Sunday
31 December 2006
For a Fun New Years Eve
12:00:PM-3:00:AM
Spend your nite at the Welsh Harp, London Road Gloucester.
Saturday
30 December 2006
Souled On Soul Memorial gig
8:00:PM-2:00:AM
A memorial event in memory of Simon Bendle
The Welsh Harp 36 London Road Gloucester.
December 30th 2006
Start The New Year weekend off with some soul for a pre-new year nite of soul
8 til late
£4.0 otd
Res Jocks and Guests
Get along to hear loads of Motown and Original Soul, how it is meant to be heard
Call For details: 07877885672 Or 01452 503695
Friday
29 December 2006
Twisted wings
8:00:PM-1:00:PM
The Welsh Harp present
Twisted Wings, Apathy, The Devine Secret & The Syndicate.
8 Till Late. £4.00 OTD
Monday
25 December 2006
Xmas Day AllDay Opening
12:00:PM-2:00:AM
Debbie, Ronnie, Terry, Tom, Oni, Simon and all the staff wish you a very Merry Christmas.
Spend a little time to celebrate this time of year with us.
Free mini buffet and a glass of sherry.
Open all day.
We hope to see you some time during this special time of year.
Sunday
24 December 2006
Christmas Eve at The Welsh Harp
12:00:PM-1:00:AM
Come and spend some quite time with us before the big day.
Saturday
23 December 2006
Skant Alldayer
12:00:PM-1:00:AM
With loads of bands and music and making merry
Friday
22 December 2006
Live Band Nite Exocet & more
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Four bands for a graet nite out...
Exocet & more
£4.00 otd
Tuesday
19 December 2006
Private Party
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
If you would like to book The Welsh Harp for the same then contact us for details
Saturday
16 December 2006
Damage Inc
3:00:PM-7:55:AM
The Welsh Harp Present Xmas Allday Metal
Bands appearing
Decimate, Burning Skies, Chaos Blood, Suicide Crypt, Akira Dawn, Lumphammer, For The masses, Salakin, Hand Over Fist.
Doors Open 3pm. £5.00 Tkt or £6.00 otd.
Tickets: www.wegottickets.com
Saturday
9 December 2006
Live at The Welsh Harp
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
The Welsh Harp Present
Final Scene Take Two & Raw Exposusure
plus more...
£3.50 OTD
Friday
1 December 2006
Soul Satisfaction
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Brian Newton DJ'ing
Some Northern Soul and sounds of the soul scene
Saturday
25 November 2006
Bands Nite @ The Welsh Harp
7:30:PM-1:00:AM
Live Bands including "Paradox", GlowDown"
and "Punch Babies" from the Forest.
The Welsh Harp as is was and will always be for live music.
Any bands wanting to put on a gig contact Oni or Tom at the Welsh Harp. 01452 503695
Monday
20 November 2006
Site Now Back Up
1:00:AM-12:00:PM
You'll be glad to know that the site is now back on track!
Saturday
4 March 2006
Private Function
8:00:PM-2:00:AM
Private Hire
[Venue Room - No entry to public] [pub open as normal] till 2am
Saturday
25 February 2006
Welsh Harp Night of Rock
8:00:PM-2:00:AM
A Welsh Harp Night of Rock
with
Mishem - Madame Butterfly - Twisted Wings - Entropy
Thursday
23 February 2006
Professer No Hair and the Wiglifters
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
A Welsh Harp Night of Jazz
with
Professer No Hair and the Wiglifters
Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz - Jazz!
Saturday
18 February 2006
Private Function
7:00:PM-2:00:AM
Private Hire [Venue Room - No entry to public] [pub open as normal] till 2am
Friday
17 February 2006
Sliced Peach
7:30:PM-11:00:PM
2006 is set to be peach-tastic! The year has started with a critically acclaimed E.P release ‘Sliced Peach’ and a full programme of festivals and venues already booked.
Drew, Leigh, Dom and Ed perform original guitar driven power-pop. Their infectious melodies and heart felt lyrics melt in your mouth like a packet of prawn cocktail Skips. Influences come far and wide, from The Beach Boys to New Found Glory, The Beatles to Ash.
When not performing to a packed audience of ‘peach-aholics’ the ‘Peaches’ can be found practising in their own purpose built studio. Over the past year the band have gone from strength to strength, here are just a few of their achievements:
Endorsed by the global clothing label ‘Atticus’
Featured band at Radio 1’s One Music Liverpool Showcase
Featured band on Best of Bristol CD ‘Bristol Rocks’
Headlining the John Lennon Imagine Appeal charity gig at Liverpool’s Barfly.
Thursday
16 February 2006
MC Battle Fund Raiser
8:00:PM-10:30:PM
MC Battle Fundraiser for the Princes Trust.
Friday
10 February 2006
Private Function
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Private Hire [Venue Room - No entry to public] [pub open as normal] till 1am
Sunday
8 January 2006
Century Man + Support
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
CENTURY MAN - Cheltenham’s finest indie rock band are set to rapidly expand their fan base around the UK and beyond... The four piece line-up with front man Craig Fish, guitarist Ben Zakotti, bassist Dean McClymont and drummer Rob Hayes continue to pump out an exciting energetic style of ‘retro indie rock’ generating a growing following wherever they play.
Sighting major influences as classic British rock such as the Beatles and Stones their exhilarating performances simply get better and better with their punchy riffs and catchy melodies guaranteeing an enthusiastic response.
Their latest demo just cannot compare to their live performance - onstage is where these guys are really in their element!
Since their formation in late 2003 Century Man have performed over a dozen live shows - supporting major acts (the Fun Lovin’ Criminals) winning the Battle of the Bands and live radio sessions - they continue to write and record new material and are planning further gig dates for 2005...
www.centuryman.co.uk
Saturday
7 January 2006
Northern Soul
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Friday
30 December 2005
FUNKTHAT...
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
Thursday
29 December 2005
The Hollow
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
The Hollow
Sunday
25 December 2005
Christmas Day
7:55:AM
Come and say prayers of thanks to the Gods of stella, John Smiths, Boddingtons on this special Day..
Free Drinks Between 15.00 & 15.30
Closed 14.45 to 15.45..
Just Me Then
Saturday
24 December 2005
Techno - Hardhouse - Hardcore
7:00:PM-4:00:AM
Techno - Hardhouse - Hardcore
Thursday
22 December 2005
[Cancelled] The Beat + Support
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
[Cancelled] The Beat + Support
Saturday
17 December 2005
Northern Soul Night
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Northern Soul Night
Friday
16 December 2005
FUNKTHAT...
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
Thursday
15 December 2005
[Cancelled] Bad Manners
8:00:PM-4:00:AM
[Cancelled] Bad Manners
Saturday
10 December 2005
Take the 5th - Clash Tribute
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Take The 5th
an appreciation of
The Clash
“Take the 5th” take their name from the title given by The Clash to their 1979 US tour.
What you get are 30 or so songs written by The Clash, performed with power, conviction and accuracy. There is no attempt to impersonate, what would be the point of that? The Clash did it right first time. Having said that their music deserves to be heard live. Any day, every town.
2 hours of some of the greatest songs ever written are set against a backdrop of original images and archive video of Joe and the boys
Take The 5th have been gigging for years, but first and foremost they are Clash fans. The blend of rock and reggae recaptures the unique mood of the most vibrant of times.
For more information www.takethe5th.co.uk
[£3 on door][till 1am]
Wednesday
7 December 2005
Crash Saturdays
8:00:PM-11:30:PM
Crash Saturdays
Saturday
3 December 2005
Ska'd + Support
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Ska'd + Support
Friday
2 December 2005
FUNKTHAT...
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
Wednesday
30 November 2005
The Hollow
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
The Hollow
Saturday
26 November 2005
Techno - Hardhouse - Hardcore
8:00:PM-4:00:AM
Techno - Hardhouse - Hardcore
Friday
25 November 2005
Fred Zeppilin
8:00:PM-3:00:AM
Fred Zeppilin
In Christmas 2004 we were among the top ten best live bands to see, according to Kerrangs readers poll. We think it’s quite an achievement, as we were the only tribute band listed in any category.
July 2004 Fred Zeppelin were invited by Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page to attend The Embassy Club, Mayfair, London to pick up a certificate of thanks. They were presented with the award by Jimmy’s wife Jimena for helping to raise money for The ABC Trust, a charity of which Jimmy is a patron. Kev (bass) and Blackie (drums) attended and were thrilled to meet and chat with the legendary guitarist. Also at the party were Roger Daltrey, Julian Lloyd Webber, Leo Sayer and Formula One’s David Coultard. What a night !!
During their time together Fred Zeppelin have had the honour of Led Zeppelin’s Front-man Robert Plant attending three of their gigs, something the band are very proud of. It must surely be the best recommendation any ban could receive, and also assure any Led Zeppelin fans who are apprehensive about seeing The Fredz.
It may be worth taking a camera to a gig as you don’t know who will be standing next to you.
Other distinguished guests include John Bonham’s son Jason (who jammed with them on stage), MAGNUM’s front-man Bob Catley, and WHITESNAKE’s guitarist Mel Galley, who attended on recommendation - “Thought I would come and see you, as Robert (Plant) said you were brilliant”. Roy Wood was the latest rock celebrity to experience a two-hour Fred Zeppelin gig.
Among their achievements so far, the band have been featured on Central Television, performed to a crowd of 15,000 people at Derby’s out-door Rock’n’Blues Festival, and played a cameo roll in a Film called ‘Large’ released in October 2001 (now available in all good bargain bins at your local superstore!).
The four members of Fred Zeppelin are real fans, and formed ‘The Freds’ out of their admiration and love of Led Zeppelin’s music. As their name suggests the band do not take themselves too seriously, they know the praise belongs to Robert, Jimmy, John Paul Jones, and Bonzo.
Tickets from the bar £8.00
Sunday
20 November 2005
THE BON JOVI EXPERIENCE
8:00:PM-7:55:AM
THE BON JOVI EXPERIENCE
Thursday
17 November 2005
FUNKTHAT...
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
Sunday
13 November 2005
GREEN-ISH DAY
8:00:PM-7:55:AM
GREEN-ISH DAY
Saturday
12 November 2005
Northern Soul Night
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Northern Soul Night
Friday
11 November 2005
Explosive Nzakomba Band
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Explosive Nzakomba Band
Thursday
10 November 2005
Abby's Birthday
7:55:AM
Thursday
3 November 2005
FUNKTHAT...
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
Sunday
30 October 2005
YYZ Rush Tribute
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
YYZ Rush Tribute
Saturday
29 October 2005
Techno - Hardhouse - Hardcore
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Techno - Hardhouse - Hardcore
Thursday
27 October 2005
Sahara Boat Club + The Q
8:00:PM-11:30:PM
Sahara Boat Club
Wednesday
26 October 2005
Fall Out Theory + Still Bust
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Fall Out Theory + Still Bust
Sunday
23 October 2005
Sabbath Bloody Sabbath - Balack Sabbath Tribute
8:00:PM-7:55:AM
"The very first incarnation of what was to become Sabbath Bloody Sabbath got together in 1997, with Pete on guitar and Mark on bass. There then followed a revolving door period of musicians to rival 90's Black Sabbath themselves, soon settling on a line-up of Pete, Mark, Ashley on vocals and Rob on drums. Once the band started gigging regularly, they garnered an impressive reputation and gained a loyal following of fans.
In 1999, Rob left the band in order to go to into further education and Pete left for reasons best known to himself...but Sabbath Bloody Sabbath carried on with (a different) Rob on guitar and Slack on drums, however, early in 2003 the original line-up reformed, much like Black Sabbath's vaunted 'Reunion' in 1999, heralding a return to the sound of the early years of Sabbath. In 2004, Sabbath Bloody Sabbath took some time out, and in March 2005 regrouped, with new a bassist, Grant.
Sabbath Bloody Sabbath plays material exclusively from the ‘Ozzy-era’(1969-1979) i.e. the first eight albums.
Sabbath Bloody Sabbath has played venues all over England and Wales, occasionally venturing into Scotland and Ireland, and has never failed to get an audience up and on its feet. They have also played gigs with bands such as Motörhead, Blaze (Blaze Bailey, Ex-Iron Maiden), and M3 (Classic Whitesnake). The band's major strength lies in its live performance, and the songs are always performed accurately, with energy and attitude."
Friday
21 October 2005
FUNKTHAT...
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
Thursday
20 October 2005
Buck Brothers
8:00:PM-7:55:AM
Buck Brothers
Sunday
16 October 2005
Crowded Scouse - Crowded House Tribute Band
8:00:PM-7:55:AM
Crowded Scouse - Crowded House Tribute Band
Saturday
15 October 2005
One Step Below - Madness tribute
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Madness tribute band
The UK's premier Madness tribute band
Sunday
9 October 2005
Stipe - R.E.M Tribute (Unreal)
8:00:PM-7:55:AM
Stipe - R.E.M Tribute (Unreal)
The definitive REM tribute.
Stipe have been around since 1996. The first line-up was formed by Rick Southern and gigged mainly in the North of England and Scotland. Over the next few years Rick also fronted Midlands based "Monster" playing many gigs throughout the U.K and Europe, honing and perfecting Michael Stipe's very individual stage persona.
It was with "Monster" that Rick met Stipe keyboard player Pete. The new line-up of Stipe was completed in September 2002.
Rick Southern - Vocals
Pete Nicholls - Keyboards / acoustic guitar
Tony Williams - Bass / acoustic guitar / backing vocals
Paul Tonge - Guitar / mandolin / backing vocals
Nick Peters - Drums / percussion
This line-up brought together over thirty years of gigging experience of five talented and experienced musicians.
The Gigs
Since their debut on January 1st 2003 at the Limelight Club in Crewe, the band have played everything from small clubs to large festivals all across England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. The vast majority of venues hosting the band have asked for a return booking.
Highlights include :-
· Gigs in Ireland taking in Dublin, Donegal, Galway and Limerick.
· A headline slot at the Arts in the Park festival, Blackburn.
· A hugely successful appearance at Liverpool's Mathew Street Festival
· Release of a self-penned CD single "(Need to) Breathe"
· Prominently featured in Bang! magazine's tribute article - “an R.E.M. fan's wet dream”
The Fans
R.E.M. fans say really great things about Stipe. Fan sites like murmurs.com and myrem.com contain many threads about the band. Here are some quotes, taken from pages which can be accessed via the Reviews section of the website.
"arguably better than the live performance by REM themselves(dare I say that?)"
"My advice to you – If you hear Stipe are playing a gig near you then drop everything and go and see them."
"Stipe's outstanding performance of R.E.M. music is second to none, not to be missed"
The Future
Stipe have over sixty R.E.M songs in their repertoire. The list is continuing to grow. Just like R.E.M, this enables the band to change their set considerably and keeps everything sounding fresh.
A tour is being arranged to coincide with R.E.M's own in 2005.
There are many tribute bands that claim to be "the ultimate" or "the U.K’s No.1".
Stipe take this to another level; off-stage, down-to-earth and approachable - on-stage enthusiasm and energy make compelling viewing, maintaining the essence that is R.E.M.
Stipe ARE the definitive R.E.M. tribute.
www.stipe.co.uk
Saturday
8 October 2005
Northern Soul Night
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Northern Soul Night
Friday
7 October 2005
FUNKTHAT...
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
Wednesday
5 October 2005
The Intervals / Drie / Cyanide
8:00:PM-7:55:AM
"The Intervals, fairly new to gloucester music scene, but quickly making an established name for themselves with their unique blend of 'Indie Punk with an Artistic slant' - supported by 'Drie', Gloucesters finest JazzPunk 3 piece and newcomers 'Cyanide' - mixing old school rock with heavy punk-esque rhythms"
Sunday
2 October 2005
2 minutes 2 maiden
8:00:PM-7:55:AM
2 minutes 2 maiden
2 minutes 2
maiden
based in north west england
vocals=andy=crewe
guitar=loz=Heywood
guitar=andy=Liverpool
bass=danny=Heywood
drums=steve=winsford
formed January 1998,started gigging September 2003,it took 4 years to find a singer hence the huge gap ! !
survived numerous line-up changes like most bands,5 different ones at the last count
the latest line-up has yet to perform live but cant wait,first gig…….the welsh harp…gloucester !
we started off covering mainly “live after death “ era but are currently undergoing expanding all decades
we are always on the lookout for our own “eddie”
to appear live so applicants very welcome…this is an urgent appeal ! !
Saturday
1 October 2005
Take the 5th - Clash Tribute
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Take The 5th
an appreciation of
The Clash
“Take the 5th” take their name from the title given by The Clash to their 1979 US tour.
What you get are 30 or so songs written by The Clash, performed with power, conviction and accuracy. There is no attempt to impersonate, what would be the point of that? The Clash did it right first time. Having said that their music deserves to be heard live. Any day, every town.
2 hours of some of the greatest songs ever written are set against a backdrop of original images and archive video of Joe and the boys
Take The 5th have been gigging for years, but first and foremost they are Clash fans. The blend of rock and reggae recaptures the unique mood of the most vibrant of times.
For more information www.takethe5th.co.uk
[£3 on door][till 1am]
Friday
30 September 2005
St Peters Freshers Ball
8:00:PM-2:00:AM
St Peters Freshers Ball
Thursday
29 September 2005
Reverse Swing
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Introducing "Reverse Swing" - Gloucester Born & Bred.
The Music - Sophisticated Indie Rock with a soft underbelly
The Influences - Neil Young, Wilco, Sparklehorrse, Billy Bragg, The strokes and Kings of Leon.
Wednesday
28 September 2005
The Holloh + The Cuban Heels
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
The Hollow + The Cuban Heels
Friday
23 September 2005
FUNKTHAT...
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
Wednesday
21 September 2005
Fandagle + Hey Negrita
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
Fandangle + Hey Negrita
Sunday
18 September 2005
Respect - Motown, Soul & Disco
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
Respect - Motown, Soul & Disco
Saturday
17 September 2005
Rage against the machine (a tribute) + Still Bust + The Holloh
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
The Best Rage against the machine tribute band you will ever see.
Tickets avadible in advance from The Touris Infomayion Centre in Gloucester (£4) PLEASE PLEASE DO NOT MOAN AT ME IF YOU TURN UP AND THIS IS SOLD OUT. There last visit to us was Quoted by 5+ people as "the best gig they have ever seen at The Welsh Harp"
Friday
16 September 2005
Firebox
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Wednesday
14 September 2005
Crash Saturdays + This City Dies Tonight
8:00:PM-11:30:PM
Crash Saturdays + This City Dies Tonight + shoot to kill
Monday
12 September 2005
UNIPARTING
7:00:PM-7:55:AM
UNIPARTING - Still Bust - Socken
Friday
9 September 2005
FUNKTHAT...
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
Wednesday
7 September 2005
4th street traffic + verse 6 + Paradox
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
4th street traffic are a indie/rock band from south wales,the band have just released their debut album titled 'wake up call'. The band are following their album release with a brand new four track cd which contains all new material that is not on the album... The band are currently planning and playing a tour to promote their debut release,check the website for all the information and gig dates... 4th street traffic have had much radio air play this year to co inside with their release,keep visiting the site to see where you can catch them next...
www.4thstreettraffic.com
Saturday
3 September 2005
Northern Soul Night
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Northern Soul Night
Wednesday
31 August 2005
The Hollow + Hey Negrita + Broken Daylight
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
The Holloh + Hey Negrita + Broken Daylight
Sunday
28 August 2005
Isolation + Carmen + Orgasmetron
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
Isolation + Carmen + Orgasmetron
Isolation are here and ready to show you what a real Rock show is all about !!!
There blend of heavy guitar riff's, thumping bass and drums with melodic vocals hit every spot.
All you rock/metal fans out there, get ready for a great night of great music and a great show
brought to you by Isolation and their special guests.
Saturday
27 August 2005
Season
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Season
Friday
26 August 2005
FUNKTHAT... Disco - Tech - Breaks
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
Saturday
20 August 2005
Take the 5th - Clash Tribute
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Take The 5th
an appreciation of
The Clash
“Take the 5th” take their name from the title given by The Clash to their 1979 US tour.
What you get are 30 or so songs written by The Clash, performed with power, conviction and accuracy. There is no attempt to impersonate, what would be the point of that? The Clash did it right first time. Having said that their music deserves to be heard live. Any day, every town.
2 hours of some of the greatest songs ever written are set against a backdrop of original images and archive video of Joe and the boys
Take The 5th have been gigging for years, but first and foremost they are Clash fans. The blend of rock and reggae recaptures the unique mood of the most vibrant of times.
For more information www.takethe5th.co.uk
[£3 on door][till 1am]
Friday
19 August 2005
Private Function
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Private Function - Ecclesiastical
Wednesday
17 August 2005
Making Poverty History Chairty Gig
8:00:PM-11:00:AM
Making Poverty History Chairty Gig
Sunday
14 August 2005
Stipe - REM Tribute + Fink
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
The definitive REM tribute.
Stipe have been around since 1996. The first line-up was formed by Rick Southern and gigged mainly in the North of England and Scotland. Over the next few years Rick also fronted Midlands based "Monster" playing many gigs throughout the U.K and Europe, honing and perfecting Michael Stipe's very individual stage persona.
It was with "Monster" that Rick met Stipe keyboard player Pete. The new line-up of Stipe was completed in September 2002.
Rick Southern - Vocals
Pete Nicholls - Keyboards / acoustic guitar
Tony Williams - Bass / acoustic guitar / backing vocals
Paul Tonge - Guitar / mandolin / backing vocals
Nick Peters - Drums / percussion
This line-up brought together over thirty years of gigging experience of five talented and experienced musicians.
The Gigs
Since their debut on January 1st 2003 at the Limelight Club in Crewe, the band have played everything from small clubs to large festivals all across England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. The vast majority of venues hosting the band have asked for a return booking.
Highlights include :-
· Gigs in Ireland taking in Dublin, Donegal, Galway and Limerick.
· A headline slot at the Arts in the Park festival, Blackburn.
· A hugely successful appearance at Liverpool's Mathew Street Festival
· Release of a self-penned CD single "(Need to) Breathe"
· Prominently featured in Bang! magazine's tribute article - “an R.E.M. fan's wet dream”
The Fans
R.E.M. fans say really great things about Stipe. Fan sites like murmurs.com and myrem.com contain many threads about the band. Here are some quotes, taken from pages which can be accessed via the Reviews section of the website.
"arguably better than the live performance by REM themselves(dare I say that?)"
"My advice to you – If you hear Stipe are playing a gig near you then drop everything and go and see them."
"Stipe's outstanding performance of R.E.M. music is second to none, not to be missed"
The Future
Stipe have over sixty R.E.M songs in their repertoire. The list is continuing to grow. Just like R.E.M, this enables the band to change their set considerably and keeps everything sounding fresh.
A tour is being arranged to coincide with R.E.M's own in 2005.
There are many tribute bands that claim to be "the ultimate" or "the U.K’s No.1".
Stipe take this to another level; off-stage, down-to-earth and approachable - on-stage enthusiasm and energy make compelling viewing, maintaining the essence that is R.E.M.
Stipe ARE the definitive R.E.M. tribute.
www.stipe.co.uk
Saturday
13 August 2005
Northern Soul Night
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Northern Soul Night
Friday
12 August 2005
FUNKTHAT... Disco - Tech - Breaks
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
Wednesday
10 August 2005
Karma + Old Haggered Nag + Happy Hour
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Karma + Old Haggered Nag + Happy Hour
Monday
8 August 2005
Still Bust, Fueled By Fortune, Socken
8:00:PM-7:55:AM
Still Bust return to Gloucester for the first time in 2005 with a collection of new songs including those off the new EP, 'Soundtrack to a Three Hour Holiday'
Support comes from Wrexham's very own PopPunkEmo band Fueled By Fortune, who have been seen supporting the likes of Whitmore, Phinius Gage and Streetlight Manifesto, and local Punks Socken.
This will be one gig you will be a fool to miss!
www.stillbust.co.uk
www.fueledbyfortune.tk
www.socken.cjb.net
Sunday
7 August 2005
Soul Desertion
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
Soul Desertion are based in Stroud and are a progressive rock doing both covers and original material...
Soul Desertion are a 4 piece rock outfit from the Stroud / Dursley area, the band who formed only 6 months ago hold a wealth of talent and experience with all members previously playing in well known local bands. The band consists of Ross Gardener (vocals, guitar), Chris Merrick (guitar), Ben Whittard (bass) and Tom Kenny (drums) all who bring different styles and influences to the fold. Soul Desertion play a wide variety of material from covers to their own tracks, a blend of southern style rock n roll mixed in with a progressive grunge produces a sound not to be missed. With covers from Guns n Roses, Audioslave to Pearl Jam this show is one to see. Their live shows are well known across south gloucestershire and Soul Desertion are hoping to convert this reputation to the Gloucester scene. Playing at The Welsh Harp the first sunday of everymonth, make this a date in your diary!
Saturday
6 August 2005
Private Function - Main Function
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Private Function - Main Function
Friday
5 August 2005
Funk & Soul
7:55:AM
Funk & Soul
Friday
5 August 2005
Funk & Soul
7:55:AM
Funk & Soul
Thursday
4 August 2005
Kenisia, Mr Zippy and Fandangle!
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
A Ska Punk night! Kenisia and Fandangle with the return of Mr Zippy to Gloucester!
Wednesday
3 August 2005
Chucky No Stars > Waving at Strangers (US) + Support
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Forming in the Autumn of 2004, Chucky No Stars are a fresh approach to the Christian music scene. Refusing to be thrown into stereotypes which a lot of religious music follows, Chucky No Stars are dragging catchy lyrics and vocals over a hot and spicy layer of keyboard and guitar driven pop punk.
Starting off instantly with a bang after scooping together three ex-members of UK ska/punk outfit, ninepoundnote - an already successful and experienced touring band, Chucky No Stars have quickly found their feet as a professional and highly talented band whilst still staying in the teenage age brackets (well, if you include the taboo age of twenteen!).
The guys motivation is second to none. Always ready to get the party started and loaded up to journey across the land with their truly inspirational efforts for their close-to-heart religion.
Whether you lean towards the safety of the mainstream or the musical mayhem of punk rock, Chucky No Stars are here for all ages, races, and backgrounds - with a great message to tell. www.chuckynostars.com
Waving at Strangers is a Pop-Punk/Indie Rock outfit from Atlanta, GA. They have been on the road since mid-August touring the east and west coasts.
Currently in Southern California.
The band has opened for a plethora of national acts (Lucky Boys Confusion, Less than Jake, Saves the Day, Hot Hot Heat, Left Front Tire, Cool Hand Luke, Ace Trouble Shooter, 7-10 Split, Norma Jean, Pacifico, Army of Freshman, A Flock of Seagulls, Vaux, Bleach, Number One Gun) in both Atlanta and Southern California.
Waving at Strangers have built a incredible following across the United States, independently selling over 2000 copies of their Aimeeland album since it's release on August 18, 2004. Not to mention they are absolutely amazing in concert. www.wavingatstrangers.com
Saturday
30 July 2005
Ruinfest 2
1:00:PM-1:00:AM
Ruinfest 2
Friday
29 July 2005
FUNKTHAT... Disco - Tech - Breaks
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
www.funkthatatthewelhsharp.co.uk
Wednesday
27 July 2005
Blackballon + The Cuban Heels
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Blackballon + The Cuban Heels
Sunday
24 July 2005
GREEN-ISH DAY
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
The Uk's Ultimate Green Day Tribute
Friday
22 July 2005
Firebox
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Firebox
Wednesday
20 July 2005
Uniting The Elements + White Spirit
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Uniting The Elements + White Spirit
www.unitingtheelements.com
Sunday
17 July 2005
You2
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
You2
Friday
15 July 2005
FUNKTHAT... Disco - Tech - Breaks
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
www.funkthatatthewelhsharp.co.uk
Wednesday
13 July 2005
One In Discretion
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
One In Discretion
Saturday
9 July 2005
Northern Soul Night
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Northern Soul Night of dancing, spinning and boogie-ing with your DJs Tezz and Jamo - Late licence till 1am [£4 on the door]
Friday
8 July 2005
69 - The Ultimate Brian Adams Tribute Band
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
69 - The Ultimate Brian Adams Tribute Band Are Back!
Nearly 2 years after their final show 69 are back.
Original singer Ian Balm decided to put the band back together following the release of Bryan’s album Room Service.
The musicians have changed but the voice is the same in the 2005 line up of 69. Check out the band section to see the new and exciting line up of 69.
The band are very much modelling their shows throughout 2005 on Bryan's current tour so catch them when you can to experience the ultimate tribute to the man himself….Bryan Adams.
Thursday
7 July 2005
Private Function - Main Bar still open
7:00:PM-1:00:AM
Private Function - Main Bar still open
Wednesday
6 July 2005
moonfish, hank parker's love experience, second syllable + weam
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
moonfish, hank parker's love experience, second syllable + weam
Sunday
3 July 2005
Soul Desertion
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
Soul Desertion are based in Stroud and are a progressive rock doing both covers and original material...
Soul Desertion are a 4 piece rock outfit from the Stroud / Dursley area, the band who formed only 6 months ago hold a wealth of talent and experience with all members previously playing in well known local bands. The band consists of Ross Gardener (vocals, guitar), Chris Merrick (guitar), Ben Whittard (bass) and Tom Kenny (drums) all who bring different styles and influences to the fold. Soul Desertion play a wide variety of material from covers to their own tracks, a blend of southern style rock n roll mixed in with a progressive grunge produces a sound not to be missed. With covers from Guns n Roses, Audioslave to Pearl Jam this show is one to see. Their live shows are well known across south gloucestershire and Soul Desertion are hoping to convert this reputation to the Gloucester scene. Playing at The Welsh Harp the first sunday of everymonth, make this a date in your diary!
Friday
1 July 2005
FUNKTHAT... Disco - Tech - Breaks
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
www.funkthatatthewelhsharp.co.uk
Wednesday
29 June 2005
Billy In the Low Ground
7:55:AM
Wednesday
29 June 2005
The Hollow + Crash Saturdays + Old Naggered Hag
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
The Hollow + Crash Saturdays + Old Naggered Hag
Sunday
26 June 2005
GlosSka - Ska & Two Tone...
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Gloska was set up in order to promote Ska music in Gloucestershire. On the last Sunday of every month we will be running a Ska event at the Welsh Harp in Gloucester...
The legendry 'DJ Buzz' (Bristol Ska Club)
Live band playing:
Own material
Trojan Covers and
Classic Two Tone Tunes
GlosSka
Friday
24 June 2005
Private Function - Main Bar still open
7:00:PM-1:00:AM
Thursday
23 June 2005
The Chared Hearts
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
play original old style punk/rock and roll with a few covers by the Clash, Sex Pistols ect thrown in for good measure
Sunday
19 June 2005
Metal/Harcore night
7:00:AM-11:00:PM
Schiztome, Elyfiun Shift, Quarterblind
Saturday
18 June 2005
Northern Soul Night
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Northern Soul Night of dancing, spinning and boogie-ing with your DJs Tezz and Jamo - Late licence till 1am [£4 on the door]
Friday
17 June 2005
FUNKTHAT... Disco - Tech - Breaks
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
www.funkthatatthewelhsharp.co.uk
Sunday
12 June 2005
Stipe - The REM Tribute
8:00:PM-12:00:AM
The definitive REM tribute.
Stipe have been around since 1996. The first line-up was formed by Rick Southern and gigged mainly in the North of England and Scotland. Over the next few years Rick also fronted Midlands based "Monster" playing many gigs throughout the U.K and Europe, honing and perfecting Michael Stipe's very individual stage persona.
It was with "Monster" that Rick met Stipe keyboard player Pete. The new line-up of Stipe was completed in September 2002.
Rick Southern - Vocals
Pete Nicholls - Keyboards / acoustic guitar
Tony Williams - Bass / acoustic guitar / backing vocals
Paul Tonge - Guitar / mandolin / backing vocals
Nick Peters - Drums / percussion
This line-up brought together over thirty years of gigging experience of five talented and experienced musicians.
The Gigs
Since their debut on January 1st 2003 at the Limelight Club in Crewe, the band have played everything from small clubs to large festivals all across England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. The vast majority of venues hosting the band have asked for a return booking.
Highlights include :-
· Gigs in Ireland taking in Dublin, Donegal, Galway and Limerick.
· A headline slot at the Arts in the Park festival, Blackburn.
· A hugely successful appearance at Liverpool's Mathew Street Festival
· Release of a self-penned CD single "(Need to) Breathe"
· Prominently featured in Bang! magazine's tribute article - “an R.E.M. fan's wet dream”
The Fans
R.E.M. fans say really great things about Stipe. Fan sites like murmurs.com and myrem.com contain many threads about the band. Here are some quotes, taken from pages which can be accessed via the Reviews section of the website.
"arguably better than the live performance by REM themselves(dare I say that?)"
"My advice to you – If you hear Stipe are playing a gig near you then drop everything and go and see them."
"Stipe's outstanding performance of R.E.M. music is second to none, not to be missed"
The Future
Stipe have over sixty R.E.M songs in their repertoire. The list is continuing to grow. Just like R.E.M, this enables the band to change their set considerably and keeps everything sounding fresh.
A tour is being arranged to coincide with R.E.M's own in 2005.
There are many tribute bands that claim to be "the ultimate" or "the U.K’s No.1".
Stipe take this to another level; off-stage, down-to-earth and approachable - on-stage enthusiasm and energy make compelling viewing, maintaining the essence that is R.E.M.
Stipe ARE the definitive R.E.M. tribute.
www.stipe.co.uk
Saturday
11 June 2005
Neville Staple + Ska'd
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Neville Staple + Ska'd
This is a ticketed event please call the bar on 01452 503695 for details...
The lead singer from The Specials and one of the founder members of Fun Boy 3.
Best known for his work writing & composing, the lead singer from The Specials,and as one of the founding members of Fun Boy 3, Neville Staple is credited with changing the face of pop music not only once but twice.
Neville's biography and past projects read like a who's who of rock. He has worked with such legends as Elvis Costello (The Specials 1979 – Chrysalis Records), David Byrne (Fun Boy 3 Waiting 1983 – Chrysalis Records), and Ali Campbell (Today's Specials 1996 - Kuff Records/Virgin), to name only a few.
His talents are found on the unique tribute album, Searching For Jimi Hendrix (1999 - Capitol Records) a project that Neville is personally quite proud of. In addition to having recorded with some of rock's most famous, he has also shared the stage with such icons as Ranking Roger (The Beat) forming Special Beat. Although this line-up never actually recorded an album they successfully toured the U.S. with Sting and Steel Pulse, which ultimately lead up to their own headline tour.
Supported by Gloucester's own Ska'd
Friday
10 June 2005
Firebox
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Firebox
Friday
3 June 2005
FUNKTHAT... Disco - Tech - Breaks
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
www.funkthatatthewelhsharp.co.uk
Thursday
2 June 2005
Smoke Like A Fish
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Smoke Like A Fish
Sunday
29 May 2005
Private Function - Main Bar still open
8:00:PM-10:30:PM
Private Function - Main Bar still open
Saturday
28 May 2005
Take the 5th - Clash Tribute
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Take The 5th
an appreciation of
The Clash
“Take the 5th” take their name from the title given by The Clash to their 1979 US tour.
What you get are 30 or so songs written by The Clash, performed with power, conviction and accuracy. There is no attempt to impersonate, what would be the point of that? The Clash did it right first time. Having said that their music deserves to be heard live. Any day, every town.
2 hours of some of the greatest songs ever written are set against a backdrop of original images and archive video of Joe and the boys
Take The 5th have been gigging for years, but first and foremost they are Clash fans. The blend of rock and reggae recaptures the unique mood of the most vibrant of times.
For more information www.takethe5th.co.uk
[£3 on door][till 1am]
Friday
27 May 2005
Dead Pets + Support
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Dead Pets + Support
Thursday
26 May 2005
Somethin Else
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Wednesday
25 May 2005
The Holloh + Aisha + The Football...
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
The Holloh + Aisha
Sunday
22 May 2005
GlosSka - Ska & Two Tone
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Gloska was set up in order to promote Ska music in Gloucestershire. On the last Sunday of every month we will be running a Ska event at the Welsh Harp in Gloucester...
The legendry 'DJ Buzz' (Bristol Ska Club)
Live band 'Too Hot' playing:
Own material
Trojan Covers and
Classic Two Tone Tunes
Too Hot | GlosSka
Saturday
21 May 2005
South West Bikers & Trikers Charity Night
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
South West Bikers & Trikers Charity Night
Soul Desertion
Friday
20 May 2005
FUNKTHAT... Disco - Tech - Breaks
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
www.funkthatatthewelhsharp.co.uk
Thursday
19 May 2005
The Beat + Support
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
The Beat -
After the split of 80's ska band The Beat, Everett, Saxa and Ranking Roger worked on many other projects.
Ranking Roger and Saxa along with original Beat singer Dave Wakeling formed General public with former Dexy's Midnight Runners keyboardist Micky Billingham. General Public split in 1986 and 1988 saw the release of the solo album Radical Departure by Ranking Roger. He then went on to form another ska outfit, Special Beat. In 1988 Everett and Saxa became part of the International Beat along with Neil Deathridge and regular guest appearances by Ranking Roger and Micky Billingham.
The International Beat enjoyed success both in the UK and in the USA. After the split of the International Beat in 1992, Neil met songwriter Tony O'Donnell and they performed together at many venues throughout the UK.
Finally in 2001, Ranking Roger, Everett, Saxa and Neil got together again along with Tony O'Donnell and Andy Pearson who had previously worked with Roger.
After The Beat reunion gig at London's Royal Festival Hall the band were joined by Dave "Blockhead" Wright on keyboards.
Everett Morton (drums) Ranking Roger (vocals) Saxa (saxaphone) Blockhead (keyboards) Neil Deathridge (guitar) Tony O'Donnell (vocals) and Andy Pearson (bass).
Performing a mix of their own compositions and original Beat songs The Beat are currently enjoying success at their live gigs in the UK. www.twistandcrawl.com £11 In Advanve £13 on the door.
Wednesday
18 May 2005
Gripshift + Old Haggered Nag
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Old Haggered Nag + Gripshift
Saturday
14 May 2005
Peter Brame from Fame Academy + Support
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Should have won Fame Academy, but only finished fourth, but still not bad in view of the exposure he received in twelve weeks on prime time television, magazine and newspaper coverage, making him a household name.
Peter is a 25 year old singer/songwriter from Colchester, famous for his originality in clothing, hair and sense of style. Peter livened up our screens with his unique performance and amazing energy.
Since Fame Academy Peter has been busy collaborating with famous songwriters such as Andrew Todd (Republica), Cliff Jones (Gay Dad), Marcella Detroit (Shakespeare’s Sister), Lewis Elliott (Rialto) and Jon McLaughlin (worked with Busted). Some of this new material is now featured in the set that Peter Brame & The Dolls perform, alongside some of the tracks that made him stand out on Fame Academy. These include 60s covers such as “Glad All Over” and “The Last Train To Clarksville”, alongside “In My Place” (Coldplay), The Wanadies’ “You And Me Song”, “Don’t Look Back In Anger” (Oasis), “Last Night” (The Strokes) and “Friday I’m In Love” (The Cure).
The line-up is Peter Brame vocals, Nick Gavrilovic (ex Libertines/White Snake) lead guitar/piano, Tom Donovan bass, Jim Doll drums.
Friday
13 May 2005
Northern Soul Night
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Northern Soul Night
Thursday
12 May 2005
The RnB Party
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
"Gloucester's best R'N'B party for the 18-21 age group. £4 on the door £3 tickets. Ring 07932 009501 for tickets. Top local DJ;s playing the latest grooves. Be part of our showcase hour, if you are a budding rnb DJ we want to hear from you, ring 07932 009501 and ask for Sean"
Wednesday
11 May 2005
Mighty Stars + Support
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Mighty Stars + Support
Sunday
8 May 2005
Soul Desertion
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
Soul Desertion are based in Stroud and are a progressive rock doing both covers and original material...
Soul Desertion are a 4 piece rock outfit from the Stroud / Dursley area, the band who formed only 6 months ago hold a wealth of talent and experience with all members previously playing in well known local bands. The band consists of Ross Gardener (vocals, guitar), Chris Merrick (guitar), Ben Whittard (bass) and Tom Kenny (drums) all who bring different styles and influences to the fold. Soul Desertion play a wide variety of material from covers to their own tracks, a blend of southern style rock n roll mixed in with a progressive grunge produces a sound not to be missed. With covers from Guns n Roses, Audioslave to Pearl Jam this show is one to see. Their live shows are well known across south gloucestershire and Soul Desertion are hoping to convert this reputation to the Gloucester scene. Playing at The Welsh Harp the first sunday of everymonth, make this a date in your diary!
Saturday
7 May 2005
Private Function
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
The Welsh Harp is Gloucester's Number one live music venue...
Not only can we provide the venue - we can provide the music, lighting, sound equipment, DJs, Bands, Artists, buffet, catering, but most of all - provide excellent service at an excellent price
Friday
6 May 2005
FUNKTHAT... Disco - Tech - Breaks
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
Thursday
5 May 2005
The Big + Support
8:00:AM-1:00:AM
The Big + Support
Wednesday
4 May 2005
Sion + Support
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Sion + Support
Saturday
30 April 2005
Driving Force + Support
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Driving Force + Featherstone [£3 on Door] Till 1am
Rich Dickinsons DRIVING FORCE are arguably the best Rock 3 piece on the circuit. This is a true ‘Guitar based’ Rock band fronted by the Legendary Rich Dickinson who has worked alongside some of the greatest musicians in the world including Cozy Powell and has had music recently played on Channel 4 and BBC2.
The band is justifiably proud of it’s song writing and during the show you will hear many original tracks and covers by AcDc, Ozzy, Hendrix and the like. Be sure to catch the incredible solos!!
If you want to be sure of a good night out without disappointment then you must see them, We also now boast our newest member Roy Riach on Drums who will be a name to remember for years to come…..
Jake Ambury (Bass, Harmonica and Vocals) has toured throughout Europe and Africa with his Musical Talent’s and is a great asset to the Band. You will not be able to miss his Thunderous bass and incredible Vocals!
We look forward to seeing you all at the next gig!
www.richdickinsonsdf.co.uk
Friday
29 April 2005
Cat Corpse Records - Showcase
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
A DIY amalgamation of punk bands
FESTERIN NUN
Festerin Nun formed in 2001 and have since made three studio recordings. They have also completed a tour of the UK in 2004. They take influence from such bands such as The Clash, The Pixies, Nirvana and The Specials and have forged a unique blend of reggae, punk and ska. They have gigged relentlessly for over 3 years and have gained a reputation as an exciting live band. They have also supported such bands as Bad Manners/ Farse and 4ft Fingers. PERSONNEL: KONY-GUITAR/VOCALS, DAN-GUITAR/VOCALS, RIX-SAX/VOCALS, RHYS-BASS, ADDIS-DRUMS, PETE-ORGAN.
MOOK
Mook have been gigging and recording for the past 7 years. They have recorded 5 albums and have secured a loyal fan base in the South Wales area. Taking influence from bands such as Black Flag, Fugazi and Mudhoney they are known for their fast paced no nonsense punk songs and their tight, aggressive sound. Mook are in the middle of recording their latest EP and are looking to tour the UK this year. They too have supported signed acts such as Farse and 4ft Fingers. PERSONNEL: DEAN-GUITAR/VOCALS, DOZZA-GUITAR/VOCALS, DAI-BASS, JIGGY-DRUMS
HEADSHOT
Headshot got together in 2003, formed from the remnants of three other local bands. Since then they’ve recorded 3 albums the most recent ‘Losers EP’ released on the Cat Corpse label. Their music is a fuse of such influences as Pixies, Nirvana, The Clash, Therapy?, Green Day, Nofx ,Rancid and a respectful nod towards classic British punk resulting in a tight fast paced sound with hooks aplenty. Headshot have gigged constantly since forming and are currently working on their first full length album for Cat Corpse. PERSONNEL: NIC-GUITAR/VOCALS, GARETH-GUITAR/VOCALS, WAYNE-BASS, GARY-DRUMS, KALVIN-TRUMPET
CAPTAIN SMASH
The newest band on CC Records recording their first demo within weeks of joining the label. Another no nonsense punk band, they take influence from classic bands such as The Clash, Minor Threat, The Misfits and Black Flag. The band has quickly become a tight, impressive live band and has become well known on the local circuit. Captain Smash are also looking to book a UK tour this year and continue their recording schedule with Cat Corpse. PERSONNEL: GAZ-GUITAR/VOCALS, FOLEY-GUITAR/VOCALS, DARREN-BASS, TOMMY-DRUMS.
A DIY amalgamation of punk bands
Wednesday
27 April 2005
The Holloh > Sideways Glance > Casual Complex & Red Eye Flyers
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
The Holloh are making their mark; with blends of Garage Rock, Emo, Nu-Blues and Dirty punk.
As always, the band are passionate and eager to perform...
Sideways Glance : Are a 5 piece Indie band, with blues influenced Lead Guitar (Elison), Soul Bass work (Winst), Acoustic rhythm guitar (Wangy), ultra tight drumming (Wosky) and heartfelt songwriting and vocals (Paul), they pride themselves on great songs and great musicianship, and they tend to like to show the fun making music can really be. With 2 albums already under their belt and a new lineup change, SG have rocked into 2005 and are looking to rock a bit more. Make sure you're there to take part.
Since their formation in spring 2000, Sideways Glance have always surprised and delighted crowds with their original blend of guitar-based rock/pop. Compared to The Bluetones, REM, The Wedding Present and The White Stripes and with diverse personal influences ranging from Indie to Classical, the band’s sound is uniquely its own.
Songwriting duo Paul and Wangy constantly push creative boundaries and, combined with Elison’s unmistakable catchy riffs and inspired solos and Wosky's equally passionate drumming, the product is of rare quality. Hailing from Worcester, the band gig regularly in the Worcester/Birmingham area and consistently woo audiences with the depth, variety and downright enjoyability of their songs. The future clearly holds great things for Sideways Glance who, as the songs plainly show, approach music with the necessary combination of determination to achieve what they know they can and a genuine love of writing and playing songs. Consequently, their potential and ambition are limitless.'
Casual Complex are 5 peice Progressive Rock band from Cirencester. The band relies on a entertaing live show and their shameless musicality, producing quite a unique experience. Strongly infuenced by bands such as 'The Mars Volta', 'Led Zeppelin' and 'Tool', they try to capture an energy often lacked by many other bands these days... definatly one to watch!!!
Saturday
23 April 2005
Private Function - Main Bar still open
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Friday
22 April 2005
FUNK THAT.... Disco - Tech - Breaks
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FUNKTHAT... parties are here for two reasons : a good party and to provide the good people of Gloucestershire with something other than "commercial" trance and "banging" drum'n'bass.
FUNKTHAT... will also give people quality new party music whatever their genre. Everything from Hip Hop through House/Techno, to breakbeat in its varying forms will be provided by superlative DJs for a bargin price of £2 every other friday.
Residents
Matt Hudson - House/Breakz
Darren the Barber - House
Les Turner - House/Breakbeat
Tim - Tech/House
Callide - Drum 'n' Bass
Josh + Rob - House
Wednesday
20 April 2005
Broken Face + Elysium
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Broken Face + Elysium
Saturday
16 April 2005
Rage against the machine (a tribute) + Tensaw
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
The Best Rage against the machine tribute band you will ever see.
+ Tensaw
Thursday
14 April 2005
Neville Staple + Support
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Neville Staple + Support
This is a ticketed event please call the bar on 01452 503695 for details...
The lead singer from The Specials and one of the founder members of Fun Boy 3.
Best known for his work writing & composing, the lead singer from The Specials,and as one of the founding members of Fun Boy 3, Neville Staple is credited with changing the face of pop music not only once but twice.
Neville's biography and past projects read like a who's who of rock. He has worked with such legends as Elvis Costello (The Specials 1979 – Chrysalis Records), David Byrne (Fun Boy 3 Waiting 1983 – Chrysalis Records), and Ali Campbell (Today's Specials 1996 - Kuff Records/Virgin), to name only a few.
His talents are found on the unique tribute album, Searching For Jimi Hendrix (1999 - Capitol Records) a project that Neville is personally quite proud of. In addition to having recorded with some of rock's most famous, he has also shared the stage with such icons as Ranking Roger (The Beat) forming Special Beat. Although this line-up never actually recorded an album they successfully toured the U.S. with Sting and Steel Pulse, which ultimately lead up to their own headline tour.
Wednesday
13 April 2005
Gripshift + Support
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Gripshift + Support
Saturday
9 April 2005
Northern Soul Night
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Northern Soul Night
Friday
8 April 2005
The Sex Pistols Experience
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
"The Sex Pistols Experience are the finest tribute to the classic punk legends. A definate Must See for all punk fans" - Ents24
[£4 tickets][£5 on door][till 1am]
Wednesday
6 April 2005
Mirrorwave + Warpath
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Mirrorwave + Warpath
Mirrorwave are a rockin 5 piece, playing a progressive fusion of new and old inspirations. The band based in Tewkesbury, contains musicians with everything from classical to punk tastes, embracing heavy metal and gothic music inbetween. The currant line up (Mick-vocals Karl-lead guitar Lany-bass Emily-drums and Sam-rhythem guitar), was formed in the Autumn of 2004 and are now planning the recording of an EP in February. Currant songs contain striking riffs, forged together with an acute rhythem section and smooth vocals. Mirrorwave vary in genre, appeal and as of yet play more then just one style. Currantly unsigned they remain pure with the only way to hear them being upon the live stage.
http://www.freewebs.com/mirrowave
Monday
4 April 2005
Private Function
7:00:PM-11:00:PM
The Welsh Harp is Gloucester's Number one live music venue...
Not only can we provide the venue - we can provide the music, lighting, sound equipment, DJs, Bands, Artists, buffet, catering, but most of all - provide excellent service at an excellent price
Saturday
2 April 2005
London Calling (Clash Tribute) + Support
7:55:AM
London Calling (Clash Tribute) + Support
Thursday
31 March 2005
Chas & Dave
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Chas n Dave play the Welsh Harp, London Road on Thursday 31st March 2005 - Tickets £12 | On the Door £14.
Due to the massive success of ticket sales for Bad Manners on the 8th and The Beat on the 23rd December (both sell out shows) – it is recommended that you get your tickets now and don’t lose out. Tickets are available from the Welsh Harp. You can phone them on 01452 503695 or visit their website at www.thewelshharp.co.uk.
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CHAS 'N' DAVE
BIOGRAPHY
Over the years, Chas 'n' Dave have become synonymous with beer, boots, braces, parties, massive hit records and generally having a good time! But how did it all start?
Chas Hodges and Dave Peacock come from Edmonton and Ponders End respectively, and first met up in North London in the mid-sixties through a mutual friend. The circumstances were originally nothing to do with music………
Chas was renowned in his younger years for always missing the last bus home due to the seriousness of his courting activities to the girl he eventually married. A regular mate of Chas, called Brian Juniper, would frequently take pity on this solitary figure wandering through the streets in the early hours and offer the lad a lift home. There was usually another bloke sitting in the car and his name was Dave Peacock. When talk came 'round to music', Chas and Dave were instantly in agreement and a firm friendship was established.
At the time, Chas was playing with Mike Berry and the Outlaws. They had the honour of headlining over a very unknown band from Liverpool called The Beatles…
Although the two men were constantly meeting, it never occurred to them to play together as both of them preferred the guitar. What really spurred them on was that when they met over a jar, they would find themselves expressing dissatisfaction with the pop scene of the early seventies - the big superstar groups with phoney American accents playing pretentious music.
Chas and Dave wanted to go back to their Rock 'n' Roll roots, and sing in their own accents about subjects which they cared about.
Everyone told them that it would never work, but Chas and Dave started to play gigs in pubs like 'The Prince of Wales' in Gravesend, 'The Essex Arms' in the East End and 'The Cooks Ferry' at Edmonton. At these, their first public appearances, Chas played the guitar and Dave the bass. They built up a good London following and impressed session guitarist Big Jim Sullivan who owned Retreat Records with Derek Lawrence. He offered them the chance to record their own material.
The result was the album 'One Fing and Anuvver' which was released in 1975 and which so impressed the distributors EMI, that they signed them up immediately.
At this moment in Chas and Dave's history, an important figure re-entered their lives. To this day, few people can name him, yet he is vital to their sound. Who is this retiring man?
His name is Micky Burt - the drummer with Chas and Dave. Mick used to be the drummer in Cliff Bennett and the Rebel Rousers when Chas was with them. Mick had since left and gone back to his original profession as a plumber.
Chas phoned him up out of the blue one day, and asked him to drop tools and give it a go playing for them. Chas couldn't promise Mick it would work, but we all know that it could never have failed - and so did Mick.
Rockney had been born - the unique blend of cockney and rock which was so soon to capture the people's imagination and thrust Chas and Dave into the limelight.
What aided the process was a chance encounter with an advertising agency executive who just happened to be at a pub in Islington when Chas and Dave were playing 'Gertcha'. He thought the song was perfect for the new Courage Beer campaign, and really the rest is history. 'Gertcha' became a nation-wide catchphrase and Chas and Dave songs like 'Margate' and 'Rabbit' ensured that the campaign was one of the most consistent award-winning commercials on television.
From a struggling band who used to fear an unexpected ring at the door in case it was the bailiffs, who had to argue with record companies who told them that their music would never sell, who used to tour the UK and Europe in a Mini, Chas and Dave had achieved the status they deserved.
A string of hit singles in the Eighties, including their No 1 hit 'Ain't No Pleasing You', together with million selling party albums and TV series galore firmly established them as a unique act with a dedicated following of fans. Songs like 'Gertcha' and 'Rabbit' have become national sing-a-long party hits, and Chas and Dave have become part of our culture, London icons. Their fans have grown up with them and Chas and Dave tour theatres in England and around the world.
In the 1990s, they were discovered by a whole new generation of fans. In the Spring of 1995, they scored a No 3 album with 'Chas & Dave's Street Party'. They were regular guests on Brian Conley's, Garry Bushell's and Danny Baker's radio and television shows, and the BBC followed them around on tour and presented documentaries based on their lives on the road. They ended the Century with a string of fantastic guest TV spots ('Never Mind the Buzzcocks', 'Jools Holland', and loads more), sell-out London Palladium shows and with ever growing support from their world-wide fan base.
Into the Millennium, they continue to record new material, play to sell-out theatre audiences, and somehow still retain their cockney roots despite being in demand world-wide. During their recent tour in the USA, two albums were released and fantastically received by radio stations and punters alike. Again, Chas n Dave stormed sell-out gigs wherever they went ..a habit they don't seem to be able to break!
THERE IS NO PRETENCE ABOUT IT - CHAS & DAVE ARE SIMPLY UNIQUE
www.chasndaveofficial.co.uk
Wednesday
30 March 2005
Resonance
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Resonance
Monday
28 March 2005
Bank Holiday All Dayer
1:00:PM-10:00:PM
Bank Holiday All Dayer
Saturday
26 March 2005
Take the 5th - Clash Tribute + HAVANA-A-G0-G0
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Take The 5th
an appreciation of
The Clash
“Take the 5th” take their name from the title given by The Clash to their 1979 US tour.
What you get are 30 or so songs written by The Clash, performed with power, conviction and accuracy. There is no attempt to impersonate, what would be the point of that? The Clash did it right first time. Having said that their music deserves to be heard live. Any day, every town.
2 hours of some of the greatest songs ever written are set against a backdrop of original images and archive video of Joe and the boys
Take The 5th have been gigging for years, but first and foremost they are Clash fans. The blend of rock and reggae recaptures the unique mood of the most vibrant of times.
For more information www.takethe5th.co.uk
[£3 on door][till 1am]
HAVANA-A-G0-G0
Havana-A-Go-Go is quite simply the best Ramones tribute band in the world. Described by Kerrang! Radio as the closest thing to Joey, Johnny, Dee-Dee and Marky you are ever likely to hear. Just close your eyes and listen to The Ramones one more time.
Friday
25 March 2005
Bleeding Hearts + Suicide crypt + Lone Pine
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Bleeding Hearts are a traditional guitar band with a bucketful of anger, emotion, great big tunes and a lot to say. They combine big guitars with strong vocals shouted and sung with emotion with some lovely melodic and uplifting energetic fast folk violins all the way through. They have an originality all of their own which has helped them support name acts and get great tours all over Europe and America. An excellent festival band that combine an exciting full-on live show with moments of acoustic reflection and an important cultural message which also retains a big element of fun. www.bleedinghearts.co.uk Supported by Suicide Crypt
Thursday
24 March 2005
Firebox
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
FireBox are a Gloucestershire based band who are fairly newly formed by a group of musicians from other projects who just want to have a bit of fun! They are a four piece cover band playing stonking great rock and metal classics. They pull material from ACDC, Metallica, Motorhead, The Cult, Deep Purple to name but a few. Their sound is tight guitar licks, with the full essence of live rock n roll music. 'Let There Be Rock', and there will be!
Wednesday
23 March 2005
Munestomp > effervescent + Robolint
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Munestomp > effervescent + Support
MuneStomp - female fronted sub-ska funk fusion band
effervescent are a band from Nuneaton (midlands), bringing a passion for playing music and a lust for listening to music to make a powerful melodic punk band, with strong lyrics and memorable songs. www.effers.co.uk
Robolint
Saturday
19 March 2005
Edward Tudor Pole + Ska'd + Skatanic
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Edward Tudor Pole of Ten Pole Tudor/Crystal Maze/Sex Pistols + Ska'd + Skatanic
RADA trained Edward Tudor Pole briefly joined the Sex Pistols (Who killed Bambi? and 'The Great Rock n Roll Swindle') before fronting his own band 'TenPole Tudor', with whom he had hits with '3 Bells in a Row', 'Swords of 1000 Men', 'Wunderbar' and 'Throwing my baby out with the Bath Water'. Probably best known for his appearances in 'The Crystal Maze' and on Top of The Pops, Ed has appeared in numerous films and plays, including The Rocky Horror Show, The Great Rock and Roll Swindle with The Sex Pistols, White Hunter, Black Heart with Clint Eastwood and more recently as Mr. Borgin in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets and 'The Life and Death of Peter Sellers' in which he plays Spike Milligan.
His acoustic show has to be seen to be believed. Ageing punks and new fans attracted by his TV and film roles are treated to a mix of punk, country and pure rock'n'roll. Each of his catchy tunes pays tribute to a variety of stars. Standard punk anthems stand side by side with influences as diverse as Status Quo, Freddie Mercury, Tammy Wynette and Shakin' Stevens.
Some people were just born to be stars. There just seems to be something about them - the way they talk, the way they carry themselves, the way their battered lives intigue us. Ed is mad, but deinitely not sad.
SKA'D
An eight piece
Foottappintrilbywearinfastmovin lungexpandinbeatstompindub
likegroovinfoneblowinmindexcitin dancemakinriddimskankin...
high energy band, that re-create the sounds of two-tone one minute then can bring on the moody atmosphere of the original 60's Ska.
Skatanic are a Ska-Punk/Ska-Core quartet from just outside Exeter, Devon, who combine their influences of old school punk and ska (Sex Pistols/The Specials) aswell as more modern bands such as [Spunge], Whitmore and 4FT Fingers to create a Ska-Punky genre like no other, with harmonized heavy punk guitar riffs, and summery ska slow downs (and fast ones!) to get anyone up on their feet dancing! Check out www.Skatanic.co.uk
[£3 tickets][£4 on door][till 1am]
Friday
18 March 2005
Friday Night @ The Harp
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Friday Night @ The Harp
Thursday
17 March 2005
Miss Fusion - St Patricks Day Celebration
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Miss Fusion - St Patricks Day Celebration
Mixture of Funk and Soul - Always popular with the locals and visitor to the City.
An ideal way to celebrate your race week celebrations.
Late licence till 1am [FREE]
Wednesday
16 March 2005
The Holloh > Gatechien > Evan
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
The Holloh > Gatechien > Evan
www.theholloh.co.uk | www.gatechien.tk
Evan Federlein is a 19 year old singer/guitarist from the backwaters of Cirencester. He plays music mostly influenced by Radiohead, Jeff Buckley and Nirvana.
After playing the guitar for five years and starting to compose his own material trying it out on the public busking and at open mic nights he decided to branch out into the seedy world of pub gigs.
If you see him, buy him a drink. Preferably cider and black or grolsch.
His website is here
Friday
11 March 2005
BRS present Phat House Boogie
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
BRS [British Rhythm Services] DJs present a night of
Phat
House
Boogie
DJs:
Mr Mulatto - BRS, DIY
Ben Vacara - BRS, Phat Nuts
Playing: Future Boogie, Nu Jazz, Soulful House, Broken Beat, Funk & Grooves
[£3 on door][8 til 1am]
Wednesday
9 March 2005
Orgasmatron
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Orgasmatron are a classic metal band, influeneced mainly by the 80's, but they've brought it right up to date.
Their influences of Motorhead, Judas Priest, Iron Maiden and AC/DC are very strong in their songs, they also play a couple of classic covers which they make thier own and deliver with stlye.
The band are recording a demo at the end of March, but they do have some mp3's online for you to get a listen to them, just follow the link.
Orgasmatron
Saturday
5 March 2005
Northern Soul Night
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Northern Soul Night of dancing, spinning and boogie-ing with your DJs Tezz and Jamo - Late licence till 1am [£4 on the door]
Friday
4 March 2005
Fandangle + Support
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Fandangle + Support
http://www.fandangle.moonfruit.com
Thursday
3 March 2005
Featherstone
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
"Featherstones performance was real rock n roll, with a performance similar to The Darkness and songs reminiscent of that of ACDC - I just wanted to dance!" - The BBC
www.featherstoneband.co.uk
Wednesday
2 March 2005
This City Sleeps > When they Know you They will Run + Support
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
This City Sleeps > When they Know you They will Run + Support
www.thiscitysleeps.com
www.whentheyknowyoutheywillrun.co.uk
Monday
28 February 2005
Private Function
7:55:AM
The Welsh Harp is Gloucester's Number one live music venue...
Not only can we provide the venue - we can provide the music, lighting, sound equipment, DJs, Bands, Artists, buffet, catering, but most of all - provide excellent service at an excellent price
Saturday
26 February 2005
Drongos for Europe > Insane Society
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Drongos for Europe >1979 - Eternity
http://drongos-for-europe.tk
Insane Society
Friday
25 February 2005
Jacks Hammer + Anon
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Anon +
Jacks Hammer Even despite being formed just over a decade ago [ 1993 ], it has only been over the last 12 months that melodic guitar rock band Jack's Hammer have really started applying themselves to their music. No longer treating Hammer as a pseudo 'side project', the quartet began recording and rehearsing in earnest, recently releasing their second self-financed demo CD "Three By Two" to help pave the way toward future gig bookings in 2005.
Wednesday
23 February 2005
Drie > If Only > Evan > Effervescent
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Drie > > If Only > Evan > Effervescent
Drie have started off as a band trying to play punk but found they werent... so, with a few tweaks and changes... they have made what they like to call they re own style. These boys are still frim the churchdown area, and are in the process of making and E.p called "pussy"
www.driepunk.tk
Evan Federlein is a 19 year old singer/guitarist from the backwaters of Cirencester. He plays music mostly influenced by Radiohead, Jeff Buckley and Nirvana.
After playing the guitar for five years and starting to compose his own material trying it out on the public busking and at open mic nights he decided to branch out into the seedy world of pub gigs.
If you see him, buy him a drink. Preferably cider and black or grolsch.
His website is www.onlinerock.com/musicians/evan215
Saturday
19 February 2005
FresH Drum n Bass
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FresH Drum n Bass
Friday
18 February 2005
Nephrack > Orgasmatron > Suicide Crypt > Twisted Wings
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Nephwrack described by garageband.com as "choice decendants of the Motorhead bloodline" and this very much sums us up, although there are also elements of System of a Down, Machine Head and Iron Maiden in their music.
There are a few sampler tracks available on www.nephwrack.co.uk
Thursday
17 February 2005
Wincanton Tsunami Appeal Gig with Before the Storm
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
With Before the Storm
Hailing from the fair city of Worcester “Before the Storm” are a high energy Rock & Roll five piece with influences ranging from G’NR, AC/DC, Queen and Jovi!
The set includes numerous “knee-sliders” and “throat-burners”, a large emphasis is placed on crowd participation, the only aim is to send the crowd home happy and knackered!
Rock & Roll in it’s purist form!
www.beforethestorm.co.uk
Wednesday
16 February 2005
Munestomp > Transit Cop > Mirrorwave
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Munestomp > Transit Cop > Mirrorwave
Mirrorwave are a rockin 5 piece, playing a progressive fusion of new and old inspirations. The band based in Tewkesbury, contains musicians with everything from classical to punk tastes, embracing heavy metal and gothic music inbetween. The currant line up (Mick-vocals Karl-lead guitar Lany-bass Emily-drums and Sam-rhythem guitar), was formed in the Autumn of 2004 and are now planning the recording of an EP in February. Currant songs contain striking riffs, forged together with an acute rhythem section and smooth vocals. Mirrorwave vary in genre, appeal and as of yet play more then just one style. Currantly unsigned they remain pure with the only way to hear them being upon the live stage.
Saturday
12 February 2005
GBH > Picture Frame Seduction > Hardcore > III on speed
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
12 Feb 2004 GBH > Picture Frame Seduction > III on Speed + Hardcore
GBH
The influential, long-lived punk metal band G.B.H. rose to prominance in England during the early '80s when hardcore punk began inching toward heavy metal. Originally formed in 1979 in Birmingham , England , G.B.H. initially called itself Charged G.B.H. to differentiate itself from another band called G.B.H. The leather-clad, hair-spiked foursome began recording for the Clay label in the early '80s, releasing some singles before unleashing its influential debut album, City Baby Attacked By Rats, in 1982. City Baby's Revenge followed two years later in 1984, by which time the band had become one of the leading punk metal bands of the era. G.B.H. continued recording and releasing albums throughout the '80s, though its influence progressively waned as a new wave of bands such as Slayer emerged and pushed punk metal toward what became known as speed metal and, in turn, thrash. Despite its waning influence, G.B.H. soldiered on, recording new albums throughout the '90s and into the next millenium. By this point the band was often cited by both metal and punk bands as a huge influence, and a renewed interest in G.B.H.'s early recordings resulted. http://www.njhindl.demon.co.uk/gbh
Picture Frame Seduction
UK82 Hardcore Punk rockers check out www.pictureframeseduction.com for more information / full history plus download from new album “Sex War”.
PEOPLE CAN DOWNLOAD AND PRINT OFF THERE OWN GBH FLYER HERE http://www.fatpunk.com/flyers/GBH.jpg [£6.50 tickets][£8 on door][till 1am]
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Friday
11 February 2005
Soul Night
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Classic and Modern Soul
Motown, Northern, Funk
Wednesday
9 February 2005
The Holloh > Resonance + Support
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
The Holloh > Resonance + Support
Sunday
6 February 2005
Dinner Time Charity Bash - in aid of Glos ICU
11:00:AM-6:00:PM
Dinner Time Charity Bash - in aid of Glos ICU - with Ska'd + The Holloh
Saturday
5 February 2005
RuinFest
2:00:PM-1:00:AM
RuinFest
with
aburningruin
if only
irritant
fall away hearts
keiko
drie
mune stomp
double vision
maybe carmen and maybe blackened...
[£3 on door][till 1am]
Friday
4 February 2005
Take the 5th (Clash Tribute) + Insane Society + Stunted Giants
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Take The 5th
an appreciation of
The Clash
“Take the 5th” take their name from the title given by The Clash to their 1979 US tour.
What you get are 30 or so songs written by The Clash, performed with power, conviction and accuracy. There is no attempt to impersonate, what would be the point of that? The Clash did it right first time. Having said that their music deserves to be heard live. Any day, every town.
2 hours of some of the greatest songs ever written are set against a backdrop of original images and archive video of Joe and the boys
Take The 5th have been gigging for years, but first and foremost they are Clash fans. The blend of rock and reggae recaptures the unique mood of the most vibrant of times.
Fresh from the stunning 3rd annual Joe Strummer tribute event in Brighton and paying homage to The Clash with a full set at the legendary hope & anchor, Friday 4th February at the Welsh Harp will be a show to remember.
For more information www.takethe5th.co.uk
[£3 on door][till 1am]
Wednesday
2 February 2005
Solarium > III on Speed + Socken
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Solarium - With their hard-hitting heavy riffs, melodic solo's and deep, emotional vocals, Solarium are one of the newest bands to hit the music scene. Hailing from Badgeworth in Gloucester, the 4 piece Band (currently without a bassist) are out to stun with their own style of rock music.
Sounds Like :- Cold, 12 Stones, Fuel
> III on Speed + Support
Thursday
27 January 2005
Legend 6 + Anon
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Dynamic Gloucester Duo - singing all your favs from the 60s, 70's, 80's till now
Wednesday
26 January 2005
Drie > Koda > aburningruin
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Drie have started off as a band trying to play punk but found they werent... so, with a few tweaks and changes... they have made what they like to call they re own style. These boys are still frim the churchdown area, and are in the process of making and E.p called "pussy"
www.driepunk.tk
Koda are four individuals from Plymouth combining their skills to create something more than the sum of their parts, with a desire and passion to play new sounds, new ways of thinking and punk rock music. www.kodaonline.co.uk
Saturday
22 January 2005
The More I See > Resonance > Drie
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
The More I See > Resonance > Drie
KERRANG! Magazine (October 2003)
Impressive non-corporate rock with brains and balls.
When UK bands tire of of the endless succesion of lightweight pseudo-punk bands spewed out by the US, they inevitably turn to heavier, more substantial things. Things like this in fact.
The More I See have built themselves a sizeable following in Europe and the 5 tracks on this mini-CD explain why. With one foot in anthemic popcore and the other in Anthrax-style, melodic metal, this is a refreshing and adventurous antidote to corporate banality and meaningless., radio-friendly non-rock. Three of these songs were recorded by Andy Sneap - not a man to waste his time with also-rans - and, as a result, they sound far classier than the lowly, self-financed nature of this venture would suggest.
Dom Lawson, Kerrang Magazine
www.themoreisee.com
Friday
21 January 2005
If Only > AmoraPloy > Aisha + Support
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
If Only > AmoraPloy > Aisha + Support
AmoraPloy formally[Alcoholicspider], are a 4 piece (3 vocals, 2 guitars, keys, bass, samples and drums) from Bristol, who have been together for 3 years and have played all the major venues around Bristol and Bath. Their 7 track EP features huge sweeping soundscapes contrasted with spasmodic bursts of energy, finished with climatic endings which rocksound magazine described as having an “abundance of potential”. This really comes to life when the band performs their set live along with numerous erratic dance-like gestures.
AmoraPloy are currently working on new material for their 2nd EP.
Thursday
20 January 2005
MissFusion
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
MissFusion
Late licence till 1am [FREE]
Wednesday
19 January 2005
Twisted Wings > Ballroom Disaster > Madame Butterfly + Carmen
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Twisted Wings > Ballroom Disaster + Carmen
www.twistedwings.tk
Ballroom Disaster from Wiltshire are a Rock n Roll band playing such greats as ‘Knocking on Heavens Door’ and ‘Hey Hey My My’, with songs from Green Day, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Oasis, as well as original material. Hard rock power, over the fusion of creative and unique rhythms, killer riffs and bass grooves, moving and powerful lyrics. Sonic beauty is the order of the day - creative, dynamic, and melodic rock n roll.
Madame Butterfly were formed towards the end of November last year (though we’d known each other several years) for a charity CD in aid of Ugandan schoolgirls. We wrote a song in a night, performed it the next day and bang, we had our first song. Since then, we’ve been collaborating to write new material, and to practice covers (our biggest influence being Queen and, to some extent, the genre of power metal, though we now describe ourselves as ‘camp, classical rock’). We’re all musicians in our own right, and have among us a Grade 8 pianist, an amateur film score composer, a stunningly technical guitarist and… me. I’ve sung with several drama groups (including, at one brief, regrettable point, the Young GODS) and am currently getting vocal coaching from Jayl, one of Gloucester’s most-respected musicians.
Saturday
15 January 2005
FresH Drum n Bass
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FresH Drum n Bass
Thursday
13 January 2005
Featherstone + Support
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
"Featherstones performance was real rock n roll, with a performance similar to The Darkness and songs reminiscent of that of ACDC - I just wanted to dance!" - The BBC
www.featherstoneband.co.uk
Saturday
8 January 2005
NorthernSoulNite
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
Northern Soul Night of dancing, spinning and boogie-ing with your DJs Tezz and Jamo - Late licence till 1am [£4 on the door]
Friday
7 January 2005
Decora > Cobalt Blue > Electric Squirrel > Collision Course
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Decora > Cobalt Blue > Collision Course
"Picked out by the BBC as one of the best bands in Wiltshire decora deal in well-crafted, emotive songs backed up by an incendiary live presence and edgy, accessible visuals. Now, they’re coming for YOU." www.decoraonline.co.uk
Cobalt Blue are a 5 piece rock band from the gloucestershire area. The songs are a mix of metal and punk, with some other elements thrown in for good measure. Influenced by bands such as Guns N Roses, Motley Crue, Ramones as a whole and each member bringing a different style to the mix. Cobalt Blue are currently looking for as many gigs as possible, and hopefully will be recording an EP in the near future. www.cobaltblue.tk
“Electric Squirrel are a rock band where anything goes. With a combination of catchy riffs, hot solos, and crazy lyrics. Electric Squirrel are a breath of fresh air in the sometimes stale music scene today.” Anon adoring fan
Saturday
1 January 2005
New Years Day
7:55:AM
Friday
31 December 2004
Amazing New Year Party
7:00:PM-4:00:AM
Amazing New Year Party - With Ska'd > Mune Stomp > The Holloh > The Arcane > aburningruin > III on Speed > Socken > Still Bust + More
Wednesday
29 December 2004
Munky Nut + Support
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Munky Nut Formed from the left overs of the late 90's Hardcore Metal band Cyanide, Munky Nut are a Nu-Punk band with a refreshingly original sound. Energetic, punky riffs delivered through metal guitars are backed up with a range of beats from old school thrash to modern power grooves. Bored of the same, formulaic "we made a punk band" bollocks? Then come see Munky Nut. "this band is certainly on its way to doing well" bbc website "my favourite band of all time" Elvis Munky Nut review: BBC Blast Review
Tuesday
28 December 2004
The Holloh > Still Bust > Socken
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
The Holloh > Still Bust > Socken Christmas Special [FREE]
Monday
27 December 2004
Bank Holiday All Dayer
4:00:PM-10:00:PM
Bank Holiday All Dayer
Bands include aburningruin > If Only & Karma
Sunday
26 December 2004
Boxing Day
7:55:AM
Boxing Day
Saturday
25 December 2004
Christmas Day
7:55:AM
The Welsh Harp wishes all past, present and future patrons, bands, artists and musicians a very merry Christmas.
Friday
24 December 2004
Christmas Eve at the Welsh Harp
7:00:PM-1:00:AM
Christmas Eve at the Welsh Harp
A night of fun, music, song and more fun.
Thursday
23 December 2004
The Beat + Ska'd > Munestomp > aburningruin
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
The Beat -
After the split of 80's ska band The Beat, Everett, Saxa and Ranking Roger worked on many other projects.
Ranking Roger and Saxa along with original Beat singer Dave Wakeling formed General public with former Dexy's Midnight Runners keyboardist Micky Billingham. General Public split in 1986 and 1988 saw the release of the solo album Radical Departure by Ranking Roger. He then went on to form another ska outfit, Special Beat. In 1988 Everett and Saxa became part of the International Beat along with Neil Deathridge and regular guest appearances by Ranking Roger and Micky Billingham.
The International Beat enjoyed success both in the UK and in the USA. After the split of the International Beat in 1992, Neil met songwriter Tony O'Donnell and they performed together at many venues throughout the UK.
Finally in 2001, Ranking Roger, Everett, Saxa and Neil got together again along with Tony O'Donnell and Andy Pearson who had previously worked with Roger.
After The Beat reunion gig at London's Royal Festival Hall the band were joined by Dave "Blockhead" Wright on keyboards.
Everett Morton (drums) Ranking Roger (vocals) Saxa (saxaphone) Blockhead (keyboards) Neil Deathridge (guitar) Tony O'Donnell (vocals) and Andy Pearson (bass).
Performing a mix of their own compositions and original Beat songs The Beat are currently enjoying success at their live gigs in the UK. www.twistandcrawl.com
Supported by Ska'd > Mune Stomp and aburningruin [£10 tickets - £12 on door]
Wednesday
22 December 2004
Drie > Transit Cop > Anon > Raindogs
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
Drie have started off as a band trying to play punk but found they werent... so, with a few tweaks and changes... they have made what they like to call they re own style. These boys are still frim the churchdown area, and are in the process of making an EP called "pussy" www.driepunk.tk
Raindogs are a Worcester-based five piece guitar-led rock band, and write their own material. The band formed about a year ago, and after a musical rollercoaster they’ve a settled line up for the last few months. Raindogs play energetic, melodic, trashy rock, influenced by recent and retro punk and rock bands like Stooges, Green Day, Feeder, MC5, Vines. They've recorded a three track demo at The Old Smithy Studios in Worcester, have played locally, and are now looking to gig more widely. www.raindogs.org
+ Transit Cop + Anon [£3 on door]
Tuesday
21 December 2004
African Drum Workshop & Reggae Night
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
African Drum Workshop & Reggae Night
DRUM CALL...
Create Gloucester's 1st drum circle with Ropert a Rastafarian and African drummer/percussionist who has played with drum and dance groups Edzoleh and Ukuzula for a number of years during the 80's & 90's.
Ropert then formed reggae band The Bredrins, African group Abaa Ekome Feemo and lately Explosive Nzakomba. A veteran of countless workshops in schools, festivals, fairs etc throughout the uk.
Ropert who was born in Gloucester is also an accomplished artist, storyteller and a youth and community worker.
The power of the drum promotes unity, well being and upliftment so bring a drum if you have one or one will be provided beginners are very much welcome!
Monday
20 December 2004
Private Function
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
The Welsh Harp is Gloucester's Number one live music venue...
Not only can we provide the venue - we can provide the music, lighting, sound equipment, DJs, Bands, Artists, buffet, catering, but most of all - provide excellent service at an excellent price
Saturday
18 December 2004
Blush + Support
9:00:PM-1:00:AM
Blush
Blush from Herefordshire, are a well established modern rock/indie covers band playing songs by artists such as the Stereophonics, Muse, Coldplay, Keane and many more! A combination of excellent musicianship and jaw-dropping vocals provides Blush with their tight, accurate sound, leaving everyone suitably impressed. Blush aim to play songs which you don't hear from every band, week in, week out - but still keep them familiar and varied. Whether it's modern rock, relaxed indie or 90s Britpop you're into, Blush play something for everyone!
www.blushband.co.uk[£3 on Door][till 1am]
Friday
17 December 2004
FresH Drum n Bass
8:00:PM-1:00:AM
FresH Drum n Bass
Thursday
16 December 2004
Private Function
8:00:PM-11:00:PM
The Welsh Harp is Gloucester's Number one live music venue...
Not only can we provide the venue - we can provide the music, lighting, sound equipment, DJs, Bands, Artists, buffet, catering, but most of all - provide excellent service at an excellent price
Wednesday
15 December 2004
A Jumpstart > Showcase of Red > Fallen Glory
9:00:PM-11:00:PM
A Jumpstart, from Lyon France, is a reunion of musicians looking forward to reach something fresh getting the strong points of each musical universe like the deepest pop melodies, harshest hard rock power, over boosted bass-driven rhythms, hybrid-est synth and sequences, passioned lyrics… A drive to play something at the same time creative, dynamic, panoramic and melodic. Website
> Supported by Showcase of Red + Fallen Glory
