Well it’s that time of year again when we bring you the
Glastonbury Songwriting Final. We have some great prizes on offer for our 8
finalists. Slots at the Farmfestival and the GFM Stage at The Godney Gathering
are up for grabs along with an acoustic gig with Pheonix Somerset and slots at
The new Glastonbury Calling Festival. On top of this we also have a photo shoot
with Laura Zaky Photography. So we must say a huge thanks to all of our
sponsors.
In our first two finals we had great nights with two
fantastic winners in UKID and Jack Fox-Williams. On top of this many entries
won other great prizes and quite a few of those who didn’t bag prizes got asked
by our panel of judges to their festivals the following year.
We have two new judges on our initial entries this year so a
big thanks to them for doing such a great job of whittling down some fantastic
entries to just 8 finalists. It is a really difficult job but one which they
enjoyed but also found their selves torn as the standard was so high.
In the final all of the acts will play 3 songs, with their
final song being the entry they are judged on. It is a great night to celebrate
the diversity of music in the area and we have had big crowds on both of the
finals so please don’t miss out.
This Bristol-based trio benefits from Harry Gould’s lead
vocals and guitar, Bubba Erikson’s buoyant bass lines and Sam Snell’s flawless
harmonies and percussion. Meeting through mutual friends and coming together at
parties and open mics, the band was eventually formed in late 2014 and
following the release of their EP last year, have played iconic local venues
such as Mr Wolfs, The Gallimaufry and The Louisiana. Having worked on their
sound they decided a tour was in order, so naturally they went to the other
side of the world for some good ol’ Auzzy inspiration – any excuse for a
holiday!
With influences such as Mumford and Sons, Bears Den and Ben
Howard, it is clear why Harry and the Gondolas are the perfect
accompaniment to go with that cold cider you’re craving. Their chilled nu-folk,
acoustic sound and Gould’s deep resonating vocals carry the crowd toe tapping
and hand clapping through fast-paced Irish-folk to mellow ballads.
Nathan is a young musician studying at Bridgwater College.
We were impressed by his song but have very little information about him.
David 9 Lunas-All the Way Home
Living in the UK from
four years old, David a Trinidadian, has been mesmerizing audiences up and down
the country for a while now; usually solo but sometimes with a kick-arse rhythm
section that he calls The King Pigs. Specialising in slide and fingerpicking David’s style
is forcefully rhythmical with powerful vocal that ranges from lush to
gravelly.
In June 2014 David 9 Lunas first solo
album, Rain Water and Wine (produced by Anssi Jalonen)
became available through Band camp, iTunes and Amazon, facebook and you can
purchase a CD at all live performances. David 9 Lunas first EP, Mushroom
Tea was released on 1st April 2015
Kevin and the Destroyers are a Blues Rock band based in
Somerset, England. After performing their first gig at a local pub in Wells,
they were asked to support The Old Grey Whistle Test star John Otway at a local
gig, which sold out. After this, they started gigging in Bristol, which led
them to supporting bands such as Exit Calm and New City Kings, and have since
headlined their own show at the Louisiana in Bristol in July. They have since
recorded their own 3-track, self titled EP at a local studio, which can be
heard on their Bandcamp page.
Van is a popular local musician who plays a great deal on
the local music scene. He is a member of successful local Indie band Cable Co.
and also plays local solo gigs. This song represents his solo side and his own
talent as an individual songwriter.
My Social Orbit-Poor Ewe
The four-piece band like to describe their music as
''Intelligent, observant, tuneful, eclectic, contemporary Pop Rock''
They perform original songs that are intelligent and well crafted with classic
echoes of Paul Weller, Pink Floyd and the Pixies as well as being influenced by
musicians such as Radiohead, Pixies, Noel Gallagher & Arctic Monkeys.
Are a melodic Alternative Rock band, Based in Glastonbury
and have played as (InBrackets) since 2011. They have attended gigs in various
live music venues within Bristol and surrounding areas playing covers and their
own music. They are very dedicated to their music, making sure it's 'spot on'
before they play it to any of our fans. Their 3 track EP is available for FREE
to download through their facebook page.
BEN KENCH- A songwriter and performer. The creative
force of SAFEHAUS. Has written for established and international artists as
well as developing, nurturing, and producing homegrown talent.
Glastonbury Calling is a new one day festival on Saturday 27th
February run by the people and venues from the town. We want to highlight the
variety of great new music from the west and show off the cracking venues in
the town and show that the town is always full of great music. We love the
early part of the year as there is so much music coming out and we intend to
get a jump on the summer festivals and show it off.
Spread over 4 venues The Riflemans, The Hawthorns, The King
Arthur and The Bocabar £10 will buy you a wristband to cover all of the venues
and music which is great value. Tickets are on sale from Bristol Ticket Shop,
Jaywalk Guitars and the venues. Any
profits will go to Glastonbury FM. Limited ticket offer of 2 tickets for £15 from Jaywalk Guitars from 04/02/16.
4 best mates who make music and spend most of their time in
a van' it's clear these guys are much more than that. After spending the last
year non stop touring and making appearances at some great festivals this
summer, it's clear that these guys are not only determined but are also one to
watch! Check out their video for 'BFF' below
2145-2230 Foreign
Affairs
Started by brothers Adam and Lawrence in 2012 Foreign
Affairs are a Folk-Rock duo from Bristol. Their catchy music infuses the best
of English Folk with American Country. The raw and passionate vocal of
younger brother Lawrence turns heads instantly but it is the carefully crafted
songs and energetic performance that keeps them facing that way.
2030-2115 Funke and
the Two Tone Baby
Funke and the Two Tone Baby is a one man sonic explosion.
Uncategorized and uncharted. Jammed halfway between frenzied alt-blues and
metronomic dance beats. Combining guitar and harmonica with beatboxing and
effects that seamlessly collide the organic with the mechanical to create a
fresh sound of unstoppable rhythm and unrelenting melody.
1930-2000 Chloe
Warren
Chloë Warren + Her Band perform alternative-pop music with a
unique feel, as recognised by BBC Introducing in the West and many other
venues, festivals and radio stations all over the UK. Emotive lyrics and catchy
riffs, make this Somerset based band stand out on the local music scene and
combine to create enchanting songs that anyone can relate to. At the age of 22
Chloë has already performed headline slots at all of Bristol’s top venues as
well as playing support at the O2 Academy, she has also shared the bill with
huge acts including Primal Scream, Reef and UB40 at some of the UK’s best
festivals. With the release of their brand new EP ‘White Noise’ it boasts a
fresh sound and a new look for Chloë and her band turning the page onto a new
and even more exciting chapter in their musical journey.
1815-1900 Square One
Square One are an exciting, energetic Bro Country band with
songs packed full of foot stomping riffs. They are bound to get any party
moving.
1715-1745 Rick
Marwood
27 year old acoustic singer/songwriter from Hampshire, based
in Bristol. Influenced by Elliott Smith, Fionn Regan, Johnny Flynn
Bite the Buffalo Cradle rocked in the mining towns of The
Copperbelt in Central Africa, the brothers jet set to the UK to share their
sonic ramblings.
Releasing the Bromigos EP in 2012 led to touring the UK / Europe and through to
The United States. Following up a successful year with their stomping debut
album 'Blue Lips' created in a lighthouse off the coast of Dorset took the guys
to SXSW festival in Texas and back for a storming set on the BBC Introducing
Stage at Glastonbury Festival which got the attention of Led Zeppelin's Robert
Plant who invited the brothers to join him at a sold out Manchester
Apollo.
With a NEW ALBUM coming soon all guns are blazing for a big 2016.
2100-2145 UKID
UK:ID are a five-piece drum & bass collective with
infectious tunes and lyrics that bite back!They have enjoyed excellent reviews on some of the industry’s most notable
music blogs, including FlavourMag, Louder Than War and GigSlutz, while their
acclaimed debut album ‘Freedom Of Speech’ and follow-up EP ‘Symbols’ have been
massively supported by BBC Introducing.
Having played well in excess of 100 shows up and down the
country, they have an extensive social media following, and their breakthrough
video 'Something Or Nothing' won an exclusive promotion on Vevo. When they’re
not in studio recording, you’ll find UK:ID blazing it, out on the road, touring.
1945-2030 Idles
Idles are often a five piece POST-PUNK band from
BristolLondonNewportBelfast just south of Scotland. They're really really
really really really really good. Some say they re-invented being good live as
well. Two of them are fat. With a punk ethic that transfers itself into their
incendiary live shows, word is traveling fast about Idles.
1830-1915 Stone Cold
Fiction
With a distinct Blues Rock sound Stone Cold Fiction grace
every stage with a performance packed full of sweaty, beer stained energy.
Recent shows have seen non stop crowd surfing, moshing and head banging.
1715-1800 Finches Fly
Finches Fly are an energetic young alternative/punk three
piece from Shepton Mallet, who have recently been focusing on recording and
songwriting after a very busy two years of hard gigging. The band are looking
forward to playing more and more gigs and really excited to reveal some new
songs that they have been working on.
Any Other Day are an Alt-Rock blend of punchy guitar, catchy
female vocals and driving basslines. With a passion to bring a fresh face to
rock music and an ever-energetic performance they promise to get you on your
feet.
After re-shaping their set in 2013, Apherium began to spread
their wings racking up a series of successful shows in London, Midlands, South
Wales and throughout the South West. The band then bunkered down in preparation
for their new EP, entitled ‘Neoteric’, released on 22nd September 2014 which is
rammed with sonic sledgehammer fists- in-the-air choruses and explosive rhythms
that promise to melt your ears
The Hawthorns Hotel
2245-2330 Liam Howard
and the Truthseekers
A live act from Glastonbury, Somerset, UK. A passion for
song writing and playing as a band… We’re ‘Liam Howard & The Truthseekers’!
Really popular songsmith with a bucketful of songs to sing along to.
The Thatchers are a high energetic acoustic trio based in
the heart of the county of Somerset, formed in 2013.
Highly influenced by the Southern americana folk scene The
Thatchers blend a heavier side of the genre with their signatured, well
balanced three part harmonies, and have been quoted by many as a ' festival
favourites' due to their on stage charisma. With their very well recieved debut
album 'Whiskey Tales' released in 2015 alongside a very ambitious UK tour,
which saw them play alongside some legendary acts, it is very clear that this
band are set on making themselves heard.
2015-2100 John D
Revelator
John D Revelator The best goddamn band in West Bradley,
kings & queens of West Country swamp folk, John D Revelator are pleased
& proud to return to the crucible of Glastonbury's music scene to perform
at the Hawthorns stage. Cheeky, toe tapping tunes of love, loss, politics,
football, drug abuse & ditches are delivered by the gig hardened 5 piece of
John, Ann, Smudge, G & Paul. About Glastonbury, by Glastonbury & for
Glastonbury. If Glastonbury is calling then it sounds a lot like John D
Revelator!
Yes as Liam is letting us crash his and Andy’s birthday
party he is playing 2 sets.
1745-1830 Sam Evans
Trio
Sam Evans Band The band never perform without impressing and
often astonishing listeners. A rare blend of musical integrity and a real
performing presence - pure enjoyment on both sides of the stage!
Listing musicians Bob Marley and Xavier Rudd amongst their
influences, Sam Evans and his band deliver a blended fusion of soul, funk,
blues and reggae. The band have been touring and recording for over a year, and
give a one-off sound that gets the crowd on their feet. Sam, who hails from
Bristol and only 20, is widely recognised as a rising star in the UK, having
performed 100’s gigs over the past few years at mainstream venues, such as The
100 Club, London; hitting the festival circuit, as well as touring Ireland and
Romania.
The success of the 2015 festival performances has been
rewarded with advance bookings for the 2016 festival season and a 4th tour of
Ireland in July/August 2016 has already been booked. Sam and the boys were
recently featured on 'BBC Introducing' in the West, a milestone for them, to
play tracks from their 2015 EP “A Change is on its Way”, Sam’s 5th EP will be
released in Summer 2016.
1630-1715 Billy
Shinbone
Billy Shinbone is a folk & blues & rock & roll
artist. He writes & sings & plays guitar & banjo mainly, but also
plays mandolin, lap steel, dobro, harmonica & a little accordion....
He likes old music like hillbilly boogie, blues & folk, bluegrass, rock 'n'
roll & can't resist a little 60s psychedelia. His style is a kind of
hybrid of Doc Watson, Bo Diddley & the Kinks. As well his solo
work he plays with other bands & artists, notably Flipron, Nick Parker
& the False Alarms & until recently, the Neville Staple Band.
1515-1600 Priddice
Brothers
Craig and Alex Priddice are an acoustic duo from Street in
Somerset
1415-1500 Sam Patten
A mixture of self written and traditional folk songs and
tunes delivered with a passion for the music Sam loves, this is upbeat,foot
stomping folk performed with the rhythmic drive of the bouzouki. Give it a go,
you may just like it!
The Riflemans
1930-0000 DJ Arena
Madame Twisted
After taking a short break Madame Twisted bounced back in
2012 with a brand new Minimal style, a sound that she is renowned for
today . Since then, Madame Twisted's talent has been recognized by established
and well respected promoters & has gained sets & new residencies at the
hottest club nights up & down the UK.
Madame was a finalist in the All Girls On Decks DJ comp Judged by Lisa Lashes
in January 2015 eventually finishing runner up & playing at Cafe de Paris
in London alongside the winner & her idol Lisa lashes.
Madame is now resident DJ for Decadance & has launched her own brand
'Release' In Cardiff.
C.DuB has played at parties and events supporting Nicky
Blackmarket, GUV, Levela, Interface, Skanky Sounds, Frantic, Suspect Militia
& The Audio Dubz.. The list is constantly growing! With fresh, filthy beats
and clever techniques.. C.DuB is definately one to watch out for!
dj/producer from the uk. making music in the genres of funky
house/progressive/trance and funk, also remixing for artists such as Michelle
Williams, Run DMC and more. as well as dj ing live there is also the
2drunk2funk radio show that goes out world wide every week.
Since the very beginning Lisa Mae's sets have showcased a
wide variety of dance music whether it be old or new, obscure or well known. Her
uplifting energy, passion and unique feel for taking her listeners on a musical
journey has given her openings to captivate crowds in the Southwest UK, London,
Barcelona, Europe and hold residency at the opening of Atlantis in Dubai.
By fourteen Kane was releasing weekly mixes & local
radio station podcasts. After feeling comfortable mixing he began to introduce
himself to producing his own music on Ableton & FL Studio.
This soon led to Kane releasing his debut track 'Believe' not only on iTunes
but on his own self made record label 'Project House Records'. He made this
label to not only release his own music on but to help many local DJs &
Producers into releasing their own music.
First became a DJ in 1982, played in many clubs and bars
throughout the UK, from private parties for the rich and famous to clubs in
Southampton & Brighton such as The Honey Club, The Event & Revenge,
playing “House, Trance & Techno”.
Acoustic Section 1730-1815 The
Legendary SnakeSnakeSnake
The Legendary snakeSNAKEsnake are a musical Burrow
hill-billy three piece from Somerset featuring guitar, banjo, melodica and
cello. They describe their sound as Johnny Cash meets Hayseed Dixie, The
Wurzels and The Ramones. A sort of country, cowpunk, vaudeville, mish
mash."
