SONGWRITERS ANONYMOUS Was set up in 2006 to promote live music events in the London area. Our events are a celebration of original Songwriting, in it's broadest sense. On any one night we present a diverse range of music from some of the best performers on the scene.
For the Songwriters and performers, we aim to help facilitate their artistic and professional development by providing advice and support when we are able, and a platform from which they can truly shine.
EVENTS and VENUES:
'MYSPACE OR YOURS' takes place every tuesday evening @ BIDDLE BROS 88 LOWER CLAPTON RD, Hackney. E5 0QR. Show starts 8.30. Free Entry
& Monthly @ VIBE LIVE (above the VIBE BAR)91-95 Brick Lane, London E1 6QL FOR VIBE BAR WEBSITE PLEASE CLICKHERE
PLEASE CHECK THE UPCOMING SHOWS SECTION ABOVE FOR DATES OF EVENTS. FULL DETAILS OF UPCOMING VIBE LIVE EVENTS ARE BELOW
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11th October ‘Myspace or Yours’ Sundays @ VIBE LIVE (above The Vibe Bar). 91 Brick Lane. E1 6QL
SONGWRITERS ANONYMOUS kick off there first monthly Sunday band night with great evening of songwriting thrills, spills, chilled drinks and temperamental strange beautiful mentalist Shelley like waif and stray musicians, baring their warm hearted souls. Featuring six great acts including 3 full bands.
Tangent Eye combine funk, jazz, rock, reggae and more to an effect that makes even the most dullard of souls get their funky ass down. They have enjoyed great success over the past year, headlining such venues as the "Spice of Life" in Soho, Camden's "Bull and Gate" and the "Clapham Grand". Now fresh out of the studio the are ready with a new live show and an EP to match. This is a great band of musicians, fronted by the exceptionally talented vocalist, JAMIE BIRD.
Tangent Eye are the musical equivalent of a raspberry yoghurt smoothie. Its got flavour, it's smooth, you know it's good for you.
VIBE MACHINE are made up of Poet, Bard and Wordsmith DAVE PEPPER and Producer and Musician ODD JOB MAN. VIBE MACHINE mix acoustic and electronic sounds with words and beats to move you all topped up with an overriding sense of positivity ready to be shared with the audience. Fancy a boogie
Corneilius, singer/songwriter, guitarist, dj, producer and writer is a folk musician/philosopher and activist whose primary concern is the honest exploration of the issues arising from the conditioning of children as sanctioned by the state, by commerce and by religion.
His bye line is "Do what you love, it's your gift to universe' and it means that all natural beings gift the habitat, gift each other, gift life by being their true selves .... carrots, bananas, walnuts all do their thing perfectly, happily.. no need for adverse conditioning then, is there?
In essence Corneilius says Industrial Societies DO NOT TRUST CHILDREN and mess with their minds - and that's extremely rude, and abusive. Stop it NOW!
See the videos on this page for more....
Corneilius performs solo, with a loop station and at times with other musos and vocalists...
Cogs is a one man art pop unit created by PATRICK WRAY, that first came to prominence with the 2005 album 'Laughter and Footsteps'. The album was heavily played on WFMU and Resonance FM and received positive reviews. Since Cogs live debut in 2007 they have performed several explosive shows with their unique , esoteric songs. Cogs released a new album 'New Primitive' in 2008.
Local Girl Saves Planet AKA Caroline Clifford hails from East London's 'Hackney' and writes songs about men with big faces, her irrational fear of leaves, impending armageddon, gary glitter's paedo boat and other things. It's all set to indie folk rhythms and insanely catchy melodies.
Glitter Daisies are a new band that have a made their impact on the London acoustic circuit by blending soulful vocals and catchy lyrics with jazzy chords and funky guitar playing. Performing to audiences all over the city, the summery tracks have proven to be popular with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Doors Open 6.30PM TILL 10PM
£5/£4 On door/£3 before 7.30PM.
R.O.A.R.
VIBE LIVE 91 Brick Lane. E1 6QL
Tel: 0207 247 3479 CLICKHERE FOR VIBE WEBSITE
PREVIOUS 'MYSPACE OR YOURS' PERFORMERS @ VIBE LIVE
Ebe Oke was born in South Georgia in the deep South of America. From an early age his artistic practice has been multi-disciplinary with work in many media including photography, design, performance, poetry, video, and storytelling, though his oeuvre is perhaps focused primarily on making music. Mixing a sense of mythological backstory with the tradition of art song Ebe Oke is a kind of Renaissance artist for the new if quickly aging millennium. Among his broad range of aesthetic ingredients are those culled from nature, for example exquisite references to birdsong, and an interest in a particular kind of cutting edge literary practice recalling Gysin and Anderson though told in an ultra-contemporary way. What distinguishes Ebe Oke from others working within similar areas of production is the personal and intimate nature of his work which is, when perfectly distilled, chilling in its abject direct simplicity.
Based in London and New York Ebe Oke, who studied under composer Karlheinz Stockhausen, has been in the studio working with producer Phil Manzanera, guitarist of Roxy Music, who he met through Rough Trade with whom he had a development deal in 2005. Ebe Oke is in the process of writing a collection of songs for an album planned for production and release in 2009. It will be dedicated to his friend the amazing Isabella Blow. The promise of this young and unique artist is a rare occurrence these days.
Spekki chris is one of North London's top 5 or 6 folk-metal-power-pop combos! They are a tight, lean folk metal machine mounting a guerrilla struggle against boring, whiny, mid-tempo, dead-girfriend, acoustic pap - both in the UK and, a bit randomly, Slovakia.
“exquisitely worked… simply great music.” Toxic Pete
“For a first full-length release, ‘Spekki Chris Is In’ is astounding.” The Muse’s Muse
Cool, confident alternative Americana from one of Londons finest. Here is what Jamie says about her music and influences. “My life goes any way the wind blows. I grew up in Hamburg and Berlin. I guess that's as Rock'n Roll as it gets for German cities. I left there when I could and lived in the UK and California, am back in London now, and that is most certainly the most Rock'n Roll city in the world. So I love it. Some days the world seems a strange place to me but music keeps me sane. Though I know some people who beg to differ and say I went off the rocker a long time ago.“
"Roxy Rawson knows how to bewitch a crowd. The classically- trained musician has been bringing her unique blend of impish violin vocals to the London gig scene for a few years. Her music is beautifully peculiar; a sweet mix of classical notes and frenzied, catch-me-if-you-can lyrics interspersed with bursts of laughter. She doesn't take herself too seriously and is original to the point of raising eyebrows; she'll pluck the violin and substitute pens for her bow. Rawson's punky fairytale music - billed as edgy anti-folk with a violin - is fabulous on its own. Comparisons to the likes of Joanna Newsom and Regina Spektor are beginning to emerge. With each show, the applause gets louder and her name gets bigger."
Independent on Sunday
"Nila's fluid voice and compositional ambition absorb a range of influences from Arabic folk and jazz traditions to contemporary chillout and Indian classical flavours. Always surprising and restless by nature, Nila's work is endlessly inventive and can shift seamlessly between genres and cultural traditions with an individuality devoid of fear or contrivance. "Wandering leaf" is at times reminiscent of Joni Mitchell or Led Zeppelin (check "Battle of Evermore") where the title track "Unattached to Desire" is forged from the technical drive of a fledgling Shakti. Through a voice overflowing with nimble agility, wistful innocence and grace, Nila's debut weaves a very appealing spell. Inspired." NITIN SAWHNEY
Fronted by songwriter, singer and accordionist Tom Baker, The Bohemianauts play a repertoire of original songs referencing European cabaret, gypsy music and circus tunes. With a background in theatre and cabaret, Tom has toured extensively across Europe with his previous band Fantasmagoria, and he brings an old-fashioned style of showmanship to every performance. Expect to hear wry lyrics on subjects such as the end of the world, the loneliness of touring and the secret lizard elite, with haunting melodies and infectious rhythms. Somewhat like a less alarming, more charming version of The Tiger Lillies…
Tangent Eye combine funk, jazz, rock, reggae and more to an effect that makes even the most dullard of souls get their funky ass down. They have enjoyed great success over the past year, headlining such venues as the "Spice of Life" in Soho, Camden's "Bull and Gate" and the "Clapham Grand". Now fresh out of the studio the are ready with a new live show and an EP to match. This is a great band of musicians, fronted by the exceptionally talented vocalist, JAMIE BIRD.
Tangent Eye are the musical equivalent of a raspberry yoghurt smoothie. Its got flavour, it's smooth, you know it's good for you.
Ben has previously charmed West End crowds with his unique take on Post-Folk at venues such as The Borderline and the Heavenly Social, supporting Radio 2 Folk Awards best-newcomer Kris Drever. He’s fresh from playing Moseley Folk Festival where he supported Jose Gonzalez.
There’s quite a different sound for Ben’s first London gig with band. The Fathers are about power chords, fuzzed out guitar, lively drums and a…well, bass-ey guitar. The sounds enter Lo-Fi territory, while simultaneously clinging to and stretching the parameters of folk.
The Broken Family DaySaver-out now
Available direct from myspace.com/bencalvertmusic
and as a digital download from itunes.
"A booty bag of avid odes to poppers, kids and wonderboys; he's an understated emancipator of lyrical wisdom."
Plan-B.
“Haunting, heart-bruising tales bitterly stumble into each other as if played by a meth-ed up, homeless Johnny Marr. The dark humour and stark honesty of Ben Calvert is paralysing, and charmingly so”
The Fly.
“Although Ben Calvert has a folk heart, it is a folk heart which has been broken on indie dancefloors to the sounds of Blur and The Smiths. An accomplished piece of art.”
Indie mp3.co.uk.
The fine purveyors of filthy swing bring you vintage 1930's Jazz, crooning and tap Dance. The band consists of Guitar/Uke and Vocals Played by ARTHUR FOXAQUE, JOSEPHINE SHAKER on Tap Dance, and HARRY THE HORN on Trumpet and Dribbling. Depression Era music for the Credit Crunch Party!!!
Ali Whitton is a 24 year old London-based singer songwriter. His debut album, A Failed Attempt at Something worth Saying was recorded with backing band the BrokeRecordPlayers and self-released in February 2008. It is available through itunes and selected independent retailers.
Ali has toured extensively in the UK, and has supported a number of high profile acts including: Tom McRae, James Yorkeston, Jonathan Rice, Holly Golightly, Liam Frost and Captain. He has played a number of festivals including the Carling Leeds Festival and The Secret Garden Party.
Rania is a London based piano playing singer/songwriter originally from LA. Her music offers an eclectic range of influences. As a nice man named bill put it once after hearing her play at a show, he described her music as, "the passion of tango, drama of a silent film accompaniment". Drama indeed, she doesn't write anything half-heartedly. Her music is cleverly arranged, and many times very temperamental molded with brave lyrics about everything from heartbreaks, banter on politics, and her general relationship with the world. She describes her music as what it would sound like if someone with Tourette's Syndrome became a songwriter, calling it "verbal therapy". "I'm really introverted, the only time I come out and say what I really think is when I write lyrics..."
Grew up in Canada, was born in Poland and now lives in London. Arthur’s distinguished blend of Folk, country and Rock music has been gaining him a strong reputation in London and beyond, as a performer not to be missed. Enjoy the music!
Jazz-influenced alternative acoustic soul from a woman who likes to do things from the inside out.
Colin J Farley (Producer; Bassist for International Number One band Cutting Crew) affirms "There is no question as to Janna's songwriting ability. In terms of where her solo career is going, she is up there with the potential overnight success of the likes of Norah Jones."
"Beautiful and fierce, cool modern acoustic music..."
pale marble movie are named after a short story by Richard Braugtigan. Immediately their self assured, original, melodic, acoustic guitar based pop, found a loyal following. pale marble movie have gigged extensively throughout London, Cambridge and Home Counties, building a solid reputation with infectious songs such as ’Chocolate Cake’ ’Good in your Life’ ’Out of Place’ and ’Maggots to Flies’. pale marble movie have recorded three albums since forming in 2001, including their most recent titled ’Kissing Gate’ offering cool, melodic original songs integrating gripping harmonies with beautiful flute melodies. Described as ’smoother than the bottom of the iron in monopoly’ pale marble movie never fail to deliver a moving powerful set of stunning quality.
Heartfelt Reggae songs to soothe and sustain the soul, from one of London’s finest
9.00PM CITIZEN HELENE
Georgeous sardonic songs from honey-voice CITIZEN HELENE
& THE RACISTS. Think Beach Boys think star, think
harmonies to die for. Click Here
9.30PM BETHIA BEADMAN
BETHIA BEADMAN began playing in West Country pubs and on
the regular bandstand bill at Glastonbury. Last year she
played piano and keys in Courtney Love’s band on tour in
London, Paris, New York and L.A, followed by a stint this
year with psychedelic, mediaeval, folk rock band Circulus.
She has worked with producer Pedro Ferreira, (The
Darkness' Permission To Land) recording epic song
Woman
of Day and is now gigging with violist Harvey Brown
(Portishead Dummy, Tindersticks, John Etheridge).
"Distinguished by her very powerful, Marianne
Fairthfull-ish voice, Courtney Love's piano player
presents her own sparsely emotive, country-tinged,
wilderness-straddling alt.rock in the headline slot on
this
bill of songwriters, acoustic bands and folktronica."
TIME OUT April 08 Click Here
10.00PM NAKED
NAKED has an inspirational touch with their healing rooted
folk music.
The band was formed in May 2006, as Makoto. The beginning
of 2008, the band changed their name to reflect a more
organic feel and symbolise the raw essence of a naturally
crafted “Naked” sound. Click Here
KAL LAVELLE With her startling voice and heart wrenching
songs of love gained, love lost and everything in between,
Kal won Irelands National Radio Station’s prestigious
2FM
Song Contest and found herself on the airwaves, and on the
box.
Despite being in London for only a short amount of time,
she has created a reputation as a formidable and
passionate
performer. Here’s just one of the many quotes from
people
in the industry that have experienced her live show:
"Not only is Kal Lavelle a great guitar player and
very cool vocalist, her songwriting is powerful and clever
with lyrics that reflect her unique perspective. I'm
keeping my eye on her....I suggest any music lover with a
fondness for innovative songwriting do the same. She's
definitely one to watch"
- Kristy Jackson (BMI AWARD WINNER) www.kristyjackson.com
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Welcome to the Invokal network! Poet, mc, singer, beatnik! You can also check out myspace.com/verbaleyesight for some industrial hip hop poetry (new album coming soon) and myspace.com/themagikword for some poetic words over old school hip hop beats. Thanks.
MEMORY TOUR! Pornografica is now online for all !!! Pornografica, instrumental for keyboards recorded in 2007... Special guest!!! Pasha Gipsy, Bogdan Giurea (guitar), Roxy vocal!!!! Thank you all!!!! www.akcaroll.com
Hey Rockers! The Jim Jones Revue celebrate the release of their new album “Here To Save Your Soul” with a release party at Cargo on Thursday 1 October. “Here To Save Your Soul” collects all the JJR singles together in physical format for the first time (Vinyl and CD).
Bring your hard hat and help us blow the roof off Cargo next Thursday!
Click on flyer for tickets Here To Save Your Soul is released by Punk Rock Blues Records on October 5
I thought you might like to know that my recent London Underground Poster n poem: 'Shine', went up at Baker Street Tube a few days ago and is now available to buy from: http://www.artbelow.net/posters.php .Much Love Cat x x x
Starting the 1st of october 2009 PORNOGRAFICA will be Online for 2 Months!!!! PornogaficA is a progresive album for keyboards, special guest Pasha Gipsy xxxstorY recorded in 2007!!! Music by Caroll www.akcaroll.com
Hey People! Delta Blues legend David Honeyboy Edwards plays The Luminaire tonight at the incredible age of 94. This show kicks off another round of the 5 Years of NTSOBC Festival which continues with shows next week by The Handsome Family, Agnostic Mountain Gospel Choir, Kelly Joe Phelps and The Jim Jones Revue . Click on flyer for tickets..... "> Five Years of NTSOBC Festival Schedule
September
Friday 25 David Honeyboy Edwards @ The Luminaire,London, NW6 Monday 28 Handsome Family @ Bush Hall, London, W12 Tuesday 29 Agnostic Mountain Gospel Choir @ The Luminaire, London, NW6 Wednesday 30 Kelly Joe Phelps @ The Union Chapel, London, N1
October
Thursday 1 October The Jim Jones Revue @ Cargo, London, EC2A
Tuesday 27 October Oysterband @ The Union Chapel, London, N1
BME GIVES YOU Acustic Moments will be at the Theatre Royal Margate. This will be BMEs big one. Headlining this event will be Luke Jackon & Kayley Weller pluss many guests. This will be a great event its not to be missed. Tickets are just £7.50 & £8 OTD. CALL BOX OFFICE NOW ON 0845 130 1786 OR 01227 787787. BME website see www.billmurrayevents.com. We hope see you there.
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