THE MUSIC PLAYERS
The NINTH Acoustic Rotherham.
Held at The Queens, Rawmarsh. OCTOBER 2010.
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Only thing I can say about me is..
I am part of Papa Legbas which is usually seven of us but just lately been playing with Tres da Sete' for small gigs.
If you said four years ago that I would be standing up and singing in front of people
I would laugh.
Am not very good at selling myself.
I play by ear on most songs and still find it hard to open my eyes on stage sometimes. I started off getting up and jamming with Steve Milton on the harmonica on the Sunday session at Cross keys.
Only started singing at jam nights after getting well Liquored. Loll But I can now get up without Dutch courage.
If you would like to book me -
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David is a revival singer performing within the tradition, a passionate and dedicated performer who extends the frontiers of acappella.
In a typical set, creative juxtaposition will integrate and intersperse traditional repertoire with more modern material: rousing choruses with gentler, thoughtful or reflective pieces and occasional fun songs and parodies.
His eclectic (and sometimes unexpected) choice of songs regularly ventures into what
for many unaccompanied singers is unfamiliar territory, with latter-
David has brought this enterprising mix into concert sets at a number of folk festivals and special events – including Acoustic Rotherham showcases – as well as support slots for Chris While & Julie Matthews and The Poozies, and radio appearances (BBC’s North Yorkshire Folk and The Durbervilles’ show, and Drystone FM).
David is also a respected and insightful reviewer of CDs, contributing to a number of music publications (both national and regional) and websites.
He is also well-
BOOKING AND CONTACT: david.kidman@btinternet.com
TAKE A LOOK AT DAVID’S FEATURE REVIEW PAGE ON ACOUSTIC ROTHERHAM HERE
DAVID NOW HAS HIS OWN WEB SITE TOO: http://www.davidkidman.co.uk/
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EDITORS NOTE: Paul’s a bit shy – so here’s what they say about him……………… (they say a lot more but I cant print it here!!)
“Paul ambled up to the mic with a cheery "Ey up!", sat himself down and launched
into an explosive version of Springsteen's Youngstown. The savagery of the performance
was in total contrast to his amiable stage presence and immediately gripped the audience.
In many ways, 
Springsteen is an anomaly in Paul's set because he specializes in songs
by unjustly obscure writers like Tom Pacheco, Ron Truman Border and Paul Jones (The
great singer-
“With Paul every song is an emotional journey, for both himself and his listener, and what an excellent travel companion he makes. From rollicking chorus songs to heartbreaking ballads, by the end of his set we're on our feet bellowing for more! A wonderful evening.”
(Wayne Stote)
“Affectionately known as the Steel Town Troubadour, Paul, from Sheffield, specializes
in taking songs from excellent but obscure songwriters and turning them into PP Originals.
If the names Ron Trueman-
(The Abbey Inn Charity Music Festival)
“Up our way Paul is known as the Steel Town Troubadour. He has a way with a song that few possess. You can literally feel the warmth generated between him and his Audience. He really is a must see. When you add Chris Treebeard's instrumental wizardry and Michele's sublime voice to the mix, it makes for a real heady brew, indeed.”
(Jane de Gay (The Outsider))
EDITOR ADDS: He’s a star of the local music scene and his performances are always mesmerising – be prepared to sing.
CONTACT: www.myspace.com/pauldavidpearson
Very much newcomers to the acoustic scene, and already causing a bit of a stir!
Define them – Acoustic alt.rock ?? You decide. Eskimo.Kissed are really about strong,
original material delivered with conviction. A sprinkling of quality covers also
serves to 
broaden their appeal to new audiences. Maybe not an act for the folk purists,
but certainly well received when providing a change of mood and tempo at folk events.
It’s clear they’re enjoying their music and growing with every performance.
What to expect – Julie’s fresh, clear voice has been known to turn heads and hush
the most boisterous crowd. A surprise package – when required she can rock out too!
On guitar, Richard’s playing is striking, with a rhythmic style full of riffs and
hooks that tug at the ear -
What they’re up to -
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Contact: Tel: 07767 401950 email: pagpewter@aol.com
JOE EVANS -
Writing songs since the age of 14, within the last year that this solo project, Gary Saved My Life, has become a reality for singer/songwriter Joe Evans.
After being in a string of bands he decided to go it alone, and is better for it.
He was born and raised in Rotherham, then spent 6 years in Cornwall, a place still
close to his heart.
Now back in Rotherham, he writes about his experiences so far. His emotions and feelings are on display in all his songs and lyrics. “Every song I write is about an event or a person, or a time of my life close to me. I feel songs mean more that way.”
With just his voice and an acoustic guitar for accompaniment the songs often have a haunting, simplistic quality, but never bore, as each song reads like a story.
“I don’t know the ‘rules’ of song writing, if it sounds good and fits, that’s all I need” Listening to the songs you can almost feel his pain, or joy to which the song is about,There are sad songs, happy songs, thoughtful songs in his set.
Currently in the process of recording a demo during Summer 2010,GSML can often be seen at Jam and open mic nights in the Rotherham and Sheffield area. Often described as sounding like Neil Young, he has also played Sheffield’s famous Boardwalk, Snafu in Rotherham, Dickens bar, and has toured recently in West Cornwall. He is currently recording a set of songs for a new CD.
www.myspace.com/garysavedmylife
www.reverbnation.com/garysavedmylife
07790042616
“This isn’t background music. I like the directness, your observations on life and personal stories which illustrate universal themes , heartfelt emotions that stop short of sentimentality.
The lyrics are like poetry set to music but perfectly natural, not one word wasted
or compromised”.
Being one of the more pro-
He has four albums to his credit, enjoys regular air play as well as the honour of having other artists using his material.
Here is an artist, that engages with his audience.
“Many thanks for tonight Chris, it was a special and memorable concert, up front and personal.
Very professional and polished – need I say more”.
Contact :-
From an eclectic derivation of audio fun, they emerged from a common sound hole somewhere
between Kalamazoo 
(the Gibson factory) and Nazareth (the Martin factory of delight).
Spanking the strings and frets they generate a joyous rapture of acoustic music.
Enough of the *******. Listen to the mp3s. Based in the East Midlands of England
they would love to play for you. Please ring 'em on 0771 2787582 mobile or 01623
645363 landline. Or e us at info@TheBouviers.com
http://www.myspace.com/thebouviers#ixzz11UIPDOI4
It all began with a beat up old guitar, a blues harp, a pocketful of dreams, smalltown indifference, and the will for pastures new!
THEN! THE BIG BAD WORLD! like minded people, gigs in 
America(1975 , 2000 2001) gigs
all over Europe and the British Isles (SUCH A GREAT EXPLOSION IN MY LIFE!)
In the year 2000 a promoter called Ian Luck thought up an idea about celebrating 175 years railway history in the North East of England, i.e. George stephenson and the Stockton to Darlington railway (the 1st one in the world apparently)the brainchild of this was to become a CD called 'A FULL HEAD OF STEAM'. every song , a song about trains).
The cd featured artists such as Lindisfarne, Vin Garbutt, Jez Lowe, Martin Stephenson (formerly The Daintess) and myself performing my own song "Trains Breathing Fire" this album was deleted (I think some years ago) but there is still a website with all the details online.
Then a few years ago I signed a deal with 'Spook Records' a Scottish Indie label, I released my 1st album with 'Spook' 2 years ago "The Passionate Pilgrim" available on Itunes, Amazon, and Napster, among others.
We are Monologue John Bartley and Dorothy Fryman, a.k.a. Song and Story and have been working as a duo for around four years, with floor spots, festival spots and charity events and bookings.
We live in Greater Manchester and are able to travel. We have become well known locally,
can guarantee a consistent and 
enjoyable performance and are keen to accept more
paid bookings further afield.
We have our first CD out 'For Starters', which has had some airtime and have a second CD in the pipeline.
If you are interested in 'something different' for your club, festival, or concert venue, we can be contacted by post phone or email
Fees and expenses by negotiation
CD’s available on request
Phone: John 0161 330 0343 or 07729 027366
Dorothy 0161 430 7170
Email: songandstory@hotmail.co.uk
Website: www.myspace.com/songstory
Folk on Fire are a family folk band from Halifax, who have only been playing together since 2008. They play traditional folk music from Ireland, England, Scotland and America, jazzing them up a little with their own arrangements. They have also recently ventured into writing their own material
Lucie, the fiddle player and Matthew, the guitarist, have both been playing for many
years and are classically trained. Callum has been playing percussion and drum kit
for a few years, but only started playing the bodhran when the group formed in 2008.
Lucie first ventured into folk music when she picked up a leaflet about a fiddle
folk session at a local pub. This introduced her to a local Arts Project, Ryburn
3 Step, where she met professional/semi-
Recently they supported Tom McConville (BBC Folk Musician of the Year, 2009) who described them as:
‘… a wonderful 3 piece band with fiddle, guitar and percussion and I had the pleasure of doing a concert with them at Henshaws, Knaresborough. The music was superbly played by these very young people. Fast dance tunes expertly played and then very mature and warm versions of slow music. Lovely to listen to they play with absolute confidence and expertise. They also love people and are great communicators with their audience. A lovely professional package throughout. Magic from the young, always a treat and very good luck to them.’
Richard Kitson – Biog – Reviews -
Richard Kitson is a Barnsley based folk/blues singer/songwriter and guitarist rapidly
gaining popularity in folk clubs and acoustic venues in his native South Yorkshire
and beyond. After an apprenticeship in short lived post-
Since 2004 Kitson (28) began playing solo acoustic gigs at the well respected Boardwalk
and Grapes venues in Sheffield gradually honing his guitar and vocal skills over
the progressing years. Live reviews from music publications and venues hailed him
as a fantastic talent showcasing an inventive finger picking style akin to his acoustic
guitar heroes Bert Jansch, Davy Graham, Rory Gallagher and Big Bill Broonzy. Like
many impressionable young guitarists Kitson got hooked on Dylan at the age of 15.
After seeking out the music of the early blues and folk artists who influenced Dylan,
Kitson became entranced by the old delta and country blues of the 20's and 30's,
and began to employ a fingerstyle technique in his guitar playing. Most recently
Kitson's British folk influences have opened him up to traditional British folk song.
He now blends his blues and folk influences with his own natural approach to music
and the release of his debut album Home and Dry is a testament to Kitson's many years
honing his craft as a song-
Reviews
NetRhythms Home and Dry Album Review by David Kidman
Richard's a folk-
Home And Dry is in effect Richard's debut CD, since it reflects what he himself considers
the best of his own songs to date (at the risk of confusing you with the background,
Richard did issue a very-
Richard may have started his musical career in a punk band, later gravitating more
significantly towards the blues, but as Home And Dry definitely reveals, his true
inspirations are the late-
As regards the running order, the disc's menu has been intelligently sub-
Richard is to be congratulated for producing a keen personal statement that's also warmly accessible; his guitar playing is pretty stunning throughout, though with a very natural approach to both phrasing and attack that refuses to shout its technique but instead is content to quietly impress the listener. If there's any small deficiency to be found in this album, then it's an occasional quality of tonal flatness that comes out in Richard's singing voice, which is perhaps born of a lack of confidence; but that's all I can find to say against this unassumingly satisfying disc.
"His inventive finger-
Quote by Otis Gibbs -
WEB AND CONTACT: http://www.myspace.com/richardkitson EMAIL: r_kitson@hotmail.co.
A Cobh native now resident in the Yorkshire Dales, Sabrina’s songs are full of a sense of open spaces and possibility; she has taken her rich traditional music background and fused it organically with an eclectic range of influences from Tricky to Kate Rusby,from Bjork to Kristen Hersh. Backed by gifted Leeds djembe player Mark Taylor, and the sympathetic cello of David Hornberger, she has crafted a sound which is uniquely her own.
Since leaving Cobh in the mid 1990’s to attend University in Leeds, she has quietly
been crafting her unique style. Best known for her virtuoso Bodhran playing, and
through her work as Chair of the Leeds-
Though music fans around Cork will know her as the niece of De Dannan’s Charlie Piggott,
she has been determined to stand on her own merits and self-
She recorded her self-
Reviews
AOIFE Award winner 2009
Awarded the Best Musical Individual award, given each year to the performer who,
in the opinion of the panel, gave the best performance at any of AOIFE’s festivals
in 2009. AOIFE is the all-
“Stunning folk...the best of Irish” Leedsmusicforum.co.uk
“Musician Sabrina Piggott creates a passionate and provocative piece ... where humour meets pathos, interweaving word, sound, music and drumming...” irisharts,org.uk
“a great modern Celtic sound” Acoustic Rotherham
“Sabrina Piggott had a lovely voice and excellent accompaniment from percussion and cello.”
Lacey’s Films
“This is the sound of the new music in exile. Don’t wait for it to come to you. Go seek it out.”
Jimmy Andrex Red Shed Readings
CONTACT : http://www.myspace.com/429515321 Email: sabrinapiggott@hotmail.com
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