Shebangg and Friends Acoustic & Unplugged at The Old Castle
Written by Linda Mason Monday, 23 August 2010
Following on from last year’s hugely successful “SheBangg and Friends” event in the 2009 Bridgnorth Music Festival….. for 2010, SheBangg will again be dragging onto the stage a variety of their hugely talented musical friends to perform in the garden of the “Old Castle Inn” on Sunday 29th August. The event starts at just after 6.00 p.m. (following on from the Music Festival’s High Street event) and carries on until 10.30 p.m. It is all going to be a very relaxed, chilled-out affair with all of the musicians playing a selection of original and cover version acoustic songs.
This year the mini-fest kicks off with Linda Tilley… a local well-known and loved solo singer /guitarist; next up will be the duo “Keleric”…. Comprising of Kelly and Eric singing and playing several popular cover-versions; Chris Rollason will be turning up next…. most often seen behind the lens of a camera, Chris can sometimes be encouraged to undertake his other love and skill of playing music!; Louise Smith, a talented singer/songwriter from Shrewsbury will be performing next, followed by Redditch-based guitarist and singer Adam Thomas (who will have just returned from “down under” just before the festival!); next, we are pleased to see the return of “Juke Joint John” with his great blues guitar and harmonica playing; then we have two of the Shrewsbury band “Small Bright Songs” featuring the vocals and song writing talents of Jessie Jones; Tim Barratt (guitarist from SheBangg) will be performing next with a selection of his self-penned songs; Graham Clews (more often seen in his band the “Graham Clews Band”) will be travelling over from Birmingham to play a slot next, ably supported by the bongo talents of Leyton Burgess; we are very pleased to have well-known singer/songwriter Claire Hamill play a few of her songs, Claire is fitting this event into her busy Bridgnorth Music Festival schedule!; taking to the stage to finish off the night will, of course, be Bridgnorth’s very own four-piece “SheBangg”, playing in their more acoustic guise (this will be one of seven appearances by SheBangg in this years music festival).
Hoping the weather holds off…. it may be worthwhile bringing an umbrella just in case and, judging by the capacity crowd last year, it may also be worthwhile arriving early!! For refreshment purposes there are going to be pizzas available to purchase throughout the night and, to add to the candlelit atmosphere, Chinese lanterns will be available to send off into the night sky!
Overall, judging by last years event and this years line-up, this promises to be a great night, definitely NOT to be missed!
The Reasoning - Bell & Talbot Monday 30th August
Written by Linda Mason Friday, 30 July 2010
Hot on the heels from their highly rated performance at London’s prestigious High Voltage Festival alongside the likes of ZZ Top, Emerson Lake and Palmer, Foreigner, Marillion and Opeth, up and coming Cardiff-based rockers The Reasoning take it down a notch to play a series of acoustic shows in more relaxed and intimate settings, before returning to the studio to record a follow-up to their critically acclaimed 2010 album, Adverse Camber.
But these are shows with a difference. Having just released “Acoustically Speaking”, an excellent acoustic album with new interpretations of many of their most loved songs, they’re relishing the opportunity to get to parts of the country that wouldn’t normally be possible, and spending time with their fans after the show over a few pints. So what better venue, than The Bell & Talbot in Salop Street, well known for its appreciation of live original music and a regular entry in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide.
http://www.shropshirelive.com/taste/features/best-pubs-bell-and-talbot.html
http://www.myspace.com/thereasoninguk
At the Quayside Bank Holiday Monday 30th August
Written by Kev Adams Friday, 20 August 2010
The Quayside acoustic/unplugged event is held on Bank Holiday Monday August 29th and was primarily set up as a platform for songwriters to showcase their own original material. It's been a part of Bridgnorth Music and Arts Festival for the past three years and has built up such a reputation that we've been able to attract some of the best songwriters and performers from around the region - including a couple from beyond.
Set against the backdrop of the River Severn and with the best line up to date it should be a fantastic afternoons entertainment.
The line up for this year includes:
Jonathon Day - http://www.myspace.com/jonathanpeterday
Renowned Folk musician Dr Jonathan Day is promoting his excellent new album Carved in Bone which he's completed with the help of top folk musicians including Kevin Dempsey. Jonathan has surprised us every time he's appeared at the festival so we won't even guess at this years line up. You can catch some of his material on episode three of the Video series produced by Wez Bone at http://www.youtube.com/user/bridgnorthfestival
Jake Flowers - http://www.myspace.com/jakeflowers
Following their performance at T in the Park local favourites Jake Flowers backed by brothers Ed and Will Gauden are back in the town, blurring the lines between indie, folk and rock. Jake, Ed and Will are also featured on episode one of Wez's videos.
Claire Hamill - http://www.myspace.com/clairehamill
Internationally known folk singer/songwriter Claire is appearing twice during the festival with another gig at The White Lion on Saturday 28th August. In 2003 Eva Cassidy's version of Claire's song 'You Take My Breath Away' appeared on Eva's platinum-selling album American Tune and established Claire as a world class songwriter.
Emma and the Professor - http://www.myspace.com/emmaandtheprofessor
From the Shropshire Marches, Emma Heath and Mark Davies are bringing the local folklore, myths and legends to life through their contemporary approach to acoustic folk roots music. Played on Guitar and Bodhran, the songs are inspired by tales on their very doorstep that hearken back to times of Marcher Warlords, local heroes, strange folk and even magical characters from the underworld.
Tony Russell
Really pleased to announce that we have Tony Russell back to the Quayside but this time he's adding colour of a whole different kind with a solo flamenco guitar set. In his own words - "Solo flamenco guitar, covering a range of styles from moody Tarantas, the exotic Zambra Mora and dramatic Bulerías... no funny hats or castanets in sight!"
Flat Stanley - http://www.myspace.com/flatstanleyhideout
Flat Stanley "bringing there own blend of Folk noise to your ears Flat Stanley have played bars,clubs pubs,raves,festivals,freepartys,protests, In fields,in the sun, in the rain, up to our necks in mud, up to our eyes in beer, in debt, ,Played for punks Bikers,Druids,Lovers, Ravers, ,scoundrels,wasters and just about everyone and everywhere inbetween. Playing live is what life is all about for Flat Stanley, always passionate, and always a lively footstompin affair wether in a cozy booza or a festival stage. Flat Stanley have supported major artists like The Levellers, Ozric Tenticles the mighty Hawkwind and many more!"
Padge
Well known local ukulele wielding singer songwriter Nick Padget is kicking off the event on the Quayside. Boundless energy and great songs. It's going to be a brilliant afternoon
CHELFEST
Written by Linda Mason Thursday, 19 August 2010
The Bulls Head and Chelmarsh Sports & Social Club have a packed music programme for the August Bank Holiday Weekend. Camping and Caravanning is available @ £5 per night and the 125 Bridgnorth to Highley bus service is an excellent way of getting to Chelmarsh during the day.
Kicking off the music extravaganza on the evening of Friday 27th August at The Bulls Head is singer song writer Claire Hamill. In 2003 Eva Cassidy's version of Claire's song 'You Take My Breath Away' appeared on Eva's platinum-selling album American Tune and established Claire as a world class songwriter. Her late 80's album "Voices" was also No 1 on the New age chart, although these days Claire's performances are more singer songwriter folk with new age influences.
http://www.clairehamill.co.uk
http://www.myspace.com/clairehamill
On Saturday 28th there will music from 12 noon till 7pm in the grounds of The Sports & Social Club. The bar will be open and food available all day. Seven bands/artistes will provide the entertainment.
Kelleric – a duo featuring Eric & Kelly doing covers from the 1960s onwards.
Shebangg – a top local 4 piece band of accomplished musicians and superb vocals who have a fine repertoire of self penned songs as well as popular cover versions.
Spillane featuring Joe Public – a great one man blues roots and folk band.
Scartaglen – a talented 6 piece traditional Irish band featuring banjo, mandolin, fiddle, whistles, guitars and guaranteed to get the foot tapping with great tunes and songs.
Stretchneck – a London based rock band playing 1970s material including songs by The Who, Deep Purple, and Montrose.
Rock Steady – a special reunion by this local 70s band playing some great material.
Lovebug – one of the very best showbands around. A 6 piece outfit combining great musicianship and glamour performing live disco songs with no gimmicks or backing tracks.
The action returns to The Bulls Head in the evening for a second chance to hear the Irish band Scartaglen.
The weekend finishes off with more Irish music at The Bulls Head from 4 pm on Sunday 29th.
David Whitley - talk and book signing
Written by Glynis Madden Wednesday, 11 August 2010
Bridgnorth Library
11 a.m. Friday 3rd September 2010
David Whitley was born in Chester in 1984 and began composing stories shortly afterwards. At age 17 his first attempt at a full length novel for Children was shortlisted for the Kathleen Fidler Award, and at 20 he won the Cheshire Prize for Literature for a children’s short story.
David’s first novel for children and young adults, The Midnight Charter, was published by Puffin last year. Widely acclaimed, it was nominated for six awards including The Carnegie Medal. Its much anticipated sequel, The Children of the Lost, was published in August.
About the event:
Dreams and Nightmares - The Children of the Lost
Dreams. They can inspire, they can terrify, they can change our lives. Throughout history, people have struggled, and fought, and died for their vision of utopia – the “perfect place”. Let author David Whitley take you on a tour through some historical utopias, from the deadly serious to the wacky and weird. Explore with him the world of his own books - The Midnight Charter and its sequel The Children of the Lost, set in lands built on dreams of perfection. Bring your ideas, as David invites you to imagine your own utopia, but beware. Because for every dream, there is a nightmare.
An event suitable for all ages, especially young adults from age 11+
R. J. Ellory - Talk and Book Signing
Written by Glynis Madden Wednesday, 11 August 2010
At Bridgnorth Library
(Listley Street, Bridgnorth, WV16 4AW)
12 p.m. Saturday 28th August 2010
It is with pleasure that we welcome the bestselling and multi-award winning novelist, Roger Jon Ellory, to the festival. The prolific Birmingham based author has published several books. Candlemoth was his first novel to be published in 2003. This was followed in 2004 by Ghostheart, and A Quiet Vendetta in 2005 which won the Quebec Laureat. City of Lies was published in 2006, as was A Quiet Belief In Angels, which many will recall was featured on the Richard & Judy Book Club. Roger received several awards for A Quiet Belief in Angels, including the Livre De Poche, the Nouvel Observateur, the Strand Mystery of the Year and the US Independent Award. Roger then released A Simple Act of Violence, which won the Theakston's Crime Novel of the Year Award at the Harrogate Crime Festival last month.
The Anniversary Man was published in 2009 and Saints of New York is due for release later thisyear.
Roger will visit Bridgnorth Library to give a talk about his work and sign copies of his books.
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