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- Reg Meuross testimonials
“I’ve been around the folk scene in this part of the world for over 50 years, and back in the early days every folk club had songs by people like Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan and Ralph McTell. When I … Continue reading →
- After the gig: Kitchen Garden, Birmingham | 31st OCT 2023
Before the gig I met Richard, probably early 30s, and he was with a friendly garrulous man, his Father. Several times he mentioned that his dad was suffering from Alzheimers – although it wasn’t obvious, he just seemed very friendly. … Continue reading →
- It’s been a busy Summer of music
The big project this year has been Stolen from God, and wherever possible we’ve been promoting that. There has been plenty of great solo appearances too. Kimpton & New Forest Folk Festivals have clashed for the past few years but … Continue reading →
Save Independent Music Venues – Fightback at the Roundhouse 18 Oct 2016
I see independent music venues as the lifeblood of new & established creative music in Britain. Without them the corporates & the X-Factor style TV shows will win their fight to persuade the music buying public that music is simply about fame & fortune, about commerciality & formula.
Independent venues promoting open mics, folk & acoustic sessions, pub rock, garage, indie (you name it) are the coalface of free expression and unrestricted creativity. Without them only a tiny percentage of those who toe the corporate line will get their chance & they will be sucked into a machine that doesn’t understand live music or its place in community & the unity of like minded souls who like their entertainment real.
The best folk, rock & indie musicians this country can offer have learned their chops & proved their worth in live independent venues. If we lose them, we are just Karaoke.
Come and support this cause on 18 Oct at the Music Venue Trust concert at the Roundhouse London TICKETS HERE
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