The festive season is finally upon us (actually, it’s been around since the end of Halloween!) and there’s no better time to go out, have a few drinkies, and listen to some great acoustic music. However, there are lots of recurring events in the Liverpool Acoustic Diary so it’s probably a good idea to check with the organiser or venue before heading out to anything that’s in the diary during the Christmas and New Year period.
LIVERPOOL ACOUSTIC LIVE
November’s Liverpool Acoustic Live was the last of the year. We’re taking a break in December, but will be back again on Friday 22nd January with a cracking line-up including The Random Family, Andy Chandler, Suzanne Jones, and Sparkwood & 21. We’ve also got one eye on our first birthday bash in February which will feature an extra special guest! Can’t wait!
The Liverpool Acoustic Spotlight audio show this month will feature a selection of musical treats from local acoustic artists.
DIARY NEWS
Like the ups and downs of the stock exchange, the local acoustic scene also sees its fair share of peaks and troughs. Here’s what we have to report this month, in a Financial Times stylee.
You say goodbye…
- Not so much ‘goodbye’, more ‘see ya later’. The monthly Blues on the Rock event at Fort Perch Rock is taking a break while hosts Blue C concentrate on writing news songs and recording their next album. They’re going out with a festive bang (cracker, anyone?) on 13th December, with surprise guests, party games, and free mince pies.
- The Liverpool Acoustic Blues Lounge is also taking a break for the same reasons as the Blues on the Rock, but they’re signing off with the wonderful Dean Johnson on Friday 4th.
And I say hello…
- Nouveau Django have a new residency every Monday night at Heebie Jeebies.
- Royal with Cheese started as a one-off, and is now a semi-regular event. It takes place at The Royal Hotel on Smithdown Road. There’s now a facebook group for those who want more details.
As always, if there’s anything we’ve missed from the diary then drop us a line and we’ll add it.
DECEMBER DIARY SELECTION BOX
Here’s a selection of some of the acoustic events taking place in December. Click on the event in the diary for full details and links. If you’d like your event to get a special mention in a future newsletter then let us know.
Thursday 3rd – NICE closing concert. NICE is the annual celebration of all things nordic, so it’s no surprise to see the closing concert featuring both Ragz and Kaya. £5 tickets, 8pm start. Also features Picture Book and Budam. thebluecoat.org.uk
Friday 4th – Liverpool Acoustic Blues Lounge. Blue C host very special guest Dean Johnson at a rare local gig. 8pm doors, and £5 in. myspace.com/bluecblues
Monday 7th – Come Strut Your Stuff @ The Egg Cafe. Open floor poetry and acoustic music takes place once a month in Liverpool’s best vegetarian bistro. The event starts at 8pm but if you want to perform you’ll need to be there before 7.20pm to get your name on the list. comestrutyourstuff.co.uk
Saturday 12th – Live @ Lewis’s is a new concept bringing live music to one of Liverpool’s best loved department stores. Taking place in the second floor fashion department, the December event also features a fashion show. It runs from 12pm to 4pm, and is hosted by Dogstar* and FAB.
Sunday 13th – Acoustic Run is back at The Magnet for another feast of music. Nicholas Turner, The Mojoes, Peter Cunningham, Ste Hedley, and Matt Swift all feature. Doors 6.30pm, and £3 in. However, if you rsvp on either MySpace or facebook you’ll automatically be added to the £2 guest list! myspace.com/thebackstagepromotions
Saturday 19th – Too Cold For Ice Cream is the perfect pre-Christmas treat. 7.30pm start at 3345 Parr Street with donations accepted on the door. Your Christmas Crackers are Ogo, Jay Norton, 15 Storeys, Jsoul, and Christina Malley.
Monday 21st – Acoustic Live Lounge @ 3345 Parr Street has been going from strength to strength since taking over the slot left by Acoustic Slice. The last one before Christmas features Troubadour and Eimear Bradley, plus lots of lovely open mic. Hosted by Barry Briercliffe, the event kicks off at 8pm.
AND FINALLY…
If you’ve been to a great open mic night or jam session and would like to share it with the rest of the world then why not write a review for the News and Reviews page? You can send it to us using the Contact Us form or by emailing contact[at]liverpoolacoustic.co.uk
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Happy Christmas from the Liverpool Acoustic Team
Graham, Stuart, Gemma, and Gill