It is a great honour to be nominated for fans and promises to be a sell out. Some of Peter’s books will this award. It demonstrates that the festival is be available on sale and for recognized as having an signing after the event. impact on the local area as well as attracting a larger number of visitors to the

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area for. Its success lies in its innovative programme which attracts audiences of all ages and interests, as well as its great location on the edge of a beautiful, historic market town.” The festival, which has been twice nominated for Family Friendly Festival and once for the Best Small Festival, in the UK Festival Awards, is an event that has not gone unnoticed by both audiences and critics alike. In 2010, The Independent on Sunday classified it in the top 50 festivals of all kinds in the UK that summer. It may be smaller than some festivals but it clearly delivers. With its friendly and intimate atmosphere, and

A wide range of concerts and activities for those attending the event, with a special emphasis on families and children, makes the event a perfect weekend for all. Tickets are selling fast with special rates only available until the 31st March. info@beverleyfestival.com located close to the centre of the attractive East Yorkshire market town of Beverley, it has a great deal to offer visitors. In addition to a fun packed weekend of music, dance, workshops and informal sessions for adults, families and young people, combined with the opportunity to wander around the historic town. Visit its world famous gothic Minster, sample some of the many local pubs, cafes and restaurants, and Saturday is Market Day. Visitors have everything they need for a full weekend. For those wishing to explore further afield, the festival is located on the edge of “Hockney” country, with its attractive Wolds landscape, and is only a short distance away from the East Yorkshire Heritage Coast. This year’s headliners include rock and roll legend Joe Brown along with folk rockers Steeleye Span and Scottish band the Peatbog Faeries, said to be “ the future of Celtic dance”.

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The last weekend of September will see the launch of a brand new boutique festival set in the rural idyll of unspoilt East Yorkshire, with the simple aim of producing a chilled out atmosphere to celebrate the mellowness of the changing season, spiced with fine music, food and drink 28th -29th September Beswick, Low Farm, Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire YO25 9AX www.cornucopiafestival.co.uk Tickets>

The inaugural Cornucopia Festival will offer an eclectic mix of Americana, Folk and some classic British R&B over the nights of 28th and 29th Sept,. Fine local produce and beer will be on offer as well as traditional games and a green fair, including 'hands on' crafts with a green theme, all situated on an idyllic working farm in rural East Yorkshire The full line-up is yet to be finalised but bands already confirmed include British R&B legends Wilko Johnson for the Saturday night and Nine Below Zero for the Friday night Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

Famed for being the essential force behind Dr. Feelgood during their initial years, including the band's first four albums, Down by the Jetty, Malpractice, Stupidity and Sneakin' Suspicion, all released between 1975 and 1977. Johnson had a cult following amongst fans of the four-piece band. This following has broadened and increased dramatically since the release of the film ‘Oil City Confidential’, one of the best ‘rockumentarys’ ever made Since forming in 1977, Nine Below Zero have earned a loyal and dedicated following throughout Europe, based on their no-nonsense approach to classic British R&B. Their legendary album ‘Live at the Marquee’, released in 1980 is one of the greatest live albums of all time. Still featuring founder members Dennis Greaves and Mark Feltham, the bands following has never been greater and their tour schedule for 2012 is hectic to say the least.

The presence of these two bands alone is ensuring a healthy start to ticket sales, but in addition there will be a wealth of Americana and acoustic music to enjoy during the weekend, including rising Canadian singer/songwriter Lynne Hanson, fresh from her UK tour supporting Grechen Peters, and In Fear of Olive, currently enjoying massive airplay on BBC Radio 6 However there will be a lot more than music at the Cornucopia Festival. Situated close by the main and acoustic stages will be the beer tent featuring a wide range of real ales from throughout the region, plus our food tent, serving hot food all day. Organisers are currently working with the very best local producers to ensure that all of our food is of the highest quality and prepared to a high standard. Away from the music stages there will be a green fair, featuring ‘have a go’

crafts of a traditional nature, organised by the Beverley Green Party, plus a host of traditional country games to provide hours of gently competitive entertainment for adults and children alike. Something to particularly look forward to is the pedal powered Scalextric! Camping will be available ( along with hot showers!) on both the Friday and Saturday nights, but unfortunately dogs and other pets, apart from guide dogs, cannot be allowed on site as the festival is situated on a working farm More acts are being added to the lineup by the day and we are organising more attractions to fit in with the theme of a chilled out family friendly festival set in glorious East Yorkshire countryside, but tickets are now available from www.wegottickets.com, and from the festival office by calling 07969 457382. Full details of the inaugural Cornucopia Festival can be found at www.cornucopiafestival.co.uk

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BEVERLEY FESTIVAL 2013

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Fri 21st – Sun 23rd June 2013 30 Years 1983 - 2013

Beverley Folk Festival makes Exciting Racecourse move for its 30th Anniversary Birthday Celebrations The Beverley Leisure Complex has been a great venue over the past few years, but with increasing pressures on space and facilities there, and to ensure the future sustainability of the Festival and its growing needs to develop, has led to an exciting development for the 2013 event.

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Artists already confirmed for 2013 The Proclaimers • Show of Hands with Miranda Sykes • Eduardo Niebla • Edwina Hayes • Farino Circus Envy • Eric Brace & Peter Cooper (USA) • Coco and the Butterfields • Lau • Henry Priestman Blackbeard’s Tea Party • The Young ‘Uns • The Duncan McFarlane Band

Hayes, David Ward McLean and The Duncan McFarlane Trio.

Chris Wade, the Festival’s Artistic Director, explained: “Preparations are already well underway for celebrating this landmark in Beverley Folk Festival’s history – none more so than a change of To celebrate its “Big 30”, the location to the Beverley Folk Festival will relocate to Racecourse. Over the Beverley Racecourse. The years, we have gone from new venue will provide being a local festival for excellent facilities for the traditional folk music, to Festival and is surrounded by become an exciting and From a small-scale series the natural beauty of the vibrant mix of music, of concerts run by a Westwood, whilst still being poetry, comedy and film within a stone’s throw of the enjoyed by families and handful of volunteers in historic town centre. The festival-goers from all over 1983, Beverley Folk the country. The move to Festival has grown to be move will include a new one of the most popular partnership with the Beverley the Racecourse means we Race Company to help ensure can work towards of its kind, listed in The the Festival’s long-term expanding the range and Sunday Times top ten of sustainability. scale of performers, festivals and regularly alongside working with our st receives praise from the On Saturday 1 September new partner, the Beverley 2012, a sample of musicians regional and national Race Company, to look at lined up for the 2013 Folk press. long-term sustainability and Festival will be performing at further successes. When However, the town is different the Racecourse as part of a people come to the to how it was thirty years ago, race fixture, which will also racecourse on September with venues that the Festival include a beer festival run by 1st, they will be able to get used to hire either no longer Hull and East Yorkshire available or having changed, CAMRA. Artists who will be a feel for the new festival making them no longer suitable performing include Edwina site with some live music – for the event as it is today. we want to give people a Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

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For 29 years, the Beverley Folk Festival has helped to put Beverley on the music map. With past acts ranging from Paul Carrack and Billy Bragg, to Steeleye Span and Joe Brown, the ever-popular event has become a hit with both local residents and festival-goers from further afield.

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taste of what the Festival has the country and beyond to our to offer, whilst enjoying a historic market town.” great afternoon at the races.” Hull-based singer-songwriter Sally Iggulden, Chief Henry Priestman, who Executive of the Beverley regularly performs at the Race Company, agreed that Festival and was a founder this is an exciting time for the member of 1980s band The Festival and is looking Christians, welcomed the forward to working in move. He said: “I feel partnership with the event privileged to have been asked organisers: “The Folk Festival to play Beverley Folk Festival is a very popular and wellfor the last four years running; respected Beverley it's my favourite festival to institution. We hope that our play, and to attend. Change partnership will bring sometimes scares people, but something new to the being a local boy, I feel that Racecourse and Events the move to Beverley Centre and provide a longRacecourse can only be a term home for the Festival positive thing. I'm sure the itself, which, like us, helps to move will offer some great attract visitors from all over opportunities to develop

further, and what a beautiful location, right by the Westwood. Here's to 30 more years!” With artists already lined up for next year including The Proclaimers, Show of Hands and Circus Envy, the organisers and Beverley Race Company are committed to retaining the same intimate and creative, eclectic and quality experience festivalgoers have come to expect and enjoy. With all this in place, the thirtieth anniversary of the Beverley Folk Festival will definitely be something worth singing about.

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Wilful Missing

‘Molehills out of Mountains’ - CD/LP/DL Label Little Attic Records Take a Listen On Sound Cloud rd Release 23 Jan 2012 (available from their website now)

Wilful Missing’s debut album ‘Molehills out of Mountains’ builds on the bands recent successes, coming as it does off the back of two well received Eps (Vast Atlantic, 2009 and Loose Ends, 2010), and a surge in popularity when four of the bands songs were featured in the popular BBC drama, Waterloo Road in 2011.

Wilful Missing’s unique cross-genre, cross generational appeal is fuelled by outstanding musicianship and song craft. Sam Kipling’s emotionally charged and intimate vocals draw the listener in subtly supported by the bands intricate attention to melodic and harmonic detail. Enticing and alluring and delightfully, emotionally complete.

The album includes two of the songs that fans of Waterloo Road have been eagerly anticipating. ‘Constitution Failed’ and ‘Cry For The City’, are included on the album, while ‘Blue Poetry’ will be the B side to a future single.

“Varied in expression and tempo yet consistent in musical vision... Wilful Missing will be going places, I’m absolutely sure” - Folk and Roots

‘Molehills out of Mountains’ also includes award winning song ‘The Waltz’ which won the 2011, 2 weeks to make it Sheffield video competition.

“Right up my Street” Steve Lamacq “Utterly Delightful” - Drowned in Sound “Beautifully inventive” - Folk Radio UK

“Really, Really Good. Bradford Rocks” R2 (Rock ‘n’ Reel)

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‘Molehills out of Mountains’ - CD/LP/DL Label Little Attic Records Take a Listen On Sound Cloud rd Release 23 Jan 2012 (available from their website now)

“Varied in expression and tempo yet consistent in musical vision... Wilful Missing will be going places, I’m absolutely sure” - Folk and Roots

‘Molehills out of Mountains’ also includes award winning song ‘The Waltz’ which won the 2011, 2 weeks to make it Sheffield video competition.

“Right up my Street” Steve Lamacq “Utterly Delightful” - Drowned in Sound “Beautifully inventive” - Folk Radio UK

“Really, Really Good. Bradford Rocks” R2 (Rock ‘n’ Reel)

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‘Molehills out of Mountains’ - CD/LP/DL Label Little Attic Records Take a Listen On Sound Cloud rd Release 23 Jan 2012 (available from their website now)

“Varied in expression and tempo yet consistent in musical vision... Wilful Missing will be going places, I’m absolutely sure” - Folk and Roots

‘Molehills out of Mountains’ also includes award winning song ‘The Waltz’ which won the 2011, 2 weeks to make it Sheffield video competition.

“Right up my Street” Steve Lamacq “Utterly Delightful” - Drowned in Sound “Beautifully inventive” - Folk Radio UK

“Really, Really Good. Bradford Rocks” R2 (Rock ‘n’ Reel)

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‘Molehills out of Mountains’ - CD/LP/DL Label Little Attic Records Take a Listen On Sound Cloud rd Release 23 Jan 2012 (available from their website now)

“Varied in expression and tempo yet consistent in musical vision... Wilful Missing will be going places, I’m absolutely sure” - Folk and Roots

‘Molehills out of Mountains’ also includes award winning song ‘The Waltz’ which won the 2011, 2 weeks to make it Sheffield video competition.

“Right up my Street” Steve Lamacq “Utterly Delightful” - Drowned in Sound “Beautifully inventive” - Folk Radio UK

“Really, Really Good. Bradford Rocks” R2 (Rock ‘n’ Reel)

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Amsterdam in Bradford!!! Saturday November 26, 8.00-11pm, Blue Room, Kala Sangam Tickets: With festival ticket £12.50, without festival ticket £13.50, on the door £15- More>

One of Liverpool’s finest exports is coming to the Raise Your Banners Festival in Bradford on Saturday 26th November. Fronted by ex-Pele singer Ian Prowse, Amsterdam are a seven-piece Celtic, soul, rock, folk and pop band who are justly acclaimed for their amazing, fiery live shows.

The legendary Liverpoolborn John Peel cried every time he played Ian’s song 'Does This Train Stop On Merseyside?' and Elvis Costello loves the band so much he has recorded with them. I n an era where many rock bands are somewhat scared of making political statements, Ian Prowse and Amsterdam are

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THE GREAT MUSICAL BAKE OFF in aid of Children In Need Live Music Cake Sale Raffle prizes include: Meal at The Midnight Bell Hamper from Out of The Woods A case of beer

Evening sets from the following acts at The Midnight Bell Pub, Water Lane, Leeds Miranda Versus The Crok March of Dimes Claire Cameron Band Tag Team Preacher Daytime live music at both Out of The Woods locations:

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Claire Cameron Band and Miranda Versus The Crok acoustic sets Set 1: 11:00am12:30 Out of the woods on Water Lane Set 2: 14:0015:30pm Out of the woods Granary Wharf All money raised goes to Children In Need:

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The Troubadors; rousing, passionate and uplifting performances this acoustic West Yorkshire band is not to be missed

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Music with heart and soul is the force that is The Troubadors!

Steve Chapman Smith, Guitar, Bouzouki, Bass, Mandolin & vocals

Based in West Yorkshire the original duo of Steve and Andy were joined by Paul and Martyn in late 2009

Andy Healey. Guitar, Harmonica & vocals

"Stolen time" their debut album was released late 2009 and the boys have been busy promoting it ever since.

Paul Green, Mandolin, Violin & vocals Martyn Hirst, Banjo, Squeezbox, Percussion & Vocals

With influences including Gram Parsons, Steve Earle, The Waterboys, Jackie Leven, and Jimmy Webb.

Kirkby Fleetham Folk club, Headlined the big top stage Fri night at the acoustic festival of Britain, Coastival festival Scarborough, Headlined the Colne folk festival and played countless clubs and pubs.

The Troubadors celebrate the art of songwriting and are in their element letting loose their voices in delightful harmonies onstage. Their stage shows delight audiences across the country honest, ready, sometimes chaotic but ALWAYS from the

Mike Harding recently posted this video on his facebook page and left the comment “ Real good stuff”

The boys have also recorded live sessions for BBC radio Leeds and BBC radio Liverpool and have filmed a video for their song “Broken Bridge” ( see above) Festivals in 2011 included Ingleton folk festival, Craven acoustic festival, Galtres festival, Warwick folk festival, Hillside festival, and Todstock

heart! A powerfully eclectic mix of acoustic based Americana, Country, Folk, Bluegrass & roots that they just love to unleash through their distinctive four part The second album from the Troubadors is well under way harmonies. and will be released in March Their album “Stolen Time” was 2012 released in 2009 and the boys More>

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Troubadors up coming gigs:

Jan 27th Fulford Arms York, Feb 2nd Bar1.22 Huddersfield, March 10th Ingleton ex servicemens club May 19/20th Clennel Hall Folk Fest, NE, August 11th The Swan Addingham

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have been busy promoting the album all over the North. Recent gigs have included The Crown of lights festival, Court in session @ Otley courthouse, The Red Shed with Alan Prosser from the Oyster band, The Duchess in York supporting The band of Heathens and Rachel Harrington and Rod Clements, The city screen Basement in York, supporting Elizabeth Cook, Headlined the acoustic stage at Todfest, Shepley Spring Festival,

The band also run their own acoustic night once a month at Henry Boons in Wakefield which is now in its 4th year and booked up a year in advance with lots of fantastic acoustic based artistes. More information and music can be found at http://www.thetroubadors.co.uk

For bookings stevechapmansmith@yahoo.com Tel: 07929 361507

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stories to cakes and cheeses! This will be followed by a Theatrical Sunday Lunch and the entertainment will conclude with a good old knees up to round up the weekend.

The Little Festival Of Everything 25th - 27th November

The Little Festival Of Everything will bring almost 100 arts, music and theatre events to the beautiful Fauconberg Arms pub in Coxwold, North Yorkshire this November.

residents, tourists and audiences it provides a weekend jam-packed with quality events to enjoy for free.

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Please check Venues and events before setting offThe whole thing is being streamed live across the weekend by , so the world can watch too. This is more than just a rural festival, this is one of the best arts parties of the year with some of the best artists in the country coming to make work, try ideas and play.

The line up over the weekend The Festival is sponsored by is stunning, drawing together Theakstons, Welcome to artists from across the country Yorkshire, local businesses This new business model is and will include: members of and the residents of Coxwold made possible because the , a collective Village residents of Coxwold Village of actors and musicians based Dates: Fri 25 – Sun 27 have offered their spare rooms at The Point in Eastleigh; November 2011 for artists to stay in and children’s theatre companies Tickets: Every event across the sponsorship from Welcome to and ; weekend is free. Some events Yorkshire and local businesses dance company and are ticketed, due to capacity so will cover artist expenses. award winning cabaret artist you’ll have to put your name . This new festival is being The weekend will kick off on down. Other events are Local acts include: York writers organised by local theatre Fri 25 Nov from 6pm with a unreserved, so you can just turn big opening party where local and performers up and join in. Once you are here company, musicians, strolling storytellers and you can buy the special food and , and is the Simon Rheinberg, proprietor of drink the pub are creating for the and magicians will welcome , innovation of Alexander weekend. There are no table you to the idyllic country pub performance poet , the pub says: Wright, who has enjoyed and entertain you by blazing reservations or meal times, just York based Theatre Companies food when and where you want log fires over real ale and and , much success over the it. Easingwold singer songwriters last three years as one of platters of local food. Contact: The full programme Every space in the pub will be the Artistic Directors for and can be found at given over to exciting and Ampleforth www.littlefest.co.uk. performances from the bars Assistant Director at Ceilidh band. and restaurants to the toilets We very much look . and the heated summerhouse Sunday morning sees the forward to welcoming down the garden. There’ll be whole pub transformed into The aim of the festival is to plenty of participation on offer The Little Market of Everything, bring a diverse range of acts you to the very first where local foodies, crafts together in a rural setting and with workshops including Little Festival Of for artists to use this weekend street dance, stage combat and people and artists will set up Everything. poetry and events will cater for stalls and anything can be as a retreat to try out new traded, from secrets and work amongst their peers. For everyone from families to Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

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Rock the Ringside II: In Memoriam Wednesday, November 9 · 7:30pm The Ringside Hull. In Memoriam Facebook Page £2 OTD, £1.50 for those in fancy dress. As all profits go to Hamerex are a 5 piece the RPL, donations are welcome. heavy metal outfit, founded back 2004 by Steve Blower The First Rock the also be a 'military theme who looks to the roots of dress' allowing £1.50 entry Ringside was metal from the early 80's for those that come in a successful enough to military themed outfit or and combines it with different aspects of entice the team to have a combat print piece metal.The band are an of clothing on. Any military organise a second outfit (including non-combat energetic and entertaining one. roles) from the Late Modern live band with a large catalogue of catchy and Period of history (1900 to The gig had a pretty present) will be allowed but melodic songs. good turn out, and obviously strictly no Hamerex Facebook everyone appeared to offensive outfits. Main support comes by way have themselves a There will also be a of Innersylum good time. The team costume contest, and the Innersylum are a 4 piece even recovered our one wearing the most epic organisation expenses. costume will win a bottle of heavy/power metal band based in Kingston upon wine. With that being in mind, Hull, East Yorkshire. Each Headlining this event will be member has a vast amount since RTR2 will be hosted on November 9th, which as the mighty Hamerex and it of experience playing live is also being counted as a we know is two days away and recording with previous date on their Rites of from Armistice Day, any bands. This is shown in the profits made on this one will Passage tour. quality of their music. They be donated to the ROYAL are influenced by all genes BRITISH LEGION. There will of rock from Queensryche

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and Rush to Slayer and Anthrax. Innersylum Facebook Opening proceedings are the New-Wave of British Heavy Metal fuelled Violent Deception. A four piece Heavy Metal band who practice the art of 100% British Steel. If you like riffs heavy enough to crush your soul, screaming solos, thundering bass and machine gun drums as well as anthemic choruses, catchy hooks and fist in the air melodies then Violent Deception is for you! Violent Deception Facebook

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The Raise Your Banners festival returns for another vibrant weekend of music and politics, celebrating the struggles of ordinary – and extraordinary – people through, music, film, theatre, workshops and speakers. Performers this year include folk legend Peggy Seeger, BBC folk award-winner Ewan McLennan, radical jazz performer Gilad Atzmon, and singer-songwriters Robb Johnson and John Tams. Big sounds come the bands Amsterdam, Seize the Day and local favourites the Hall Brothers.

country. Other events over the weekend include musical drama, workshops, speakers, film shows and a whole lot more.

This year the organisers are running an online competition for new political songs, and giving winners the opportunity to appear alongside Robb Johnson. “We want our festival to raise the banner for songs that actually address people’s real lives, so The festival also hosts a series of as part of this year’s festival we're concerts by political and community encouraging people to send in choirs, and this year Bradford recordings of their songs to put on Cathedral will be filled with the soaring our website,” said Sam Jackson from sound of 30 choirs from all over the Raise Your Banners. “Robb will be

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listening to the songs and has kept a couple of slots open for people to perform their songs as part of his concert. Raise Your Banners draws people from across the UK and beyond to hear some of the finest performers of political music, to learn about the history of political song, to engage in debate and to meet others who share similar hope for change. Full programme details and tickets (prices between £7 and £15) are available on the Raise Your Banners website at www.raiseyourbanners.org

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Momentum Grows as music activists support the Campaign to keep ‘The ‘Well as a Live Music Venue http://www.thewellleeds.com/ The campaign to stop Leeds live music venue ‘The Well’ from being turned into a restaurant is gathering momentum with 2500 signatures in its first week. J Pullan & Sons Ltd owner of the Joseph's Well office complex wants Enterprise Inns, the lease holders, to turn The Well into a restaurant. “This would mean closing down The Well as we know it and put an end to decades of live music,” said Drew Lunn manager of the pub and organiser of the petition. The Well (formerly known as Joseph's Well) lies behind the Leeds General Infirmary on the edge of the city centre in Chorley Lane and is a wellknown music venue respected throughout England Bands such as Caliban, The Chariot, The Killers, Editors, We Are Scientists, Bloc Party, Kaiser Chiefs, Keane, Isis, …And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead, The Distillers, Dugong, Against Me!, Strike Anywhere, Fun

and Chimaira have played there over the last few years. The venue supports bands from all genres and all abilities, ranging from internationally established, up and coming to complete unknowns, offering quality music opportunities and experiences to the Yorkshire music community. The pub itself has been a part of the Leeds community at least since the 1930’s (see photo’s in Leodis photo archive), surrounded at first by a large mill which latterly has been redeveloped into a multiple business and office complex. And it’s not the first time it has been tried to make the Well into an eating house as this extract from the Yorkshire evening post demonstrates; “It has tried to change. Some bright spark thought the Well could re-invent itself as a part-time gastro-pub, and it was for a short

while serving a dining menu not dissimilar to that which the Adelphi does so well at the other end of town. It didn’t work, as it was never likely to. The people who come into the Well are generally looking for music, beer and a little dance floor action, not chestnut mushroom risotto or smoked haddock on a bed of spinach and crushed new potatoes.” Yorkshire Evening Post 2011 Michelle Dalgety of Yorkshire Music collective said; “The possibility that we might lose The Well as a music venue is a terrible thought. “Great names have played there over the years, and the current managers have done a great deal to support local music since they took over, with reasonable hire prices and a strong support for charity events, including of course Leeds

Fringe which has had gigs at The Well in 2010 and 2011. “I would urge people to sign the petition and also to attend gigs there, we really cannot afford to lose another music venue,” she said. Drew Lunn said, “We want to show them that The Well is a vital part in Leeds' music community, and that turning the premises into a restaurant wouldn't be in the interests of a significant number of people, not just from the local area, but from the people and bands that travel from all over the country and even world to play and watch gigs here,” said Drew. “Please sign this petition and hopefully we can add some real weight to the argument for keeping The Well as a music venue for years to come,” He added.

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Loving the arts in Leeds Tuesday 27 September till Wednesday 16 November.

www.loveartsleeds.co.uk Leeds is set to see the launch of the long awaited seven-week art festival featuring Ruby Wax. The festival will explore the links between arts, mental health and wellbeing. The ‘Love Arts’ festival has been coordinated by Leeds based mental health and learning disability healthcare provider, Leeds Partnerships NHS Foundation Trust.

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celebrity endorsers have their own personal experiences of mental ill-health and have used the arts as a form of expression.

We want the festival to reach as far and wide as possible. The festival uses art as a way of getting people thinking and talking about mental health.

The festival is the first of its kind and is a culmination of over 50 different exhibitions, theatre performances, workshops and much, much more. Many of the events are free of charge and open to the general public.

and it has come and gone in cycles since then. I look forward to sharing some of my personal experiences with the people of Leeds.”

It is a fantastic achievement for an NHS Trust to organise a whole festival but we could not have made this happen without the support and enthusiasm from our partners.”

The festival has been supported by local businesses including: Community Ventures, Logistik, Hempsons, Deloitte, Beachcroft, Ringways Motor Group, Sainsbury’s Headrow, Bidetime, Platinum and Goldmark.

Victoria Betton, Festival Director and Associate Director at Leeds Partnerships NHS Foundation Trust said: “The festival is an eclectic mix of events to suit people of all ages and from all backgrounds.

Ruby Wax said: “I am delighted to be involved in the launch of this fantastic festival. Mental health is something very close to my own heart. I, along with many others, have struggled with bouts of depression for years. It started when I was ten

The festival will run from Tuesday 27 September til Wednesday 16 November. To find out more go to www.loveartsleeds.co.uk

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Battle of Bands in the Park Pudsey Park will again play host to a great afternoon of family fun and music hosted by Radio Aire’s Danny Mylo.

Saturday 1st October 2011. 1pm to 5pm, Pudsey Business Forum is once again giving local musicians a chance to play in front of industry professionals, as well as the chance to win some fantastic prizes. This year the winning band will receive 2 days of recording time at Cannonball Recordings, free rehearsal time at Eiger Studios, and also have the opportunity to play on the Pudsey stage at this year’s BBC Children in Need. After an overwhelming response from young local musicians, the final bands have been selected, and include local Pudsey bands ‘A Mile Down’ and ‘Boxsmash’. “There’s not a lot going on for kids round here, but there’s a big influence of young music bands and this is a way of bringing them to a wider audience and letting local people know what great young talent there is locally” said event organiser Rachael Jolley-Walker. “Local music industry Advisors will be on hand to give advice sharing invaluable knowledge and contacts to further encourage and support these young musicians” she said. “And it’s going to be a great day out for families to enjoy and celebrate life in Pudsey” she said Music experts include; Mickey Thompson (Leeds Festival Fringe) James Reains (Broken Heart Underground) Michelle Dalgety (Yorkshire Music Collective) Kate Prothero (Music Journalist and former BBC Talent Scout) Aynz (Local band Bludger) Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

Adam Williams (Leeds Indie Radio) Darren Walker (Red Print and Embroidery/Freelance Musician) and of course Danny Mylo (Radio Aire) The bands will be judged by Kate Prothero, Larry & Paul ,Issaac ( Rock School ), Tim ( Factory St Studios) & Mickey Thompson. The event promises to be even bigger and better than last year, and is a great platform to celebrate life in Pudsey, as well as enjoy some great local music. For more information on Battle in the Park, join our FacebookPage. There will also be FREE refreshments provided, courtesy of Britvic. The event is to be held in aid of the North & West Yorkshire Association for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus (NWY ASBAH) . The North & West Yorkshire Association for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus (NWY ASBAH) is a registered charity supporting children, adults and families with hydrocephalus and or spina bifida in North & West Yorkshire. We are affiliated to the national charity ASBAH, the Association for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus. By supporting, informing, and campaigning the Association is continuing to help promote individual choice, control, and quality of life for all the people who use our services We believe that everyone with spina bifida ormhydrocephalus has the ability to get the most out of life

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“Fed up of being trodden on and having our dreams taken away, we raise our heads up from the trenches and prepare to stand toe to toe with anyone who try's to keep the little man down,” said Ian. “We come from the forgotten town of Rotherham, where mass unemployment, drug addiction and town centre brawls are just a way of life,” said Ian. Ian Huddleston & The Expectation effortlessly blend foot tapping melodic indie with hard hitting anti establishment lyrics. Here is the link to their debut single 'the machine', (a double A side with 'Lies') out now and available via itunes, spotify and amazon. ianhuddleston.fourfour.com

Ian Huddleston & The Expectations are.... Ian Huddleston - Vocals, guitars Ben Ellison - bass, Lee Collins - drums, Sam Oldroyd - keys/producer, Matthew Tupholme - guitars.

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Jake Morley New Tour and Single Release “Freddie Laid the Smackdown “ this October Gigs- 9th October - Puzzle Hall, Sowerby Bridge 12th October - The Trades Club, Hebden Bridge

Fresh from a triumphant summer album release, which The Independent gave 4 Stars, things are hotting up for the remarkable Jake Morley. His spring single Feet Don't Fail Me Now, released via Red Grape featured on Dermot O'Leary's Radio 2 and Jake appeared live in session on Janice Long's Radio 2 show . Feet Don't Fail Me Now was also played on Jo Whiley's Radio 2 show in May.

himself” 4 stars - The Independent

Jake’s phenomenal talent as a songwriter and performer have long been recognised by his early fans, but his audience is building quickly and now record labels and publishers are rightly putting Jake Morley firmly on their Jake releases his new single buzz radar. ‘Freddie Laid the Dermot O’Leary’s Radio 2 Smackdown’ in Oct and you show and Q Radio are 2 of can see the brilliant video the many radio stations above. around the UK playing his “Jake Morley and his impressive band more than have what it takes… an ambitious pop sound that is every bit as bright and sparkly as the main player

tracks. Fresh from a triumphant sold-out album launch at London’s Bush Hall, things are hotting up for the remarkable Jake Morley.

Jake’s phenomenal talent as a songwriter and performer have long been recognised by his early fans, but his audience is building quickly and now record labels and publishers are rightly putting Jake Morley firmly on their buzz radar. Dermot O’Leary’s Radio 2 show is one of over 40 radio stations around the UK playing his tracks, live acoustic sessions and interviews, with headline shows booked in across the country over the course of 2011.

"Great real life lyrics and superb virtuoso playing. That's extraordinary!” Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Radio "Jake Morley is not just your average bloke with guitar, he stunned crowds at this years Outside Inside festival with his unique style and is always a show stealer". BBC introducing “It’s phenomenal to watch him but it’s still more daunting to consider that he also sings up a storm and writes cracking songs. Morley is a true original”. www.jakemorley.com/

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Hannah J am es & Sam Sweeney BARTON UPON HUMBER: Ropery Hall Hannah and Sam have been playing together since 2002 are probably best known for their work in Kerfuffle, and in m ore recent years with the Dem on Barber Roadshow and Bellowhead. tunes on Accordion and Fiddle, and the live show includes Hannah's renowned clog dancing.

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Orlagh's Fest - MIDDLEMAN + HOPE and SOCIAL + ROSIE DOONAN and more Friday, September 23 at 7:00pm - Irish Centre York Road Leeds £10 entry- (money raised for Paediatric Intensive Care Unit @ Leeds General Infirmary)

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Orlagh's Fest is going to be a night of amazing live music to mark the 1st anniversary of the death of a cheeky, chatty, energetic little girl. Orlagh Windle passed away on 22nd September 2010, aged 21 months, after a 5 and a half week battle with meningitis.

We have an amazing line-up confirmed so far: MIDDLEMAN +HOPE AND SOCIAL + LAURA J MARTIN

+ ROSIE DOONAN and band + RYAN SPENDLOVE + GARY STEWART She spent five of those weeks AND BAND + DANNY HARRISON + KIERAN O'MALLY on the Paediatric Intensive

Care Unit at the LGI where a ELFM will be broadcasting the gig live fabulous set of staff took such on the night plus there will be some super duper raffle prizes and of course good care of her. To say thanks and to help other children and families who find themselves in need of their care, Orlagh's family would like to raise enough money to buy a much needed machine for the PICU (Paediatric Intensive Care Unit).

no charity night is complete without a TOMBOLA!!!

Tickets are £10 and will go on sale from the Irish Centre, Crash Records or from Emma, Clare or Phil in due course. Watch this space. SPREAD THE WORD.....

Every week, six families have to face the sudden tragedy of losing a loved one to this devastating disease. Meningitis can KILL in under 4 hours For more information about meningitis please visit

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Marsden Festival Oozing Jazz in it’s 20th Anniversary http://www.marsdenjazzfestival.com/

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Marsden Jazz Festival, in its 20th anniversary and situated in a beautiful Pennine village oozes jazz from every nook and cranny, described as "Montreux meets Vicar of Dibley" and "the good old days of Brecon", has more than 70 events scheduled over 48 hours- there really is something to suit every taste! Two All-Stars concerts will mark the opening and closing of the festival, and following the success of last year's festival commission, the Green Seagull, by Tommy Evans, the festival this year have commissioned two new pieces, one from Ben Crosland and one from Richard Ormrod. Highlights also include Kenny Ball, Liane Carroll, Soweto Kinch, The Submotion Orchestra, Trio VD, Asaf Sirkis Trio, and the festival's flagship New Stream; this year's line up including Olivia Moore, World Service Project, and Stuart McCallum. As well as gigs, there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved, from serious musician, to toddler wanting to make some sounds. Marsden Jazz Festival were awarded the Festival of the Year 2010 by Jazz Yorkshire, reflecting the high regard in which this "enormous festival in the little village" is held.

Jazz at the Bandroom Warm-up gigs for Marsden Jazz Festival 17th 30th Sept 2011 This year the fun is starting even earlier than usual. The festival is partnering up with the bandroom in the neighbouring village of Slaithwaite to present two prefestival warm-up gigs. “The festival gets busier and busier each year, and although we are always looking for new ways to increase the range of music on offer, we’re close to bursting at the seams, so when Slaithwaite Bandroom asked if we would be interested in helping to promote some concerts before the festival, we jumped at the chance!” said festival coordinator, Taru Sinclair.

"Vocalist of the Year" by Jazz Yorkshire. Nicki will be singing exciting arrangements of original songs and great standards from the American Songbook. And on Friday 30th September, Swing of Things will get toes tapping with Swing, Boogie & Jive , from Harlem to Brazil; Django Reinhardt to Louis Jordan. Featuring guitars, clarinet, saxophone, violin and double bass, Swing of Things thrill with cooking solos and wry sense of humour. Audiences are invited to dance the night away, or just sit mesmerised by the rhythmic musicianship.

Both gigs start at 8pm and tickets, priced at just £5 are available in On Saturday 17th September, the advance by calling 01484 843335 or Bandroom present Nicki Allan, one of emailing the region's foremost Jazz slaithwaite.bandroom@yahoo.co.uk Singers. Nicki’s rich, smooth voice Venue: and ability to melt the audience's Slaithwaite Bandroom, Castle hearts has won her many fans, and Lane, off Longlands Road, last year she was awarded the

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Jazz at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park Marsden Jazz Festival’s commissioned new piece ‘An Open Place’ from composer Ben Crosland, draws it’s inspiration from sculptures in Yorkshire Sculpture Park's collection. Composer Ben Crosland will talk about his composition and the sculptures Sunday 16th October at 2 pm at a free guided walk around the sculptures along with a curator from Yorkshire Sculpture Park. And now, thanks to a collaboration between Marsden Jazz Festival and Yorkshire Sculpture Park, visitors to the park are able to pick up an MP3 player from the visitor centre along with a map, and walk from artwork to artwork, listening to the music it inspired. Crosland’s suite includes pieces inspired by the sculptures of Barbra Hepworth, Elizabeth

Frink, Henry Moore and David Nash, and captures the awe inspiring surroundings at the sculpture park. “I was delighted to have been commissioned by the Marsden Jazz Festival” “Composing for this sextet has the intimacy and subtlety of a group without drums, but the larger instrumentation provides a broader palette to develop the colours and textures of my writing,” Said Ben. The premiere of "An Open Place" is at the festival on Saturday 8th October at 1.00pm. Tickets priced at £10 are available online at marsdenjazzfestival.com or on 01484 430528.

For more information about Yorkshire Sculpture Park and the guided tours, visit: www.ysp.co.uk

British Composer Awards for Marsden Jazz Festival A piece of music specially commissioned for last years festival has been short listed for the prestigious British Composer Awards. The piece, the Green Seagull was written by composer Tommy Evans and dedicated to his eccentric but much admired uncle. After premiering at the festival in October 2010, the Tommy Evans Orchestra took the piece on a very successful national tour, receiving rave reviews .

The British Composer Awards are presented by BASCA (British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors) and sponsored by the Performing Rights Society for Music, in association with BBC Radio 3 who will be providing exclusive broadcast coverage of the Awards in November.

supportive and helpful in getting this commission off the ground so I owe a lot to them” He said.

Tommy Evans said “'I'm very surprised and very honoured to be nominated for this award. I'm pleased that some of the hard work that I put in to this project is being noticed” “John Quail and everyone else at Marsden Jazz Festival were hugely

Submotion Orchestra feature many musicians who have performed regularly at Marsden Jazz Festival, and are fronted by festival favourite and local lass, Ruby Wood; and the

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And within days of hearing about Tommy Evans’ nomination, the team at Marsden Jazz Festival were thrilled to hear that Submotion Orchestra have been shortlisted for the annual London Jazz Award.

percussionist with the band….? None other than Mr. Tommy Evans!! Submotion Orchestra will be performing a late night gig at this year’s festival on Saturday 8th October. Barney Stevenson, chair person of the festival said “We are all absolutely delighted and very excited about these nominations. “One of the things we pride ourselves on is nurturing new talent and it’s so fantastic to see these musicians honoured in this way,” He said.

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Musical Treats in Marsden http://www.marsdenjazzfestival.com/

The Pennine village of Marsden is gearing up for its annual award-winning Jazz Festival. This picturesque village plays hosts to some of the top names in the Jazz world in just over a week’s time, And as the festival marks its 20th year, this one is set to be bigger and better than ever. The Marsden Jazz Festival takes place over a whole weekend from October 7th – 11th. With just days to go the village braces itself to welcome the huge influx of enthusiastic jazz fans to its streets and venues. Festival coordinator Taru Sinclair says she’s expecting thousands of visitors, “we expect to host about 7,000 visitors, some of them huge jazz fans, and some simply people who enjoy the festival atmosphere and the chance to hear some great music. We have planned over 70 events which will happen within 48 hours! The whole village is packed with music in every conceivable venue!” Once again the impressive line-up of artists at this year’s festival proves that it is a significant date on the jazz calendar. And many of these gigs are free as

Sinclair points out, “we pride ourselves on being able to offer music to suit every taste and you don’t need to buy a ticket for at least 60 of the gigs”. This event is absolutely unique and quite frankly a bit of an enigma. The puzzle is how a quirky picturesque village nestled in the Pennines, with a headline venue seating a maximum audience of only 200, attracts the best and newest jazz musicians to play at its festival and return year after year. The visitor numbers literally swell the population of Marsden by 100%. The people who attend travel from all over the country, Europe and even the U.S. Mike Lucas, the founder of the festival puts it best. “The Marsden Jazz Festival started 20 years ago from two basic principles. The first was that it would be an eclectic festival with all types of jazz represented. And the second

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was that the festival should be everywhere in the village. In the main venue, The Mechanics Hall, yes, but also in pubs and clubs, on the streets: seeping out of the pores of Marsden.” This year sees an impressive line-up featuring established artists such as Kenny Ball, Ben Crosland, Liane Carroll, Asaf Sirkis and Soweto Kinch. Also playing are Trio VD, Submotion Orchestra, and Joe Tatton of The New Mastersounds. The New Stream, presents cutting edge gigs, including Stuart McCallum, WorldService Project, Olivia Moore and Richard Ormrod. The festival will close with a celebratory All-Stars gig, featuring at least twenty musicians from across the festival. Recently added to the

list of stars playing this extravaganza is sax player Snake Davis who is joining the gig because of his love of the festival, "I have fond memories of our show there in 2008, the whole “alpine” village of Marsden was soaked in a friendly, celebratory love of and desire for great music and a great time!" Seats for the paid events are limited so to avoid disappointment the festival

team recommends that you buy tickets in advance. Marsdenjazzfestival.com/ tickets; 01484 430528 enquires; 01484 846969

And with so many free events it’s well worth a visit to Marsden during the weekend even if you have not pre-booked.

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Metal Mayhem; a new Empire rocks the ‘Fringe’

Excitement at Leeds’ very first Metal music festival, Metal Fringe 2011, rocked into action at the Empire.

17 bands from across Leeds and beyond, including Down The Machine who have just been confirmed for Leeds Festival 2011, are ready to rock Leeds. Metal Fringe Chairman, Neil Short, and the MF2011 team have been out in force promoting the event on the streets of Leeds and Friday night saw surrounding areas, and are delighted with the public Down The Machine interest and coverage of the with a raw rock event so far. anthemic Speaking about the festival, performance, Neil said: “This IS the first pumping out exciting event of its kind in Leeds, and only through peoples rhythmic rock support and kind nature can harmonies and we make this a success. We are already in talks about melodies, with powerful lead vocals organising MF2012, and also thinking about supported by strong expanding the event to backing vocals incorporate another city. WATCH THIS SPACE!!” echoed by the enthusiastic screams Get down and rock out to some of the best local talent of the audience. around, and revelers can Just days into the fringe also take part in an auction to win goods donated by and still plenty of time Relic records, Soho’s to get down to the Alternative Clothing and Empire to experience local tattooists during the festival. great metal bands.

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The Alligators & This Way Up, Two wonderful East Yorkshire bands rhythm & rocked pulsating performances in the late night marquee at Burton Agnes Jazz & Blues Festival (June 6th & 7th 2011)- sending the Burton Agnes festival revelers wild with frenetic jiving, hollering and cheers- multiple encores hardly satisfied the audiences thirst for more. The late night marquee, hosted by Beverley Arts Trust again showcased great Yorkshire bands across a spectrum of genres that greatly added to Burton Agnes Jazz and Blues Festival. And during the weekend on the main stage a great line up of Jazz and Blues was enjoyed, including a sizzling performance by Oli Brown (who played the main stage at Colne Blues Festival last year)- So Rhythm & Blues fans look out for Burton Agnes next year it’s a great bluesfestival.co.uk little Blues Festival- not to be missed!

... And so get ready Colne where you can catch both of these great Yorkshire bands in action at the Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival (26th-29th August 2011) The Alligators play Aug 28 at the Rugby Club Venue at noon and The Admiral Rodney Venue, 21.30hrs MySpace page This Way Up play Aug 27 at the Rugby Club Venue at 16.30hrs MySpace page

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Jilly Riley solo artist from South Elmsall, West Yorkshire, making music inspired by the people, for the people. “I’m here to deliver a

brand new sound of freedom to your ears and souls, like you've never heard before!” She said. With a passion to fight for what's good and right ( in a non violent, musically harmonious way), this lass is on a mission to bring freedom and peace back to the people, where it belongs. Jilly is releasing her debut album "Organic Soul" on Saturday, August 20th and will have a special debut album launch party at The Northfield Hotel, 7:00pm, South Kirkby, Nr Pontefract in West Yorks.

And here's what you will taste in the musical cooking pot... ...One extra large helping of hearty soul, divided in to equal parts funk, ska, latin and blues. Add a dash of inspiration from Hendrix, Marley, Stevie Wonder and Sly and the family stone and recorded using some rather odd substitutes for instruments including a wok, bisto tin, fire bucket, spoons, boxes and a vase (amongst others) this unique mix of ingredients blends into a wonderful not to be missed sound. Jilly has been playing and writing since the age of eight and now her

eight year old daughter is following in her footsteps. She sang on the racial harmony single "I don't see colours I just see faces" With her mum, a campaign launched last October as part of a fight against racism. In the future Jilly plans to launch further campaigns backed up by songs on the debut album including, anti nuclear power and war, organic food and farming and the destruction of rain forests and indigenous peoples and their traditions. She's currently writing music in support of the Zapatista army, campaigning for liberation in south America. You can see her perform this Saturday 20th August outside the St Johns Centre in Leeds Dartmund square, as part of the Leeds Festival Fringe. The Verve, Leeds 25th August 9pm, Limetree Festival, Rippon 26th and 28th August Alchemy festival 16th September

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"Rage against Racism" All dayer anti racism festival Now at The Well Pub, Leeds, Saturday 24th Sept- 2pm till late

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The Jazz Blues Experience Get ready to be transported back to the essence of music as you enter the ‘speak easy’ world of the JB Stage at Limetree Festival. Be ready for the taste, aroma and sounds as the authentic flavour of jazz and blues seeps into your soul as you step by the watching sentry of mannequins and enter the world of JB jazz and blues. “The club is based in Oldham said You will find a warm Gene “where you will find great welcome of “floating Jazz tunes, from classic standards to Blues, Soul, Funk, Latin and modern interpretations, 'JB Jazz just superb quality world Blues' currently holds music nights in the Tara Sports and Leisure music. With a collective group of people providing complex in Shaw, Oldham, North West England. Band's of live live music, MC and DJ, you musicians, MC, technical support will enjoy some superb and a full on sound / PA system all go towards making a 'JBs Jazz Blues' musicianship and cool party a gig to remember” he said. company. You’d be hardis proud to be at The Limetree pressed to find better music “JB's Festival this year” said Gene than here at JbJazzBlues “It all started with an appearance by Chunky Butt Funky at JB's which Club. “It’s laid-back, and the mood lighting really sets the stage” said Gene, JB Jazz n Blues organiser. “JB's started out in 2008 as a club night of Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul and other great music. Offering two or three live bands and a chilled out groove each evening, JB's happenings were popular with music and party lovers, artists and audience alike. Since its inception, JB's has developed close links with many musicians, agents and event promoters throughout the UK” he said. Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

introduced JB's to the Limetree team headed by new found friends Sean and Karen Birdsall and in May 2010 JB's organised a storming 'Road to Limetree' gig at Jackson's Pit in Oldham featuring The Tritones and Extra Curricular. Some of JB's music lovers headed on up to Limetree in 2010 and were treated to a quality weekend of music and hospitality. Some of the great performances included Extra Curricular, The James Taylor Quartet and a Craig Charles DJ set” He said. “When asked if JB's would like to be a part of the 2011 festival, it was a question with only one possible answer. Yes, of course.”

“But that just throws up a hundred other questions and the logistics of organising over thirty five artists '150' musicians and a club tent slap bang in the middle of the festival ground. “Artist such as the Northern Jazz Orchestra a superb 18 piece ensemble, Buddy Whittington the master blues guitarist described by the legend John Mayall as ‘possibly the greatest Bluesbreaker of them all’. Praise indeed.” “Tipitina with Debbie Jones, a rich, soulful and very expressive voice, well suited to the blues. The authentic-sounding soloing of Justin Randall shows a mastery of the various New Orleans piano styles and there is also invigorating solo input from the saxist and guitarist”. “Tipitina is made up of musicians Justin Randall, Debbie Jones and

Gary Barber, joined on certain occasions by Andy Jones, John Battrum and Tom Hill.” “ Headlining on Friday the 26th will be the Fox North Coalition who have left behind the legacy of Hijak Oscar and moved on to develop their own style of harmonica driven blues that sounds unlike anything else of its genre out on the scene today. Tim Fox’s lyrics have taken on darker and more dangerous edges that are complemented by Vin North’s distorted acoustic riffery. The trio is completed by Steve Bradley on drums and percussion, making a return to recording and performing after a long hiatus” he said. "You be the judge of the quality of the Artists that appear on the JBs stage". We hope you like it as much as we do and to see you @ The Limetree Festival this summer” said Gene.

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http://www.crownoflights.org.uk/ and blues singer/guitarist come raconteur Chris Martin. After a long absence local musician Pete Long Travelling a similar distance north aka Vanray UK, who runs his own acoustic events at the New from Nottingham for the same show are the powerful acoustic trio Charnwood in the town every second Friday of the month, Starscreen. makes a welcome return himself to Scott Price from the band said, the Comrades stage. Appearing "We were keen to play So pleased are all the artists who for the first time will be Jody Heckmondwike because we could Fitzgerald from Leeds. play there that they're all keen to sense the organisers were really make a return visit! If you'd like free text notifications passionate about their events. Organiser Donal O'Driscoll said, of all future Crown of Lights events When we first played in May last "I'm humbled by all these quality the day before they actually year we had a great night. There artists who travel from all over the happen simply text 'Hi' to 07533 was a really friendly atmosphere country to play for us here in 466129. and the sound and light engineers Heckmondwike. Paul Liddell, who did a fantastic job for us. We didn't Comrades Club (now serving real will be making the 100 mile trip ale!) Regent Street again this coming Friday 3rd June want to leave the stage! We're Heckmondwike Friday 3rd June really looking forward to being said, "I was reading really good Doors 7pm Family Friendly FREE there again next Friday" things about these events on the ENTRY Internet so managed to get a slot in Joining them will be popular www.crownoflights.org.uk/ April 2010. regulars Finola, Jasmine Kennedy

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‘A Summer Session’ of Rock Blues and Folk , Saturday the 9th July from 7pm at the Picturedrome Theatre , Market Walk, Holmfirth A fundraising night of some of Yorkshires finest Rock, Blues & Folk artists will be held in Holmfirth to raise awareness of the dangers of Carbon Monoxide poisoning, and celebrate the memory of Huddersfield man David Swallow who was tragically killed by the toxic fumes from a portable barbecue whilst competing in a motorcycle race meeting in Scotland. The Rock Blues and Folk night, named ‘A Summer Session’ will take place on Saturday the 9th July from 7pm at the Picturedrome Theatre in Holmfirth. Artists and bands appearing are: The Blueflies, Jon Strong band, J.B Goode, Roger Davies, Tim Wood

On the 24th of June David Swallow was dead- to a Silent Killer. Four days earlier David, son of World famous & 9 times Manx Grand Prix winner Bill Swallow from Lockwood, Huddersfield, was racing at East Fortune Raceway in East Lothian. Winding down after the day’s racing David, his Father and friends had a barbeque on the campsite. The night being rather chilly, the almost spent small portable barbeque was put in David’s van to help warm it up, David retired to the van and went to sleep with tragic results.

found high levels of Carbon Monoxide in his blood.

danger of using these apparently innocuous everyday items in any enclosed space, such as vans, caravans and even tents and think a fun, vibrant event like this is a means of getting our message out there as well as being a fitting tribute to the kind of guy Dave was”

Proceeds of the Music event will go to the They battled tirelessly to save him but various charities involved in raising unfortunately David passed away on the 24th awareness and the dangers of Carbon June 2010. Monoxide: Carbon Monoxide be Alarmed, The Dominic Rodgers Trust, and the Royal David was tall, good looking and intelligent, with a loving caring personality Edinburgh Hospital Critical Care unit who took and was universally liked. He loved racing care of David and battled to save his life.

motorcycles, following the footsteps of his Tickets for the event are £10 and father, brother, grandfather and uncles into can be purchased by visiting the classic bike racing, making an

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impression with his own Ducati and www.picturedrome.net and the sponsored rides. He won his first race last event’s Facebook Page season and would have been the one to beat this year. Donations for the Charities can be David loved outdoor pursuits, moors & mountains, and as well as competing on his classic DOT trials bike, would run for hours over the fells of his native Yorkshire and the Lake District, where, in the year that he died, he was planning to do the infamous “Bob Graham Round”, 70 miles of Lake’s mountains in 24 hours.

made to Ruth by contacting her on 07853411364 For further details of the Music event contact Stefanie Carter 01484 660668, 07799 644362 or email

The following morning his father, Bill, tried to wake him but realised he was unconscious and struggling to breathe. He David’s wife Ruth Swallow said “after the was rushed to the Royal Edinburgh tragic loss of Dave to this silent killer I'm keen stefaniecarter@hotmail.com Hospital Critical Care unit where doctors to help raise awareness of the life threatening

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Guitarist of the Year & Album of the Year BRITISH BLUES AWARDS 2010 May 6 Fibbers, York 8pm £14 follows a DVD release last year which saw Schofield join such famous names as Buddy Guy, Eric “Another Level Johnson and Joe Bonamassa, who have Altogether” MOJO DVDs produced by the “In Schofield, the UK has world's largest music print produced the best blues publisher, the US-based guitarist for decades” LA Hal Leonard organisation. Daily News Schofield is one of the few Brits ever to have Now firmly established as appeared on the Hal the freshest and most Leonard imprint. He was exciting blues guitarist to have emerged from the UK also crowned Blues Guitarist and Album of the for many years, Matt year in the 2010 British Schofield plays Robin 2, Blues Awards. Bilston on May 4th to promote his latest CD, In his relatively short which releases the same career (he is just 32), week. Schofield’s prowess as a blues guitarist has taken Recorded in New Orleans his band to 22 countries with legendary producer and brought him high John Porter (BB King, praise in the Penguin Book Buddy Guy, Santana, Keb of Blues Recordings as Mo’), the new album

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organ & left-hand bass) and recent recruit Kevin Hayes on drums (who has a long list recording credits including Johh Lee Hooker, BB King, Albert Collins, Van Morrison and Robert Cray, with whom he cowrote several of Cray’s biggest hits).

Gigs May 4 Robin 2, Bilston May 5 Band on the Wall, Manchester May 6 Fibbers, York May 8 Glee Club, Cardiff (first time in Cardiff) www.mattschofield.net

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“Rodney Branigan is one of the most amazing artists you will ever see.” Rodney tours the UK with Show of Hands this May ahead of his May single release She Bled via LWB Music.

Calling his music ”progressive folk fusion,” but that doesn’t do it justice. Clearly, Rodney Branigan has invented a new genre –– one that blends rock, folk, flamenco, madrigal, classical, bluegrass and jazz –– and, it all works. Most songs are instrumentals that are driving, thumping monsters. The vocal pieces are just as strong with Branigan playing music so compelling that you have to listen to it. It stuns the audience and hushes the room… even in a bustling L.A. club. ‘Rodney Branigan is one of the most amazing artists you will ever see. Not simply because he’s unique, but rather because he’s impossibly talented. Whether this artist made a deal at the Crossroads, or has preternatural abilities is unknown.’

Music Connection Magazine Watching Branigan play is a mind-boggling experience. You look for the hard drive, because no musician could do what he’s doing. When no assistance is apparent, you wonder if he’s possessed. Playing three instruments at once, two guitars (a 12string and 6-string) and a tambourine. His musical facility is so aweinspiring that he kicks the “novelty” tag right to the curb. This is a real musician with extraordinary talent. Branigan starts the show with one guitar across his knee, another resting vertically against his other leg, and a tambourine under his foot. He not only plays these instruments at the same time, Branigan also uses the guitar bodies for percussion. His sounds have attracted people passing by the club, who probably entered expecting to see a full band. Every single one of them was frozen in

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Friday 6th May - Winding Wheel, Chesterfield, S41 7SA - £16 May 26 Topic Folk Club Bradford as Part of the SolaMatik Festival, the Northern Music and Arts Festival running from 21st May to 21st June 2011 festival appearances include: 22nd May Acoustic Festival of Britain 24th-26th June Glastonbury Festival 30th July until 5th Aug Cheltenham Guitar Festival 2- 4th Sept - Weyfest rodneybraniganmusic

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Yorkshire’s Ryan Spendlove pre US tour:

Ryan's unique resonant rich voice and acoustic guitar playing define this album.

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I just love this album, it’s personal, raw and honest and has songs of contemporary fables which are uplifting, diverse, dynamic and which reach out and touch me.

Club on Saturday 25th February. Ahead of his USA tour in March, taking in Chicago, Indianapolis, Kansas City, St Louis, Little Rock, New Orleans and Dallas, to mention a few, local singer songwriter Ryan Spendlove is set to take the stage at Dewsbury Socialist Club on Saturday 25th February. Playing songs from his recently released album Fable, along with some exciting and inspired new material. Ryan, from Wakefield, had his first taste of fame as the frontman with The Blueskins, who’s track “Change my mind” was used in the Dukes of Hazzard movie re-make. His music has also been heard on Lynx commercials on TV. Now signed to Chicago based record label Candy Rat Records, his popularity has soared and he is set to become the ‘next big thing’ to come out of Yorkshire. Ryan’s live performances are energetic and passionate, having audiences singing along and stamping their feet to renditions of crowd pleasers which include ‘Out of sight out of mind’, ‘Silicone puppies’ and ‘Pretty Polly’. Ryan will be supported by York based folk singer/songwriter, Mark Wynn and Leeds based songstress Lisa Marie Glover. Doors open at 8.00 pm. Tickets are £5 available from Dewsbury Socialist Club or from Splash Management www.splashmanagement.co.uk/gi

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First album Fable, Candyrat Records,

Ryan’s bluesy acoustic folk is full of strong melodies and foot tapping harmonies sometimes subtle, sometimes energetic. Fable combines soft gentle ballads and hot passionate anthemic songs. It’s an absolute delight and should be in everyone’s music collection. Andrew Sugden

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Album Fable, Candyrat Records I just played the chords and that melody ran through...

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And everything came out really quickly.... Your new Album is called Fable tell us about that? We decided to keep the name me and the drummer that went on for another couple of years and then disbanded again...

Fable the song is kind of about what a fable is.... I call myself slightly delusional... Nice to have this fantasy of how you see things, how things might turn out...

We burnt out with what we were doing. I took about nine months off. When the band split up it I started singing first, like you do you know, out on just meant everything to me you know it felt like the streets, sixteen, seventeen, what was it at the the dream was over... time Brit Rock sort of stuff... We used to just sing But I had always wanted to do my own album and and I loved the feeling I got from singing it took I just started playing guitar again and after two me back a little bit so I thought I’d better learn an years had enough songs for a decent album... instrument...It happened as simple as that What does music mean to you Ryan? How did you get into a band Ryan? It’s all I've known really,It’s the realist thing that Yes we did all right the Blueskins. Again it was a I’ve had it’s like a good friend who you know that couple of close friends really that started that up, you could go away for twenty years and come we just decided to try and get something going.... back and in no time you’d have that bond again.... It all happened really quickly within eight to nine like a friend who is always there for you in a time months we’d knocked a few songs up and we of need.... had loads of record labels interested. Music for me is a way of letting things out really... It’s just weird and everything went on fast forward. It’s funny because when I listen to the album .... It What do your songs reflect? always surprises me how fast it is you know, how It depends... fast and manic. It represents the way we were All sorts of things you go through, whether your feeling at the time... looking for answers or you think you see

I’m happier to be disappointed with something rather than be negative or sceptical and then be surprised.

We got some offers, we got a contract. We signed it there and then you know young lads getting a record deal, we didn’t really care about anything else.

answers, it could be anything. Just a way of letting things out really, when you feel emotional about things you’ve got a bit of a fire in side, that needs to just come out sometimes....

You toured America?

Do you have a strict routine of writing?

I think I can only ride the wave, you never know what’s going to happen that's the way I live. I’m not good at making plans. I know what makes me happy, I know what I like to do and that’s about as far as I think forward. I am grateful about being able to go out and play and perform. Now I’ve got my album out I’m chuffed about that I want to just be playing and selling albums and spreading my music and having good times...

When did you first start singing?

We played in L.A., San Francisco, Texas South by No artist can create a masterpiece every week, it South West Festival, New York, We had a little just doesn't work like that... European tour as well, that was quite good. Kinda just pluck around on guitar for ages, now That must have been an exciting period then? and again something’l just pop up and I think wow where did that come from and all of a Definitely I was excited. On the first English tour sudden you just know you’ve got a great song that we had it was just so fast paced and I was drinking double bacardi and cokes before going you know will last for ever.... on stage and not eating then soaking with sweat at every show then drinking more doubles, after I burnt a hole in my stomach lining... That’s how kind of full on it was you know We just went along with it no holds barred we got caught away in the moment we didn’t have any other concerns except getting on stage and playing and partying and it was good. Good days...

Which way round does a song come to you?

The band disbanded?

The best (songs) usually come quickly ten, twenty minutes, an hour sometimes...

The first line up of the Blueskins lasted a few years... Musical differences and all that we kinda split up...

For me melody is always most important. You can play any few chords if youv’e got a strong melody. That becomes the spine of the song. If you can do a song just acoustic with a melody then you can do anything else with it, you can add a band or whatever else to it. It always comes from a strong melody....

How did you get the idea for silicone puppies? That was one of those songs that came in twenty minutes...

I prefer to have a good outlook and Fable the song is like that... So Fable, your interested in parables and stories? Mythology and things like that I love it.... What are songs to you Ryan? It’s an escape I think. I see it as an escape you know, I always have, when you play a song it’s kinda like a three minute holiday from the world... Your uplifting performances, do you create that, doers it come natural- where does it come from? I’m not thinking about showmanship and things like that, I just kinda go somewhere else when I start playing and if I do that it usually turns out all right... I forget a lot of things that happen in life but I never forget a good music performance... What's next for Ryan?

The albums had great reviews loads of people messaging me saying they love it..... I couldn’t have hoped for better just to know that people are enjoying it..... Bluesy folksy acoustics... It’s different styles as well, that's what I wanted from my album, you know, I wanted songs that weren’t all the same sort of strumming... Youv’e got Silicon Puppies completely different to Fable which is completely different to Red Tapes which is completely different to Dirty Dog, you know. But they've all got an element in it... My voice is obviously recognisable in them but I’d like to think there is something holding them all together, like Dylan's first album... Its amazing like the songs sound so different , all played on the guitar, I wanted something like that...

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The YorkshireGigGuide team enjoyed a talent fun packed night of good music and good fellowship at "Folk Rising" at Fruit in Hull Thursday 7th April. The show was presented by the English Folk Dance and Song Society in association with Beverley Folk Festival and funded by Arts Council England (ACE).

musical joy, clearly it’s going to be a festival not to be missed. Sea Fret vocalist Jack Sedman (18) sang with heart in rich resonant voice and with a bewitching poignancy that hushed and held his audience accompanied by guitarist Harry Draper (15) who seemed to effortlessly combine rhythms, The English Folk Dance and harmonies and melodies whilst Song Society (EFDSS) is one eye lids half closed swaying of the leading folk development gently lost to the pleasure and organisations in the UK with a sharing of his music . Sea Fret history dating back to 1898. are a young tight acoustic duo Through its work, the EFDSS who met around 6 months ago at a small acoustic night in aims to place the indigenous folk arts of England at the heart Sewerby. This chance meeting of our cultural life. ‘Folk Rising’ has thrown them into a cauldron of song writing and gigging. is part of this campaign and Thursday’s performance drew after tonight’s wonderful deep warmth and enthusiasm concert should leave no one in from the audience and Sea Fret any doubt that folk music is are a duo to watch for and contemporary, relevant and exactly what ‘Folk Rising’ is about. thriving in Yorkshire. Lively young six-piece band Fruit is Hull's Newest, Most Blackbeard’s Tea Party from Exciting Entertainment and Arts York played traditional Space, situated in the Marina and Fruit Market area of the City. arrangements of folk songs and sea shanties, with Martin ‘The This converted warehouse Jolly Cornishman’ Coumbe, venue, where you could sense throwing heavy electric guitar the toil, spirit and stories of riffs whilst dancing with theatrical working folk in Hull’s industrial exuberance alongside bassist past a perfect place to host Tim Yates strong bass beats contemporary folk music, and occasional brassy continuing the stories and outbursts. Rhythm and traditions of folk past and percussion was further present. The evening kicked off with SEA augmented by an eclectic feast of international hand percussion FRET followed by by ‘The Wizard’ Yom Hardy on BLACKBEARD’S TEA PARTY cajon, foot-tambourine, and tiny and the evening’s finale was cymbal accompanied by ‘The CIRCUS ENVY. Each band Mighty’ Dave Boston on djembe. thrilled an excited enthusiastic Melodies and harmony were audience. This was a presupplied in abundance from ‘The Beverley Folk Festival gig and Indestructible’ Laura Barber’s the talent, fun and presence of frenetic fiddle playing and Paul each of the bands reveals a ‘Captain Happy’ Young’s vocals glimpse of an exciting Beverley and melodeon playing. This Folk Festival packed full of Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

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combined produced a big tasty dramatic, danceable and totally unique sound that had the audience roaring and cheering. A band full of fun and quick witted irony- they are not to be missed. Circus Envy are an alternativefolk band formed in Hull in 2005. They finished the night’s music with beautiful songs led by Leigh Hirst’s evocative and poignant vocal intonations accompanied by uplifting perfectly balanced vocal harmonies by James Paddison and Mick Harding who raised the dynamics and tempo of the music and lifted the spirit of the audience. James

Paddison’s bass riffs (and piano) and Mick Harding’s cajon percussion perfectly complemented with Andy Clark’s acoustic guitaring and Mike Richmond’s bouzouki melodies. Circus Envy combine a traditional folk sensibility to their own unique intricately crafted harmonies, creating contemporary songs and are surely a rising force in modern folk and always a pleasure to listen to with songs that stay with you long after the show.

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A Great Night of music at Folk Rising Pre- Beverley Folk Festival Gig in Pocklington- Eve Winterburn The Pocklington Arts Centre provided a comfortable relaxed venue for the evenings music. This intimate setting gave the entertainers and audience chances to get to know each other as well as promote the Beverley Festival. The entertainment was skilfully compeered by Edwina Hayes who also sang some of her own songs as well as covers. Edwina’s lovely tones and style of singing have developed over time and her own song My Sisters Keeper is a good example of her lyrical prowess. Harry Roland a singer songwriter treated us to a variety of songs and tunes. His love of guitar shone through with expressive finger picking, funky blues and rhythm. Harry Knows how to build up an exciting performance and five songs is not enough I am looking forward to more at the Beverley Festival.

flora of instruments mandolin, keyboard, guitar and bass pleased the audience and had them tapping their feet to traditional sounds and shouting for more.

Shoppers and tourists treat; pre-taste of the delights of Beverley Music Festival to be held in June.

amidst the hustle and bustle of a doorway. Their rich evocative harmonies were appreciated by people as they ate dinner and an army of people followed all wanting to order refreshments.

David Gibb and the Pony Club showed us their own unique style of traditional foot tapping sounds and really connected with the audience setting them alight as the audience responded with shouting and whooping for more.

Street corners and cafe bars of Beverley were impromptu venues for a Dennis and I had to be fleet of foot and try to find more entertainers. chance to see and hear some of the After racing through cafe’s I tracked entertainers playing at the festival. down Jess Gardham as she marched he events of the day were cocoordinated from a market stall which from one venue to another in military style. displayed media and information.

The International Festival winners Le Vent Du Nord were the Surprise guests providing the finale to a wonderful night of entertainment.

Meanwhile artistes were guided from one venue to the next to perform spontaneous and unplugged.

A Hurdy-gurdy flurry of song playing, of love, and a fiddle, guitar, stomp board, accordion and keyboard blended into beautiful music by this talented group from Quebec.

A great sense of theatre and very Uplifting funny dramatic and more is a strong visual presence they wowed the audience with powerful songs and great way to describe experiencing rhythms. An energetic performance Broken Ground. This talented group particularly from Olivier Demers write about their lives and turn it into a musical delight. They opened with their providing fiddle and percussion which is a feat in itself he makes over 10,000 own song Aura an uplifting song and foot taps per show. teased the audience with tales about the background to their song Paper Roll on Beverley Festival it’s going to Cuts. Rich harmonies mixed with a be a delight

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By this time Jess was desperate for refreshments but performed her songs which were filmed in the cafe at Browns. Jess gave a confident full on The enthusiasm and pioneering spirit performance of two of her own songs. of the artistes is to be admired as they Time was against us, too many followed the route with instruments people to film on the music run so strapped to their backs then smiled Dennis and I switched tactics. We and performed their music. picked a spot where the entertainers Cafes Pizza shops department stores passed by us to maximise our all wanted to take part and host some chances of filming. part of the events. It paid off and the Hull Pipe Band They waited eagerly for the next gave shoppers tunes which inspired performer and enjoyed the feeling they skips and jumps as shoppers passed were part of something bigger. to their next bargains lulled to sit and enjoy awhile the music. The artistes were welcomed and performed a song or two in tight Further along the street the Jody spaces sometimes accompanied with McKenna band played their own folk tea cups and cutlery clattering their songs. The trio gathered an audience own rhythm. who listened happily and tapped their I managed to catch up with Leigh and feet in time with their catchy ballads James from Circus Envy in the Poppy Seed Cafe where they performed

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Martin Carthy MBE will be playing Beverley Festival on Saturday 18th June `Arguably the greatest English folk song performer, writer, collector and editor of them all' Q Magazine For more than 40 years Martin Carthy has been one of folk music's greatest innovators, one of its best loved, most enthusiastic and, at times, most quietly controversial of figures. His skill, stage presence and natural charm have won him many admirers, not only from within the folk scene, but also far beyond it. Trailblazing musical partnerships with, amongst others, Steeleye Span, Dave Swarbrick and his award-winning wife (Norma Waterson) and daughter Eliza Carthy have resulted in more than 40 albums, but Martin has only recorded 10 solo albums, of which the much anticipated Waiting for Angels (Topic Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

position. Perhaps, most significant of all, are his settings of traditional songs with guitar, which have influenced a generation of artists, including Bob Dylan and Paul Simon, on both sides of the Atlantic. Martin Carthy was awarded the MBE for services to English Music and won Singer of the Year and Best Traditional www.beverleyfestival.com Track at the BBC Radio 2 Awards or call the festival office on 2005. 01377 217569 This is what the BBC website has to TSCD527) is the latest. Whether in the say about Martin Carthy and his award: folk clubs (which he continues to “For four decades, Martin Carthy's work champion), on the concert stage or has immeasurably enriched the British making TV appearances (he was the folk heritage. He is regarded as one of subject of the acclaimed `Originals' the finest singers and interpreters of music documentary strand on BBC 2) - traditional music of the British Isles, as there are few roles that Martin Carthy well as a highly influential and muchhasn't played. imitated guitarist. Awarded the MBE for He's a ballad singer, a ground-breaking services to English folk music in 1998, acoustic and electric-guitarist and an his drive and enthusiasm are authoritative interpreter of newly undiminished and he continues to be composed material. He always prefers one of folk music's great innovators.” to follow an insatiable musical curiosity rather than cash in on his unrivalled Special Weekend deal currently available:

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Beverley Folk and Roots Festival and Northern Rail are getting together for an environmental initiative aimed at encouraging folk fans to take the train. It will mean that in future festival-goers who travel to Beverley by Northern Rail will be able to claim a 10% discount on their tickets. The partnership forms part of the festival policy of promoting issues of sustainability and the environment. It is already developing its recycling policy and this year aims to ensure that festival food on offer is both organic and locally sourced.

and an E-newsletter to all Northern Rail staff.

In addition the festival will be given special permission for folk singers and musicians to “We’re trying to reduce the carbon footprint of the promote the annual event by performing on key festival and those railway stations in the attending,” explained area in the run up to the Artistic Director, Chris festival weekend of June Wade, “and the partnership with Northern 17th to 19th Rail will mark a major The discount on festival step forward in tickets will not apply until encouraging people to the 2012 festival but fans leave their cars at home.” travelling by Northern Rail to this year’s event will be For their part, Northern Rail will help promote the able to claim their festival through leaflets on discount for next year by producing their rail ticket railway stations in the region, publicity via their when they check in at the Information Desk/Box web site and magazine, Office.

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They’ll then be given a letter and promotion code which will enable them to claim their 10% discount whenever they book tickets for next year. For further information contact: Chris Wade, Festival Director, Beverley Folk Festival office, The Stables, Westwood House, Main Street, North Dalton, Driffield, East Yorkshire YO25 9XA. Tel: 01377 217662. www.beverleyfestival.com

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A brand new Blues Festival is coming to Yorkshire in April 2011! The Yorkshire Blues Festival will stage the Alexis Korner memorial stage as the main arena for the 3 day event - 30th April to 2nd May 2011. Alexis was known as 'the father of British blues' and his influence has spread to every area of modern British and world music. The Alexis Korner stage will present many musicians who worked with him during his lifetime, such as Jack Bruce, Mick Taylor and Stephen Dale Petit, Animals & Friends, Spencer Davis, The Blues Band and Nine Below Zero. A second stage will feature blues rock and the modern generation of blues artists. For more information visit

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Stop The World - Album/ DVD Night Of The Living Fred

April 11th 2011: Universal www.rightsaidfred.com Right Said Fred, the duo comprising Richard and Fred Fairbrass, have announced plans for their Night Of The Living Fred UK tour as well as details of a new album, DVD and website. The band who back in 1992 were the first act since the Beatles to reach No.1 in the USA with a debut single, have decided to take a break from their usual European stadium circuit in order to get back to their roots and connect with their fans on a more intimate basis.

The band’s new website www.rightsaidfred.com enables subscribers to obtain a free copy of Stop The World as well as access to exclusive copies of the Night Of The Living Fred DVD.

greatest hits, and some newer, more poignant, lovelorn ditties (firmly allaying themselves with English bedfellows like Madness and the Kinks), on the following dates:

Richard comments: "We love being connected with our fans and this new website will bring that connection even closer. We plan to use the site to

See below YorkshireGigGuide interview with Richard and Fred, seasoned kings of the road sharing their experiences, views on life and music. Thanks to the Wardrobe in Leeds for letting us use their space.

However,www.rightsaidfred.c om is a site with a difference: subscribers will be able to enter into a uniquely interactive relationship with Richard and Fred themselves, a process To this end the brothers will that involves genuine meet and greets as well as exclusive be enjoying a Q & A with access to the brother’s their audience as well as exclusive photo archive. performing some of their

Right Said Fred recently announced a deal with investment fund Icebreaker and will be releasing a new DVD and album (both distributed by Universal) as part of a doublepack on April 11th 2011.

become even more intimately involved than we are at present, both of us will be online and directly in contact with our audience." Fred adds:

"The thing that this enables us to do is keep in touch with fans wherever they are and wherever we are in the world, all the time. We are lucky to be able The DVD, Night Of The Living to perform all over the world, Fred (An Evening With Right but we can only be in one Said Fred), was recently filmed country at a time. Now we can before a packed audience at do a show in Germany and the Leicester Square Theatre share the experience with the and features the Freds letting USA, Japan and back their hair down and spilling the home...it's really exciting." beans on sibling rivalry, debauchery at the home of one Right Said Fred have sold over twenty million records of the world’s greatest pornstars and what really happened worldwide and their singles including I’m Too Sexy, Deeply to that Toblerone bar in the American Hotel in Amsterdam. Dippy and the NFL stalwart Stand Up For The Champions The new album Stop The have hit the No.1 slot in 32 World features twelve new countries. tracks including Stop The Their new album Stop The World, Trouble With Love, World and new DVD Night Of Julianne, Waiting For A Train, The Living Fred will be released Two White Boys, Obvious, Happily Ever After, I Ain’t Your on April 11th 2011. Guy, Feels Like Love, We’re Both are distributed by All Criminals, Come Dancing, Universal. Raining In England. www.rightsaidfred.com

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Right Said Fred Tour Dates April 25th @ O2 Academy3, Birmingham / April 27th @ O2 Academy2, Islington, London / April 28th @ O2 Academy2, Sheffield / April 29th @ Stanley Theatre, Liverpool Guild Of Students, (April 30th @ Fibbers, York- canceled) / May 6th @ Arc, Stockton On Tees May 7th Cleethorpes Pleasure Island / May 13th @ The Warehouse, Huddersfield / May 14th @ The Piper Club, Hull More info - Box Office Number 0844 477 2000

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Album: Secrets Video clips show Circus Envy interview and a new release single ‘Burning Sky’

Circus EnvyAlbum: Secrets Released: 26th September Available via i-Tunes and all major download sites

Secrets – an album that is a fine blend of traditional and contemporary folk-rock injected with a modern liveliness and passionate sounds all arranged with beautiful harmonies thus making it an excellent collection and intriguing blend of atmospheric harmonious energy. Circus Envy a contemporary alternative-folk band from East Yorkshire Feature a line-up of primarily acoustic instruments, that add a traditional sensibility to their intricately crafted harmony-led modern songs with use of bouzouki, mandolin and cajon. High profile performances alongside artists such as Jim Moray, Megson, Belshazzer’s Feast, Iain Matthews and Jackie Leven have cemented the band’s reputation as a live act. The band’s 2010 EP, “A New Dawn”, was released to critical acclaim, and received significant airplay, including from Mike Harding on BBC Radio 2 and resulted in Circus Envy being featured on the front cover of R2 Magazine. The year ended with a Christmas performance at the Ropery Hall, Barton-uponHumber which sold out before Halloween. www.circusenvyband.com

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all proceeds going to Learning Disabled Charities Victoria Hall - Keighley Friday, April 1 · 5:30pm - 11:00pm £7 on the door

The whole thing will be opened by Jumping Jewels Learning Disabled Cheerleaders at 5.30pm. Roadkill will be appearing top of the bill at 'That Band Thing' at The Victoria Hall in Keighley on the 1st of April. Tickets are £7.00 with all proceeds going to Learning Disabled Charities.

Other bands / artists appearing are:- Covered in Cool, Dead Message, (hooker), Do Miss America and Liz MacKensie. Liz is a well known commedienne who will also act as MC for the evening. Door 5pm. Tickets avalible from the bands, The Music Shop, The Railway Station, Railway Bridge Keighley or by calling Mick on 01535 602204, 17.30hrs More>

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CLASSIC CLAPTON The World's No1 Eric Clapton NEARLY 2 HOURS Tribute Band featuring front-man Mike Hall will be OF CLASSIC making a welcome return CLAPTON to Richmond in February The band was formed in 1985 in Newcastle upon Tyne long before as part of their 25th the term “tribute band” was Anniversary Tour. invented, and named themselves The band will be performing at The Georgian Theatre Royal, Victoria Road, Richmond, North Yorkshire on Saturday 19 February. Doors open at 7.00pm. Band on stage at 7.30pm. Tickets priced £10 - £18 are available from the box office Tel: 01748 825252 and also on-line at www.georgiantheatreroyal.co. uk

This will be the band’s second visit to Richmond. The band’s previous concert there in 2009 quickly sold out. Fans are therefore advised to book early for their next show. They will perform all of EC's classic songs including Wonderful Tonight, Tears in Heaven, Crossroads, I Shot The Sheriff, Cocaine, Lay Down Sally and of course Layla! There will even be an “UNPLUGGED” segment.

''After Midnight'' after Eric Clapton’s first solo hit. In guitar/vocalist Mike Hall, they have a front man who not only looks like Eric, he sings and plays guitar like him too! In 1999, Mike won a national lookalike competition held at Madam Tussauds in London. Mike has met Slowhand twice, and even received a message of encouragement from the guitar maestro (written on a Concorde menu).

On 17 July 2009 they appeared at St Andrews Auditorium in Mumbai. This was a great concert - it sold out and there were quite a few Bollywood stars in the audience. A 10,000 mile round-trip for 1 gig, but it was a great experience. In the past 25 years CLASSIC CLAPTON have become something of a rock institution. CLASSIC CLAPTON comprises 4 excellent musicians:- Mike Hall (lead vocals/guitar), Jim Dobson (drums) and John Forster (bass guitar/backing vocals). John played in a band with John Miles when they were both up & coming musicians. On keyboards/backing vocals is Paul Warren from Darlington.

CLASSIC CLAPTON have released three albums. Firstly “THE MUSIC OF ERIC CLAPTON” contains brilliant cover-versions of 17 Clapton Classics. Their second is a live TYNE TEES TELEVISION were so impressed, they made a programme double CD ''CLASSIC CLAPTON Unplugged'' recorded at Belfast about them, called 'COVER THEIR Waterfront Hall. In 2005 they TRACKS'. It was shown in August released their third album “CLASSIC 2000 and received rave reviews, CREAM” – featuring 20 songs made leading to national recognition. famous by the sixties supergroup. All In 2001 they embarked on an three albums will be available at extensive tour of UK Theatres. They Richmond. called the tribute show "CLASSIC Eric Clapton has been a major CLAPTON". Since then, they have continued to perform throughout the international star since the mid 1960's, when he revolutionised UK including concerts at The Royal electric guitar playing, with his Festival Hall, London and a virtuoso performances in John triumphant appearance at Glastonbury Festival in 2002. In the Mayall's Bluesbreakers. He has won past few years they have performed an incredible 19 Grammies and is the only triple inductee into The Rock & numerous concerts in Europe including Ireland, Spain, Estonia and Roll Hall of Fame (as a member of The Yardbirds, Cream and as a solo Holland. artist). Eric Clapton’s recent tours unfortunately have visited only a limited number of large UK venues. If fans want to hear all of his hits performed in more intimate surroundings, they really should attend a CLASSIC CLAPTON concert. The whole of Clapton's illustrious career will be covered including The Bluesbreakers, Cream, The Yardbirds, Derek & The Dominos and the solo years. Please visit our web-site:-

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“Paper Earth” is the Home Theatre News second album from Y orkshire based artist Robin James, who learnt to play the guitar purely by writing his own songs.

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His previous album ‘Saint Jude’ received airplay from BBC 6’s Gideon Coe. The album was recorded using vintage analogue equipment over 3 days at Analogue Catalogue Recording Studios with no computers in sight.

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The artwork for both his albums were designed by award winning artist Rachael Burnett, whose work has been exhibited alongside Damien Hirst at the Belgravia Gallery London. "This is what music should be about…Give him a

As Robin explains: The temptations to edit and manipulate the songs are taken away when recording onto tape, which is both liberating and slightly frightening. But as Leonard Cohen sings – ‘forget your perfect offering; there is a crack, a voice and one guitar, Paper listen. Then listen crack in everything; that’s Earth sees the introduction again. You won’t of some new instruments, regret it." how the light gets in’. and even a guest appearance God Is In The TV "Great vocals and from Kenny Anderson, aka psych guitar" Robin’s performances King Creosote, on wines have drawn audiences Will Hodgkinson - Guitar glasses and accordion. from Cabaret Voltaire, Man and Song Man Robin who left London the Edinburgh, through to Whilst Saint Jude was day he recorded Saint Jude, The Troubadour, London, recorded with just one lives at the top of an Old

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into an intimate, haunting and delicate world with his distinctive sound. His fragile, yet powerful voice, and carefully crafted lyrics, draw the listener into a world full of vulnerability, paradox and unknowing, where light and darkness coexist.

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Events in March Ask Richard Gardner to describe his music and he’ll quote Frank Zappa at you; "Writing about music is like dancing about architecture". Or else he’ll ask you to go and talk to someone who’s seen him play live. This reluctance to pigeon-hole himself or his music springs from more than just a desire to be SUN 13TH awkward or pinned down to a narrow definition TERRY GORMAN of himself. Every song that "falls out" as he puts (Master performer it, is different to the last. His voice finding and /singer/songwriter) mastering new territories to suit the musical 1:30 bar free landscape that unfolds before the listener. .. SUNDAY LUNCHTIME The songs that you hear on this profile are a PERFORMERS small sampling of his back catalogue, not necessarily representative of his live TERRY GORMAN---performances. It was with this in mind that www.myspace.com/terrygorman Richard sat down and realized that he needed Terry Gorman is rated as one of the most talented to make a live album recording to capture on exponents of open tuned acoustic guitar you'll record what people have been hearing, and find anywhere. He's released several albums loving, for years. The project; Just For The receiving rave reviews for the Powers On The Record is set for early Autumn .. With songs Inside and The Silent Shipyard. He has appeared about life, love, loss and communication (or the on TV and radio, also his song "To Be A Man In lack of it) Richard’s music spans many styles and Green" won Redcar music festivals songwriting genres from the psychedelic blues of "Cut the competition. Two of his songs were featured at Cord" to alt.folk/rock like "The Obvious Cannes Music Festival on compilation albums from Mistake", "Piece by Piece" and "Not True" to Pendle Hark Music and Neat Records. In the past the chamber pop of "Take it Back". The Terry has worked with Hawkwind, Ralph McTell, impassioned delivery of all of these is thrown Isaac Guillory, Baz Warne (Stranglers), ex nicely into balance by songs like "Whole Lotta Lindisfarne lads Steve Daggett and Rob Clements, Woman", "Baby Blues" and "Night & Day" Martin Stephenson (Daintees), Frank Nicholson (ex showing the lighter side of life. The forthcoming Bass player for AC/DC's Brian Johnson), Bob release, the daddy_longlegz demos, expected Cheevers (Nashville), Charlie White (Nashville), later this year showcases some of the more Kieran Halpin (Ireland), Bap Kennedy (Ireland), established material alongside future favourites. Ezio, Boo Hewardine and Finn Macardle (Paul Weller). Last Year and earlier this year Terry SUN 27TH appeared in Pink Floyds The Wall with The Hardcore Troubadoures at the Customs House, South Shields, which received standing ovations at (a cross between Eva Casidy and Joni Mitchel) the end of every performance. Later this year 1:30p.m. bar free (April) he'll be taking part in a BBC television special in Llanidloes, Wales. And guess what? He's SUZANNE ELIZABETH MARRON----coming back to South Shields to play at The www.myspace.com/suzanneelizabethverbalvita Ampitheatres in June. As well as all that Terry has mins written radio ads, toured extensively, and his new Suzanne says “ Iwrite about the world around CD 'Acoustic Rogue' is out now. "Squeeze meets me and the world inside my head; growing up, Crowded House via Macca" ~ Get Rhythm Mag falling in/out of love, dreams, discovery, sea (N.E. England) "Great words and melodies, superb creatures, fizzy drinks, evolution and pirates. delivery to match" ~ Cambridge News "Fantastic Most songs are born as poems that I later performer, we look forward to the next time" ~ mould to fit the shape of a song. I love to share The Banner (Isle of Arran, West Scotland). my thoughts. . (Brill performer uses lots of DADGAD ) QUOTES.. .. "Suzanne Elizabeth Marron is ADAM COLE---another kettle of fish - and what a kettle! www.myspace.com/mradamcoleuk what fish! Lovely slippy - occasionally barbequed - quick, clever lyrics, sang with a beautiful, rich Middlesbrough-accented voice like you've never heard.."...... The Waiting Room - Eaglescliffe.... .......... .. "A fantastic singer and an outstanding Photosongwriter.".... by Danielle musician and strikingly original (one of the Rob Nicholls - Evening Gazette...... There are Bowman times when you just know that you're in the best young presence of a genuine talent. Times when your skin prickles, your mouth drops open Performers involuntarily, the eyes widen and time grinds to a halt. Whatever I say simply cannot do this CD, around) or indeed the towering talent that is Suzanne Elizabeth Marron, justice. Suffice to say that comparisons to the genius that is Kate Bush are more than valid. This is an absolutely stunning SUN 20TH 3-Track CD and highlights what a genuine gift 1:30 p.m. bar free she has. "...... JayTaE - North East Live RICHARD GARDENER---www.myspace.com/iamrichardgardner (superb singer/songwriter)

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Hosted by hip hop dance theatre pioneer, Jonzi D, this actionBreakin’ Convention is more Some of the top hip hop artists packed event is guaranteed to be a than just a show – it’s an on the planet, plus the best experience. For two nights local dance crews ang Town), totally exhilarating night out. the Lyceum will be hit the stage with fo(including transformed with a hip hop Hype, Champloo and Brce and “On the evidence of the a thrilling set of performances. crowds packing Breakin’ flavour with pre-show and Convention, the hip hop The BC10 UK Tour features interval activities in the dance scene is boiling stunning work by Sebastien & foyers, including an open with energy” – Guardian Raphael, a b-boy duo from dance floor with live DJs, France and Germany who use have-a-go workshops, dance and projection to create

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Search Home News Music News Festival News Listings Theatre Listings Irish bandTheatre The Aftermath releaseGigtheir debut UK single Northern Lingerie on Nov 8th

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Having earned their musical stripes working the UK and Ireland touring circuit, picking up friends and fans along the way and with three Top 20 singles under their independent belts, The Aftermath present their UK debut single Northern Lingerie on Live Transmission Records.

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Friendlier Up Here. An album borne of marathon Woody Allen movie sessions and daydreaming to a soundtrack of Bowie, Beatles, Roxy Music, The Smiths “The saviours of Irish lad rock.” and Serge Gainsbourg. The lead single, Are You Not Wanting Me Yet? is a glam The Irish Independent rock tale of unrequited love.

“Say hello to rock's latest heroes - Who just happen to be Irish” 4/5-METRO NEWSPAPER. “A record of uncompromising, inspired rock anthems. A stellar debut.” HOT PRESS. With themes that bound from love through death, sex and call centres, bad Hollywood remakes and Delia Smith cookery books, the single is taken from their debut album Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

Placebo, Elastica and Pulp, mixing by Ger McDonald of Travis and U2 fame and words of wisdom came courtesy of legendary producer Mike Hedges and Irish Jack Lyons, an old associate of The Who’s. The Waterboy’s Steve Wickham joined the fray, as did Damien Rice cellist Vyvienne Long and Paul Weller keyboardist Helen Turner who continues to play live with the band.

Many bands have asked how an independent band could accomplish all of the above off their own bat. The simple truth is hard work. The Aftermath have spent much of their life as a band touring Ireland, playing small venues, Those familiar with The Aftermath’s independent record stores, lunchtime earlier releases will recognise the hit gigs and doing what they do best – single ‘One is Fun’, a catchy Bowieinspired disco song, which debuted at No entertaining regular people, who repaid the favour by buying their records. It’s 11 on the Irish charts on release. Other pretty honest and straightforward and standout tracks include the desolate somewhat unusual in an age where reality-check-to-self ‘There Is A Darkness’ and live favourite ‘All I Want Is bands seem to believe that 10,000 MySpace hits and five gigs later they For You To Be Happy’. should be selling out The Point. The self-penned and self-financed album myspace.com/theaftermathband was recorded in France with Karl and Dave Odlum. Production duties were performed by Phil Vinyl, the man behind

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Enjoy Creative good cheer & Friendship This Spring Swan Songs a performance based evening at the Swan in Addingham, near Ilkley, in West Yorkshire. “The Swan is our favourite pub, there's always good beer, good food and good music” said Jennie and Simon of the Strid. “There's also open fires and a friendly dog”. Swan Songs is held on the first Thursday of every month from 8.30pm. All musical styles can be heard from folk to blues, rock and more contemporary tunes. Floor spots are available at every Swan Songs on a first come first served basis. There is no prebooking for floor spots. If you want a floor spot please check in by 8:30 pm or we can't guarantee you a slot. We try to give all performers 2 songs, depending on how many people turn up. There is a PA available or you can go totally acoustic, the choice is yours. Jennie does the running order, see her on the night to put your name down for a floor spot. Simon does the PA so talk to him if you need techie stuff doing. We ask that you are tuned up and ready

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to go on for your spot as it helps move things along and allows more people to play. We normally feature a guest artist every month. This month the first Thursday of November (4th) will be our anniversary & to celebrate we welcome Gerry Cooper, the King of the Shipley Delta. Always a joy to hear & see Gerry will be a big draw. Floorspots are on offer, as ever, on the first come & first served basis that has been the hall mark of swansongs. As we draw towards the end of this year we still have a lot to look forward to with Gloria rounding off the year in fine style in December. There are also a host of great artitsts already booked for 2011, lots of new faces and fantastic music to look forward to. Extra info on swansongs can also be found on our website at www.strid.co.uk See you on the 4th. Jennie & Simon (Strid)

Swansongs guest artists: 2010 4th November Gerry Cooper 2nd December Gloria 2011 6th January Clear 3rd February Seonaidh Matheson and friends 3rd March Kath Reade 7th April Blackwater 5th May Gerry McNeice & friends (tbc) 2nd June Steve Jones 7th July Steve Chapman Smith 4th August Summer Season Floor spots 1st September Anastice Dingle (Jeff Wright and Di Denny)

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In late 1979, Salem was formed by two former members from Hull's “Metal for Muthas” stars Ethel The Frog.

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Record Collector's "Rare Record Price Guide", and The band quickly built a strong following, gigging considered "a highly collectable and valuable rarity." in Hull and around the Sadly, the band split after their north east. final, sell-out gig in Hull on 31 They went on to make several May 1983. recordings of their unique But the story is not over ... brand of heavy rock based on a thundering rhythm, soaring twin- Last year, High Roller Records and Pure Steel Records guitars and powerful vocals approached Salem, keen to melodies. Salem released a release the 1980s "NWoBHM"* single in 1982 that sold recordings on vinyl, CD and for globally, an excellent example digital download. The result is of the contemporary "New the double-album “In The Wave of British Heavy Metal" movement, and is now listed in Beginning …” released in July this year. The album has Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

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attracted a great deal of interest, so much that the band has re-formed to play select gigs. Salem has been invited to perform at a number of festivals across Europe next year, and is already planning to record a new album.

This concert at the Adelphi will be the band's first performance in 27 years. A must for all rock music lovers, young and less so! www.salemband.co.uk

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A host of top-line artistes converge on Leeds on the 21st October to support Breast Cancer awareness. Cool Acoustic Promotions presents;Liz Reynolds, Pippa Lloyd, Amelia Orgill, Natasha Johansson, Ridley Barbet, Steph Stephenson. 8pm-11pm. £3. Six acts for Breast Cancer charity www.coppafeel.org.uk

awareness, especially among the younger population, where traditional breast cancer messages are often not targeted. On 19th February 2009, at the ridiculous age of 23, Kris’ life was flipped upside down when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Until then she was chasing the travel and tourism dream of living an ever better, ever bigger and ever more fabulous life. Now she’s another cancer fighter chasing the dream of becoming a survivor. Maren and Kris Eight months prior to her Pippa Lloyd, formerly in the diagnosis she sought advice from her GP, who dismissed her duo Decree, one of the lumpy painful breast as finalists in the 2007 Bright something “hormonal”. With Young Things comp. Also, Evening Primrose Oil in her Natasha Johansson, backpack - recommended by said doctor, she went off on her student, and co-host on footloose and fancy free trip to LSR -FM's Monday night hour long FOLK OFF show. China in search of carefree adventure. The fact that her Self proclaimed cancer grandmother had breast cancer warrior, Kristin, has at the age of 30 had no bearing created CoppaFeel! as her on whether perhaps she should full-time endeavour. Her be referred. Six months later she campaign allows her to tell returned home knowing she her story to young women needed an MOT. and spread the word about The day after touching down she the importance of feeling waltzed up to her doctor’s surgery, your boobies and breast only to be told that she was “fine”, it’s Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

“hormonal” and “you were examined six months ago weren’t you?” That was her lot. Luckily she has a no-bullshit mother who drove her to make another appointment a week later in order to demand a referral. She literally had to ask for it. The doctor reluctantly agreed. A month later she stared the prospect of a boobless and hairless life right in the face. Not only did she have a 6x9cm tumour in her breast but she also had one sitting comfortably on her spine. She is at stage IV, the most advanced stage of cancer, there is no stage V. What were the doctors waiting for?

It is her highest hope that because she has chosen to share her story with the world, other young women will People generally think that breast learn a potentially lifecancer is a disease that affects saving lesson that they only mums or grandmas. Definitely too are at risk of breast not the case. As far as she knows, cancer. Cancer does Kris does not have any children. NOT discriminate! Kris only wishes she had known Aggressive and life threatening that she could get it at her young age BEFORE it breast cancers are affecting the happened to her. Please, do your part now and help younger generations, Kris included. pass this urgent message along. ' This misguided view of breast a 23-year-old travel bug who has anarchist cells. cancer drastically affected her Though I did not apply for the job, I accept my fullbattle with the disease, and she is time kancerployment. This does not mean that I give not the first to be overlooked in up; rather, I have decided once and for all to grab this such a manner. That is why she bitch by the horns, slap it round the head with a block feels compelled to do her part to of organic tofu, and devote my life to healing, help deliver the message about understanding, and change” breast cancer diagnosis/misdiagnosis in younger women. In her case, an eight month earlier detection could have made a life changing/saving difference.

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CLASSIC CLAPTON The Home Theatre News Music News World's No1 Eric Clapton Tribute Band featuring frontman Mike Hall will be making a welcome return to Richmond in February as part of their 25th Anniversary Tour. The band will be performing at the gorgeous Georgian Theatre Royal in Richmond, North Yorkshire on Saturday 19 February. The Georgian Theatre Royal is a an intimate special venue, the oldest working theatre in England and renovated to itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original Georgian structure. To celebrate this special occasion we are giving away two tickets in our prize competitionYorkshire Gig GuideÂŠ Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

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Eduardo Niebla, hailed by Time Out as “a world class virtuoso” guitarist and composer, has travelled a long way from his birthplace in Morocco and childhood in Spain to reach the UK, his adopted home for the last 30 years. And it is this incredible international life, full of musical collaborations with classical, jazz, folk and pop musicians from over the globe, as well as the very heartfelt quality of his compositions, that makes Eduardo’s flamenco gypsy jazz especially vibrant. Eduardo starts his tours next month at The Terry O’Toole Theatre Lincolnshire (6 Oct), The Civic Barnsley (8 Oct), Colchester Arts Centre (21 Oct), The International Guitar Festival of Great Britain (11 Nov) and Taliesin Arts Centre Swansea (26 Nov), interspersed with a series of concerts to rural Northumberland, Cumbria and Durham. It’s a road very much his own, full of passion and brilliance, intricate and highly lyrical, and where the poignancy of his early life, one of eleven children and his much missed family, is never far away. This tour follows the launch of Eduardo’s new album “MY GYPSY WALTZ” to acclaim at Celtic Connections Glasgow and the Queen Elizabeth Hall London earlier this year and subsequent tours throughout the UK, plus an appearance at the Rigas Ritmi International Festival Latvia. Eduardo’s distinguished recording and performing career over the last 4 decades which has seen appearances at the Tbilisi International Jazz Festival Georgia, the Jaipur Festival India, the Odessa Jazz Carnival Ukraine, the San Isidro Fiesta Madrid, the Olympic Games Greece, Glastonbury and the Brecon

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International Jazz Festival, as well as concert tours to South Africa, Jordan, Lebanon, Switzerland, Austria, Germany, Italy, Hungary, Spain & Ireland. Since his move to Britain in 1978 Eduardo has collaborated with major artists across the globe including Nishat Khan (sitar), Wajahat Khan (sarod), Adel Salameh (oud), Lol Coxhill (saxophone), Deepak Ram (bamboo flute), Paban Das Baul (gypsy singer & percussionist), George Michael, Craig David and recently Ben Watkins of Juno Reactor (composer of the music for the Matrix films). He was introduced to recording by Tom Newman, has recorded 23 albums of his original compositions, written music for films, documentaries and plays, including for the BBC, and composed music alongside poets Fran Landesman, Mike Horovitz and recently Ian McMillan. In 2011 he was commissioned to write two new works. The first a collection of pieces entitled “MY YORKSHIRE ROAD” inspired by North Yorkshire’s landscape, composed for guitar, brass, choirs, folk musicians and percussion, with lyrics by Ian McMillan. This was performed by Eduardo Niebla (guitar), Ripon City Brass Band, The Men of Staithes (choir), Rock Up & Sing! (choir), Lyn Geddes (vocals / guitar), Bryony Griffith (fiddle / vocals), Will Hampson (melodeon), Carl Herring (guitar) and Roberto Ares (drums / percussion) and was premiered at the Ryedale Festival on 24th July 2011 – (see film above) The second composition is a series of pieces for guitar and string

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“It’s a road very much his own, full of passion and brilliance, intricate and highly lyrical, and where the poignancy of his early life, one of eleven children and his much missed family, is never far away.” quartet which Eduardo premiered with the Dante String Quartet and their Festival in Cornwall on 15th July 2011. Eduardo’s career started from very humble beginnings – born in Tangiers Morocco to Andalucian parents in 1955, the 7th of 11 children and mythically the 7th son of the 7th child. In 1960 after political tensions the family became refugees and settled in Girona, Spain where Eduardo grew up. At 18 he formed the cult symphonic rock band “Atila”, whose albums are now serious collectors’ items, and was rated alongside Paco de Lucia as one of the best guitarists in the Hispanic Peninsula. In 1975 he moved to Paris, where he performed in several exhibitions of conceptual art with the painter Jaume Xifra. In 1978 he reached London, initially as a stepping stone to fly to America, but never left and has since been regarded as one of the outstanding guitarists of his generation. He currently lives in North Yorkshire where he has his recording studio.

EDUARDO NIEBLA “MY GUITAR ROAD” TOUR 2011-2012 6 Oct: THE TERRY O'TOOLE THEATRE, NORTH HYKEHAM, Lincolnshire, UK - Tickets: 01522 883311 THE EDUARDO NIEBLA EXPERIENCE (trio guitars & Indian tabla) 7 Oct: HARLEQUIN THEATRE, Queen Elizabeth School, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria - Tickets 015242 71275 EDUARDO NIEBLA IN CONCERT (guitar duo) 8 Oct: THE CIVIC BARNSLEY, Yorkshire - Tickets: 01226 327 000 THE EDUARDO NIEBLA EXPERIENCE (trio guitars & Indian tabla) 9 Oct: Melmerby Village Hall Penrith, Cumbria – Tickets: 01768 881291 EDUARDO NIEBLA IN CONCERT (guitar duo) 14 Oct: Henshaw CEC First School, near Hexham, Northumberland – Tickets: 01434 344424 EDUARDO NIEBLA IN CONCERT (guitar duo) 15 Oct: Barningham Village Hall, Richmond, Co. Durham – Tickets: 01833 621203 EDUARDO NIEBLA IN CONCERT (guitar duo) 16 Oct: Whittingham Memorial Institute, Alnwick, Northumberland – Tickets: 01665 574964 EDUARDO NIEBLA IN CONCERT (guitar duo) 21 Oct: COLCHESTER ARTS CENTRE, UK - Tickets: 01206 500900 THE EDUARDO NIEBLA EXPERIENCE (trio guitars & Indian tabla) 11 Nov: INTERNATIONAL GUITAR FESTIVAL OF GREAT BRITAIN, The Wirral, UK - Tickets: 0151 666 0000 THE EDUARDO NIEBLA EXPERIENCE (trio of guitars & Indian tabla) 12 Nov: BERWICK UNITED REFORM CHURCH, Spittal, Berwick upon Tweed, Northumberland – Tickets: 01289 306387 EDUARDO NIEBLA IN CONCERT (guitar duo) 26 Nov: TALIESIN ARTS CENTRE SWANSEA - Tickets: 01792 602060 EDUARDO NIEBLA “Brilliantissimo” (quartet guitars, double bass & drums)

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Sheffield Theatres urges its Festival News Home Theatre News Music News audiences and supporters to join the ‘I Value the Arts Campaign’

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Daniel Evans, Artistic Director said: ‘Sheffield Theatres is at the very heart of a vibrant cultural ecology in the city. I know the people of Sheffield take great pride in the Crucible and its reputation on the international stage. We don’t receive a huge amount of public money (only 28% subsidy), however all of our income streams are vital to our ability to present a bold and thrilling programme of work.

I Value the Arts, launched this week, asks anyone who values the arts in their community to register their details on a new website: www.ivaluethearts.org.uk

The Crucible’s reopening in February this year was met with genuine delight from audiences and critical acclaim from the national press. I hope that all of those people who value our work will take this opportunity to demonstrate their support for us.’

Dan Bates, Chief Executive of Sheffield Theatres said: ‘This campaign will give a voice to everyone who cares about the arts in their communities and in their lives. These are tough times for public spending. However, we mustn’t lose sight of the value arts and culture bring to a city. Sheffield Theatres makes a valuable contribution to the local economy and enriches the lives of those who live and work in the region. I urge everyone to sign up to the campaign by visiting www.ivaluethearts.org.uk.’

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Sheffield Theatres has welcomed the launch of the UK-wide campaign to give the public an opportunity to show how much they value the arts.

All those who register will be kept in touch with plans that could affect arts provision nationally and in their local neighbourhood, with practical suggestions on what they can do to strengthen the arts in their area.

I Value the Arts is led by the National Campaign for the Arts (NCA), the independent umbrella body for all the arts in the UK. Industry bodies are lining up to support the promotion of the campaign, including The Theatrical Management Association, Visual Arts and Galleries Association, Association of British Orchestras, the Musicians Union, Equity and Audiences UK. The campaign website and associated technology has been made possible thanks to generous donations of skills, time and resources by industry suppliers. No public money is being used to fund the campaign.

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Hull Truck urges support for ‘I Value The Arts’ See here At a time of recession, more and more people are turning to the arts and culture. Reduced opportunities to take part in the arts could have a major impact on the quality of people’s lives and the vibrancy of their communities. As the Government is encouraging us all to get engaged and create a ‘Big Society’, we believe it is important for those people who care about the arts to get involved in the decision-making about what their communities will look like. This campaign gives everyone who cares a chance to have their voice heard and collectively show that the arts provide a valued public service.

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www.thelancashirehotpots.net Theatre News Hotpots Music News set Festival Newsrecently Gig Listings on Theatre Listings TheHome Lancashire out their busy summer tour and festival appearances with their new 5 piece line up and they now get set for their Autumn "No sleep till Preston" tour. 6th November, York, Duchess. Tel: 08700 600

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Audiences never leave a Lancashire Hotpots gig disappointed, with a top night of quality entertainment guaranteed, and had, by all! “Genuine wonderful comedy….they really are the best comedy band on the circuit.” Music News

All Gigs live review Last years “Ooh Me Knees Tour”, a sit down theatre tour for those with creaky joints (!), was such a success playing out to sell out audiences at venues across the NW, that an “Ooh Me Knees Tour II” another was confirmed for this summer. This again was a success and saw them play to massive crowds at Blackpool Pier and Lancaster Grand Theatre to name but a couple. With 4 successful albums behind them, ‘Never Mind The Hotpots’ and ‘Pot Sounds’ both having reached No. 1 in the iTunes comedy download charts and No: 2 in the BBC6 Music album charts, the fabulous and funny ‘Christmas Cracker’ and their most recent (May 2010) and best album so far that seen them raise the bar once again “Criminal Record”, a live DVD and numerous singles to their name, an appearance on GMTV and Granada TV, a live session with BBC6 Music Steve Lamacq, the Lancashire Hotpots continue to draw massive crowds and national support from all quarters of the musical spectre.

out venues including the 02 Academy Liverpool, Bull and Gate, London, Glastonbury, Solfest and Y Not Festivals to name but a few. 2010 looks set to be another cracking year with their recent album release, crowd pleasing summer festival appearances, their theatre tour and with more planned single and EP releases in the Autumn…the fun continues. ”The Spinal Tap of folk bands” Paddy McGuinness ”Glastonbury 2009 performance - One of my most enjoyable gigs of the year” Steve Lamacq – BBC 6 Music '”The sexiest band in the world” Arthur Smith, The Smith Lectures, BBC Radio 2 “Masters of parody” The Guardian “It’s impossible not to giggle…and this CD (Christmas Cracker) will make a fine substitute for exchanging cracker gags” BBC Music Reviews “Parody tunes that leave you chuckling…the perfect antidote to the modern disease of cynicism….great comedy to brighten your day!” 5/5 Skiddle “Pure comedy. The Lancashire Hotpots have mastered the art of comedic rhyming and have become experts of parody.” Floatation Suite

They also supported ardent fan Paddy McGuinness on his 2008 ‘Paddy McGuinness Plus You’ tour, taking in 18 dates and performing to more than 20,000 people.

“The group is a collection of expert songwriters in the parody genre….how talented these guys are…superb.

With national radio play and support from BBC R2 Chris Evans, BBC R2 and 6 Music’s Steve Lamacq along with numerous regional radio support, and because of their no nonsense approach to comedy and fun, the band have acquired a massive national following. They have already graced the stages on many sold

“The Hotpots have all the right ingredients for a “reet” good laugh….good, old fashioned folk music which is hilarious throughout….sheer fun and exuberance.” Blackpool Gazette

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Joining Bernard, Bob and Dickie on stage are new band members Kenny Body and Billy McCartney. The all new line up sees them expand their fold as they promise more quality parody tunes and top-notch performances.

“You won’t find another band like this, I promise!” BBC R2 Steve Lamacq ” If the world, radio and charts had these boys on a bit more often, this grumpy and wet country might just be a brighter place to live.….Top performance.”

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Fresh from the success of her Pot Of Gold album success, Yorkshire’s Rosie Doonan releases her new single ‘Lay Your Love’ 7th March Label: Silvertop Records Distributor: Proper Distribution

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www.rosiedoonan.com A descendent of folk music royalty, growing up in Wakefield, Rosie found herself “surrounded by music” - her dad played uilean pipes in folk luminaries Hedgehog Pie – ensuring she was a free festival veteran by the age of fourteen. In times such as these with ‘artists’

obsessed with pre-packed insta-fame whilst not entirely replete with talent, Rosie possesses a firm understanding of what being a working musician is all about.

Rosie Doonan has the ability to perfectly bridge the dichotomy between self-reflection and free expression that is eminently visible on her recent album “Pot Of Gold”. Songs such as Darker Side of You and title track Pot Of Gold, whilst presenting themselves in completely

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More> You can catch Rosie at the following venues 14th and 15th July Larmer Tree Festival, Dorset different guises, deliver Rosie’s unique brand of heartbreaking yet redemptive stories, finished with her own ethereal touch. What makes Rosie different is the ease with which she draws you in to a situation you’re already familiar with. Hot on the heels of her second solo album

The music comes first, the rest is just Pot Of Gold and her recent single Fall For details. Me, Rosie Doonan returns festively refreshed with the follow up second single Lay Your Recognition of her vocal talents came Love, an upbeat tale of a torrid break-up which early and she duly joined local acapella finds it’s roots in traditional British folk-pop group Sweet Nothings, with whom she with a sprinkling of Americana for good performed at the musical Valhalla, the measure. Royal Albert Hall. Wandering through the “She demonstrates through her versatility as musical landscape led to a move to London where Rosie found that the streets a musician, her colourful allure, her captivating charisma and perhaps most are most definitely not paved with gold. Realising she was very much a small drop importantly, her remarkable voice, just why she is one of Yorkshire’s brightest prospects in a large ocean she partnered with childhood friend and fellow songwriter Ben at the moment.” Dig Yorkshire – 5* Live review Murray. The coupling delivered the quite incredible Mill Lane album that rightly took Hot on the heels of her second solo album the plaudits as well as being nominated for Pot Of Gold and her recent single Fall For Me, Rosie Doonan returns festively refreshed a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award.

With a new a focus and renewed drive Rosie struck out on her own and set about cherrypicking her past experiences. All of which led to the quite stunning debut album “Moving On”. Receiving critical acclaim across the board, “Moving On” finally revealed the true talent and effortless songwriting ability she had always held close.

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with the follow up second single Lay Your Love, an upbeat tale of a torrid break-up which finds it’s roots in traditional British folk-pop with a sprinkling of Americana for good measure. “She demonstrates through her versatility as a musician, her colourful allure, her captivating charisma and perhaps most importantly, her remarkable voice, just why she is one of Yorkshire’s brightest prospects at the moment.” Dig Yorkshire – 5* Live review The close of 2010 returned some early Christmas presents for Rosie with the initial

17th July Martys Festival, Tolpuddle 20th July Warthogs 26th August, Limetree Festival, North Yorkshire release of the album selling well at retail and gigs. The debut single Fall For Me received good support at BBC Radio 2 with Steve Lamacq airplay as well as a number of regional BBC live sessions and airplay support. Press was also kind and came with high critical acclaim, one describing Rosie’s effortless ability as ‘Reminiscent of possibly the greatest songwriter of all, Tom Waits.’ Noise Noise Noise 2011 is looking positive with new single “Lay Your Love”, a raft of new dates announced, a number of folk festival appearances and a BBC Raw Talent session in the works. The rainbow gets brighter and at the end of it is Rosie Doonan and her Pot Of Gold. "Pot Of Gold" has a healthy mix of pop sensibilities that should appeal across a broad audience and some cleverly thought out songs that should hold the audience once they've arrived. Fatea Magazine “Pot of Gold is a beautifully crafted piece of work by a beautifully talented musician” Noise Noise Noise

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DEBUT ALBUM ' DROWN YOUR HEART AGAIN' RELEASED ON MONDAY, 13th SEPTEMBER + MAKING OF VIDEO + NEW SINGLE Monday 11th Oct Leeds, Milo Monday 18th Oct York, Stereo Thursday 21st Oct Sheffield, The Hub

The Strange Death Of Liberal England (TSDOLE) have released a mini film about the making of their debut album 'Drown Your Heart Again' which is released this Monday (13th September) through Republic of Music.

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They embark upon an extensive UK tour SEPTEMBER in October and November in support of Saturday 18th Southsea, King Theatre the forthcoming album. The tour kicks off OCTOBER with a very special home town show as Monday 11 Leeds, Milo headliners of the Southsea Festival at The Tuesday 12 Aberdeen, Tunnels King’s Theatre with the Richard P Horn Wednesday 13 Dundee, Dexters Thursday 14 Sunderland, Plugged in Friday 15 Glasgow , Maggie Mays Saturday 16 Bathgate, Attic Sunday 17 Inverness, Hootananny Monday 18 York, Stereo Wednesday 20 Liverpool, Masque Thursday 21 Sheffield, The Hub Friday 22 Leicester, Firebug Monday 25 London, Lexington Tuesday 26 Bristol, The Lanes Wednesday 27 Birmingham, The Flapper Thursday 28 Manchester, Ruby Lounge Friday 29 Exeter, Time Piece Saturday 30 Truro, Wig and Pen

'A darker, more sinister edge that makes The Strange Death Of Liberal England so brilliantly enthralling’

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Youth Orchestra who also feature on the album. To coincide with the tour, The Strange Death of Liberal England have confirmed they will release a new single 'Lighthouse' on November 1st.

NOVEMBER Monday 1 Cardiff, Buffalo Bar Tuesday 2 Brighton, Hydrant Wednesday 3 Stoke, Sugarmill

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Theatre Arts and avant garde Home Theatre News Music News Black Metal at the Bradford Playhouse with bands

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A Forest of Stars and Wiht

Bradford Playhouse Sat 30th Oct 4 Chapel Street, Little Germany, Bradford, BD1 5DL

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violence and tenderise with "The Gentleman's Club of diverse, symphonic and A Forest of Stars would like experimental delicacies.

to invite you to a unique live event where theatre, arts, and avant-garde black metal will be married together in aesthetic and aural harmony.

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This is the first time music from the new critically acclaimed album 'Opportunistic Thieves of Spring' will be performed live. The performance is being filmed for a DVD release, and will also be supported by 'Wiht'."

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Lions Look Presents: Home Theatre News Music News a great evening of music, featuring

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Arthur Rigby & The Baskervylles, New Vinyl and Champagne For Enemies.

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In November 2009, the band celebrated the release of their debut single 'On my Own' New Vinyl arrived in 2003, and have been performing with the 50-strong University of together building a fan base ever since, York Concert Orchestra . passionate and determined about their music . With influences extending from The Divine To date, they have recorded 32 songs and Comedy and Guillemots to Pink Floyd and Led played hundreds of gigs all over the country, Zeppelin their wide ranging material appeals to including the unsigned stage at Leeds an eclectic mix of fans. Festival. Also at the Festival they played the In an eventful 12 months Arthur Rigby were Nokia Rock up and play stage twice, the 2nd finalists in Channel 4's Orange Unsigned Act time following The Enemy. competition, winners in the Reverb Music With three songs played on Sky Sports for makers Songwriting Competition and featured Rugby League games as well as recording the on Xfm radio, Tom Robinson's BBC 6 soundtrack for a film called 'Rough Around the "Introducing" show, BBC Leeds Raw Talent Edges' which was released at the end of 2009 and a live studio set, on local radio station they are an up and coming band . Phoenix FM. Hand-picked by SPIN.com staff from more Champagne For Enemies than 500 entrants to have Call For Rebellion started in early 2008 as a duo consisting of played on Boston radio station WFNX. the founding members Mark Wright and Simon Gail Porter had 'Call For Rebellion' played on Walker, they jammed for a while playing to Absolute radio and invited them down to do a empty pubs and clubs trying to get themselves live session. More recently the bands been heard,gradually building a loyal following mentioned in various tabloids including The creating songs such as the now popular Sun, The Daily Mirror, The Daily Star, The ‘Drowning in Romance’ and ‘Feel the Same’. Daily Telegraph, Metro, Ok Magazine and all From a duo they were joined by Tony Hudson the corresponding online sites. (drums)to make the lineup complete as a The band has also been mentioned by Gail band, and after a few months of hard work and Porter on TV Shows Loose Women, Gmtv and practice they started gigging as a 3 piece and The Wright Stuff and featured on BBC Radio growing their fan base whilst trying out a few Leeds, Raw Talent amongst other radio different bass players. This continued until shows. Tony's cousin Shane Hudson ( now on bass ) got in touch to arrange a jam. The guys “We are still out there gigging, writing and bonded instantly and the full band was then recording new material and looking to the complete. Regularly playing local venues and future with great optimism” said Danny, Joe, clubs like the Frontier (Batley variety club) and Lee, Andy and Steve . Rios in Leeds. T

Arthur Rigby & The Baskervylles are a 9-piece band,

including two violins, double bass, piano, trumpet, saxophone and trombone. The ensemble was launched at the end of 2009 with their first performance in The Packhorse, Leeds .

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The lads started working on new material such as ‘Oceans away’, ‘Too Late Now’, and ‘In Words Left Unspoken’ also the popular ‘You Take My Breath Away’, which Russell Lissack of Bloc Party called "a festival anthem, a well crafted song you guys have look forward to hearing more," he said.

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Tuesday 15th February - The Brudenell Social ClubLeeds Hyde Park (0113 2752411) Doors 8pm,Price: £4

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Germs. See them now before they hit Europe with Tree of Sores in April.

http://www.myspace.com/canaya uk Forged from the likes of Tangaroa, Year of the Man, and Dragged into Sunlight to name a few, Canaya have made soul destroying brutality their business. Their ‘Alignment of Dying Planets’ EP has received a wealth of praise from Rocksound and the blogosphere beyond; they are unquestionably a band on the rise. Precision sharp and best appreciated live. With support from:

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Touted around by the ever dependable Best Enemies blokes, Double Muscle are a group of Dinosaur Jr loving http://www.myspace.com/normal upstarts. Skewed and dirgey manmusic grunge, fresh off the back of heir new EP, ‘Jail,’ which hopefully is a Delinquent noise from LS6; place they will avoid in the future. Normal Man are polite young men, depending on your definitions of both. Like a dirty http://www.wearelowculture.com bomb of punk rock and poor taste, they are heavily influenced http://www.myspace.com/fusedpr omotionsuk by outfits like Flipper and the

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YORKSHIRE AT SXSW MUSIC CONFERENCE, AUSTIN, TEXAS Home

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Having established one of the most popular SXSW showcases in 2009 and 2010, Yorkshire’s Timeless Music Project is back once more at SXSW and has also teamed up with the North East's Music Development Agency Generator to present a special Yorkshire and the North East showcase at the British Music Embassy venue to feature Yorkshire acts Pulled Apart By Horses, Dinosaur Pile Up and David Thomas Broughton. List of Yorkshire acts playing showcases SXSW 2011: Pulled Apart By Horses, Dinosaur Pile-Up, David Thomas Broughton, Bear Driver, Juice, Rolo Tomassi, Tigers That Talked, Alvarez Kings, Threads Orchestra, Scars on 45, Asking Alexandria.

Lots of SXSW activity from Timeless Music Project this year. 1) A shared YORKSHIRE & NORTH EAST SXSW PARTY at the British Music Embassy venue, SATURDAY 19TH MARCH 12-3 pm PULLED APART BY HORSES + DINOSAUR PILE UP + LITTLE COMETS + DAVID THOMAS BROUGHTON + VIVA CITY More info: http://www.musicyorkshire.com/live2011.php 2) The annual INDEPENDENT SOUNDS OF YORKSHIRE AND THE HUMBER CD - featuring a selection of YORKSHIRE acts offered showcases at SXSW Music Conference, Texas and a few more. In addition unsigned act ‘End Of Level Baddie’ was chosen by BBC Raw Talent Introducing. The CD will be handed out to music industry and taste makers from all over the world.

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This year's artwork for Yorkshire @ SXSW can be downloaded from: Features: Yorkshire SXSW Showcasing artists: Pulled Apart By Horses, Dinosaur Pile- http://www.flickr.com/photos/chocolatefiregua rd Up, David Thomas Broughton, Bear Driver, Juice, Rolo Tomassi, Tigers That Talked, Keep up to date with our activities: Alvarez Kings, Threads Orchestra. AND: Benjamin Francis Leftwich, Spectrals, Shake Aletti, Napoleon IIIrd, Black Diamond Bay, Tom Staar, Submotion Orchestra, Vessels, The Beaus, End Of Level Baddie. More info: http://www.musicyorkshire.com/the-cd.php

SXSW is regarded by many as the most important US based Music Conference 3) Digital dropcard of Yorkshire and North East relevant to British Music - helping to break artists available to SXSW delegates. acts including Amy Winehouse, Corinne Bailey Rae and the Kaiser Chiefs to name a few. There was a sharp upturn in interest for Yorkshire Music at SXSW 2009 and 2010! This year’s Yorkshire and North East contingent is very strong with many artists from both regions selected to play official showcases and a number of music businesses in attendance.

4) The Yorkshire and North East SXSW Party is also part of a special Northern Day for SXSW featuring bands from the Yorkshire, North East and the North West. More info: http://www.musicyorkshire.com/northernday.php

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Tel: 01274 682125 getting to know the fret board, working with a metronome and developing sounds and effects. The course consists of 3 sessions of 2 hours on: Monday 18th October 7pm – 9pm Monday 25th October 7pm – 9pm Monday 1st November 7pm – 9pm (Maximum 10 students) £75 for 3 sessions of 2 hours

Hi YGG October's flying, as well as exciting recording projects here's a look into the other stuff we've been doing. The Samba Workshop at the end of September had the live room of the recording studio filled with samba instruments and students from Carlton Bolling College. The event was

To get a place on the Masterclass for this, or any of organised with Common the former head of Jazz at the three other developmental Purpose, an independent notLeeds College of . He will begin courses CLICK HERE or call for-profit organisation that runs teaching on Monday 18th 01274 682125. leadership development October, developing students courses. The group were taught guitar skills. To see him in rhythms lead by Darren action check out the video Ibbotson who handed over the below; responsibility to the students, Developing Your Guitar Skills showing that leadership is one is one of four masterclasses confident step away. being run at Factory Street Watch the video here... Studios. This first course covers practice tips, developing By the way we have a Guitar Masterclass by Peter Sklaroff your ear, using the sounds on your guitar, pick and fingers,

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Singer song-writer and Batley resident Jasmine Kennedy has continued her musical success, being crowned the winner of the BD1 LiVE final earning a live spot at the Bingley Festival, 4th September, see here.

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The Dawnriders will join the overall winner, Jasmine Kennedy, who has also won 8 hours at Bradford’s Factory Street Studios to make full use of their professional recording studio. Factory Street Studios owner and judge of the BD1 LiVE event, Alex Eden said:

“Being part of this year’s BD1 LiVE event has confirmed what I’d expected having seen local bands come through the studio; that there is a wealth of talent out there locally. Judging an event like this isn’t easy, but having seen Jasmine perform, I know she is a worthy winner. I wish Over 100 musical acts entered BD1 the best of luck in future to all the LiVE, and after 3 heats, four finalists bands that entered, I’ll be looking were given a spot at this year’s forward to seeing the finalists at Bingley Music Live Festival in Bingley Music LiVE and welcoming September, playing in front of a Jasmine into the studio for what I’m crowd of over 15000 people. The sure will be an unforgettable Mexanines, Black Diamond Bay and session.”

This follows her live appearance on Radio Leeds and a slot at the 2010 Mela festival, the 17 year old will now be playing on the same bill as The Enemy, Seasick Steve and Professor Green.

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Rock School at factory Street Studios Tel: 01274 682125 www.factorystreet.co.uk

If you’re aged between 13 and 18 and want an experience of a lifetime making music in a recording studio come and join with others and learn from the professionals. Whatever your ability, you’ll be guided throughout the week by experienced music producers who have a great track record to share with you. You’ll learn a number of tracks, record your own CD then play a live gig at the end of the week. No need to feel shy, it’s fun! What You Get: • A 5 day music experience in a real recording studio • Rehearse & receive guidance from professional musicians & engineers • Create a band with others, record some tracks, get your own CD to keep • Rock the House by playing a gig to your own family

Rock School 2011 Holiday Times: Monday 2nd April – Friday 6th April Monday 4th June – Friday 8th June Monday 23rd July – Friday 27th July Session times are 10am – 4pm each day ROCK SCHOOL BOOKING NOW Call 01274 682125 to reserve your place today. For the week it costs £199 with all teaching and refreshments included. Funded places are available for Incommunities residents. Please call Amy Eden for further information on 01274 682125. Previous Rock Schoolers “Thirteen16” formed at Rock School have gone onto play Bingley Music Live festival, gig locally regularly and are pursuing festivals across the UK and Europe.

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latest single Champagne in September and plays the following gig in Leeds Aug 19th Verve, 16 Merrion Street, Leeds, LS1 6PQ 8pm

Following on from the huge reaction to his 2009 single Doctor Can. Champagne once again sees the quirky South Coast songwriter delivery an ultra friendly radio track that parks in your head after one play. The last two years have seen Ben Dalby rise his way up from local to national media resulting in his Doctor Can single featuring on Steve Lamacq’s Radio 2 show with Steve saying 'a man out of time … there isn’t much music like this troubling the airwaves at the moment” . Earlier this year saw Ben appear in national print when Acoustic magazine caught up with the hot songwriting property.

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Champagne is Ben’s 4th single following on from his previous singles ‘The Credit Crunch Song’ ,‘Chinese Friends’ and ‘Doctor Can’ and his previous singles have received widespread commercial and local radio play INCLUDING breakfast Show plays on the huge North East station Metro FM. Not surprisingly Ben’s 'The tidy and sensible, but regularly gets compared to Nick Drake, genuinely darker flatmate for Gary Numan and Lou Reed and it’s Marc Almond...a neat line in easy to see why Ben is tipped to be one the of must-see artists in 2010. He bounced up synth that is just about old enough to remember gathers Soft Cell, Gary people singing ‘Another Brick In The

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Wall’ at his junior school. Pink Floyd were a major influence, along with other iconic artists such as Prince, Talking Heads and Jeff Beck and it’s easy to see their influence on his satirical but radio-friendly songs. Ben’s aim is to write songs that make people want to turn up the radio, his songs can be gentle, humourous or fiery. His lyrics are thought-provoking and original in perspective and his recently launched YouTube channel has resulted in over 115,000 views. ‘Has the intimacy of a bedroom kiss…’ Jessica Shearer

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Album “FLO” On Raghouse Records Available via i-Tunes and all major download sites

www.annscott.net Live at The Northern Monkey, Leeds Sunday 15th August Tickets £4 in advance from The Northern Monkey / £6 on the door.

Following on from the success of her highly critically acclaimed album “We’re Smiling” Ann Scott, one of Irelands most original creative voices, releases her stunning third album “FLO” on Raghouse Records. Written and recorded during a mixed period of solitary downtime and hectic travelling “Flo” is Ann Scott’s third independent album release and her most personal work to date. From bare bones acoustic to lush piano, via orchestral percussion, dulcimer, vibes and auto harp, Scott navigates to new musical depths on this instalment, which she describes as 'a bunch of songs about being lost and how to get there’. This is something the Dublin songstress should know, having spent the last few years haphazardly touring the UK, Europe and the USA, lingering a month in Chicago to play the coffee shop scene and snatching three day’s studio time at Electrical Audio, where some of the album’s core moments were captured. “Breathtaking beauty….Scott’s twilight voice is beguiling” Rock n Reel “Ann Scott is a stunning new talent out of Ireland with a voice that mesmerises on the first listen…Sensational. She has the most beautiful and intriguing voice... music that will hold the attention....in a world of the predictable Ann Scott is a breath of fresh air.... Brilliant!” Classic Rock Society ‘After months and months, trying out every permutation in accompaniment and treatment and rehearsal there is something very appealing about going into a studio and

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just bashing out your songs on a plain old acoustic guitar’ she explains. ‘That was the idea behind going into Electrical Audio. Rob Bochnik - who partly built studio B - had some time off from playing with The Swell Season while I was in Chicago, so we went in to put down some of the songs using that live approach as a starting point.’ Through many hours of subsequent home recording in Dublin, late night editing sessions and days hunched over tempo maps and midi screens, Scott emerged two years and 500 cups of tea later with a mixed bag of jilted folk songs, melodic blues and faintly kitsch pop, all sounding partly lush and partly DIY and consistently raw and honest.

whole lot of ‘pro’ going on amidst my murk of do-it-yourself.’ It is the self contained approach, however which gives Flo much of it’s dark and poetic intrigue through recurring themes of death, love and despair, while Scott’s dusky sweet vocals give a resonance and rare emotional warmth to the whole affair.

With two highly acclaimed albums under her belt, two Irish Meteor nominations and countless musicians’ poll endorsements, Flo is further testament to Scott’s ‘work hard’ ethic and shows a snapshot of a compelling voice on a creative orbit through an increasingly precarious indie While Scott takes command of most of the wilderness.. instruments, programming and a good “A considerable talent….well worth chunk of engineering duties over the 14 checking out!” track set, Flo is not without it’s team of heavy weights. Indie London Long-term collaborator Karl Odlum puts his signature bass and defining strokes on tunes such as Killerman and Universe, a track which nails the overall faraway mood of the album to a tee. Subtle flourishes also come in the shape of Kim Porcelli’s dreamy cello, paired to great effect with Katherine Atkinson’s violin touches while road pal Gemma Hayes adds gentle vocal flutters on the poignant Love is in him and Under the Sun.

“Ann Scott has created a unique sound of her own with ‘We’re Smiling’, and on this evidence she has every right to have the biggest smile on her face.” Penny Black Music “A rare talent…delightful…beautiful…being different enough holds her in amazing stead to stand out from the rest and with this album she has a body of work to see these high expectations through.”

‘Karl Odlum came in at the mixing stage and let me loose on his stash of vintage synthesizers and hi fi samples.’ says Ann. ‘I also spent about a week at Black Box The Music Magazine studios in France working with David Odlum With a full UK summer tour planned polishing parts and it’s thanks to Karl and please visit www.annscott.net for full David and of course Rob that there is a details

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Album: Weekend Millionaire Released: 25th October Catalogue Number :ADL01CD Single Release: 27th September 1.Turbulence 2.Weekend Millionaire 3. Supergeeks

www.andylucasmusic.com You can catch Andy at the following venues with more to follow: September 8th @ Blackhouse Grill, Leeds / September 9th @ The Grill on the Alley, Manchester / September 10th @ The Hale Grill (Blackhouse Grills), Hale / September 11th @ The Blackhouse Grill, Chester

Andy Lucas releases his debut album “Weekend Millionaire” on Glasgow label Crimp Records. The album is lyrically dark, self deprecating, and slightly schizophrenic, but is delivered with Andy’s wry humour. Having been a session pianist and working musician for several years, Andy has stepped out of the shadows and put together an album full of tales we can all at times empathise with, looking at various situations in life through many different eyes. With swirling arrangements and picture postcard storyboards of small town life, album that deserves your attention for it’s clever, catchy and witty content, brought to life in Andy’s own unique way. “Einstein and The Taxi Driver”, a track taken from the album, has also been used on the soundtrack to the Scottish film “Fast Romance” which was released in Summer ’10. “It’s good. Very good. One of the finest debut albums I’ve heard in a long long time.”

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Scene, Beverley Knight, 10CC and Amy MacDonald. He has also appeared and performed on STV and the BBC as a session musician. Currently touring the UK performing tracks from the album, Andy also plays around Scotland with his band Andy Lucas and The Crimps, the band that has recently supported Sir Paul McCartney’s son James McCartney. For up to date info and live dates please

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Talk To Angels are to release their brilliant cover of A Fairytale Of New York on December 1st to raise funds for St George's Crypt, a homeless charity based in Leeds. The Crypt is celebrating 80 years of helping the homeless and needy. Craig Kaye, singer of Talk To Angels issued the following statement: "Every year we play a Christmas show in Leeds and it's always been loads of fun. A few weeks ago, I read about St George's Crypt, how they have been helping homeless people since 1930 and I felt that this year, we should try and help somehow. We'll give all money taken from tickets, the single, merchandise and donations directly to the Crypt. Christmas is a time where so much money gets wasted on unnecessary things. It would be amazing if people wasted less and directed a bit of that money towards those in need or without shelter." The band are playing two shows over the Christmas period: 23rd December - Milo, Call Lane, Leeds LS1 All proceeds from ticket sales, merchandise, donations and downloads of A Fairytale Of new York will go directly to St George's Crypt.

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festival and undertaking a debut tour of the US. The jaunt resulted in a dramatic ABOUT TALK TO ANGELS conclusion after their last gig when one of the band met with a car running a red '...I now count Talk to Angels as a new favourite band...Talk to Angels light, leaving him with serious injuries are a band we will be hearing a lot and a band stranded far from home. But a crushing alloy bumper would never be more of in the future' Room 13 enough to keep these young troopers '...dynamic, innovative and overall down for long... significant piece of music whilst Three quarters of Talk to Angels were born remaining completely accessible in Bradford 21 years ago. Craig Kaye and not over indulgent, which at (vocals/guitar) Chris Robbins (bass) and times conveys a promising future Jamie Lofthouse (drums) have known each for the band' Leeds Indie other pretty much all their lives, forming the band at the tender age of 15. A couple of years ago, they cleverly negotiated some free studio time with Mickey Dale, the keyboard player from Embrace in return for The hotly-anticipated new single is clearing out his basement (you know the here and ready to explode into usual - lawnmower, Christmas decorations, your senses - via the Warp Speed car parts) so he could physically get a studio Carousel label - with neon, fuzzy, in there.

Talk To Angels are set to become one of the most talked-about bands in the current UK music scene.

synth-laden epic alt-pop, bursting with hooks, harmonies and hyperactive guitars. Talk To Angels are the United Nations of the music industry, uniting the coolest of indie kids, the scruffiest of metal-heads and the sassiest of pop princesses as one. Bringing the world together is a beautiful thing, someone has to since Bono did his back in. Maybe you're aware of the band already? Maybe you visited their Myspace page once and spent the next few days humming the insanely-catchy hooks of Enemies Closer? Perhaps you've witnessed one of their mesmerizing gigs (partying in pyjamas or otherwise), or have just seen the band name-checked as a one to watch?

Mickey agreed to engineer new tracks from the three noiseniks. Mickey turned on the mixing desk, sat back and was promptly blown away by the sheer quality and velocity exploding from the speakers and announced right there he was joining the band! Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s face it, Mickey knows a thing or two about bands augmenting an already joyous, often acerbic, dramatic sound with his own style to create a unique cacophony, resulting in one of the singles of 2010. Talk To Angels write vivid songs about guilt, pleasure and pain. Bittersweet laments about life, lost love and murderous intentions driven by incendiary passion. The lads deliver a sound that makes boys dance and girls weak at the knees. Welcome to the new soundtrack of 2010. Sit back, crack open the space dust and lets go warp speed Captain.

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Album released on Crash Records / Seahouse Records – May 24th Available from HMV, iTunes and all major download sites "Understated and timeless songs delivered with quiet beauty...an unreserved recommendation...an undiscovered gem." Get Ready to Rock "This album is a treat to anyone's ears, it is smooth, sleek and a pleasure to listen to...it is relaxing, soothing and simply a must have. April Maybe May are Rosie Hillman (vocals and acoustic guitar) and Matt Kassell (vocals and electric guitar), who formed in 2003 in their home town of Barrow in Furness, Cumbria after both performing as solo artists in their own right, a duo who were later joined by Peter Fitzpatrick (Bass) and Jake Newton (drums). Rosie and Matt’s approach, as a duo was simple: two guitars and two voices, with the emphasis on songwriting above all else. The band expanded to a four-piece affair where bass and drums allow the songs to be given a much fuller and deeper sound working especially well at their live gigs. They release their self titled album “April Maybe May”, a warm, soothing and natural acoustic listen with Rosie’s emotive and sultry vocals complimenting the many and varied percussive instruments that are all used to create such a beautiful drift away album. In 2009 the album had a limited edition release on Seahouse Records. Due to the success of this digital only release, the album has now been given a full distribution release through Crash Records. In 2005/6 they recorded and released their first EP ‘Down To Earth’, under the name Fallen Leaves.

‘Down To Earth’ was a lo-fi, homerecorded affair, which set the tone for future works. The run of 250 CDs, complete with hand-painted, recycled cardboard covers, sold out quickly as Fallen Leaves began making a name in their local area. A main stage appearance at the 2006 Dent Folk Festival saw the duo holding their own alongside national established acts. The following year they released their next EP ‘And It Hit Me’. Again, it was selfreleased and revealed a more serious, darker side to the band’s sound. Fallen Leaves began to travel further a field to play, testing their songs to city crowds. They were nominated for an INDIE award in the best alternative category, and continued to write new songs to play at gigs. They also supported established artists Catherine Feeny, Elaine Palmer, Diane Cluck and Ezio to name but a few. 2008 saw another independent release, ‘Sunshine’. This time the EP was recorded with a full band and this release saw a leap in both production and songwriting skills. National reviews followed and Fallen Leaves got their first national radio airplay on BBC6 Music’s Tom Robinson Introducing show. Their first London show, a headline slot at The Queen’s Head in Islington, was a great success and left the band wanting more.

In 2009 the band were forced to change their name after discovering London punks The Fallen Leaves had released their own album and were dominating Google. April Maybe May was the new name, and came about as a reply to when Rosie and Matt’s album would be ready. And so it was, in May 2009, that their 11track debut CD was given its initial release, which was a diverse collection of indie-folkpop gems. When they are not performing live around the country, April Maybe May hide away in their home studio in the attic of their house, constantly working on writing and recording new material. “The band’s soft, warm, occasionally jazzinflected music floats out of the speakers like meringues on custard. If Radox sold music, it would sound like this.” Sound on Sound Magazine "Blending beautiful harmonies and warm acoustic arrangements, this is what love sounds like". Select Magazine "'...April Maybe May turn in their songs with a natural, crystalline passion…Their honey dewed melodies and caressed, wondrous sound almost carries you into the room on a bed of succulent, fragrant acoustica.” Manchester Music

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running contribution to stage and screen. Despite his work across the world, he has retained strong links with his home city, including as a keen supporter of Hull City. He recently appeared at Hull Truck performing his one-man show, Pretending To Be Me, based on the work of Philip Larkin.

One of Hull’s most famous sons has agreed to act as figurehead for Hull Truck’s Creative Learning team. Sir Tom Courtenay, who has enjoyed a hugely successful acting career on stage and screen, accepted the invitation made by Hull Truck to become its Patron.

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with. As a registered charity, Hull Truck relies on generosity shown by its supporters and it is wonderful that Sir Tom has chosen to back us in this way.”

Sir Tom Courtenay said: “I’m happy to support the theatre in my home town. I’m sure being involved with a theatre as an amateur actor or writer could be very enjoyable and inspiring.”

Hull Truck works with more than 300 young people through its youth theatre. Young people are offered It is hoped that those working with the the chance to audition for theatre, especially young people, will be Sir Tom Courtenay was born in performances in Hull Truck’s Main inspired by the involvement of the Hull in 1937, and attended and Studio Theatre, and also to Oscar-nominated actor. Kingston High School. He went on see their own work performed Head of Creative Learning Mark Rees to study drama at the Royal through projects such as the young said: “We are absolutely thrilled that Sir Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) writers’ festival, 10:18. The Tom has accepted our invitation for him in London and made his stage Creative Learning team also visit to become our Patron. To have debut with the Old Vic. He later schools across the area and somebody of his talent and standing starred in Billy Liar, and received works with adults through its Act III linked with Creative Learning is a huge an Oscar nomination for his role in and Adult Drama sessions. coup for us. It should really help inspire Doctor Zhivago. He received his www.hulltruck.co.uk the huge range of people that we work knighthood in 2000 for his longYorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

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"Though unequalled in England for its unspoilt beauty, the rolling countryside of the Yorkshire Wolds is not renowned as a hotbed of jazz. All that changed the weekend before last when a corner of the Wolds became Coolsville. Burton Agnes, an Elizabethan Hall near Bridlington, held a jazz festival on its manicured lawns... This is the only jazz event I know where your arrival is delayed by ducks crossing the road and performers are joined onstage by flitting bats... Possibly the most enjoyable jazz concert I've ever attended." Christopher Hirst, The Independent

Ticket prices: “one of the classiest acts in British jazz singing”(The Guardian).

Jacqui continues to make an enormous impression wherever she performs, either with her own band or touring with other Set in the grounds of an prestigious musicians, such as historic Elizabethan hall, the the Brodsky Quartet. From festival is organised by its Ronnie Scott’s and the Royal Festival Hall in London to The sax-playing owner Simon Jazz Bakery in Los Angeles, she Cunliffe-Lister and jazz has been wowing packed houses singer Saffron Byass. at major festivals and other Performing at this year's venues worldwide. Last year she has earned himself a reputation festival is the multi award performed with the legendary as one of the country’s most winning Claire Martin whose Marvin Hamlisch in New York to a exciting young artists, and 1992 debut album The Waiting standing ovation. Game received rave reviews “Jacqui Dankworth…. has made finally, Safari with guest and festival organiser Simon Cunliffeand was chosen as a Times it in every sense. She can do a Lister who will play out their Album of the Year. Since then ballad and a gospel number with festival. Claire has gone on to record the same relaxed, easy mastery. Many more artists are to be and perform with many Her timing is terrific, she can announced over the coming globally respected artists pack a punch… and she’s weeks - For up to date artists' including Sir Richard Rodney buoyed up by a quartet who are info please visit marvellous players in their own Bennett (whom she toured www.burtonagnes.com right….a total delight." Daily with to celebrate his 70th Telegraph birthday), Jamie Cullum, the

late John Martyn, Curtis Stigers and even Noel Gallagher to name but a few.

This years festival will also see performances from Zoe Gilby Quintet - A young jazz vocalist Claire has also opened for Tony that has been making a real impression on the jazz scene Bennett at the Glasgow today, Paul Baxter Silver Septet International Jazz Festival. featuring Alan Barnes, Nicola “For my money she's not only Farnon Quartet - an the finest female British jazz outstandingly swinging and singer of her generation but propulsive bass player with an possibly of all time.” outgoing personality to match, The Times - Jazz Reviewer Joel Purnell Quartet - Influenced “Nobody does it like Claire Martin by the American jazz masters of past and present they – a British singing sensation". concentrate musically on a The New York Observer collective approach to Also performing is jazz, singermelodicity, lyricism, jazz feel and songwriter extraordinaire, and expression in a contemporary one of the UK’s most soughtjazz setting, young Blues artist after artists Jacqui Dankworth Oli Brown, who brings a Quartet. freshness and excitement to Given her musical pedigree – every performance and is at the daughter of Dame Cleo Laine forefront of the UK’s new Blues and the late Sir John Dankworth movement, Rob Law Trio who - it’s no surprise that Jacqui is are lead by Rob, an considered to be accomplished piano player who

"...'tis the musical equivalent of a Sunday stroll through the grounds of a stately home… you won't find more beautifully serene surroundings this side of Woodstock for such an experience and just occasionally the music may well surprise you.” All Gigs 2010 review Families flock to the Burton Agnes Jazz Festival for the safe, easygoing vibe. Of particular interest to children is a Children’s Corner with play area; 15 acres of magical gardens to explore including a walled garden with maze, jungle garden and giant games; and a woodland walk with forest creatures to find. Face painters and a children’s entertainer will also be on hand during the weekend to keep the children amused whilst you enjoy some of the finest Jazz and Blues music in the most beautiful and tranquil of surroundings.

Weekend Advance Ticket: Friday 6pm – 10pm, Saturday 11am – 10pm, Sunday 11am – 6pm Before 1st July - £40 / After June 30th £50 Concessions: OAPs, Season ticket holders, students, children 12-15 years (Under 12 FREE with an adult) Before 1st July £38 / After June 30th £48 Day Ticket: Saturday 11am – 10pm Before 1st July - £30 / After June 30th £35 Concessions £28 / £32 Day Ticket: Sunday 11am – 6pm Before 1st July - £25 / After June 30th £30 Concessions £23 / £28 Evening Ticket: Friday 6 pm – 10pm and Saturday 6pm – 10pm Before 1st July - £20 EACH DAY / After June 30th - £25 EACH DAY Concessions £18 / £23 Camping Voucher: Camping open Friday 3pm – Monday noon. Before 1st July £30 / After June 30th £35 Available online at www.burtonagnes.com and from the Festival Ticket Office Tel: 01262 490 324 Or visit Burton Agnes Hall and its courtyard shops.

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5th, 6th and 7th August Burton Agnes Hall, Burton Agnes, East Yorkshire, YO25 4NB

With its original three-acre award winning walled garden divided into compartments, all planted in different colours, and include giant board games for people to play including chess, draughts and snakes and ladders, Burton Agnes Hall stately and family home is set in 15 acres of the most beautiful surroundings. A maze and a jungle garden are favourites for children who can play while their parents and grandparents wander around looking at the flowers in the different gardens and listening to the beautiful music and award winning artists on display during the festival weekend. According to the judges who awarded it “Garden of The Year” in 2006, Burton Agnes provides "a splendid example of a garden which fuses the traditional with the advantages

of new varieties of plants and materials available today.

Impressionist art to create an inimitable festival experience. Festival goers are invited to The result is a garden which is picnic in the grounds whilst an exciting and dynamic haven of beauty for visitors to explore, enjoying the music, and a campsite in the field adjacent to relax in and gain inspiration the Hall offers panoramic views from". of the Yorkshire Wolds, and The 5th annual Burton Agnes there are hot shower facilities for Jazz and Blues festival held over those wishing to pitch a tent for three days in August, with a night or the whole weekend. performances in the Elizabethan Festival tickets also entitle Hall and its beautiful grounds, festival goers entry to the Hall are where you can experience and its beautiful gardens, and the diverse range of laid-back award-winning local produce is entertainment that inspired The on sale throughout the three-day Independent to write that the festival, including the famous 2007 Festival was ‘Possibly the Wold Top beer. most enjoyable jazz concert I've Families flock to the Burton Agnes Jazz ever attended’. The large stage on the Main Lawn in the Hall's award-winning grounds is where you’ll see this years Jazz and Blues Festival main acts including the award winning Claire Martin, one of the UK’s most sought-after artists Jacqui Dankworth, Zoe Gilby Quintet, the fresh and exciting Oli Brown, Nicola Farnon and Matt Smith to name but a few. With rolling fields behind the stage and pristine woodland to the side, you couldn’t ask for a more stunning setting. Inside the Hall, intimate acoustic performances mix with original Elizabethan carvings and French

boasts the Queen's state bedroom with a spectacular stucco ceiling, a Chinese room with 18th-century lacquered panels, and a fine collection of French Impressionist and contemporary art (including pieces by Cezanne, Gauguin, Matisse and Renoir), bronzes, furniture and porcelain bought by the family over five generations.

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What better way to spend a family weekend away than at Burton Agnes Hall Jazz and Blues Festival with its safe and easy-going vibe.

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Festival for the safe, easy-going vibe. Of particular interest to children is a Children’s Corner with play area; 15 acres of magical gardens to explore including a walled garden with maze, jungle garden and giant games; and a woodland walk with forest creatures to find. Face painters and a children’s entertainer will also be on hand during the weekend to keep the children amused whilst you enjoy some of the finest Jazz and Blues music in the most beautiful and tranquil of surroundings.

Burton Agnes Hall a Grade 1 listed building. It was built by Sir Henry Griffith c.1600 to designs attributed to English architect Robert Smythson, a master mason to Queen Elizabeth I. The historic house is famous for its unsurpassed Elizabethan plasterwork, carving and panelling, and it also

The Hall’s previous owner, Sir Marcus Wickham-Boynton, died in 1989, and with no son and direct heir to take over responsibility of the estate it fell to his cousin’s son, the then 12 year old, Simon Cunliffe-Lister. Simon’s mother, Susan Cunliffe-Lister, a gifted gardener, managed it on his behalf until four years ago when Simon took over. Simon lives at the Hall with his wife and two young children and he is the son of Earl Swinton and Susan Cunliffe-Lister (daughter of Viscount William (Willie) Whitelaw, a former Home Secretary who served as deputy prime minister to Margaret Thatcher). Weekend Ticket: Friday 6pm – 10pm, Saturday 11am – 10pm, Sunday 11am – 6pm - £50

Concessions: OAPs, Season ticket holders, students, children 12-15 years (Under 12 FREE with an adult) Before 1st July £38 / After June 30th £48 Day Ticket: Saturday 11am – 10pm Before 1st July - £30 / After June 30th - £35 Concessions £28 / £32 Day Ticket: Sunday 11am – 6pm Before 1st July - £25 / After June 30th - £30 Concessions £23 / £28 Evening Ticket: Friday 6 pm – 10pm and Saturday 6pm – 10pm Before 1st July - £20 EACH DAY / After June 30th - £25 EACH DAY Concessions £18 / £23 Camping Voucher: Camping open Friday 3pm – Monday noon. Before 1st July £30 / After June 30th £35 Available online at

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Saffron Byass Singer Songwriter, Jazz Blues artist and coorganiser of Burton Agnes Jazz and Blues festival, in conversation Click video for full interview

“It’s so exciting Burton Agnes will have some of the Finest jazz and blues artists from around the country and wonderful local acts too and cheekily my own band too playing tunes from my own album ‘Speak Your truth’”

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“ A great addition last year for the first time was the acoustic tent with such a lovely atmosphere listening to the beautiful beautiful musical magic....” “There is a huge wealth of talent and musical support in Yorkshire... every body is really friendly and supportive”

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“Its nice to have a mixture at Burton Simon Cunliffe-Lister and jazz singer Saffron Byass. Agnes... all of our music is really “The Album should be ready later this approachable to people who might born, very exciting the finishing touches are just being put together” summer I’m playing with my band on not necessarily be aficionados, so people can come along and have a “...it has quite a spiritual theme to it, the afternoon of 7th August at Burton great weekend and listen to some kind of life journey type theme. It’s Agnes to launch the album, it’s very fabulous jazz and blues without a blues album it’s very much up beat exciting and hopefully the album will being frightened off and get a real with positive messages, new life be on sale by then” flavour of all the different genres” direction messages”. “Of course at the festivals finale on the “Yes my new album is nearly ready... “I love it I’m really pleased with it last day Simon and I will play out the I wrote it this winter.. it was snowing the songs really cheer me up and festival with the Rob Law Trio. outside and I couldn’t get out and hopefully they’ll have the same sort of sat down and started writing effect when people listen to the www.burtonagnes.com some music, and an album has been songs in the album”

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Set in the most beautiful of Yorkshires surroundings, in the grounds of an historic Elizabethan hall, the festival is organised by its sax-playing owner Simon CunliffeLister and jazz singer Saffron A beautiful tranquil morning and I am sat writing in the now deserted beer marquee on the lawn of Burton Agnes Hall, sharing the moment with a small number of fellow early morning festival goers. The 13th Century church chimes the hour and the 21st Century wind turbines peep through the tree line to my right waving good morning like friendly gentle giants. People are sat on the lawn enjoying the morning sun. Music from the empty main stage starts and washes over the lawn and a sound man paces back and forth testing the sound quality and direction. The tea tent is open and providing necessary sustenance to sleepy campers. Burton Agnes is waking to a new festival day. The Burton Agnes Jazz and Blues festival set in beautiful gardens and with a gorgeous Elizabethan Hall as a back drop is the most friendly and relaxed of festivals. A young festival and growing, this year as well as the main stage and the stage in the Hall the festival included the late night stage (admirably held in the beer marquee) run by the Beverley Arts Trust. Of course sustenance is important!! And the food on the lawn included delicious homemade and barbecued local Aberdeen Angus beef and Spicy Lamb Burgers with freshly prepared salads and vegetables from the Hall’s walled garden. Oh what choice with the Green Saffron Indian Spice

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Traders where a treat of traditional Indian Cuisine was sumptuously, temptingly on offer. Then there was the beer Marquee, home of late night music where Wold Top beer, traditional scrumpy cider and delicious wines were all enjoyed amid friendly relaxed company, warm conversation and lovely music. The main stage, set in the lawn with gently cascading ponds, (and dangerous looking carps) forming a boundary to one side and trees and a lovely mosaic tiled floor bordering the other. Together creating a

Music in the Hall Throughout the weekend a treat of acoustic music was performed in the wonderful surroundings of Burton Agnes Hall. Ben Beattie and the Jazz Age

Performances by Ben Beattie and the Jazz Age (see interview) a wonderful group of young musicians playing classic jazz ballads and energetic feel good music. Kate and Manny sang sweet Gershwin and Sinatra. And the Burton Agnes jazz players delightful performances of Rev Ray and Jenny Bray (see interview) with students and friends from their East Yorkshire Jazz courses and jazz evenings - a real hit with their audience

Throughout the weekend Chris Wade and Ray, of Beverley festival, gave admirable main stage assistance to artists meanwhile the Beverley Arts Trust organised the late night sessions, both teams adding support to the festivals organisers Saffron Byass and Simon CunliffeLister. All in all a nurturing collaboration still in its early days promising a dynamic fusion firing a cauldron mix of music genres, experiences and influences and leading to a sizzling synthesis- expect exciting musicality in the East Riding!!

The Alligators The Beverley Arts Trust aims at promoting a wide range of arts throughout the East Riding and organised the late night sessions.

Friday saw Holly Tamar’s (see interview) original and captivating music incorporating jazz and folk followed by Bandiqui’s rhythmic guitaring and beautifully evocative vocals. The Alligators (see interview) played out the night with furious foot beautiful lawn amphitheatre. Festival goers tapping rhythm and blues that had the beer tent cheering and stomping. arranged themselves on camping chairs

and mats, filling the spaces in friendly picnic party atmosphere. Umbrellas and makeshift covers lay to one side festival goers ready for changing inclement. Generally the weather was kind, a little intermittent rain but warm and dry through most of the music. And what varied and beautiful music clearly enjoyed by the audiences delighted and enthusiastic responses. Friday saw, 5 pieces of silver a hot quintet dedicated to 1960’s Blue Note Era of Horace Silver, led by Brazilian born pianist Zezo Olimpio. This was followed by Base Man Family (see interview), a twelve strong collective fusing jazz, soul, r&b, funk and pop in an energetically awe inspiring blend of influences.

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Saturday night late revelers were entertained by Miles Cain musician, writer and storyteller from York. whose folk and blues playing and vocals engaged his audience. Next was ‘Two’ who are Helen Turner and Sharon Winfield. The duo formed in 2006 and recently release their second album. Regarded by some as the 'Yorkshire's Indigo Girls', they, sang their own contemporary indie folk songs with entrancing vocal harmonies that charmed their audience. Bandiqui (see interview) again finished the night with eloquent expressiveness.

Saturday kicked off with the Zezo Olimpio Trio (see interview) playing classics of Brazilian music and Zezo’s own compositions performed on his vintage Fender-Rhodes piano creating a unique sound. Anita Wardell (see interview) sang next with mesmerising and captivating vocal improvisation, using her voice with evocative emotion and instrumental passionate precision. Little Axe Skip McDonald (see interview), followed with his raucous blues based sound. The audience was then treated to thrilling swinging big sound jazz by the Al Wood Big band and the evocative vocals of Saffron Byass. Saturday’s main stage finale saw the exhilarating and brilliant Dennis Rollins (see interview), versatile and unique using his trombone as a breathtaking front-line instrument in a genuine and giving improvisational rhythmic play of music. Sunday started with the Rob Law Trio led by Rob an exciting young piano player with a mixture of jazz, soul and Latin. Clare Teal followed with a sparkling performance and the Burton Agnes audience warmed to her beautiful voice and delicious personality. Omar Puente (see interview) and Robert Mitchell, dazzled with their intricate multinational, multirhythmic music. Then to the climax of the festival as the organisers Saffron Byass and Simon Cunliffe-Lister shared their music beautifully with the festival audience and played out their festival in style.

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returns for a 4th year with another something-for-everyone line-up of artists set over 3 days in the most beautiful of Yorkshires surroundings. Set in the grounds of an historic Elizabethan hall, the festival is organised by its saxplaying owner Simon Cunliffe-Lister and jazz singer Saffron Byass. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Burton Agnes, an Elizabethan Hall near Bridlington, a jazz festival on its manicured lawns... This is the only jazz event I know where your arrival is delayed by ducks crossing the road and performers are joined onstage by flitting bats... Possibly the most enjoyable jazz concert I've ever attended." Christopher Hirst, The Independent

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On Saturday 14th May BEVERLEY FESTIVAL 2011 between 12pm and 3pm, a www.beverleyfestival.com selection of artists appearing Fri 17th – Sun 19th June 2011 at this year’s Beverley Festival Legendary hit star and singer songwriter Paul 28 Years 1983 - 2011 – Folk, Acoustic, Roots, will Carrack, headlines at Beverley Festival to kick be hitting the towns café’s Patron: John Godber off a packed weekend of entertainment giving impromptu taster We caught up with York Singer performances of what the Songwriter Jess Gardham at the Love “One of the finest voices public can expect to hear at Unplugged Concert in Bradford and the country possesses” this year’s festival. had a great interview see below. Mojo As well as in the café’s, other acts such as Forro Porro will be found winding their way through the town centre streets of Beverley getting everyone in the ‘Festival Spirit’ with their South American Fiesta sounds.

Jess will be one of the artists appearing on Saturday (14th May) round the cafes of Beverley. Jess and her band are also

Laura Mills, Festival Administrator appearing on the same stage as Paul said ‘we use every opportunity we Carrack on the opening Friday of can to spread the festival word. We Beverley Folk Festival are proud to offer something to suit all tastes and ages with music ranging from traditional and modern Folk, Americana, World, Salsa, Blues right through to Soul and Classic Rock/Pop. We also have Traditional Dance teams, Comedy, Film, Spoken Word, workshops for all ages, free children’s events, a fantastic Craft, Food & Music fair, Real Ale bars and so much more. This year, there are more than 70 different acts performing at the festival over the weekend, some of these have won prestigious Radio 2 Awards. Where else are you going to find such acclaimed artists right on your doorstep? Our fantastic Youth programme gives young performers the means to be heard by an audience from around the globe. This year’s Café Run can be found in: Brown’s, Vanilla’s, Café Nero, Pizza Express, Rolando’s, Costa Coffee, Lempicka, Dine on The Rowe, Ask, Lucia’s and The Poppy Seed. Artists taking part include: Jess Gardham, Edwina Hayes, Forro Porro, Jody McKenna Band plus others As well as The Café Run, the festival can also be found in Beverley’s Saturday Market from 10.00am on a stall where full information about this year’s event will be available and organisers and volunteers will be on hand to answer questions.

“A musician’s musician” Manchester Evening News Never failing to come up with something a bit special to add to the great Beverley Festival line-up, this year organisers will be welcoming fellow Yorkshireman, the Sheffield born singer, songwriter and former frontman of Ace, Squeeze and Mike and the Alive” with Timothy B Schmit of Mechanics, Paul Carrack. The Eagles. With a career stretching back As well as working with pop, to the 1980’s and his back catalogue of hits includes “How rock and punk bands, he toured in late 2010 with the Royal Long”, “Tempted” and “The Philharmonic Orchestra and Living Years” , Paul’s recently performed for 3 nights marvellously soulful voice is with them in London. known to millions around the world; he is undoubtedly a key A truly versatile and prolific figure in British pop history. As songwriter, and a stunning well as playing on albums with singer, his visit to Beverley will the likes of Roxy Music, The be his first to the area and is a Undertones, and The real coup for the organisers of Pretenders to name but a few, the festival. he has also performed live with He will be performing on the Ringo Starr, and Nick Lowe , opening night of the festival on and in 1985 formed a Friday 17th June at the partnership with Mike Beverley Leisure Complex @ Rutherford of Genesis to form 7.30pm. Mike and the Mechanics. He Tickets £25.00 later joined forces with Chris Difford in Squeeze and his Available on-line frommost recent collaboration has www.beverleyfestival.com resulted in the production of a or 01377 217569 single in March of this year or from the Beverley Tourist entitled “Love Will Keep Us Information Centre

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This year, the festival is working harder than ever to provide an opportunity for young musicians and singers to perform over the festival weekend in its Area2 Youth Programme now renowned nationwide for the quality of the young people who perform at it, as well as a starting point for developing new acts. This year a trio of musicians Moore, Moss and Rutter, who came together at the festival in the youth programme several years ago, became winners of the prestigious BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award, held in London in January. As well performing once again for Area2, the trio have been invited to open

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01377 217569 for one of the headline concerts at the festival this year. Many other young artists who have grown up with the festival will be back again this year, many of whom are now regularly performing in clubs and arts centres all over the country. The festival is inviting all young people, whether already performers, or just interested in starting out, to come along and enjoy the festival experience and have a go! As a boost to the weekend programme, this year the festival is also promoting two pre-festival concerts, supported by the English Folk Dance and Song Society, in association with the Arts Council England in its programme “Folk Rising”. In these two concerts, young artists will be the main focus of the performances.

Festival offers young artists the chance to become our future Stars! As always the Beverley Folk Festival supports all age groups in the opportunity to get up on stage and perform in front of an enthusiastic audience.

The first concert is to be held on Thursday 7th April at “Fruit” in the old town of Hull and will feature young artists, Blackbeard’s Tea Party and Sea Fret, along with the highly popular local Hull band, Circus Envy. (Start time 8.00pm. Doors 7.30pm) In May (Thursday 19th) an evening hosted by popular local Yorkshire artist, of national renown, Edwina Hayes, will feature nominees for the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Awards, David Gibb and the Pony Club, a rising young artist Harry Rowland, and a trio rapidly gaining in popularity Broken Ground. The concert will take place at the Pocklington Arts Centre (starting at 7.30pm).

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By Andrew Sugden Celebrating 27 years: 1983 - 2010

Beverley festival is well known for its innovative and eclectic mix that brings the most friendly and relaxed atmospheres to the historic, East Yorkshire town of Beverley; it is an enchanting blend of dance, comedy, literature, poetry, and of course music; to experience Beverley is to experience a creative festival of delight. The festival also has a growing reputation for enticing top artists to its stages but also it is a nurturing place for new upcoming performers a meeting place that encourages and cultivates contemporary folk and acoustic Indie music. Beverley is a place where individual stories can be told with emotional honesty fire and wit, sometimes tender and intimate sometimes with sing-along raucousness always entertaining to festival goers new and old. It is a melting pot where roots, folk, indie, soul, gospel and punk collide with artists like Dogan Mehmet who’s creation of Anglo-Turkish, GypsyPunk style mix of traditions and strong acoustic grooves delighted in the World Marquee. A short walk through the festival village and Jesse Gardham’s beautiful and evocative folk soul fusions could be heard on the acoustic stage, while Jinski’s intricately soulful blend of acoustic roots and country was being enjoyed in the Wold Marquee. Not long and then Circus Envy’s alternative-folk rhythms blend with sensitive traditional aesthetic influences in their intricately crafted harmony-led modern songs. Then there was Hull’s own Abbie Lamas’s acoustic gothic grunge. Back in the World Marquee Rebekah Findlay a singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from North Yorkshire, played a variety of folk songs creating a contemporary sound yet still embracing the elements of

traditional folk music. Later Martin Simpson was back with his trio, hot foot from winning the BBC Radio 2 Award for Best Traditional Song. Roy Bailey and Tony Benn expanded this theme of storytelling in words and music outlining the experiences and struggles of people past against oppression and disadvantage, forging links between the spoken and written word along with music they combined stories of emancipation and poignant conversation. Scottish artist, now resident in Lincolnshire, Barbara Dickson rooted in folk tradition, recounted her life and autobiography “Barbara Dickson – A Short Box Full of Songs”. Meanwhile a storytelling club and workshops with York’s Adrian Spendlow and American Jerry Harmon showed people how to find their own authentic voice and construct and tell their own stories. Returning for the third time was the legendary Brighouse and Rastrick Brass Band playing in the stunning gothic Beverley Minster whilst elsewhere the Demon Barber Roadshow, brought English traditional song and dance to the festival. The church communities, choirs, festival service and involvement of local pubs all add distinctive and unique voices, stories and traditions spiritual and secular to the mix. The Proclaimers in the main Hall finished off the festival on the Sunday night in traditional fiery style whilst elsewhere Miles Cain, singer, songwriter, poet and storyteller from York performed and hosted the delightful Late Night Festival Club in the Wold Top Marquee and in the Acoustic Marquee new and contemporary singer songwriters’ shared intimate music with their audiences. Beverley is a meeting place of different communities and traditions, a place to listen and learn, a place where you can be involved and your own genuine voice can be heard.

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The PeaceCake Cafe A haven of good food, good company and conversation, a welcome part of the festival village where festival goers could chill and relax. The PeaceCake cafe was a popular meeting place with its warm friendly atmosphere that added to Beverley's memorable and unique experiences. The PeaceCake Cafe is run by Selma Khan and is available for events:- contact

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Dogan Mehmet & The Deerhunters Dogan Mehmet, along with his backing band the Deerhunters, creates an Anglo-Turkish, Gypsy-Punk style mix of traditions and strong acoustic grooves. A diverse mixture of Southern English and Turkish folk songs, self-penned material and driven tunes from English Morris as well as Cypriot traditions give Dogan his own captivating sound. His talent and confidence belie his young age and he makes a storm wherever he goes with his effervescent personality and huge enthusiasm for life and for his music. He is singer first but also a multiinstrumentalist, playing Violin, Guitar, Melodeon, Tenor Guitar, Cajon and other Percussion as well as having good knowledge of traditional Turkish instruments.

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Rebekah Findlay Rebekah is a singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in North Yorkshire, playing a wide range of material including her own songs, traditional folk songs and covers. A contemporary sound embracing the elements of traditional folk music. Winner of the KLONDIKE SONG OF THE YEAR in 2008 with her own song, Duty Bound, which tells a story of a lonely lighthouse keeper who chooses his work over love and family life.

Debut Album 'Northern Skies' OUT NOW! A range of self penned and traditional tracks inspired by sea, sky and Scotland. Available at gigs & online...

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Rob & Rosie Rob & Rosie are a new contemporary Hull based folk duo featuring the songwriting, guitar playing and vocals of Rob Nicklas with the vocal harmonies and rhythmic bass guitar playing of Rosie. They are featured here playing live in the acoustic tent at the Beverley folk root and Acoustic Festival 2010. Both Rob and Rosie are also members of the Hull Folk Rock band Mean Eyed Cat

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Colin Kendall Colin Kendall interview at Beverley Folk Roots Acoustic Festival. Colin is a Master Luthier of 20 years, a maker of all kinds of acoustic instruments he creates a phenomenal range of handmade instruments including mandolins, mandolas, citterns, bazoukis and many, many more.- The Yorkshire Gig Guide caught up with Colin at the Beverley Festival and here is what he had to say!

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Jinski Newcastle duo Jinski are two highly individual guitarists with strong and distinctive voices. Jinski have a wealth of great original songs that draw upon acoustic roots and country music whilst remaining resolutely modern.

Jinski play songs that tell stories of love, joy, loneliness and ongoing. Intricate soulful, beautiful songs, foot stomping, sing -a-long, raucous songs; music for the head and the heart, full of passion and originality, thoroughly enjoyable and deeply satisfying.

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Jess Gardham "...a unique seamless fusion of Folk and Soul excitingly strung together with passionate lyrics and a solid driving guitar style flavoured with a lovely stage presence and personality..."

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Tony Benn & Roy Bailey

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Circus Envy Circus Envy are an alternative-folk band formed in Hull in 2005. Featuring a line-up of primarily acoustic instruments, they add a traditional sensibility to their intricately crafted harmony-led modern songs with use of bouzouki, mandolin and cajon. Debut album, Take Me Home was released in 2008 on Blue Book Records, leading to the band being selected to play at the Beverley and Oxford Folk Festivals. High profile support gigs including Jim Moray, Megson, Martin Simpson and Jackie Leven have cemented the band's reputation as a live act. The band's latest EP, A New Dawn, produced by Stu Hanna and featuring guest appearances by Sam Sweeney and Hannah James, was released in 2010.

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Ellen and The Escapades Leeds based Ellen and the Escapades are finding themselves firmly at the front of the alt-folk wave, currently sweeping the UK and beyond. Amongst their influences they cite legendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s such as Neil Young and Fleetwood Mac, as well as more contemporary acts such as Ryan Adams and Ray LaMontagne, to name but a few. The band spent the summer months playing festivals in the UK and completed their first mini European tour, before returning to the UK to perform on the prestigious BBC Introducing stages at Leeds and Reading Festivals. Summer 2010 is shaping up to be a great one for the band, with festivals appearances at already booked for Glastonbury, Larmer Tree, Beverley Folk Festival, Live at Leeds and Moor Music Festival. With a new release on the way and an ever expanding diary, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s looking like a good year for Ellen and the Escapades.

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Abbie Lammas A prodigiously talented singersongwriter, Hornsea's Abbie Lammas might only be young, but she's cranking out songs that are mightily mature for her age. Heartbroken is her debut album, and it's an eight-song-strong affair that perfectly shows off Abbie's talents. For the most part, the songs feature just her and her trusted acoustic guitar, though there are a couple of notable exceptions. http://www.myspace.co

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A Passionate Woman September 10 – October 2 2010 Kay Mellor, best known as the writer of successful TV series including Fat Friends and Band of Gold, is set to tread the boards for the first time in 12 years by appearing in her own stage play, A Passionate Woman.

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The play, which was adapted into a highly-successful BBC drama screened earlier this year, tells the story of Betty, a married woman who finds herself remembering an intense love affair she experienced when she coming to see the play so their reaction The cast also features ex-Hollyoaks star was younger. will be the real test of how well I do it. Stuart Manning, who is making his stage Betty’s story is based on the life of Kay’s own mother – so when Kay takes the stage in the lead role, it will be a hugely personal experience for her. Kay, who was awarded an OBE for her services to drama, will be directed by Hull Truck’s Artistic Director Gareth Tudor Price. Kay said: “A Passionate Woman is basically my mother’s story so playing Betty will be very emotional for me – it makes me feel very close to her. My mother was quite an unusual woman with lots of little quirks and I really hope I can bring those out. All the family will be

I’m really excited to be back on the stage. The casting director for the TV version suggested I should think about playing the part of Betty – I wanted to direct that so didn’t, but it put the seed in my mind and I’m thrilled to be doing it here at Hull Truck. I have known Gareth since our college days – he saw the original play at the West Yorkshire Playhouse and knew my mum – so I feel that he really knows the play which makes a huge difference. He’s a fabulous director and we have a great cast – I’m really positive about it.”

debut in the role of Craze, Betty’s Polish lover. Andrew Dunn, best known for his part in TV’s dinnerladies, is back at Hull Truck after a gap of 10 years, and former Emmerdale star Anthony Lewis completes the cast playing Betty’s son Mark. The play begins in Betty’s loft, with the action later transferring to the roof of the house. The set, designed by Foxton, promises to be one of the most spectacular ever seen at Hull Truck. To book tickets, call the box office on 01482 323638 or visit

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Top American Artists Headline Hull Jazz Festival Kiss of the Spider Woman July 11 – 18 2010

American saxophone legend Pee Wee Ellis, who is most famous as the man who refined the sound of the Godfather of Soul James brown, joins a host of international stars at the 18th Hull Jazz Festival, which takes place across the city. Hull jazz festival is bringing some of the biggest names in jazz to the new world class Hull Truck Theatre plus a summer school and associated events at venues throughout the city with many of them free to attend.

The Pee Wee Ellis jazz Assembly will headline a festival weekend special at Hull Truck theatre on 15th to 17th July that will include special concerts by New Orleans jazz musicians Abram Wilson and Evan Christopher and British jazz saxophonist of the year Alan Barnes. Other international artists include The Rango Collective from Egypt, Renato d’Aiello’s Italian Quartet and Jaxx Flamenco with Chico Pere from Spain. Local musicians will be represented by the City of Hull Youth Jazz Orchestra. The Festival will culminate over the weekend of 17th and 18th July with jazz performances in the Hull Marina Boatshed to welcome back the ten colourful boats to the city after their 35,000 nautical mile circumnavigation against a fantastic back drop of entertainment and displays. Celebrations will start from 09.30 and will include music and entertainment and displays from the Red Devils and Black Cats aerial teams. Asere Cuban Jazz all stars will top the bill at the Marina Boatshed on Saturday with a special performance from East Coast Big Band on the Sunday. Over 100 musicians are coming to Hull to participate in the Festival, which will include concerts at Pave Cafe Bar, Goodfellowship as well as Hull Truck and the Marina and the Festival expects to attract 5,000 people to the city.

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Yorkshire’s funkiest family friendly festival, Limetree in Grewelthorpe, now in its fourth year, promises to welcome more festival goers than ever in a sizzling line up of the best Rev Chunky of soul band Chunky Butt Funky (aka Cleve Feckleton) and local, national and global jazz, soul, one of the organising forces behind funk, dubstep, folk, bands and DJs. the Limetree Festival talked to the The Limetree Festival site, in a natural Yorkshire Gig Guide about the conservation area deep in North festival, music, friendship and soul... Yorkshire, will double in size allowing more people to enjoy the vibrant yet relaxed and sociable atmosphere over Madam Laycock and her Dabeno Pleasures the Bank Holiday weekend, 26 – 28 who bring a unique stage show of music August 2011. and burlesque to Limetree, in Embracing music and culture with five individual stages, each with their own agenda, the festival is diverse but all inclusive. The main Green Man stage hosts some of the bigger names including, and making their Limetree debuts, ethnic eletronica from Transglobal Underground; The Fantastics who have performed live on BBC sessions for Mark Lamarr and Craig Charles; Mercury and Brit award nominee jazz singer Carleen Anderson and merging the sounds of jazz, blues, folk, funk and pop Krystle Warren. The Jason Rae stage brings new and unsigned bands from across the world, this year taking in China Shop Bull with their blend of ska and drum’n’bass, punk from Captain Hotknives and Yorkshire based indie bands Leonards Revenge and The Secret Sirens. In the dance tent, the Grammy nominated Zero 7 and collaborator of Dub/Electro/Drum with Islamic/world grooves, Celt Islam will play DJ sets with all things folk, comedy and cabaret, QueerinSpace in the Bet Lynch tent will be home to rising soul star 19 year old singer songwriter Jasmine Kennedy, the duo behind one of Mojo’s Top 10 Folk Albums of the Year 2010 O'Hooley & Tidow and acoustic soul from Extracurricular’s Ruby & Noah. The Acoustic tent new this year hosted by Yorkshire Gig Guide with Ryan Spendlove, Circus Envy,

Conversation with Andrew of the Yorkshire Gig Guide Rosie Doonan, Rodina Marinda versus The Crok and more. It’s not all about the music at Limetree, although it plays a very major part: the festival takes places at Lime Tree Farm, a spiritual sanctuary at the edge of the Vale of York, complete with roundhouse and stone circle. For the first time this year there will a science area themed on the planets offering eight practical demonstrations and workshops for families during the day, and the chance to remember what the night sky looks like away from the glare of city lights with after dark telescope sessions accompanied by music. Limetree is a family run festival and it has always been important to organisers Sean and Karen Birdsall, and their family, that children have as much to do and enjoy as the adults. The children’s area includes harp and guitar workshops, DJ taster sessions and for the littlest ones, ‘Weenyboppers’ with songs and games. A separate camping area this year allows families to relax when it comes to bedtime knowing they won’t be woken by late night stragglers and there is a growing programme of events and workshops for toddlers and teenagers.

Sean comments: “We want everyone to enjoy all that Limetree Festival can offer. The area in itself is a treat to be in with stunning views across the hills and we even have our own fresh water spring but the site is still relatively small so it feels, and is, safe and easy for everyone to get from place to place. All that and with music covering so many genres there really is something for everyone.” Keeping the festival on top form are several other local and regional businesses, Festi4 is the official travel provider for 2011 and will be running a shuttle bus service from Ripon to the heart of the festival and a dedicated coach from Leeds. Making sure the drinks are topped up and running the bars will be staff from The Wardrobe in Leeds. Limetree Festival 2011 is sponsored by Welcome to Yorkshire and Lodge Environmental Solutions Ltd.

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at The Wold Top Brewery, Hunmanby, East Yorkshire perched on top of the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds! A weekend of the of best music, best award winning beers and happiest of vibes! For it's 3rd year.. Festival guests include.. Oysterband, Richard Digance, The Hut People, 4 Square, The Duncan McFarlane Band Edwina Hayes & Andy Stones Sarah Horn & James Cudworth, Dan Wilde, Paul Liddell, Johnny-Jump-Up, Holly Taymar, Gerry McNeice, Circus Envy, Boss Caine, Broken Ground, Farino, Stony, Tom Townsend Blues Band, Jon Brindley, Tom Gorringe and more... Hunsley Acoustic Music presents fundraising Teenage Cancer Trust sessions Session Tent ** Food Tent ** Yorkshire Coast Morris ** Captain Kipper ** Ice Creams ** Stalls ** Face Painting Fairy ** Tickets now on sale!!! and available from www.woldtopbrewery.co.uk/ events/moonbeams/ For any festival information contact Leila. 07810 831317 moonbeamsacoustic@ hotmail.com

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Moonbeams Acoustic Nights are held at the Bell Hotel in Driffield and also at village halls in the surrounding area.. Established in 2007, Moonbeams is dedicated to bringing the best acoustic, folk and roots music to East Yorkshire.. A lovely night of live music! Friday 30th September 2011 Lau @ The Bell Hotel, Driffield Friday 28th October 2011 Miranda Sykes & Rex Preston @ The Bell Hotel, Driffield Visit our Facebook page too..

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Over the bank holiday weekend of the 27th to 30th of May 2011, Hebden Bridge in the Yorkshire Pennines will be hosting its first Blues Festival. Up to 50 bands from across Britain, Europe and the USA will be playing in a variety of venues including the legendary Trades Club, the Hebden Bridge Picture House and, subject to final negotiations, in a marquee in the town's main park. As the festival will concentrate on artists performing new material and taking the Blues

closing party and a “Women of Blues” night at the Picture House, headlined by Chantel McGregor. The hub of the Hebden Bridge Blues Festival will be the Trades Club which, together with hosting the opening and closing night gigs, will be running a special “midnight jamming” hour where some of the artists who have been playing at other venues during the day will get the chance to into the next decade, rather contacting us in the hope of play together and make a bit of than those who have been on getting a slot so the quality of Blues history. the road playing the same sets the acts is extremely high.” The festival's reach will also for many years, there has been Some of the fastest-selling spread across the town with a lot of interest nationally and events are likely to be the local pubs and bars also several thousand visitors are appearance of American blues putting on blues bands with expected to flock to the town star Lance Lopez on his first free admission. over the weekend. visit to Britain and supported More information can also be One of the organisers, Jason by Bex Marshall, 24 Pesos found on the festival's website Elliott, said “It's great to have performing in the marquee in www.hebdenblues.co.uk the opportunity to bring so the park, Paddy Milner and and their Facebook page many high-calibre musicians Marcus Bonfanti performing into Hebden Bridge. We've together at the Trades Club, had bands from all over the Jon Amor headlining the world, particularly the USA,

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Green Park. Heckmondwike Saturday September 4th sees the return of the Crown of Lights Free Music Festival to Green Park Heckmondwike for the second time this year and the eighth time in four years. Another twelve bands will be playing from noon until 9pm and there will be plenty rides and other activities as well as face and henna painting to keep the children entertained. Organised by Spen Valley Cultural Events in partnership with Kirklees Council, the organisers are requesting no glass be brought into the park for safety and comfort reasons. Speaking of the July festival, organiser Donal O'Driscoll said, "It was another brilliant day with a great crowd to enjoy all the different types of music. The twenty piece street orchestra from the Netherlands said it was the highlight of their England tour! Even a bit of rain at the end didn't put people off! For the September festival we have our best line up of bands ever and I'm not just saying that. The quality is amazing. Most are from Yorkshire but we've also got them coming from Bury and Sunderland. The reputation of these family friendly festivals continues to grow with each year and they're something the people of Heckmondwike should be really proud of." One lady who couldn't agree more was 94 year old Marjorie Smithson from Hanging Heaton who has been to all the previous festivals in Heckmondwike. At the July festival Donal introduced her to the crowd and she received rapturous applause when she announced her age over the loudspeaker system. As ever there will be two slots reserved for local school musicians. Faint Casino will be opening the festival representing Heckmondwike Grammar School and the Mayor of Kirklees, Cllr Andrew Palfreeman, will be in attendance mid afternoon to see Josh Doyle represent Whitcliffe Mount with his popular Shadows tribute act. Band Details 1. **FAINT CASINO are representing Heckmondwike Grammar School and have a distinctive funky sound based on an indie genre. They already have an album fully written and ready for the studio!

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2. THE RUSTY NAILS BAND are a local down to earth rock and blues outfit made up of great musicians that have never taken the music business or themselves too seriously but still belt out some excellent classic rock and blues material. 3. **CHERRY PICASSO are a local band and have an exciting ultra tight nouveux punk sound fronted by great vocalist Amy Cherryholme.

9. **JustDEFY from Bradford play an exhilarating Electro/Rock/Rap sound that simply takes your breath away. Really exciting stuff!

4. **PAUL LIDDELL is a singer/songwriter from Sunderland who completely mesmerised the Acoustic Night audience earlier this year. Beautiful songs from a very charismatic man.

10. **DISCO MACHINE GUN from Bradford went down a storm when they played last year at the Band Night. Impossible to stay still when these guys are playing. Great pulsating sounds. 5. **FRACTURED VISIONS from Birstall are a great indie-rock outfit Imagine U2 on adrenaline! that have become extremely popular with the Band Night crowds 11. CROSSCUT SAW from Leeds are one of the most and were nailed on to be invited to the festival this year. respected blues rock bands in the country and return after a 6. JOSH DOYLE representing Whitcliffe Mount returns by popular scintillating performance at the July festival last year. demand to perform his amazing Shadows tribute act. 12. IN ECHOES (IE) from Halifax were formally known as 7. **UNSUNG HEROES from Leeds have an exciting sound well Theclectix and have been hugely popular at these festivals for suited to festival performances. Lead vocalist/guitarist Dean the past three years. Now with a cleaner more direct sound, O'Grady embraces his role with aplomb! enjoy some great songs as we finish the festival with this charismatic band. 8. **MISS JAMES AND THE MISTERZ from Bury really impressed ** indicates artists NEW to the the Acoustic Night audience with presentation and song delivery. Referred to by many, including us, as a 'class act!' Crown of Lights festivals

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Jasmine Kennedy Hello hello, I’m Jasmine Kennedy and I’m a 17-year-old singer/songwriter from a small town called Batley near Leeds (ish). I’ve been writing and performing my own stuff for just over a year now. I have a big thing for lyrics, although mine tend to lead people to believe I‘m much more insightful than I actually am. At the age of 16 I recorded and released my debut album ‘I Don’t Have An Uncle Pat’ which a couple of people seem to like (namely my mum and dad who may just be being polite). Now I just cruise around, trying to get gigs and working on material for a second album. The thing I love most about writing and performing music is making people feel something, trying to enter into their world and letting them become part of yours, if only for a little while…

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Dear Friends By now many of you will already be aware of the BBC's plans to axe 6 Music, Asian Network and a large portion of the website in an effort to cut costs and channel funds into Radio 2 - read the full article here. Phil Jupitas, comedian, musician and podcaster said of the decision: '' It would be act of cultural vandalism, to axe 6 Music". We heartily agree with him and feel that the same must be said for BBC Asian Network. Both of these stations are close to our heart given that they have provided a valuable platform and audience for our music and subsequently became our own

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The Drifters formed in 1953 by lead singer in the E-mail Address Dominoes Clyde McPhatter and Ahmet Ertegun are Telephone Number one of the biggest-selling bands of all time with a catalogue of over 50 hits including “Saturday Night at the Movies”, Answer “Save The Last Dance For Me” “Under The Boardwalk” “More Than A Number,” “Come On Over to My Place,” “Kissing in the Submit Reset Back Row,” “Hello Happiness,” “Up On The Roof,” “On Broadway,” and many more. The Drifters have sold in excess of 214 million singles and 114 million albums across the world and this year celebrate their 57th anniversary, making them one of the longest serving bands in history.

Since 1953, more than 60 vocalists have performed as part of the group, including icons such as Clyde McPhatter, Ben E King, Rudy Lewis and Johnny Moore. During this time, the only constant has been the Treadwell family, who founded the group back in 1953 and who still own the group to this day. The current line up is proud and honoured to be the latest chapter in the Treadwell dynasty and uphold the musical and performance values instilled by George Treadwell. It has been another incredible year for The Drifters, who have just finished a UK arena tour along with The Temptations, The Four Tops and The Three Degrees, which culminated at London’s O2 arena last month. The tour followed an historic event in London in 2009, which featured The Drifters Legends - some of the best loved former members of the line up and a new album release on the Atlantic label. Yorkshire Gig Guide© Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

Current Drifters line up member, Michael Williams, says he is very much looking forward to the UK tour: “There is something very special about the audiences that come to our shows. We often get several generations of the same family coming to the shows and we are now getting a lot of new fans to the shows. Everyone just wants to get out of their seats and dance from the start and we all have a great time.” “For this tour, we will of course be performing some of the classic hits, in particular those from the ‘Bell Arista’ years and we have some surprises in store in the form of some lesser known and previously unreleased tracks as well as the new material from the current album and the new single, which we are very excited about.” The Drifters current album Five Decades and Moore has been released and the new single entitled ‘Do You Dream Of Me’ released on Neon Records is available now. Do You Dream Of Me features Michael Williams on lead vocal and is produced by Shaun Lowe (Prince, Big Country, Sting). A new ‘Live in London’ DVD is also available.

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The Alpha, Hemsworth 24 Southmoor Road, Hemsworth, South Yorkshire, WF9 4LT Telephone 01977 610 496 starts :- 8pm FREE ENTRY

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The X RIPPERS formed THE Sons Of El Roacho and in 1978 in Barnsley from the ashes of the Maingate the X-RIPPERS Rippers. The Sons Of El' Roacho originally formed in the early 90's, Pat Ryalls guitar & vocals, Dave Hewitt on double bass & Mick Strafford on stand up drums. Together for only a year they played many live venues & formed a small but loyal following. Sick of the current styles & sounds & not into the latest 'Brit pop' their mission was to ignite stagnant venues with a new hardcore Rockabilly/Punk fusion & cause mayhem. The early 'Sons' was a volatile unit which only in it's infancy was destined to implode on it's self. Now a new era & from the fallout of the early band the second coming of 'The Sons Of El'Roacho' is born, older & tougher with a new drummer, still with a 'Death or Glory' attitude. Promising a 'Mutant Punk Fusion', the styles of this emerging band cannot be pigeon holed playing classic Punk / Psycho covers along with their own original material. At the moment the '3 Sons' are rehearsing for a recording & picking up the odd gig ready for a full on assault in 2010. New song titles are 'Voodoo Cocktail', 'Big Noise' & 'Can U Dig It Suka'. Yes 'The Son's Of El ' Roacho are about to come of age! -

The band supported The Angelic Upstarts, Cockney Rejects and The Drones in the 70's, played loads of brilliant gigs but never recorded anything they were happy with quality wise. The Rippers called it a day in 1981 when the New Romantics were taking over the World. Over 20 years later with the Silver Anniversary of Punk dawning, the X Rippers were re-kindled and decided to play together again, for a one off gig. That first gig attracted over 300 punks, young and old and the band was up and running again. So we have been around since 1978 and 3 original members are still in the line up. We had a mad time in the 70s playing all over the UK with our own little fan base coming along causing chaos wherever we played, as they are still doing today. Over the last couple of years we have played with bands like the UK SUBS / THE VIBRATORS / 999 / THE LURKERS / PETER AND THE TEST TUBE BABIES / THE DEAD PETS / GOLDBLADE / VICE SQUAD / THE MEMBERS / CHELSEA / OPEN SORE / THE NEGATIVES, the list goes on and on. We played Wasted several times and went to Germany Supporting SPLODGENESSABOUNDS.

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Jon Gomm is an acoustic singer-songwriter with an incredible virtuoso guitar style, where he uses one acoustic guitar to create drum sounds, bass lines and sparkling melodies all at the same time. On Saturday October 29th, Leeds Guitar Night is back for 2011, and Jon Gomm is hosting a fantastic international line up at The Wardrobe in the Quarry Hill Arts Quarter, where you’ll see and hear the acoustic guitar played every way you could imagine and possibly more! which he debuted his radical "lap Modarelli whom Jon met at College tapping" technique. His 2009 appearance on Later With Jools Holland further expanded his reputation as a virtuoso who constantly seeks to push the boundaries of his instrument. Jon and Erik have been friends for some Firstly the incredible Erik Mongrain years but this is the first time they will from Quebec, who astounded guitar share the same stage. lovers worldwide with his phenomenal composition Air tap in The second guest is the wonderfully eclectic acoustic virtuoso Giuliano

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studying Jazz in Leeds. Originally from Italy, his unique and exceptionally innovative style is a subtle blend of World Folk, Arabic, Flamenco, Latin and Eastern European. And of course - Jon Gomm - Leedsown guitar virtuoso, Acoustic Magazine calls him “One of the world’s most successful, gifted and inspirational guitarists”.

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Wishbone Ash are set to release their first single in over twenty years. Following a fanbased Facebook campaign the band went into the studio and recorded Reason to Believe which will be released on 17th May 2010. Reason to Believe lays down a marker to a whole new set of fans. Though aware of the band's iconic name many may not realise that Wishbone Ash are still tearing it up musically and continuing to take it to the streets with over 150 live dates worldwide this year alone. The single brings together the traditional aspects of Wishbone Ash including the twin guitar attack but

and old. Last year the band celebrated 40 years of making music, embarking on a full European tour to promote their anniversary DVD Live The band's previous official in London. Lead singer and single Cosmic Jazz / T Bone Flying V guitar supremo Shuffle was released in Andy Powell appeared on 1989. In the intervening Cerys Matthews’ BBC 6 years Wishbone Ash has Show as well as numerous been touring relentlessly as Rock stations including well as releasing new albums Planet Rock, Rock and DVDs to an ever Radio, Total Rock Radio growing army of fans new the production adds a modern twist. The result? An über radio friendly single that hooks the listener on first play.

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Soul and Inspiration and BBC radio shows. The anniversary was also marked with a feature on Andy in The Word magazine and this year sees Andy Powell feature in Classic Rock magazine. 2010 again will see Wishbone Ash on the road around the world including a UK tour in April to promote Reason to Believe. You can follow the band’s every move via their interactive and highly addictive website, and you can catch the band live in the UK throughout May As part of last year’s anniversary celebrations the band played an exclusive show and party at the Shepherd’s Bush Empire. Special guests (and former band

members) Ben Granfelt, Mark Birch & Mervyn Spence did an incredible job and their contributions to the long history of Wishbone Ash can be seen and heard on the current DVD. The Shepherd’s Bush show was more than a party, it was a celebration of the rich 40 year history of Wishbone Ash and a thank you to the fans who have supported Andy and the guys over the years. A lot has changed since the band’s inception back in 1969, but the one constant Andy Powell and

his dedication to the music and the fans. It has never wavered. He may be the soul & inspiration of the band, but due credit must be given to Bob Skeat, Muddy Manninen, and Joe Crabtree, for they are most certainly the heart.

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Hull Truck Theatre will play host to one of the biggest events in the folk music calendar this year with a homecoming gig by Hull’s very own Waterson the Waterson Family at Family. Hull Truck on August 15, Norma’s 70th birthday The event on August 15 offers a rare opportunity to incidentally, will be a significant event for folk see no less than nine of music - and for Hull.” the famous family on stage together. It is also The original Watersons the first time in 25 years were siblings Norma, Mike that the Watersons have and Lal Waterson, with performed in their home their second cousin John city. It is just one of the Harrison, all from Hull, top class events that who started out as the make up Hull Truck’s new Mariners in the early folk, roots and acoustic 1960s singing season. unaccompanied traditional songs. Concert promoter Geoff Sargieson said: “The In 1961 they launched one highlight of the new folk, of the country’s first folk roots and acoustic clubs, Folk Union One, in season at Hull Truck is Hull’s Old Blue Bell, and undoubtedly the changed their name to the appearance by the Folksons. Not long Waterson Family. afterwards they reverted to their family name as the Great folk music is Watersons and their early concerned with history, tradition and change, and recordings and live this event should prove an performances are now emotional reminder of the acknowledged as having continuing story of one of played a significant role in the revival of British folk England's most music in the sixties. adventurous musical families. Without doubt

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In the seventies, following the departure of John Harrison, they were joined by Martin Carthy, then, and arguably now, the country’s leading traditional singer, who cemented the relationship by marrying Norma. Today, with their 50th anniversary approaching, the Watersons remain Britain’s first family of folk, appearing not only under that name, but also as Waterson/Carthy, with the addition of Norma and Martin’s daughter Eliza. For their ‘homecoming’ concert at Hull Truck, they will be making a rare appearance as the Waterson Family, with nine Watersons on stage: two of the original quartet surrounded by their brother Mike, his wife Ann, and their daughters relatives. Eleanor and Rachel; plus Oliver and Maria, son The line-up will comprise and daughter of Lal, who died in 1998. Norma, Martin and their equally celebrated daughter Eliza; Norma’s

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Pre-show music in the foyer bar has been a welcome feature of folk events at Hull Truck in recent months and now the idea is to be extended with an innovative preview of the

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whose credits include opening shows for Nanci Griffiths, Van Morrison and The preview will Jules Holland, be held at Hull with Nanci Truck on June 13 Griffiths so – a week before impressed by her the launch of the songwriting that three-day event in she has recorded Beverley. a cover version of the title track from Among those Edwina’s latest taking part are singer/songwriter album, Pour Me a Drink. Edwina Hayes

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Also appearing as part of the Beverley Festival Preview is poet, comedian, singer and songwriter Rory Motion, veteran of no less than 18 appearances at the Glastonbury Festival.

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Practice Sheffield: A Place to Rehearse in Style and Comfort www.practicesheffield.co.uk Practice Sheffield, located behind West Bar Police Station and five minutes’ walk from the city centre offers a number of rehearsal rooms, finished to the best possible standard. Run by musicians and ex band members, it is clear to see that the emphasis is on quality. Marshall, Line 6 and Ampeg are just some of the names on the amps that grace the studio floors. All rooms feature beautiful Mapex six piece birch kits and more importantly, all kits have decent skins on them. As the owners know, bad drum skins are all too common throughout the rehearsal studio world.

room, you won’t feel out of place at Practice Sheffield. All the spaces are better than most living rooms, let alone rehearsal studios!

With all that’s on offer at Practice Sheffield it is easy to think that prices will be through the roof. Happily, this is not the case; rehearsal costs start from £5 per hour with two amps, kit and P.A system included. What’s more, there is no minimum or block booking required, if you fancy an hour or a day, Luke and Ryan at Practice Sheffield will be happy to accommodate you.

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HUGE, HUGE noise. So join others and learn from the pros. Whatever your ability, you’ll be guided throughout the week by experienced professionals who have a great track record to share with you. You’ll learn a number of tracks, record your own CD then play a live gig at the end of the week. No need to feel shy, it’s just fun! What You Get • A 5 day music experience in a real recording studio, used by some of Yorkshire’s leading bands. • Rehearse & receive guidance from professional musicians & engineers. • Create a band with others, record some tracks, get your own CD to keep. • Rock the House by playing a gig to your own family & friends. Rock School: 10am to 4pm, Mon to Fri from: Week 1 – 20th to 24th July. Week 2 – 27th to 31st July. Week 3 – 3rd Aug to 7th Aug. Week 4 – 10th Aug to 14th Aug. Book Rock School

Please call Amy on 01274 682125 to reserve your Rock School session. Each is fully inclusive of the above and costs just £149 per person! There are funded places available please call Amy on 01274 682125 for more details.or

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Search Discontent continues over the Music current licensing regime for live Gig music. The lobby Home Theatre News News Festival News Listings Theatre Listings group Live Music Forum has submitted a petition to the Downing Street website calling on the government to change tack. See it and sign it yourself at http://petitions.number10.gov.uk/livemusicevents/.

The Petitioners’ statement : “Under the Licensing Act, a performance by one musician in a bar, restaurant, school or hospital not licensed for live music could lead to a criminal prosecution of those organizing the event. Even a piano may count as a licensable 'entertainment facility'. By contrast, amplified big screen broadcast entertainment is exempt. The government says the Act is necessary to control noise nuisance, crime, disorder and public safety, even though other laws already deal with those risks. Musicians warned the Act would harm small events. About 50% of bars and 75% of restaurants have no live music permission. Obtaining permission for the mildest live music remains costly and time-consuming. In May, the Culture, Media and Sport Committee recommended exemptions for venues up to 200 capacity and for unamplified performance by one or two musicians. The government said no. But those exemptions would restore some fairness in the regulation of live music and encourage grassroots venues.” Please sign the petition, follow the link below:

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Felix Beresford Sound Engineer extraordinaire MySpace Page Felix is a dedicated and skilled sound Engineer based in Leeds, who enjoys every type of music though “I’m not a giant House fan or into Opera” We asked Felix about his hopes for the Future

The Brudenell Social club Cloth Cap Open Mike The Primrose And lots and lots of bands.

“I love listening to music and always wanted to do something in “Working Every Summer and going music” said Felix. “It was during work experience with Purple P.A. away every winter” he said. That I just knew that's what I wanted “I don’t mind studio work but I like live to do”. sound best. I like the challenge, you “ I love loads of bands at the only get one chance to get it right, things are much slower in the studio. minute I am listening to The Foals and Lapdown” Felix studied at Leeds College of Music gaining his BTEC Diploma in Music technology. Any band or venue interested or Felix has engineered sound for: needing a sound engineer can phone Felix, “I am happy to help The Unity Day Theatre Tent and give any advice on sound The Armley Music Feast as well”

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Once again, this year’s Beverley Festival hosts an Americana mini-festival as a part of its weekend of entertainment. As always, the artists it brings to the event perform an eclectic range of styles, and this year the Americana artists appearing will be presenting music and song from Bluegrass to Country; Old Time to Contemporary classics, as well as story-telling and workshops.

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promptly asked to come back for this year’s festival. The band, from Leeds, Artists booked include Gandalf Murphy & recently won this year's Glastonbury Emerging Talent Competition. They the Slambovian Circus of Dreams wowed the judges of the competition with playing an utterly unique blend of rock & roll, folk, and quirky Americana. The band their beguiling alt-folk and won a main have been called "the hillbilly Pink Floyd," stage slot at this year's Glastonbury which is an apt description, particularly if Festival. you throw in elements of Tom Petty & Said the judges: "The standard of the acts the Heartbreakers, the Band, Neil was fantastic over the whole weekend, but Diamond, and maybe even some Frank in the end it was a unanimous decision. Zappa too. The band taps a broad palette Ellen and the Escapades gave a of styles ranging from dusty Americana wonderful performance, driven by great ballads to huge cinematic anthems. songwriting and Ellen's stunning voice. Possessing an exotic instrumental We're really looking forward to seeing arsenal consisting of glockenspiel, them down here at the Festival in June". theremin, mandolin and accordion, in Michael Eavis added: "We've got a very addition to standard rock regalia - they clear winner, Ellen and the Escapades are are endowed with a devoted populist a fantastic new band, I was so thrilled with appeal on the festival circuit and beyond. them last night. It's so good to get that sort The band will be appearing the following week at Glastonbury Festival, as will Ellen and the Escapades who stole the show at last year’s festival and were

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intimate atmosphere of this friendly and dynamic festival. Also appearing at the festival, is songwriter, Charlie Dore (who wrote chart hit – “Pilot of the Airwaves”) with The Hula Valley Orchestra, performing songs and music from 1930’s America. Anyone who’s heard Charlie’s unusually expressive voice delivering a broad range of musical styles with such assured serenity over the last three decades might choke on their porridge at the notion that she could be anything but completely at ease in any era, but a time machine might nevertheless come in handy as she plunders an evocative musical past from Depression era America to look to the future with her band, ‘The Hula Valley Orchestra’. A

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Beverley Festival warm up for Glastonbury with its Americana artists clever songwriter with a dream of a voice that glides from folk and country to jazzy cabaret – Daily Telegraph As well as these great acts we welcome to the festival for the first time, from Nashville, Jerry Harmon, a much acclaimed country singer and storyteller “Jerry Harmon is one of the best authentic artists you can find that is unblemished by the main-stream.” Ricky Skaggs. “Discovering Jerry Harmon recently at the Bath Music Festival was a sheer delight! Listening to his southern drawl he could be nothing else but a country singer. Jerry’s songs ….(are) country music at its best, real down home country sweet as your mamas apple pie…” Maverick Magazine UK Back after many requests to see them again following their 2009 appearances, are Jeni and Billy, performing their New Old Music which brings together Traditional Country, Appalachian, Old-time, Country Blues, Bluegrass and Folk music to create a truly unique sound. Jeni’s singing sounds to me like a cross between

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the young Hazel Dickens and the young Iris DeMent. The songs . . . range from raw and powerful to sweet and funny. The instrumental work . . . is excellent; the harmony singing is just what you’d want it to be."

In addition:performing within the Americana concerts include Sean Taylor, Edwina Hayes, Why and Wherefores, and Pete Bolton’s Whiskey Dogs.

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Colne Blues Website Map> Last year review> The Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival is now only weeks away – and again, what a line-up we’ve got for you! This year Pendle Leisure Trust is celebrating 22 years of bringing the Blues to Colne. Over the August Bank Holiday weekend, the crème-de-la-crème of the Blues world will be gracing the Muni stage, playing to thousands of fans who travel from throughout the UK and Europe to listen to some firstclass music. More than 600 musicians will perform at eight venues over the four days. With authentic electric blues, rock, jazz and acoustic sets, there really is something for everyone. Kicking off the festival on the main stage will be Jack Bruce with the Norman Beaker Band and the Wilko Johnson Band. Radio Lancashire will once again be taking over and broadcasting live from the British Stage on the opening night – Friday, 26 August. The Animals and Friends, featuring Steve Cropper, will start proceedings on the International Stage on the Saturday. Highlights later on in the day will include Grammy Award Winner Mavis Staples and Sherman Robertson. The Joni Fuller Band, the Dale Storr Band and Cherry Lee Mewis will be keeping the crowds entertained on the British Stage. On Sunday, The Steve Gibbons Band, Giles Robson and The Dirty Aces, Lisa Mills and Muddy Waters’ eldest son Mud Morganfield take to the International Stage. The Bare Bones Boogie Band will have the crowds dancing as they open the British Stage and The Cats – who took the Acoustic Stage by storm last year – are definitely one to watch later that evening.

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The Alex McKown Band, the Trevor Burton Blues Band and the Tommy Allen Band, featuring John Hewitt, will be the highlights of the Jessica Foxley Stage at Pendle Leisure Centre on the Monday. And popular, young musician Oli Brown – who wowed the crowds on the International Stage last year returns to kick off the music on Monday. He will be joined by Gospel singer Sharrie Williams, the Robin Trower Band and the Buddy Whittington Band will bring the festival to a rousing close. We will be welcoming to the Acoustic Stage, among others, The Ginjammers, Tom Attah – who thoroughly entertained passengers on The Music Train last year, Tom Doughty and old favourites Lucy Zirins, Graham Robinson and compere and musician Mal Gibson – aka Charlie White. Barnfield Construction sponsors the roadhouses for another year. Colne and Nelson Rugby Club, The Admiral Lord Rodney, The Crown Hotel, The Dressers and The Royal British Legion will all play host to some chilled-out Blues tunes. Tim Webber, Managing Director of Barnfield Construction, the festival’s main sponsor, said: “We are delighted to be supporting this fantastic event again this year.

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Alex and TJ of brilliant Yorkshire Blues Band Crosscut Saw talk of their love of music, the blues and the Colne Blues Festival “It does a terrific job of bringing friends of the festival from all over the world and the local community together over the Bank Holiday weekend, which in turn is excellent for the local economy.” Festival organiser, Alison Goode, added: “Again we have some fantastic acts lined-up - some old, some new and some back by popular demand! “Year on year we aim to get bigger and better and this year – our 22nd – I don’t think we will disappoint.”

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NME In two short years Little Comets have come from nothing to quickly rising as one of the bands to watch in 2010; selling out tours across the north east, causing havoc at universities around the country with their impromptu gigs in lecture halls and bagging support from the likes of Huw Stephens, Zane Lowe and Radio 1. Following a celebrated set on the introducing stage at In The City last October the band caught everyone’s attention, landing themselves a single deal with Lucky Number and an album deal to follow through Columbia records. Mining from the same rich seam as acts like Vampire Weekend, Modest Mouse and Black Kids the band

entered the studio and recorded their debut album last February. Little Comets are bothers Robbie (Vocals) and Micky (Guitar), Mark (drums) and Matt on bass. Crafting music to counter-act the chill factor of their Newcastle-uponTyne rehearsal facilities their music has a genuine, refreshing degree of optimism and energy lacking in the British indie scene. But to contrast with the band's warm grooves, brother Robbie writes lyrics representing the more broken parts of life, exploding scenes from kitchen sinks & other testing relationship dramas. Debut single 'One Night In October' describes one such, "with more invective than the

average detective, she questions me on the lawn - windows ajar, tonight I will sleep in my car!" with lyrics like these it is not a surprise the band are influenced by writers such as Jonathan Safran Foer, Seamus Heaney & Roald Dahl, rather than any clichéd rock heroes. To complement, brother Micky is the committed sonic scientist, & urges the band to create simultaneously epic & flowing soundtracks. The blend is touched by surges of Morricone as much as moments of improvised rhythms sourced from kettles, sofas & all manner of

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Little Comets 24 May 20:00 Boardwalk, Sheffield 26 May 19:30 Cockpit, Leeds 20 Aug 18:00 Castle Calling Festival, Richmond

NME peculiar percussion, usually assembled hanging from the roof of venues when they perform. B-side, 'Her Black Eyes', illustrates such subtlety, making sweet melody of menacing subject matter whilst exhibiting their unique outdoor vocal recording style. Little Comets have largely steered clear of the typical indie 'toilet' circuit, preferring the more intimate & spontaneous birthday parties, trams, trains, shopping centres & lecture theatres that themselves & their growing legion of fans frequent. They

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will be taking their fun loving, compulsive, melody tastic live set on national tour this month. Fear not..the future is bright, the future is full of Little Comets! Part of a new digital generation the band's 1st single is available as a digital download, & as an 'unlimited' two track CD single. For all those who order the CD single via their myspace page the band will ‘personalise’ each and every one.

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ENTROPIK A dark and sometimes light union of classical and ambient merging cello with a vast array of electronica EntropiK are an Electronica duo from Leeds, UK whose music is distinguished by their use of cello.

EntropiK have just released their Cellotronics album on all major download sites including iTunes and Amazon mp3

They are predominantly influenced by such artists as Dead Can Dance, Tangerine Dream, Robert Fripp, Brian Eno and Massive Attack. Formed in 2007, the duo is composed of husband and wife Daniel Cullen (producer, guitar and bass) and Deryn Cullen (cello and keyboards) Since releasing their first album in 2007 (Reflections on Time), Entropik have made a name for themselves both as innovative music-makers and as film music contributors. Much of their focus has been on the world of film and TV where their music has found its way into award-winning films, documentaries major TV series including CBS teen drama 90210 and PC games. In 2010 the duo's music gained further recognition through two international music competitions: The People's Music Awards, where they were runners up in the electronica category, and The Hitachi G-Tech Driven Creativity Awards, where they were runners up in the professional music category. In 2009 they won Best Short Film score in the Humfest film and music festival. This year they have reached the third round of The People's Music Awards again, where

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Reflections on Time Close your eyes and let your senses be taken through time, seasons, moods, memories and events as you listen to this wonderful album. We found our own personal ‘reflections’ and memories were evoked and captured by very listenable and unique modern classical music. We love the beautiful haunting cello contrasted against the synthesis of keyboard strings, effects and sounds. A Jewel in any music collection, with twelve unique classical tracks to listen to- definitely worth getting hold of. Andrew & Eve

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Please Please You & Sea Records presents:-

CALVIN JOHNSON with Stink Taps, Dallas Boner + Alisia Casper Friday 6th August, 8pm. ÂŁ6adv/ÂŁ7otd All Saints Church, North Street, York, YO1 6JD.

Indie rock cannot be better defined than the life and music of Calvin Johnson. He started legendary American independent record label K Records, he's recorded or worked with the likes of Built To Spill, Modest Mouse, Beck, Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, The Gossip, members of Mudhoney and Kurt Cobain.

He fronted a trio, Beat Happening, who released five albums between 1982 and 1992, toured the States with Fugazi and had releases on Sub Pop, Rough Trade and Sarah Records.

On August 6th Calvin is performing in York for the first time. To celebrate we've hired a church, just to make the occasion extra special. He released an album a couple of years ago (Catharsis In Crisis) and shall be

singing songs from that and his ridiculously extensive back catalogue. Just that voice and a guitar, perfect. www.kpunk.com We've an awesome support bill too with three solo acts from the Sea Records stable. I can't really say what I want to about these guys here, safe to say they are wonderfully talented individuals and perform live rarely. Alisia and DB both have new records out on Sea this year, get on the link below to have a listen! www.searecords.co.uk Tickets are available from Attic Records in York (no booking fee), Jumbo Records or online from the links below. Places are limited and I'd suggest grabbing one if you can. www.wegottickets.com www.ticketweb.co.uk

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AN INTERVIEW WITH THE HOOVER DAMS Hi guys, when did you first form as a band? Vicky – “We formed about four years ago, we started off as a group of mates that discovered we could play instruments” Dave- “With the exception of me! Ha ha. I just poorly plucked the bass along” Vicky- “Dan wrote the first song ‘This Love of Mine’ and it sounded pretty good so we kept on going” Who are the Hoover Dams? We have: Chris Gates on vocals Danny Abrahams on guitar The Amazing Doug lead guitar

Vicky Abrahams Drums And Dave Shevyn on bass What are your influences? Dave - Its always hard to pinpoint your influences as everybody brings something different to the group. With me it was the slightly punk element, I think I just wanted to be in The Clash, Chris brings fantastic dynamics, Doug the world of Americana. This is all mixed in with Danny’s twisted world and Vicky’s pounding drums” What did you do before the Hoover Dams?

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Vicky– “Repair Hoovers ha ha ha hah!!” Dave – “For Danny, Vicky and me the Dams is our first band. Chris has worked in theatre and Doug was in a couple of bands in Atlanta, Georgia before discovering the joys of Wakefield and the Hoover Dams” You have a reputation for explosive performance, how did this develop? Dave – “Bad tempers and a love for music!!!!” Vicky – “We all love what we do, our excitement for music just spills over into the live performance and the

songs are pretty dynamic anyway” We see the boys dancing around, but what about Vicky, one elegant entrance into the audience, will we see more in the future? Vicky- “Of course, come and watch more shows” Dave- (Indignant) “She’s the drummer! Surely one elegant entrance is enough, she’s meant to be hiding at the back!!!” A question for Vicky, It’s quite unusual to see a female drummer, how did this come about?

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Vicky – “I was born that way!” Dave – “It isn’t a conspiracy we didn’t get her to have a sex change to add a bit more to the band ha ha ha” Vicky- aha hah ha Who is your role model? Vicky –”Animal, I watched muppets a lot when I was young” Are you a hard working band? Vicky- “Probably not now as we used to be, we’ve put our sweat into it. We seem to enjoy it more these

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days, now we pick gigs we think we will enjoy” Dave – “We used to do about 60+ gigs a year but have calmed down. You have to work hard to get out there and noticed but its our passion so it doesn’t feel like work” In mid 2007 Hoover Dams appeared on Channel 4's Harvey Goldsmith Presents series tell us what happened? Dave– “We won!!!! Ha ha ha ha Basically on one of the

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programmes they had a ‘talent’ show and we won. It was a great experience and we got to meet the legendary Harvey Goldsmith of course. Best of the lot though is we now have footage of Dave Spikey introducing us onto stage in a Working Men's Club in Huddersfield Phoenix Night style” Who writes the band’s songs? Dave – “Danny writes most of the material but various members have contributed over the years. You can

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always spot Danny;s though, they are the twisted ones!” Are your music and songs just for fun, or do you have a point to make? Vicky – “Its mainly for fun!! But there’s a lot more to the songs and lyrics than may be apparent at first glance” Dave - “We have songs that tackle issues such as paedophilia, the crucifixion of Christ, monkeys from

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Hell even but please don’t ask us what Breakdown is about!! Ha ha ha ha When you were children who were the leaders who the followers? –(any anecdotes) Vicky – “We may have admired the muppets but it doesn’t mean we’re the muppet babies!!” Dan – “Eveyone knows Gary Glitter was the leader” When was the last time you cried and why? V icky– “Why did we cry?” Dave – “We are more about fun than sadness we don’t cry!” Summer 2008 you lost your lead guitarist, was this a low point for the band? Dave – “It was a change but not necessarily a low point, Andy had been with us four years but wanted to move on, luckily we found Doug within about a week and he was gigging with the band 48 hours later!” What kept you going? Vicky - Weetabix You signed the end of 2008 to Belle Records of Halifax tell us about this? Dave – “Belle records was started by the great Sol Gravy in Halifax, Sol’s not only a great musician but also a great artist and he has taken these two elements and melded them in his handcrafted

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record label. Our first release will be this Easter” This is not the first record company you have been involved with, what happened before? Dave – “we were signed to, blooming heck I can’t even remember the name; but lets just say that we didn’t see eye to eye with them and sadly they followed through their commitment by making the single available but very very hard to get.” What’s been you biggest disappointment? Vicky – “The fall of the Bradford music scene, it was flying high for awhile but now seems to have died down again” Dave- “The music business is full of highs and lows its all part of the fun. One gig can be a disappointment the next the best you’ve ever down. We just love what we are doing and are glad we are still here four years later doing what we love”

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Dan – “Being on TV and then nothing more coming of it” Who or what taught you something of value that you acted on or benefited by? Dave – “You’re always learning playing music, but we always took inspiration from bands around us, especially putting on a show even if there’s only one person in the audience” What do you love most about the band? Dan – “Doug’s head” Vicky – “Doing gigs” Dave– “Same here” What do you hate most about the band? Dan – “Carrying gear!” Dave – “Its our baby we love all the bits even the bad bits” Who would you like to spend a day with?- why? Dave – “This is a bit like the biscuit question what sort of

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Hoover Dam Shows biscuit are you and why? Ha ha ha. I’mHome going to pick Aldous but Theatre News Huxley Music News only during his LA living period, its too cold here! I like to take that inspiration of how you can carve your own way and follow your own ideals but still relate that to a mass audience.” If you could go back in time, in what era would you choose to live?- Why? Dan – “90’s” Dave– “1920’s for obvious reasons!!!” V icky– “1950’s they had more fun then! Cocktails anyone?” What was your greatest opportunity? Dave – “Its yet to come.” You’ve supported some good bands; I bet you have some stories to tell here too? Dave – “We’ve enjoyed playing with a lot of different bands but I’ve not really got any insider knowledge to tell you about any of the bands we’ve played with. It’s the unglamorous side of rock and roll, most bands sit around eating Ginster pasties and complaining about the traffic getting there! Hang on, should I tell you about outrageous nights on tour. We once got in to an argument about fish in Grimsby!” What comes first friendship or music? Danny – “Friendship Man” Vicky – “It all comes together we’re all good friends in the band.”

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So Ep’s, Records and a film shoot, what else lies in store for the Hoover Dams? Dave - “Look out for debut Belle Records release Go! In Easter, it has a fantastic video to it too. We’ll be playing gigs throughout Yorkshire and beyond and hopefully we’re just going to keep on doing what we are doing and a few people will join us on the way” How would you like to be remembered? Dave – “I’m not sure how we would like to be remembered but I’m sure it will be for Pete, our Hoover” Vicky – “As the best band on the planet !!” Danny – “We are going to be remembered once they see our new video”

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An absolute must be seen band from Brighton & Chesham on tour in Yorkshire

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. Exciting arrangements, great musicianship and infectious energy typify the performances of Zoox in a show which is guaranteed to entertain and enchant. Their rich and varied influences include Celtic, Appalachian, Klezmer, African, Cuban, Rock and Classical. "Great tunes and addictive energy thanks Zoox for rocking our night!"

The small line-up lets you hear the inner workings of the music in a way that bigger ensembles can often obscure. So nice to hear tunes that aren’t all about extreme speeds and displays of virtuosity, they just do what it takes to make the music work.”

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In Yorkshire LINDA GAME fiddle/mandolin/vocals Whilst at the Welsh College of Music and Drama, in Cardiff, Linda was discovered by folk music! Since moving to Brighton 18 years ago Linda has played in various bands with differing styles, from jazz and rock through to traditional music.

Linda played for the Brighton based American Appalachian dance team Broken Ankles for 17 years and was one of The Kitchen Girls. She is the fiddle player with the rock group The Fold and is a member of Token Women and The English Contra Dance Band.

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range of exciting rhythmIn Zoox Jo draws on her based workshops. knowledge of different BECKY M ENDAY traditions around the world, using instruments such as the saxes/ whistles/ djembe, bodhran, darabuka and contrabassoon/ vocals congas. Initially playing soprano sax Jo trained at the for a Klezmer band, Becky was Royal College of Music and soon adding her melodies began her career working with to the wonderful percussive orchestras such as the BBC sounds of Kerry Fletcher and

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10.00am - 4.00pm Free Entrance Summer Fair and Music Workshops Featuring Rev Chunky aka Cleve Freckleton. Cleve is a preacher turned front man with Funk, Soul, Gospel and Blues inspired powerhouse vocals. The Charismatic Rev Chunky is also the vocalist with Funky But Chunky

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RM ER A W TER N I W HAM T E E L AL nd Feb F V I Y T B S 22 FE KIRK NDAY

Home Theatre News Music News FestivalU News 0th - S 2 Y The Delius A FRID (Bradford) is open to all you lovely music loving people.

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West Yorkshire musicians in for a treat at Factory St. Home

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Factory St. Studios, a state of the art rehearsal space and recording studio in Dudley Hill Bradford, is a welcoming and open studio for musicians. The facility, located in a former mill, is the brainchild of husband and wife duo Amy and Alex Eden and is the result of two years of planning and development. Factory St. Studios provides musicians with seven large rehearsal rooms, a recording studio, instrument repair workshop, social space and a huge community room. The Studios aim to be a creative musical hub for all of its customers, developing fresh talent and bringing new life, high standards and energy to Bradford’s music scene. Alex said “I’ve played in bands all my life and quality rehearsal rooms are really hard to find. We wanted to create a safe place with good quality equipment and rehearsal rooms that would be suitable for both younger band members and more established acts.’

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Tel: 01274 682125 Factory St. Studios provides a one stop shop for all musicians as well as a clean and safe facility for all members of the community. Alex explained “Our goal was to create an environment that ticks every box for musicians. The planning stages were critical and we considered everything from the location, architectural design, the equipment and technical capabilities. We’ve also got a large chill out room and a huge workshop space, which we’ve called ‘The Piece Room’, to reflect the history of building as a Worsted Mill.”

Amy has grown up within the music scene both dad and step-mum are accomplished singers, and she has undertaken promotional work, organising events and Alex and Amy bring years of experience in performances for Alex’s band, Crosscut Saw. Musicians benefit from the added value of the music industry to the project. an online booking system, ground floor Together they played a key role in organising the first Leeds Blues Festival in loading, plentiful parking and a large storage space for band equipment. The facility is 2006. open 7 days a week from 4 – 10pm. For Alex is a blues musician playing with, further information, visit the Factory St. amongst others, Crosscut Saw and Euclid Avenue and is an experienced luthier with Studios website www.factorystreet.co.uk

Amy added “The search for a site took us all over West Yorkshire. We needed something that could offer us the large space we needed but also the site had to have access to main roads, parking and excellent public transport links. We were prepared to be patient and that over 15 years experience - he is able to really paid off as we eventually came offer creation, repair and renovation of across the former Worsted Mill on stringed musical instruments. Alex’s wife, Factory Street.”

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The bands current 4 piece line-up has been going strong since Summer 2006. An exciting and energetic young band making its mark on the Yorkshire music scene

Are you a hard working band? We are extremely committed, practicing at Hi guys, when did you first form as a band? least once a week, writing new material and We originally formed in 2005 as a 3 piece, gigging whenever we can. It always comes the current 4 piece line up has been going before other life aspects. strong since summer 2006. Who writes the band’s songs? It is always a group effort. Tunes evolve with Who are Dead Message? every practice. Founding members are Ben Matthew Wilson (Vocals / Guitar) and Jules Hawley Are your music and songs just for fun, or do (Bass) along side Sam Connor (Guitar / you have a point to make? Backing Vocals) and Oliver Cottenham Our songs are for fun, were solely interested (Drums) in writing catchy tunes that everyone will like. What are your influences? When you were children who were the Main influences are other pop punk bands leaders who the followers? –(any anecdotes) such as Blink 182, Green Day, but also We have never been much of either, keeping many other bands ranging from The to ourselves most of the time. Beatles to Metallica. What is pop punk? What did you do before Dead Message? Pop punk = fun! Before Dead Message started we were all You started as a three piece band, how did in different bands. you become four? Who is your role model? We were after a fuller sound and add more Ben - Mark Hoppus layers to the music. We (Ben & Ol) had Jules - Dave Grohl already been in a band with Sam before, so Sam - Paul McCartney he was the obvious choice. Ol - Travis Barker

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What keeps you going? We love playing and we will always love playing. Playing in different places, meeting new people also keep us going. Are you looking to be signed? It is one of our biggest aims. What’s been you biggest disappointment? Previous Band management. What do you love most about the band? Having a laugh, the friendship we have with each other, being in the recording studios. What do you hate most about the band? Disappointing turnout at gigs. Who would you like to spend a day with?- why? all our role models, it would be nice to have a beer and a chat with them. If you could go back in time, in what era would you choose to live?- Why? the 60's, the music was great. What was your greatest opportunity? We are still waiting. What are the advantages and disadvantages of being in a band? Having people sing your words back to

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Friday APRIL 24 Dead Message, The Vic, Keighley, 20.00 hrs

Thursday APRIL 30 Dead Message, O’Shea’s Irish Bar, Manchester, 20.00 hrs

Friday MAY 15 Dead Message, The Canteen, Barrow-in-Furness, 20.00 hrs

Friday MAY 22 Dead Message, Catholic Club, Keighley, 20.00 hrs

Sunday JUNE 28 Dead Message, Town Mill, Mansfield, 20.00 hrs

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Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s it like a new band finding gigs, and audiences? It is really hard, we are still finding new audiences and new venues to play at. What do you do when you finish a gig? Have a beer! So when is there going to be an Ep, or Album? We already have a number of EP's, as far as an album is concerned, we aim to have one finished mid 2010. The films on your MySpace are really cool, what else lies in store for Dead Message? More of the same, but funnier and cooler hopefully. How would you like to be remembered? 4 crazy funny guys who just like to have a good time!

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