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Tuesday, 10 October 2023

Happy 75th birthday, Jackson Browne!

JOHN DOUGLAS (Trashcan Sinatras) - Available Live Touring Dates March / April / May 2024

JOHN DOUGLAS (Trashcan Sinatras) - Live Touring Dates March / April / May 2024

Solo album tour

John Douglas

Scotland's Reveal Records is pleased to announce that the debut solo album from one of Scotland’s finest songwriters - John Douglas (Trashcan Sinatras) - will be released worldwide on October 6th. At long last, fans and newcomers alike are treated to an intimate snapshot of the talent, charisma and depth of this celebrated Scottish indie songsmith. With this release comes the start of a new chapter in John Douglas' creative life as he simultaneously looks back at a lifetime of musical adventures and accolades and moves forwards.

The album 'John Douglas' features new recordings of some of John's favourite Traschcan Sinatras material, alongside new songs he has written and his own rendition of the Prefab Sprout classic ‘We Let The Stars Go’. The eleven songs on this record were performed solo, recorded live at Kyoti Studio in Glasgow (with no overdubs) by producer Mark Freegard, who also mixed and mastered the album. John Douglas explains, “I’ve often been encouraged by friends over the years to make a solo album, but the timing or inclination didn’t flow. Last year - out of nowhere - everything suddenly felt right and the process was quick and natural. Mark just set the mics up and I played my songs. No other musicians or overdubs. Me and my guitar. That way, I became the songs and they became me. The finished record, though varied in song styles, has a mood to it… it’s warm, thoughtful and quiet.. as I generally aspire to be.

Hailing from Irvine on Scotland’s west coast, John has a rich history, making music with Trashcan Sinatras for over thirty years. Apart from his role as a songwriter (and guitarist) there, John has been playing live gigs across the UK and Ireland as part of his partner Eddi Reader’s band. He has also been performing solo sets at shows with musical friends, such as Norman Blake (Teenage Fanclub), Jill Jackson and James Grant (Love & Money). Whilst visiting Irvine recently, John was invited to guest with Martin McAloon (Prefab Sprout), the two artists having first met in 1990 during Trashcan Sinatras' ‘Jordan - The Comeback’ tour with Prefab Sprout.

Get in touch if you would like to book a date for a live performance.

For live touring dates mid March - mid April & May 2024 please contact:

gail@laughingdogmusic.co.uk

Monday, 25 September 2023

Videos of Keith Luckey at the Thank Folk Festival Held at Sleaford, Lincolnshire, UK on 23rd September 2023

Blowing In The Wind

Slow Train

Let It Be Me

www.keithluckey.com

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Thursday, 21 September 2023

Rod Picott Headlines Kirton In Lindsey Town Hall Live Friday, 29 September, 2023

Rod born in New Hampshire, raised in Maine and has lived in Nashville for the last twenty five
years. A former sheet rock hangar, he traded in his hammer and trowel for a guitar in 1998. He has released 15 albums since then and has been coming to the UK since since 2000. Rod is an ace storyteller, his songs are expertly crafted living creations filled with observations of the human condition. He is one of our too little known songwriting treasures, and often collaborates with his childhood friend Slaid Cleaves.
In 2022 he released his latest album 'Paper Hears and Broken Arrows, It is a collection of some of the strongest songs that Rod has ever written, ranging from the heart-breaking narrative of Sonny Liston's tragic life to rocking declarations of loyalty. The album was produced by the renowned producer Neil Hubbard.
Live, he puts on a great show one that will be packed with fantastic songs covering his 25 years as a touring musician. He will have the audience listening intently to his songs and entertain people with his between song banter.

Support will come from Nick Thurtell, a singer songwriter from Surrey..

Tickets are priced at £14. They are available from Brian on 01652 649230/ brianchudley@btinternet.com, from Morrisons Daily in Kirton or www.wegottickets.com.

Monday, 18 September 2023

The Third Thank Folk Festival at the Ivy in Sleaford, Lincolnshire on Saturday 23 September and Sunday 24 September 2023

The organisers are really looking forward to the third Thank Folk Festival at the Ivy in Sleaford, Lincolnshire on Saturday 23 September and Sunday 24 September 2023 and are planning for all possible weather conditions.

.#keepourhighstreetsalive #keepitlocal #keepmusiclive #musiciansworkingtogether

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Sunday, 3 September 2023

Details of The Flatlanders Scooter Rally Friday 15th - 17th September in Ramsey From The Organisers...

Flatlanders Scooter Rally 2023
Friday 15th - 17th September

Venue; The Camp, Wood Lane, Ramsey, Huntingdon, PE26 2XB.

TICKET SALES NOW LIVE

How to order early bird tickets:

Please email our NEW email address: flatlandersscooterclub@gmail.com
to place your order and we will respond with our payment details.

In Person: Please see any member of Flatlanders SC at events

LIMITED TICKETS!
Early bird weekend tickets including camping- £20
Pay on the Gate upon arrival Prices - Cash Only:
Weekend ticket including camping - £25
Day ticket with overnight camping - £15
Day ticket (no camping) - £10
Under 16's £FREE

Vehicle charges:
Car - £5
Van - £10
Please note if you are towing a caravan the charge will be £15

Local Scooter Club
Family Friendly
5 Bands
DJ’s throughout the weekend
Rally Games
Custom show
Saturday - Fancy Dress (the letter F)
Toilets
Traders & Stalls
2x Bars

Wednesday, 30 August 2023

An Evening of Ska, Reggae and Northern Soul at the Jolly Farmer, Moulton Chapel.

Saturday 2nd September, 2023

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Monday, 28 August 2023

Coming Up at Town Hall Live – Kirton In Lindsey, Lincolnshire

The remaining programme for 2023 is as follows:

First up on FRIDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER is ROD PICOTT

It is amazing to think that it is eight years since Rod Picott last played Town Hall Live and it is great to welcome him back.Rod was brought up in Maine and has lived in Nashville for the last twenty five years. He has released 15 albums in that time and has been coming to the UK since since 2000. He is an ace storyteller, his songs are expertly crafted living creations. He is one of our too little known songwriting treasures, often collaborating with his childhood friend Slaid Cleaves. It will be Rod's fourth appearance at Town Hall Live. He will have the audience listening intently to his songs and amuse people with his between song banter.. Tickets £14

FRIDAY 20TH OCTOBER - DALE STORR (£14)

Dale Storr went to school in Kirton and is regarded as the leading exponent of New Orleans music in the UK. He has wowed audiences across the country and Europe with his intoxicating mastery of the piano and his vocal delivery. Dale draws in the audience with the rich history of the music, telling stories of his much loved piano heroes. (£14)

SATURDAY 4TH NOVEMBER - LAUREN HOUSLEY & THE NORTHERN COWBOYS

In late 2022 Lauren Housley Lauren decided to develop her live shows with a six piece band with key members Tom Dibb and Mark Lewis. The addition of keyboards and brass will give
her music more of a soulful feel, with all of her songs being delivered with a knockout vocal performance. (£15)

FRIDAY 17TH NOVEMBER - DANIEL RODRIGUEZ

Former Elephant Revival leader Daniel Rodriguez cements himself as a solo performer. The Colorado singer songwriter pens poetic and contemplative songs, delivered with knockout vocals. He will perform as a trio on this UK Tour. (£14)

SATURDAY 9TH DECEMBER - ROBBIE CAVANAGH

Robbie writes with honesty, emotion and instinctively. He sings with clear, soothing vocals and a gentle manner. He has just released his latest album and will be accompanied by band members Tom Dibb (lead guitar), Robert Ruiz (bass) and Dan Wiebe (drums). (£14)

Tickets are now on sale for all concerts. They are available from Brian on 01652 649230/ brianchudley@btinternet.com, from www.wegottickets.com or from Morrisons Daily in Kirton from concert to concert.

www.townhalllive.co.uk