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 In the 21st Century no child should go to school hungry or family be made homeless but every month applications to food banks are on the increase, often from hardworking families whose combined wages cannot see them through to the end of the month.
Every little helps as the saying goes so roll up for a night of raucous fun and music and help to make a difference. All proceeds to Hope for Belper.  A night of jazz,blues and gospel supported by contemporary soul/blues fusion.The amazing voice of Helen Gayle augmented by the keyboards of Matt Ratcliffe returns to The Top Bar. If you remember the Billie Holiday celebration night,you will already know what a great performer Helen is but if you missed it,now is the time to catch the finest voice in The Midlands.
Tony Stark also played on that night and he also returns,this time with Nicolette Shae for a set of blues/contemporary soul fusion. All in all,the kind of musical diversity and adventure The Top Bar at The Queens Head is renowned for. If you want to be at the cutting edge of contemporary music,tickets are available at the bar or contact mjones572@hotmail.co.uk.  Headlined of course by the band formerly known as Moon Bullet, this New Year frivolity offers the punk/ska fusion of Luna Cycle B, the songs and world fusion of Spindrift and the astounding young talent known as Saskia.
Please do turn up early for Saskia 8.15 - 8.50 Spindrift 9.00 - 9.45 Luna Cycle B 9.55-11.00 pm Advance tickets at the venue or contact mjones572@hotmail.co.uk.  Some people call him the new John Martyn; others find echoes of Tom Waits and J.J.Cale in his work. However Sean Taylor is simply the new Sean Taylor and an artist on an amazing trajectory.
Sean arrives in Belper fresh from an outstandingly successful UK and European tour with his latest album,the majestic 'Flood and Burn' still attracting plaudits. The Guardian describes him as 'the man to watch' and it's hard to argue with that. Sean regularly records in Austin Texas where they just might know a thing or two about blues rooted songwriters but on this occasion he will be accompanied by double bass player Mike Seal,one of many fine musicians with Belper connections. No better way to enter the festive season than with a truly memorable gig. Tickets are available at the venue or for more info/reservations contact mjones572@hotmail.co.uk.  Three percussionists with a unique vision. Coming from backgrounds of jazz, metal and free improvisation,George Grignon ,Walt Shaw and Greg Rawson combine seamlessly to create a new and distinctive music.
The name says it all evoking images of human skin,drum skins and the bones of the human body representing musical structures. Add to that vocals and dance grooves and it all suggests an innovative and unmissable evening. Tickets are available at the venue or contact mjones572@hotmail.co.uk.  Still very much in the vanguard of the UK folk blues scene while barely into his mid twenties,Sunjay has already packed more into his career than some artists achieve in a lifetime.
Returning to the club scene on the back of a tour playing the leading role in Buddy-surely the part he was born to play- Sunjay continues to channel folk and blues in his own inimitable manner. However,the rock 'n roll influence is unmistakably there as evidenced by a storming finale medley rivalling the legendary Led Zep epic for virtuosity and intensity. For a taste of his more traditional performance check him out on Belper Music and Arts web page. Tickets available at the venue or contact mjones572@hotmail.co.uk.  A unique triple bill with Steve Ignorant (ex Crass),Steven Cooper Blyth Power,Whisky Priests and our very own Chris Butler.
Some tickets still available at the venue or contact mjones572@hotmail.co.uk.But hurry as capacity is limited.  Stepling bring their glorious fusion of music and dance to The Queens Head on October 26th. Even if the name sounds unfamiliar,one of the band members isn't,Jo May having graced the stage twice before with her dazzling array of percussion.
This time the fusion is of traditional music with dance so folk music for the mind and body. This is the final gig of an album launch tour and there is bound to be considerable interest so early booking may be advisable. Tickets are available from the venue or to reserve contact mjones572@hotmail.co.uk. |
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