Topic Records "Set dances, hornpipes, jigs and reels…"

The latest news and special offers from Topic Records. "Set dances, hornpipes, jigs and reels…"    During March, Topic Records celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with two fabulous new releases of Irish music in London, plus special offers from a back-catalogue rich in the music of Ireland. Topic is very proud to have presented over many years a wealth of diverse music from the Emerald Isle, and to still be involved in an important ongoing tradition. Topic’s latest releases in the widely-acclaimed series of traditional music from these islands, The Voice of the People, presents, over two 3CD sets, nearly 200 tracks of the most vital, dynamic music made by Irish immigrants in London over the last six decades:   TSCD679T "It was mighty!"  In the early 1950s, some of the most talented young traditional musicians from rural Ireland found themselves in London, working on building sites and in heavy construction, away from home, but among hundreds of people like them. Music was played in pubs and dance halls and, for a decade or two, almost every night of the week, Camden Town, Fulham and neighbouring boroughs were buzzing. Many of the early pioneers of this music, great artists by any reckoning, are represented here, captured at the peak of their powers. TSCD680T "It was great altogether!" Irish traditional music was well-established in pubs and dance halls and at Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann meetings in Greater London by the mid-1960s, the groundwork having been done by a generation of young musicians from rural Ireland. Often direct descendants, the latest generation of musicians set equally high standards and have determined to keep the original reasons for playing and keep the old styles alive. March special offers This month we have four titles from Topic’s splendid selection of Irish music on CD, edited by Reg Hall, at the very special price of only £6 each:     TSCD 602   IRISH DANCE MUSIC TSCD 604   PAST MASTERS OF IRISH DANCE MUSIC TSCD 605   PAST MASTERS OF IRISH FIDDLE MUSIC TSCD 606   ROUND THE HOUSE AND MIND THE DRESSER The Voice of the People series has included some superb examples of traditional Irish music, and we are offering two of these volumes at a very special price throughout the month of March:   TSCD 674   SARAH MAKEM  The Heart Is True   £  9.00 A fine Irish traditional singer recorded by many song collectors visiting Ireland in the 1950s, Sarah Makem’s voice reflected a strength and generosity of spirit crucial to the understanding of the Irish tradition. TSCD 677T   VARIOUS ARTISTS  The Flax In Bloom   £ 12.00 Peter Kennedy and Sean O’Boyle uncovered a treasure trove of songs, singers and music-making in their recording travels around Ulster in the early 1950s, and this stunning 3CD set gives a wide and varied view of traditional music of that time and place.   This year’s Record Store Day celebrations take place on Saturday 16th April. On the day, Topic will be releasing an exclusive 7” vinyl single by Martin Simpson and some of his musical friends. A double A-side, the single features Martin with Andy Cutting and Tom A. Wright on a brilliant version of Booker T. and the MGs’ ‘Green Onions’, and, on the other side, with Andy Cutting and Nancy Kerr on the classic ballad ‘Willie Taylor’.     Fledg’ling Records will also be taking part, with an exclusive reissue of a rare Shirley Collins 7” EP that originally came out on the Collector label in 1964, ‘English Songs volume 2’, in a replica flipback sleeve plus a new inner sleeve with rare photographs. The Incredible String Band on Fledg’ling Records Fifty years ago, The Incredible String Band released their first album on the Elektra Records label. In 2010, our friends at Fledg’ling Records presented a beautifully remastered and repackaged version of the album with the full support and co-operation of Mike Heron, Clive Palmer and Robin Williamson, as well as original producer Joe Boyd, and engineer John Wood. To celebrate it’s fiftieth anniversary, Fledg’ling is offering this definitive version of the debut album on CD for just £5: FLED 3076   THE INCREDIBLE STRING BAND – Their First Album    Tour News Martin Simpson Martin continues his busy schedule of touring, with solo gigs and those with SimpsonŸCuttingŸKerr booked through to September. Details from his website by clicking here: Martin Simpson tour dates

St Andrews Hospice Bubble Rush - Sunday May 22nd 2016

St Andrews Hospice Bubble Rush - Sunday May 22nd 2016

IT'S FUN! IT'S FROTHY! It’s Hull & East Riding’s first ever Bubble Rush Will you be there? The Bubble Rush is an event that anyone can take part in. It’s a massively fun event that will leave you popping with excitement. As you run, walk, dance or skip around the course, you will encounter a number of Coloured Bubble Stations, which will cover you from head to toe in frothy foam. We would love you to join us for this brand-new, fun event, not only to help St Andrew’s Children’s Hospice, but to have a bubbly, fun time with your friends and family. Don’t worry if you are not a runner, because the course will be a maximum of 5k and is not timed. Participants are encouraged to complete the course at their own pace. You can run if you want to, but if you don’t, it is fine to walk or stroll, or even skip or dance, through the bubbles. It’s going to be an event to remember and an event not to be missed Hull & East Riding’s first ever Bubble Rush Will you be there? Click the link below to register – register before 24th April to take advantage of our  ‘early- bird’ discount. http://www.standrewshospice.com/news-events/upcoming-events/bubblerushhull.aspx Regards ANGELA Angela Greenfield Events Co-ordinator St Andrew's Hospice Tel: 01472 350908 Ext: 265 Email:    angela.greenfield@nhs.net

St Andrews Hospice Peaks Lane, Grimsby, DN32 9RP Phone: 01472 350908  |  Fax: 01472 251765  |  Email: jane.whenham-white@nhs.net   Copyright © 2012 St Andrew's Hospice

Brooks Williams - My Turn Now

BROOKS WILLIAMS - Top Americana, Roots guitarist releases his new album 'My Turn Now' and UK tour dates available in 2016/2017 Brooks Williams stands BROOKS WILLIAMS - Top Americana, Roots guitarist releases his new album 'My Turn Now' and UK tour dates available in 2016/2017 Brooks Williams - 'My Turn Now' Brooks Williams stands on tradition but he doesn’t stand still. His influences fly so fast and furious they blur. Like drinking whiskey from a honey jar, you get both the sweet and the bite. He not only tours like a hellhound’s on his trail, and creates a super-charged music that is electrifying and fighting-fit. Brooks was born in Statesboro, Georgia (the town made famous by country-blues legend Blind Willie McTell), is a great singer. In 2013 he was nominated ‘best male vocalist’ by the UK’s foremost roots-music mavens, Spiral Earth. AmericanaUK says, “he has a beautiful voice that you just melt into.” And he’s one helluva good guitar player, ranked in the “Top 100 Acoustic Guitarists.” The San Antonio Light says that Williams is a “fret monster who has to be seen to be believed!” Brooks Williams writes songs that are a collision of roots and evolution. Rocking. Economical. Ironic. The arrangements are tight, and yet the performances are rich in blues pathos. Words like timeless, astute, archetypal just about cover it. Walking the line between blues and Americana, Brooks Williams has worked stages worldwide for over 25 years, amassing a staggering back-catalogue of songs, recordings and tales. With nearly 23 CDs to his name, fRoots says Williams’ music “Americana at its finest!” CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO Brooks Williams Don't take our word for it, here's what some other folks have got to say: “He’s a lovely player, a lovely singer, and a great writer. The real thing.” - Martin Simpson “Absolutely beyond criticism!” - fRoots "Best Male Vocalist Nominee!" - Spiral Earth Awards 2014 “A fret monster who has to be seen to be believed!” - San Antonio Light “One of America's musical treasures.” - Dirty Linen "How soulful a solo guitarist can be when he has talent, taste and astonishing technique." - Blues Revue “Americana at its finest!” - fRoots “We called him back for three encores!” - Blues In Britain “…classy, tasteful, bright, and hugely enjoyable!" - Blues Matters Brooks Williams UK TOUR DATES AVAILABLE 2016 / 2017. BOOKING NOW For availability email GAIL COOKE on gail@laughingdogmusic.co.uk  Click here to go to Laughing Dog Music Click here to go to Brooks Williams ©2016 Laughing Dog Music | Laughing Dog Music I gail@laughingdogmusic.co.uk I tel :

Mr Fez, Shut Up, Listen and Dance!

Shut Up, Listen, and Dance! music and not much more. for Pboro and for the world wide web. nothing manufactured. quality music from yesteryear and today. plus a bit of banter. and tours, local gigs, and Posh. and a special half past six thirty. click here to listen live every Wednesday from 6pm get in touch: mail@mrfez.com and listen again to recent shows below: DATE SHOW LINK march 2 clump. pies. cigarette trees. kylie's tunnel Blondie-Buggles-Beatles-Verve-Pulp-Billy Bragg-Showaddywaddy feb 24 wonky veg. v-fest. brit awards. benny hill Coldplay-Blur-Clash-Springsteen-Buzzcocks-Undertones-Lilly Allen feb 17 max wall. viz. nme. miss saigon. vampires Kiss-Madness-Beautiful South-Winehouse-Sheeran-Blondie

SqueezEast Concertina Band Day 2016

Promoting concertina playing in East Anglia



SqueezEast Concertinas would like to announce that bookings for their Concertina Band Day on Sunday 5th June at Stamford Arts Centre are now open.
 
Full details can be found on their website - www.squeezeast.org.uk.

Full Fat #Funk at the Beehive, Peterborough.

Full Fat Funk at the Beehive, Peterborough.

Lauren Housley Live at Kirton Town Hall

February 27th Doors: 7:00 PM Adv Tickets: £12.00 from the OneStop store in the town. from 01652 649230 or www.wegottickets.com £14.00 on the door The music starts at approximately 7.40 pm   Venue:  Town Hall, Market Square, Kirton in Lindsey, N Lincs, DN21 4LZ Click to buy Tickets Get Directions performing at  TOWN HALL  LIVE KIRTON  LAUREN HOUSLEY  support Skye on Saturday 27th  February, 2016 A contender for the stand out up and coming act of 2015 has to be Lauren Housley.  Fresh from two compelling shows at the O2 Blues Festival, Lauren's unique blend of blues and soul marks her out as very much the one to watch for 2016 as evidenced on Live Nation and BBC Radio 2. Lauren's debut album 'Sweet Surrender' is a killer, no filler affair with a number of tracks already play listed or on prime spot play on Radio 2 by the likes of Chris Evans, Terry Wogan , Jeremy Vine, Bob Harris and Robert Elms. all of whom know a good tune when they hear one. Lauren sings a soulful blend and Americana and can be compared to the likes of Bonnie , Elkie Brooks and Dusty Springfield.  She is that good Live, her voice is powerful or as subtle as you hear on record, if not more so.  Seeing her perform you really appreciate the fullness and texture of her voice, whilst being hypnotised by her commanding stage presence.  For her Town Hall Live concert she will perform with her band that consists of Thomas Dibb on guitars and keyboards, Chris Hillman on pedal steel and dobro, Mark Lewis on bass and Craig Hanson on drums. Support will be by Skye who is making a welcome return to Kirton.  It is three years since this Leeds University music student last played THL as a 17 year old. Advance tickets are priced at £12.00.  Tickets can be obtained from the One Stop store in the town, from Brian on 01652 649230 or from www.wegottickets.com They will be £14.00 on the door and appearing next time at TOWN HALL LIVE  CALLAGHAN on Saturday 19th March Callaghan is back!  Although she will be playing bigger venues on this UK tour she wanted to come back yo play Town Hall Live after the wonderful reception she got when she played last April. Callaghan's voice is unmistakable.  Her eclectic American pop sound stands out like a gem.  She is a truly talented performer and is a favourite of Bob Harris, Jeremy Vine and Alex Lester. The week before her concert she will again play the C2C concert at Excel in London and is due to perform at Bob Harris's Under The Appletree Festival in Silverstone at the end of May. As Bob says 'Callaghan is a wonderful artist, beautiful, warm and hugely talented'.   We know that to be true. Advance Tickets for this concert will be £12.00, and can be obtained from the usual outlets. Following the Callaghan concert it is Town Hall Lives' top concert band of 2015, THE MIGHTY DOONANS.  That is on Friday 8th April.  Tickets are on sale now. Bring Your Friends for a  Great Night Out and Save  on Tickets! We would like as many people as possible to come and enjoy the concerts we put on. Why not ask your friends? Any person buying 6 tickets up to one week before any concert will get £1 off the ticket price on all tickets purchased. This offer is available only by ringing Brian on 01652 649230 or emailing him on brianchudley@btinternet.com Zoey T-shirt A simple declarative fashion statement. Buy now Memories of Water My most personal album yet. Buy now

Teenage Cancer Trust @ the Royal Albert Hall

Teenage Cancer Trust @ the Royal Albert Hall