Friday 10th Apr 2020
Michelle Karen @ The Flying Lady, Crewe 
Live music at The Flying Lady.
Stoke-based vocalist Michelle is a warm and engaging performer with a wide repertoire ranging from pop/rock to musical theatre.
Expect an evening of popular hits.
£free
9ish start.
Dave Luke & Chuck Micallef @ The Oddfellows Arms, Nantwich
Dave Luke and Chuck Micallef enjoy a musical partnership that stretches back over 20 years. Equally at home in theatres, clubs, at house concerts or on large festival stages, the duo manage to create the intimate, jovial atmosphere of a front porch picking session wherever they go. The blend of Chuck's singer-songwriter influences and Dave's leanings towards Honky-Tonk and Western Swing, combined with their mutual love of Traditional Country and Bluegrass produces an entertaining and varied programme that leaves no part of the Americana genre untouched.
“Top guys and musos who have always given 100% and more... - Chris Jackson, Americana International Festival.
3.00pm.
Also -
9.00pm - Hipster.
FREE ENTRY. NO WRISTBAND NEEDED
Hipster @ The Oddfellows Arms, Nantwich
Hipster are a high quality rock and pop band based around Manchester and Stoke.
Over the years they have played hundreds of shows, large and small, both nationally and internationally.
If you love great music and want to party, and you want four really nice guys who get the job done, then Hipster are the band you need! No smoke, no mirrors, just great live music!
9.00pm.
Also -
3.00pm - Dave Luke & Chuck Micallef
FREE ENTRY. NO WRISTBAND NEEDED
Neverate @ The Cosey Club, Haslington
A return to The Cosey for this rock covers band.
Expect covers from the 60's right through to present day.
Thin Lizzy, The Rolling Stones, Stereophonics and Blackberry Smoke to name a few.
Members £free
Non-members/guests £2.00
Tequila @ The Woodside, Crewe
Wirral-based duo.
Expect an evening of popular hits from this established function act.
£free
Saturday 11th Apr 2020
Pure Dylan @ The Oddfellows Arms, Nantwich
Pure Dylan are an acoustic-based, four-piece band formerly known as 'With Bob On Our Side' who were together for 18 years and played regularly at local venues and festivals.
A night of Bob Dylan material played with a high energy blast from some outstanding musicians. This show is not to be missed by any music fan who can appreciate what Bob Dylan did for music. A celebration of genius.
Not to be missed!
9.00pm.
Also -
12.00pm Just Above Snakes
3.00pm Sammi Elston
FREE ENTRY. NO WRISTBAND NEEDED.
Sammi Elston @ The Oddfellows Arms, Nantwich
Fresh off her US tour and playing renowned venues such as The Hotel Cafe (Hollywood, LA) UK based Singer/Song-Writer Sammi Elston is a breath of fresh air for those who feel as though the authenticity of music & artists were lost in the 60’s. Though upon first listening to Sammi, you can hear the callings of the greats such as Stevie Nicks but it doesn’t take long to figure out that Sammi has something of her own. Something we’ve been missing in the largely male dominated music scene...
Sammi’s songs feature haunting melodies that showcase the natural purity behind her astonishing voice.
Singer Song-Writer, Cheap Wine Drinker, Vinyl Listener, Big Dreamer, Wrong Era Liver.
3.00pm.
Also -
12.00pm Just Above Snakes
9.00pm - Pure Dylan.
FREE ENTRY. NO WRISTBAND NEEDED
Just Above Snakes @ The Oddfellows Arms, Nantwich
A return to The Oddfellows for Just Above Snakes.
A modern folk duo with a mix of originals and covers.
They're just two lads from Lancaster who play play Folk and Country, but really bloody well!
Don't miss this!
12.00pm.
Also -
3.00pm Sammi Elston
9.00pm Pure Dylan.
FREE ENTRY. NO WRISTBAND NEEDED
Derailed @ The Brunswick, Crewe
DERAILED are a four-piece rock covers band based in Crewe.
VOCALIST Suzi Venables-Wood ‘Suzi Blue’ brings a new twist to class rock covers. With her powerful and agile vocals, she brings a vocal quality to the band. She takes to stage with enthusiasm and a diverse set list that is sure to have you singing along. Taking inspiration from Muse, Skunk Anansie and No Doubt, she brings a vibrant and fresh sound to the stage.
LEAD GUITARIST Dave Dayman has been playing guitar since the age of nine. His first guitar was a beaten up acoustic and in the beginning he had dreams of playing in a world-dominating heavy metal band (very uncool at the time as it was 1982 and electronic music was the 'in thing'). From that point on he was hooked on anything to do with music, especially the guitar and has always had a passion for rock based music. His taste has grown over the years (age and wisdom do that to you apparently) and his influences include a wide range of artists from Queen and Muse to Band of Skulls and Biffy Clyro, Simple Minds to Early Maiden, Pink Floyd to Free and plenty in between. Dave has played with various bands over the years and loves how music makes him feel... His passion for music is somewhat contagious.
BASSIST Ian 'Hitchy' Hitchinson is a seasoned bass guitarist, formerly of long running local band Bedlam, is now plucking the low strings in this unique female fronted rock band. Originally from Sandbach, he's always been into rock music, and was a biker back in the day. Musically his influences range from The Beatles, Cage the Elephant, Chilli peppers to The Cheeky Girls. Only joking...
DRUMMER Carl Hitchen played in previous bands with two members of Derailed before, local band Bedlam with Suzi and Ian and the Typhoons with Ian. He's played in loads of different bands and different styles of music over the last 15 years, stood in for other bands and helped out when the drummer wasn't available. He says that he 'wings it' most of the time as he's not allowed a kit setup at home as he's quite heavy-handed so his practice drumkit is his steering wheel on the way to work! His favourite style of music is metal but he'll play absolutely anything as long as it sounds good!
Bullitt @ The Linley Tavern, Alsager
Back 2 Back @ Shavington Club, Shavington
B2B are a local live three piece covers band doing stuff like The Jam, Police & Undertones.
The band are back playing locally in Crewe and Nantwich after being quiet for the last 3-4 years. They have previously performed at popular regular venues including The Imp,The Brunswick,The Broughton (Haslington) and The Express. The band have played numerous functions for birthdays, weddings and charity events.
Members £free
Non-members/guests £1.00
Slug @ The Woodside, Crewe
SLUG - a five-piece outfit covering all genres of classic and modern rock.
Based in Northwich and gathering speed, having played loads of gigs since forming in 2010, they have gained a reputation for entertaining crowds across Cheshire!
Crazy singer, great songs and a passion for playing live music.....
Follow The Trail......!!!
Pete Robinson @ The Hop Pole, Crewe
Established solo artist Pete Robinson at The Hop Pole.
Expect covers from the likes of Coldplay, Razorlight, Snow Patrol, Killers, Kings Of Leon, Magic, James Bay, UB40, Oasis, The Verve, The View and Artic Monkeys...
£free.
Casino @ The Cosey Club, Haslington
A highly experienced three-piece live band featuring ex Members of Billy J Kramer & the Dakotas, The Magill 5 & The Casuals
In the company of Rog, Phil C and Phil D the audience is taken on a tour of the 60's, with plenty of humour to make it a night out to remember featuring songs from The Beatles,The Tremeloes,The Fortunes,The Monkees,The Shadows, The Hollies and more….
Members £free
Non-members/guests £2.00
Sunday 12th Apr 2020
The Mad Dog Davies Band @ The Oddfellows Arms, Nantwich
Mad Dog Bryn Davies brings his band of Rock 'n' Roll renegades back to The Oddfellows Arms for a Folk and Blues Stomp Session!
Various musicians, double bass, banjo, fiddles and accordions will all be in attendance!
9.00pm
Also -
12.00pm Heidi and Colin Browne
3.00pm Fine Lines
6.00pm Billy Bibby
FREE ENTRY. NO WRISTBAND NEEDED.
Fine Lines @ The Oddfellows Arms, Nantwich
Fine Lines is a project started by singer/songwriter David Boardman in 2016.
A long time lover of all things folky and rootsy, David has been writing acoustic based music for many years and has now collected those songs under the banner of Fine Lines.
Influenced by the likes of Bob Dylan & The Band, John Martyn and Mercury era Rod Stewart and also modern day troubadours such as Ray La Montagne and Ryan Adams, these stripped back, mature songs deal in heartbreak and soul baring. Centered around the core duo of David and co-vocalist Zoe Blythe and accompanied by a cast of strolling players, including Mark Radcliffe (Family Mahone, Galleon Blast etc.) on drums, these fine songs shine through.
In their short time together, Fine Lines have already played with the likes of folk giants Merry Hell, Mark Radcliffe’s Galleon Blast and John Power (The La’s/Cast). The band’s John Kettle produced debut album ‘Hour Of Need’ is OUT NOW on Parade Recordings and they are playing live throughout the UK.
3.00pm
Also -
12.00pm Heidi and Colin Browne
6.00pm Billy Bibby
9.00pm The Mad Dog Davies Band
FREE ENTRY. NO WRISTBAND NEEDED.
Billy Bibby @ The Oddfellows Arms, Nantwich
A special solo acoustic show from Billy Bibby, former lead guitarist of the Indie-Rock band Catfish And The Bottlemen.
Billy Bibby is a singer/songwriter from Llandudno. Following a busy couple of years solo and with his band The Wry Smiles, Billy's new band HAiG (half Wry Smiles with Billy and guitarist Tom and half New York Tourists Carl and Joe) are hitting the road with a 'balls deep explosive rock n roll sound with a hint of hop!'
Billy is solo for this show, but fans of Rock/Indie music definitely won't be disappointed and with this being an acoustic set it should also encourage fans of Folk/Americana and Country as well to come along and experience a great live set!
6.00pm
Also -
12.00pm Heidi and Colin Browne
3.00pm Fine Lines
9.00pm The Mad Dog Davies Band
FREE ENTRY. NO WRISTBAND NEEDED.
Heidi and Colin Browne @ The Oddfellows Arms, Nantwich
Fabulous family-Browne duo. Performing a great range of music, topped off by a bit of personality! Expect fantastic musicianship!
Heidi was selected by BBC Introducing as one of 25 unsigned UK acts tipped for success back in 2013, invited to attend a musician's masterclass at Abbey Road Studios and met with high praise from BBC Radio 2's Tom Robinson. I n 2014 Heidi went on to beat over 9,000 competitors to win Open Mic UK winning an artist development deal. Heidi Browne's first two albums were aired on BBC Radio1, BBC 6Music & Amazing Radio, with 'Lost in Grey' tipped a 'stand-out release' by The Musician Magazine.
Heidi released her highly-acclaimed third album 'White Rabbits' in Spring 2015 and during her European album launch tour encompassing Belgium, Holland, Germany, Denmark and Luxembourg performed live on national German and Luxembourgian radio, partaking in bilingual interviews. Heidi's Summer single 'Colouring Outside The Lines' was chosen as 'song of the month' regionally and has been played nationwide in the UK with Sir Bob Harris declaring 'How good is that!?'.
2016 saw the release of 4th album 'Holiday For Your Heart' with a tour of Australia. Stand out tracks include 'Little Darling' and 'Under The Weather' which received radio play in Italy, Australia and the UK on stations including BBC Radio 2. This year Heidi begins work on her 5th studio album and hatches plans for tours of the US and Japan.
Heidi is joined by her Dad, Colin Browne, on keys (ex Kate Bush Band, Barclay James Harvest, Ruby Turner band).
12.00pm
Also -
3.00pm Fine Lines
6.00pm Billy Bibby
9.00pm The Mad Dog Davies Band
FREE ENTRY. NO WRISTBAND NEEDED.
NSS Band @ The Raven, Crewe
DOUBLE TROUBLE AT THE RAVEN!
The NSS are probably Crewe's premier party band, rocking for over 20 years, they were a polished act back then and still deliver a cracking, consistent set of 70s soul and disco, with a few newbies thrown in for good measure!
Lead singer Al Dwyer works the crowd effortlessly and just has a simple, comfortable stage presence that lures you in. They've been touring the country for years and it's always great to see them back in Crewe...
9.00pm
ALSO - a set from Flameproof, the slimmed down acoustic band at 6.00pm
Don't miss this free gig!
Flameproof @ The Raven, Crewe
Local legend Al Dwyer of soul act NSS plays an acoustic set at The Raven.
He'll be joined by Ade McLeod from the band and by Kev Maloney.
This is an opportunity to see one of Crewe's finest vocalists in action, away from his usual band!
6.00pm early show.
Also, at 9.00pm - NSS Band full show!
Monday 13th Apr 2020
Marc Gallagher @ The Oddfellows Arms, Nantwich
Marc Gallagher plays a combination of quirky covers and heartfelt original music on the ukulele.
Marc has plied his trade around bars, weddings and parties with one of the most diverse repertoires around. With countless shows under his belt, Marc has entertained audiences of all kinds with over 18 hours of covers in his back pocket!
12.00pm
Also, at
3.00pm We Are Nomad
6.00pm David Cotterill
FREE ENTRY. NO WRISTBAND NEEDED.
Dave Cotterill @ The Oddfellows Arms, Nantwich
Dave Cotterill is a renowned guitarist and musician from Staffordshire and has over 30 years experience in the music industry, playing blues, jazz, country, rock and pop to audiences all over the world.
Dave’s musical activities are varied and diverse, from being the lead guitarist in the British rock group Demon and playing such high profile gigs as Sweden Rocks, to being the chosen acoustic touring partner when in the UK and Europe for Eric Martin, singer of American rock supergroup Mr Big.
He is also regularly invited to play in the USA with The Greg Billings Band. When back in the UK, Dave plays guitar in popular bar / function band The Vanz, and is a successful and popular solo artist.
6.00pm
Also, at
12.00pm Marc Gallagher
3.00pm We Are Nomad
FREE ENTRY. NO WRISTBAND NEEDED.
We Are Nomad @ The Oddfellows Arms, Nantwich
Proggers We Are Nomad are Mike Aitchison (guitars, bass, programming, vocals) and Rona Leftwich (alto and tenor sax, flute, clarinet, keyboards, vocals) and they like to go out to play...
Think Pink Floyd, Fairport, Lindisfarne, Waterboys. That sort of thing...
3.00pm
Also, at
12.00pm Marc Gallagher
6.00pm David Cotterill
FREE ENTRY. NO WRISTBAND NEEDED.
Green Hot Clover @ The Raven, Crewe
Since their formation in 1999 Green Hot Clover have thrilled audiences across the world with their unique brand of show stopping entertainment. Having toured extensively across Europe and America these boys really know how to work a crowd.
This fabulous four-piece are capable of covering any genre of music from Irish traditional to modern and classic pop/ rock.
G.H.C really are the complete live act. Combine their extensive repertoire and experience with their doubtless talent and you have the perfect combination for an unforgettable show!
5.00pm. EARLY SHOW!
Tuesday 14th Apr 2020
The Norfolk Mountain Rescue Team Acoustic Session @ Black Lion, Nantwich
Acoustic Open Mic Night @ The Railway Inn, Alsager
Open Mic Night @ The Oddfellows Arms, Nantwich
Folk Night @ The Hawk, Haslington
Wednesday 15th Apr 2020
Open Mic Night @ The Raven, Crewe
Thursday 16th Apr 2020
Open Mic Night with Marc Gollins @ The Brunswick, Crewe
The Brunswick Open Mic Night, hosted by established local musician, Marc Gollins.
"Every Monday for new and existing bands, solo artists, stand-up comedians or alternative entertainment - come along and if you pass the audition you will get a paid gig here at The Brunswick. Please let us know if you're coming along to perform..." (click through to their Facebook page here).
All welcome, performers and spectators alike.
Free entry.
7.30ish start.
Open Mic Night @ The Lower Chequer, Sandbach
With Slug and friends...
Friday 17th Apr 2020
The Leaders @ The Flying Lady, Crewe
The Leaders - A little bit Country, little bit Blues, little bit Rock 'n' Roll...
Band Members -
Steve Brown
Mike Havelock
Steve Cooper
Bob Kirby
Simon Goldthorpe
Take a tablespoon of good music, a scoop of entertainment, a measure of talent, mix well - Welcome to the show!
Martin Gregory Lambert @ Shavington Club, Shavington
As seen on Britain's Got Talent!
Martin Gregory-Lambert is one of those modest artistes that has been performing on stage for almost 20 years in bands and duos before springing to fruition as a performer in his own right.
Pushed into the limelight following his win on the BBC Television Show 'Star for a Night' with Jane MacDonald and more recently on BGT, Martin is now the complete entertainer - with his own brand of humour and as vocally talented as your favourite singer.
Expect favourites from El Divo, G4, Russell Watson, Michael Ball, Roy Orbison, Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, Roy Orbison, Elton John etc....
£5
ADULTS ONLY
Shakermaker @ The Cosey Club, Haslington
Shakermaker are a professional covers band playing rock, indie and rock n roll music from the 50's to the present day.
Members £free
Non-members/guests £2.00
Rodimus @ The Woodside, Crewe
Rodimus has been established since 2006 in its current line-up: Brendan O’Rourke on bass and lead vocals, Ant Brown on drums and Jonny Darnell on guitar. Resident band to the World famous Cavern Pub and regulars at many bars in the North West, an eclectic mix of covers keeps them busy and their audiences entertained.
Forgotten classics and unexpected medleys await, from Soft Cell into The Eurythmics; Groove Is In The Heart into Uptown Funk and many more besides...
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