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jiva
Acoustic

singer/songwriter acoustic duo with a gentle blend



Northeast
United Kingdom

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   jiva: General Info
Member Since12/26/2006
Band Websitejiva.co.uk
Band Members
Jimmy - the ji
  • Vocals
  • Acoustic 6 and 12 string guitars

Val - the va

  • Vocals
  • Acoustic 6 and 12 string guitars


Influences
Our favourite writers/performers are:
We are fortunate to have excellent guitars and a state of the art sound system.

The quality of sound is inspirational, and the above equipment is therefore a direct influence on us as performers.

There are many other writers and performers we enjoy listening to - most of these are acoustic based, and have probably influenced our sound to some degree... too many to list, but those that spring immediately to mind are (in alphabetical order):

  • Cat Stevens
  • Cathryn Craig & Brian Willoughby
  • Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
  • Dana and Susan Robinson
  • Eagles
  • Harvey Andrews
  • James Taylor
  • Janis Ian
  • Jim Croce
  • Linda Ronstadt
  • Linda Thompson
  • Magna Carta
  • Nanci Griffith
  • Paul Siebel
  • Ralph McTell
  • Richard Thompson
  • Show of Hands
  • Steve & Kristi Nebel
  • Suzanne Vega
  • Tom Pacheco
  • Tracy Chapman
Sounds Like

A gentle blend of acoustic guitars and vocal harmony...


What a great pleasure to hear jiva twice in a week. Firstly at the Davy Lamp Folk Club and then at the Clarence in Blackpool. An act maturing with every show, and now displaying that precious ability to write songs that capture an audience's heart. The song about best friends is a pure winner. Superb!!!
Anthony John Clarke

I can’t get enough of their exquisite and gentle playing/singing. I don’t know what it is they have that’s so special, but I do know they have lots of it.
Terry Ferdinand, Bishop FM Radio

Thanks again for your music - I find it soothing, emotional and just what music should be - thought provoking.
Anonymous - jiva guestbook entry

That was divine - you are a pair of angels.
The Plough, Staining

jiva always enthral us with their gentle blend of guitar and harmony and last night was no different - their performance was enchanting as always.
Foggy Furze Folk Club


We are honoured to have contributed our song "Some Way Home" to the Double CD "Forget Me Not" in aid of Alzheimer's. The CD has 26 tracks from songwriters from many countries - all have donated their time, talent and music to this worthy cause. ALL proceeds from sales go direct to Alzheimer's Society in Ireland.


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   About jiva

Most often seen in UK North East folk clubs, jiva also support local charity MIND Active by giving monthly performances for residential care homes. We are also happy to play at concert venues, festivals, corporate and social functions (with our own state of the art Bose L1 sound system if required)... or even a 'house concert' in your front room!

Browse our website and learn more about us, our instruments and the songs including lyrics, background and soundbites.

Thanks for dropping by.

Best wishes
Jimmy and Val

Oh yes...look out for the jiva design logo at a site near you - we also do websites etc in our 'spare' time!




jiva at Borders - 6th July 2008 'Two Old Friends' (Magna Carta)


 Upcoming Performances

The dates shown below are scheduled performances. Additionally, we regularly pop in to residents nights and singarounds to do the occasional floor spot... but these are not included in the Upcoming Performances list.
 
2009
11-12
July
Various Nature's World,
Acklam:
Folk Festival
trevorl-at-ntlworld.com
18 Jul 21:00 The Smugglers Den,
Morecambe:
Main Act
thesmugglersden.com
26 Jul 13:00 Acoustic Rotherham,
The Monkwood,
Haugh Road,
Rawmarsh:
Hiring Concert
myspace.com
/acousticrotherham
10 Sep 13:45 Chester Court,
Bedlington:
Private performance
MIND Active: 01670 820461
mindactive.org.uk
03 Oct 2 slots
Afternoon
Ingleton Folk Festival,
Ingleton via Carnforth,
North Yorkshire
015242 41049
ingletonfolk-at-gmail.com
ingletonfolk.co.uk
03 Oct 21:00 The Smugglers Den,
Morecambe:
Shared night with
Penny Black
thesmugglersden.com
08 Oct 13:45 Ashington Grange,
Ashington:
Private performance
MIND Active: 01670 820461
mindactive.org.uk
27 Oct 20:00 Cramlington Folk Club:
Support to
Anthony John Clarke
01670 715106
info-at-cramfolk.co.uk
cramfolk.co.uk
05 Nov 13:45 The Gables,
Bedlington:
Private performance
MIND Active: 01670 820461
mindactive.org.uk
28 Nov 19:30 Netherton Folk Club,
Netherton Memorial Hall:
Main act
01669 630258
johnbwilkinson-at-tiscali.co.uk
northumberlandlife.org
/netherton-folk-club
01 Dec 20:30 Croxdale Folk Club,
Daleside Arms:
Main act
myspace.com
/croxdalefolk
03 Dec 13:45 Beachville,
Newbiggin:
Private performance
MIND Active: 01670 820461
mindactive.org.uk
2010
14-16
May
Various Clennell Hall Festival:
Marquee & Bar spots
01669 650 377
clennellhallhotel.com
/id19.html
Bookings, enquiries, etc.
If you'd like to see us at your venue or event:
  • Send us a MySpace message
  • Leave us a MySpace comment
  • Phone and email details are available on our website at jiva.co.uk
  • Or... collar us in person - we don't bite!

   jiva's Friend Space (Top 26)
jiva has 897 friends.
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 Cramlington Folk Club 


 Croxdale Folk Club 


 Foggy Furze Folk Club 


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 Michelle Holding 


 PENNY BLACK 


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jiva's Friends Comments
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Deborah





Jul 1 2009 3:17 AM


Wednesday Comments
~Deborah~ a friend & fan.
ACOUSTICA





Jun 28 2009 8:10 PM

Great to see you today, see you again soon!

Andy & Cath xx
Terry


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Jun 28 2009 5:25 AM

yes to that, and thanks
Sheedyfrost





Jun 18 2009 4:12 PM

Happy Thursday from the heart of Salford UK.....Enjoy your life.....your friends......and our Music!
Peace!
Paul and Vincent!
PAULINE ALEXANDER





Jun 15 2009 9:50 PM

Hi Jiva,

I never did thank you for your friend request.Good luck in all you do and wishing you great things with your music.. x

Pauline
The Caffrey Brothers





Jun 14 2009 12:41 PM

Hi Jiva,

Thanks for supporting us at Porters last friday. It is appreciated. Hope you are both having a good weekend.
Regards
Phil and the Caffs.
Deborah





Jun 8 2009 9:05 PM

Days - Week Myspace Comments
MyNiceSpace.com I hope you all are well.:)
~Deborah~ a friend & fan.xx
Sheedyfrost





Jun 7 2009 2:04 PM

Just been listening to 'Tapestry' by Carole King.......Great! Have a fine week!
Peace!
Paul and Vincent (Who incidentally has just been listening to 'War Of The Worlds' by Jeff Wayne) We're both off to see 'War Of The Worlds on Saturday in Manchester!
Have a good week!
Sheedyfrost





Jun 4 2009 8:08 PM

Good wishes from us to you......Happy Thursday!
Peace!
Paul and Vincent!
Celtic Connection





Jun 1 2009 9:34 AM

Hi Folks,
thanks for your friendship in MySpace-land ;-)
Musical greetings from Germany,
the CC's
Anna R





May 30 2009 2:01 AM

I downloaded "Forget Me Not" today; decided it was time for me to join the myspace crowd and 'meet' these wonderful people. Have a nice weekend
Anna
Sheedyfrost





May 29 2009 7:19 PM

Have an interesting weekend...........Great weather here in Salford UK..........Hope it's Good with you!
Peace!
Paul and Vincent!
Easingwold Folk Club





May 26 2009 1:27 PM

Thank you for coming down to the club! Such a long way for you to come.
Hope to see you guys again soon.
Love your song (I think its called) 'One more song to sing'!
Becks
Deborah





May 26 2009 8:15 AM


Have a Great Week Good-morning from West Va.I hope all is well.:)
~Deborah~ a friend & fan.xx
The Skunnered


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May 20 2009 7:06 AM

Good Morning from Glasgow Town!


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Glad to add, thanks for the request.
Deborah





May 16 2009 11:25 PM


Saturday Comments

Spicecomments.com - Saturday Comments

Have a fantastic week-end.:)All the best to you both.
~Deborah~ a friend & fan.
Sheedyfrost





May 16 2009 6:14 PM

Hello.....hope your world is interesting and that people are interested in you as well! Love the Music!
Peace!
Paul and Vincent!
Lyn Geddes





May 15 2009 2:32 PM

Thanks for finding me. Loved hearing you at Burneston last wednesday. Hope we meet again soon. xxxx
Nigel Beck


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May 12 2009 10:10 AM

Hi Guys, Thanks for accepting my friend request. Hope we bump into each other sometime at Festivals or gigs.
Take care.
Nigel.
Deborah





May 11 2009 7:51 PM


MySpace Graphics
MySpace Comments & MySpace Layouts

Have a great Monday evening.:)
~Deborah~
Mick Dunne





May 10 2009 3:09 PM

Hi Folks

Howza goin?

T'is a great buzz to be on the CD. Thanks for getting in touch and the best of luck to you and your music.

Take care

Mick
Sheedyfrost





May 9 2009 3:28 PM

Sorry we had computer problems and have been off air so to speak for a week.....however we're back in one piece now plus our clickable link to the 'Forget Me Not' CD.
We also had a great time on Chorley FM on Tuesday and would like to thank all the gang there! It's a Great programme and well worth a listen!
Hope you had a great week too!
Peace!
Paul and Vincent!
The Dangleberries





May 8 2009 12:23 PM

Just like to say Hello as we are on line at the same time. Hope your gig goes well tonight (I'm sure it will)
Fae The Dangleberries x
Barbara Helen





May 6 2009 8:19 AM

Thankyou. Love to you both xx
Terry


Online Now!


May 5 2009 11:39 AM

hi guys
my thanks goes to you, for being there and helping me get through the 3 hours, i coudn't have done it without you, it's important to the presenter just to have a friend (s) with him while presenting, it was fun and very enjoyable
so have a great day
BTW do you want to change yout name to jivaT to include me as a backing singer,
hmmmmm thoght not lol
terry
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