SARAH McQUAID - THE PLUM TREE AND THE ROSE

Within 15 seconds of listening to this album, you realise that this is a very special CD from a unique and talented singer-songwriter. After the warm and delightful opener "Lift You Up and Let You Fly", you are then told the story of how an incredible lady in the late 1500's, built the magnificent Hardwick Hall near Chesterfield, knowing she had created something special which would still be talked about for many years to come, very much like this album. The cover of "Solid Air" is a fitting tribute to Nick Drake who no doubt would nod in appreciation of a powerful and memorable rendition. In "Kenilworth" and "In Derby Cathedral", Sarah combines the asking of the big questions about life, while celebrating the human spirit and resourcefulness needed to face lifes problems, which is revisited later with the album's title track. The economic state of the world and all its knock-on effects are brought to the fore with intelligence, compassion and integrity in " The Sun Goes On Rising". The listener is then taken on a wonderful insight to the music of hundreds of years ago and which are dramatically brought to life with "S'Anc Fuy Belha Ni Prezada", "Can She Excuse My Wrongs" and "New Oysters New" which takes us back to the 13th century, Elizabethan age and the early 17th century. The picture Sarah paints vocally are so vibrant and strong in "So Much Rain" and yet highlights a delicacy within her delivery that creates an atmosphere of warmth in the performance in the next track ("What Are We going To Do") is a tribute to her talents. "In Gratitude I Sing" is a perfect end to an amazing album where the listener should be thanksgiving to a singer-songwriter who is without parallel. A classic. OFFICIAL WEBSITE

KINGNOTHING - MIDNIGHT WARHEART

From a rousing, but controlled start which showcases each member of the band with maximum effect, on "Head Trip", the band then goes up another notch with "Sons of Avalon". A KingNothing classic in every sense of the word follows, with the title track "Midnight Warheart", before fans can show their support by joining in on the tracks title line on "Crazy 'bout You". Another KN classic with mesmorising guitar-work and lyrics has you rocking again with "Petrol For My Devil", which is then matched by the smoothness and yet with no drop in enthusiasm, throughout the next two tracks "Children Of The Snake" and "City Life". The listener is then revved back up to maximum effort with "She's so Dirty" before a wonderful finish with an inspiring combination of power lyrics snd devastating musicianship via guitar and drums with the mighty track "Rented Flesh. A premier CD from a premier band who will be headling the WicketFest festival again this summer. FACEBOOK

ROCK SCHOOL SESSIONS AT FSS

Budding rock stars are being given the chance to make a big noise by joining the latest Rock School sessions being held in the city.

Factory Street Studios are running three sessions starting next month for young rockers – aged 13 to 18 year olds – with eight places available on each.

Each Rock School takes place over five days and covers everything from forming a band to recording your own CD. Led by professional musicians the sessions are a great way of learning and having fun.

Thanks to funding from Incommunities Foundation a number of FREE places per session are being offered to young people living in rented homes with the housing group.

The normal cost of a place at one of the Rock School sessions is £199 which includes all teaching and refreshments.

Bookings are now been taken for all three sessions of Rock School. These are on:-
Monday, 2nd April – Friday, 6th April
Monday, 4th June – Friday, 8th June
Monday, 23rd July– Friday, 27th July
Each session runs from 10am to 4pm each day

At the end of each session, the young participants are given the chance to ‘rock the house’ by playing a gig in front of their family and friends.

Last year, 41 young people and adults took part in Rock School. Several ‘graduates’ went on to form ‘Thirteen16’ who played at the last Bingley Music Live in September.

Factory Street Studios at Dudley Hill was set up in 2009 by Amy Eden and her husband Alex.

Amy Eden said: “Rock School is a five day music experience and the chance for young people to make their first steps into the music business.
“We are delighted to team up with Incommunities to offer a string of fully funded places at this year’s school. These places are sure to be snapped up quickly so book now.

“As well as being great fun for young people we also encourage parents to come along and join in. Rock School aims to be a really positive activity for everyone.”

Lynda Harrison, Chair of the Incommunities Foundation Board said: “Rock School 2011 offers young people from across the district a terrific opportunity to develop their creative talent, meet new friends and build their self confidence.

“Incommunities Foundation is delighted to team up with the organisers to offer these free places to young Incommunities tenants and the chance to learn from professional musicians. It’s a great way to make the most of the school holidays and our involvement shows our commitment to improving lives in communities.”

To book your place at Rock School 2012 ring Amy on 01274 682125.

JON PALMER ACOUSTIC BAND - WORKING FOR THE GANGMASTER

Jon Palmer’s writing and composition skills always take you on a varied and enjoyable musical journey. One minute you are foot-tapping or dancing to the beat like a person possessed, then suddenly in the space of a chord change, your mindset changes, as lyrics tug the heartstrings and prick the conscious as they challenge you to recognise the hardships and unfairness throughout life and the world. It is a gift that JP uses to the maximum effect and, supported by the upmost professionals within the band, consequently the music doesn’t get any better than the bands new seven-track album “Working For The Gangmaster“. Starting with “Brown Eyed Northern Girl” which is both autobiographical and a celebration of all the qualities a northern girl possesses, we are then made to think long and hard about child labour and how it effects us all with “Working For The Gangmaster”, a song that should be made an anthem for the Save the Children Charity and be played to every politician and policymaker until the trade is a distant memory, an incredible song and in my view one of, if not Jon’s best ever. With a chorus to join into on “Gallow Tree” and the hope of a positive finale, you are then challenged to how long you can stay silent before joining in on “Oh Susanna” and then to Jon's credit, the reflective “Fine Line” changes the mood and feel yet again. The band and Jon in particular, then hit you like an express train with “Meet Me At The Station” before the CD finishes off with another JP classic “Sin City”, a stunning collection of tracks which should be in everyone's favourite CD collection.

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CLOTH CAT PROMOTIONS IN MARCH

Cloth Cat have now announced details of their promotions in March and are as follows:

Name of Event: Cloth Cat Open Mic Night
Venue: The Chemic Tavern, Woodhouse, Leeds, LS6 2NG

Dates: Every Thursday (except 1st Thursday in the month)

Headline act:
8th March: Nights On Mars
15th March: Oui Bee
22nd March: Captain Wilberforce
29th March: Old Man Pie

Doors Open: 8pm
Finishes: 1am
Entry: Free with whipround for headline act


Name of Event: Instrumental
Venue: Swarthmore Centre, 2-7 Woodhouse Square, Leeds LS3 1AD

Date: Saturday 24th March
Times: 6.30pm – 12am

Acts:
The Soul Circle Gang
The Resplendents
Tantz
Eclectic Sparks
Matt Bentley
Sullivan Fox
Steph Stephenson
Kog Moorcroft

Entry: £4 on the door

For any more information please contact Mike Jolly at Cloth Cat on 0113-244-2773 or via the website link below

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THE BLIND DEAD McJONES BAND

2012 will see The Blind Dead McJones Band go from strength to strength with a new single out now and a new album due to be released later this year. The band's plans are revealed in their Party Conference video which can be viewed via the link on this page.

This is definately one band to catch in 2012.

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GIVING IT SOME WELLY AT A NEW VENUE

Well known music promoter Nigel Morris has now started putting on "Live music" every Friday night at the Wellington on Wellington Street, near City Square in Leeds. Artists already booked include Tommy Allen, Dan Hudson, Pete Burns, Thirteen Stars, I Am President, plus solo sessions from Troy Faid and Angelo Palladino. The action starts at 8-30 and admission is free!

WILFUL MISSING - MOLEHILLS OUT OF MOUNTAINS

After having four of their songs featured in the BBC TV drama Waterloo Road, the band are finally receiving the credit and acclaim they have deserved since starting out in 2007. The release of their 11-track album “Molehills out of Mountains” will increase the five-piece bands fan-base even further. With a Cathedral-esque start on the first track, “Cry For The City” you realise that this is an album which has been worked on and fine-tuned to create something to listen to and enjoy for years to come. The harmonies and quality writing is continuous throughout, with superb story-telling in “Don’t Be Scared 48”, ”Constitution Failed”, ”Like Lovers Do” and “Powerful Pill”. The band also have the ability to lift the tempo and have you foot-tapping along to “London Road” and “I Am Clay” while, “The Waltz” is a track which has a familiar feel to it even on the first listen and is sure to be a WM classic in the years to come and the track “Caught Between Seasons” will have audiences singing along at every gig throughout the UK. Add a song which deserves to be named after a brilliant band and a reflective and superb finale with “Sleeptalking Over” and an album of excellence is complete. Whether you are a WM fan or not you are in for a treat with a CD created by five very special and talented musicians.

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PATSY MATHESON - STORIES OF ANGELS AND GUITARS

Two years ago Patsy Matheson had a vision of an album, one with no deadline, no pre-planned list of songs, basically a blank canvass to produce something unique. The result is “Stories of Angels & Guitars” which enables Patsy to paint evocative and tender textured pictures with such descriptive lyrics. The angelic harmonic feel is evident from the first track “Under Your Wing” with harmonies which carry you along, and yet still allows Patsy’s impeccable vocals to shine through, before gently taking you onto a more laid-back lounge-feel track in “No Angel”. Love and emotions feature heavily throughout the album with every emotional pore being exposed throughout “Adoption” and “If You Ask Me” (which is my own personal favourite track of the album) and the feeling of missing in “Hotel Rooms”. The feel of the first track returns with the perfectly balanced vocals on “So The Same”, before a slightly faster pace is provided with “Hundred Guitars”, which like the following track, “Shining Silver”, complete with a haunting beginning is classic Patsy Matheson. The combination of mandolin intertwined with Patsy’s wonderful vocals provide a very special experience with “Water is over the Weir” before an incredible finale with “Sylvia Jean” which is a moving history and love story rolled into one and provides a fitting end to a very special album. From start to finish Patsy fourth solo album is like an expensive claret, smooth, rich and velvety which takes the listener into a warm glow of musical heaven

The album is released on 16th January and for more details please visit:
www.patsymatheson.co.uk

THE HOP HAILS ANGELO PALLADINO

With its arched red brick ceiling and an eager audience, the Hop had the ambience of a downtown American Blues/Rock bar as Angelo burst in to his set with the fans favourite “Two Crows”. Another couple of tracks from his much-acclaimed album “Blood, Blues and Bad Dreams” soon followed with “Midnight” and “Just Can’t Sleep” which worked in well with some of his unrecorded work and “Another Mystery Train” from his recently released EP “Broken Hearts Still Beat”. Angelo’s song-writing has a feel of Johnny Cash in the storytelling, with support for the downtrodden and out of luck people who still have the fight to battle on, while his stage presence is Britain’s answer to Bruce Springsteen in full-flow. His rendition of “Personal Jesus” had the crowd whooping with delight, as Angelo showed the skill and quality which almost made the brickwork weep in a performance which shone as brightly as the spotlights above. An incredible set ended with another all-time favourite in “Long Dark Of The Night” as Angelo created a “buzz” which very few performers can ever dream of attaining. If you missed this gig, make sure you catch his next one as this performer is very very special.

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FACTORY STREET STUDIO CHRISTMAS PARTY

Factory Street Studios are having a Christmas Party on Saturday 17th Dec, full details are on the following link.
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GLORIOUS NIGHTS OF MUSIC AT FACTORY STREET

Factory Street Studios and Yorkshire Gig Guide have teamed up bringing to Bradford an exciting series of musical nights featuring a mix of bands and open mic floor spots where performers and bands of all genres can come together and share. This is a great opportunity for new performers to gain experience in a friendly, fun musical community and for established artists to try out new songs. A place to enjoy music, feel good and have fun.

The evening will be held at Factory Street Studios and Factory Street is a not-for-profit organisation with initiatives that support the local community through artistic musical initiatives. The open mic/jam music evenings offer musicians a great opportunity to develop and share their music in a warm, friendly atmosphere.
The first night in the series, Tuesday December 27th will be full of festive fun featuring The Troubadors and Chris Martin “The Man in the Hat”. The Troubadors are rousing, passionate and uplifting performers and this acoustic West Yorkshire band is not to be missed. Music with heart and soul is the force that is The Troubadors. Fan of the Troubadors, Mike Harding BBC 2, recently said they are “real good stuff”. They will be supported by Bluesman and raconteur Chris Martin “The Man in a Hat”. Chris Martin says of himself, “Musically I‟m a blues shouter and guitarist, playing slide and finger style and also lap style. Throughout my long and varied musical career, I‟ve both thrilled and puzzled audiences the world over (well round Yorkshire)”. He may well talk more than he plays, but whatever happens you‟re bound to have a good time. Our second evening Tuesday January 3rd sees in the New Year with brilliant Bradford Band „The Rudiments‟. The Rudiments indie sounds have a rock „n‟ roll edge drawing influence from a wide variety of bands and artists with energetic live performances that thrills audiences.

The evenings will include open mic slots, floor spots are available of three songs each. Get in touch and book your place or just turn up on the night. First come first served. Alternatively just come and listen and enjoy the music.
Singers, Musicians and Performers, MCs, Bands, Comedians, Poets, all welcome for a Great Night of Live Music.
Spectators welcome. Come along and have a fun night!!! Free entry, Raffle, Bar.

Factory Street Studios, 9 Factory Street, Bradford, BD4 9NW. 01274 682125.
www.factorystreet.co.uk


Book a slot: Andrew Sugden andrew@yorkshiregigguide.co.uk Tel: 07885 377797

NOT TO BE MISSED - SUNDAY 11th DEC - ANGELO PALLADINO

Angelo Palladino will be performing “Live” at the Hop on Sunday 11th Dec, where he will be promoting his new 5 track EP titled “Broken hearts still beat”. The EP is the first offering for some time from one of the regions most admired performers, who is now in the process of hitting the road on a regular basis. The first track “Nighthawk” is typical top quality Angelo as the storyline gives vivid images which continue throughout the five tracks. “Make it right” increases the tempo and gives the listener the chance to foot-tap and finger drum at a pace, before the stripped bare and atmospheric “Limehouse” shows another side to the distinctive singer. Another change of direction comes with ”On the street”, before finishing with a song of both reflection and a 100% determination to fight back in “Another mystery tram” and shows what Angelo does so well, by taking the listener within the song and experience each and every emotion direction. Angelo is back and better than ever, don’t miss him “live” or the EP!

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THE ARTISTS - MAGIC WORDS EP

Following the release and subsequent high praise of their first EP last year, The Artists have now released their latest four-track offering titled “Magic Words”. The five-piece band consisting of Luke Thompson (Rhythm guitar & Lead vocals), Mitch Thompson (Lead guitar & vocals), Tom Webster (Percussion & drums) Louis Appleyard (Bass guitar) and Jack Mattison (Keyboard & vocals) combine perfectly to maintain and even surpass the “Trick or Treating” EP of 2010. The EP kicks-off with a lively start with “Here comes the storm” which allows each musician an equal opportunity to help deliver a clever and very rounded track. Track two “Forced to follow” is a very vocally powered track, although again, it allows the music to shine through the quality and strength of the unstrained vocals, before moving effortlessly on to a lighter feel with “Magic words”, which bounces along and gives the audience the chance to join in and be part of something special. The final track “Show me the way” shows the diversity of this up and coming back with a track which could easily be mistaken for a Beautiful South original, one can almost see Paul Heaton nodding in appreciation! Another step forward for a band who’s popularity is rising and is sure to continue rising for many years to come, a masterpiece from The Artists.

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LISA MARIE GLOVER "LIVE" AT THE HOP REVIEW

Playing solo at a venue normally experiencing bands of many genre and volume, can be a daunting experience for a female singer-songwriter, but Lisa Marie Glover rose to the challenge and wowed the audience at the Hop in Leeds last Sunday. With a set highlighting her engaging stage presence and immense ability, it included tracks from her recently released album “Einzelkind”, with “The First Place”, “Mad Mary” and “Lost Your Way” all of which blended in perfectly with covers of “Black Coffee” and “You Don’t Know Me” and her other well written compositions of “I Was Right” and “Jasper and Annabella”. Although influenced by Nina Simone, Eddie Reader and Joni Mitchell it is Lisa’s personality and the sheer substance she gives each song which separates her from many other modern-day singers. A talented songstress who is going to entertain music audiences wherever she plays for many years to come.

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ASHES EP REVIEW

The immediate power and energy of the band set the Rock juices flowing with the opening track “High”, which demonstrates the control and vigour of the instrument-playing and frontman Andy’s impressive vocals, which at times sound Daltrey-esque through to a lilt towards Paul Rogers on other occasions. It’s easy to imagine the second track, “Small Town Anthem” being the bands stadium encore which has a perfect beat to get the audience on full throttle. The pace quickens further with a high impact track titled “Massive Antics” which demonstrates great technical ability and enables the listener to foot-tap like its going out of fashion. While many “indie” bands fall into the trap of trying to blast every note on every track, Ashes are a band who can lower the volume when required, and enable them to get the songs storyline across without any noticeable dip in quality as shown in the final two tracks titled “More Lines Than I Deserve” and “10,000 Satellites”. Whilst the band has obvious influences, they still create something unique and fresh throughout an EP which can mix it with the best Rock bands around. My advice is to listen to the EP and catch the band “live” and you will soon realise that this is a band that are the complete package.

Listen to the tracks for free on SOUNDCLOUD

COPPAFEEL BREAST CANCER CHARITY GIG - OCTOBER 20TH

Cool Acoustics Promotions have arranged a fund-raising event for the CoppaFeel Breast Cancer Charity. The hard-working and vital charity will benefit from the final gig to be hosted by Cool Acoustics Promotions at the Royal Park Cellars venue. With five quality acts appearing, this is guaranteed to be a wonderful night of music. Please support this worthwhile cause and event.

Royal Park Cellars, Queens Road, Hyde Park, Leeds LS6 1NY
Thursday 20th October
Time 20-00 to 23-00
Admission £3-00 and Donations welcome

Featuring:
Jenni Noyes (Headliner)
Opie Deino
Jade & The Jilted Lovers
Pippa Lloyd
Dougie McCracken

For more information please visit:
COOL ACOUSTICS PROMOTIONS WEBSITE

MARCH OF DIMES RELEASE SLEEPING GIANT

Sleeping Giant is the new single from Leeds based, alt-country 5 piece March of Dimes - a 4 minute trans-country drive, based on all the experiences within. Released through Hope House Records on 3rd October 2011, it serves as a taster of the great new album the band are working on,
due out next spring.
Following their last release, the well received and loved 'From Those Who Were There' EP, this single finds March of Dimes considering issues of strength, resilience, reflection and self awakening - all tied together by a road trip that Dimes members Jonathan and Cat took together across Canada
with ex-Dimes guitarist Robin. It conjures a blend of alt.country and Americana - Fleetwood Mac, The Decemberists, R.E.M, The Acorn, Wilco - with great English bands like The Smiths, The Cure and James.
Lead singer Jonathan Moss says, ‘This song represents a time of distance, healing, scenery and resolution. The joy of the journey is in the verses, and the chorus tells of the pain at the destination.’ Working with new producer Ste Anders, together they have created a delicate balance of energy and ennui within Jonathan’s lyrics. Ste also produced the b-side, a special recording of new tune “The Navigation Song”. ‘It’s probably the best we’ve put on record to date, and rather than save it for the album we just wanted to get it out there’
Hear more about March of Dimes, and buy the single at the following website:
OFFICIAL MARCH OF DIMES WEBSITE

ACOUSTIC REVOLUTION ANNOUNCE AUTUMN GIG LIST

Acoustic Revolution have now announced their gig list from now until Christmas. The well-organised gigs give wonderful value for money, as they showcase some of the finest acoustic talent around.

The Venue THE ADELPHI, LEEDS
The Time 4PM – 7PM
The Cost £2 ON DOOR

Sat Oct 1st – Simon Widdowson + Ian Britt + Adriana Spina
Sat Oct 29th - Ryan Spendlove + Rosie Doonan + Wil Newman
Sat Nov 5th – Josh Harty + Ben Pike + Troy Faid
Sat Nov 19th - Curtis Eller and band + Spirit of John + McGowns
Sat Nov 26th - T G Elias + Marsicans
Sat Dec 3rd -The Woodwards & Lucky Fonz III + The Woven Project
Sat Dec 17th - Laura J Martin + Gary Stewart

NEW CLOTH CAT MUSIC COURSES ANNOUNCED

Following a hectic summer of exhibitions and events, Cloth Cat have just put the finishing touches to the autumn programme of courses which they will be running around Leeds from the week beginning 10th October and which will be:

Ableton Live (music production)
DJing: The Basic Concepts
Introduction To Guitar (for total beginners)
Developing Your Guitar Playing (Intermediate)
Sing YOUR Song (Vocal Development)

All the courses are 10 weeks in length (one session per week) and are FREE to those who are claiming any means tested benefits (although there's a one off payment of £3 which is an admin charge to the WEA). If you aren't claiming benefits it works out at £40 for the whole course.

You can find all the details about the courses on their website link below:
CLOTH CAT WEBSITE

If you would like to attend or need any more info please get in touch with Mike Jolly at mike@clothcatleeds.org.uk

LEEDS WOMENS AID CHARITY GIG 24th SEPTEMBER

Cool Acoustics Promotions have arranged a fund-raising event for the Leeds Women’s Aid Charity. The hard-working and vital charity will benefit from another of the well organised and memorable gig at the Royal Park Cellars hosted by Cool Acoustics Promotions. As usual there is wall to wall quality musicians and singers’ appearing on what is guaranteed to be a wonderful night of music. Please support this worthwhile cause and event.

Royal Park Cellars, Queens Road, Hyde Park, Leeds LS6 1NY
Saturday 24th September
Time 19-00 to 23-00
Admission £3-50 and Donations welcome

Featuring:
Matt Belmont Band
Anais
The Coopers
Sian Alexandra (Opie Deino)
Alice Ostapjuk
Steph Stephenson
Lisa Marie Glover

For more information please visit:
COOL ACOUSTICS PROMOTIONS WEBSITE


Leeds Women's Aid
Leeds Women's Aid is a registered UK charity (number: 1005884)
Their mission is to protect women and children in Leeds from the damage that domestic violence can inflict on their lives. They will do this because they believe that all women and children have the right to live their lives free from fear and harm. They will achieve this by providing women with choices from a range of services including temporary supported housing, outreach support, telephone support and floating support.
Leeds Women's Aid offers safe, emergency, temporary accommodation and support to any woman - with or without children - experiencing domestic violence.

They define domestic violence as physical, emotional, sexual or financial abuse by a partner, ex-partner, or any family member. They include forced marriage and forced prostitution. They do not include neighbourhood violence or stranger rape.

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LISA MARIE GLOVER - EINZELKIND

The eagerly awaited launch of Lisa Marie Glover’s 10-track CD “Einzelkind” took place on the 1st September to the delight of her ever expanding fan-base. The album is a credit to an incredible artist, who takes the listener on a musical journey of the highest quality, starting with superb musical depth with “The First Place” and continues to push the boundaries throughout the CD. With interwoven and well thought out styles with ”Lost Your Way”, to wonderful story-telling, and high anticipation of what the next line of lyrics will bring during ”Self Destruct”, before Lisa captures an angelic feel in “Grey”, and your expectations continue to rise and yet the quality never disappoints. Lisa’s enjoyment shines through fully during her joyous track ”Mad Mary” while her descriptive and harmonic feel continues during “Calculator” and “Please” before her final track “Wasting Time” makes the listener feel unique, as her voice touches you on a one to one basis. I’ve deliberately not mentioned all the tracks, not because they are inferior, but to let you sample the surprise element of someone with great vocal control, who can be hypnotic to angelical to strong and powerful at any given moment. An outstanding album from an outstanding singer-songwriter. A highly recommended album.

The album can be listened to and bought as a download by visiting
www.lisamarieglover.bandcamp.com

Please visit Lisa Marie’s official website for more details
www.lisamarieglover.co.uk

OPEN DAY AT FACTORY STREET STUDIOS

Factory Street Studios are holding an “Open Day” on Sunday 11th September

The studio will be open from 12-00pm to 6-00pm and a bar will be available during this time. Alex Eden will be demonstrating the studios analogue and digital recording mixing facilities, while sound artist Tom Parkinson will be performing cymatics with the ingredients of meringue

Ever heard of a silent drum kit? Roland will be showcasing their new state of the art HD-1 silent drum kit so pay a visit and be one of the first to see it in action.

There will also be a chance to create your very own 3D band T-shirt thanks to BeInvolved who will be bringing the Fablab Truck to the street.

Come early to get your 3D T-Shirt 12pm - 6pm.

Factory Street Studios, 9 Factory Street, Bradford BD4 9NW
01274 682125

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GET READY TO ROCK AT WICKET FEST!

MOVE over Leeds Festival because another rock event is taking place over the August Bank Holiday weekend.

The first Wicket Fest is happening at Morley Cricket Club on Sunday, August 28 and as well as hosting a line-up of great bands it will be raising money for two charities - Help For Heroes and Jane Tomlinson’s Run For All.

The day promises to have something for everyone with a family fun day turning into a much heavier rock affair later in the evening.

Local actress Diane Harrison, who has appeared in Coronation Street and Shameless, has been lined up as MC for the event, cricket club member Ryan Dowse will be DJing and Stagecoach stage school and Street Beat Scene dance group will be keeping the crowds entertained in between acts. Sarah James will be keeping the children busy with acting classes and games.

The full line-up has been confirmed and the day will kick off with tribute band Take That and Scream followed by Sarah James, Skyline, Gemma Hopton, Dylan Brierley, Elliotts Incentive, Dragen, Honeycomb Love, Reverbed and the headliners, rockers King Nothing.

Iraq war veteran Simon Brown will be opening the festival at 1pm.

Organisers are on the look-out for sponsors who could provide services and support on the day. Anyone who wants to get involved can contact Lee Jagger on 07803 245605.

ALICE OSTAPJUK - HUSH...ITS NO SECRET

After listening to Alice Ostapjuk’s debut EP, its hard to believe that it was only in April 2009 that she began teaching herself the guitar and began her solo career, such is the quality of her musicianship. Her unique voice, and lyrics which keeps the listener interested in the story being told throughout Sam’s Secret, shows a refreshing new talent has arrived on the music-scene. Paper Planes gives Alice the chance to prove she is willing to take chances during her songs with a surprise mid-track shift to percussion, which makes you listen even closer in the anticipation of what direction she’ll move to next. At the end of the wonderful track “The Chase”, the only disappointment for the listener is that this is only a 3-track EP and not a 13-track album. A great debut EP from an artist who looks destined to scale the musical heights in record time.

The official launch of the EP is on the 18th August and for more details please go to:
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THE LEEDS MUSIC HISTORY EXHIBITION

A local music and education charity is hoping to hit the right note with the people of Leeds, when it opens a unique event showcasing the city's exciting music scene this month.

Cloth Cat Studios, which is dedicated to improving people's lives through music in the area, is providing a rare opportunity to delve into the past at the Leeds Music History Exhibition, which will take place at Leeds Town Hall between Friday 12th and Saturday 27th August.

The exhibition is free to the general public who will be able to sample the eclectic range of musical activity founded in the city through displays of photos and other memorabilia collected over the last 50 years.

Held during the Leeds Fringe Festival, there will also be a one-off gig at Brudenell Social Club on Friday 19th August, featuring some of the bands who have been successful over the years including The Chris Reed Unit (from Red Lorry Yellow Lorry) and Nights On Mars featuring Philip Brennan from The Three Johns and Fiona Gregg from The Parachute Men .

The Leeds music scene has been a long and varied one, from the crooners of the 50s and 60s to the explosion of Punk and Rock in the 1970s, which led to guitar bands forming all over the city; and the Goth days of the early 80s through to the current day with local bands the Kaiser Chiefs and The Pigeon Detectives topping the charts.

The idea behind the exhibition is to celebrate the vast array of bands and musicians, along with promoters, DJs, shops, studios and producers, who have had an impact on the culture within the city as well as on a wider basis.

Mike Jolly, project co-ordinator, Cloth Cat, said: "We felt that a celebration of Leeds music was long overdue. There have been some fantastic performers to come out of the area over the years and this exhibition will give people an opportunity learn more about the local music scene as well as, we hope, rekindle some memories.

"There have also been many unsung heroes who have played a major role in defining local music culture and the resulting work of this project will give an insight in to the heritage of the city. We're also hoping to inspire a whole new generation of local bands."

The Leeds Music History Exhibition is open from 9am - 5pm each day.

CHARITY GIG - PLEASE SUPPORT

A day of “live” music in aid of the Children’s Liver Disease Foundation & The Liver Unit at the LGI, will be taking place at The Hollygarth in Ilkley from 2pm on Saturday 6th August.

Ilkley will be rocking to the performances of, reel jiggy (WEBSITE) mallory green (WEBSITE) jon carlisle (WEBSITE) under the gun (WEBSITE) and sirens & strings.

Tickets (advance and on the door) cost a very reasonable £5 with under 12s being admitted free of charge.

Tickets & info can be obtained from Dave on 01943 968311

Official website PLEASE CLICK HERE

BACKGROUND TO THE EVENT:
At 9 weeks of age, Ilkley boy Amos Harker underwent a 7-hour emergency operation to save his life due to a liver condition called Biliary Atresia. This disease is present from birth and its cause is unknown. Now a year old, thanks to the work of Ward 12 at Leeds General Infirmary, Amos has made a fantastic recovery and continues to inspire everyone he meets with his strength and happiness. Unfortunately there is a chance Amos will be one of the many babies who despite the initial surgery
will require a full liver transplant in the next few years of life.

In thanks to Ward 12, and in support of the Children’s Liver Disease Foundation who research diseases including biliary atresia, Amos’ family and friends created the Fundraiser in aid of the two organisations.

FSS ROCK SCHOOL - SUMMER 2011.

Rock School is a week long taster into the music industry for eight lucky people. Funded places are available for Incommunities residents. If you know of anybody who would benefit from this experience please put them in touch with Factory Street Studios as soon as possible as places are limited.

Rock School 2011 Holiday Times:

Monday 1st August – Friday 5th August (13-18)
Monday 8th August – Friday 12th August (13-18)
Monday 22nd August – Friday 26th August (9-12)
Monday 29th August– Friday 2nd September (13-18)

Thirteen16 formed at Rock School Summer 2009 and are billed to play Bingley Music Live in September 2011.

For more details please click HERE or telephone 01274 682125.

STEVE FLETCHER - EP REVIEW

From the first note of “Love Me Or Leave Me” your feet are tapping and your fingers drumming as Steve starts his EP in fine style. From foot-tapping to feet-stamping while having a shot or two of Jack Daniels during “Shoot Me” and pure sock-it-to-em Blues with the “Worried World Blues” soon follow as Steve gets into full flow. The power of Steve’s vocals are demonstrated fully on the wonderful acoustic “Going Down To The Devil”, while some powerful and heavy guitar-work combines with a sound reminiscent of a US Marines marching song on the bonus band track of “Work Hard For My Baby” which finishes off an impressive EP from the Sheffield-based singer-songwriter. Seeing Steve “Live” is something very special, however, this offering is as close as you can get to getting the true “feel” of Steve’s music.

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EXCITING TIMES FOR LMP AND JESSICA LEE MITCHELL

LMP Media Services are proud to have linked-up with Leeds-based illustrator Jessica Lee Mitchell. Jess is currently studying Textile Crafts at Huddersfield University. Her skilled illustrating is now attracting admirers from far beyond her West Yorkshire base and Jess has already been approached by a music media company with a view of designing album sleeves for bands within the UK. For further details contact: jess.mitchell@hotmail.co.uk or click on to her impressive website HERE

Articles and reviews written by Leeds Music Promotions are now being publicised on the following music-related websites;

My Music Manager - to view please click on the article posted on June 11th

Triond.com - to view please click HERE
Musicouch - to view please click HERE
Webupon - to view please click HERE
Twitter - @musicsuccess1