Loudhailer Acoustic, July – Knees on Parade

Thanks to everyone who came to play or listen at Loudhailer Acoustic last night. It was a lovely hot summer evening of music and as a result a broad range of knees were on show both on stage and in the (especially appreciative) audience - knobbly, hairy, shaved and meaty.Rich and I opened up with … Continue reading Loudhailer Acoustic, July – Knees on Parade →

Devil’s Food & Angel’s Songs

Just love these Loudhailer Acoustic Nights. Fabulous audience and atmosphere, and a real variety of quality songwriting. But first things first, my oh my what a fine spread of home made cakes! OK here goes; Joan's amazing Devils Food Chocolate cake, Penny's Lemon sponge and Blackcurrant sandwich cakes, Rebecca's Rocky Road crispy sticky tray bake, Roy Gifford … Continue reading Devil’s Food & Angel’s Songs →

Acapellacousticarrotcake

Second Saturday of the month again, and thanks to everyone who came to play and to listen at last night’s Loudhailer Acoustic session. Candles and home baking were in abundance and the atmosphere in the WMC Hall was relaxed. Rich & I opened up with a trio of love songs for a change and then … Continue reading Acapellacousticarrotcake →

A Good Dose of Protest

Thanks to everyone who came to play and listen at last night's Loudhailer Acoustic. There was an incredible richness of performances; some welcome returners, some new guests and collaborations and a good smattering of new protest songs. Something in the air last night inspired  particularly spirited sets - it could have been the lunar new year's … Continue reading A Good Dose of Protest →