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Bagas Degol more detailspublicity

bagas degol

 

A distinctive and stirring sound, delivered with a powerful raw edge, the music of Bagas Degol has been described as ‘the musical embodiment of a Breugel painting’ and ‘the darkside of folk’.

 

 

 

The Baghdaddies more detailspublicity

the baghdaddies

The overriding influence is Balkan Gypsy folk/wedding music from sources such as Ivo Papasov and Goran Bregovich, from the masses of traditional tunes passed downthrough generations of European musicians, and of course, original compositions.

 

 

 

Bang On! more detailspublicity

bagas degol

 

Ajunk percussion duo who create funky beats and rhythmic treats using a huge homemade drum kit which is made from recycled objects.

 

 

 

Big Beat more detailspublicity

big beat

 

This “recycled” group produce incredible sounds on a multi-coloured array of industrial waste, including gas-pipes, shopping trolleys and even the kitchen sink!

 

 

 

Bombay Baja more detailspublicity

bombay baja

 

A unique combination of popular Indian melodies together with the powerful rhythms of the dhol.

 

 

 

 

The Bowfins more detailspublicity

bombay baja

Sid Bowfin is now available as a solo performer or as part of a trio. It’s brilliantly funny. It’s musically brilliant. It’s unique. It’s The Bowfins!

 

 

 

 

Carnival Collective more detailspublicity

carnival collective

A dynamic group of musicians, dancers and artists who combine break-beat percussion, reggae, funk, house and other dance influences.

 

 

 

 

 

The Cockney Awkestra more detailspublicity

carnival collective

 

The Cockney Awkestra are dedicated to instigating knees ups far and wide. Leading you through a series of surreal sketches with live music, they’ll teach you how to be better Cockneys.

 

 

 

 

Mr Dennis Teeth more detailspublicity audio

mr dennis teeth

Musical saw extraordinaire, gramophone DJ and comedy musician, playing a wide range of music from classical and jazz to film themes and exotic Hawaiian melodies.

 

 

 

The Hot Potato Syncopators more detailspublicity

hot potato syncopators©Mark Simmons

 

Beautiful music, impeccable presentation and delightful tongue-in-cheek gentle humour from this 1920's-30's trio.

 

 

Los Albertos more detailspublicity

los albertos

 

An inimitable blend of ska, swing jazz, tango and klezmer classics that can only be described as fairground dance music.

 

 

 

 

 

Mundo Jazz more detailspublicity

mundo jazz

A beautifully subtle satire on the likes of Bono and Bob Geldof, Mundo Jazz are also superb musical and comic improvisers, frequently creating songs on the spot and veering off into spontaneous chaos.

 

 

 

Oyster Opera more detailspublicity

oyster opera duo

 

 

Oyster are unique - they combine beautiful singing with having fun, and a good dose of audience participation.

 

 

 

Pluck more details publicity

pluck

 

A witty and inventive string trio who compete, ridicule, argue and seduce their way through Bach to the Beatles.

 

 

 

 

Railroad Bill more detailspublicity

railroad bill

 

A footstomping fusion of skiffle, western swing, blues and rock 'n' roll with classics such as ‘Putting on the Style’ and ‘Jessie James’ played in the style of the late great Lonnie Donegan.

 

 

 

The Real Macaws more detailspublicity

the real macaws

 

A Brass Band with a combination of New Orleans jazz, African Hi-life, reggae, funk, soca and samba.

 

 

 

Sheelanagig more detailspublicityaudio

the real macaws

 

An eclectic blend of folk, jazz and world music. Equally at home on festival stages, music venues and street corners.

 

 

 

 

Skiband more detailspublicityaudio

the real macaws

Saxophone, sousaphone, trumpet, accordion and drums come together to play a selection of tasty ska, calypso, reggae and rock ‘n’ roll tunes to whet your appetite.

 

 

 

 

 

The Sneakers more details publicityaudio

Three talented musicians with four different musical comedy performances.

The Sneakers

Fast paced high-energy music with set comedy routines within the songs.

the sneakers

The Courgettes musical chefs

A trio of chefs who sing upbeat versions of food related songs.

the courgettes

The Streetlights

Slick and smart in Italian suits simply playing great music.

the streetlights

The Fisherman

Our intrepid trio dressed for the cruel sea, performing nautical songs from a 15 ft long fishing boat.

the fishermen

The Splott Brothers more details publicity

splott brothers cafeSplott Brothers Café

 

A fun cocktail of eccentric cabaret, comic stupidity and live cheesy music.

 

 

 

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