Author Archives: Richard

The Ballad of Wallis Island

By Richard |

12a An eccentric lottery winner who lives alone on a remote island tries to make his fantasies come true by getting his favourite musicians to perform at his home.

Mr Burton

By Richard |

Wild schoolboy Rich Jenkins, with alcoholic miner father and teacher Philip Burton who saw his potential, transforms into Richard Burton – Wales’ greatest star. Stars Toby Jones.

Henry Normal and Jan Brierton

By Richard |

Henry Normal and Dubliner Jan Brierton present an evening of poetry and laughs. Henry will be reading poems from his new book An Alphabet of Storms whilst Jan’s poems reflect on being a wife, mother, daughter, sister and retired raver. Expect a highly engaging evening.

Taff Rapids

By Richard |

Introducing Taff Rapids, Cardiff’s bluegrass sensation taking the international stage by storm. Comprising seasoned musicians Darren Eedens, Sion Russell Jones, David Grubb, and Clem Saynor, the band blends traditional bluegrass classics with captivating originals, incorporating Welsh-language songs for a unique global appeal. In 2023, they were invited to the IBMA World of Bluegrass Showcase in […]

Dom Pipkin

By Richard |

Dom Pipkin: piano from London, soul from New Orleans Alongside a glittering session career (David Byrne, Ray Davies, Morcheeba), piano player and songwriter Dom Pipkin has been described by Blues in Britain as “one of the world’s greatest exponents of New Orleans piano”.   He first discovered the New Orleans style in the early ‘90s, and […]

Kasper Rietkerk

By Richard |

Kasper Rietkerk – The Happy Worrier Multi-award winning saxophonist Kasper Rietkerk, collaborated with artists as Eddie Chacon, John Caroll Kirby, Jean Toussaint, and many others. He is also a member of the Emma Rawicz Jazz Orchestra. His diverse career includes appearances on various TV and radio programs. Kasper has been awarded with the VDEF Next […]

RAINEY’S REVUE

By Richard |

Led by the renowned RICHARD EXALL (The Glen Miller Orchestra UK, The Pasadena Roof Orchestra) on tenor sax and clarinet, in collaboration with Musical Director, DOM BARNETT on piano, our performance has been arranged to feature some of the classic songs by the singer dubbed ‘The Mother of The Blues’ – Ma Rainey – whilst […]

3 Voices

By Richard |

Gatehouse

By Richard |

Gatehouse is a distinguished Irish traditional band known for their thoughtful interpretations, rich musicality, and deep respect for the tradition. Featuring Rachel Garvey on vocals, Jacinta McEvoy on guitar and concertina, John McEvoy on fiddle and mandola, and John Wynne on flute and whistles, the group brings together some of Ireland’s most respected musicians. Their […]

Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell

By Richard |

Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell are a two-man trad tornado tearing through the folk world with foot percussion, fiddle, guitar, vocals and groove to spare mixing Scottish and English roots with modern air. They deliver foot-stomping tunes rich harmonies and cheek and charm whether in a village hall or a festival.  Their shows radiate connection […]

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