New Website in Progress
Hi there. Please bear with us while we migrate our old website into this new ‘smart’ version. We’re replacing all our old ‘flash’ photo galleries and jukeboxes with smartphone-friendly alternatives and generally overhauling the look and feel of the site with the help of Andy at DreamAbstract.
Some of the new content will link back to the old website pages for now but they will gradually be replaced by the new pages.
Digitdoc Records Welcomes Guy Calhoun
Guy Calhoun has now arrived at Digitdoc Records – his LP, Somewhere You Can Go, will be available to purchase from the 1st December.
The album launch will take place at the Bristol Folk House on the evening of Sunday 30th November. Tickets are available from the venue (telephone 0117 926 2987).
John Sharp Senior
It is with great sadness that we have to report the death of one of our musical friends, John Sharp senior, after a short illness. We all send our sincere condolences to his son, Johnny Sharp, his mother and the rest of his family.
One of our fondest memories of John is when he and his son accompanied Shar Baby in a gig on board the Resnova floating restaurant during Dartmouth Music Festival 2010….
Shar Baby inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame
Congratulations to Shar Baby on her induction into the Blues Hall of Fame !!!
Party on the Hill 2012
A message to all you music lovers out there – don’t forget it’s Party on the Hill time in Cotham, Bristol this afternoon in aid of the Bristol Children’s Hospital. Headlining this year is one of Bristol’s favourite live bands, The Bones. Our own Chris D’Avoine is supporting with Dada Shango.
Shar Baby Scoops Indie Music Channel Awards
Congratulations to Shar Baby for her recent triumphs at the Indie Music Channel Awards in Hollywood, California. She was nominated in 6 categories…
1) Album of the year – Eleven o’clock Blues
2) Best Female Blues Artist of the Year for the song “Keep Your Mind to Yourself”
3) Best Female Blues Artist of the Year for the song “Slippin”
4) Best Blues Band of the Year…..SharBaby & the Rhythm Blues Band
5) Best Blues Song of the Year…..”Keep Your Mind to Yourself”
6) Best Blues Live Performance of the Year….SharBaby & the Rhythm Blues Band
…and won in 3, very kindly allowed others to win the rest. Her awards were:
4) Best Blues Band of the Year…..SharBaby & the Rhythm Blues Band
5) Best Blues Song of the Year…..”Keep Your Mind to Yourself”
6) Best Blues Live Performance of the Year….SharBaby & the Rhythm Blues Band
The Funkinsteins at the King's Arms
Tonight at The King’s Arms, Bristol: The Funkinsteins.
As Venue once wrote:
“Playing a lively amalgamation of sheer funk and rock, the Funkinsteins are able to push their overwhelming charisma in the face of any audience. With their energy fuelled fusion of feel good tunes, it’s an experience they are sure to enjoy.”
So… prepare for a funking great time!
Party on the Hill 2011
It’s Party on the Hill weekend in Cotham, Bristol in aid of the Bristol Children’s Hospital. Here are a few shots of King of Hearts and Mystery Slang on stage.
A Thankyou Message
Many thanks to Tiphaine and Jolie for arranging a wonderful send-off for Tanja. After a beautiful ceremony at Canford Crematorium, we all celebrated Tanja’s life at one of her favourite pubs, The Duke of York in St. Werburghs. From tasteful burlesque by Tuesday Laveau to heavy prog rock by Gonga and all manner of entertainment in between, Tanja’s friends gave her a party she would have approved of.
A Sad Loss
It is with deep sadness that we announce the untimely death of our artist and friend, Tanja Rice. After battling with cancer with great fortitude for some months, she was finally overwhelmed Thursday night, comforted by her father Ken and partner Steve.
While we will all miss her, Tanja leaves behind her the legacy of a beautiful 2 year old daughter, her music and many memories of better days.
We send our heartfelt condolences to her family, partner and friends.
For those of you who can make it, Tanja’s funeral is 9 a.m. Friday (29th July) at Canford Crematorium in Bristol. She would prefer people not to wear black if possible. Then at 11 a.m. there is a celebration of her life at the Duke of York, Jubilee Rd, St.Werburghs. I understand there will be a p.a. so bring down an instrument if you would like to play a tune for Tanja.