We extend a big welcome to all musicians, poets, comedians, storytellers and any other performers to come down and show your talents in the Ropemakers Open Mic Night. Hosted by the talented Chris Deacon
funky rocking blues with Rob Koral-guitar, Anth Caplen-bass, Ady Milward-drums ... rootsy original songs, strong catchy riffs 'n grooves, plus a few cool covers.
Closed for a private party
Craig Sutton, aka “The Flamenco Thief”, is an English instrumentalist who blends fingerstyle and percussive guitar techniques to produce a classic-contemporary Mediterranean sound with lashings of South-American substance. His music incorporates Spanish acoustic, Latin, rumba, and bosa nova with hip-hop and electronica. With a career spanning 14 years, 4 albums, and numerous tours in Europe, Asia, and South America, he has established himself as a respected artist within the independent music scene. His music features a unique hybrid palette of classic instrumental sounds and digital elements that appeal to diverse cultures. Craig’s philosophy of experimenting and trying new things is evident in his album’s progressive journey, from showcasing his raw musicianship to featuring full instrumental sections. He has toured extensively throughout his career, performing in notable locations such as Berlin, Munich, Prague, Sofia, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Buenos Aires, Montevideo, Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. He has played at major events and festivals, including Glastonbury and Fusion Festival. Craig’s touring experience has allowed him to showcase his sound to audiences from different cultures and backgrounds worldwide, creating a diverse fan base.
This month we welcome six more excellent cheese together with crackers and accompaniments. There will be three sittings, one at 7:30 pm, one at 8:00 pm and one at 8:30 pm. The cost for this event is £8.50 per head and there will be a selections of paired drinks chosen by Palmers Wine Store available for purchase. Booking for this event is essential.
Bridport based Rocksteady band with a little Latin infusion. 7 piece band guaranteed to get you moving!
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.
For over 30 years, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns’s allegorical folk-pop has offered a form of literate escapism for her worldwide fanbase. “I feel driven to create songs that people can disappear into. I want to pluck them away from reality so that they can lose themselves for a few minutes,” says the Guernsey-based artist. In turn, her singular musicality has taken Maryen on a fantastical journey of a music career. This has included releasing 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; a long professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; and many other adventures. Today, the restless creative shows no signs of slowing down. She will be issuing a newly-recorded series of live albums that reimagine her classic recordings, beginning with One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1 which will be Maryen’s first vinyl release. Maryen is a solo artist, a multi-instrumentalist, a producer, and a storytelling songwriter with a flair for compelling narrative arcs, character development, and transporting imagery. Her work is both delicate and powerful, featuring her folksy guitar accompaniment, her crystalline piano playing, and her stunning vocals replete with a unique intonation and invigorating register swings.
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 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.
The Surfin’ Birds are a psychedelic rock and roll surf band led by the Sharod brothers from the South Coast of England. A core fixture of the southern music scene for 10 years, the group almost disbanded due to a serious health scare. But in the bubble of lockdown the brothers, Liam and Paul reunited as a duo and returned to their garage band roots where together they created a multitude of new music. Now the birds are back, stronger than ever with electrifying newcomer, bassist Bobbie Sparks
Rosie Eade "Folk Pixie" and Jon Maybey have long been crossing paths on the south-west music scene. As multi-instrumentalists and songwriters, they now combine their love of folk and world music, with a splash of pop/rock, around a mix of traditional and original songs, tunes and improvisation. Rosie on vocals (likened to the voices of Sandy Denny, Maddy Prior and Grace Slick), acoustic guitar, saxophone and penny whistle. Jon on mandolin, electric guitar, stomp box and loop station
Trailblazing urban folk music from Barcelona! A Musical Culture Clash, Breaking Boundaries of Genre with the Urban Folk Sounds of Foot Stompin' Sing Along Tunes, Fiery Percussion, Tap Dance Beats & a bundle of Positive Vibes! Founded on the backstreets of Barcelona and influenced by old school folk & hip hop sounds, alternative rock, experimental and dance music, the band's life began with an exploratory period of intensive recording where they released three albums over two and a half years. Some songs went on to be featured on Spanish & UK radio. In September 2021 the duo purchased an old motorhome and sought to put the pandemic behind them by hitting the road to do what they love the most. Since then they have played countless shows here, there & everywhere including the Isle of Wight & Glastonbury festivals. Now based in Plymouth (South West England) they've got several projects currently on the go including the evolving percussive 'Urban Folk' sounds of their unique live show, a musical graphic novel and new material being recorded - as ever the band cease to remain static and continue to look for new innovative ways forward with their music.
Innovative roots rock and skiffle music drawing on traditional blues, jazz and folk influences and with frequent forays into gypsy-tinged psychedelia. Breathtakingly powerful vocals, raw delta blues styled guitar and an almost tribal foot-stomping beat combine with a potent cocktail of saxophone, violin and harmonica to create a special atmosphere. Songs are distinctive and original relating to subjects such as slavery, losing one’s religion, death, cowboys and father-in-laws going to hell.
Seamus Mckenna is a UK based Multi-instrumentalist and DIY Folk Musician based in Frodsham, NW, UK. Inspired by the powerful and ancient music of old, that stems from the land of England, Ireland and Scotland, Seamus will frequently be found performing these songs and sampling the Guinness in Pubs across the UK and Ireland , usually with a Banjo, Bouzouki, Whistle and Guitar. Seamus has a passion for the Folk music of this land and feels a personal responsibility to help contribute towards its endurance through to his generation and the next. "Man on the Moon" was released 2022 as a single, the first since 2017's release of his first Album "Take Me To The Mountains" which featured on BBC Radio 6 Music. 2023 saw the release of his Self -Made EP - "Songs of the Isles", containing classic tracks such as "High Germany" and "The Limerick Rake", along with an original track "Working For The King" - A tale of woe from a disgruntled crown servant... Séamus new adventures have taken him to mystic and beautiful county of Cornwall where he is currently establishing himself as a professional musician.
