THE LAMB FOLK
CLUB
upstairs at
the Lamb Inn, Church Street, Eastbourne
(scroll down for map)

first and
third Wednesday of each month
2008 Programme:
3rd December – Kath Tait - £4
Originally from New Zealand, Kath takes her songwriting inspirations from the chaos of modern
life! Her wonderfully melodic songs are
guaranteed to astound, astonish, shock, make you think and make you laugh!
17th December – Christmas
Party - Free
Come and join the festivities with food, giant raffle,
free entry and more!
2009 Programme:
7th
January – Open
Stage - £1
A
happy new year to one and all – musicians free, all welcome.
21st
January – Pete Atkin - £5
Yes,
Clive James’ songwriting partner is back!
With new recordings and tours together, there has been a major revival
of interest in their witty and entertaining songs.
4th
February – Jim Page - £5
A compelling mix of humour, irony
and improvisation from this much-admired songwriter and activist on tour from
the USA. “Every now and again, I encounter a singer
who gives me a glimmer of hope. “Jim
Page carries the light” (Christy Moore)
18th
February – Brian Stimpson - £2
Folk, blues, country and jug band songs from our versatile
banjo and guitar picker.
4th
March – Belshazzar’s Feast - £5
Bellowhead’s Paul Sartin (oboe,
violin and vocals) joins forces with Hoover the Dog’s Paul Hutchinson (accordion)
to produce a myriad of scintillating musical surprises, hilarious banter and
inspired musicianship!
18th
March – The Queensberry Rules - £5
Traditional and original songs from an exciting trio with a
reputation for amazing vocal harmonies and catchy choruses. “Destined for great things”
Mike Harding, BBC Radio 2.
1st
April – Open Stage - £1
Come
and support our local talent, newcomers always welcome.
15th
April – Kirsty McGee and Mat Martin - £5
Kirsty’s ability to meld incisive words with infectious
melodies has earned her two BBC Folk Award nominations, glowing press reviews
and appearances at major festivals.
“Absolutely superb” Bob Harris BBC Radio 2
6th
May – Terry Fougere - £2
Accomplished folk, blues and original songs from our resident
singer/guitarist.
20th
May – Strangeworld - £5
Using
a unique combination of instruments, including cittern, oboe, cello and
accordion, this talented four-piece produces a wonderfully addictive sound
inspired by folk sources from around the globe!
3rd
June – Open Stage - £1
Free
to performers, good value for the audience.
17th
June – The Twagger Band - £4
Featuring
five of the county’s most experienced traditional musicians,
expect an entertaining mix of songs and tunes played on a variety of instruments.
1st July 2009 – Open Stage -
£1
Spots (usually two songs) can be booked on the
night, early arrival recommended.
15th July – Karen Tweed - £5
Highly respected
for her collaborative work, this is a rare solo appearance from one of our most
celebrated accordion players. Exploring
the beauty and magic of the music of England, Ireland and Scandinavia with remarkable
touch and musicality!
5th August – Barron Brady - £5
Two young
performers who confidently uphold the richness of the tradition with superb
vocals and impeccable musical accompaniment – destined for great things!
19th August – Open Stage - £1
A warm and
attentive audience awaits, performers free.
2nd September – Klezmer Klub - £5
Since the 1990s
this wonderful band has delighted audiences with their wild and tender Klezmer music and Yiddish songs. “Music that gets to your
heart by way of your feet!”
16th September – Dana and Susan
Robinson - £5
Regular
visitors from the USA and consummate instrumentalists (guitar, banjo and
fiddle), their music, influenced by the Appalachian and Celtic traditions,
reflects a deep
affection for the landscapes of rural America.
7th October – Dave Rannie and Friends - £2
Behind Dave’s
ever-present sense of fun lies an excellent singer of mainly traditional songs.
21st October – Suntrap - £5
Drawing on the
English tradition and American folk and country, their mesmerising sound
includes a double fiddle section, guitars and accordion carefully woven around
slip-sliding vocal harmonies.
4th
November – Boo Hewerdine - £5
One of the
country’s finest tunesmiths, Boo’s warm and evocative songs (like the Eddi Reader hit “Patience of Angels”) may be more famous
than he is but he remains a classy performer in his own right. Don’t miss!
18th
November – Black Strap Molasses - £2
With their
adventurous repertoire, expect the usual dose of tears and laughter from this popular local five-piece.
2nd
December – Pamela Wyn Shannon - £5
With echoes of
Pentangle and Nick Drake, Pamela’s wistful vocals and beautiful finger-picking
guitar style creates music of timeless grace “….utterly lovely.,
so sweetly poignant…” Shirley Collins.
16th
December – Christmas Party – Free Entry
Yes it’s
party time with food, giant raffle and lots more!
6th January
2010 – Open Stage - £1
A new year of
marvellous music beckons with our customary warm welcome to all.
20th January
– Ben Paley and Tab Hunter - £5
Beautiful
and energetic Swedish, Irish, Klezmer and American
traditional music and more from a top-drawer fiddle and guitar duo.
3rd February
– Isambarde - £5
With an unusual
and winning combination of guitar, fiddle and oboe, coupled with full-on vocal
harmonies, this young trio has taken the club and festival scene by storm,
breathing fresh life into a repertoire of mainly traditional songs.
17th
February – Brian Stimpson - £2
Our versatile guitar and
banjo picker presents a lively mix of American roots music.
3rd March –
Mad Agnes - £5
From the USA, this trio’s
performances are unique in the folk world, being a mix of street theatre, rock,
Celtic and classical music. Their
lyrics, vocal intricacies and instrumental prowess make their music smart, intelligent
and, above all, entertaining!
17th March –
Open Stage - £1
Usually spots
consist of two songs, newcomers always welcome.
7th April –
Mountain Firework Company £5
Led by Irish
singer songwriter Gareth McGahan, the band’s gorgeous
alt-country/folk is equal parts darkness and cheeky humour! Check out their wonderful new album
‘Samurai’.
21st April –
Steve Ashley - £5
Co-founder of
the legendary Albion Country Band, Steve played a key role in the development
of English folk rock with his classic album ‘Stroll On’. His recent album ‘Time and Tide’ cements his
position as one of our very finest songwriters.
5th May – Terry
Fougere - £2
Classy
folk, blues and original songs from our resident singer and guitarist.
19th May – Zoox - £5
Using a fabulous
range of instruments (from contrabassoon to congas) this superb trio serves up
a cocktail of new melodies and traditional tunes with a delicate balance of
strings, wind and percussion.
2nd June –
Open Stage - £1
A warm and
attentive audience awaits, performers free.
16th June – Bof! - £5
This band comes
highly recommended and specialises in the songs and tunes of central France and
Brittany played on a variety of traditional instruments including diatonic
accordion, hurdy gurdy, bagpipes and mandola.
Floor
singers are welcome but early arrival is recommended. Admission for floor singers is half price
when full admission is £4 or more, otherwise there is no charge.
Residents: Nick Wescott, Terry Fougere, Brian Stimpson, Dave Rannie
Enquiries: (01323) 728268 or 638811
Email: lambfolkclub@freeuk.com
