Rock & Pop
Edwina Hayes
Supported by Luke Sharples
Edwina Hayes numbers Michael Parkinson and Bob Harris among her fans. Her beautifully written songs, charming stage presence and voice of an angel have won her a reputation as a true natural talent of gentle folk-americana. She has opened numerous shows for Jools Holland and Van Morrison and the title track of her album Pour Me A Drink was covered by Nanci Griffith who calls her 'the sweetest voice in England'.
Her cover of Randy Newman's Feels Like Home was featured in the Cameron Diaz film My Sister's Keeper and has since had over two million plays on YouTube.
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Karnataka
The New Light Tour 2012
Karnataka rose to the forefront of new, Celtic inspired rock bands, following the release of five critically acclaimed albums. The band's latest release, The Gathering Light, recently won Best International Album at the World Web Awards in Italy.
Winning plaudits from Radio 2's Bob Harris and Rick Wakeman, Karnataka have performed in the UK, USA and Europe alongside prestigious artists such as Robert Plant and Porcupine Tree.
In 2011 Karnataka took another major leap forward with the announcement that Hayley Griffiths, lead vocalist with Riverdance and Michael Flatley's Lord Of The Dance, would be joining the band. Hayley's beautiful vocals have already brought her major success winning Best Classical Crossover Artist in 2010.
The band make a much anticipated return to the stage in 2012 with the announcement of their UK tour.
"symphonic and epic"
- Empire
"A genuinely potent force... virtuoso"
- Classic Rock Presents Prog
"A sublime level of accomplishment... epic proportions... magnificent... dreamy and ethereal... grandiose and bold"
- Fireworks Magazine
From powerful to ethereal, breathtaking to haunting, Karnataka's music takes you on a never to be forgotten journey.
Sarah Dixon and Friends
With Becky Tate, plus guest appearances from 1000 Watt label mates Jupitar Sands, Fort Worth and Inora
In a world of pre-packaged, disposable Pop; Sarah Dixon is a breath of fresh air. The Manchester based singer/songwriter combines insightful lyrics, graceful guitar and a voice that cannot fail to wow. Currently one of Manchester's best kept secrets, her songs have a depth and emotion beyond her years. The music she makes is euphoric, yet bittersweet. Often intimate, always engaging, she is truly a star in the making.
Mick Ralphs
Supported by Virgil and The Accelerators
Mick Ralphs, a founder of two iconic rock bands and still touring with both, takes time out to explore his blues, rock, soul and funk roots. The Bad Company and Mott The Hoople guitarist is joined by some of the best-known names on the current blues scene to play blues and R'n'B favourites - from B.B. King and Otis Rush to Robert Johnson and Sonny Boy Williamson - alongside fresh interpretations of some of Mick's own classic songs.
Mick Ralphs will be supported by Virgil and The Accelerators
Ruby Turner
Ruby Turner is Britain's premier soul artist. To date, she has released 15 albums plus the BBC's Live From Glastonbury as well as appearing on releases by the likes of Brian Ferry, UB40, Steve Winwood and Mick Jagger.
She is one of less than ten British artists to achieve a number 1 hit single in the American R&B charts with It's Gonna Be Alright and is also one of the main singers in Jools Holland's R&B Orchestra and features on many tracks on his latest album.
"Ruby Turner is truly the genuine article. Blessed with a voice that can breathe life and meaning into any song, whether it be a passionate ballad or a fast groove"
- The Guardian
Also a star of stage and screen, Ruby has appeared on numerous television programmes including BBC's Eastenders, Judge John Deed, Doctors, and the Little Britain Christmas Special, had a part in the very popular Richard Curtis film Love Actually and had a part in the London West End production of Simply Heavenly.
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Learn Pro Tools
Learn how to record and edit sound using Pro Tools, the industry standard digital audio software. Tricks, tips and shortcuts.
A three week course on Wednesdays, 7-8pm, starting March 7.
Beverley Craven
Singer/songwriter Beverley Craven is probably best known for her 1991 hits Promise Me and Holding On and her multi-million selling debut album.
Now Beverley is back on the road with a 'stripped down and laid bare' duo line-up, featuring her superlative saxophone player (who admits to feeling very exposed!). Currently working on her forthcoming acoustic album, she will be performing songs about life, love, liberation and libido... This is guaranteed to be an evening of stunning musicianship coupled with poignant sentiments & a sharp wit.
Abba Again
A first class tribute to the Swedish sensation Abba. Meet Abba Again in all their glittery glory and hear the classics that made Abba the phenomenon they are. This local band have made numerous TV appearances on prime time shows and documentaries that have carved them a great reputation across the UK and Europe.
Jake Morley
Jake Morley is a remarkable singer-songwriter who plays guitar across his lap and slaps, taps, plucks and picks the instrument to produce a sound like no-one else. His instrumental skill is combined with masterly writing, crafting songs that are both engaging and instantly memorable. He has just released his first album to great acclaim.
Jay Tamkin Band
Jay Tamkin is a multidimensional, multi-talented singer/songwriter and instrumentalist who has been likened to Stevie Winwood and a young Jimi Hendrix.
He has played with and alongside Robin Trower, Eric Burdon, Chris Farlowe, Madeline Bell, Roy Ayers, Popa Chubby, Pat Travers, The Groundhogs, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, The Blockheads and many more.
David R Black
plus support from Jupitar Sands, Inora and Fort Worth
David R Black are currently on tour promoting their third album Secret City, released last year to great reviews.
James Grant
Widely regarded as one of the finest singer-songwriters and performers around, Love And Money frontman James Grant plays material from all his critically acclaimed solo albums and a smattering of the old favourites in a solo acoustic setting. This is a show not to be missed, raw, heart-rending and uplifting...as MOJO says, "This is music from another place..."
Home Service
Home Service was the greatest British folk rock band of the eighties. Formed out of the ashes of The Albion Band, for a few short years they burned bright, singing passionate political songs that exposed the rotten heart of Thatcher's Britain. They recorded three great albums, still beloved by fans, climaxing with the iconic Happy Jack. And then they stopped.
Now, three decades later, Home Service are back. Surviving members John Tams, Graeme Taylor, Steve King, Jon Davie, Michael Gregory, Paul Archibald, Roger Williams and Andy Findon have reunited to promote Live 1986, a new album of previously unheard live recordings. Just as powerful and committed as ever, Home Service are back in business.
A Mr Kite Benefits event.
It Bites
+ Guests Jon Amour Group
It Bites are touring the UK in May 2012 to play their new Inside Out Album Map of the Past. Classic Rock Magazine has called these songs future classics and this will be the first chance for fans to here the new album with songs and rarities from It Bites back catalogue. Support will be Jon Amor Blues Group.