A new and distinctive voice.
Dennis Ellsworth plays The Queens Head on February 7th. Firmly established on the club and festival circuit in his native Canada, Dennis Ellsworth brings his distinctive song writing to the Belper venue. His latest album 'Hazy Sunshine'was recorded over a period of five days in a remote location in the middle of a bleak Canadian Winter and some of that sense of desolation finds its way onto the tracks. Describing his outlook as one of 'dark optimism', Dennis was originally inspired by the likes of Roy Orbison and Kris Kristofferson and remembers practising their works in the bathroom as a child. With the transition from bathroom to bar room and an acoustic guitar 'rescued ' from a Catskills cabin, Dennis quickly recorded six albums and widened his fan base to America and the UK.
A new and distinctive voice. Pete Morton returns to The Queens Head on Jan 31st. The writer of 'Another Train' and the inventor of folk rap returns to Belper. From busker to global troubadour, Pete Morton is firmly established as one of our foremost singer/songwriters. With a new album imminent, expect an evening of old favourites and more than a few surprises.
A true original. 'Top drawer song writing shot through with integrity'. To celebrate a significant birthday,Kelly's Heroes play The Queens Head on Jan 23rd. Yes, it is the 25th anniversary of the pub in its present incarnation and Kelly's Heroes who frequently graced the stage of the Top Bar in the 1990s will perform their unique brand of high energy folk. The admission price of £2.50 will reflect the gig's historical context.
To complete the week, there will be a Burns Night at Belper Rugby Club on Saturday 24th January. The admission is £7.50 and will include a complimentary dram and appropriate food. The Haggis Hotline is 07932180683 so book now to ensure a place. Winter Wilson at The Queens Head. Jan 17th. Support from Sue McFarlane. £7. Doors at 8.00pm.3/1/2015
The Joyous rebellion returns to The Queens Head. Winter Wilson play The Queens Head on January 17th with support from Sue McFarlane. Perennial favourites on the club and festival circuit, the 2013 release of 'Cutting Free' propelled the duo on a new and exciting trajectory. Feted with four star reviews from sources as diverse as Maverick Magazine and The Daily Telegraph who included the album in their top ten of the year releases, Dave Wilson's words and Kip Winter's vocals take the UK folk scene into a wholly new direction. With songwriting that ranges from acerbic comments on WW1 to reflections on ageing and the nature of relationships, Dave Wilson's words are perfectly matched to the range and phrasing of Kip Winter's vocals. Instrumentation of guitar, accordion and banjo all contribute to unforgettable soundscapes.
Support from Sue Mcfarlane guarantees a night of great songs and vocals. |
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