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Name
and Link |
Brief
Description |
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Alan
Neville |
Alan
pitched up for a floor spot late last year and we really enjoyed his
melodic and lyrically excellent songs.
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Band with no Name |
Superb funk/rock combo playing leader Michael's
original songs. They stepped in at the last minute for us in July
when someone cancelled due to illness - well two and a half of them did -
and we invited them back for a 'proper' set in August. |
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Bernard Hoskin |
Acoustic
roots singer/songwriter and mulit-instrumentalist, Bernard Hoskin,
draws from a diverse range of influences to create his distinctive
sound: English songwriting, world music rhythms, folk, country and
blues are styles you can expect to hear in his set.
www.bernardhoskin.com/
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Big
Fibbers |
Mad
pants, drunk swimsuits, whoopee whistles and a big dollop of humour
are what you can expect from Nigel and Steve. Big Fibbers make a
welcome return to Platform.
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Blackett |
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Clayton
Denwood |
Canadian
Clayton may tire of the comparisons to Bob Dylan but there is no doubt
that his poetic lyrics, strong melodies and distinct vocals bear out
that connection. Clayton has performed with the likes of the Band's
Levon Helm, Garth Hudson and Rick Danko which is further testament to
the calibre of his craft. We're thrilled that he is taking time out of
his UK tour to put in an appearance at Platform.
www.claytondenwood.com
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|
Del
Sloan |
Del
turned up for a floor spot land announced himself as 'just Del' - a
very brief moniker for someone with great songs and undeniable stage
presence. Edgy, bluesy and with a voice that sounds like it's been
polished with whisky, we were only too happy to book Del back
immediately.
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Ed Payne |
Only 21
years old but already a songwriter and performer of exceptional
quality. Hailing from Hereford, Ed's music is a happy pop and R&B mix
and performed with such confidence that you cannot help but smile let
your feet move with his grooves. Ed may be remembered from The Wish's
Old Blue Last days, and we're delighted to have him sharing our stage
once again.
www.edpayne.net
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Emily Coates
 |
Once Emily begins singing it is
evident that this girl lives through music. Her melodies are simply
beautiful and carried by a voice that is remarkably piercing and
haunting. Her lyrics are honest, touching and raw all at once. Wise
beyond her years, she speaks unrestrained about life and death
www.emilycoates.com
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Fledge |
Fledge are a 3 piece band comprising Sarah
Ross (vocals), Jo Clack (vocals, guitar) and Steve Ball. They fuse
elements of pop, folk and jazz and have released two albums, Sanguine
Surprise and Fire On The Foreshore. Steve Ball plays an amazing array
of percussion instruments and when he kicks into action it really is like watching musical poetry in
motion. Not to be missed!
www.fledge.org.uk
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Hicksville |
Acoustic
duo Piers F. Hawkins (Banjo, guitar, vocals) and Bobbyboy Mills
(mandolin, guitar, vocals) play a rough and ready mix of alt-country,
folk and blue grass. The Wish saw them at the Easycome Acoustic Club
and instantly offered them an invitation to Platform @ The Railway
Tavern. The went down a storm with Platformers that we had to have
them return for an encore.
www.hicksville.co.uk
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Ivor Game |
Singer-songwriter Ivor Game has taken his music across the UK, Europe
and America. He has released 3 albums and enjoyed airplay on radio
stations in countries as diverse as Japan and Lithuania! His rich
vocals and catchy melodies make it easy to understand why.
www.ivorgame.com
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Jagtar
 |
Brilliant guitar & vocals with a distinctly Indian
flavour
www.jagtarmusic.com
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Jay Gipson
|
Slide guitar with a roots feel. Jay's music has
influences from delta blues
to Indian classical. With one album under his belt and a second on the way,
this is a new exciting performer not to be missed.
www.jaygipson.com
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Jon Bilbrough:
|
Jon
turned up at our August 2003 Platform for a floor spot. He was brilliant,
blew us all away and there was no question about booking him back. If
you want to see a star in the making, Jon's your man! Jon composes
intelligent and melodic songs which are performed with an edginess
that puts him in a class of his own.
www.jonbilbrough.com
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Jova |
Lovely vocalist from Macedonia with Sean & Stuart on
backing acoustic guitars
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Karen
Page |
Karen
was the first performer on stage at Platform in July 2003 so it is
only fitting that she make a very welcome return on our anniversary.
Karen is a gifted guitarist songwriter whose melodic songs will appeal
to anyone with Norah Jones, Bonnie Raitt and Sarah McLachlan CDs in
their collections.
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kydd
 |
kydd are a
band with a sound that combines beautiful pop/rock melodies and haunting
lyrics with a Celtic twist. A four piece - guitar, bass, drums plus the
extrovert skills of the brilliant Anna-Phoebe on violin - which gives the
music its Celtic feel. But all the songs, written by front man Jonathan, are
crafted pop.
www.kyddmusic.co.uk
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Lizzie B |
Lizzie
Bing has appeared at Platform a few times and performs her melody
driven songs with warm vocals, accompanied by acoustic guitar. She has
impressed audiences at The Kashmir Klub, Big Note and Phils at the
Merryhills as well as at Platform.
www.lizziebing.co.uk
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Mark Slater |
Mark did
a floor spot for us in March, struggling all the way from Greenford to
be with us, and impressed with his singing and guitar playing.
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Mark
Wilson
 |
Solo acoustic performer from St. Helen's, Merseyside who
regularly plays up and down the country. His work is compared with
Nick Drake, John Martyn, Bert Jansch, and Roy Harper. Mark's songs
'disclose an intimate and passionate beating heart'
http://markwilson.blogspot.com |
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Mary Kiely
 |
See www.marykiely.com
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Matt Nicholls & Jo Hintz |
Talented singer/songwriter/guitarist duo
performing their own work with the odd cover thrown in.
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Megson |
Stu
Hanna (mandolin, guitar, vocals) and Debbie-Ann Palmer (fiddle,
whistle, vocals) make up this folk inspired duo. Inspired by the likes
of Eliza Carthy, Kate Rusby and Alison Krauss, Megson's blend of
country-tinged pop and traditional song is not to be missed.
www.megsonmusic.co.uk
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Michael Berk |
For the
last 10 years, Michael Berk has been stunning audiences around the UK,
performing over 200 shows with little more than a guitar and the
occasional percussionist. London's famous 12 Bar Club calls him "one
of the few truly gifted acoustic guitar players around… a true
virtuoso". Michael's new album, Unashamedly Questionable, is a
masterful collection of tracks which highlight his talent. With
musicianship this strong, no vocals necessary!
www.michaelberk.com
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Mick Page's Band with no Name |
Top
notch 'funk' band with a beat that defies your foot to tap or your knee to
twitch! New on the scene. Truly fantastic entertainment
experience!
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Milk Kan |
See www.milkkan.com
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Mother
Nature's Suns
|
Knockout performance! Smooth funky/jazzy vibe with elements of rock n' soul.
Singer/Songwriter Derek Walker has been playing the
London open mic
circuit for over 2 years and through this has met and brought together some
great, really talented musicians. The line-up features a horn section
including trumpet and two saxophonists as well as a percussionist, drummer
and bassist, rhythm guitarist/vocalist.
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Mudibu
|
Superb singer guitarist whose work stems from the
tragedy of the civil war in his home-country Burundi. However,
this is not dark and depressing, but upliftimng and inspired by hope
for better days. |
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Mumble
 |
Newham based 4 piece band fronted by Graham White
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Native Tung |
See
Roland Chadwick below
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New English Music Foundation |
Ian and
Matt's melodic songs are harmonious, acoustic and folksy, reminiscent of Simon and Garfunkel
in their heyday.
www.newenglishmusicfoundation.co.uk
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Neeve
 |
Jessica (piano) and Genevieve (vocals) began writing
their own material in 2002. During this period Genevieve was at the
Junior Royal Academy of Music studying to become a classical singer. She
decided to break away from the restrictions of classical training and move
to Trinity College of Music to study Jazz. Here she met Andy (acoustic
guitar, sax) and the group Neeve was formed. It is difficult to
define their genre as they are still developing as a trio. There are,
however, strong influences of soul and jazz. Their aim is to continue
playing and improve their performance and song-writing ability.
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|
Nick Barclay |
Nick's
debut single, Beautiful Surprise, enjoyed great support from radio
stations nationwide. Nick's been working on his debut album, The Hard
Road, but has agreed to down instruments to make a return visit to
Platform.
www.nickbarclay.com/
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|
North
and South |
Warwick
Jones (guitar and vocals) and Tony Rowlett (harmonica and vocals)
popped in for a floor spot last year. We loved their blues (from the
Lake District!) and are delighted to have them back for a full set.
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Olympian
|
Olympian`s unique sound ranges from energetic
clean cut melodies to full-on grunge rock that ooozes passion. Riffs
and rhythms combine to produce powerful, intimate and captivating tunes that
have already won them a dedicated fan-base across the country through their
regular live appearances.
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|
Pavlov's Cat
 |
Pavlov's Cat describe themselves as
very English, playing highly melodic songs with emphasis on dynamics
and organic sound, lyrically cynical but not without a glimmer of
optimism. James Hibbins's
melodic and intelligent songs always go down extremely well.
www.pavlovscat.co.uk
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Peter Evans |
Excellent singer/songwriter recently played at the
Acoustic Lounge and West One Fair
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Roland
Chadwick and Native Tung
 |
Anyone
who has seen Roland in action cannot deny that he is a guitarist of
extraordinary skill. Roland returns to Platform with his new band,
Native Tung, which also features legendary Barriemore Barlow on drums
and Phil Saatchi on bass. For an amazing blues experience, do not miss
this act!
www.rolandchadwick.com
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Sair
 |
A Southampton based acoustic band who have been making
music together since their days at University. The band is fronted by
singer/songwriter Sarah King who has enjoyed a musical partnership with
pianist Ben Corrie for a number of years.
www.sairmusic.com
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Scribbling
Rivalry |
Poet,
and host of the Platform @ the railway tavern, Ken Wood's web site.
www.scribblingrivalry.com/
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Sean
Taylor
|
Brilliant Blues singer/guitarist - one of Platform's
regulars
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Simba |
Simba
Bhebhe's songs are a rich mix of influences ranging from Nirvana,
Counting Crows, Bill Withers and Joni Mitchell. His music has seen him
touring countries throughout Europe and, as the singer and bass player
of FONO, supporting acts such as Vanessa Carlton, 3rd Eye Blind and
the Goo Goo Dolls in the USA.
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sTeTsOn sTaN |
Songs off the ranch
Horses, Nooses, Gals, Guns and Glasses
How the West was drunk!
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Stewart Irving |
The June
2004 Platforn was the last opportunity to see Stewart perform at
Platform for some time as he is heading off to live in sunnier climes.
His old band mate from The Wish, Brian Spence, was onstage as well,
lending his superb musicianship as a fitting farewell.
www.the-wish.com
|
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Streebeck
 |
Superb singer/songwriter from Bournemouth www.streebeck.com
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Tanya Jackson |
With Eli
Eliason alongside on guitar and backing vocals, Tanya sings her own
compositions of soulful, but melodic blues
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Thank You, Driver
 |
Lucy and Cilla: Indie acoustic vocals
with a harmonic feel, on guitar and occasional cello
www.thankyoudriver.co.uk
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|
Tom
Corbett |
Tom
hosts his own songwriters' night at
The Grey Horse
and can often be found performing there and at the
Tall Poppy
songwriters' nights. We love his warm voice and acoustic
performance. His gentle songs and an ice cold beer are just what you
need after a long day at work!
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Underdog |
Hailing from Maldon in Essex, Underdog are a 5 piece 'indie'
band, writing all their own material. Three of the
band (singer/guitarist-backing singer/guitarist) perform acoustically and it
is these three performing tonight. They have played gigs locally to
great reactions, and now also gig in London, where they are being asked back
to do full showcase acoustic gigs.
www.underdogtheband.co.uk
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Urban Dove |
ATM/BAFTA
New Music award winners and BRIT nominees, Angel
and Jumiah play exceptional music. Imagine Massive Attack meets Alanis Morissette,
and you wouldn't be a
million miles away from what they do. Definitely not to be missed.
www.urbandove.com |
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Vinicius (Vinnie) Moreno |
Vinnie sings his own brand of old-style blues with
the odd traditional Brazilian song thrown in for good measure |
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Virtual
Biscuit |
Virtual Biscuit are fronted by Phil
Peacock and are well known on the acoustic, Celtic and folk scenes.
"Unwrapped" is Virtual Biscuit's 5th album in as many years and
features songs about life, love and legends delivered straight from
the heart.
www.virtualbiscuit.co.uk
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Waste/Circle high |
A London
based four piece rock band that deliver catchy and melodic songs, they
have evolved from Waste through Circle High into Silverland and are
about to embark on a UK tour and release a debut album. We
are happy to have helped them on their way. . . . . . . . .
www.silverlandmusic.com |
