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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

Our debut CD 'Best Friends' is now available. You can find out more from our website at www.jiva.co.uk/cd.htm - on that page you can also see the full track listing, listen to high quality mp3 extracts and link to the full lyrics... or even buy the CD. And naturally we'll carry a few with us when out performing.


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!

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!

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)



jiva at Seaton Delaval Arts Centre
Wedding Celebration - 6th September 2009
"One More Song" (jiva)


 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
28 Nov 19:30 Netherton Folk Club,
Netherton Memorial Hall:
Main act
And official launch of our CD 'Best Friends'
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
07 Dec 19:00 Bishop FM Radio 105.9
Studio guest on Folk Show
www.bishopfm.com
2010
18 Mar 16:30 MIND Active
Celebration:
Private performance
MIND Active: 01670 820461
mindactive.org.uk
17 Apr TBC Christian Aid Concert:
St George's Church Hall,
Morpeth
 
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 18)
jiva has 1018 friends.
 Allan Taylor 


 Anthony John Clarke 


 Cathryn Craig and Brian Willoughby 


 Dana and Susan Robinson 


 Melanie Safka 


 Steve and Kristi Nebel 


 Tom Pacheco 


 Terry 


 ACOUSTICA 


 Cramlington Folk Club 


 Croxdale Folk Club 


 Jim 


 JoAnne 

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 John Twist: 


 Michelle Holding 


 Timi 


 Ulli Bögershausen 


 The Young’uns 





jiva's Friends Comments
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Jim

Jim



Nov 9 2009 12:34 AM

Can't wait to hear the new CD. Long awaited and professionally produced. Should be good. Keep one for me please guys. Let the world know these two good people are well capable of producing their own CDs - they've already made a tremendous job of mine (twice)   Jim
Venus in the dust

Venus in the dust



Nov 8 2009 10:20 AM

Hey thanks for the add! We're delighted to have you as friends! Welcome to the universe of Venus in the Dust...


Mauve

Mauve



Nov 5 2009 10:03 AM

Wonderful sound!
skinny

skinny



Nov 3 2009 12:22 PM

hi, thanks for your friendship!! how are you?

www.skinnyavf.co.uk
Nigel Beck

Nigel Beck



Oct 31 2009 12:22 PM

Hi, Was great to see you down at The Bridge on Weds.

Fabulous to get those 12 strings singing!!!

Many thanks for your support and encouragement.

Hope to see you again soon.

Warmest Regards.

Nigel Beck.

Terry DDR

Terry Ferdinand



Oct 25 2009 7:19 AM

thank tyou my friends, and another this thursday at the same time
gwen hechle

gwen hechle



Oct 18 2009 2:58 PM

Hello lovely people just stopped by for a listen. a pleasure as always.  Hope you are both well and life is being kind. 
take care
gwen
xx
love the guitars!!!!!!
Barbara Helen

Barbara Helen



Oct 18 2009 7:21 AM

Hello, just listened to your new songs, really like "When". Guitars sound lurvely!!xx
Lance

Lance



Oct 15 2009 6:13 PM

thank you!
JoAnne

JoAnne Connolly
Online Now!


Oct 15 2009 6:08 PM

HI, I made a music page for my dear friend Lance Gallup so others can grab his songs for theirs - I know your's is a musician's page but just thought I'd let you know. :-)  Also reminder in case you're able to tune in : lynne butler's show will be on at 9pm your time. I am going to record it. I have to bring my taylor back to have
ther action adjusted, no big deal. I love that guitar and want it to be in perfect condition. How are you? Busy as always I gather. :-) Wishing you loads of happiness and love (like you don't already have?... ) Love from NY to England! JoAnne
Acoustic Cuts

Acoustic Cuts



Oct 7 2009 5:22 AM

Hi,
Thanks for the friendship.Great music!
Cheers
AC
Wigan Folk Club

Wigan Folk Club



Oct 6 2009 4:50 AM

Thank you for visiting on 1st October. You made our singaround a very special one.
Charlie Barker

Charlie Barker



Oct 5 2009 11:06 AM

Charlie Barker, thanks for the add!



Thanks for checking out Charlie’s pages, we’re pleased to have you onboard! We hope you enjoyed her music and will continue to visit for all the latest news, downloads and updates. Please stop by Charlie’s other websites below.



Wishing you all the best!



www.charliebarkermusic.com

www.youtube.com/charliebarker

http://charliebarkerjourno.wordpress.com
Sheedyfrost

Sheedyfrost



Oct 4 2009 4:08 PM

Just posted this as a bulletin!
We Dare You!
We know this is an old idea but it really is difficult.
 Select any five songs that really mean something to you....five only!
You can't have any more.............
So here is mine (In no particular order!)

Coney Island...................................Van Morrison
No Reply.............................The Beatles
Home Thoughts From Abroad................Clifford T.Ward
Hurt...........................................................................Johnny Cash
Wish You Were Here!...........Pink Floyd.

Vincent is still working on his..............look forward to reading your Favourite Five!
Peace!
Paul and Vincent!
Sheedyfrost

Sheedyfrost



Oct 1 2009 7:17 PM



Paul solves the glasses problem for good by not wearing any!
Vincent still thinking!
Peace!
Paul and Vincent!
Last Friday Folk Club

Last Friday Folk Club



Sep 27 2009 10:13 PM

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Thanks for becoming our friend. Hope you’ll come and join us sometime at The Venue, Stocksbridge.

- John & Charlie
Stuart Brett (free E.P)

Stuart Brett (free E.P)



Sep 25 2009 7:08 PM

Hello JiVa, how's married life treating you? 
Fool’s Gold

Fool’s Gold



Sep 24 2009 9:04 PM

Hi Both,
Thanks for the add and also for the music; hope to catch you very soon
Best wishes
Steve & Carol
Fool's Gold
JoAnne

JoAnne Connolly
Online Now!


Sep 24 2009 2:44 AM

HI to you two from ME xxooxxoo
Timi

Timi Walk



Sep 13 2009 2:45 PM

Thank you Jimmy and Val!!!! The day had a perfect start - breakfast in bed (a blueberry pop tart and coffee) delivered by two little red heads with kisses and hugs...what more can I ask for?
Thanks for remembering.
Love & Hugs to you both
Timi
Days Before Television

Days Before Television



Sep 13 2009 11:03 AM

Top of the morning Jiva

Love listening to your music, very relaxing for a Sunday.

If you get chance, check out our video of the Band performing 'Train Song' 

Hope you enjoy

Respect from Lincoln

Days B4TV xx


Train Song
Wigan Folk Club

Wigan Folk Club



Sep 13 2009 10:30 AM

Looking forward to seeing you here again on 1st October!
JoAnne

JoAnne Connolly
Online Now!


Sep 13 2009 1:45 AM

I can certainly see how TAS could happen to anyone who has played a Taylor!!! my fingers are sore, and I have established callouses! It is NICE I love it. To you it might be a down grade as it is called a BIG BABY ... my baby now! I would have to say it is the nicest guitar I have ever played, very very easy, and the sound is terrific. When I was in the sound room at the guitar store, there was a guy playing a full bodied Taylor -- awesome -- but way out of my affordability, so I just listened, and enjoyed the moment. I am very happy with my Taylor, and I actually have you to thank for letting me know about this fantastic make of instrument. I still have to fulfill my what I said to you about recording different dreams for you. I am working on a song I have written as tribute to my brother Michael, so that is consuming me at the moment. I hope it comes out good, for him. Love and Peace to you Jimmy and Val.. You're wonderful people!
JoAnne

JoAnne Connolly
Online Now!


Sep 12 2009 7:27 PM

I have finally got my first Taylor!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
TILLERMANs CAT

TILLERMANs CAT



Sep 3 2009 10:32 AM



We’d love if you listen to our songs:)
Cheers
Kenny and Kurt
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