Whats On at Carlisle Folk and Blues Club

Whats On in 2012

Tickets tel. 01228 541799 or carlislefolk@aol.com

6th Jan

SINGERS AND PERFORMERS NIGHT

email: carlislefolk@aol.com or tel. 01228 541799 if you would like to perform.

£3

20th Jan

JON BRINDLEY

this is what Jon says about himself..."I’d like to let you know about the music in me.... I feel very lucky that I've played and sang in piano bars, at some of the larger folk festivals, art galleries, country festivals, pubs, arts centres, care homes, band stands, on street corners and café terraces all over Europe.

My songs might well take you to new places and after the feeling that brings the creation of a song I want to recreate the atmosphere and spark of that moment… I have a new album, The Missing Emotion recorded with my voice, my acoustic guitar and the double bass of James Budden, then layered with other instruments played by myself (with the notable exception of Steve Wickham on the fiddle).

Performing is like being on a journey – one that can find a lively rhythm - and there’s so much to share along the way…

Jon blew us away when he came to a Singers' Night and again when he played at the club and Music on the Marr..

Don't miss Jon .. book your tickets now!

www.myspace.com/httpwwwmyspacecomjonbrindley

with support from

£8

3rd Feb

PATSY MATHESON & BECKY MILLS

(Waking the Witch)

'Stories of Angels & Guitars' (Tomorrow Records) is released on
January 16th and will be available on CD and download. It features ten new songs with Patsy playing guitar, mandolin, glockenspiel,
xylophone and percussion with Hugh Whitaker (ex Housemartins) on drums and
Jon Short on double bass.

It was really great to hear a track from this new album played by Mike Harding last night on his Radio 2 Folk Show. He said:

‘Patsy Matheson - A singer-songwriter lots of you will know cos she’s been on the scene for quite a time working with people like Clive Gregson and she was part of Waking the Witch...the lass has got a lovely voice...this song (Hundred Guitars) is one of those great songs that tells a story but does it in a very subtle way – she’s gigging all over the UK in February and March with her ex Waking the Witch bandmate Becky Mills – so look out for them, they’re going to be well worth checking out’

You can hear the show up until January 11th on the Listen Again option at:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b006wrmz

Becky's album 'Dandelion' will be available at live dates and released
officially slightly later in the year. It's been produced by Dave Creffield,
(Embrace, the Kaiser Chiefs producer) who did such a wonderful job on Waking the Witch's 'Boys from the Abattoir' album, and features a wide range of very talented musicians.

Patsy and Becky will be playing some Waking the Witch songs,
as well as songs from both of their new albums. .. brilliant!

www.patsymatheson.co.uk/ www.beckymills.co.uk

with support from

£8

17th Feb

EDWINA HAYES

Edwina was born in Dublin and grew up in Preston, Lancashire before moving to the East coast of Yorkshire as a teenager, where she has been based ever since. Dividing her time between the UK and America, Edwina's second home is Nashville where she is much loved as a songwriter and artist.

In March 2003 Edwina signed as a writer with Warner Chappell. Her influences include Bob Dylan, Mindy Smith, Ray Charles, Carole King, Van Morrison, Nanci Griffith, Richard Thompson, Patty Griffin, Shawn Colvin and Bob Dylan.

In 2005 her debut album 'Out On My Own' produced by Clive Gregson and John Wood, and her song 'I Want Your Love' from the album was included on the No.1 bestselling CD 'Acoustic Love'.

In 2008 Edwina released her second album 'Pour Me A Drink' on her own label Twirly Music. Nanci Griffith covered the title track from this album on her June 2009 album 'The Loving Kind' and from the same album, Edwina's version of the songs Feels Like Home was played in full in the major motion picture 'My Sister's Keeper' starring Cameron Diaz and Alec Baldwin.

Edwina’s third album Good Things Happen Over Coffee was released in February 2011

Quotes:

Michael Parkinson - 'A very talented young lady'

Nanci Griffith - 'The sweetest voice in England. A wonderful young woman, so gifted and full of song, with a voice as sweet as the angels'

Perez Hilton - 'Like a soft blanket'

The Guardian - 'Haunting honeyed solo songwriter'

Time Out - 'Sweet-voiced songwriter who has a fine line in gentle, country-tinged material'

Virgin Radio - 'A true pleasure watching and listening to this talent at work'

Radio Caroline - 'Not heard a singer, singing live with such natural talent in many a long year'

Making Music - 'A performer in true acoustic style'

Get Rhythm - 'Sweet, honeylike, relaxing songs'

What more can we say?

Don't miss Edwina's first appearance at the club!

We can't wait!

http://www.edwinahayes.com/

www.facebook.com/pages/Edwina-Hayes/10811230134
www.twitter.com/edwinahayes

with support from

£8

2nd March

RUTH NOTMAN

Ruth Notman started out on the live circuit at just thirteen years old, entering a competition for young folk musicians in the East Midlands. She continued performing at local folk clubs in and around Nottingham and Derby and soon began securing slots at leading Festivals. In 2006, Ruth reached the finals of the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award and shortly afterwards signed a record and management deal with Mrs Casey Records.

Ruth took part in the All Along the Wall project with Boo Hewerdine, Julie Matthews, Jez Lowe, Elvis McGonagal and Kate Fox.

Ruth's 2nd album...The Life of Lilly
"If Ruth Notman isn't England's best female folk vocalist since Sandy Denny please let me know who is"
"This album is stunningly good and Ruth deserves to have mega success with it"
"The songs are twelve dishes on a michelin starred menu"
"Every track on the album is a gem and although only recently purchased,it has become one of my all time favourite's- it's as sweet as a nut!"

and the reviewers love it to!

"After hearing Ruth, Kate Rusby remarked 'I was totally blown away'. Me too, Kate, me too." Penguin Eggs Magazine
"Even by the high standards we've come to anticipate, Ruth Notman's emergence is particularly exciting" Properganda"Further persuasive evidence of Ruth's stature, personality and Presence" fRoots"

http://www.myspace.com/ruthnotman1

www.ruthnotman.com

with support from

£8

16th March

GOLDRUSH

John Sheldon, Paul Hart, Danny Hart, David Leigh and Kenny Marshall return for another night of blistering hot bluegrass and celtic roots!

"Goldrush were so hot they nearly made our stage burn. Not only were the band technically brilliant, their songs and instrumentals really gripped the audience - a case study in best performance"

RICHARD GRAINGER CROPTON FOLK n ROOTS FESTIVAL
"... captivated the audience with a stunning performance of bluegrass, Celtic roots and Americana" DUNDEE CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTRE

"Blistering hot bluegrass served up with hard driving rhythm and tight harmonies...."GREAT NORTH COUNTRY & WESTERN MUSIC FESTIVAL

"Goldrush, Scotland's best bluegrass band, are brilliant harmony singers and excel in producing the high lonesome sound...." SOUTHERN FRIED"Goldrush is a crucible of passion and fire. A blistering fusion of white hot Celtic and bluegrass with explosive vocals and brilliant harmonies, blended with searing guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, and bass. Goldrush is a polished unit and has forged an impressive identity, delivering cutting edge roots music to delighted audiences."

with support from

http://www.scottishbluegrass.com/goldrush.htm

£8

30th March

BROOKS WILLIAMS

Blues Americana Slide Guitar Singer-Songwriter

"How soulful a solo guitarist can be when he has
talent, taste and astonishing technique."
(Blues Revue)

Named one of the Top 100 Acoustic Guitarists, with over 17 recordings to his name and 23 years on the road, this Statesboro Georgia (USA) native and Cambridge (UK) resident is one of the premier singer/guitarists on the Roots n’ Blues scene. From Belfast to Boston, London to Austin, Toronto to Istanbul, Brooks Williams has been wowing audiences worldwide with his silky voice and rockin’ acoustic and resonator slide guitars, every night delivering the deepest and most intense interpretations of everything from early blues songs to his recent original compositions.

“Definitely one of the best things I have heard this year.”
(Blues In The Northwest)

“…classy, tasteful, bright, and hugely enjoyable!"
(Blues Matters)

A warm welcome back to Brooks!

www.brookswilliams.com/

with support from

£8

13th April

JEANA LESLIE & SIOBHAN MILLER

- two very talented, shining new stars on the Scottish Music scene. Since winning the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award 2008 it has been a whirlwind rise for the young Scots duo who combine instrumental versatility with sublime harmonies and heart-rending performances of traditional songs. Their debut album, ‘In a Bleeze’ which was released in the summer last year was received exceptionally well with plenty of airplay both in Scotland and England earning them the award for ‘Up and Coming Artist Of The Year’ at the MG ALBA Awards 2008 and a nomination in the ‘Horizon’ category for the BBC Folk Awards 2009 and also winning the Hancock ‘Horizon Award for Best Newcomer’ in 2009.

The pure harmonies and innovative arrangements of traditional and modern songs on their debut album are a joy to listen to and a wonderful contribution to the Scottish music scene. Jeana’s fiddle playing has the light, melodic touch typical of Orcadian tradition, while Siobhan's traditional singing style shows strong Lowland influences. The pair mix the traditions seamlessly and, in the process, combine them with their musical talents to create something unique.

Together the girls have performed on radio and TV, at folk clubs all over the UK and at many large festivals including Cambridge, Cropredy, Towersey, Celtic Connections and Orkney. .. AND NOW CARLISLE!

www.myspace.com/jeanalesliesiobhanmiller -

£8

Booking now for IrebyFestival...1st/2nd June ..www.irebyfestival.co.uk/Tickets.html

Music on the Marr....20/21st July.

www.musiconthemarr.com/

MORE artists appearing in 2012.....including Boo Hewerdine - 11th May, Carrivick Sisters - 27th April, Broom Bezzums, Chris James, Wiz Jones, Chris While & Julie Matthews PLUS Singers and Performers Nights (22nd June) (14th Sept).... not to be missed!!

Whats On in 2012 Tickets tel. 01228 541799 or carlislefolk@aol.com
6th Jan	SINGERS AND PERFORMERS NIGHT email: carlislefolk@aol.com or tel. 01228 541799 if you would like to perform.	£3
20th Jan	JON BRINDLEY this is what Jon says about himself..."I’d like to let you know about the music in me.... I feel very lucky that I've played and sang in piano bars, at some of the larger folk festivals, art galleries, country festivals, pubs, arts centres, care homes, band stands, on street corners and café terraces all over Europe. My songs might well take you to new places and after the feeling that brings the creation of a song I want to recreate the atmosphere and spark of that moment… I have a new album, The Missing Emotion recorded with my voice, my acoustic guitar and the double bass of James Budden, then layered with other instruments played by myself (with the notable exception of Steve Wickham on the fiddle). Performing is like being on a journey – one that can find a lively rhythm - and there’s so much to share along the way… Jon blew us away when he came to a Singers' Night and again when he played at the club and Music on the Marr.. Don't miss Jon .. book your tickets now! www.myspace.com/httpwwwmyspacecomjonbrindley with support from	£8
3rd Feb	PATSY MATHESON & BECKY MILLS (Waking the Witch) 'Stories of Angels & Guitars' (Tomorrow Records) is released on January 16th and will be available on CD and download. It features ten new songs with Patsy playing guitar, mandolin, glockenspiel, xylophone and percussion with Hugh Whitaker (ex Housemartins) on drums and Jon Short on double bass. It was really great to hear a track from this new album played by Mike Harding last night on his Radio 2 Folk Show. He said: ‘Patsy Matheson - A singer-songwriter lots of you will know cos she’s been on the scene for quite a time working with people like Clive Gregson and she was part of Waking the Witch...the lass has got a lovely voice...this song (Hundred Guitars) is one of those great songs that tells a story but does it in a very subtle way – she’s gigging all over the UK in February and March with her ex Waking the Witch bandmate Becky Mills – so look out for them, they’re going to be well worth checking out’ You can hear the show up until January 11th on the Listen Again option at: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b006wrmz Becky's album 'Dandelion' will be available at live dates and released officially slightly later in the year. It's been produced by Dave Creffield, (Embrace, the Kaiser Chiefs producer) who did such a wonderful job on Waking the Witch's 'Boys from the Abattoir' album, and features a wide range of very talented musicians. Patsy and Becky will be playing some Waking the Witch songs, as well as songs from both of their new albums. .. brilliant! www.patsymatheson.co.uk/ www.beckymills.co.uk with support from	£8
17th Feb	EDWINA HAYES Edwina was born in Dublin and grew up in Preston, Lancashire before moving to the East coast of Yorkshire as a teenager, where she has been based ever since. Dividing her time between the UK and America, Edwina's second home is Nashville where she is much loved as a songwriter and artist. In March 2003 Edwina signed as a writer with Warner Chappell. Her influences include Bob Dylan, Mindy Smith, Ray Charles, Carole King, Van Morrison, Nanci Griffith, Richard Thompson, Patty Griffin, Shawn Colvin and Bob Dylan. In 2005 her debut album 'Out On My Own' produced by Clive Gregson and John Wood, and her song 'I Want Your Love' from the album was included on the No.1 bestselling CD 'Acoustic Love'. In 2008 Edwina released her second album 'Pour Me A Drink' on her own label Twirly Music. Nanci Griffith covered the title track from this album on her June 2009 album 'The Loving Kind' and from the same album, Edwina's version of the songs Feels Like Home was played in full in the major motion picture 'My Sister's Keeper' starring Cameron Diaz and Alec Baldwin. Edwina’s third album Good Things Happen Over Coffee was released in February 2011 *Quotes:* Michael Parkinson - 'A very talented young lady' Nanci Griffith - 'The sweetest voice in England. A wonderful young woman, so gifted and full of song, with a voice as sweet as the angels' Perez Hilton - 'Like a soft blanket' The Guardian - 'Haunting honeyed solo songwriter' Time Out - 'Sweet-voiced songwriter who has a fine line in gentle, country-tinged material' Virgin Radio - 'A true pleasure watching and listening to this talent at work' Radio Caroline - 'Not heard a singer, singing live with such natural talent in many a long year' Making Music - 'A performer in true acoustic style' Get Rhythm - 'Sweet, honeylike, relaxing songs' What more can we say? Don't miss Edwina's first appearance at the club! We can't wait! http://www.edwinahayes.com/ www.facebook.com/pages/Edwina-Hayes/10811230134 www.twitter.com/edwinahayes with support from	£8
2nd March	RUTH NOTMAN Ruth Notman started out on the live circuit at just thirteen years old, entering a competition for young folk musicians in the East Midlands. She continued performing at local folk clubs in and around Nottingham and Derby and soon began securing slots at leading Festivals. In 2006, Ruth reached the finals of the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award and shortly afterwards signed a record and management deal with Mrs Casey Records. Ruth took part in the All Along the Wall project with Boo Hewerdine, Julie Matthews, Jez Lowe, Elvis McGonagal and Kate Fox. Ruth's 2nd album...The Life of Lilly "If Ruth Notman isn't England's best female folk vocalist since Sandy Denny please let me know who is" "This album is stunningly good and Ruth deserves to have mega success with it" "The songs are twelve dishes on a michelin starred menu" "Every track on the album is a gem and although only recently purchased,it has become one of my all time favourite's- it's as sweet as a nut!" and the reviewers love it to! "After hearing Ruth, Kate Rusby remarked 'I was totally blown away'. Me too, Kate, me too." Penguin Eggs Magazine "Even by the high standards we've come to anticipate, Ruth Notman's emergence is particularly exciting" Properganda"Further persuasive evidence of Ruth's stature, personality and Presence" fRoots" http://www.myspace.com/ruthnotman1 www.ruthnotman.com with support from	£8
16th March	GOLDRUSH John Sheldon, Paul Hart, Danny Hart, David Leigh and Kenny Marshall return for another night of blistering hot bluegrass and celtic roots! "Goldrush were so hot they nearly made our stage burn. Not only were the band technically brilliant, their songs and instrumentals really gripped the audience - a case study in best performance" *RICHARD GRAINGER CROPTON FOLK n ROOTS FESTIVAL* "... captivated the audience with a stunning performance of bluegrass, Celtic roots and Americana" *DUNDEE CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTRE* *"Blistering hot bluegrass served up with hard driving rhythm and tight harmonies...."GREAT NORTH COUNTRY & WESTERN MUSIC FESTIVAL* "Goldrush, Scotland's best bluegrass band, are brilliant harmony singers and excel in producing the high lonesome sound...." SOUTHERN FRIED**"Goldrush is a crucible of passion and fire. A blistering fusion of white hot Celtic and bluegrass with explosive vocals and brilliant harmonies, blended with searing guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, and bass. Goldrush is a polished unit and has forged an impressive identity, delivering cutting edge roots music to delighted audiences." with support from http://www.scottishbluegrass.com/goldrush.htm	£8
30th March	BROOKS WILLIAMS Blues Americana Slide Guitar Singer-Songwriter "How soulful a solo guitarist can be when he has talent, taste and astonishing technique." (Blues Revue) Named one of the Top 100 Acoustic Guitarists, with over 17 recordings to his name and 23 years on the road, this Statesboro Georgia (USA) native and Cambridge (UK) resident is one of the premier singer/guitarists on the Roots n’ Blues scene. From Belfast to Boston, London to Austin, Toronto to Istanbul, Brooks Williams has been wowing audiences worldwide with his silky voice and rockin’ acoustic and resonator slide guitars, every night delivering the deepest and most intense interpretations of everything from early blues songs to his recent original compositions. “Definitely one of the best things I have heard this year.” (Blues In The Northwest) “…classy, tasteful, bright, and hugely enjoyable!" (Blues Matters) A warm welcome back to Brooks! www.brookswilliams.com/ with support from	£8
13th April	JEANA LESLIE & SIOBHAN MILLER - two very talented, shining new stars on the Scottish Music scene. Since winning the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award 2008 it has been a whirlwind rise for the young Scots duo who combine instrumental versatility with sublime harmonies and heart-rending performances of traditional songs. Their debut album, ‘In a Bleeze’ which was released in the summer last year was received exceptionally well with plenty of airplay both in Scotland and England earning them the award for ‘Up and Coming Artist Of The Year’ at the MG ALBA Awards 2008 and a nomination in the ‘Horizon’ category for the BBC Folk Awards 2009 and also winning the Hancock ‘Horizon Award for Best Newcomer’ in 2009. The pure harmonies and innovative arrangements of traditional and modern songs on their debut album are a joy to listen to and a wonderful contribution to the Scottish music scene. Jeana’s fiddle playing has the light, melodic touch typical of Orcadian tradition, while Siobhan's traditional singing style shows strong Lowland influences. The pair mix the traditions seamlessly and, in the process, combine them with their musical talents to create something unique. Together the girls have performed on radio and TV, at folk clubs all over the UK and at many large festivals including Cambridge, Cropredy, Towersey, Celtic Connections and Orkney. .. AND NOW CARLISLE! www.myspace.com/jeanalesliesiobhanmiller -	£8
	Booking now for IrebyFestival...1st/2nd June ..www.irebyfestival.co.uk/Tickets.html Music on the Marr....20/21st July. www.musiconthemarr.com/
	MORE artists appearing in 2012.....including Boo Hewerdine - 11th May, Carrivick Sisters - 27th April, Broom Bezzums, Chris James, Wiz Jones, Chris While & Julie Matthews PLUS Singers and Performers Nights (22nd June) (14th Sept).... not to be missed!!