Events

The Hucklebuck

16/12/2018
17:30 -19:30

The Hucklebuck are a five-piece band playing straight ahead blues, with original interpretations of traditional electric styles, from early jump blues to later Texas and Chicago material, all played with real authenticity and swing.
The Hucklebuck comprises of Joe Cribb on vocals and harmonica, Luke Cawthra and Neil Smith on guitars, and the superb rhythm section of Tom Kuras, bass and Matt Brown on drums.
Collectively the band has played with some incredible roots music artists and bands in the past, such as: Pee Wee Ellis, Martha High, Andy Sheppard, Rodriguez, Phantom Limb, Marc ford, Lillian Boutte etc etc..
Catfish is a band that has evolved out of a desire to hear blues music played the way they want to hear it-Swinging, dynamic, melodic and full of bold statements

The Harrisons – Xmas Special

22/12/2018
21:00 -23:00

Total fun music from the long established Bristol favourites
“The Harrisons”. who are with us for this Christmas Special

The band play an eclectic mix of Blues and Country Blues, R & B and soul, covering songs from the likes of The Eagles, Creedence Clearwater Revival, The Band & Little Feat.

Not One To Miss!

Steve Treble (Lead Guitar,Vox), Al Thomas (Slide & Rhythm Guitar/ Vox),
John Cornick (T-Bone/Vox).

lost Eleven

23/12/2018
17:30 -19:30

Xmas special!

Lost eleven are a 5 piece country blues band featuring an array of instruments and close 3 part harmony vocals and they are here for our annual Christmas shindig!

Steve Treble & Pete Coggins

06/01/2019
17:30 -19:30

Two Bristol Legends return to The Eldon for an afternoon of Blues to Kick start the Sunday Sessions for 2019

Jim Tigwell & Nigel Greville

13/01/2019
17:30 -19:30

An Afternoon of Country Blues with this local Bristol Acoustic Duo

The Bristol Brass Consort

20/01/2019
17:30 -19:30

The Bristol Brass Consort, founded in 1985, is a symphonic brass ensemble that aims to provide audiences with high quality performances of the established brass repetoire as well as exploring lesser known pieces and commissioning new works and arrangements from local composers.

Originally formed as a quintet the consort now boasts a large repertoire of concert music for up to 18 players in various instrumental combinations.

Highlights of past performances include a “Songs of Praise” broadcast on BBC television and radio, a concert in the presence of the Princess Royal in St Mary Redcliffe Church and a concert in Bristol Cathedral to celebrate the launch of the “Matthew”, the Bristol built replica of the ship that John Cabot took across the Atlantic in 1497.

The ensemble has also recently performed Elgar Howarth’s virtuoso arrangement for brass of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition – twice in Bristol and once in Weston Super Mare, and has also recently performed the equally demanding Eric Crees arrangement of Leonard Bernstein’s West Side Story at St. George’s Bristol.

The ensemble has some of the most experienced brass players in the Bristol area amongst its members but we also seek to encourage and develop new talent

This is Hip

27/01/2019
17:30 -19:30

Five-piece band “This Is Hip” pay homage to the pioneers of Funk with a capital “F” – Average White Band, Rufus & Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder, Level 42, Randy Crawford/Crusaders, Brand New Heavies, Steely Dan and more.

Formed early in 2017, “This Is Hip” has a musical heritage of the highest standard. All of the band are seasoned consummate professionals with everyone’s CV boasting national and international touring, TV & radio broadcast, studio recording & session work, music production, composing and credits on singles and albums.

What can I say: They’re fabulous players, a great band and really funky!

Alex Taylor

03/02/2019
17:30 -19:30

Alex Taylor is a genius with a loop pedal… and his voice is stunning” – Metro

Bristol based singer/songwriter and multi-instrumental loop pedal artist. Already compared by reviewers to the likes of Bill Withers, John Martyn and Jeff Buckley, Alex Taylor is one of the shining lights of the acoustic scene and a troubadour of world-class standing.

When you see him perform live, prepare yourself for an energetic and passionate vocal performance, dextrous and original acoustic playing and some dynamic loop pedal trickery for good measure.

Drawing on varied influences from a wide musical spectrum, Alex’s unique style splices elements of soul, nu-folk and electronica to place his powerful-yet gentle, shape‐shifting voice firmly in the spotlight.

A festival favourite, Alex recently headlined the BBC Stage at Bristol Harbour Festival, and has played many other stages including Cambridge Folk Festival and Cheltenham Jazz Festival.

Touring extensively, Alex has notched hundreds of gigs with previous support slots including Jack Savoretti, Roachford and Michael Kiwanuka.

His critically acclaimed debut album features performances from members of The Invisible, Newton Faulkner’s band, Portishead and Massive Attack.

With more festivals and tour dates in the pipeline, and a brand new studio album set for release in the summer, 2018 is looking good for Alex Taylor.

Alex Taylor [Reviews]

“Sublime… Buckley-esque singer songwriter”

– Time Out

“Echoes of Bill Withers’ jazzy folky soul”

– Q Magazine

“The burnished baritone… who sounds like a calmer, more soulful Sting”

– The Guardian ****

“Dynamic solo shows, using pedals and loops

to create a wall of sound”

– Maverick Magazine ****

“Taylor throws the kind of twistedly beautiful shapes on acoustic guitar that recall John Martyn, while his voice is a scratchy, committed thing that can walk across a falsetto tightrope with poise or howl like a wounded animal. An impressive introduction”

– R2 Magazine

“A singer songwriter with a compelling voice… Alex Taylor’s songs are finely crafted and topped off with interesting guitar arrangements, all of which adds up to a fine performer”

– Venue Magazine

Big Hat No Cattle

10/02/2019
17:30 -19:30

Stuart, a singer in Los Yanquis left sin city( Bristol) and moved across the border into Wales. He got acquainted with his new neighbour, a dyed in the wool rock musician, and forced him to like country music.

Since those pioneering days he and Ken have expanded the duet into a tight four-piece, with Rob “Livestock’ Davies added on guitar and Ian Hamilton on bass.

Their trademark is high energy country blues, with tight three- part harmonies.

Things have moved fast, and after early cracking gigs with great responses, the band headlined The Chepstow Beer Festival (a tough crowd) and stormed it, they are delighted to be playing their first Bristol gig in The Eldon House one of their favourite venues.

Start polishing up your dancing shoes, the boys from Big Hat No Cattle are in town.