Fergus Quill is a composer and Improviser based in Leeds. He has gained a huge reputation for original compositions and projects that reflect an eclectic spectrum of influences ranging from Sidney Bechet to Boredoms. He is the founder of Ferg’s Imaginary Big Band, a band known for their relentless enthusiasm, membership of 20-30 musicians and […]
An informal group to practice your conversational French – Everyone welcome!
West Yorkshire 5 piece, The 309s, have spent the last 14 years rocking and rolling their swing jive repertoire at events all over the country. Think Hank Williams, Bob Wills and Louis Jordan joining forces to make a classic 20th century sound that is the roots of Rock and Roll. Crowds have danced the days […]
Calluna Sun are multi-instrumentalist sisters, Louise and Helen. Together they interweave their mellifluous tones & instrumental prowess to bring their audiences a unique sound which takes inspiration from a rare mix of folk, jazz & world music. Drawing on their experience as classically trained musicians with added experience in Georgian polyphonic singing, Swiss folk yodelling […]
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An informal group to practice your conversational French – Everyone welcome!
Hailing from Northampton, Massachusetts R J McCarty's intricate Folk/Americana-inspired songwriting is imbued with a relaxed and laid-back charm . His instrumental dexterity lays ground for gritty yet soulful vocals to paint over; which brings to life a surreal-yet-familiar worldview. His songs have easy melodies and rollicking grooves which pull you in with their inherent warmth […]
The Poor Boys are blues punk local legends tearing it up with an extra special secret set for those in the know. So be hazy not lazy and come on down to The Puzzle and embrace the good times by grabbing a piece of the action. SHAKE RAG are a four-piece punk blues group from […]
Northern Star Organ Trio are a groovy hammond organ trio who play a winning mixture of instrumental soul classics, rare groove and original tunes with a definite nod to 1960’s Blue Note recordings. Having formed in 2023 as an informal meet up between three old friends they have become a popular act in West Yorkshire […]
White Sail are a folk band from York blessed with three strong songwriters/singers. All three are multi-instrumentalists adding mandolin, Celtic harp, Appalachian dulcimer, shruti box, trumpet, flute, woodwind, percussion & hand drums into the mix. The trio perform their own material at gigs and festivals, in the UK and abroad. Taking their inspiration from nature, […]
Contraptions, are a cutting-edge musical fusion of chaos and melody, hailing from the steel city of dreams Sheffield. Born from the desire to push musical boundaries and redefine genres together they create a unique sound. They have the big riffs and hooks aplenty all harmoniously intertwined with the vibrant, infectious sounds of wider influences. You […]
Bradford based Homecoming Brass Band play African influenced music with a New Orleans twist. These seasoned musicians from varied backgrounds with Brass and percussion, bring their own interpretations of world, funk, Latin American and original grooves to appreciative audiences throughout West Yorkshire. https://www.facebook.com/homecomingbrassband/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9a4dzViRKM "The greatest show on earth ... if you love brass band […]