Tim Edey at Knutsford Little Theatre

Sat 19 DecDoors 19:00

Virginia Kettle's Rolling Folk and Wet The Tea in Knutsford

Little Theatre · Knutsford

Following a fabulous night of folky goodness last year, once again, we offer an opportunity to see two of the finest and fastest rising groups in the folk world in the lovely Knutsford Little Theatre. Virginia Kettle is the very heart of the multi award-winning folk-rock band Merry Hell. Her songs, spirit and energies have helped drive the band ever upwards, giving a significant outlet to her creativity, providing anthems such as Bury Me Naked, which had 20,000 fans swaying in a Cropredy field, as well as irresistible dancing tunes, and slices of wry humour as seen in ‘VIOLET’, her solo tour-de-force during the band set, where she often forgoes the need for amplification and wanders freely among the audience. Her solo album ‘No Place Like Tomorrow’ was a critical and popular success, hitting the heights of No.1 in the Amazon Folk Charts within days of its release. ROLLING FOLK As a prolific writer of songs, Rolling Folk gives Virginia the chance to share a variety of songs not included in Merry Hell’s sets. It is not a replacement for the band, but an additional outlet for her creativity and energy. Offering the same level of songwriting excellence as Merry Hell, but a di...

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Sat 16 Oct 2027Doors 19:00

John Hackett Band / EBB

Little Theatre · Knutsford

The John Hackett Band The John Hackett Band embodies the spirit of progressive rock. From John’s pastoral flute textures, through the funky interplay between drummer Duncan Parsons and bassist Jeremy Richardson to the intricacies of Nick Fletcher’s lead guitar the group embrace pop, rock, jazz, classical, funk and all stops in-between, from the tenderest of ballads to hair-raising instrumental workouts! Following the release of acclaimed second album, Red Institution in 2025, JHB celebrated their 10th anniversary in 2026. Their tour of the UK, Belgium, Germany and The Netherlands, thrilled audiences with brand new tracks alongside ‘Classic Hackett’ material from the heyday of progressive rock. John Hackett has been a much-loved and admired figure in the progressive rock scene since the mid-70’s; best-known for his flute work with his brother, former Genesis guitarist, Steve Hackett on albums such as Voyage of The Acolyte, Please Don’t Touch and Spectral Mornings as well as his own solo pieces Checking Out Of London, Another Life and The Piper Plays His Tune. Described by Steve Hackett as “probably the best jazz-rock guitarist in the country”, Nick Fletcher’s reput...

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Thu 3 DecDoors 12:30

Kieran Smith (Voice Recital)

St Andrew's Church · Longton

KTB Music is proud to present Kieran Smith as he sings classic Christmas carols and songs sprinkled with his favourite musical theatre ballads. Brace yourself for a festive recital that will navigate you through contemporary theatrical numbers amongst older standards from Lerner and Loewe, Boublil and Schoenberg. Mince pies and mulled wine will be served from 12.30pm.

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Thu 3 DecDoors 18:00

Carsick

The Bunkhouse · Swansea

Special Guests: BIGHEAD

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Thu 3 DecDoors 18:00

Christmas Carols by Candlelight (6pm)

St Mary Le Strand · London

Enjoy an exceptional candlelit carol concert this Christmas in the stunning setting of St Mary Le Strand.

GigsClassical

Thu 3 DecDoors 18:00

Girlschool + Raven + Alcatrazz + Airforce

The Factory · Worthing

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