24/06/08: Andy Grant

Check out new sounds here on Dolfin - new singer/songwriter Andy Grant has sent us his song and you can here it on our bands page here and see his gigs on our gig listings page here.

27/05/08: Stompin’ on the Quomps

Organisers of Stompin’ on the Quomps are delighted to announce a major sponsorship agreement with Waitrose Christchurch.
The alfresco music festival, broadly based on a genre of Smooth Jazz, is set in the tranquil surroundings of Christchurch Quay with bands such as Lemon Grove, Not Just Sax and The Taverners Big Band performing on the Victorian Bandstand.
"Waitrose are delighted to have the opportunity to be involved with an event that not only delivers quality entertainment but celebrates good food and drink, making the many thousands who attend, want to return time and time again”, said Dominic Jones, Branch Manager of Waitrose Christchurch.
“This cannot be achieved without a real passion for what you do and the organisers must be congratulated for what promises to be another popular event this year. We have just launched our new summer TV advert, which shows everyone enjoying delicious picnic food on the ‘Biggest Picnic Blanket in the World’ and what better place to have a picnic than on this special occasion."
As part of the sponsorship agreement, the event will be branded: ‘Stompin’ on the Quomps’, sponsored by Waitrose, suppliers of the perfect picnic
Adrian Dwyer, co-founder and organiser of the event said that “securing sponsorship from a quality brand such as Waitrose is an endorsement of our desire and vision to produce a high quality event that has widespread appeal in the Community”.
Stompin’ on the Quomps is free to the public, the event paid for by public donation and sponsorship, and the deal with Waitrose has financially secured the event for 2008.
Stompin’ on the Quomps is Saturday 2nd August 2008, starting at midday, finishing at 10pm at Christchurch Quay.

More information is available at www.stompin.org

23/05/08: Saraband

**** On SUNDAY 25 MAY Chaplins is hosting a great nite with Saraband's 40 year reunion ****

This is going to be such a wonderful night of stunning Folk Rock, with lovely harmonies and fun songs.

Please come to Chaplins if you can this Sunday, it would mean a lot to me and Saraband.

http://www.myspace.com/sarabandtheband

Saraband were a folk band which formed in 1967 in Rochdale, Manchester.
The members were Frank Harrison, Barbara Yates, and Stewart Maudsley. You may recognise Frank Harrison as it is James Harrison' s Dad; now known as Steve Harrison from Harrison Avenue duo.

Saraband performed many television and radio shows as well as recording for DECCA and doing a special performance at the Royal festival hall in London.
Later to travel the length and breadth of the UK performing at university's and concert halls with great success.

After 40 years they have decided to get back together to perform a few reunion concerts.

Saraband are also on Hope FM on Wednesday 28 May and also at SIRIUS with Tinderbox and Alex Roberts on Wednesday 28 May. - Fiona Anderson

19/05/08: Chaplins

Got a fabulous line up this Sunday at Chaplins:

James Harrison has a residency at Chaplins on Sundays and always surprises us with his new original songs and covers from great song writers like Paul McCartney, Queen, Steve Harrison, Billy Joel, Ben Cornish, John Lennon, Si Genaro, Cat Stevens, ELO, Pete Christie, The Beatles, Dire Straits, The Genaro Project and Bill Bailey.
James also does all the sound throughout the night.

http://www.myspace.com/jamesharrisonuk

This week's great line up:

** Songbird and Abi **
http://www.myspace.com/laurenbannon
sounds like Eva Cassidy and Norah Jones

** The Douglas Firs **
http://www.myspace.com/douglasfirsmusic

The Douglas Firs are all about the wood.

Suzy was born in a forest and spends most her time singing to the trees and listening to their stories.

Jimmy isn't a mute but rarely speaks out loud. He whispers occasionally through his guitar. Together they translate stories into songs and bring the trees to the towns.

** Victor Brox **
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victor_Brox

Manchester Blues legend & multi-instrumentalist Victor Brox has played alongside the likes of B.B. King, Jimi Hendrix, Charlie Mingus, John Mayall, Eric Clapton, Alexis Korner, Keith Moon & Nico to name a few as well as being a key band member in Aynsley Dunbar Retaliation & has led his own Victor Brox Blues Train band for many years. He continues to gig around the world & makes a rare appearance in Dorset this weekend. Don't pass over this chance to see one of the last of the great music eccentrics ever.

Hope youcan come and join us!

Fi_x

15/05/08: Paul Hart

Paul Hart, the founder of the Barrelhouse Blues Club in Sturminster Newton, Dorset, and founder and leader of the Barrelhouse Blues band/orchestra, sadly died last week of a heart attack.
He was a very descent guy, a fine guitarist, vocalist and sculptor...and of course a tireless purveyor of the blues both as a musician and a fan/promoter.
He will be missed by those who knew him locally and nationally.
Paul Hills, Bluehill Music Agency, Bournemouth

08/05/08: PEACHY JANE

Original pop/rock band Peachy Jane are being featured in an hour long special show on Forest FM this Saturday night at 11pm. The show will broadcast live recordings of the recent Breakthrough gig held on the19th April in Verwood. Songs from Zac Harris and Victor who were the support on the night will also be aired. Tune in at www.forestfm.co.uk

14/04/08: DEEP RED

Local Bournemouth covers band Deep Red have just launched their new web site. Go to www.deepredband.co.uk

10/04/08: SOASIS

Soasis are a six piece authentic Oasis tribute band. No wigs, no backing tracks, soasis recreate the real oasis experience with amazing energy playing all the classic songs as if they were their own, this is more than a tribute, this is Oasis from a parallel universe.

The band members have been fanatical followers of Oasis since they emerged on the british music scene back in the early 90s and feel they are now the only band in the world that can perform these classic songs with the passion with which they were once played ! If you want to know what it felt and sounded like to see Oasis during the mid 90s then you must check out this gig on 10th May at the Old Fire Station.. For a preview check out their websites: www.soasis.co.uk www.myspace.com/soasis

09/04/08: BOARD RIDERS TOUR

BOARD RIDERS IN TOWN!!

The Board Riders Party brought to you YDNA, Reef Brazil, Vestal Watches, West Wetsuits, Creature, Lush Longboards and Independent goes on Tour in May !! It will be kicking off the summer in style all along the South Coast and into Devon and Cornwall !!

The night will showcase live music from Them Is Me - ft members of Reef, Basement Jaxx and Lady Sovereign! Rogerthat touring from the Gold Coast, Australia and an acoustic performance from the Clams.

Transworld Surf Film, Tomorrow Today Premiere. Some of the most radical surfing ever captured on film from Dane Reynolds, Bobby Martinez, Mike Losness, Yadin Nichol, and Clay Marzo.

During the night an eclectic mix of tunes will entertain well in to the early hours and with giveaways from all the surf & skate brands involved you will no doubt get more than you bargained for !!

Doors are 8pm until 2am and tickets are £5, for sale in advance at www.seetickets.com and on the door each night if it is not sold out already !

Held in Walkabout venues on the following dates - Tuesday 13th May – Southampton, Thursday 15th May – Brighton, Friday 16th May – Bristol, Tuesday 20th May – Bournemouth, Thursday 22nd May – Newquay, Friday 23rd May – Plymouth.

When the band Reef split, Jack Bessant (Bass) and Gary Stringer (Vocals) decided to take it easy. Now with Nathan ‘Tugg’ Curran on Drums (Basement Jaxx) and Jonas Jalhay on Guitar (Lady Sovereign) they are playing music again... and rocking! Them is Me are due to release an album and single summer 2008.

Rogerthat are a band from Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast, Australia. They combine a funky style with a Chili Peppers / Sublime-esgue performance whom have been known to burst into Hendrix covers too!! They have been headlining the Wonderland festival 2006 & 2007 and the Quiksilver Pro, Gold Coast Surf Comp’ 2007. They have recently played the Big Day out and toured with the Beautiful Girls. And If you been watching the Association of Suring Professionals online surf coverage you’l recognise a few tunes! They are set to release their mini album – the Vanilla Gorillas in Europe in May 2008.

Clams –have been said to resemble Kings of Leon brought up on a drip feed diet of Jack Daniels, fresh pot and Black Sabbath! They have graced the stage of Brixton Academy when supporting Audio Slave, featured in Rock Sound Magazines ‘Top 100 to look out for‘ and rumoured to have several recording deals on the table. They will be playing a rare acoustic set, make no mistake.. These guys are the UK’s best kept secret !!

You are also likely to catch films such as Creatures Black Metal, Independents North West, Bobby Martinez Mixed Tape by Reef, Lush Longboards 6.1 and Faltown The Art Of going Sideways on the many screens around the venues.

Up to 4000 board-riders, pro riders & industry folk will all be in attendance at these shows, make sure u don’t miss it !! Get on it folks!

www.boardriderspromotions.com
www.myspace.com/themismeofficial
www.myspace.com/rogerthatofficial
www.myspace.com/clams

If you would like further information on sponsorship / promotion / flyers / images of the bands / how to get tickets, please contact Andy @ BOARD RIDERS PROMOTIONS on 01202 555455 or ydnasurfdude@yahoo.com.

08/04/08: BOARD RIDERS TOUR

The tour will feature live music from THEM IS ME (members of Reef, Basement Jaxx and Lady Sovereign!), ROGERTHAT from Burleigh Heads, Australia, and the Clams playing acoustically.

Transworld Surf Film - Tomorrow Today will be premiered on the big screens. The tour will be travel along the south coast and into the west country this May. See some of the most radical surfing ever captured on film from Dane Reynolds, Bobby Martinez, Mike Losness, Yadin Nichol, and Clay Marzo.

The evenings are sponsored by Reef Brazil, Creature Skateboards, Vestal Watches, West Wetsuits, Lush Longboards, Independent, YDNA and more ! So watch out for give-aways, raffles, team riders, great films and the Uplifter Dj entertaining till the early hours.

Doors are at 8pm, tickets are £5, for sale in advance at www.seetickets.com.

The Board-Riders Parties be in Walkabout venues on the following dates / locations - Tuesday 13th May – Southampton, Thursday 15th May – Brighton, Friday 16th May – Bristol, Tuesday 20th May – Bournemouth, Thursday 22nd May – Newquay, Friday 23rd May – Plymouth.
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Locations / Addresses

Tuesday 13
SOUTHAMPTON WALKABOUT
31-32 High St. Southampton. SO14 2DF. United Kingdom
Tel: 02380 221 764

Thursday 15
BRIGHTON WALKABOUT
79-81 West Stree. East Sussex. BN1 2RA. United Kingdom
Tel: 01273 719364

Friday 16
BRISTOL WALKABOUT
40 Corn St, Bristol, BS1 1HQ, United Kingdom
Tel : 0117 9300 181

Tuesday 20
BOURNEMOUTH WALKABOUT
156-164 Old Christchurch Rd. Bournemouth. BH1 1NL. United Kingdom
Tel : 01202 295 072

Thursday 22
NEWQUAY WALKABOUT
The Crescent. Newquay. Cornwall
TR7 1DS
Tel : 01637 853 000

Friday 23
PLYMOUTH WALKABOUT
5 Union St. Plymouth. PL1 2SU. United Kingdom
Tel : 01752 825 650

30/03/08: Pointy Field FESTIVAL 12th and 13th September 2008

The Pointy Field Faust Fest is the coolest, cosiest festival of music
and performing arts in the South. Located in a beautiful oasis tucked
away on the edge of the New Forest, the festival provides great music,
and all of the anarchic antics that turn a weekend away into the holiday
of a lifetime for the whole family.

Pointy Field Faust Fest
Sea View, School Road
Thorney Hill
Dorset
BH23 8DS

Phone: +44 (0)7834 992725
Email: pointyfield@faustuss.com
Website url: http://pointyfield.faustuss.com/

30/03/08: Need a photographer?

Check out Forest Friends Photography

29/03/08: Peachy Jane

Five piece pop/rock outfit Peachy Jane are being featured as Forest FM's Breakthough Artist of the month for April 2008. The band will be live on Tony Warrens show, Wired, from 8.00pm Monday 31st March. You can listen online here at www.forestfm.co.uk Peachy Jane will also be playing at The New Legion on Saturday 19th March - tickets are £5.00 on the door or in advance from Forest FM studios or via The Musical Bus by calling 01425-483105 between 10:00 and 19:00 Monday - Friday) Listen to Peachy Jane here

13/03/08: Mr Kyps

Great Pretender (Queen Tribute) Special Offer!

We are running a competition for the Great Pretender's show at Mr Kyps TONIGHT - Thursday 13th March!!

The Great Pretender return to Mr Kyps for the first time since their triumphant, packed-out appearance at the Bournemouth Opera House and we are nearing another sell-out for a three-day run of this unbelievable tribute at Mr Kyps!!

We have ten pairs of tickets to give away to tonight's show; to be in with a chance simply complete the following Queen song title: Crazy Little Thing Called ****??

Simply send an email to 'competition@mrkyps.net' with the answer in the subject line, and don't forget to include a name and contact number, so we can inform you if you've been lucky enough to receive the free tickets!!!

More info on the gig at www.mrkyps.net or www.greatpretender.co.uk

12/03/08: Thomas Tripp Live

Just a reminder of a unique event this saturday at the tripp live, bargates,xchurch.
MARTIN TURNERS WISHBONE ASH will be playing the 1972 classic ARGUS album live from start to finish in track order...plus another long set of early,rarely played wishbone material...
If you fancy that, see you saturday..OR alternatively, RITCHIE MILTON AND THE LOWDOWN are playing thursday at the all seated blues night...fab soulful,7 piece blues act, written tunes for ruby turner and otis grand, feat dick hanson on trumpet and linda hall on vocals, grrr...(supported by renegade!!!)

04/03/08: Pete Christie

Fans of Pete Christie can listen to his latest radio interview.
Pete was on Original 106 - Showcase with Xan Phillips Sunday 02_03_08

Listen or download the interview at
http://www.original106.com/article.php?id=499091

There are some good anecdotes and stories from Pete's extensive musical history, plus 2 recordings done at Original - 'Waiting in the Wings' and 'Normal Shade of Blue'....both Pete Christie classics.

This will be a good one for you to attend...Pete is headlining at Mr Kyps on Thursday 10 April - NOT TO BE MISSED!!!!

10/02/08: New Jazz Venue
The Fisherman's Haunt Hotel
Winkton
Christchurch
01202 477283
Every second Wednesday From 8pm till 11pm starts 23rd January 2008.
Free admission
Why not come and join us with the
Panama Hat New Orleans Jazz Band.

09/01/08: Message from Jim Burgess

Hey up!

Wishing you a happy new year! I will be playing at The Musician on Clyde St, Leicester on Tuesday 15th January.

My first show of new year with some new songs added to the set. Following that I will be at Wolverhampton Civic Hall on the 26th January as part of UK unsigned competition.

I have now allowed all songs on myspace to be downloaded for Free with new addition of the track 'Pornstars' plus track 'Oklahoma' I would love to hear what you think. Please feel free to get in touch.

Thanks & All The Best

Cheers

Jim Burgess

www.jimburgess.co.uk

www.myspace.com/jimburgessmusic

10/12/07: New Blues Night at The Thomas Tripp Xch

Hi Blues fans,

J ust a reminder that we are starting a new seated blues night on Dec 13th with the incredible SPIKEDRIVERS, PLUS WEE BLUE FOLK...

Because of late opening in mid jan we wont have one till thurs 14th feb in the shape of THE STUART JAMES BAND, who headlined the Christchurch Festival last July.
Others booked include:
MARCH 13TH ritchie milton and the lowdown(terrific 6 piece soulful blues) spt tbc
APRIL 10TH The blues pack, feat 3 great vocalists, EARL GREEN (PAUL LAMB BAND), PAUL COX(SOUL INTENTIONS, FREE AT LAST, JOHN SLAUGHTER, FRANKIE MILLERS FULLHOUSE), and JOHN SMYTHE, THEY ARE ALL BACKED BY PAUL COXS GREAT BAND.
MAY 8TH MICK PINI BAND- A great veteran guitarist of the blues scene with his trio.
All acts will have support bands of good quality and all events seated with 7 pounds entrance, for the comfort of both your legs and your wallet.
There will be a bonus blues gig on friday april the 18th, when the 6 piece baddest blues band will be appearing,feat zoe schwartz,rob coral,si genaro etc.
We hope you will give this your fullest support, as we all know how precarious the blues scene is in this neck of the woods, and none of these bands has been here for many years , if at all.
thanks, Paul Hills.

08/12/07: The Chequers

I though that you might like to know that the Chequers at Lytchett Matravers is back in action as a live music venue after being dormant for some 20 years. First band to appear is none other than Total Recall, this Friday, 7th December 2007. Check it out. You won't be disappointed.

Cheers - Roj

Total Recall - http://www.musiconline.eclipse.co.uk/totalrecall/

Bazuzu Unofficial News -
Bournemouth UK Alternative Music. Reviews, News, Gossip, Rumours, Pictures & Links - http://www.musiconline.eclipse.co.uk/bazuzu/

04/12/07: Mr Kyps:

Mr Kyps Presents The Opera House!

Book your tickets NOW for THE GREAT PRETENDER at The Opera House on Sat 12th January by clicking this link:
http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/user/?region=gb_south&query=detail&event=245048

Book your tickets NOW for PRINCE BUSTER at The Opera House on Sat 26th April by clicking this link:
http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/user/?region=gb_south&query=detail&event=246278

12/11/07 Mr Kyps

The Great Pretender will be appearing at The Opera House on Saturday 12th January!

This will be the first of Mr Kyps Presents at the Opera House and we thought who better than to test the water with than our most popular act.

The newly refurished venue is beautiful - check the website www.operahouse.co.uk to see pictures of the magnificent £1.5million restoration.

Tickets are £10adv and can be purchased NOW via this link:
http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/user/?region=gb_south&query=detail&event=245048

05/11/07 - Thomas Tripp

What a magic week we have as well...
It starts early this week with a 10 piece latin samba band in the form of the latin project on tuesday....with well established samba king Perry Clayton & friends....
Wednesday gives us the usual, high quality local live entertainment with media circus, Helen Keller & unknown trend...all finished off with a dirtysoul dj set......all that for £3.00 eh!?!....cant be bad.....
Friday gives us the awesome who's who tribute band....visit http://www.thewhotribute.com for more details on them.....
And Saturday proves to be equally stonkin' with the local talents of Dubheart ......
All in all... A jolly fine week for you all to enjoy......
Don't forget the all seated Johnnie Scotts Jazz Club on Tuesday 13th featuring Mark Nightingale who just happened to be Frank Sinatras trombonist and is now stings!!!! I wouldn't want to miss this one...would you??? Plus the awesome Larry Miller coming to Christchurch on Fri 7th dec... Visit http://www.larrymiller.co.uk for details of him.....and if that wasn't enough.....focus give us a welcome re-visit on Thursday 22nd nov... Further details at http://www.focustheband.com/english.html ...

05/11/07: Mr Kyps - latest info from Kyps

This week at Mr Kyps is very exciting because on Friday we will be welcoming two drumming greats! Of particular excitement is the fact that our venue is actually listed on the Red Hot Chili Peppers' website (here: http://www.redhotchilipeppers.com/news/news.php?uid=507). There are very few tickets left for the Drum Clinic so book now to avoid disappointment.

Dani Wilde, who we gushed about to you all before the gig, rightly went down an absolute storm and we're immenely looking forward to her return in the New Year. An incredible voice on such a young person, she will surely go far.Check Mr Kyps webs

In other acoustic news, hot Aussie guitarist Derrin Nauendorf appeared live on BBC Radio Solent this Saturday, speaking and playing to Sally Taylor on the morning show. Derrin will be back at Mr Kyps at the star of January for a very rare one-time only comeback appearance with the superb percussionist Dave Downing. To listen to the show please follow this link to the BBC website:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/hampshire/content/articles/2006/11/30/solent_sally_taylor_feature.shtml

As we mentioned last week, we have recently confirmed November's CuRioSiTy after some tough negotiations and nail-biting waiting - Pete and the Pirates will be our headliners on Wednesday 28th November, with support from Fortune Drive (last seen here supporting Mohair in February) + new local outfit Mezzotints. Here's a few quotes on P&tP to whet your appetite:
“An enchanting romantic highlight...so assured for such a young outfit” – The Independent
“Harmonised indie-punk through a cracked psych filter” – Time Out
"Romantic, chivalrous, quixotic and humourous" - musicOMH.com
"Another indie gem” – NME
"Quirky yet hugely diverse band that exudes emotion in all its guises" - new-noise.net
“Joyous, quintessentially English retro-rock” – The Fly
“God-like pop genius” - Artrocker
Check the myspace to listen to tracks and link to the bands' own pages:
www.myspace.com/curiosityrocks

23/10/07: Mr Kyps

Mr Kyps are very sorry to announce that the following gigs have been cancelled:

Sam Brown - Thursday 25th October
The Move - Thursday 1st November,
Aswad - Saturday 3rd November, which has now been replaced with a FREE GIG featuring:

THE MODS: see live gigs page for details.

Anyone with tickets to a cancelled gig please contact them for a full refund. If you bought your tickets online then Ticketweb will be contacting you. They hope to reschedule the gigs for sometime next year.

17/10/07: Jim Burgess

Jim will be playing this years ITC festival in Manchester this Saturday. It will be at M19 Bar in Levenshulme at around 7pm.

Sat 20th Oct - M19 Bar, 847 Stockport Road, Levenshulme, Manchester
0161 224 8135 www.m19bar.com

15/10/07: Mr Kyps

We have to regrettably announce the cancellation of Sam Brown on Thursday 25th October, due to the return of her vocal health problems. We are very sorry for both Sam and all our customers that this has had to happen again, but sadly there is little we can do when health is involved.

Also the planned show for Aswad on Saturday 3rd November has now been replaced with FREE GIG featuring The Mods: www.themodsband.com

Anyone with tickets to either cancelled gig please contact us for a full refund. If you bought your tickets online then Ticketweb will be contacting you. We hope to rescheduled the gigs for sometime next year.

02/10/07: James Harrison

James's upcoming performances:

17 Oct 2007 20:00
Sirius - Tudor grange Hotel (as - Harrison Avenue) Bournemouth
31 Oct 2007 19:30
MR KYPS POOLE
23 Nov 2007 20:00
The Old Barn New milton
23 Dec 2007 19:30
The Hobbits Hythe, South
25 Jan 2008 20:00
The Old barn New Milton, South
3 Feb 2008 19:30
The hobbits Hythe, South
13 Apr 2008 19:30
The Hobbits Hythe, South

NEW - Harrison Avenue launch at Sirius and Bournemouth Folk Club (by Fiona Anderson):

The launch of 'Harrison Avenue' - James Harrison and Steve Harrison :
James - local singer songwriter
- http://www.myspace.com/jamesharrisonuk
and
Steve - originator of 70's folk group 'Saraband'
- http://www.myspace.com/sarabandtheband
is something I have been waiting to experience live for about a year now....or maybe longer :o)

James has been busy getting his solo singer songwriter career underway for the last two and a half years but whenever he goes back home he always has a jam with his Dad; so it always seemed natural that one day they would share their lovely songs and harmonies with a wider audience.

Steve taught James to play but he is too modest to admit to that.

Saraband had a big reunion in Manchester in January 2007 and James was asked to perform as support.
Then Saraband had a private outdoor performance this Summer in Lymington, where James and his former duo performering partner, Ben Cornish, of their 'the difference' wowed Saraband. It's a mutual thing!
They are all great musicians but Steve likes to tease he only knows 3 chords...yeah right!!

There are few Father and Son Duo's on the circuit. A point of difference as I call it.

Harrison Avenue are making their performing debuts at Sirius, Tudor Grange on Wednesday October 17 and the Bournemouth Folk Club, Centre Stage on Sunday 4 November.
Mike at HRB (Hospital Radio Bedside) interviewed them last month in anticipation of the launch.

Debut pic taken at HRB (Hospital Radio Bedside) interview

28/09/07: James Harrison

James is playing Mr Kyps on Wednesday 31st October... here's a link: http://www.mrkyps.net/gigdetails.asp?eventID=1285

17/09/07: Jim Burgess - message from Jim...

"At very short notice I will be playing this Tuesday 18th September at Keos Bar, Braunstone gate, Leicester. Doors open at around 7.30pm.

New song 'oklahoma' is now available to listen to from www.myspace.com/jimburgessmusic or the main website, plus some older tracks are also available.

Live Video of track 'Hello, me mate' is now on myspace for viewing.

Please get in touch I'd love to hear your comments!"

Tue 18th Sep - Keos Bar, Leicester
Sat 20th Oct - M19 Bar, Manchester (IN THE CITY)

30/08/07: Mr Kyps - Free ticket giveaway - Never the Bride!

We have five pairs of tickets to give away to this Saturday's 'Kyp's birthday bash' Never The Bride gig!

Check out a video and quotes about the band, who are fronted by the extremely talented Nikki Lambourn (comparisons with Tina Turner and Janis Joplin) by clicking www.mrkyps.net and checking out the front page article.

To enter the competition please follow these simple instructions:
Send an email to competition@mrkyps.net with your name as the subject.

The winners will be notified by 4pm on Friday.

Good Luck! - Mr Kyps

24/08/07: Blues Etc - Newsflash

The Kings Arms gig on the 26th August has been brought forward to 6.30pm.

22/08/07: Jim Burgess - latest news

Hi,

I will be playing this Saturday (25th August) at The Blue Cat Cafe, Manchester (http://www.myspace.com/bluecatmusic)

A new video has been uploaded to the main website & myspace This is of my first live show. Check out the new song 'Hello, Me Mate' live at The Charlotte, Leicester. Let me know what you think!

Sat 25th Aug - Blue Cat Cafe, Manchester
Sat 20th Oct - M19 Bar, Manchester (IN THE CITY)

New track 'Oklahoma' is being mixed at the moment and will be available in the 2 weeks.

22/08/07: James Harrison - newsflash

Bio update:

James Harrison, a young singer song writer performer who has been playing various pub and Hotel venues, Mr Kyps, events and festivals on the South Coast, for over 2 years.

You can review his MySpace (we are revamping the main website at the moment as we have had it for over 2 years)

http://www.myspace.com/jamesharrisonuk

James has developed a lovely piano and guitar set, with original songs and some covers; which appeals to a wide audience.

James played at Shore Thing, Avon Beach Restaurant in Mudeford last week to rave reviews: the audience just wanted more. It really inspired me and got me back into promoting him.

James brings all his own instruments - piano, guitars and has a full PA if required.

James is currently recording his second album; This Harrison Unit is Malfunctioning

Event

The Old Barn
Gore Road New Milton
Friday 24 August 2007
8.30 start
Free entry
Great Menu



Fiona Anderson
Manager James Harrison
07933 178 996
http://www.myspace.com/jamesharrisonuk


I have been Filming and Photographing James's musical career since March 21 2005.
http://www.myspace.com/megapics
http://www.myspace.com/soundz4

21/08/07: Swanage Blues & Roots Festival

5, 6, 7 October 2007

Free admission to all venues

(except restaurants, where conditions apply)

Visit www.bluesroots.org for more info

20/08/07: Black Bart and Peachy Jane live at The Joiners - only £4.50 adv.

Peachy Jane gig at The Joiners featuring Black Bart as the headline act on Sunday 26th August Bank Holiday - www.ticketmaster.co.uk or www.joinerslive.co.uk or go to www.peachyjane.co.uk for tickets.

20/08/07: Mr Kyps

Thursday 23rd
Jadis
Jadis are a four-piece progressive rock band from the south of England, who became a full-time gigging outfit in 1987 when they supported IQ on their 'Nomzamo' tour of Britain and Europe. Their unique sound is a powerful mix of overdriven guitar, haunting guitar solos, emotional song melodies, vocal harmonies and dynamic song structures.
£10adv

Friday 24th
Suspiciously Elvis
This Elvis tribute that quite literally blows other similar tributes out of the water.
Suspiciously Elvis feature a 6-piece band including backing singers who will re-create one of Elvis' shows from the height of his 70s Vegas years
£10adv

Saturday 25th
JK as Robbie Williams
Always a very popular gig, JK covers songs from throughout Robbie's career, including some of the swing stuff, some really early stuff and some of the most recent songs Robbie's been playing in his own live shows.
£10adv

August Bank Holiday
Sunday 26th & Monday 27th
Poole Park Fest 07
NOT IN MR KYPS VENUE BUT IN POOLE PARK!
Free festival in Poole Park - fun for all the family with market stalls, sporting activities and more, with Mr Kyps providing the live music in the West Field featuring:

Sunday:
6pm
JK as Robbie Williams
www.jkasrobbie.co.uk

4:40pm
Ezio (duo version Ezio/Booga)
www.ezio.co.uk
Click the video link to the right to watch them in action

3:20pm
Stipe – REM tribute
www.stipe.co.uk

2:10pm
Rockin The Joint
www.rockinthejoint.co.uk

1pm
Ju Ju Men
www.jujumen.com

Monday:
3:40pm
The Great Pretender – Queen Tribute
www.greatpretender.co.uk

2:10pm
The Agency
www.agencysoul.com

1pm
Ben Waters
www.benwaters.com

This event is in aid of the charity Friends of Poole Park. The charity is responsible for helping to make Poole Park a better place for all to enjoy; over the last year improvements have included a brand new lakeside cafe/restaurant, improved habitats for the resident birds, improvements to the children's play areas and more.

A great free event for all the family, please donate generously.
www.friendsofpoolepark.co.uk

LAST CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS - free Kyps tickets on offer!
Anyone wishing to help out the Friends by spending a few hours collecting money will receive free tickets to Mr Kyps as reward. Please email Elaine on e.lawford@ntlworld.com and 'cc' us at info@mrkyps.net it if you would like to help. www.mrkyps.net

13/08/07 Tripp Live - message from Paul Hills

right me ole cock sparrers, here am de gigs for september....tripp live(not late and live please)

sept 1st THE MODS- first time in, all ex names playing the 60s beat of the who,kinks,yardbirds,move etc etc, REALLY good band.+spt

sept 13th EDDIE AND THE HOTRODS+ XCUT SAW.

great band formed in the mid 70s by barrie masters, having had hits with do anything you wanna do etc..high energy band now with richard holgart on guitar from john otways band this making a 5 piece who are now better than ever..

fri 14th SUNNYSIDE UP-FEAT TIM HAIN..aha, albert king meets bob marley?? great blues player, who writes really nice tunes, often with a reggae lilt.

sat 15th BON JOVIE+VOODOO VEGAS.

Very welcome return for this excellent rock tribute who push all the right buttons look and soundwise.Fine support from local original rocksters with attitude.

THURS 20TH FRANKIE MILLERS FULL-HOUSE.+RENEGADE.

an unusual tour in that its basically a series of benefits to arrange treatment in the usa for the great frankie miller, now isadly,n a wheelchair and living on state benefits.the bands- will comprise of henry mccuillough, the original joe cockers grease band guitarist(help from my friends etc), who later joined paul mcartney in the original wings. RAY MINHINETT,frankies guitarist for many years who has a cream trib band on the side. Paul COX who is a wonderful replacement vocalist, well suited to frankies material, has his own band, plus a free tribute band!

this will be a great show, just a half dozen english gigs, and very much a one off, the phrase worthy springs to mind....solid spt from local rnb rockers renegade.

SAT 22CD-ALIKE COOPER, A FINE TEATRICAL 2 HOUR TRIBUTE TO ER, GUESS WHO??

FRI 28TH BOOTLEG BLONDIE - debbie harris" wonderful and energetic trib to ms harry and co gets a deserved re booking..spt tbc

sat 29th BE SHARP-simply one of the best rock covers bands in the country, with a huge track record

13/08/07: Mr Kyps

Check out this week's CuRioSiTy - it's going to be a hook-laden bounce fest - with a band as good as SixNationState in SUPPORT, tickets are a giveaway at a fiver each in advance - and you really should catch headliners The Rumble Strips now before they hit the big time....

And we've got a free entry show this Friday! Details below...

August Listings at a glance:
Thu 16th - CuRioSiTy ft. The Rumble Strips + SixNationState + Oli'n'Clive
Fri 17th - BB3 funk soul jam FREE GIG!
Sat 18th - Legend (Bob Marley tribute)
Thu 23rd - Jadis
Fri 24th Suspiciously Elvis
Sat 25th - JK as Robbie Williams
Bank Holiday Sun 26th & Mon 27th - Poole Park Fest 07
Thu 30th - Best of Larmer Tree Acoustic Session ft. Michael Wookey, Sarah Griffin Band, Alex Roberts + Black Bart
Fri 31st - Us4//U2

Thursday 16th August
CuRioSiTy ft. The Rumble Strips + SixNationState

+ Oli'n'Clive
Showcasing the very best new bands, CuRioSiTy is Mr Kyps' monthly night for diverse, interesting quality new bands who are breaking boundaries and reaching out to people in an original way. To be kept up to date and receive special offers on entry please join the CuRioSiTy mailing list by emailing us at curiosity@mrkyps.net, or check the myspace for further info (listen to tracks) at www.myspace.com/curiosityrocks.

"If you see The Rumble Strips live, I defy you not to have a good time" - DROWNED IN SOUND

The Rumble Strips are four friends from Devon, walking to a different beat from the rest of the crowd. Together, they conjure a timeless rush of sax and trumpet, pounding piano and drums, and sweet melody. The quality of the songs speak for themselves, but in Charlie, the band have a singer with a voice that will become synonymous with hairs raised down the back of many a neck for years to come. And what songs they are. The sound of wide-eyed yearning, life-affirming choruses all awash with the optimism of youth. The superb, entwining musicianship of the unit is complimented by Charlie's wry lyrical observations; at times wistful and romantic, but always packed with colourful imagery and sharp humour.
Voted in Top Ten Bands of 2007 by the BBC.
Packed out the John Peel Tent at Glastonbury
Regular Radio 1 airplay.

SixNationState...we're delighted to be welcoming back the band who headlined Februay's CuRioSiTy as well as appearing at Bournemouth Live, both times going down an absolute storm.
"Refreshingly chaotic. They sound like a mix of everything from Hendrix to Tex Mex, with the pace of Motorhead. Their infectiously upbeat sound immediately hit the crowd, who started dancing furiously to their electrifying tunes." - THE FLY
"The musical equivalent of Red Bull" - BBC

Handpicked by the Rumbles to open the show, Oli 'n' Clive met on the road to London carrying drums, cello, ukuleles, bass, cornet, harmonica, musical saw, guitar, violins, autoharp and eggs. Their live show can be ramshackle, it can be sublime. Either way, Oli ‘n’ Clive will have the crowd smiling from the word ‘go’ with their blend of traditional and Russian folk, country-esque waltzes, hillbilly and ballads, all delivered with a cheek that only Oli seems to get away with, and his one-liners awkwardly seam the songs together in a way that keeps the audience hooked and happy!
£5adv

Friday 17th August
BB3 Funk Soul Jam
FREE GIG!
Sam & Craig met through a friend in late 2004 and quickly found their mutual respect for soul, motown and the blues...Both accomplished singers/artists in their own right, the pair decided to grace the south of England with their soulful two-part harmonies and incredible musical compatibility...BB3 was formed in mid-2006, drawing the name from a music company administered by Sam & Craig; ‘The Barebones.co.uk’. Due to a late cancellation this trio will be appearing at Mr Kyps for your free enjoyment this Friday. They promise a night of jamming with classic soul, rock and funk.

Expect to hear the likes of The Meters, Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, Ray Charles, Prince, Del Amitri, Doobie Brothers and many others played out using drums, guitar, keyboards and superb 3-part vocal harmonies.
Did we mention it's free entry?!

Saturday 18th August
Legend - Bob Marley Tribute

This dynamic band, led by the charismatic Michael Anton Phillips (Cheesy) has a pedigree second to none, whose members have worked with such reggae greats as: The Mighty Diamonds, Dennis Brown, Rankin Roger, The Beat, Burning Spear, Apache Indian, Johnny 2 Bad, Errol Dunkley, George and Desmond Decker, Musical Youth and many more. Legend's two hour show covers the very best of Bob Marley’s timeless classics:
Is This Love, No Woman No Cry, Waiting in Vain, Exodus… and many many more!
£10adv - BOOK IN ADVANCE TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT ON THE NIGHT (the last show sold out in advance)

24/07/07: Jim Burgess

Message from Jim:

Hey up!

I will be playing in london this thursday at

THE MILLER, 96 SNOWSFIELD ROAD LONDON SE1 3SS
Head to Guy¹s Hospital, there is a road that runs through it. The Miller is
at the end on the left.
Nearest tube = London Bridge (Northern Line)

A live video of track 'Hello, Me Mate' should be available within the next week on myspace and main website.

Thu 26th July - The Miller, London Bridge
Sat 25th August - Blue Cat Cafe, Manchester
Sat 26th October - M19 Bar, Manchester (IN THE CITY)

New track 'Oklahoma; is being mixed as we speak and will be ready for you to get your ears round within the next fortnight. Cutting back to a more true sound, than over produced oasish style tosh that i`ve done before.

please get in touch if your want a CD or have any questions.

All The Best
Jim Burgess

www.jimburgess.co.uk
www.myspace.com/jimburgessmusic

20/07/07: Peachy Jane

Peachy Jane have confirmed a 30 minute slot at The Joiners, Southampton on Sunday 26th August. Click here for a map or visit www.joinerslive.co.uk for more info - four bands are playing on the night - alt folk, indie rock, pop rock theme - price tbc.

17/07/07 Mr Kyps July Gigs

Wed 18th
CuRioSiTy ft. Vincent Vincent and the Villains + Gabby Young and Other Animals + Betika
Our monthly night presenting the best creative new UK bands, back to the dry indoors after June was spent organising Bournemouth Live.

Vincent Vincent and the Villains:
"Barbershop harmonies and finger-clicking, hand-clapping stomp" - The Guardian. "A proper, honest, exciting rock ’n’ roll band for our times" - Time Out.

Gabby Young:
"Imagine Lilly Allen having a cup of tea with Amy Winehouse and you're almost there." - Troubadour. A mix of soul, funk blues and folk with 7-piece band, "She weaves a thoroughly ace tapestry from all kinds of outsider folk, cabaret drama and stroppy alt rock." - RockSound

Betika:
"Bouncy, joyous and percussive; instantly enjoyable" - bhone.co.uk
Please check the website to read much more about these three acts, who are all worth paying a fiver for! And don't forget to go to our myspace site to listen to them too.

FREE TICKETS ON OFFER!
Join the CuRioSiTy mailing list to receive special offers - just email curiosity@mrkyps.net to add yourself and be in with a chance of winning a pair of tickets to this gig
£5adv

Thu 19th
The Wish List Cancer Charity presents The Slobs
Howie Casey - sax player who's played in Paul Mcrtney's Wings - features in this fundraising night, with a massive array of musicians and a one-night-only reunion of Soul, R&B, Rock & Roll band The Slobs.
£10adv

Fri 20th
The Jamm
The Jamm re-create the music and the vibes of the Godfathers of the Mod movement. Encapsulating the whole of The Jam's career and featuring a front man with an uncanny resemblance to Paul Weller himself, this 2 hour show always provides top-notch entertainment and value.
£10adv

Sat 21st
RU40
They are a top-quality tribute to one of the most popular and successful British reggae artists - UB40. Expect to hear all of their numerous hits from the 80's and early 90's like 'Red, Red Wine', Rat in the Kitchen', '1 in 10', 'Kingston Town', and many more.
£8adv

Sun 22nd
Dartford Crossing - Please note this gig has been cancelled due to illness.

TOOTS AND THE MAYTALS - Sunday 29th July
This only recently confirmed gig has been moved to Kyps from Landmarc. Tickets are going fast and we expect this gig to sell out before the night so do not hesitate if you want to see these original reggae legends!

Check mrkyps.net for more info!

06/07/07: Mr Kyps

We are delighted to announce the recent addition to our July giglist of TOOTS AND THE MAYTALS on Sunday 29th. This show was originally due to take place at Landmarc but for various reasons that fell through and we have been given the opportunity to put on this fantastic reggae band in association with The Sound of the Suburbs!

Mr Kyps Live Music Venue
8a Parr Street, Poole BH14 0JY
www.mrkyps.net
www.myspace.com/curiosityrocks
01202 748945

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Mr Kyps July Listings at a glance:
Tue 10th - CFC + Write in Pictures + Will McNicol
Fri 13th - Wilko Johnson + Renegade
Sat 14th - Stereotonics
Wed 18th - CuRioSiTy featuring Vincent Vincent and the Villains + Gabby Young and Other Animals + Betika
Thu 19th - The Wish List Cancer Charity ft. The Slobs
Fri 20th - The Jamm
Sat 21st - RU40
Sun 22nd - Dartford Crossing FREE GIG!
Fri 27th - Rollin Stoned
Sat 28th - The ELO Experience
Sun 29th - Toots & the Maytals

04/07/07: Life in Film

LIFE IN FILM will be playing live on the 10th and 11th July.

Tuesday 10th July Hoxton Bar and Kitchen, Hoxton, Old Street London (nearest tube, Old Street Station)
(Playing with INFA RED and BUNNY)

Wednesday 11th July, The Proud Galleries, Camden, (nearest tube, Camden Town)
(Playing with EDGAR and THE PISTOLAS)


for any additionl info please visit our home page on
www.myspace.com/alifeinfilm

03/07/07: Devils Music News

For Sunfest 3 we are proud to present...

This New Zealand 8-piece reggae/dub/funk outfit will be in Bournemouth on 22nd July as part of their European tour in support of their double platinum selling album 'Into The Dojo'. Being at the forefront of the South Pacific Reggae/Roots scene The Black Seeds have carved out their reputation on the strength of their acclaimed albums and Masterful live shows and in July they will headline Sunfest 3.

03/07/07: Results of the Dorset Unsigned Musicians Awards

This year's DUMA was won by Farther. For a review follow this link:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/dorset/content/articles/2007/07/02/unsigned_music_final_feature.shtml

More news from The Devils Music Team:

Playground moves to The Winchester

Those of you who haven't heard, we've been having noise problems at Klute recently so from 4th July we will be moving to The Winchester in The Triangle. Everything else will be the same so come along and see us in the new venue.

House Bands at The Playground this month

July 4th: The Wildertones

July 11th: The Genaro Project

July 18th: Fearne

July 25th: The Excitable Boys

Devils Music Hoodies

Lots of you have been asking about Devils Music Hoodies so we're finally going to get some made but we're making them to order so if you want one let us know by Sunday 8th July so that we can get rough numbers and find out how much they'll cost. The more takers, the cheaper they'll be. Email trevor@devils-music.co.uk if you want one.

02/07/07: Mr Kyps

Please note anyone wishing to come and see Joe Bonamassa on 3rd August please don't delay to book tickets as there are hardly any left!

Huge respect to all of you that braved the rain for Bournemouth Live on Saturday. Sadly it kept many people away but those of you that were there we hope you found it worth getting wet for!

All the best
Mr Kyps Live Music Venue
8a Parr Street, Poole BH14 0JY
www.mrkyps.net
01202 748945

28/06/07: Thomas Tripp Late 'n' Live

4 GREAT bands for you all this weekend with GUNS 2 ROSES + VOODOO VEGAS....

STRAY + CROSSCUT SAW

AND IF THAT WASNT ENOUGH..... THE FABULOUS LADY WINWOODS MAGGOT TONIGHT!!!

WOW.................

28/06/07: Mr Kyps

Here is a quick list of what's coming up...

Fri 29th June - Dirty DC (nearly sold out)
Sat 30th June - Bournemouth Live free festival
Sun 1st July - Comedy Night
Wed 4th July - Rockin The Joint
Fri 6th July - Los Pacaminos ft. Paul Young
Sat 7th July - Graham Mack Blues Band

Fri 29th June - Dirty DC (nearly sold out)
Surely the UK's top tribute to AC/DC, these guys always put on an incendiary show and it usually sells out...we advise you to get your tickets in advance to ensure entry on the night as there are not many left!
£10adv

Sat 30th June - Bournemouth Live free festival - all day in Bournemouth Square

For full details please visit our website but here is a brief run down of the bands appearing (NB. timings are subject to change):

From 1pm:
Sarah Griffin Band
Pete Christie
Dead!Dead!Dead!
The Baker Brothers
Betika
Nick Harper
SixNationState
Noisettes

Plus afterparty in Sixty Million Postcards featuring live set from the Clams at 11pm and DJs Campari Safari / Baseball Furies til 2am.

It's all free so please come down and join us for a celebration of originality and diversity and quality in music!

Then come and chill the next day in the new SMOKE FREE Kyps with a bit of live comedy:

Sun 1st
Comedy Night hosted by Reeves Peterson
Monthly comedy night featuring three acts from the UK circuit and your host Reeves. On the first Sunday of every month, presented in the round o our second stage. Featuring Brian Damage & Krystal, Cris Mayo, Joe Bor. Doors open 7:30pm - arrive early to bag a seat!

Wed 4th
Rockin the Joint
Our house band who play on the first Wednesday of every month, featuring all the authentic ingredients (ie. Gretsch guitars, stand-up bass) to reproduce those classic sounds of 50s rock'n'roll, jive and rockabilly. Bring your dancing shoes!
£3

Fri 6th
Los Pacaminos ft. Paul Young
The 80s heart-throb has for the past few years been going out with an array of other excellent musicians playing to up-for-it audiences with their blend of Tex Mex blues/country/latino music. Think Tequila, party, dancing and you're just about there.
£12adv

Sat 7th
Graham Mack Blues Band + Special Guest The Ju-Ju Men
Former listeners' favourite on the 2CRfm breakfast show, Graham's coming down from Liverpool for the weekend to front this band singing some well known lively blues/rock numbers. With pecial Guest The Ju-Ju Men both as backing band to Graham and as a support in their own right, playing rockin rhythm&blues.
£5adv

17/06/07: Thomas Tripp Late 'n' Live

Well what a great weekend!!!!
James Taylor quartet were superb!!!
All who missed him shame on you....

This week sees more great local talent with bosh on Wednesday & a special
Thursday night gig with Aloha Soho....

Friday brings us the great rock band The Flying Pigs.....

and Saturday we have the amazing Who's Who tribute...

Don’t forget that we are now open Sundays from 10pm till 1am... live
music tbc.........Simon

13/06/07: Thomas Tripp Late 'n' Live

Brand new live music tonight with local indie rock band "The Safe
House"......

More live music with "Jinder" at the Tripp pub 9-11.......

Don't forget JTQ on Friday.....a few tickets left so dont delay.......Simon

11/06/07: Christchurch Festival

This year's festival dates have been confirmed as 6th, 7th and 8th July. For more infomation on bands playing or to volunteer for stewarding visit www.christchurchfestival.co.uk

11/06/07: Christchurch District Scouts

The Christchurch District Scouts are running a huge family Fun day on
Christchurch Quay on 14th July in celebration of 100 Years of Scouting.
What's more, we really need some help to promote this and would ask if you
could help in some way.

The Gates will open at 10:30
The official opening will be at 11:00 (we have been trying to find a
Celebrity to open but are struggling with this at present!)
Gates will close at 22:00

We will have the following bands playing...
11:00 - 11:30 Christchurch Scout and Guide Band
12:00 - 13:00 Christchurch youth wind band
13:00 - 14:00 Christchurch youth wind band
14:00 - 15:00 Christchurch Scout and Guide Band
15:15 - 16:00 GUGGE 2000
16:00 - 17:30 THIS SLOT HAS YET TO BE CONFIRMED (We are currently looking
for a No1, female, Trumpet Player)
17:30 - 18:00 GUGGE 2000
18:00 - 22:00 Swing Unlimited

We plan to have an "It's a Knock-Out" styled event in the Arena during the
Day

We have a Climbing Wall, Bucking Bronco, Dunking Tank, Unclimable Ladder,
Bouncy Castles and many other great side stalls - We also have a "Make and
Take" area too.

There will be a Lucky Programme with an Freestyle Acrobatic Flying Lesson as
the prize.

In short, we have something for all ages and what's more its FREE to Enter!

01/06/07 - The Opera House

Tonight (01/06/07) is the launch party night for the Bournemouth Opera House playing host to indie bands The Twang, The Young Knives, The Future Heads (DJ) and The Holloways.

Dolfin Music has had a sneak preview of the venue as we were invited to the private launch party held on Wednesday (30th May) night. Guests were treated to champagne and canapés and allowed full access to explore the venues 3 floors, royal boxes and several bars. The venue has been beautifully refurbished and restored to its original splendor as you can see from the pictures below. Visit their web site at www.operahouse.co.uk for forthcoming shows and keep checking our news page for press releases. For more information on tonight's event see below...

30/05/07 - Mr Kyps

Summer Breeze on Poole Quay - News in from Mr Kyps:

Weather permitting....

We'll be on Poole Quay every Thursday evening from now until the end
of June!

This is part of the Summer Breeze run of events organised byPoole Tourism.

Every Thurday evening in June there'll be three outdoor live music
stages and street entertainers along Poole Quay, with music starting
at approx 7pm and a fireworks finale at 10pm.

31st May ROCKIN' THE JOINT
Authentically reproduced 50s rock'n'roll, jive and rockabilly - last
year's Poole Quay favourites, they always get everyone dancing!
www.rockinthejoint.co.uk

7th June RENEGADE
Bluesy rock - have supported Mountain, Matt Schofield, Snowy White,
Eugene Bridges and Joe Bonamassa at Kyps amongst others! Quality
reproductions of bluesy rock favourites with both male and female
vocals to cover a wide spectrum of numbers!
www.renegadeblues.co.uk

14th June JU-JU MEN
Fronted by Hugh Budden, former harmonica player of The Producers
(revered british R&B band)...Remember the days when The Rolling
Stones, The Kinks, The Animals and The Yardbirds covered marvellous
"back to the roots" blues and rock'n'roll classics by such artists as
Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon, Chuck Berry and Bo Diddly? Well, The Juju
Men sound approximately like that.
www.jujumen.com

21st June ROCKIN' THE JOINT
Authentically reproduced 50s rock'n'roll, jive and rockabilly - last
year's Poole Quay favourites, they always get everyone dancing!
www.rockinthejoint.co.uk

28th June BLOOZER
Having now knotched up support slots for Nine Below Zero, Carvin
Jones, Eddie Martin and Ola Onabule here at Kyps, Bloozer have
recently become a much loved warm up act, this will be their
opportunity to show off what more they're capable of in the realms of
Rhythm'n'Blues, Blues and Soul.
"I really enjoyed Bloozer - if you enjoy blues, go see this band" -
Megan Rawlins (Kyps website review)

To find out more about the Summer Breeze events and what else is
going on down the Quay, please visit Poole Tourism's website at
www.pooletourism.com

27/05/07: Undiscovered Live

O'Neills in Bournemouth are running their Undiscovered Live competition for original bands. Entry is FREE. Visit www.undiscoveredlive.co.uk to download an application form. Heats are being held all over the country in O'Neills pubs.

24/05/07: Jim Burgess

Jim has emailed a new set of dates he is playing. Check live gig listings for details.

27/05/07: The Dorset Unsigned Musicians Awards

The Dorset Unsigned Music Awards is an annual unsigned band competition uniquely, which is positioned to showcase the most gifted talent around, featuring some of the best up ‘n’ coming musicians in the Dorset area. It will be truly representative of local music and culture with a cross section of music styles competing, making it a talent led rather than a genre/style led competition.

DUMA was created in 2006 to give unsigned musicians and bands airplay, media coverage and live gigs in order to find out which is the best in Dorset. In June 2007 the bands and musicians will compete against each other on CD and at live performances. The prize for the winner is the chance to play at the Larmer Tree Festival 2007, one of the great summer events of the year held in July in Rural Dorset.

The Semi Finals of DUMA will be held on the 13th, 20th and 26th of June in Centre Stage, Queens Rd, Bournemouth with the final being held in a marquee at the lower gardens in Bournemouth, on Friday 29th June as part of the Bournemouth Live Music Festival.

Last Years winners 'the View' (now called Solomon) have also made a music video and gained recognition and airplay as a result of the award, but most of the finalists have found that they have played a lot more gigs since playing at the awards.

Postcode: BH2 6BE
Opening times TBC.
FREE entrance and £5 to enter the competition. Go to http://www.devils-music.co.uk/duma_2007.asp to download and application form.

16/05/07: The Opera House

**********************SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT*************************

Sly & the Family Stone confirm their only UK date at the Opera House,
Bournemouth.

The Opera House, Bournemouth announces a very special evening showcasing Sly
& the Family Stone on Saturday 28th July. Featuring original members
including Sly Stone, this is the first and only UK date for this legendary
band in over 2 decades.

www.operahouse.co.uk

03/05/07: The Gander

As of this weekend The Gander will be no more. Word has it the brewery have sold the lease but we don't know yet what's going to happen to the venue although it looks like we've lost another live music venue...

02/05/07: The Shrouds are no more - welcome to a Life in Film!

Dominic has emailed to introduce his new band, Life in Film which follows the demise of The Shrouds. Check them out on MySpace at: http://www.myspace.com/alifeinfilm

18/04/07: News Release from Lindsay Chant of Liz Lean PR

Opera House announces The Proclaimers to headline Bournemouth Live

Following the chart topping success of the special version of the 80s anthem
'(I am Gonna Be) 500 miles' featuring vocal talents of special guests
Phoenix Night's Brian Potter and Little Britain's Andy Pipkin, the Scottish
cult folk legends, the Proclaimers, make a very special journey to the Opera
House, Bournemouth as the headlining show for the Breeze Volkswagen
Bournemouth Live Music Festival on Saturday 30th June.

Bournemouth Live 2007 promises to bring Bournemouth town centre alive with
music from Sunday 24th June - Sunday 1st July. The music festival
entertains audiences with four free outdoor stages from Bournemouth Square
to the Pier as well as music events in venues, hotels and churches all over
the town.

Event organiser David Williams welcomes the Opera House to Bournemouth Live
this year and comments, "We are extremely pleased to be associated with the
Opera House for Bournemouth Live 2007, this is another giant step towards
laying the foundations for the future of our festival."

Entertainments Manager Ester Gill is delighted to bring the Proclaimers to
the Opera House to headline Bournemouth Live 2007, "The goal for the Opera
House is to give the south coast a variety of entertainment and Bournemouth
Live is all about bringing a wide spectrum of different music for all tastes
and ages to Bournemouth. We are therefore thrilled to have this
relationship with the music festival."

Tickets are now on sale and are available by calling the box office number
on 08701 989898, also visit www.operahouse.co.uk for all of the forthcoming
acts to the Opera House.

11/04/07: Swanage Blues Festival - news from Steve Darrington

1. October Fest. So many people said they couldn't wait a whole year till 7, 8, 9 March 2008 for the next Swanage Blues Festival, so I'm organising an extra one on 5, 6, 7 October 2007.

2. Accommodation. There are a couple of deals I've organised for the October festival, take a look at Special Offers and the Accommodation page and I suggest you book early.

3. Best of Swanage Blues volume 1. Many of the acts who played at this year's festival, and a few from previous years, have offered to donate a free track for a Compilation CD. Please indicate if you are interested in obtaining a copy of this in CD or any other format. The price is expected to be £9.99 plus £1.50 p&p total, no matter how many copies you order. The first 100 advance buyers will have their name on the CD album notes! You could buy one for yourself or give one as an usunual gift. Contact Festival Organiser Steve Darrington immediately if you're interested.

www.swanage-blues.org

13/03/07: News Release from Lindsay Chant of Liz Lean PR

Opera House Announces Launch Weekend Line Up

On Friday 1st June 2007 the doors of the Opera House in Boscombe will open
once more to reveal its restored Victorian splendour, following a
multi-million pound refurbishment, and begin a three day entertainment
line-up which promises to be sensational.

Radio 1 DJ, Jo Whiley, will cut the ribbon to relaunch the venue and compere
a night of indie mischief featuring some of the most exciting indie rock 'n'
roll bands around with back to back performances from winners of the Philip
Hall Radar Award 2007, The Twang, the legends that are The Young Knives, the
mighty Holloways, with more to be confirmed, and all rounded off with DJ
sets from The Futureheads, Jo Whiley and other top DJ's taking the party
through to 5am!

Saturday 2nd June sees the venue transformed into an intimate jazz club for
the evening to welcome contemporary jazz legend Courtney Pine. Prior to the
relaunch this year of his classic 'Modern Day Jazz Stories' (a Mercury Music
Prize Album of The Year), Courtney will be performing old favourites
alongside first airings of new album material and gems from his current
'Resistance' set bringing together jazz, reggae, hip hop and drum and bass
influences. This is an unmissable show from one of the greatest jazz
musicians who ever lived.

Britain's funniest comedian Omid Djalili rounds up the celebrations for the
launch weekend with his truly magnificent comedy show on Sunday evening, 3rd
June. After an amazing return to the Edinburgh Fringe with record-breaking
ticket sales this show transferred to London for yet another hugely
successful season, which included two extra sell-out performances at the
world famous London Palladium.

Ester Gill, Group Entertainments Manager said, "It's a pleasure to be
working within such a magnificent venue and we are looking forward to
bringing outstanding entertainment to the South Coast. Our aim is to create
events and gigs that are like no other, with quality and creativity at the
top of our agenda. We will offer a vast array of musical and other
entertainment genres, offering something for everyone and allowing the venue
truly to be passed back to the community."

Tickets go on sale on the 9th March and are available by calling the box
office number on 08701 989898, also visit www.operahouse.co.uk for all of
the forthcoming acts to the Opera House.

17/02/07: Peachy Jane

The new line up of Peachy Jane have recently recorded a EP live at Active Music. You can buy the tracks by download at http://www.arkade.com/peachyjane-music - tracks are only 79p each! You can preview the tracks there or visit the Peachy Jane web site at www.peachyjane.co.uk

09/02/07: eden

Carl has emailed to tell us that eden now has their own mySpace page - go to http://www.myspace.com/ukeden and get the latest or leave a message or comment for them!

06/01/07: Review of Big Blues Party

The latest review of the Mr Kyps Big Blues Party is now on our Reviews page. If you would like Dolfin Music to review your gig or demo please contact us.

22/12/06: Peachy Jane

Peachy Jane are looking for a lead guitarist to complement the band which consists of bass, drums, rhythm guitar and vocals. Must be adaptable and consistant with a sense of humour. Please visit the web site www.peachyjane.co.uk for examples of material. Influences are Fleetwood Mac and most commercial music.

22/11/06 - Re Bulletin Board

The Dolfin Bulletin Board has had to be removed due to unsuitable content. We apologise if this has caused offence to anyone using the site.

01/11/06 - Peachy Jane

Simon Kang has joined Peachy Jane on bass guitar! The band now have a full line up of Vicky Fludgate on vocals, Rebecca Fludgate on rhythm guitar, Dave McKenzie on lead guitar, Simon on bass and Graham Brown on drums. The band are currently rehearsing and planning to visit some open mike sessions soon...

26/10/06 - Peachy Jane

Peachy Jane now have their own web site at www.peachyjane.co.uk - the band are still looking for a bass player and have several people interested. If you would like to audition contact peachyjane@peachyjane.co.uk

21/10/06 - Kings of Hearts

Dolfin Music have met with up and coming band Kings of Hearts and we are proud to have them on the site. They are a superb rock band with cutting vocals and great musical talent. Check out Broken Record on the Bands page! Gigs are listed as well. The bands lead singer, Phil, and band manager Dan, have told me they're going back into the studio soon to record a new EP as well as gigging further a field in Southampton and London.

07/10/06 - James Harrison - new gigs booked!

Fiona Harrison, James's Manager has been in contact - here's the update:

James and Pete Christie together have just secured a residency at Cafe Fleur
http://www.cafe-fleur.co.uk
in Canford Cliffs on the last Friday and Saturday every month starting 26 & 27 Oct 06.
we are going to call it 'sessions@cafe fleur
it should be great fun!

On 26 Oct James is supporting Flipron
http://www.flipron.co.uk
at The Metropole

James is also opening for Derrin Nauendorf at Mr Kyps
http://www.mrkyps.net
- Derrin Narendorf
http://www.derrinnauendorf.com
on Sunday 5 November.....
*****I (Fiona) am selling tickets thru manager@jamesharrison.org for £5...

Then on 10 November James is supporting David Hoffbrand
http://www.davidhoffbrand.com
at The Metropole Holdenhurst Road

These gigs are also listed on our Live Gig Listings page.

03/10/06: Update - Greg Churchill/Reviews

Greg, formerly of The Chase and Solstis has now formed his own band up in London called Churchill Black. Check out their site at: http://www.churchillblack.com/churchillblack.html. Also check the reviews page her on Dolfin as we have been busy listening to some brilliant new songs by Jim Burgess and James Harrison.

21/09/06: Mandragara

Mandragara have a couple of gigs coming up - there's a special night on the 17th November (Sat) where 3 bands are playing (see gig guide) with tickets costing only a £1.00 and giving you free entry into the prize draw. It's been a little while since we saw a live set from the band so this is a treat for rockers everywhere. Also playing are Retroactive and Throwingshade. Mandragara also have another date at The Rydal in New Milton on Sunday 26th November.

13/09/06: Si and Laura's leaving party - message from Fiona Anderson:

Hey You Musicians!

You probably have all heard that Si Genaro and the Lovely Laura are going off to Australia for 3 months.

Well, Leon, publican at the ever-fun Salisbury Arms Pub, in Purewell, Christchurch, has kindly agreed to let us hold a GOING AWAY PARTY for Si and Laura.

We want it to be a night of MUSIC 4 MUSICIANS.

Making great music is the reason that Si and Laura are able to make this fabulous trip and sharing music with others is what they do best, so let's give them some back.

* * The event will be held in the pub on SATURDAY 7 OCTOBER about 9 pm but of course you can turn up earlier * *

If YOU WANT TO PERFORM we are drafting a short list at the moment.

You can either contact
James Harrison at music@jamesharrison.org
or
Fiona Anderson at manager@jamesharrison.org

Some people have already indicated that they would like to do a special piece with Si in mind.

Si and Laura know all about it but we also thought it might be fun if we could get everyone wearing police man's hats and Hawaiian Leis for a giggle.......cos' we can't find red jackets any where!
We'll see how that works out and I probably won't mention that bit to Si...... Give 'em a laugh! :o)

Si did say he doesn't mind playing a bit of blues harp but no singing or compereing....he wants a nite off and have lots of drinks bought for him :o)

Please get back to me ASAP so we can get on with planning this party.....they'll love it.....we'll all love it!

Fi x x

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