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TodayDoors 19:30

Lucy Farrell & Shane Pendergast

Kitchen Garden Cafe · Birmingham

Rooted in the rich traditions of English and Maritime folk music, Lucy Farrell and Shane Pendergast bring together two distinct yet complementary voices in contemporary folk. Lucy Farrell, a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winner, is celebrated for her poetic songwriting, unconventional melodies, and the crystalline clarity of her voice. Known for her work with The Furrow Collective, Eliza Carthy and the Wayward Band, and a host of other acclaimed collaborations, Farrell has carved out a singular place in English folk with her elegant, understated tenor guitar and viola arrangements. Her solo work reveals a deep lyricism and a rare ability to make the strange feel familiar, and the familiar feel extraordinary. Shane Pendergast, hailing from Prince Edward Island, Canada, carries forward a long lineage of Maritime storytellers and songkeepers. A troubadour of the East Coast, his plainspoken yet profound songwriting has earned him recognition at folk festivals worldwide, as well as Contemporary Roots Album of the Year at the Music PEI Awards for Second Wind (2021). His 2025 release Winter Grace offers a deeply personal reflection on the joys and hardships of life in the Maritimes. Together, Fa...

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TomorrowDoors 19:30

Ruth Trimble

Kitchen Garden Cafe · Birmingham

Since releasing her first album, 'Things I Want To Say', in 2012, Northern Ireland's Ruth Trimble has been touring the UK and Ireland, supporting the likes of Clannad and playing as a multi-instrumentalist alongside Olivia Newton John, Beth Nielsen Chapman and Judie Tzuke, to name a few! It was the title track of her Christmas release in 2013, 'Each Christmas Till Then', which got the attention of BBC Radio2's Bob Harris and finally introduced her music to a bigger radio audience. In 2016 Ruth released her third album 'Before The Rain', a body of work which got extensive radio play and attention nationwide. Her work as a producer has also not gone unnoticed, as she was approached by legendary NI songwriter Robin Mark to co-produce his 2014 album 'Liberation Praise'. 2024 saw the release of Ruth's first new music in 8 years, with her highly anticipated new album 'Peace Of Mind'. Her first single 'Love Light' gained her more than 2.5k new listeners on Spotify within a few weeks of its release and the album as a whole passed 100k streams within a few months, which is a huge success for an independent artist today. Known for her wit as much as her music, you won’t want to miss the ra...

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Sat 14 NovDoors 19:30

Dave McCabe (The Zutons)

Kitchen Garden Cafe · Birmingham

After recently stepping out with his debut solo single “When You’re Young”, Dave McCabe is heading back on the road this November for a run of UK dates, joined once again by special guest, James Jay Lewis. Best known as the voice and songwriter behind The Zutons, McCabe’s move into solo territory has already made a strong impression. “When You’re Young” has been tremendously well received and already a firm live favourite. Earlier this year, McCabe and Lewis played a run of shows together that quickly gathered momentum, with packed rooms and a great response night after night. This new tour builds on that, taking them to more venues across the UK through November and into December. McCabe’s set draws from material throughout his rich writing career, from Zutons classics, to songs he wrote for other artists and glimpses of his new music, the second of which will be released in advance of the tour. Jay Lewis is a perfect fit for the bill. A Liverpool-born multi-instrumentalist, he’s worked with Cast and The La's over the years, and has been steadily building his own solo following. With songs that carry a classic, melodic British song writing style, and his outstand...

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Sun 15 NovDoors 19:30

Abigail Lapell

Kitchen Garden Cafe · Birmingham

Call it prairie noir or Canadiana desert rock: Toronto’s Abigail Lapell sings haunting, gorgeous modern folk songs. She’s won three Canadian Folk Music Awards - including English Songwriter of the Year and Contemporary Album of the Year - reaching #1 on Canadian folk radio and over 48 million streams across digital platforms. Lapell tours widely across North America and Europe, performing on vocals, piano, harmonica and finger style guitar. Her latest album, Anniversary, was released May 2024 on Outside Music. “Abigail writes songs that stop you right in your tracks.” (Brooklyn Vegan). “Abigail Lapell may be the best folk artist you haven't yet discovered.” (KUTX (NPR)). “Understated yet seductive.” (No Depression). “A disc of pure, impalpable beauty, weightless notes and melodies that pierce our hearts” (Rolling Stone).

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Sun 29 NovDoors 13:00

Not So Young

Fletchers Bar & Eatery · Birmingham

The eclectic Neil Young tribute band, Not So Young , are back with a special 20th Anniversary Show featuring some surprise guests. Taking their inspiration from Neil’s ragged and sensitive free expression, audiences are uplifted as they capture an unique and spirited live sound, covering all eras from singer songwriter, to country, blues, rock, grunge and psychedelia. As usual they'll be performing songs from the Neil Young songbook - all the big hits and fan favourites from acoustic to legendary anthems...

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Sun 29 NovDoors 14:00

Joe James Thomas - Rock n Roll, Rhythm n Blues & Country

Joe Joe Jims · Birmingham

On Sunday 29th November, Joe James Thomas makes a welcome return to the JJJ stage for an afternoon of rock n roll, rhythm n blues and Country. Joe plays a variety of instruments - piano, guitar, ukulele - and enjoys breathing life into classic tunes ranging from the vintage rock 'n' roll of Chuck Berry, through to Johnny Cash, music hall and the legendary George Formby so expect much variety in what promises to be a highly entertaining gig! [Special Offer: if you’re a ticket holder for this weekend’s Friday or Saturday gig, you can join us for this Sunday afternoon gig free of charge (subject to capacity)!] Ticket: £7.00 (+Fees) online | £10.00 on the door (subject to capacity) Ticketing Information: Tickets are for ‘general admission’ giving you access to any available seating or standing areas. There is no assigned seating, any seating that is available can be taken on a first come first served basis. Last entry to Joe Joe Jims is at 10.30pm. Accessibility: Access to Joe Joe Jims via the front doors is on the level with the frontage and footpath without the need to negotiate any steps or changes in surface height. The venue itself is is on the same level as the frontage...

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Sun 29 NovDoors 16:00

The Roy Orbison Songbook

The Robin · Wolverhampton

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Sun 29 NovDoors 18:30

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KK's Steel Mill · Wolverhampton

Creature In The Black Night Tour

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