line up
Watch this space -
more bands announced soon
Watch this space - more bands to be announced soon
The line up so far...
jaywalkers
As those who have been fortunate enough to catch them in full flight will testify, a Jaywalkers show is an exhilarating experience. UK-based they may be but many from the other side of the Atlantic have complimented them on their particularly stylish delivery of this virtuosic and rich brand of Americana, Bluegrass & Country. These three outstanding musicians have developed a tight bond, demonstrated through their well-crafted, tasteful arrangements and ability to bounce ideas around the stage. The combination of powerhouse bass, flame-fingered mandolin, blistering fiddle and three-part harmony pack a punch as fiery as Jay’s lead vocals and delivers a rich sound that far exceeds what you’d expect from an acoustic trio.
meanwood valley stompers
David Broad and the Meanwood Valley Stompers are passionate about preserving the rich heritage of traditional American music.Â
With a diverse repertoire ranging from swing, blues, gospel, ragtime, and even a bit of country, their energetic performances and tight-knit harmonies breathe new life into classics by Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, Blind Blake, and Robert Johnson.
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Having performed across the UK at venues ranging from pubs and clubs to weddings, funerals, and festivals - including The Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival, Friskin’ the Whiskers, The Big Weekend, and Nighthawks - they bring a big sound and a juke joint energy that fills any dancefloor.
rip roaring success
Hot jazz meets old time country with a wry smile. The Rip Roaring Success are the hottest Western Swing Band East of El Paso featuring Wild Miss Lucille on double bass, Miss Jay tearing it up with some smokin' hot fiddle and the token gent, the one and only Rusty on six strings of flamin' geetar and hillbilly vox. Folk at venues and festivals up and down the country will testify that when you want the prairie set on fire with jumpin' ho-down tunes then there ain't no success like a rip roarin' one.
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william bakerfield band
Loraine Baker, Pete Wakefield, Stu and Jo Williams formed The William Bakerfield Band in 2022.
Pete and Loraine have performed as the duo, ‘Bakerfield’ for many years whilst Stu and Loraine have played in bands together for longer than they care to remember!
The band have earned rave reviews for their musical virtuosity, stunning 3-part harmonies and natural stage presence, all combining to create a journey performing their favourite Americana/Country/Bluegrass songs interspersed with songs written by Pete to be enjoyed by any audience!Â
Pete, Loraine and Jo provide all the vocals (along with guitar, mandolin, double-bass and fiddle) whilst Stu plays banjo and critiques their harmonies.Â
Vera Van Heeringen & Jock Tyldesley
Fiddle, guitar, mandolin and vocals. Vera van Heeringen was raised in the acoustic music scene in her native Holland. She toured with The New Rope String Band for almost five years, after which she released her debut album Standing Tall in 2012, followed by a second album Proper Brew in 2015. In 2020 she released an EP in collaboration with Neil McSweeney.
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Not just off-the-wall antics with The New Rope String Band and The Chipolatas, Jock is known for his fiddling in Cajun bands such as The Flatville Aces and the Bearcats. He also nurtures a long-time passion for Southern Appalachian old time fiddling for many years, touring worldwide with his regular bands and US acts. He is much in demand as a private and workshop tutor.