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Pete Lashley
Acoustic / Folk / Experimental

Pete Lashley



Edge Of Lake District
United Kingdom

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Member Since7/7/2006
Band Websitewww.facebook.com/profile.php?id=582540177
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Pete Lashley www.petelashley.com

NOW AVAILABLE!!!

PETE'S NEW ALBUM

'VOICES FROM THE OCEAN ROAD'

Pete Lashley.. Buy the CD
PETE LASHLEY: Voices From The Ocean Road
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Pete plays 'Glen Rosa' in his garden. This song, inspired by the splendid valley on the Isle Of Arran, is on his 'Gravel' album.
Pete Lashley songs and albums are available on apple itunes Pete Lashley.. & NAPSTER
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Hello folks!!

I am a full-time singer/songwriter/guitarist who has been writing songs since I was 15. My music is normally written firstly on acoustic guitar. I may then choose to develop the song in the studio by layering other guitars and voices and other instruments. That said, I may also choose to leave the song just acoustic and voice as this is how I gig a lot.

In 2000/2001 I went travelling for six months in New Zealand and Australia. This came at a good time. Up until that point I didn't have a clue what I was going do with my life as I had just jacked in a PGCE teacher-training course and felt a bit directionless. I decided to take my guitar on the plane as I had been in bands up until that point and couldn't really go without it. When I got to New Zealand I initially tried my hand at fruit picking (kiwi thinning) working long hours in the sun for little money. Then a friend and I decided to busk on the streets of Wellington and we loved it. We made more money in one hour busking than a whole day's fruit picking! The enjoyment of playing our guitars combined with seeing other people in a foreign city digging the music was immense. I vowed to myself that when I got back to The UK I would devote all my energies to songwriting and performing and that is where I am now.

I continue to perform regularly in The Lake District at spectacular locations such as The Sticklebarn, Langdale, playing to outdoor types from all over the world. I now also play at venues such as The Cardiff Millennium Centre, The Durham Gala Theatre, The Fleece Bristol, The Cavern Liverpool. I also perform on the streets as this is a great way of getting my music out to the people without having to deal with the hassle of promoters etc. If i'm not doing any of the above i'm teaching the guitar at Morecambe High School to a great bunch of willing students. As regards my musical career thus far, invaluable help has come from the superb Bentham based producer Sam Parkinson of Stonegate Studios (www.stonegate-studios.co.uk). He has recorded and engineered all the songs and albums that you hear. With the awesome Andy Smith on drums, I have been able to release 7 albums. They are 'PETE LASHLEY' (2002), SOUTHERN UPLAND (2002), 'GRAVEL' (2003), 'SLATE' (2004), 'AIR OF THE GODS' (2005), 'CUTTING OUT THE MIDDLEMAN' (2006) and the recently completed 'VOICES FROM THE OCEAN ROAD' (2008). For more details of these albums go to

www.petelashley.com

I do many gigs as a solo performer and also write and record as a solo performer. I also do gigs and record with Andy Smith on drums/percussion and Paul Guppy on double bass. Sometimes i gig and record with Bristol based Mike Tripp who sings and plays guitar and ukulele. He is in a ukulele band called the Rinky Dinks. In fact the song '86 Pembroke Rd' was a joint collaboration between Mike and myself and features drummer/musician Aid Todd. In the past I have recorded with Carl Iredale on bass, Mandolin etc, and Polly-Anna Ashford on flute. I have also written songs with lyricist Sean Mellor and with Martin and Ruth Nuttall from the legendary 'Five Corners'. All my songs and albums are recorded and engineered by Sam Parkinson of North West Corner Records, at Stonegate Studios (www.stonegate-studios.co.uk), Bentham, which is in the Yorkshire Dales.

Influences The Beatles, Spinal Tap, Aaron Copeland, James Taylor, Suzanne Vega, Vaughan Williams, Beethoven, Sunderland Football Club (believe it or not), Mike Tripp, Neil & Tim Finn, Split Enz, Crowded House, Dave Dobbyn, Led Zep, Motorhead, The Jam, Tom Waits, Abba, Nick Drake, Sean Mellor, Delius, David Bowie, Early Kate Bush, Ivor Biggun, Joe Beasly & Cheeky Monkey, Alan Partridge, Buffalo Springfield, Five Corners, check out (www.myspace.com/thefivecorners)
Sounds Like Perhaps best to judge for yourself by listening to more Pete Lashley tunes. You can do this by clicking on the album covers below where there are songs to listen to from that particular album! The songs and albums are also available on apple itunes Pete Lashley.. & NAPSTER
Record Label LASH
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 13 2009 9:00P
The Golden Lion, Keswick North Lakes, Northwest
Jul 15 2009 9:00P
The Royal Oak, Ambleside Central Lake District, Northwest
Jul 18 2009 8:00P
King’s Meaburn Beer Festival, 2009 Eden District, East Cumbria, Northwest
Jul 20 2009 9:00P
The Golden Lion, Keswick North Lakes, Northwest
Jul 24 2009 9:00P
The Travellers Rest, Glenridding Ullswater (Central/North Lakes), Northwest
Jul 25 2009 9:00P
The Stags Head, Bowness Central Lake District, Northwest
Jul 27 2009 9:00P
The Golden Lion, Keswick North Lakes, Northwest
Jul 29 2009 7:00P
Ullswater Steamer (The Raven), Sets sail from Glenridding @ 7pm Glenridding, Ullswater, Northwest
Jul 30 2009 8:00P
Baa Club, Riverside Hotel, Bellingham, Northumberland Northumberland, Northeast
Jul 31 2009 9:00P
The Sticklebarn, Langdale Central Lake District, Northwest
Aug 3 2009 9:00P
The Golden Lion, Keswick North Lakes, Northwest
Aug 7 2009 9:00P
The Sticklebarn, Langdale Central Lake District, Northwest
Aug 8 2009 9:00P
The Stags Head, Bowness-On-Windermere Central Lake District, Northwest
Aug 10 2009 9:00P
The Golden Lion, Keswick North Lakes, Northwest
Aug 14 2009 8:30P
Wateredge Inn, Ambleside Central Lake District, Northwest
Aug 15 2009 9:00P
The Sticklebarn, Langdale Central Lake District, Northwest
Aug 17 2009 9:00P
The Golden Lion, Keswick North Lakes, Northwest
Aug 21 2009 9:00P
The Sportsman Inn, Ambleside Central Lake District
Aug 22 2009 9:00P
The Stags Head, Bowness Central Lake District, Northwest
Aug 24 2009 9:00P
The Golden Lion, Keswick North Lakes, Northwest
Aug 26 2009 7:00P
Ullswater Steamer (The Raven), Sets sail from Glenridding @ 7pm Glenridding, Ullswater, Northwest
Aug 28 2009 9:00P
The Sticklebarn, Langdale Central Lake District, Northwest
Aug 29 2009 1:00P
The Puzzle Hall Inn Bank Holiday Music Festival, 2009 Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire, Northwest
Aug 30 2009 8:00P
The Gladstone Arms, Chippenham Chippenham, Wiltshire, Southwest
Aug 31 2009 9:00P
The Golden Lion, Keswick North Lakes, Northwest
Sep 4 2009 9:00P
Ulverston Beer Festival 2009 Edge Of Lake District, Northwest
Sep 6 2009 8:00P
Grasmere Guzzler Festival (Tweedies Bar) Central Lakes, Northwest
Sep 7 2009 9:00P
The Golden Lion, Keswick North Lakes, Northwest
Sep 12 2009 9:00P
The Sticklebarn, Langdale Central Lake District, Northwest
Sep 19 2009 8:30P
The Wateredge Inn, Ambleside Central Lake District, Northwest
Oct 3 2009 9:00P
The Sticklebarn, Langdale Central Lake District, Northwest
Oct 17 2009 9:00P
The Sticklebarn, Langdale Central Lake District, Northwest
Oct 24 2009 8:30P
Wateredge Inn, Ambleside Central Lake District, Northwest
Nov 7 2009 8:30P
Wateredge Inn, Ambleside Central Lake District, Northwest
Nov 14 2009 8:30P
The Wateredge Inn, Ambleside Central Lake District, Northwest
Nov 21 2009 8:30P
Wateredge Inn, Ambleside Central Lake District, Northwest
Nov 28 2009 8:30P
Wateredge Inn, Ambleside Central Lake District, Northwest
Dec 31 2009 9:00P
Tweedies Bar, The Dale Lodge Hotel, Grasmere Central Lake District, Northwest
Jan 15 2010 6:15P
Wales Millennium Centre Cardiff, Wales
Feb 6 2010 9:00P
The Kings Arms, Heaton, Bradford West Yorkshire, Northeast

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'Voices From The Ocean Road' album review in Folking.com  (view more)

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   About Pete Lashley

NOW AVAILABLE! Pete's new album 'Voices From The Ocean Road'

"Voices From The Ocean Road is genius song-writing of the highest quality, each track telling of its own mini story. 'It All Comes Round' and 'Will You Offer Me Your Hand' are love songs of great beauty. The album is of definite acoustic quality, made all the more wholesome by the fact that the majority of vocals and instrumental sounds are created by the songwriter himself, making the album an all-round gem of musicianship, but also highlighting Lashley as the outstanding acoustic talent that he so clearly is. Fans of Crowded House will definitely appreciate Lashley's music. Even if they try not to, they will be mesmerised by the same soothing clarity and astounded by the similar lyrical qualities. People who appreciate high quality acoustic music will also be taken in by Pete Lashley, as was I. Voices From The Ocean Road is certainly an album that is worthy of many more listening sessions, as unlike much of the acoustic music on the scene at present, this album needs undivided attention, being worthy of much more than being background music. Buy, sit, listen, concentrate... and enjoy!"

Ruth Palmer, folking.com

"'Voices From The Ocean Road' comes alive with 'Mountain Holiday', a driving excitable number that rings with the sort of weatherbeaten exhilaration you'd expect from the title ("Down at the local, people get vocal/Up here silence makes a noise"). Instrumental 'Tail Of The Comet' moves nicely from minor-key wistfulness to frenetic, Led Zep III-style fifth gear folk. 'Urban Skyline' heads into the city at last and carries its own (softly spoken, meditative, piano-led) love for its surroundings. At moments like these, with their striking sense of place and our relationship with it, 'Voices From The Ocean Road' leaves its mark."

VENUE Magazine

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"I really enjoyed Pete's album, and it's heartening to know that there are so many talented independent artists out there, who are every bit as good as, and probably better than, the current crop who fill our music charts."

Mike Wilson (Folking.com)

To read Mike Wilson's full review of Pete's 'CUTTING OUT THE MIDDLEMAN' album go to Folking.com or view the blog post above

To sample any of Pete's recorded material just click on the album cover below which you would like to listen to. This gives you access to songs from that particular album. All of Pete's albums are available from CD BABY, and also available on ITUNES, NAPSTER and other internet distributors. If you would prefer to buy the album direct go to :-

www.petelashley.com

Pete Lashley.. .. --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> CDBABY LINK for PETE LASHLEY: Southern Upland -->
album coverPETE LASHLEY: Southern Upland

Brilliantly crafted melodious acoustic guitar songs. From frantic rockabilly to the North Sea shipping forecast this album is a must for lovers of genuine musical innovation. Pete Lashley..

Buy the CD
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album coverPETE LASHLEY: Gravel

UK music review describes 'Gravel' as "an accomplished album full of melodic tunes from start to finish. Pete switches effortlessly from haunting ballads to raw blues, to catchy upbeat retro aided by his trusty acoustic and a versatile vocal range." Pete Lashley..

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.. --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> CDBABY LINK for PETE LASHLEY: Slate -->
album coverPETE LASHLEY: Slate

Subtle folky rock numbers, upbeat and catchy. "Influences are broad and this album has been created with a real passion for music and for the listener to enjoy. Enjoy it I did and I've played it non-stop." Steve Barber, UK Music Critic Pete Lashley..

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.. --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> CDBABY LINK for PETE LASHLEY: Air Of The Gods -->
album coverPETE LASHLEY: Air Of The Gods

"Hauntingly beautiful, full of good imagery and with a great funky feel." Keith Clark, Bristol Evening Post "Hypnotising melodic ballads full of rich vocals and guitar", Steve Barber, UK music critic Pete Lashley..

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.. --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> --> CDBABY LINK for PETE LASHLEY: Cutting Out The Middleman -->
album coverPETE LASHLEY: Cutting Out The Middleman

Soaring vocals, fascinating rhythms, intricate acoustic guitar, humour, ukulele, brushes, double bass and vitally, GREAT SONGS. "A very rewarding and eclectic listen". Mike Wilson (Folking.com) Pete Lashley..

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Carol Douglas





Apr 10 2009 9:27 PM

Hi Pete,
Thanks for the add.
Just watched the video of "Air of the Gods"
As I put at YouTube, it's ok I guess (nice views) but it's the song which knocked me out, especially the strong build up at around 3.15.
Great stuff all round including vocals.
Good luck with all your gigs,
Carol.
Edward Mikalski (Teddy)





Apr 10 2009 5:45 PM

hello Pete i just fell over you on Greg Harpers site .How are you getting on on your mountain top ,
I see you are getting lots of bookings :-))You deserve them
Hugs from Danish Teddy at the moment in England ,:-))
ChiKiSpirit





Feb 14 2009 1:59 AM

I like your version of 'Skye Boat Song' Pete.

Sixty plays today, that's pretty good going!

Best wishes
Sherry xx
karren





Feb 11 2009 2:34 PM

Hi Pete saw on the news for the frist time what is happening down under I car't belive that someone could have started them. All I can say is that the must have poo for brains.
I wish we could Give them our snow to put them out It make me sick to think that people dont care bye 4 now kal
IndieBabexx





Feb 11 2009 8:37 AM

Just stopping by to show some love... have a great week xx
The David Flynn Group





Feb 10 2009 11:20 PM

Hey Pete,

My site photo was taken in the winter in Northern California. It's in a friends driveway actually. I tinted it a bit on photoshop. That's my Gibson J-100 extra. Thanks for the nice words about my songs, that always makes a person's day. I've got lots ready to record, and I've been saying I'll do it for too long, but time is hard to come by sometimes for me. Soon I hope. thanks again. Good to meet you. Say hey whenever, and I'll be by again!

Peace always to you and yours,

David
The David Flynn Group





Feb 10 2009 3:33 AM

Lovely new songs Pete,

Love your wilderness photos. Here's on of mine!

Peace always to you and yours, and drop by sometime!

David

Near Kearsarge Pass/ Southern High Sierra Range/California where I trek every summer!
Kirsten (R.I.P. Neda Agha-Soltan!)





Feb 2 2009 4:11 PM

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Just passing by to send some warm hugs for the new week.
Peace, Love & Power to you, Kirsten
Thestarproject





Jan 31 2009 10:43 PM

hey dude
thanx for the request
you remind me of
josh rouse and dylan and maybe donovan and cat stevens

great great music.
i hope you like my music too

saludos de culiacan sinaloa mexico
Hector A. Herrera

The star project
ERIC SOULAS Compositeur





Jan 31 2009 9:37 PM

Hi Pete,
Thank you for your friendship.
Greetings from France;
Eric
karren





Jan 31 2009 7:00 PM

Hi Pete sorry it take me so long to get back to as I've not got my own computer loving the music take care by the way friends call me Kal bye;-)
The YEARS





Jan 31 2009 10:21 AM

Great music, Pete! We love it!
All the best from Austria and the YEARS!

Northern Dream





Jan 31 2009 10:04 AM

Thanks for being our friend Pete,
Your songs are wonderful
xxx
michelened2001





Jan 31 2009 7:04 AM

Thanks for the add!!!!
Zelda





Jan 31 2009 1:07 AM

Hi Peter, looks beautiful where you live. Thanks for the friendship.
Cheers Zelda
Mister X





Jan 30 2009 1:33 PM

Pete, Thanks for the ad! I'll check out your songs later...I'm off to work right now! Have a great weekend....Jamie
Cappuccino♥kid☮





Jan 30 2009 11:24 AM

Hi!
Thanks 4 the request.
Nice to meet you.

Beautiful guitar and singing.
I'm so touched.
Cheer for you.

Mika K.

P1223330a
Jappa





Jan 27 2009 12:40 AM

do you ever venture south of the border, twould be good to hear you round these parts!
ChiKiSpirit





Jan 18 2009 10:17 AM

Looks like you've got quite a tour on this year!

Good luck!

Best wishes, love and light
Sherry xx
Circonite





Jan 10 2009 2:13 AM

forever good inspiration... good voice and melodies in guitars.....!! in I very like It all comes around...
Yehhh... Very like !!
thanks for your music is peace is calm, is the life !!
Luck in your proyects...
Salutacions Circonianes !!
;ed.
Edward Mikalski (Teddy)





Jan 9 2009 1:27 PM

Thats a great new song ,i bet you are not sitting on that hill in your T shirt today
Hugs Teddy .
-)))
Linda and Tom





Dec 30 2008 4:24 PM

Pete, thanks so much for adding our
personal site and thanks too for
letting us hear your fantastic music..keep up the beautiful work, happy new year and much love from
both of us... T&L
RONA





Dec 23 2008 1:43 AM

CAME BACK FOR A LISTEN AGAIN. YOUR MUSIC IS VERY SOOTHING. HOW ARE YOU KEEPING ANYWAY, HOPE ALL IS WELL. JIM & I ARE HOPING TO COME TO THE LAKES SOON, IF YOUR AROUND THE AREA WE'LL COME AND SAY HELLO. YOU TAKE CARE. BONNIE.



Julie





Dec 16 2008 9:10 PM

Just beautiful "ode to joy" your rendition sounds awesome! Have a great Holiday you're a gift to all who's ears can listen!
Lisa T





Dec 5 2008 8:23 PM

Heya from New Zealand!
Thanks for being my friend, and I loved the story of your journey through our country to now - leaves me feeling hopeful, like I do when I hear your music :) Have an awesome one!
Lis
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