Jeremy Corbyn in Hull

This afternoon was Hull, Hope and Happiness. Jeremy Corbyn came to Hull and Rich, Dexter, Asa and I were amongst 3000 people who gathered in Queens Gardens to hear him speak and support him. It was awesome - inspirational sound talk, light at the end of the tunnel, and brilliant to see so many friends there. … Continue reading Jeremy Corbyn in Hull

My Words Our Songs

My Words Our Songs is the first Hull Women's Music Network project - and it's brilliant. Led by Ysabelle Wombwell and Warren Records, it started with two creative writing workshops which Christina Lewis and I led together for a fabulous group of young women - who astounded us with their superb writing. Here are some of them … Continue reading My Words Our Songs

Gamelan Musical Journey

Last night was the first performance of an embryonic new Hull Gamelan group. We have been practising tunes - especially written by Alec Roth for the Gamelan - to be performed for Laurence Rugg's Musical Journey, part of this summer's Amy Johnson Festival. At the end of another glorious sunny day, Laurence took us on an … Continue reading Gamelan Musical Journey

Celtarabia at Hull Folk Festival 2016

Another storming Celtarabia gig - this time headlining Saturday night at the Hull Folk and Maritime Festival. Such a terrific end to a glorious day at Hull Marina with an awesome audience who danced the high energy dance all the way through the set, from the first turn of the Gurdy to the last kick of … Continue reading Celtarabia at Hull Folk Festival 2016

Hull Folk at Zebedee’s Yard

Hull Folk Festival in partnership with the Amy Johnson Festival  Zebedee's Yard Stage Rich and I had a brilliant two days hosting the Hull Folk Festival stage at Zebedee's Yard where the Amy Johnson Festival is taking place all summer, so it was a double fun festival. The vibe was amazing all weekend, and we so enjoyed … Continue reading Hull Folk at Zebedee’s Yard

Loudhailer Acoustic July 2017

A huge thank you to everyone who came to Loudhailer Acoustic last week, and through out this year - players and audience alike. This month's night really was a bumper evening with super performances from a fabulous mix of regular and new guests. Amongst the new performers, Zach Theodorou played a superb percussion set, it was … Continue reading Loudhailer Acoustic July 2017