If you miss out on securing Glastonbury tickets this month, why not make a date in your diary for the inaugural Outfields Music Festival this summer. This open air event, in association with the popular Louth Zero Degrees, will see the first event of its kind be staged in the market town of Louth. Following British Sea Power and The Complete Stone Roses selling out shows over the last two summers, Outfields have collaborated with Louth Cricket Club to present a much bigger, one day music event at a fantastic outdoor venue. This one day, family friendly event, will host a full line up of original acts across two stages, which will include: Stourbridge’s finest alternative hit makers, Miles Hunt and Erica Nockalls of The Wonder Stuff - who will headline the main stage. Since 2006, Miles Hunt and Erica Nockalls have toured the UK, Europe and the USA, performing shows including tracks from their own albums in addition to Wonder Stuff material and the occasional cover version. All … [Read more...] about Tickets on sale for new Outfields Music Festival in Louth
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Walter Trout and the blues: Only the strong survive
By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR Walter Trout, the venerable blues guitarist, was in the car with his wife. The couple were listening to the blues station on satellite radio. At some point, the announcer cued up a brand new blues band. And to his dismay, Trout said the band was playing the umpteenth version of “Got My Mojo Working” from Preston “Red” Foster. Even though blues recordings date back to the 1920, when Charlie Patton laid down the first tracks, “Everybody does the same 20 songs,” said Trout, who is coming to Fairfield on April 16, Old Saybrook on April 17, and Pawling, N.Y. on April 20. “There’s a massive history, a beautiful rich history (to the blues),” said Trout, “but so much of it is forgotten and overlooked.” So, Trout decided he wanted to reintroduce music fans to the blues. Thus, Trout recorded his latest effort “Survivor Blues.” For the album, Trout recorded often forgotten blues gems. … [Read more...] about Walter Trout and the blues: Only the strong survive
Rival music festival to host top bands during MTV Music Week
MTV Music Week is to face competition from a rival festival showcasing some of the best bands in Plymouth and beyond this summer. Get Rad Festival is returning for 2019 with a stellar line-up and a new venue for what will be its fourth year. And the two-day event packed full of South West alternative music talent will be taking place on the same weekend the MTV behemoth rolls into town. Organisers say they are keen to support local acts and a new venue at a time when some of Plymouth's most well-known are facing extinction. The Hub will be closing in June after hosting one of the MTV nights, following the loss of The White Rabbit, The Voodoo Lounge, The Cooperage and countless others in recent years. MTV Music Week - which is yet to announce any local acts - will not be on the Hoe this year but will take place in four different venues from June 5-8. So far the names announced include The Amazons, Ghetts, Jvck James, Pale Waves, Ray Blk, R3wire & Varski and Snoochie Shy. Get Rad … [Read more...] about Rival music festival to host top bands during MTV Music Week
Waterloo Music Bar in Blackpool announced as one of the UK’s fastest growing independent music venues
0 Have your say Ian Fletcher is ‘working on a dream’ and if you’ve had a night in the Waterloo Bar you’ll understand In the last three years this ‘small venue with a massive attitude’ in Waterloo Road has welcomed local to international acts, grass roots musicians to big names and Ian says there is a reason - attention to detail.He says: “Bands love to play the venue, there is nothing quite like a live night here.“We have some of the best tech guys who are just as invested in making this place a success and putting it on the map as I am. “And it all comes down to detail and service - if you look after people in the right way, they’ll look after you. “From the promoters, to the managers, to the band, we’ve spent our time building relationships and it pays off in the quality of the acts we now have coming through the doors and it’s great for the music scene and it’s great for … [Read more...] about Waterloo Music Bar in Blackpool announced as one of the UK’s fastest growing independent music venues
Blues musicians to rock out at Barlick gig
Two of Europe's top Blues musicians is heading to Barlick for an intimate gig. Paul Lamb, who is in the British Blues Awards Hall of Fame, and vocalist and guitarist Chad Strentz, will bring their infectious brand of music to the Barnoldswick Music and Arts Centre on Sunday, April 28th at 7-30pm.Paul is known by music fans around the world as a foremost blues harmonica exponent while Chad has toured extensively with the King Snakes.To book tickets visit www.barnoldswickmusicandartscentre.com Folk and blues sensations to perform intimate gig in Barlick … [Read more...] about Blues musicians to rock out at Barlick gig