Salisbury Gig Guide - Wiltshire, UK.
Welcome to the Salisbury Gig Guide - A central listing of live music around Salisbury.
If you regularly visit a pub, club or other live music venue in Salisbury that is not listed, or if you work there, or if your band is playing there anytime soon, please let us know via the Contact Form. It costs nothing to get listed.
Our Bands & Artists page has links to the artists and bands frequently seen performing around Salisbury.
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Updated Monday 23 January 2012 - ISOBEL THATCHER will be playing at Conrans Bar on Friday 10 February from 9pm! Isobel is a singer songwriter from Salisbury who has recently moved to London after accepting her offer from the brilliant TECH MUSIC SCHOOLS. Her sets are filled with original material, and carefully chosen covers, to give a balanced mix. She has a love for blues & soul, but also Indie & Pop. Visit Isobel on MySpace at www.myspace.com/isobelthatchermusic, ReverbNation at www.reverbnation.com/isobelthatcher or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Isobel-Thatcher-Music/129851533737754.
Updated Friday 20 January 2012 - THE MUSIC BOX opening night will be on Friday 3 February - The new venue at 48 Catherine Street (ex-Goldfingers nightclub) is officially unwrapped & opened by none other than the mightiest sound system on the planet: DREADZONE featuring the awe-inspiring talents of Greg Dread & MC Spee & ably supported by DJ's Steve EZ (UK Players) & resident DJ Dan Hayes (Subgiant). Doors open at 10pm & admission is only £5. This party will be the first of the 'SUB-BOX' events and sets the standard for the underground music theme for Friday nights which continue with 'BANCO DE GAIA' (live) on the 10th, 'HEATHWARD' (live) on 17th & 'EAT STATIC' (dj set) on 24th. Thursdays are: ROCK-BOX from 8pm (live rock music every week) starting on 9th February with I'm Designer, Middlenamekill & Belky. Saturdays are: BEAT-BOX from 10pm starting 4th February & featuring THE GHETTO BLASTERS. Sundays (alternate) are: BOX-JAM (10 acoustic artists/bands from 3pm). Sign up for MUSIC BOX MEMBERSHIP on the opening night to receive discounted entry & advance information for selected events: www.facebook.com/themusicboxsalisbury. Official website coming soon. Join them on Twitter @InTheMusicBox.
Updated Wednesday 18 January 2012 - Don't forget it's OPEN MIC NIGHT at the Old Alehouse every Thursday! GRAY SMITH will be there this week, as well as ANTIGUA JOE, our favourite reggae-singing-rasta, plus many more!
Visit the Ale House Open Mic on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/186357924744735.
Take a look at Pete Dobson's photo stream on Flickr for pictures of the last week's open mic night: www.flickr.com/photos/pete_dobson.
Visit Gray Smith on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Gray-Smith/103818703414
Updated Wednesday 18 January 2012 - Put this date in your diary now - there will be a SKA EXTRAVAGANZA at the Wig and Quill in Salisbury from 9pm on Saturday 3 March **** NOTE DATE CHANGE ****, featuring live music from THE INTERCEPTEURS, plus music from a Ska DJ. The Intercepteurs are described as "actually quite good Ska posters". They are a Salisbury-based, 6-piece band, playing third-wave Ska influenced by 60's beat, Trojan and Calypso, merged with modern pop. Their faster, syncopated island sound produces a steady beat, driven by high energy rhythms to get your feet tapping. Visit their website at www.myspace.com/theintercepteurs or their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/The-Intercepteurs/96962669511.
Updated Tuesday 17 January 2012 - Antoine Architeuthis will be performing at the Winchester Gate on Saturday 21st January - All the way from Sussex, mixing together elements of folk/acoustic with a touch of classic rock and the occasional spiritual influence, Antoine will be promoting the release of his new single - Seventeen. Listen here - http://antoinearchiteuthis.bandcamp.com/track/seventeen
Updated Friday 06 January 2012 - MISS INTERPRETED will be playing at the Winchester Gate on Saturday 14 January - transgendered 'Yui' performs her songs about change, identity, society and life with her band behind her - upbeat eclectic indie rock and reggae. Visit MISS INTERPRETED on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Miss-Interpreted/114411425321251.
Updated Thursday 05 January 2012 - Sarum Live Open Mic Night - Thursday 12 January 2012, 7.30pm. Duck Inn Laverstock - Every second Thursday of the month from 8pm to 11.15pm at The Duck Inn, Laverstock, Salisbury, SP1 1PU. Names down from 7.30pm, so be early to avoid disappointment. If you play guitar, bass, drums, sing, come and be a part of a great evening whatever your style or ability. www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/SarumLive
Updated Tuesday 03 January 2012 - Saturday 7 January 2012: Acoustic Showcase @ The Boathouse: ADAM TAYLOR + DARRELL J + HENRY PRAULINS - 8.30pm - Live acoustic music featuring: Adam Taylor + Darrell J + Henry Praulins. Good selection of real ales and fine dining wines in the newly opened Boathouse. Come on down and enjoy some original music and some classic covers!
Updated Tuesday 03 January 2012 - An update from St Pauls Lifestyle:
WHO WE'VE TIPPED FOR THE TOP - St Pauls Lifestyle is a musical cult brand with the "influential and exciting" OVERGROUND SOUND on its site at www.stpaulslifestyle.com.
OVERGROUND SOUND supports striving musicians. All income is used for supporting more musicians. We are passionate about music, free and independent.
We have for the first time ever revealed our private WATCH LIST of musicians "tipped for the top". WATCH LIST HERE. We have done this to give public support to those 12 great bands/musicians on that list.
No less that THREE of the 12 bands on our list are local bands - Bury Tomorrow, The Lost Souls Club and Will and The People.
"It is a testament to the local music scene that of these 12 international bands that we have tipped for the top, no less that 3 are from our local area... to achieve WATCH LIST status, all bands have to demonstrate artistic integrity, application, determination and originality. Bury Tomorrow, The Lost Souls Club and Will and The People can all do this in bucketfuls ... at OVERGROUND SOUND we are very excited to see what the future holds for these great bands.. " said Rose Paul, founder of St Pauls Lifestyle inc OVERGROUND SOUND and judge for the UK's Open Mic Live and Unsigned contest.
The other 9 bands on St Pauls Lifestyle's OVERGROUND SOUND WATCH LIST are:
Pulled Apart by Horses; Blitz Kids; Femi Temowo; hundreds; The Glass Child; Turbowolf; Coliseum; Wakey!Wakey!; belladonna
Our WATCH LIST and criteria was revealed last night by way of livestream film and that film, the criteria and the selected musicians are all featured on our site today:
Rose Paul is available for comment, interview and meeting on 07545 624362
Please send any general queries/image requests to Anne/Dominika at info@stpaulslifestyle.com and we will happily provide you with all you need.
2012 WATCH LIST: www.stpaulslifestyle.com/blog/?bid=230.
Updated Monday 02 January 2012 - International Saxophonist Derek Nash and featured Alto Player with Jools Holland will be running a saxophone Masterclass at the Woodside, Sandy Balls, Godshill Fordingbridge on the 3rd March. All saxophonists welcome. The Masterclass cost will be £42 and includes lunch and a ticket to the evening concert. In the evening Derek will be playing a variety of soul funk and Jazz backed by the superb Robin Woodward trio. Tickets for the concert are £10. For further information, booking and tickets contact Richard Woodling on 07917468953 or email masterclass@mosaic-jazz.com. Visit www.mosaic-jazz.com.
Updated Monday 02 January 2012 - Bass Player Needed!
Hampshire based function band 'FUNKLINE' are looking for a professionally minded and skilled bassist to fill a permanent position as from January 2012. Confirmed bookings already in place.
The person, male or female, must be prepared to commit fully to the band and to play up to 45 shows per annum all around the south of the UK.
Work includes, Parties, Holiday Parks, Theatres, Clubs, Weddings, Corporate Events and specialised music venues.
Funkline function as a 5 piece funk/soul/dance covers band who play nothing but the very best dance floor fillers of the last 4 decades.
Over the last 3 and a half years the band has been busy building a good reputation for providing high energy, entertaining shows at the most professional standard, wherever we perform.
They MUST have their own transport, good quality and reliable equipment, preferably proficient in the SLAP style and a team player.
Serious hard working band, but fun and laid back with lots of laughs too! More info at: www.funklineuk.moonfruit.co.uk. Interested? Please email: mail@funkline.co.uk
Updated Wednesday 28 December 2011 - Thanks to Paul Bevan for getting in touch with us. Paul is a photographer that specialises in live music and he is available for bands to commission to take photos of them during their live shows. Here's how to get in touch with Paul:
E-mail: paulbevan@me.com
Telephone: 07792 422296
Flickr: www.flickr.com/photos/pabevan
Updated Sunday 11 December 2011 - Thanks to Peter from THE CLARKSONS for getting in touch. They will be playing at the Anchor & Hope next Saturday, 17 December from 8.30pm-ish. Listing their interests as 'loafing about, grumbling, moaning, conspiracy theories, beer and internet porn', THE CLARKSONS reckon they are 'probably the laziest band in Salisbury'. Their influences include Hendrix, Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, ZZ Top and many others, and will play 'anything that has a tune and can be played without fiddling with backing tracks and all that shit'. It is guaranteed that everything will be played in a 'proper-rock stylee'. Visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/The-Clarksons/266792400038662.
Updated Tuesday 06 December 2011 - Thanks to Ashlee for contacting us with details of this weekend's music at the Winchester Gate's Beer Festival. Live music on Friday will be from ALABASTER QUEEN, supported by Darrell J Ford playing a solo set. On Saturday will be HENRY PRAULINS, SONNY COLLINSON, DAN CRAGGS and BADRAT, and Sunday afternoon is BLUE ZAFIRA, WAKE 'N' BAKE and ANTIGUA JOE.
Facebook events:
Friday: www.facebook.com/events/333138743369114
Saturday: www.facebook.com/events/119501861498108
Updated Wednesday 30 November 2011 - ST PAULS LIFESTYLE is a musical cult brand with OVERGROUND SOUND on its site at www.stpaulslifestyle.com. Watch this YouTube compilation film, showing what they do to support striving musicians, and how they do it. The film features: Tom Morella, Carl Restivo, Frank Turner, Goldie, Courtney Pine, We Are The Ocean, Pulled Apart By Horses, Bury Tomorrow, Soweto Kinch, Annie Mac and LOADS more www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFBw734bsnE.
Updated Wednesday 30 November 2011 - The KINGS OF LOUNGE are playing at the Huntsman Tavern this coming Friday, 2 December. 8pm. The Kings of Lounge are an instrumental acoustic quartet playing a mix of various laid back tunes from around the world - featuring Nick Marchant on steel string acoustic, Ian Holford on drums and percussion, Pete Maxfield on double-bass and Nick Cowen on nylon string guitar. Visit their website at www.kingsoflounge.com.
Updated Monday 28 November 2011 - Organised by The Unit, CHRISTMAS LIVE will include bands LCF, Brad, Tides, Kate Elizabeth, Jenny The Alibi, Average At Best, Things Behind The Sun, Caught in the Crossfire plus a live breakdancing display. 7.30-10.30pm, THE CHAPEL VISION ROOM (access via Brown Street, next to the Alzheimers Society), FREE ENTRY. For more details, visit www.unitspace.org.uk.
Updated Monday 14 November 2011 - STICKY TOFFEE JAZZ - Sandy Ince is a "new and exciting talent" to the Wiltshire music scene. With her sophisticated Jazz and Swing repertoire, both modern and traditional, her style has been described as "Sticky Toffee Jazz" and so the name came about. Performing the powerful and timeless classics "I Put A Spell On You" and "At Last" to the more modern brilliance of Paolo Nutini's "Candy". There's something for everyone! Visit www.stickytoffeejazz.co.uk. Sandy's next performance will be at the Pheasant on Thursday 24 November from 9pm - visit the Facebook event for more info: www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=201127653289857.
Updated Monday 31 October 2011 - Thanks to Geoff from the Blues/Rock outfit RHYTHM ROOM for contacting us. They play a mix of arranged covers and original material. Fronted by female vocalist Sami, Rhythm Room are a 5-piece band from Nailsea near Bristol, comprising experienced musicians on drums, keys, guitar and bass, and providing backing vocals to Sami. They are available for booking and are heading into the studio in December 2011 to record their first album. You can find them at www.rhythm-room.co.uk where there are a couple of videos of them in the studio.
Updated Sunday 23 October 2011 - Thanks to Colin Holton for contacting us about the SARUM STROLL, an annual Rose Gale Trust fundraising event where 12 Salisbury City Centre venues will host live music on Saturday 29 October. The following venues will have live music:
ALE HOUSE
ANCHOR & HOPE
AVON BREWERY
CHOUGH
CLOISTERS
FIVE BELLS
OX ROW INN
PHEASANT
ROYAL GEORGE
SALISBURY ARMS
VESTRY
An eclectic mix of musical styles, bands and artists all performing in aid of RGT. Entry is free with collections being taken at all venues. The main event starts at 8.30pm with an unplugged, open mic session running from 3-6pm at the Cloisters in Catherine Street.
Updated Friday 21 October 2011 - Thanks to Dave from FAST COMPANY for contacting us. As well as their appearance at the Bear Inn's beer festival in Wilton on Friday 26 August, they will also be playing at the Duck Inn in Laverstock on Saturday 29 October. FAST COMPANY are a Salisbury based 5 piece band led by the dynamic vocal talent of Tracy A, and boast some fine harmony backing in their set of modern uptempo covers with a sprinkling of popular standards from the early days of good ol' rock 'n' roll to modern day pop with literally everything in beween - Guaranteed good fun! Visit their website at www.fastcompanyband.com. Gig details are at www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/FastCompany.
Updated Thursday 13 October 2011 - The Death of Numpty Wizard - Our final gig with FROM RUIN. After an awesome year of creating music together and gigging, NUMPTY WIZARD are calling it a day. We will be playing our final gig in NW form with the mighty FROM RUIN at the Winchester Gate this Halloween weekend, Friday 28 October from 8.30pm. Please tell everyone you know, and spread the word to come down and send us off in style! The night kicks off at 8.30 and it's completely FREE ENTRY, so there's no excuse to not be there and party with us!!! MASSIVE thanks to everyone who has supported us, bought our cds, followed us to gigs and generally been all round kick ass, you guys are the best and we will never forget the great things we have achieved with your help! www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=292531907424532
Updated Wednesday 12 October 2011 - Formed in 2011 to fill the gap between X-Factor cover bands, folk and rock-based bands that dominate the local music scene, PULP FRICTION are a collective of musicians, DJs and 'music freaks' from Salisbury and Wiltshire who enjoy the funk, soul and jazz side of life. There will be regular gigs, get togethers and social events for those who enjoy the funkier side of life, with no artificial ingredients, just plain old classic beats played how they were meant to be heard! Their launch will be on 28 October 2011 launch at The Chough. Join and support them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Pulp-Friction-Salisbury-UK/226253040756913.
Updated Tuesday 11 October 2011 - Thursday 13th CONRANS BAR - MOJO PUBLIC 9.00 pm free First outing for this outfit made up of Laura Bell (bass) and Malcolm Wilkinson (guitar + vocals), playing a mixture of stuff,mainly blues and blues influenced music. Some old, some bright shiny and new.
Updated Tuesday 11 October 2011 - The Unit Records presents: Tides, Jenny The Alibi, I'm Designer, Average At Best and more TBA - at the British Legion on 23 October. This first fully blown electric gig is NOT TO BE MISSED. The Legion is at 9-11 Endless Street, just along the road from The Unit and directly opposite the bus station. Some of the best young bands around take to the stage for a half term paaarttaaayy! £2 entry, bring ID for the bar. IT'S GOING TO BE AMAZING (so come one and all). www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=165748570179371
Updated Sunday 02 October 2011 - Thanks to Derek Hasted for contacting us about a live performance by the Hampshire Guitar Orchestra (HAGO) on Saturday 15 October at Salisbury Methodist Church in St Edmund's Church Street from 7.30pm. The HAMPSHIRE GUITAR ORCHESTRA is one of the UK's most innovative guitar ensembles, and they will be playing to raise money for The Listening Place Counselling Service. HAGO play 4 sizes of classical guitar, and their family-friendly programme mixes Baroque and Rock and all styles in between. Something for all musical tastes. Tickets £7.50 on the door. Visit HAGO's website at www.hago.org.uk.
Updated Monday 19 September 2011 - Thanks to Paul Barry for contacting us with news of a gig this weekend: RECLUSE, 5 piece Classic Rock band from Southampton, will be playing at The Chough on Friday 23rd September www.recluserock.com
Updated Monday 19 September 2011 - Thanks to Ross from Salisbury-based band NOT DEAD YET for contacting us with news of forthcoming gigs: 1 October at the Royal George in Bedwin Street at 26 November at The Cloisters. Not Dead Yet have been playing a unique and tuneful blend of 60s/70s/80s blues and classic rock to audiences around the south of England for several years. The band plays covers from a range of artists including Robert Johnson, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, Cream/Clapton, Free, Wishbone Ash, Bad Company, Pink Floyd, the Stones and many more. Visit their website at www.wix.com/notdeadyet/NDY.
Updated Saturday 10 September 2011 - Thanks to Steve from DROP THE FISH for contacting us with news of a gig: DROP THE FISH will be playing on Friday 16 September, 9pm, at the Winterslow Village Hall in support of two charities: BLESMA and Hope & Homes for Children. Drop the Fish are a five piece band from Salisbury who perform covers with attitude, having a bit of fun with the tunes we all know and love from Thin Lizzy and AC/DC, to Snow Patrol and Kings Of Leon. Tickets are £6. Tickets available from Winterslow Central Stores or from Kate (862016) or Beth (863781). Live music, dancing and bar. Details are here: www.dropthefish.co.uk/gigs.html
Updated Tuesday 06 September 2011 - Thanks to Colin Holton for contacting us about an afternoon of music next Sunday, 11 September at The Vestry in Milford Street. Join THE ZUCCHINIS and Friends for a whole day of Live Music. Free Entry All Day. Local Ales and Ciders available. Midday to 6pm. The annual get together of local music icons with some traveling back from as far as down under for this special occasion. Hosted by the mega popular, ZUCCHINIS including special and surprise guest appearances throughout the afternoon. What a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Real ales and ciders at pub prices.
Updated Monday 05 September 2011 - Thanks to Trevor from INNERVISION for contacting us. They will be playing at the Bell Inn in Wylye this Friday, 9 September (half-way between Salisbury and Warminster on the A36). Innervision entertain audiences with a wide range of hits from 70s, 80s, 90s and present day, from Jackie Wilson and James Brown to the Supremes, Abba, Van Halen, Michael Jackson, right through to recent acts such as Duffy, Jason Derulo, Glee, Snow Patrol, Kings of Leon and Lady Gaga. Ideal for weddings, functions and parties with over 10 years' experience, having played at most of the popular wedding and function venues in the south. Check out their clients' feedback on their website at www.innervisioninfo.co.uk.
Updated Sunday 04 September 2011 - Thanks to Sue from Conrans Irish Bar (2-4 Salt Lane, Salisbury) for contacting us with the list of live music throughout September. There's live music most Fridays and Saturdays, plus an open mic night (Music4Fun) on Thursday 29 September. For the full gig list visit www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/Conrans.
Updated Saturday 03 September 2011 - Thanks to Finbarr Sheehan for contacting us with details of a forthcoming gig: DAVEY ARTHUR and Friends - 7.30pm - Irish Music on Tour presents "An Evening With" DAVEY ARTHUR and Friends. A gathering of tunes and songs, stories and famous folk from the man who shaped Irish music. Appearing at St Elizabeth Hall (formerly St Osmunds Social Club) 131 Exeter St Salisbury SP1 2SG. Support from Jadiie Pepperell (vocals) and Ryan Whitston (guitar). Saturday Sept 10th Doors 7.30 Tickets £10. Advance tickets in person from the Wyndham Arms, Estcourt Rd Salisbury Advance tickets by phone: tel 01722 413236 or 01722 336961. Irish Music on Tour … is a non-profitmaking organisation and supports Salisbury Hospice
Updated Friday 02 September 2011 - Anja McCloskey, a Southampton-based singer and multi-instrumentalist (and former Irrepressibles member) is playing The Salisbury Arts Centre in Salisbury on the 10th September (Live lunch from midday). She releases her new single 'And Her Head/Impeccable' on 5 September - Featuring David Miatt (Thomas Tantrum) on acoustic guitar and vocals, and Oliver Austin (label mates, The Moulettes) on drums, both songs were recorded in the Victorian Quaker Hall in Southampton and mixed and produced by Anja's husband Andy Harris (Haunted Stereo). "The recording has a very natural sound," says Anja. "We tried to capture the feel of the location and did very little in terms of effects. We wanted them to be organic, but still grandiose in their sound." Visit Anja's website at www.anjamccloskey.co.uk. For tickets, contact the box office on 01722 321744 or visit www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk.
Updated Friday 26 August 2011 - Thanks to Simon and Alistair from the INN SPECTRES for contacting us to let us know they will be playing at the Duck in Laverstock on Saturday 10 September. With more Rock than a Blackpool Crackhouse, The Inn Spectres "are here to entertain you and rock tha house till the spooks are shaken from the rafters!!". Visit them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/The-Inn-Spectres/113318845372847.
Updated Friday 26 August 2011 - Thanks to Jonathan from the band SPIDERPIG for contacting us with some gig dates, including gigs at Conrans, Cloisters, the Chough, the Duck in Laverstock, the Huntsman Tavern and the Three Crowns in Whaddon. The band formed from a few friends with a common desire to play rock. They cover Foo Fighters, Nirvana, Queens of the StoneAge, Supergrass as well as some more modern bands, Maximo Park, Lost Prophets and Panic! at the Disco. Plus some little gems thrown in for good measure, Green Day, Paul Weller and Presidents of the USA. Visit their website at www.myspace.com/spiderpigbanduk or their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/Spiderpigband/171433732541. All their local gigs are listed at www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/SpiderPig.
Updated Sunday 21 August 2011 - Thanks to Jason from the Bear Inn in Wilton for contacting us with details of the live music during their beer festival weekend, August 26-28. Opening the music on the Friday evening will be FAST COMPANY, a great dance/rock mix by a professional 5-piece band, led by the dynamic vocal talent of Tracy A. On Sunday lunch time will be PAPER MOON, a versatile three-piece that plays a mix of music to suit everyone including swing, country, jazz, pop and a little bit of classical! The evening band on Sunday is the BODYSNATCHERS with a bunch of new covers and various originals. Visit www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/BearInn.
Updated Wednesday 17 August 2011 - Thanks to Sam from PUGWALL for contacting us. They will be playing at the Winchester Gate this Friday, 19 August with FINGLEBONE. 8.30pm - Free entry. 18+ PUGWALL are an alternative rock band from the southwest that appear regularly around Salisbury. Check out their website for some demos www.myspace.com/pugwallmusic. FINGLEBONE is an experimental layering of field recordings and ambient sounds is interwoven with light and sparkling acoustic guitar melodies, resulting in a very organic sound structure http://finglebone.bandcamp.com.
Updated Tuesday 02 August 2011 - Thanks to Helen Boyd for contacting us with details of the Rock on the Cross Festival at Berwick St John near Shaftesbury: Friday 23rd September. 9.00pm "Rock on the Cross", Cross Farmyard, Berwick St John. Join acclaimed Salisbury band "Fast Company" and Berwick's finest new talent for a great evening of old favourites and the best of today's music. Bar, BBQ and a unique venue! Tickets £8 adults, £4 children, in advance or on the door. www.berwickstjohnfestival.co.uk.
Updated Saturday 23 July 2011 - Thanks to Alex at the Pheasant Inn in Salt Lane, Salisbury, for contacting us with details of two free live music events coming up at the pub. On Friday 29 July, DAVEY CHRISTIE will be performing live acoustic vocals from 9.30pm and on Saturday 20 August, as part of Lucy's Day Out Bar Crawl Fundraiser, Salisbury's own post-rock band CAUGHT IN THE CROSSFIRE will be playing from 9pm. Both events are open to everyone. www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/PheasantInn.
Updated Saturday 23 July 2011 - Thanks to Colin Holton for contacting us with news of the following eventt: Endorse-It-In-Dorset Warm-up: PYESHOPPE + THE INTERCEPTEURS - 8.30pm - August Friday 5th @ The Winchester Gate, 8.30, Free Endorse - It - In Dorset Festival warm up with PYESHOPPE and THE INTERCEPTUERS. Scuz rock 'n' Ska night featuring two of the towns finest bands warm up for their respective festival slots. What more could one want... oh yeah; lots of beer and cider of course!!
Updated Wednesday 13 July 2011 - Thanks to Nathan from WESTERN SAND for contacting us with details of a gig: Western Sand - 9pm - WESTERN SAND are a 4-piece, classic/hard/southern rock group and will be playing their debut show at The Huntsman Tavern, Salisbury on Saturday 23rd July. They will be performing their brand of rock conceived through influence of such icons as Deep Purple, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Led Zeppelin, Metallica etc. Also a generous dose of classic rock covers for the all-round rock experience! These guys put on a great show, so please come down, enjoy a few beers and some good old Rock n' Roll! Visit their page on Reverbnation: www.reverbnation.com/westernsand.
Updated Wednesday 13 July 2011 - Thanks to Sam from the band PUGWALL for contacting us. They are an alternative rock band from the southwest that occasionally plays in the Salisbury area. Check out their website at www.myspace.com/pugwallmusic for some demos. www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/Pugwall.
Updated Tuesday 12 July 2011 - Thanks to Colin Holton for contacting us with details of a gig at the Chapel on 30 July for the Rose Gale Trust. Event: Rose Gale Trust fund raiser: Bow Street Revolt + The Intercepteurs + The Strugglers + Satellites Of The Sun. - 7.30pm. - Saturday July 30th @ The Chapel. Rose Gale Trust fund raiser, 7.30pm, Entry; by donation (please give generously) featuring: Bow Street Revolt + The Interceptuers + The Strugglers + Satellites Of The Sun. A top line up featuring the best local and regional acts. Headliners, Bow Street Revolt (formerly; Gambling Hearts ) take a break from 'taking London by storm, to play a rare home town gig. support comes from three very popular bands performing a mixture of ska, classic punk and aleternative rock. For more info or to buy tickets for live music events, visit www.chapelnightclub.co.uk.
Updated Tuesday 12 July 2011 - Thanks to Paul Abbott for contacting us with a few gig dates for THE DBS and THE STRUGGLERS at Conrans and the Duck in Laverstock. Visit www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/TheDBs or www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/TheStrugglers.
Updated Monday 11 July 2011 - Thanks to Simon from the INN SPECTRES for contacting us. They are a 5 piece rock covers band that plays between Salisbury and Andover. They are playing at the Winterbourne Arms in Winterbourne Dauntsey on Sunday 17 July and at the Three Crowns in Whaddon on Saturday 23 July. Visit www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/InnSpectres for more information.
Updated Sunday 10 July 2011 - Thanks to Ashlee Male for contacting us with news of a few gigs….. This Friday, 15 July at the Vestry will be HARMONY BREAKDOWN (ukelele, guitar and bongo band doing covers and originals), supported by Miss Interpeted. On Saturday 16 July at the Huntsman Tavern is TRAPPED ON AMBER, I'M DESIGNER, ASH-KELE-LEE and MICHAEL SEATOR. And at the Winchester Gate on Saturday 23 July with HARMONY BREAKDOWN and JIMMY BADRAT. You can view the venue pages directly:
Winni: www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/WinchesterGate
Huntsman: www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/HuntsmanTavern
Vestry: www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/Vestry
Updated Friday 24 June 2011 - Thanks to Becki at the Duck Inn in Laverstock for contacting us with details of their forthcoming gigs, including performances from SECOND NATURE, LADY WINWOOD'S MAGGOT, STIFF JOINTS, INDIGO BLUE and NOT DEAD YET. All of the Duck's gigs are listed at www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/DuckInn. This coming Saturday, 25 June, BEYOND REDEMPTION will be on, playing a tribute to the rock greats, including The Who, Hendrix, Lizzy, Whitesnake, Bon Jovi, Queen, Free and UFO. Visit www.beyondredemptionlive.co.uk.
Updated Tuesday 21 June 2011 - Thanks to Dave from JUST LIKE VINYL for contacting us with news that they have a gig on Friday, 24 June at the Wig and Quill in Salisbury, 9pm. JUST LIKE VINYL are a duo featuring the talents of Dave South and Louise Ritchie. Although a new band, the pair are no strangers to the live music scene around Salisbury. They cover Motown and disco music. Visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/Just-Like-Vinyl/138259172851557.
Updated Tuesday 21 June 2011 - Thanks to Helen from the RIVERSIDE BLUES BAND for contacting us with gig dates at Qudos Bar & Grill in Castle Street: Saturday 25 June, Friday 5 August, Saturday 17 September, Friday 28 October and Saturday 10 December. Playing a mixture of Blues classics, furious R'n'B of the old school, and Rock 'n' Roll..... with just a hint of ACDC. Riverside Blues Band is based in the New Forest in Hampshire, England, and has been up and running since 2004 playing in various venues in Southampton, Bournemouth and the surrounding areas. They also make frequent appearances at Conrans in Salisbury. Visit their website at www.riversidebluesband.co.uk.
Updated Monday 13 June 2011 - Thanks to Katie from DIRTY ROUGE for contacting us with forthcoming gigs. They will be playing at the Hamptons in Southampton on 28 June, at the Avon Valley Festival in Durrington on 22 July, at the Pulse Festival in Southampton on 3 September, then at the Brook in Southampton on 30 October. For more information, visit their website at www.dirtyrouge.com.
Updated Monday 13 June 2011 - Thanks to Ashley from the Greyfisher Hungry Horse in Ayleswade Road, Salisbury, for sending us a list of forthcoming gigs at the pub, starting with STEVEN J TAYLOR as Bon Jovi on 30 July, PRIOR ENGAGEMENT on 27 August and 29 October and SECOND NATURE on 30 September and 25 November. All gigs start at 9pm. Visit www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/Greyfisher.
Updated Friday 10 June 2011 - Thanks to Benny Brown for contacting us. THE SMOKIN' BENNY BROWN BAND are a Blues Trio whose energy and enthusiasm will blow you away. The Band focuses on capturing the audiences' attention and drawing them into the performance. A great time is guaranteed! "Benny Brown is an accomplished and talented guitarist with a great band behind him. He was last here supporting Stephen Dale Petit and Mick Taylor. This guy rocks! Catch him here before he's too big for us!" - Charlie North Lewis, Tivoli Theatre. Visit their website at www.myspace.com/smokinbennybrown. They will be appearing at Qudos in Salisbury on 24 June, 9 September, 29 October and 17 December, plus a gig in Linwood at the Red Shoot Inn's Cider festival on 25 June and at the Rydal in New Milton on 30 June. See the full gig list at www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/BennyBrown.
Updated Thursday 09 June 2011 - Thanks to Colin Holton for contacting us with details of an event at the Royal British Legion in Endless Street on Thursday 16 June. THE STRUGGLERS will be supporting various acts from Wiltshire College Salisbury music courses. Doors 7pm, free entry Free party! Featuring acts from Wiltshire College Salisburys music courses. Special guests; THE STRUGGLERS. An evening of eclectic live music inc rock, pop, indie, acoustic and old skool punk!. FREE entry, I.D essential for bar, come and celibrate the future of music in Salisbury!!
Updated Monday 06 June 2011 - Thanks to Keith Mouland for contacting us with details of forthcoming gigs for his band THE DOGHOUSE BOYS. They will be playing at Copythorne Carnival on Saturday 11 June 7pm and at the George in Shrewton on Saturday 2 July. Keith, aka Doug Hayride, started out playing blues and rock, but had fond memories of listening to Country singers like Don Gibson, Ray Price, Hank Williams and cowboy artists such as Roy Rogers. Keith developed his own style through playing Folk, Blues, Country, Country/Rock and roots-based genres of music and started writing his own songs in the early 90s. Keith and his band, THE DOGHOUSE BOYS, are often playing in the area. Check out their gigs at www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/TheDoghouseBoys.
Updated Thursday 02 June 2011 - Thanks to Tanya at the Cartwheel Inn in Whitsbury, nr Fordingbridge, for sending us details of the live music coming up in July and August, including a packed weekend of live music during their beer festival on the last weekend of July. Visit www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/Cartwheeling for more details.
Updated Friday 27 May 2011 - Thanks to Terry from GRUBBY JACK for contacting us. They will be playing at Conrans Irish Bar in Salisbury on Friday 22 and Saturday 3 September. "Fast folk inspired by lock-ins and late nights" .. Grubby Jack is a Swindon-based Folk trio that plays a range of traditional and original songs and music. They play in a lively uptempo style with a feel of Irish and East European. With Jenny Gleeson on the violin and backing vocals, "JC" Leonard on the guitar and lead vocals and Terry Hunt on the guitar, bouzouki, stomp box and backing vocals, their aim is to get people up and dancing, stamping their feet and clapping their hands. Visit their website at www.grubbyjack.com.
Updated Tuesday 24 May 2011 - Thanks to Paul for contacting us with details of forthcoming gigs for The Strugglers. The Strugglers play covers from the likes of The Stranglers, Madness, Sex Pistols, The Clash and The Damned. You can watch them live this weekend, Friday 27 May at Conrans Irish Bar, supported by THE HEREAFTER and during the afternoon (on stage 1.30pm) at the Street Fayre at Sixpenny Handley, along with ROBB BLAKE and the DIRTY SKANKIN' LOVE HORNETS. For more details about the Fayre, visit www.sixpennyhandley.org/street_fayre.html.
Updated Tuesday 24 May 2011 - Thanks to Paul for contacting us with details of forthcoming dogs for THE DBs. They were originally scheduled to play this Saturday, 28 May at the Old Alehouse, but they will now be headlining at the Winchester Gate on Saturday night for the beer and music festival! They will then be supporting THE HEREAFTER at Conrans Irish Bar on Friday 17 June.
Updated Friday 20 May 2011 - Thanks to Isaac from WARMER CORNERS for contacting us. They will be on stage at 8.40pm in this Sunday's RISING: LIVE IN THE CITY Salisbury Festival showcase at the Chapel club in Milford Street, along with other artists (see earlier blog entry 18 May). " As a phoenix rises from the ashes to enchant all that lay eyes upon it, so Warmer Corners rise from rural Hampshire to fill the hearts and warm the deepest corners of every man, woman & child its gorgeous sound touches. A blend of indie pop, noise, folk, glitch and sweet heartfelt music at its very purest. Drink from the sweet nectar that is: Warmer Corners. " Visit their website at www.warmercorners.wordpress.com.
Updated Friday 20 May 2011 - Thanks to Craig from RYTHEM MAFIA for contacting us with details of a forthcoming gig at the Social Club in Netheravon (SP4 9PJ) on Saturday 28 May. Out of the ashes of ZcarZ, two of the original members Craig Butler and Terry Hogan found two excellent musicians in James Watson (lead guitar/vox) and Paul Fleming (Rhythm guitar/vox) and Rythem Mafia was created. Visit their website at www.rythemmafia.webs.com.
Updated Wednesday 18 May 2011 - Thanks to Jurga for contacting us with details of a Salisbury Live showcase event, RISING: LIVE IN THE CITY, at The Chapel this coming Sunday, 22 May…….
A 15+ Salisbury Live showcase - FREE
Date: Sunday 22 May 2011
Time: 7.30pm - 11pm
Doors open: 7pm
Venue: The Chapel, 34 Milford Street, Salisbury SP1 2AP
A Salisbury International Arts Festival showcase for some of our best young bands, rounding off a day of music for under-18s.
Line-up:
Hip-hop with a difference from Lyrical Monsoon
Post-rock ambient soundscapes Caught in the Crossfire
Alternative indie Warmer Corners: www.warmercorners.wordpress.com
Kraftwerk-influenced art rock from Electric Contradiction
…. and special Rising guests…
www.chapelnightclub.co.uk/live-music
Updated Thursday 12 May 2011 - Thanks to Peter for contacting us to let us know that the Shrewton-based blues/rock band STONE DONKEY PILOTS will be playing a blues night at the Old Alehouse on Thursday 19 May from 8pm.
Updated Thursday 12 May 2011 - Thanks to Pete Leonard for contacting us to let us know that the next SALISBURY OPEN MIC NIGHT will be next Wednesday at the Winchester Gate, 7.30pm. Come along and play a fifteen minute acoustic set, solo or with band-mates. 'A great stage to begin yer world domination; your first steps into public performance, unleashing your genius compositions or playing your favourite cover versions. It's also a great stage for a pre-gig warm-up or just come along, listen to top turns and drink beer!'. Visit www.myspace.com/salisburyopenmic for more details.
Updated Wednesday 04 May 2011 - Thanks to Colin from SALISBURY LIVE for contacting us with the full line-up of great acts appearing all over Salisbury as part of the Salisbury International Arts Festival on the weekend of Friday 20, Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 May. For the full list of what's on, see www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/SalisburyLive. For more information about the festival visit www.salisburyfestival.co.uk.
Updated Saturday 23 April 2011 - Thanks to Colin Holton for contacting us with details of a punk/new wave spectacular planned for the day of the Royal wedding, 29 April. By Royal (dis)Appointment, get down to the Wig & Quill in New Street from 8.30pm till late (free entry) and pogo to the classic punk/new wave covers on Will & Kate's big day. Featuring: THE SEX PLIMSOLLS + FAT DRUNK & STUPID + MATT BRITTON.
Updated Monday 11 April 2011 - Thanks to Caroline Lakeman for contacting us to let us know that JAMBO REIGN will be appearing at the Old Alehouse on 20 May as part of Salisbury Live. Jambo Reign is an original British rock band from Salisbury, comprising James Newton (vocals/guitar), Paul Newton (guitar/bv's), Ian Cook (bass) and Dave Williams (drums/bv's). The band formed in October 2008, and recorded their first EP, 'Secrets & Silhouettes', in April 2009 (produced by Rick Parkhouse, RNT Studios). Playing gigs and festivals across Wiltshire, Somerset, Dorset, and London, Jambo Reign continues to bring audiences a heavy yet melodic mixture of guitar, bass and drums with interwoven guitar riffs and melodies. The band's sound has been compared to international successes Queens of the Stone Age and Interpol. Jambo Reign's latest EP, 'Blinded by the Bright Lights', is out now. Visit their website at www.jamboreign.com.
Updated Sunday 03 April 2011 - Thanks to Linda from Andover Leisure Centre for contacting us with details of a special event next weekend, Saturday 9 April. The Leisure Centre will be hosting A Day in the Fusion of Dance featuring live band SOUL FUNK SECRET and disco with special guest IAN WAITE (BBC Strictly Come Dancing) - For ticket prices and more information visit www.andover-leisure-centre.co.uk.
Updated Wednesday 23 March 2011 - Thanks to John from the YEW TREE INN in Odstock, near Salisbury, for getting in touch. They will be holding a Real Ale, Cider and Music festival over Easter Weekend 22-25 April. The live music on the Friday (22) evening will be JON WALSH ACOUSTIC BLUES and on Saturday (23) evening will be BRAM STOKER - he's still looking for local acoustic acts for the Sunday night and the Monday lunch. Contact John on 01722 329786.
Updated Wednesday 23 March 2011 - Thanks to Thom Belk for contacting us with details of forthcoming gigs at the Old Alehouse and The Chapel
Old Alehouse:
Apr 16th - The Intercepteurs
Apr 23rd - Big Num
Apr 30th - Tireless
May 20th - Jambo Reign + Pyeshoppe + Middlenamekill
May 22nd - Disco's Out (Murder's In) + The Dead Belles + Crafty Butchers
May 28th - The DBs - CANCELLED
Jun 11th - Willie and the Bandits
www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/OldAlehouse
The Chapel:
Mar 18th - In the Vestry: Lily McCauley & Harry Wood
Mar 25th - Subgiant + Lyrical Monsoon + Dirty Rouge + Your Boyfriends are DJs
Apr 15th - Jambo Reign
Apr 21st - Silent Disco
Apr 22nd - In the Vestry: The Dead Belles + Middlenamekill
May 13th - In the Vestry: Robb Blake + Dirty Skankin' Love Hornets
www.salisburygigguide.co.uk/Chapel
Updated Tuesday 22 March 2011 - Thanks to Julia from G&Ds for contacting us - live music this Saturday is from GAZ BROOKFIELD and on Saturday from KRYSTAL - music starts at 9pm.
Updated Wednesday 09 March 2011 - Thanks to John from the YEW TREE INN in Odstock, near Salisbury, for getting in touch. They will be holding a Real Ale, Cider and Music festival over Easter Weekend 22-25 April. The live music on the Friday (22) evening will be JON WALSH ACOUSTIC and on Saturday (23) evening will be BRAM STOKER - he's still looking for local acoustic acts for the Sunday night and the Monday lunch. Contact John on 01722 329786.
Updated Sunday 27 February 2011 - JAMBO REIGN are squeezing in another support slot before entering the studio, supporting EVERYDAY SYMPHONY at the Winchester Gate on Friday 11 March from 7pm. Go along to listen to their new tracks or check out their music at www.myspace.com/jamboreign.
Updated Wednesday 23 February 2011 - Congratulations to local band CITY STEREO who have landed themselves a tour with MCFLY! Fantastic news. Visit their website at www.citystereo.net or catch up with them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/citystereo.
YouTube announcement: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9OPIB9YGhTI
Updated Saturday 19 February 2011 - Thanks to Kelly from the Durrington Working Mens Club, 10 miles north of Salisbury, for contacting us with details of forthcoming music at the club. The club has regular weekend entertainment and coming up on Saturday 19 March there is BLOOD RED SKY, the popular U2 tribute band from North Hampshire and on Saturday 2 April is THE SLEEVES, a popular covers band that was founded by the Coldplay tribute band Coolplay. The Sleeves have played to audiences of 40,000 people and include Snow Patrol, Kings of Leon, The Killers, Razorlight and many more in their set list.
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