Cheese Club is set for Wednesday 14th October, and this month we will feature six more delicious artisan cheeses. We will also have a selection of drinks to accompany them available for sale. Booking is essential. Cost is £10.00 per head for cheese board only.
A Musical Culture Clash Originally from Barcelona Feat. Foot Stompin' Sing Along Tunes, Rhythm Tap Dance Beats, Fiery Percussion & a Whole Load of Positive Vibes! As seen at Boomtown, Isle of Wight, Glastonbury & Tropical Pressure festivals, top venues across the SW and recently featured on BBC Introducing with a hat-trick of songs from their new album ‘It Takes Courage To Be Happy’. Ideal for fans of The B52's, The Clash, Deee-Lite, Paul Simon, Gil Scott Heron, Manu Chao, Dance Music & Surprises!
D’Ska Assassins are one of the most popular ska acts in the South West. They perform classic ska, from the likes of the Skatalites and Prince Buster, ska revival by bands such as Bad Manners and The Specials, and some great high energy originals
Jim Reynolds is a guitarist and singer who writes and plays an eclectic mix of music. The individual pieces tap into blues, ragtime, rhythm and blues, music hall and folk traditions. Some are extremely sensitive songs about life, people and relationships, while others are tongue in cheek. His albums are also sprinkled with classics from the likes of J.J. Cale, Nick Drake, John Martyn, Roy Orbison, the Inkspots, Jelly Roll Morton and Jimmy Rogers.
The Sunset Cafe was a top night-spot on Chicago’s infamous South Side. Al Capone owned it, Louis Armstrong starred there. The Sunset Cafe Stompers do play the music of that period... great tunes from Scott Joplin, Irving Berlin, Jelly Roll Morton, Duke Ellington, Fats Waller... but the band’s wide repertoire also features songs made famous by artists as diverse as Patsy Cline, Marilyn Monroe, the Inkspots, Fats Domino... even Elvis. Beneath it all, one can sense the elusive, shifting, pulse which defines the sound of New Orleans. In that city, ever since the 1900s, bands have been hired to attract a crowd, or to add spirit and generate excitement for all kinds of occasion. Throughout the last twenty years we have followed in that tradition: playing jazz clubs, concerts for churches, arts centres, village dances, weddings, festivals, funerals, garden parties... from our Dorset/Somerset base, down to Cornwall and up to Cumbria.
From Metallica to Mumford and Steve Earle to the Stereophics, no one is safe from our quirky folk style of covers. Throw some original and traditional songs into the mix and you’ve got a Bicycle Repair Man set. James and Matthew combine close vocal harmonies with mandolin melodies, rhythmic guitar work and intricate tenor riffs in an attempt to deliver a two man wall of sound
AThe psychosonic constellations are clearing so open your airwaves and countenance these cavalcades of swinging surf and raucous rockabilly. Thundering their way to a gathering near you this year secreting rustic rockabilly charm, allow their guttural guitars and dynamic drums to reverberate your reason and magnify the madness. Simply throw back your hair, whirl that waistline onwards and follow your frenzied feet to the searing sounds of Dorset's musical sensation that is The Surfin' Birds"
Mark Lyons (singer songwriter) and Andy Jack Ratt (16 String Jack) will be playing a stripped back set of The Two Man Travelling Medicine Show's best songs.
Funky rocking blues with Zoe Schwarz-vocals, Rob Koral-guitar, Anth Caplen-bass, Ady Milward-drums & vocals ... rootsy original songs, strong catchy riffs 'n grooves, plus some cool 'n groovy covers..... mixing old school tradition with a contemporary swagger and verve... COME ON DOWN
Shelby’s Elbows are an acoustic duo, made up of Dorset musicians Martin P. Davies and Phil Jeffs. Formed after meeting in various Open Mic nights in 2008, Shelby’s Elbows have developed into a locally well known entertainment duo, playing a variety of instruments and producing an instantly recognisable sound that surprises people when they discover that there’s only two people making it. Starting out as a covers band, they are now writing and recording their own original music from a wide variety of influences gained from their covers set – from Nirvana to Neil Young, Seal to Skynyrd, Dire Straits to Turin Brakes and anything in between. Shelby’s Elbows are an exciting, dynamic duo, delivering a deep filled sound that punches well above the level which their numeric deficiency should allow. Inspirational lyrics and catchy conundrums for those who like to rock their fun but socially-aware world with guitars, exuberance and honesty, along with the misuse of inappropriate and inaccurate presidential quotes. ‘Shelby’s What?’ – Barack Obama./p>
Formed in 2010, Ansell & Gretel are Jack Ansell and Jamie Parker. Together they have performed at some of best pubs and festivals all around the south coast. With a set of varied classic covers Ansell & Gretel are sure to play something for everyone all with their own added twist. Styles including Funk, Soul, Rock and Pop.
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Get ready to dance the night away with SkABBA, the irresistible fusion of ABBA's iconic lyrics and vibrant Ska rhythms! A standing event that you wont want to sit down for! SkABBA are a band not to be missed.
British-Hungarian acoustic flute and guitar duo plays an eclectic collection of world music from Armenia to Venezuela and plenty more in between. Besides, they also play some of their original songs. They blend cultures and musical genres into a unique style that is very easy to enjoy. Expect something different, with great rhythms and evocative melodies.
Comprising 2 guitars, vocals and double bass, the Trio has many years experience between them, and all members have played throughout Europe including Montreux Jazz, WOMAD and Glastonbury Festivals Re-interpreting jazz standards in a different style, Jon Lewis and Matt Sullivan play guitar with a Flamenco technique – that’s right, not a plectrum to be seen! This brings a unique feel to the tunes, particularly those of Django Reinhardt, Charlie Parker and Thelonious Monk. In 2014, Matt Watson of Oxford based Cuban big-band Ran Kan Kan joined them on double bass and vocals, enhancing the Latin feel and leaving lots of room for improvisation and up-beat danceable rhythms.
Dirty blues and funky soul. The Diva and her Dukes entertain you with their creative shenanigans!!! Pauline Daw & Edd Woolnough- Powerhouse Vocalists Steve Rossant- Guitar Nick Brown - Guitar Gazza Daw - Bass Andy Younger – Drums
TBC
The Sunset Cafe was a top night-spot on Chicago’s infamous South Side. Al Capone owned it, Louis Armstrong starred there. The Sunset Cafe Stompers do play the music of that period... great tunes from Scott Joplin, Irving Berlin, Jelly Roll Morton, Duke Ellington, Fats Waller... but the band’s wide repertoire also features songs made famous by artists as diverse as Patsy Cline, Marilyn Monroe, the Inkspots, Fats Domino... even Elvis. Beneath it all, one can sense the elusive, shifting, pulse which defines the sound of New Orleans. In that city, ever since the 1900s, bands have been hired to attract a crowd, or to add spirit and generate excitement for all kinds of occasion. Throughout the last twenty years we have followed in that tradition: playing jazz clubs, concerts for churches, arts centres, village dances, weddings, festivals, funerals, garden parties... from our Dorset/Somerset base, down to Cornwall and up to Cumbria
The lead singer with popular local band, Look Around Corners, this afternoon we have the delightful voice of Alex Green singing some beautiful acoustic songs.
The Fat Marrow Band play jazzy rhythm and blues with a feel good factor. Experienced and reliable they find inspiration in traditional blues music and update and embellish it with brass, harmonica and sparkling guitar to create a fantastic sound. Influences such as Stevie Ray Vaughan, BB King, John Mayall and Robert Cray are all used, and, having played together for some time, the music is tight and polished.
Ska, Reggae including the South Somerset Brass Bevvy
Jake Watson is the wild banjo thumping, guitar picking, cider swigging frontman of travelling band The Swamp Stomp String Band. His songs pull you between foot stomping blues, to jigs and reels, shantys and swinging country ditties, singing songs of sinking ships, dingy honky tonks and folks he's encountered through his travels. Alongside his constant tour schedule with The Swamp Stomp String Band, he now embarks on a solo venture around his favourite festivals, bar rooms and breweries.
Andy’s one man band act is a unique blend of soulful blues music with raucous boogie, comedy, cabaret and rock and roll. The result is an exciting and entertaining show packed with heart and humour. Andy has found a place as one of the most original emerging acts on the circuit today. His distinct style has been heard and seen at Glastonbury Festival, on BBC Radio 2 and Channel 4. Andy first took to the stage aged 12 in pubs and clubs, with his guitar, voice and harmonica, often jamming with local musicians including Rory Graham (aka Rag and Bone Man). Before hitting 18, he had gigged as a solo act in top London venues including The Jazz Café and 100 Club. Driven to create a distinctive and exciting act, Andy learnt to play foot operated drums, giving his songs a beat to get people on their feet. Drawing on influences as diverse as Muddy Waters, Monty Python and the White Stripes he developed a one man band show. In recent years Andy has brought this show to Spain, the Netherlands and France,
The Rolling Drunks Blues band were formed over a bottle of Jack Daniels, in 1986, and throughout the tail end of the eighties would play around 180 Gigs a year, Delivering their lively Blues show to anyone who would take them. Despite all of the festival fun sweaty boozers and fun supports, Our crowning glory was having our hero Steve Marriott, shows up at the front of the stage with a tray of beer for the band, what a Gent, After drifting apart in the nineties , The Rolling Drunks Have Re grouped, and are back with their Special blend of Lively home grown songs and classic Blues covers, grab a beer and and bring your dancing shoes. The Rolling Drunks are Carl Wilson Harmonica, Simon Lyne Drums, Chris Tetley Keys, Tim Ashton Bass, Simon Clay Guitar vocals
It’s for fun, not Crufts! The categories are: Waggiest tail, Awesome eyes, Best paw shaker, Smiliest Dog, The dog who looks most like its owner. And from the winner of these classes, Ropemakers Top Dog 2025. Sign in from 3:00pm on the day and the competition begins at 4:00pm, £5 per dog for as many classes as you like. All proceeds will go to Parkinson's UK
An immensley talented acoustic / folk based duo based in Somerset who perform gritty original folk music to make you laugh, think twice, dance and cry. They also perform some traditional classics but expect contemporary Irish, Gypsy, shanty and more… THese guys will blow our mind!
