Ben Poole (5th November 2021, Photograph by John Finlayson)
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Sedgefield Parish Hall is all seated and we cater for up to 120 people. Note, we advise buying tickets as soon as possible because our gigs can sell out early, however, we do have a first come first served reserve list. Find the venue using What 3 Words.
Note: the club is run entirely by volunteers so we may not always get back to you immediately. Ticket prices do not include postage and packaging.
Powerful and energetic, standout act with an ultra confident, no-holds-barred swagger. Gerry Jablonski and the Electric Band have a unique trademark sound and style.
Their raw and crafty stage show takes the audience on a rollercoaster ride of dangerous, charming and gutsy music with hooks and melodies that cross genres and age groups.
"An absolutely refreshing and life affirming experience. The best band you never heard of" - Classic Rock Magazine
George Shovlin, with Stevie Hutch and Jim Bullock. Stevie is a much-in-demand keyboard player, whose current and past include the Animals, Classic Clapton, Classic Rock Legends, Ultimate Gary Moore, Trevor Sewell Band and more...plus percussionist Finn McCardle.
Alex Fawcett has fast become a popular and well respected member of the UK’s blues rock fraternity. Alex plays with a youthful style which echo’s the guitarist of the past, mixed with a huge modern sound and feel. Growing up playing the music of Gary Moore, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Rory Gallagher and many more. The ALEX FAWCETT BAND is made up of some of the North Easts premier musicians bringing their talents together, along with Alex, to generate an electrifying sound and great music.
Lindsay Hannon is best known for her Tom Waits for no man show, however, with a simply stunning voice, this set will be more dedicated to the blues. This is a must listen to.
Laurence Jones, the multi-award-winning guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter born in Liverpool, released his 8th studio album ‘Bad Luck & The Blues’ with his dynamic power trio. Released August 2023 on ‘Marshall Records’ the album charted #1 in The Official Jazz & Blues Charts & #15 in the Independent Album Charts in The Official UK Charts.
“A star in the making” - BBC Radio 2
Music Radar voted the young Laurence one of the world's top 10 blues-rock guitarists. He's shared stages with legends like Sir Van Morrison, Sir Ringo Starr, Jeff Beck, Status Quo and Joe Bonamassa.
Buddy Guy once compared him to a young Eric Clapton with a devoted fan-base across the UK and Europe. Laurence's virtuoso performances earned him many awards and over 50,000 album sales. Jones has also appeared at some of the world’s most prestigious venues, including the Royal Albert Hall in London and New York’s Carnegie Hall.
“The British Blues Rock guitarist rocks the riffs on his new album” - RollingStone Magazine
Gary’s current acoustic set includes a mixture of traditional & modern blues tunes and also includes songs not so much from left field, rather from the West Coast – of the USA. Gary features songs by bands such as Little Feat, Grateful Dead, the Allman Brothers & ZZ Top.
Vintage-Contemporary Blues Rock Unforgettable Lyrics, Unmissable Solos, Unrivalled Rhythm. The influences are firmly set in the southern rock vibe and that’s where the bands passion clearly lies. Trying to do something familiar but with a twist that keeps the audience engaged and interested, whilst focusing on what serves the song. Guitarist James Ives and Lead Singer / Guitarist Ross Connor are clearly tone chasers.
In November 2022 Jonty Watson and Howard Ranson (both ex East Coast Main Line) joined Jeff Spence (ex Midnite Blue) and Andy Lewis (various rock bands over the years) and became The Main Line. The band plays 60s and 70s inspired upbeat Rhythm and Blues, taking their cues from Dr Feelgood, The Pirates, The Inmates and early Rolling Stones. They are currently working on original material due to be recorded early 2024
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