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 →

Loudhailer acoustic evenings have a new home!

Loudhailer Acoustic is moving to a new home! Thanks to everyone who came to play and listen at our last acoustic evening at Atkinson's Cafe Bar. And what a great evening it was! The cafe was full to bursting with superb sounds from old and new friends. Rich and I had some new songs on … Continue reading Loudhailer acoustic evenings have a new home! →

Loudhailer Acoustic November 2012

Thanks to everyone who came to play or listen to the musicians at our Loudhailer Acoustic night at Atkinson's Cafe Bar last night. A packed house and great sets from Martin Clappison, Mike & John and Karl Oakes. Gifford Rolfe's set went from The Moors Murders to Bill Haley in the blink of an eye … Continue reading Loudhailer Acoustic November 2012 →

Brand New Classics and Flying Capos

There was a lovely vibe at last night's Loudhailer Acoustic open mic night at Atkinson's Cafe Bar. Everyone was inspired and trying out new songs. I was mesmerised by at least one song in everyone's set. Three Quarters of The Smugglers started off by showing us some old fishing pictures from Backtrack Hull on an … Continue reading Brand New Classics and Flying Capos →