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SUMMARY:Music: Jon Wilks
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed singer\, guitarist and storyteller Jon Wilks is known for his work at the intersection of traditional folk and contemporary narrative songwriting. Recognised with a double-page feature in global Guitarist magazine\, Jon is a guitarist of exceptional calibre. Jon’s most recent solo release was named Folk Album of the Month in The Guardian and his stand-out talent has been applauded by other publications such as Uncut Magazine and Klofmag. Having spent recent years delving deep into traditional ballads and broadsides\, his latest album\, Could You Be the One?\, marks a return to original material — songs that reflect on time\, memory and belonging. Live shows will also draw from Jon’s rich back catalogue of traditional material\, reworked through the lens of the full band. \nJon is joined by a group of close musical allies; Jon Nice on keyboards\, electric guitars and backing vocals — a trusted musical companion since they met in Japan in 2007. On bass is Rich Davies\, one of Jon’s oldest friends; they first played together as teenagers in the Midlands and are reuniting musically for the first time since 2003. On drums is Laurence Hunt\, known for his work with the Wayward Band and Hack Poets Guild. He and Jon first crossed paths in the Jim Moray Band in 2023. \n\nRecent Press for Jon and his music: \n‘Jon’s a badman fingerpicking guitarist and leading exponent of the songs of Old Albion’. Carl Barat\, The Libertines \n‘Wilks proves once again what a stand-out talent he really is. There is an honesty and compassion in Wilks’ writing and performance\, which is entirely charming’. Klofmag \n‘A scholar’s ear for vernacular and a dashing sense of verve on fingerpicked guitar’. Uncut Magazine \n‘Sublime songwriting. Wilks is a rather special performer.’ Folk Radio \n  \nNeedless Alley | Jon Wilks \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-jon-wilks/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,contempory folk,Folk Music,Live music
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SUMMARY:Music: Annie Keating Band
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to welcome the Annie Keating Band back to Bristol this Autumn with support artist\, Seamus Foley. \nFrom Brooklyn\, New York\, Annie Keating sings about heartbreak being the price of hope and all of it being worth the cost … the epitome of all things ‘Americana’. \nHave a listen here
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-annie-keating-band-2/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:alt-country,alt-rock,American roots,Americana,blues,Live music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251009T223000
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SUMMARY:Music: Angel Snow with Joe Wilkins
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to announce the return of singer-songwriter Angel Snow to The Hen & Chicken for an intimate show upstairs in the Studio. \nAngel will be performing as a duo with Joe Wilkins. \n“Snow’s purring\, trance-influenced vocals ground even the most mystical of these songs\, and her wonderfully descriptive lyrics balance the spiritual and mundane concepts with a steady hand.” – American Songwriter  \nListen here
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-angel-snow-with-joe-wilkins/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Acoustic music,Alt-Folk,alt-pop,Country,Folk Music,Live music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251009T223000
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Dom Franks' StrayHorn
DESCRIPTION:Dom Franks – saxophones\, Matt Hopkins – guitar\, Anders Olinder – organ\, Andy Tween – drums \nEstablished in 2010 as a vehicle for the accessible\, groove driven compositions of saxophonist Dom Franks\, StrayHorn Quartet come to the club fresh from a UK tour and on the back of a glowing 4* Jazzwise review of their current album ‘Duality Pt. 1’. Combining lyrical themes with Brazilian and African influences and adventurous swinging improvisations\, StrayHorn Quartet features Stroud based guitar firebrand Matt Hopkins (Hopkins-Hammond Trio)\, in-demand organist Anders Olinder and former Pee Wee Elllis/Ian Ballamy drummer Andy Tween. Dom Franks is a former winner of the Daily Telegraph Jazz Award\, and now combines a busy career as a performer and composer with work in music education. \n\n“Franks’ influences are broad…from the gospel-like ‘Home Fries’ to the dreamy\, soaring ‘Ellipsis’ to a cheery New York swagger. The StrayHorn band sounds settled and cohesive… Duality Pt. 1 is an accomplished and highly accessible release that effectively whets our appetite for part two.” – Jazzwise Magazine **** \n“Local sax hero Franks is a Cheltenham based musician with a national reputation and has been featured on national radio and in the national jazz press. Fluent\, authoritative tenor sax soloing and lyrical soprano playing”. – The Jazzmann.com \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-dom-franks-strayhorn/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251016T223000
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Benn Clatworthy Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Benn Clatworthy – tenor sax\, Jim Blomfield – piano\, Riaan Vosloo – bass\, Andy Hague – drums \nBenn Clatworthy is a truly impressive modern jazz tenor saxophonist who was rated by the late Ronnie Scott as one of the best UK players that he had heard. Although born in London Benn has been resident in California since 1980\, but returns to perform in the UK on a regular basis – however due to the pandemic this is his first visit to us since 2019. \nIn the late 80s Benn was recommended to Discovery Records by Horace Silver\, resulting in his first album “Thanks Horace.” Since then he has gone on to establish himself as a musician of impressive pedigree and talent\, working with the likes of The Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra\, Billy Higgins\, Cab Calloway\, Cedar Walton\, Bobby Shew and Cyndi Lauper. \nOver the past few years Benn has been leading a sextet called System 6\, which includes trumpet legend Ron Stout – last year the band released their third album Indispensable which you can listen to here Youtube Playlist \nOn his last visit Benn performed as a quintet\, to keep things fresh tonight\, he appears with a quartet with Andy Hague switching from trumpet to drums\, the mighty Jim Blomfield on piano and Riaan Vosloo – bass. \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-benn-clatworthy-quartet/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251017T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251017T233000
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SUMMARY:Music: MARGINAL GAINS - 90s and 00s band night
DESCRIPTION:Turbocharge your weekend with a night of 90s and 00s grunge and britpop BANGERS \nMarginal Gains are BACK playing a selection of 90s and early 00s rock and indie including Ash\, Arctic Monkey’s\, Blur\, Green Day\, Nirvana\, Oasis\, Pulp\, Rage Against the Machine\, Radiohead Red Hot Chilli Peppers\, The Killers\, and many more
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-marginal-gains-90s-and-00s-band-night/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:00s,90s,Band,Brit pop,brit rock,grunge,indi-rock,indie,Live music,pop-rock,rock 'n' roll
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251020T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251020T230000
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SUMMARY:Music: Lilly Hiatt
DESCRIPTION:The search for answers—where she’s been\, who she’s become\, what it all means—lies at the heart of Hiatt’s striking new album\, Forever. Written and recorded in Hiatt’s new home just outside Nashville\, the collection grapples with growth and change\, escape and anxiety\, self-loathing and self-love. \nThe songs are intensely vulnerable here\, full of diaristic snapshots and deeply personal ruminations\, but they’re also broad invitations to find yourself in Hiatt’s unflinching emotional excavations\, to see your own humanity reflected back in her pursuit of something larger than herself. Hiatt cut the album with her husband\, Coley Hinson\, who produced and played most of the instruments on the record\, and the result is a raw\, unvarnished work of love and trust that walks the line between alt-rock muscle and singer/songwriter sensitivity\, a bold\, guitar-driven\, at times psychedelic exploration of maturity and adulthood from an artist who wants you to know you’re not alone\, no matter how lost you may feel. \n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-lilly-hiatt/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:alt-country,alt-rock,American roots,Americana,Country,indi-rock,Live music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T170000
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Nick Malcolm and Martin Kolarides Quartetand Martin Kolarides
DESCRIPTION:Nick Malcolm – trumpet\, Martin Kolarides – guitar\, Greg Cordez – bass\, Mark Whitlam – drums \nTrumpeter Nick Malcolm should be well known to Bristol audiences and has a growing national reputation. A fearless and inventive soloist\, he moves effortlessly between completely free improvisation and blistering hard-bop. He is known for his work with Out Front\, Dee Byrne’s Outlines\, Rebecca Nash and has recently ended a long tenure with the Jazz Defenders. \nGuitarist Martin Kolarides is yet another fine musician who has been drawn from London into the mysterious jazz vortex of Frome in Somerset. A graduate of London’s Trinity College of Music\, Martin has established himself as one of the most creative\, versatile and hard working musicians in the UK. Equally at home playing rock\, blues\, swing and jazz\, Martin has worked with many outstanding musicians who have inspired his love of many styles including jazz\, folk\, Americana\, experimental pop and electronica to name just a few. In addition to writing for and directing his own groups\, Martin is a seasoned session player with numerous jazz and pop credits to his name… recent notable artists have included mainstream TV appearances with US singer-songwriter Valerie June as well as being the touring guitarist for another US act\, chart topping jazz/R&B singer Lizz Wright. Martin has also recorded two top 20 albums and performs internationally with English close harmony vocal trio The Puppini Sisters. He has also recently completed a European tour with US singer and Snarky Puppy guest vocalist Shayna Steele\, and is one of the founding members of electronic neo-soul outfit HUGH. Martin also produces music under the guise of ‘Sinking Monolith’ and has numerous writing and remix credits to his name. \nIt’s great to welcome back bassist Greg Cordez to the live scene. Having recorded three albums as band leader and composer\, two of which were recorded in the USA with top-flight American players\, Greg has rather retreated in to academia since Covid\, concentrating on his teaching job at BIMM music college – but now he’s back and ready for a new chapter. \nDrummer Mark Whitlam also tutors at BIMM and is currently working on his PhD. One of Bristol’s busiest musicians\, Mark has worked with major jazz names such as Andy Sheppard\, Iain Ballamy and Jason Rebello.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-jerry-crozier-cole-and-martin-kolarides/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T230000
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SUMMARY:Music: Never The Bride
DESCRIPTION:At the heart of Never The Bride are two trailblazing women: powerhouse vocalist Nikki Lamborn — hailed by Roger Daltrey as “the best female rock voice since Janis Joplin” — and Catherine “Been” Feeney\, the band’s primary composer\, keyboardist\, and occasional guitarist. Together\, they craft music with grit\, grace\, and passion\, supported by a world-class lineup of musicians. \nTheir career reads like a rock and roll hall of fame — sharing stages with legends such as The Who\, Robert Plant\, Elton John\, Paul Rodgers\, Eric Clapton\, and Beth Hart. Their unforgettable rendition of Going to California on Encomium: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin earned them a gold disc\, further cementing their place in music history. \nBBC’s Bob Harris\, a long-time supporter\, introduced their live album Long Live Live with these words: “I was absolutely struck by their brilliant musicianship\, their passion\, their commitment — they really\, mean it. They are one of the best live bands in Britain today. \nListen here
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-never-the-bride/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:alt-rock,Blues rock,Live music,Rock,rock 'n' roll
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251030T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251030T223000
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Andy Hague's Sixty-tet
DESCRIPTION:Andy Hague – trumpet\, Luke Annesley – alto sax\,  Ben Waghorn – tenor sax\, Jim Blomfield – piano\, Riaan Vosloo – bass\, Ryan Thrupp – drums – plus possibly a guest or two! \nThe big day has arrived for trumpeter Andy Hague\, who presents an all-star sextet to mark the occasion. Andy has accumulated a substantial library of sextet arrangements over the years and the repertoire will be a mixture of standards\, Blue Note classics and perhaps a couple of originals with the emphasis on having some fun.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-andy-hagues-sixty-tet/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251031T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251031T230000
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SUMMARY:Music: Rod Picott THE FINAL TOUR
DESCRIPTION:US singer-songwriter Rod Picott is bringing down the curtain on the Circus of Misery & Heartbreak – he brings it down with the release of his album\, Starlight Tour – the album is packed with raw themes and totally absorbing in its immersive Americana noir. It is being critically acclaimed as his finest body of work.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-rod-picott-the-final-tour/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:alt-country,American roots,Americana,Country,Folk Music,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T223000
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Eddie Gripper & Alex Clarke Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Alex Clarke – saxes\, Eddie Gripper – piano\, Nick Kacal – bass\, Ronan Ristord – drums \nFollowing on from their spring tour in 2024 the quartet reunites for a swift\, heavy hitting UK tour of hard-bop and feel good swing. \nAs a finalist in the BBC Young Jazz Musician of the Year 2020\, winner of the Rising Star category in the 2019 British Jazz Awards and nominee in the Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2021 & 2022\, Alex Clarke is known to be one of the most in-demand and versatile saxophonists to have emerged on the British jazz scene. Praised for her intelligent ear for harmony and a deep knowledge of repertoire across a variety of styles\, Alex’s sound is steeped in the tradition of swing and bebop\, “leaving the listener captivated by every phrase and nuance” (Jazz Views). \nHaving “already garnered comparisons with the greats” (Jazzwise) after the release of his debut album ‘Home’\, Eddie Gripper has been rapidly establishing himself as another young contender on the national jazz circuit. He has worked as a performer\, promoter and producer alongside top musicians in his field\, including Huw Warren\, Iain Ballamy\, Laura Jurd\, Alex Merritt and Yuri Golubev. As a composer\, he has collaborated with Welsh folk artist Angharad Jenkins in a handful of projects\, exploring the various aspects of folk\, jazz and contemporary classical traditions. \nNick Kacal is a bassist originally from Trinidad who has lived in London and Manchester but is now residing in South Wales. After studying with Tony Hougham\, the principle bass of the Covent Garden Opera\, he moved to London and has played as a sideman on the scene playing predominantly jazz and acoustic folk\, occasionally touring to places such as Cape Verde\, France and Spain. He formed his own group\, Guerillasound\, releasing a CD in 2008 and touring successfully in Japan. \nRonan Ristord joins the band as special guest drummer for some of the tour dates. Ronan is a rising star of the Paris jazz scene\, having studied at the famous Berklee College in Boston\, USA.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-eddie-gripper-alex-clarke-quartet/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251113T223000
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Rob Brian Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Rob Brian – drums\, Mat Sibley – tenor sax\, John-Paul Gard – piano\, Paul Jefferies – bass \nThe Robert Brian Quartet delivers an eclectic and electrifying mix of jazz styles—from classic swing to latin grooves\, funk\, drum & bass\, and everything in between. With a dynamic blend of tradition and innovation\, the quartet puts a fresh rhythmic spin on jazz standards\, captivating audiences with their energy and musicality.\nLed by Grammy-winning drummer Robert Brian\, whose diverse career includes collaborations across a wide range of genres\, the quartet marks Rob’s return to his first musical passion – jazz. Known for his masterful technique and inventive rhythms\, Rob brings a unique voice to the jazz drum kit\, guiding the ensemble through both tight arrangements and open improvisation. \nRob has assembled a group of highly experienced players. \nIt’s great to see Mat Sibley back at the club on sax after many years. Mat is a powerful player influenced by Bob Berg and Michael Brecker who has played with Scissor Sisters\, Super Furry Animals\, Gomez\, Tony Christie\, Martha Reeves and Joe Longthorne amongst others and has appeared on numerous TV and radio shows worldwide. For the past few years he has been touring theatres with one of the UK’s best Motown shows\, How Sweet It Is. \nJohn-Paul Gard is usually seen at the club playing organ\, but tonight sticks to piano with bass provided by Paul Jefferies. Paul may be a new face to our audience but is well known for organising many jazz events across Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-rob-brian-quartet/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251114T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251114T220000
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SUMMARY:Music: Triple Scoop Big Band at The Chicken Shed
DESCRIPTION:Triple Scoop: a Jazz\, Funk & Soul 12-Piece Big Band playing a double set in the Chicken Shed at the Hen & Chicken in Bedminster\, Bristol! \nWe’ve got saxes\, trumpets\, trombones\, guitar\, bass\, keys\, drums – everything you could want from a jazz band! \nTriple Scoop’s fun and jazzy vibe covers a large selection of music\, from traditional swing to funk\, meaningful melodies to jazzed-up versions of children’s TV themes and 80s crowd pleasers. There’s something for everyone to enjoy at our shows. We have a big sound and thrive outside where the crowd can move and dance\, finding positivity and connection in our modern take on a classic sound that’s filled with history.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-triple-scoop-big-band-at-the-chicken-shed/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:90s,Funk,Jazz,Live music,soul
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251116T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251116T223000
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CREATED:20250806T111820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T123812Z
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SUMMARY:Music: Julie July Band Acoustic
DESCRIPTION:Four members of the touring Folk Rock Band performing original music inspired by the folk\, rock and blues movement of the 60s & 70s but with a contemporary 21st Century twist.  With over a decade of gigging and recording experience\, they make their debut performance at the Hen and Chicken Bristol – celebrating a new album\, ‘Flight of Fancy’\, together with songs from their critically acclaimed albums ‘Lady of the First Light’ and ‘Wonderland’ plus a selection of Sandy Denny favourites.\nThe line-up features musicians with strong Folk-Rock roots including Dik Cadbury\, who played with Decameron and Steve Hackett\, on bass\, acoustic guitar and vocals.   Julie July brings powerful\, emotional and crystal-clear lead vocals with a voice that really echoes the late Sandy Denny.  Australian born Caley Groves brings fairy dust and magic to the mix with his acoustic guitar and offers a Latin\, gypsy-jazz twist to the band’s live performances.  Last\, but not least\, one of the band’s songwriters\, Carol Lee Sampson\, contributes soulful and heartfelt performances on keyboards and vocals. \n\nGIG REVIEWS:\n“Fabulous show last night. I’d only previously seen the trio at Bromyard in Dec 2019 so it was a treat to hear songs from the new albums. I hope I can make it to Pershore next month”. (Jim)\n“Really enjoyable evening\, Band were on great form and the songs were as wonderful as ever” (Stephen)\n“Absolutely fantastic night guys\, though my wife\, did have a few tears when you sand wonderfully ‘Who Knows Where the Time Goes”…as the song means so much to her” (Rob)\n“Another great evening of top-class musicians playing excellent songs. The Julie July Band really are on of the best folk-rock bands around.” (Stephen)\n“Absolutely loved it and thank you! You we’re fabulous!” (Jon)\n“Another great concert at Ludlow. A masterclass of beautiful music played by musicians at the top of their game. If you get a chance to see them don’t miss it” (Stephen)\n“Really enjoyed the gig. You’ve a great sound\, super mix of songs and really accomplished musicianship.” (Alastair)\n“Great show..2 amazing guitarists! Really great sound!” (Pete)\n“Love the band tonight. Top quality musicians & a West End London level of performance from the lead vocalist”\n“It was a great night.. you certainly lived up to expectations!” (Stephen) \n“Love the band tonight! Tip top quality musicians and West End London level of performance from the lead vocalist.” (Rose – Hampton Hub Club) \n“Just got home from after a wonderful gig from the JJB. This was something like the 5th time we’ve seen them and both Lisa and I thought they were outstanding tonight” (Julian) \n“I loved every minute\, thank you for all a great evening of live music”. (Clive Payne Black Country Radio) \n“What a great show…and loving the new album.” (Peter)
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-julie-july-band-acoustic-2/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Band,Blues rock,Folk Music,Live music,pop-folk,pop-rock,Rock
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251119T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251119T223000
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SUMMARY:Music: Holly Carter Album Release Show
DESCRIPTION:Holly Carter – ‘Leave Your Mark’ – Official Album Release Show – Bristol\nHolly Carter is an award-winning songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Bristol\, UK. Two-time recipient of ‘Instrumentalist of the Year’ at the Americana UK awards (2023 & 2024) she is widely recognised as an exceptional fingerstyle guitarist and one of the UK’s only professional female pedal steel players. \nDrawing deeply from the well of the folk tradition\, she harnesses an approach to song as a powerful tool for education and the preservation of legacy. Along with a showstopping approach to guitar that follows hot on the heels of the likes of Chet Atkins and John Fahey\, her music weaves joyously catchy melodies with thought-provoking lyrics that pay homage to a diverse collection of musical and personal heroes. \nHer upcoming release ‘Leave Your Mark’ centres around a celebration and exploration of the ways we can leave our mark on the world after we’ve gone. Blending timeless storytelling with a distinct modern voice\, the album showcases an impactful collection of songs that presents a truly original take on the landscape of folk and Americana. Recorded live and directly to tape at Middle Farm Studios in Devon – and accompanied by lino printed artwork designed and hand cut by Holly – it endeavours to capture a moment in time\, in its most raw and honest state. \nFor this official album launch show\, Holly will be joined by her band\, featuring Joe Wilkins on guitar\, John `Parker on Double Bass & Matt Stockham Brown on drums. \nListen here
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-holly-carter-leave-your-mark-album-release-show/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Americana,Folk,Folk Music,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251120T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251120T223000
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CREATED:20251006T114952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T114952Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Howl Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Dan Smith – alto sax\, Harry Brunt – tenor sax\, Pete Komor – bass\, Matt Parkinson – drums \nWe’re excited to present this fantastic London based group as part of an extensive tour to promote their third album release Night Song. Their tour takes in dates in Germany\, Netherlands and Ireland alongside prestigious UK bookings at venues such as Pizza Express Soho and Peggy’s Skylight. \n“Often Beguiling… an assured statement of identity from a band that has very much found its feet… it is very good” – Jazzwise. \nThis co-led acoustic quartet emerged in 2017 through a passion for developing a collective sound. Inspired by artists such as Endangered Blood\, The Bad Plus and Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band\, there is an innate freedom and creative intensity to their music. \nHaving performed at the EFG London Jazz Festival and Vortex Jazz Club\, Howl Quartet’s debut album Life As We See It was released in early 2021 with the support of the Help Musicians ‘Do It  Differently’ fund. Their second album\, Airglow\, is a refined statement by the band and was released on the 14th July 2023 to critical acclaim. Following their sold out album launch gig at Pizza Express Jazz Club\, Soho\, their 7 date UK tour culminated in a headline show at The Elgar Room\, Royal Albert Hall as part of EFG London Jazz Festival 2023. Howl Quartet are the grateful recipients of a Developmental Award through the Peter Whittingham Jazz Awards to support the 2025 release of their third album Night Song. \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-howl-quartet/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251121T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251121T220000
DTSTAMP:20260624T145859
CREATED:20250912T121109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T113331Z
UID:29244-1763755200-1763762400@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Music: POSTPONED Harri Mason in Concert
DESCRIPTION:After taking time out to start a family in 2024 Bristol born Harri Mason is back with a bang and she\, with her band\, will be appearing in the Studio at the Hen and Chicken. \nBlending the heartland grit of Bruce Springsteen with the melodic charm of Fleetwood Mac\, Harri Mason and her band deliver powerful\, emotional songs with a high-energy live show that leaves a lasting impact. Harri has curated a niche within Soft Rock and Folk that speaks to various audiences. She has been releasing new music this year which has been well received and has been played on various radio stations including BBC Bristol and Amazing Radio. \nHer dynamic performances along with her inspired songs never fail to please. She will be playing some of the new tracks from her latest album ‘Reality of Expectations’. Find out more at www.harrimason.com \nHarri’s special guest is Jo Burgess. Jo captures a heartfelt blend of folk rock and indie pop. A true storyteller at heart\, she creates songs full of raw emotion\, shimmering melodies\, and lyrical honesty—drawing inspiration from a life lived close to the land and music. \nHer 2024 album A Familiar Pain builds on the success of previous singles\, exploring themes of love\, memory\, and personal reckoning that showcase her continued evolution as a bold and honest artist. With a sound inspired by the likes of Joni Mitchell\, Brandi Carlile and The Staves\, Jo has carved out a space where poetic lyrics meet anthemic\, emotional songwriting. \n“Poignant and timeless songwriting.” — AFX Radio \nEntry requirements: 18+
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-harri-mason-in-concert/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,alt-rock,Folk,Folk Music,indi-rock,Live music,soft rock
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251123T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251123T203000
DTSTAMP:20260624T145859
CREATED:20250910T121129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T115043Z
UID:29223-1763920800-1763929800@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Music Sarah Larkham / El Hall 'Head to Head' songwriters in the round
DESCRIPTION:The acclaimed folk-rock songwriters from Bristol play their solo songs\, ‘in the round’ as part of the launch of their joint lyric/photo book.\nMarried songwriters El Hall and Sarah Larkham are known for their onstage act together\, sometimes apart\, but for the first time they will both be bringing their solo songs to the stage on the same night. \nIn an ‘in the round’ style format\, folk songwriters Hall and Larkham will each play their own critically acclaimed songs\, telling the stories behind them\, discussing the songs with each other and opening the floor to questions and comments\, in an interactive\, live ‘podcast style’ event. \nThis will also be the launch night of their limited edition full colour lyric / photo booklet\, available at a special launch price. And\, as it is Sarah’s birthday\, the ticket price includes free cake. \nTHE SONGWRITERS: \nSARAH LARKHAM \nvocal coach\, writer and mental health music workshop leader\, Sarah is a fan of older music\, songs with stories\, atmosphere\, the sound of rain and birds\, church bells\, black and white movies\, books\, red wine and candle flame. She has been writing songs since the age of 11 when she found a plastic guitar in a skip. Her songs are honest\, open\, personal and raw. She brings her heart-on-her-sleeve truths and her shaped-by-life voice to the stage with warmth and personality. \nYOUTUBE – @sarahlarkhamofficial  \nEL HALL \nSpanish guitar enthusiast\, travel guru\, foodie\, lover of rock\, Lorca\, TS Eliot\, the darker side of art\, rivers and mountains and wild swimming\, El Hall has been lauded by the NME for his ‘authentic\, awe-inspiring’ songs and gravely voice. One of the best unsigned songwriters of our generation\, he deserves a wide audience of true folk and rock followers. The NME said he is ‘what this country needs to reignite a spark for credible songwriting.’ El Hall also founded mental health music charity Mind Your Music (patron Sir Mark Rylance) in 2003 and won Bristol Songwriter of the Year in 2012. \nYoutube: @elhallmusic \nticket prices: from Sep 3 EARLYBIRD £9 / from October 23rd £11 / £9 concessions / on the door £14 / £11 concessions
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-sarah-larkham-el-hall-head-to-head-songwriters-in-the-round/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Acoustic music,alt-country,Alt-Folk,Americana,contempory folk,Folk,Folk Music,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251127T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251127T223000
DTSTAMP:20260624T145859
CREATED:20251006T120021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T120021Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Yetii
DESCRIPTION:Alex Veitch – piano\, Ashley John Long – bass\, Alex Goodyear – drums \nYetii return to the club to celebrate the release of their second album Inner Worlds. \nInner Worlds is about what goes on beneath the surface. Each composition immerses the listener in a different experience or state of mind. Singing melodies open and shift to reveal their inner workings. Solos morph into group improvisations: a shared single voice that ebbs and flows between and within the band’s original compositions. The album is a distillation and documentation of the sound we have formed over time at our monthly residency in Bristol over the last 7 years. \n2025 has been a big year in the world of Yetii. They played their concert hall debut to a sold out 400-strong crowd at St. George’s in Bristol\, supported The Bad Plus on their recent UK tour\, and have sold out each of their monthly gigs at The Greenbank in Bristol\, including collaborations with Parliamentary Award winner Arun Ghosh\, Get the Blessing’s Jake McMurchie\, and most recently Edition’s Ant Law. \n“all played with great beauty and sensitivity… a standing ovation greeted the end of their set ” Jazzwise\n“A performance that enthralled and delighted the audience ★★★★★” The Jazz Mann\n“Fluent and wildly inventive improvisers” UK Jazz News \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-yetii/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251128T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251128T223000
DTSTAMP:20260624T145859
CREATED:20251117T110541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T110541Z
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SUMMARY:Muisc: Marginal Gains 90s & 00s band night
DESCRIPTION:The band are back for another night of 90’s & 00’s nostalgia! \nTurbocharge your weekend with a night of 90s and 00s grunge and britpop BANGERS \nPlaying a selection of 90s and early 00s rock and indie including Ash\, Arctic Monkey’s\, Blur\, Green Day\, Nirvana\, Oasis\, Pulp\, Rage Against the Machine\, Radiohead Red Hot Chilli Peppers\, The Killers\, and many more \n  \nTickets are free!
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/muisc-marginal-gains-90s-00s-band-night/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:00s,90s,Brit pop,brit rock,grunge,indie,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T223000
DTSTAMP:20260624T145859
CREATED:20251106T111654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T111654Z
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SUMMARY:Live Jazz: Harry Dowell Quartet
DESCRIPTION:First time at the club for this fine band\, check out the video at the bottom for Harry playing Coltrane’s Giant Steps. \nHarry Dowell is an Exeter-based saxophonist\, multi-instrumentalist\, and composer. A graduate of the University of Bristol\, where he studied jazz flute and saxophone under Kevin Figes\, Harry draws influence from post-bop and contemporary jazz artists such as John Coltrane\, Chick Corea\, Pat Metheny and Kurt Rosenwinkel. His thoughtful yet complex improvising and rich\, warm tone have been heard across the country with artists such as Lack of Afro and Jonah Hitchens\, from Glastonbury Festival to the airwaves of BBC Radio. Harry is a mainstay on the Devon jazz scene\, and his own band was recently heard at Sidmouth Jazz and Blues Festival. \nBased in the south west\, Felix Yeats-Brown is a pianist\, physicist and composer living in Bristol. As an alumnus of youth groups such as NYJC and SYJO\, he has been involved with jazz from a young age\, and has had opportunities to play alongside experienced musicians such as Yazz Ahmed and Julián Argüelles. Felix and Harry are common collaborators – they performed together at Sidmouth Jazz Festival\, and the two recently finished recording the first EP for their joint project “Third Room”. \nJohn Donnelly is a Graduate of Leeds University with thirty years experience performing\, teaching and composing. He has worked as a session player all over the world and is now a regular on the UK jazz scene. Known for his solid time keeping and traditional approach John is often first call for visiting musicians looking for a pickup band in the South West. \nJames Fuke is an in-demand drummer on the Bristol scene. His jazz pedigree sees him playing with top Bristol sax player Craig Crofton.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/live-jazz-harry-dowell-quartet/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251211T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T223000
DTSTAMP:20260624T145859
CREATED:20251106T112204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T112204Z
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SUMMARY:Live Jazz: Jonathan Gee Trio SW
DESCRIPTION:We’re very excited to present pianist Jonathan Gee\, one of the UK’s finest players with an international reputation including many European tours and frequent trips to New York. He is perhaps best known to the Bristol audience for some of the most memorable nights at the legendary Albert Inn\, where he appeared many times with saxophonist Ed Jones and trumpeter Damon Brown. He visits as part of a short SW tour facilitated by Devon based bass player and sculptor Marcus Vergette. \nJonathan is one the most prolific and imaginative composer-pianists operating today\, with a succession of ever-enticing bands and projects with world class line-ups from Europe and the USA. Aside from his own bands with which he has recorded 8 albums\, he has also worked closely with Bobby Wellins\, Claire Martin and Tim Whitehead\, Pharoah Sanders\, Mark Murphy and Art Farmer. With Tony Kofi he co-founded the Monk Liberation Front\, whose legendary performances of the complete Thelonious Monk catalogue have led to award-winning recordings.  He has performed in groups comprised of leading musicians from France\, Finland and Italy\, and a fantastic trio emerging from the hothouse of the New York jazz scene featuring Joseph Lepore and Nasheet Waits which has packed out Dizzy’s at Lincoln Centre. \nMarcus Vergette\, musician\, bell-maker\, sculptor\, was born on the banks of the Mississippi river in Southern Illinois. He grew up in the UK. Much of his recent work involves making large bells (up to 3 metres high) in bronze\, – his Time and Tide Bells. These are hung in specific locations around the coast and rung by the action of the sea at high tide. The first was installed at Appledore\, Devon\, in 2009. Subsequent sites range from Trinity Buoy Wharf\, on the Thames\, to the Outer Hebrides. Marcus is an accomplished double bass player and composer\, and has played in projects led by UK jazz legend Mike Westbrook over the past two decades. \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/live-jazz-jonathan-gee-trio-sw/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251215T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251215T203000
DTSTAMP:20260624T145859
CREATED:20251008T090748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T091859Z
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SUMMARY:Theatre: All Wapped Up
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a festive treat! All Wrapped Up brings together exceptional performers of all ages for a dazzling collection of Christmas songs and seasonal showstoppers. \nThis sparkling family show is full of fun\, laughter\, and festive cheer — the perfect way to unwrap the joy of Christmas. Join us this Christmas for a holiday tradition not to be missed!
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/theatre-all-wapped-up/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Family,Festive,Live music,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251216T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260624T145859
CREATED:20251008T091823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T091823Z
UID:29436-1765909800-1765917000@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Theatre: All Wrapped Up
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a festive treat! All Wrapped Up brings together exceptional performers of all ages for a dazzling collection of Christmas songs and seasonal showstoppers. \nThis sparkling family show is full of fun\, laughter\, and festive cheer — the perfect way to unwrap the joy of Christmas. Join us this Christmas for a holiday tradition not to be missed!
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/theatre-all-wrapped-up/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Family,Festive,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251218T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251218T223000
DTSTAMP:20260624T145859
CREATED:20251106T112823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T112823Z
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SUMMARY:Live Jazz: The Text Messengers Play The Messengers
DESCRIPTION:Last year’s Christmas Special was such fun we thought we’d do it again\, but with a few differences – alto sax player Luke Annesley who performed last year is off with the John Wilson Orchestra\, providing an opportunity to invite the remarkable trombonist Raph Clarkson to step in. \nFor much of the 1970s and 80s Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers featured a trumpet\, alto sax and tenor sax front-line\, but prior to that in the mid to late 1960s the band included either Freddie Hubbard or Lee Morgan on trumpet\, Wayne Shorter on tenor sax and Curtis Fuller on trombone\, so this year we’re attempting to recreate the sound of the band from this period. \nTrumpeter Andy Hague has been presenting occasional sextet gigs under the Text Messengers name for a number of years\, but the nod to Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers has more been due to the three horns front line rather than the repertoire. However\, Andy has now amassed sufficient arrangements actually performed by the Jazz Messengers that the band can now present a full programme of Jazz Messengers classics\, covering several eras of Art Blakey’s legendary group with compositions by Benny Golson\, Bobby Timmons\, Wayne Shorter and Bobby Watson. \nTenor saxophonist Dan Newberry has become a favourite of Bristol audiences in recent years with his hard blowing yet melodic style. He is now living here having completed his Masters at the Royal Welsh College in Cardiff. Dan has recently been playing with epic funk band Hungry Hungry Hippos alongside trumpeter Gary Alesbrook and guitarist Alex Hutchings. \nTrombonist Raph Clarkson moved to Bristol a few years ago\, and has had a great impact on the city’s jazz scene\, working frequently in projects alongside bassist Riaan Vosloo. An acclaimed composer and arranger\, Raph has been an integral part of the UK jazz scene for two decades\, gaining recognition for adventurous album releases such as Soldiering On\, Resolute\, and This Is How We Grow. Clarkson’s writing for the exciting 15-piece orchestra Dissolute Society draws on many genres\, from jazz to progressive rock to classical music\, but is ultimately defined by the artist’s strength of character and imagination. \nPianist Jim Blomfield is of course one of the mainstays of Bristol’s jazz scene. He has backed countless big name guest soloists and released two albums of his own music which blend jazz with electronica and contemporary music influences. He is also well known as one of the UK’s finest salsa pianists and appears in many Latin ensembles\, including recently touring with Cuban band Asere. \nBassist Riaan Vosloo recently gained a doctorate\, and is well known as a performer\, composer\, producer and educator. He has composed music for TV and films and has production credits on albums by Jamie Cullum and Gregory Porter. He is currently course leader for the MA in Popular Music Practice at BIMM Bristol\, and has previously taught at Birmingham Conservatoire. \nDrummer Ryan Thrupp recently graduated with a First from the Royal Welsh College jazz degree course and besides his jazz activities plays with funky festival favourites Cut Capers and appeared on live BBC TV from Glastonbury 2023 with afro-beat balafon player N’famady Kouyaté. \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/live-jazz-the-text-messengers-play-the-messengers/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251219T210000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251219T233000
DTSTAMP:20260624T145859
CREATED:20250920T073415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T073415Z
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SUMMARY:Music: Gee Baby I Love You - A Winter Warmer.
DESCRIPTION:Bristol’s favourite Soul / Funk / R’n’B band – the full 8-piece line-up performing their repertoire of classics. \nDance your way into the Festive Season.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-gee-baby-i-love-you-a-winter-warmer/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Funk,Live music,R 'n' B,soul,Soul Nights
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260115T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260115T223000
DTSTAMP:20260624T145859
CREATED:20251202T140409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T140409Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Craig Crofton - The Music Of Wes Montgomery
DESCRIPTION:Craig Crofton – tenor sax\, Matt Hopkins – guitar\, Anders Olinder – organ\, Ian Matthews – drums \nThe renowned saxophonist Craig Crofton returns to the Be-Bop Club for an unforgettable night of music celebrating the life and work of the legendary jazz guitarist Wes Montgomery\, with Matt Hopkins in the hot-seat emulating the great man. \nCraig Crofton is an Anglo-American sax and flute player who has lived in the UK for over 20 years and has built up a great reputation for the power and visceral excitement of his playing. A protégé of Marcus Printup (Lincoln Center Orchestra) he has come to develop a unique sound of his own that stands out in many musical settings. Craig has featured with artists like Kasabian\, Lack of Afro\, Haggis Horns\, Nitin Sawhney\, This is The Kit\, Mr Benn\, Chris Monkey and is at the forefront of popular Bristol bands Phantom Ensemble\, Baila la Cumbia\, Dockside Latin Orchestra\, Radio Banska and Dub From Atlantis to name a few. \nThe melodic and inventive guitar playing of Matt Hopkins has been featured in groups as stylistically diverse as Andy Sheppard’s Hotel Bristol\, Emily Wright & The Royals and the Hopkins-Hammond Trio. He also takes the lead role in the “Music of Pat Metheny” project alongside pianist Dave Newton. Matt is also known as an instructor and educator\, specialising in jazz improvisation. \nPianist and organist Anders Olinder is originally from Sweden\, but has been based in Bristol for many years. Despite his Bristol home he actually plays frequently in London with big names in the world of jazz and funk such as Dennis Rollins\, Tony Remy\, James Morton\, Tony Kofi and Byron Wallen. He has also toured extensively with Glenn Hughes [Deep Purple]. \nWhilst drummer Ian Matthews began his career on the Bristol jazz scene he is of course internationally known for his work with stadium filling rock band Kasabian.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-craig-crofton-the-music-of-wes-montgomery/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260122T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260122T223000
DTSTAMP:20260624T145859
CREATED:20250930T102252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T111246Z
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SUMMARY:Music: Rum-Ragged
DESCRIPTION:Celtic folk\, with a contemporary edge – not to be missed. \nRum Ragged\, from the Eastern Canadian island of Newfoundland – take some time out from BBC’s Celtic Connections\, they will be coming to Bristol as one of a select few shows.\nWith due reverence to their roots and a creative contemporary edge\, Rum Ragged are widely regarded as the finest purveyors of a living musical tradition. \nThis is no run-of-the-mill folk band – this is the genuine article! \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-rum-ragged/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,contempory folk,Folk,Folk Music,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260122T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260122T223000
DTSTAMP:20260624T145859
CREATED:20251202T140943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T140943Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Jakub Klimiuk Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Jakub Klimiuk – guitar\, Kasper Rietkerk – alto saxophone\, Scottie Thompson – piano\, Kinzan [aka Harry Pearce] – double bass\, Luke McCarthy – drums \nGuitarist Jakub Klimiuk last visited in Nov 2023 and returns with a new band to promote his latest album. An accomplished London-based guitarist and composer\, Jakub takes his quintet on tour with a brand new set of material\, a follow-up to the critically acclaimed album\n“(un)balanced”\, described by The Guardian as “a rare mix of New York edginess and Scandinavian avant-jazz impressionism.” \nExpect a thrilling combination of scripted forms and improvised sections\, interweaving melodic compositions with adventurous sonic explorations\, “music which could engage and transcend genre boundaries\,” according to UK Jazz News. \nThe band has appeared regularly at major UK jazz venues including PizzaExpress Jazz Club Soho\, Vortex Jazz Club\, The Verdict\, and has collaborated with leading artists such as saxophonist Mark Lockheart. The quintet has also toured widely across Europe\, performing in cultural hubs like Berlin and Brussels. \n“The future of jazz is in safe hands” – UK Jazz News \n 
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LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music
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