| 2011 |
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Thursday
13th Jan |
PANDORA’S BOX
We’re really looking forward to hearing Chloe, Tabitha, Ben and
Asher...... you might have to come along early to get a seat!
If for some obscure reason you don’t know them, check them out on
www.myspace.com/pandorasboxinthesky |
Thursday
20th Jan |
Mike Dawes & Amy Turk
Owing to extreme weather conditions in December the showcase act was
snowbound and unable to come along to the club. BUT we’re delighted to
welcome back to the club the amazing Mike Dawes and Amy Turk. This
will be their THIRD time at the club.
www.mikedawesamyturk.com
www.facebook.com/mikedawesamyturk |
Thursday
27th Jan |
EVIE WILSON
Evie is a 16 year old singer and musician from Bishops Stortford. She
has been playing at local venues for a couple of years now and has
appeared at The Acoustic Club a number of times stunning the audience
with her beautiful vocals". |
Thursday
3rd Feb |
SHOWCASE – BETH WALTHEW
A very welcome return visit by Soul singer-songwriter Beth Walthew who
appears with her band, performing tunes from her debut soul album,
'Lovers and Liars', launched in 2010.
www.bethwalthew.com
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Thursday
10th Feb |
SHOWCASE - BRUISE
Bruise are Isobel Morris (vocals and guitar) and Jim Kimberley (drums,
vocals and samples). They have performed Open Mic slots at the club to
great acclaim and we’re delighted to welcome them back as a showcase.
www.bruisemusic.co.uk
www.myspace.com/bruiseuk
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Thursday
17th Feb |
SHOWCASE – ALICEBAND
a band of many shapes and sizes... sometimes big and loud and brash...
sometimes diddy and little and sweet and harmonic...
www.reverbnation.com/aliceband
www.myspace.com/alicemwalker
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Thursday
24th Feb |
SHOWCASE – AVOCADO CHIP
BEN SOMMERS just goes from strength to strength – we’ve watched
him grow over the years and expect a stunning performance tonight.
Check out the link:
http://bensommers.360degreemusic.com/blog/?cat=3
http://www.avocadochip.com
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Thursday
3rd Mar |
SHOWCASE – SKY WEST
There are three of them. One plays guitar and sings, one plays bass
and guitar, one sings, plays harmonica and makes unexpected noises.
Sometimes they do something different, just to keep you on your toes.
All three write songs. In many different styles. Blues, folk, jazz -
you never know what’s coming next.
They LOVE the Acoustic Club. Their special guest at the showcase will
be the already slightly legendary local vocal and harp specialist,
Bella Chipperfield.
They formed eighteen months ago, but they go WAY back. Bella excepted,
we’re talking the 1960s here. That’s a long, long time, which may
explain something.
Since they formed, they’ve been steadily building a local reputation
for thoughtful lyrics, sudden surprises, and unpredictable verbal
introductions.
Privately, they frequently come to blows over country music.
They made their first CD in late 2010. Samples can be found at
www.myspace.com/skywestmusic
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Thursday
10th Mar |
SHOWCASE – KEELER’S WALK
Keelers Walk consist of Sarah Ross (vocals), Ray Thackeray (guitar and
vocals) and Greg Camburn (Vocals, whistle and soprano saxophone). All
songs are written by Ray Thackeray and arranged by Keelers Walk
“.....reflections on love and life, faces in clouds, walks in bluebell
woods, the beauty of innocence, coming home, feeling alone, anger at
injustice, facing your fears and so much more....”
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Thursday
17th Mar |
SHOWCASE – PATRICK WALKER
Local singer and guitarist Patrick Walker, is joined by his sometimes
backing group The Stablemates to perform
a special Saint Patrick's night celebration of some of his favourite
Irish music.
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Thursday
24th Mar |
SHOWCASE - TOM DIBB
“Originally from the lovely town that is Slough, forced to relocate to
Norfolk where 'kipdenooi' (myfirst band) was formed. Moved back to
London to study, but dropped out. Now I'm recording an album and
working hard to save for the better experiences in life”. Tom
Tom performed a two song slot at the club to great acclaim so we’ve
invited him back for a showcase. Check him out on
www.tomdibb.com
We LOVE his Campervan sessions – have a look at:
www.youtube.com/tomdibbmusic
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Thursday
31st Mar |
SHOWCASE - ODI
Indie/Folk/Rock/Pop
This highly talented duo will be performing at the club as part of
their tour.
www.odimusic.co.uk
www.myspace.com/odimusic
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Thursday
7th Apr |
SHOWCASE – HOLLY TAYMAR AND CHRISTOPHER
BILTON
Genre – acoustic/folk/jazz
Holly Taymay - Guitar and Vocals
Christopher Bilton - Cajon, glockenspiel, banjo, mandolin
www.hollytaymar.com
www.myspace.com/hollytaymar
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Thursday
14th Apr |
SHOWCASE - JON GOMM
Yes, Jon will be performing another showcase – we consider ourselves
to be really privileged! along early tonight if you want a seat!
“I'm a guitarist/singer/songwriter from England. I hope you like the
music - it's just me playing - all the noises are made with one
acoustic guitar (no looping, overdubbing or percussion) and my mouth.
www.jongomm.com
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Thursday
21st Apr |
SHOWCASE – CHLOE TURNER
Chloe Turner is a 17-year-old singer/songwriter from the small town
Ware in Hertfordshire. She has been singing and playing for some time,
but after successfully auditioning for local music events a couple of
years back things began to take off for her on the local and London
music scene, supporting acts such as Lizzy Pattinson and The Chambers.
Chloe has gained excellent feedback and is picking up
a steady following along the way, described has having ‘GRIT & SOUL
BEYOND HER YEARS’, having recently pulled off great performances at
The Bedford and The Elgin. Be sure to catch her live, check out the
gig guide.
“This talented young singer is an acoustic sensation, with edgy vocals
and an entrancing stage presence. Having played the guitar from a
young age, she has recently been taking acoustic open-mic stages by
storm and gaining a steady following.” (RITP 2009)
www.chloeturner.com
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Thursday
28th Apr |
SHOWCASE - PAUL LIDDELL
He stunned everyone with his last showcase and performed a fantastic
set supporting Megson and he’s back!
www.paulliddell.com
www.myspace.com/paulliddellmusic
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Thursday
5th May |
Totally Open Mic Night
As it’s the Thursday after the AMAZING STORTFEST, we’re having an evening that’s strictly Open
Mic on a First Come First Served basis.... this will run from 8.30 until 11.0 and the earlier you come
along the better, as you can select whichever slot you’d like! Sorry, no email bookings this week as
we’re recovering from the Festival!
This is a special night - open to everyone.
Admission for all ONLY £2.00.
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Thursday
12th May |
SHOWCASE - THE DC EFFECT
Formed in 2008 with an attempt to bridge a generation gap in mind, former frontman of many
local bands Darren Bardoe, armed with a dusty collection of self-compositions, formed a musical
partnership with younger family member Charlie Turner (arranger and composer, who appeared at this
year’s Stortfest to great acclaim) to bring together a variety of influences from the world of popular
music to create a sound that intends to bring listening pleasure to all ages
Check them out on
www.myspace.com/thedceffect
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Thursday
19th May |
CLUB CLOSED
SORRY FOLKS - We’ll be at The Acoustic Festival of Great Britain in Uttoxeter this week so the
club will be closed.
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Thursday
26th May |
SHOWCASE - DAVE GERARD AND JAMES FRID
These guys performed in the Acoustic Marquee at Stortfest and went down a STORM! They are
superb and we’re delighted they can perform a showcase at the Club. Check them out on
www.davegerardmusic.com
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Thursday
2nd Jun |
SHOWCASE - MOZZY GREEN
One of the most popular bands in Stortford and going from strength to strength..
Ben Sommers (guitar, vocals) joins forces once again with Anna Scott (cello, vocals) and new
cohort, Ryan Thwaits (drums) in the guise of the hauntingly melodic Mozzy Green. Ben is fresh
from recording his solo album, supporting Jason Lytle (Grandaddy) and a solo album preview at
London's Hoxton Bar & Kitchen. Scott has been no slouch either, playing sessions and touring with
Underground Railroad, Silent League and Blood Red Shoes amongst others, and even playing cello
live with Imogen Heap.
This powerful off-kilter trio, who fuse lyrical brilliance and intrigue with distressed melodies and rhythmically propulsive guitar and raucous, driving cello, release their debut four track 12", Robots on
April 11th.
Their music is built on the foundations of such influences as Tom Waits, Syd Barrett, Elliott Smith,
Stravinsky and a folk and punk attitude. The results are both startlingly beautiful, and broodingly
vengeful.
Having previously played at numerous venues across the south of England, including Summer festival
appearances at Beautiful Days, Standon Calling and the venerable Secret Garden Party, the trio will
be playing shows throughout 2011 including a return to Secret Garden Party, and a performance at the
Cambridge Festival, on the same bill as Laura Marling, this Spring.
www.mozzygreen.com
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Thursday
16th Jun |
SHOWCASE - JACK IN WATER
Jack in Water played at Stortfest this year to great acclaim. We’re
delighted that this highly original act will be performing a showcase
at the club. Please check them out....
www.myspace.com/jackinwater
www.jackinwater.com
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Thursday
23rd Jun |
SHOWCASE – FLOSSIE MALAVIALLE
Flossie has just returned from an amazing 9 week Australian tour. This
is a very special and exciting event for the club and a real coup.
We’ve seen Flossie at several Festivals and she is awesome! Have a
listen........
www.flossie-malavialle.co.uk
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Thursday
30th Jun
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SHOWCASE – ANDI NEATE
To round off June we have another superb performer making a return
trip to the club for the fourth time!
Andi Neate is a singer/songwriter of exceptional talent, with a
powerful voice, a gift for melody and a memorably quirky turn of
phrase.
www.andineate.co.uk
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Thursday
7th Jul
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SHOWCASE - AND THE FOG
When these guys performed a two song slot at the club they received a standing ovation......we promised you we’d get them back and here they are. Very clever and exciting music.
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Thursday
14th Jul
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SHOWCASE - CHARLIE TURNER
TEENAGE songstress Charlie Turner, who appeared at this year’s Stortford Music Festival, will be playing an intimate showcase this week.
The 17-year-old pianist, composer, singer and sax player will certainly have some surprises in store! On top of her solo efforts as a performer and songwriter, the former Herts & Essex High School pupil has played several local venues as a member of Stortford’s indie-pop outfit The DC Effect.
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Thursday
21st Jul
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SHOWCASE - TBA
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Thursday
28th Jul
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SHOWCASE - HARPETH RISING
A very welcome return. All the way from NASHVILLE TENNESSEE. They took the UK by storm when they toured last year and now they’re back. Come and see them at the club before they appear at the Cambridge Folk Festival later in the summer!
Billed as an "Americana Sensation" by WSM 650, this group of young classically trained musicians is making an immense impact wherever they play. The quartet brings an exciting and distinctive sound to the Americana genre." With a banjo and fiddle, you might think they’re traditional bluegrass, but think again: cello and hand drums round out the group, creating a truly new sound. A little bit bluegrass, a little bit folk, a little bit classical and whole lot of original, Harpeth Rising is a band to watch.
"The future of original string music..." Keith Harrelson, Moonlight on the Mountain
"Harpeth Rising, warm, honest and true music by four exquisite musicians." Peter Zeijl, Folk En Zo
www.harpethrising.com
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Thursday
8th Sep
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SHOWCASE - REBECCA HEYNE
The Club is reopening for the autumn season with a fantastic showcase - we’re delighted
to welcome back Rebecca Heyne, a singer songwriter from Cambridge with a long gigging
and recording history in the area.
She writes her own original songs on piano and to
find out more check out www.myspace.com/rebeccaheyne
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Thursday
15th Sep
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SHOWCASE - ANDY WALKER
all the way from Brighton!!!! We have a very special relationship with Andy - we’ve seen
him develop and grow over the years - heart wrenching lyrics coupled with a voice that could melt a fair few tons of glacial
mass make for one of the best solo acts you’ll hear this year.
Andy Walker serves up a
sound that is all the more haunting and emotionally defining than many of his peers.
www.myspace.com/andywalkermusic
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Thursday
22nd Sep
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SHOWCASE - ROY and KIM SCHNEIDER
They took the club by storm last year and are back again as part of their UK tour.
Americana songwriter/musician Roy Schneider and wife, Kim Mayfield, have been making
music together since their first date in 2003. The duo began touring when Roy ended
his nationally syndicated comic strip, performing in 26 states and the UK in the 3 years
since.
Roy's songs have earned him spots in several prominent songwriting contests,
including the 2009 Kerrville NewFolk competition. Their roots influenced, Americana/
Folk music features Roy's soulful songwriting and virtuosic playing of anything stringed,
accompanied by Kim's mellifluous harmonies, piano, guitar or mandolin.
"Roy Schneider's
rootsy songs contain a mix of blues, country, folk and Americana all rolled into a
beguiling and tasty stew." Dave Drury Blues Matters! magazine.
www.reverbnation.com/royschneider
www.royschneider.com
flyinshoes.ning.com/profiles/blogs/review-of-roy-schneiderkim
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Thursday
29th Sep
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SHOWCASE - RUSSELL JOSLIN
A return visit - the amazing Russell Joslin - a powerful performer with a strong delivery
of highly original material.
Check him out on
www.myspace.com/russelljoslinesquire
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Thursday
6th Oct
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SHOWCASE - ASH MANDRAKE
A theatrical Entertainment Package - Originals and Covers Performed in Original Ways. My act incorporates loop machines, stories and comedy. I designed the double necked guitar, hats and costumes. This is folk rock, but many styles are used. I have been described as imaginative; an incredibly skilled musician and songwriter; unique, brave, and completely naturalistic.
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Thursday
13th Oct
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SHOWCASE - CC SMUGGLERS
CC Smugglers create a 'genuinely original and contemporary' (Maverick Magazine) rag-bag mix of Country, Blues and Gypsy Swing through their own uneducated efforts. Currently working on their debut album
www.ccsmugglers.co.uk
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Thursday
20th Oct
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SHOWCASE - THE WILLOWS
The Willows are a Cambridge based band with a sound that has been described as both beautiful and contemporary, intricately weaving traditional and modern roots music within well-crafted songs. The band are consistently building an ever-expanding fan base and recently performed at the prestigious Cambridge Folk Festival 2011 and took the crowds by storm at this year’s WoodFest.
www.thewillowsband.co.uk
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Thursday
27th Oct
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SHOWCASE - SUSANNA CORK AND FRIENDS
A very welcome return indeed - the amazing singer/songwriter/keyboard play, Susanna Cork, will be performing a showcase and will be joined by Evie Wilson and Alex Bayly and there’s bound to be a few other surprises!
www.myspace.com/susannacork
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Thursday
3rd Nov
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SHOWCASE - MATT WOOSEY
This will be Matt’s third visit to the club and we’re very excited about it.
"Combining an explosive slap-and-pick right hand guitar technique and a big-range blues shout, this sort of charismatic performer stops chat in the noisiest bar. But his songwriting is sensitive and soulful. Steadily building a strong national following for very good reason is Matt Woosey." (Dreams Music Management)
www.mattwoosey.co.uk
www.myspace.com/mattwooseysolo
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Thursday
10th Nov
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SHOWCASE - NAVACROSS
Another favourite band of ours returning to one of their favourite venues. Navacross are a highly original UK based 5 piece band who are causing quite a stir on the Uk music scene.
www.myspace.com/navacross
www.reverbnation.com/navacross
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Thursday
17th Nov
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SHOWCASE - THE HUXLEYS
A female fronted three piece band, all highly talented musicians. Performed their acoustic set to great acclaim at this year’s WoodFest.
www.the-huxleys.com
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Thursday
24th Nov
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SHOWCASE - JODIE MAY
Jodie May is an artist with a very real and heartfelt talent. Her emotive singing style and compelling music have a melodramatic emotional quality that defies easy categorisation, and while comparisons have included Kate Bush, Tom Waits and early Bowie she remains one of a kind in both voice and song.
On leaving LIPA (Paul McCartney's Institute for Performing Arts) Jodie was scooped up by Sony Music UK under the wings of the infamous Muff Winwood but for political internal label reasons never saw through a release. Having worked with producers and songwriting legends such as Billy Steinberg (True Colours/Eternal Flame) Albert Hammond Snr (Air that I breathe) and Martin Terefe (Shea Seagar / James Morrison) Jodie left the world of major labels eager to evolve her own original and distinctive style, without pressure or restraints.
The recently released 'The Tattoo EP' was recorded with legendary Producer Jon Kelly (Kate Bush/Paul McCartney) and is now available to buy on iTunes.
www.jodiemay.com
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Thursday
1st Dec
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SHOWCASE - ANDY WALKER
Andy was due to appear in September but sadly had to cancel as he’d broken his foot!
all the way from Brighton!!!! We have a very special relationship with Andy - we’ve seen
him develop and grow over the years - heart wrenching lyrics coupled with a voice that
could melt a fair few tons of glacial mass make for one of the best solo acts you’ll hear
this year.
Andy Walker serves up a sound that is all the more haunting and emotionally defining
than many of his peers.
www.myspace.com/andywalkermusic
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Thursday
8th Dec
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SHOWCASE - McCARTHY, MacLEAN
This talented duo has appeared at the club’s Open Mic session on several occasions to
great acclaim and shouts of "showcase please". So here they are: superb vocals, and
great guitar playing.
Check them out on www.mmmusic.co.uk
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Thursday
15th Dec
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SHOWCASE - MIKE DAWES AND AMY TURK
Owing to extreme weather conditions last December the showcase act was snowbound
and unable to come along to the club. BUT we’re delighted to welcome back to the club
the amazing Mike Dawes and Amy Turk. This will be their THIRD time at the club.
Mike Dawes & Amy Turk are guitar and harp like you've never heard before.
Using a combined 53 strings and several feet of wood they tap, slap, pluck and bash
their instruments to create a unique and intricate sound. Influenced by everything
from folk to blues to classical to rock, Mike Dawes & Amy Turk are a truly unique duo
breathing new life into the sounds of the South.
www.mikedawesamyturk.com
www.facebook.com/mikedawesamyturk
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Thursday
22nd Dec
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SHOWCASE - DAVID AND JAMES DELARRE
This will be the Acoustic Club Christmas Party evening and as a very special treat
indeed we’re delighted to welcome DAVID AND JAMES DELARRE (part of Mawkin).
“Folk rebels, Mawkin, three-times-BBC-Folk -Award are now forging a bold new sound
that strengthens their instrumental roots and embraces a new, exuberant exploration
into the traditional folk canon.
Expect the mesmerisng guitar playing of David Delarre, combined with a host of wild
and emotive melodies from the frenetic fiddling fingers of James Delarre.
Here’s a few links showing how talented these guys are!
nme.com/nme-video/youtube/search/david-delarre
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exud1REiP8Q
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Thursday
29th Dec
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SHOWCASE - JOE CHIPPERFIELD AND FRIENDS
To round off what’s been a fantastic year for Acoustic Club, we’re delighted to welcome
a highly talented local artist ,JOE CHIPPERFIELD to perform a showcase with some of
his 'friends'.
There’ll be lots of surprises in store so prise yourselves away from
the television and listen to some fab live music
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Thursday
12th Jan
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SHOWCASE - THE SHERI KERSHAW BAND
The SHERI KERSHAW BAND are now promoting their new album "Kettles in the Kitchen" now on sale on Itunes and Amazon etc as mp3 download as well
available at gigs in full cd format.
Sheri Kershaw, talented songwriter - Great voice. From honey to rock. Alternative folk - somewhat bluesy, somewhat country rock.
Within a long musical history, Sheri worked with many well known musicians including Robbie Gladwell of the Steve Harly Band, Mick Hanson of the Jazz circuit, married for many years to Nik Kershaw, supporting his career by travelling on tour, performing on record, television radio and stage. Now putting her own music out there.
Martin Hewitt on Guitar and Chris Brimley on Bass.
check out sherikershaw.com and find them on Facebook.
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Thursday
12th Jan
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SHOWCASE - THE SHERI KERSHAW BAND
The SHERI KERSHAW BAND are now promoting their new album "Kettles in the Kitchen" now on sale on Itunes and Amazon etc as mp3 download as well
available at gigs in full cd format.
Sheri Kershaw, talented songwriter - Great voice. From honey to rock. Alternative folk - somewhat bluesy, somewhat country rock.
Within a long musical history, Sheri worked with many well known musicians including Robbie Gladwell of the Steve Harly Band, Mick Hanson of the Jazz circuit, married for many years to Nik Kershaw, supporting his career by travelling on tour, performing on record, television radio and stage. Now putting her own music out there.
Martin Hewitt on Guitar and Chris Brimley on Bass.
check out sherikershaw.com and find them on Facebook.
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Thursday
19th Jan
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2 SHOWCASES!
EVIE WILSON
Evie Wilson is a talented 17 year old singer and guitar player from Bishops Stortford. Currently she is focusing on covers, but hopes to soon start creating folk-inspired music of her own. Expect hauntingly pure vocals and unusual twists on classics both modern and old.
ALICE AND THE FOX
Alice and the Fox is a four-piece acoustic pop girl group. Consisting of Ruby Ktori, Lauren Rose, Madeleine Belton and Phoebe Watts, this unique group aims to create down to earth music that everyone can relate to. The group uses a blend of complex harmonies and powerful melodies to create this rare blend of music. Each member of this group brings their own select individuality to create this exciting and current band.
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Thursday
26th Jan
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SHOWCASE - ARNWYN
Arnwyn is Dave and Rebecca Blackman's acoustic folk duo, with piano, guitar, vocals and the occasional ghost.
Based in Harlow, Essex, Arnwyn regularly play live at The Square Acoustic Club which runs every 4th Sunday of the month.
They have recently performed at CB2 Acoustic Nights in Cambridge, The Half Moon Acoustic Club in Bishop's Stortford and Woodfest 2011 in Hatfield Forest.
Information on upcoming live shows can be found on the gigs page.
New songs are currently being recorded and will be released very soon!
www.arnwyn.com
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Thursday
2nd Feb
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SHOWCASE - PATRICK WALKER
The wonderfully talented local hero returns, with a voice you could cut glass with and an outpouring of emotion.
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Thursday
9th Feb
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SHOWCASE - KEEF JACKMAN AND GREG CAMBURN
Having run the club for 10 years we thought it was time Keef performed a showcase! He will be joined by Greg Camburn with sax and whistles and their set will have a few surprises for you. Watch this space!
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Thursday
16th Feb
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2 SHOWCASES!
KAREN JOHNSON AND TONY CLARKE
Karen needs very little introduction. She is one of our local stars – a wonderful singer with a very gentle style. She will be joined by Tony Clarke, an excellent guitarist and singer.
CHARLIE TURNER
TEENAGE songstress Charlie Turner, who appeared at last year’s Stortford Music Festival and Woodfest, will be playing an intimate showcase this week.
The 18-year-old pianist, composer, singer and sax player will certainly have some surprises in store! On top of her solo efforts as a performer and songwriter, the former Herts & Essex High School pupil has played several local venues as a member of Stortford’s indie-pop outfit The DC Effect.
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Thursday
23rd Feb
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SHOWCASE - STEVE INGREY
One of the club’s longest standing performers; Steve has been coming to the club since it started ten years ago and, at last, has agreed to perform a showcase to highlight his amazing blues playing. He will be joined by Harmonica Dave.
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