Artists 2007
DARWYN
This acoustic rock trio comprises Matt, Rich and Alistair, Guitar, Piano and Drums. They're from Halstead in Essex. Their influences are Pearl Jam, Silverchair, Dave Matthews Band, RATM, Ben Folds Five and other similar artists to these. They're not always hard, but always very musical! They have played music together for many years and came from varied musical backgrounds to form Darwyn. Recently receiving Arts Council funding, they are currently re-working their album at the High Barn Recording Studio, Great Bardfield, where they have appeared with Mozzy Green. They are currently increasing their following at an alarming rate!
www.darwyn.org.uk
Onstage - SATURDAY HEADLINE 9.00 TO 10.00 PM GREEN STAGE
AL LINDSAY
Saturday 20.15
November 2006 saw the release of 'Songs From Under The Table', the much anticipated and long awaited debut album from guitarist and songwriter Al Lindsay. With a style strongly reminiscent of John Martyns 'Solid Air', plus helpings of Todd Rundgren and Joni Mitchell, Al delivers a spellbinding live performance! ''This man has the material to match his polished playing and smooth vocal style.' Stephen Foster, BBC Radio Suffolk.
www.myspace.com/allindsay or www.al-lindsay.co.uk
Onstage - 8.15 PM GREEN STAGE
ADORNO STONE
Saturday 19.30 on Green Stage Adorno Stone haven't taken anywhere 'by storm'. They are not too keen on inclement weather. Adorno Stone won't 'blow you away'. If you've made the effort to come and see them, they don't want you to leave on an air current. Adorno Stone didn't 'explode' onto any scene. They think it would be rude to violently burst as a result of internal pressure especially when they are new to the market. Music. Forget about the tired journalistic cliches. It’s about the music. The kind of music that makes you tap your foot before you’ve even realised you’re doing it. The kind of music that reminds you of something or someone. The kind of music that you instantly know and appreciate. They aren't fusing genres. They aren't creating a movement. They just want to make good songs.
www.adornostone.com
Onstage - 7.30 PM GREEN STAGE
MOZZY GREEN
"There is nothing safe or easy about Mozzy Green's music. It is dangerous, edgy and thrilling fuelled with a spirit more rock n' roll than anything you might find in the pages of NME" - toby allanson, herts observer "Really like their sound, it's vibey in the best way" - minnie driver, actress "Mozzy Green are quite different, with their own very unique sound, one of the most original bands Ive seen in a long time. They have what it takes to go the distance Mozzy Green are certainly a band to watch" - Simon Baker, editor herts and essex music-zine "simply amazing" - eric roche, acoustic guitar bible “I have had the pleasure of booking this wonderful twosome and they always deliver a quality set. Mozzy Green is without doubt one of the most exciting and innovative acts around and, more importantly, they’re real nice people.” – John Sellings, B.A., Head Promoter, The Square, Harlow
www.mozzygreen.com
Onstage - 6.45 PM ACOUSTIC MARQUEE
ALICE WALKER
Alice Walker writes emotionally charged, highly rhythmic, dance/folk music. Focussing on lyrics and ideas she (and the other members of the band that hasn’t yet been named) gate-crash parties and play pretty much wherever they can. Influenced by the likes of Tom Waites, Alanis Morissette, Joan Armatrading and Elton John, Alice is trying very hard to create her own style that will take the world by storm.. Sooner rather than later.
www.myspace.com/alicemwalker
Onstage - 6.20 PM GREEN STAGE
RICH SMITH
Richard Smith was brought up in Bishop’s Stortford and is now studying music in Bristol. Described loosely as ‘acoustic punk folktronica’, he was recently signed to Bath indie label 'a future without' who are putting his debut e.p. out this spring.
See www.myspace.com/smithsolo for more info.
Onstage - 6.00 PM ACOUSTIC MARQUEE
FRIDAY NIGHT BAND
The Friday Night band originally started in early 2006 when a handful of musically minded teachers from St Mary’s Catholic School got together to rock away the stresses at the end of yet another hectic week educating young minds.
Onstage - 5.30 PM GREEN STAGE
DEAN AUSTIN AND THE STRANGERHOOD
“Austin’s music is propelled along by a powerful and evocative voice that growls for your attention and then seduces with its suppleness, along with a forceful and commanding acoustic guitar technique. This is no thirty-something’s bedroom music, but a thunderous rumbling of sound and fury with a very contemporary slant. His growing coterie of admirers eagerly anticipate his first full-length recording, due some time in the new year, which, there is no doubt, will be an eruption on a formidable scale." M Hockley, ControlYourself.co.uk
www.myspace.com/deanaustin
Onstage - 5.10 PM ACOUSTIC MARQUEE
SUSANNA CORK
Susanna Cork, 17 – nearing the end of two year A level course at Hills Road, Cambridge, studying Music Technology, Performing Arts and Music. Been signed to 24/7 Management Ltd for 6 months now with regular acoustic gigs in and around London. January ’07 recorded ‘The Raw Tapes’ – collection of live tracks recently taken to the 2007 Midem Festival, Cannes, and received there with great acclaim. Following the success of Midem, talks of publishing contracts and gigs across the seas are in discussion, exciting times. (Fitted around the exams of course!) Influenced and inspired by all genres of music and performance, including musical theatre. A regular performer on stage, Susanna was lucky enough to have already fulfilled a dream of playing Fantine in the West End’s Les Miserables – October ’05. Also influenced by great singer/songwriters such as Billy Joel, Regina Spektor, Tori Amos, Sarah McLachlan, Carole King and many many more, Susanna is now concentrating on developing her songwriting and gigging as much as time allows.
Onstage - 4.50 PM GREEN STAGE
JONAS GRAILE
'Having honed songwriting through rock music, you may find me stamping my feet in some musty bar. You may find me singing of fantasy and escapism. You may find me singing of romance. You may find me singing drinking songs or blues songs about Karate. You may find me alone with a guitar, a cardboard box and thermometer...I mean Harmonica. Or you may find me with friends. My songs sound old, from an innocent time, with latin rhythms and a story to tell, sometimes emotional, and sometimes silly. You decide.......Check out my knock around ep "Skiffle Superstar", available from me, and watch this space.....www.myspace.com/jonasgraile
Onstage - 4.30 PM ACOUSTIC MARQUEE
SAMBATASTIC
Why not try the delights of Sambatastic’s samba drumming workshop? Have the opportunity to get your hands on Brazilian street carnival instruments, learn the rhythms and how to play them and then perform what you have learnt. If you can say 'caterpillar', there is an instrument you can play. No experience necessary, you’ll be on your way to 'Rio' by the end of the hour! www.sambatastic.co.uk
Onstage - 4.00 PM GREEN STAGE
Workshop 2.45 to 3.45 p.m. in the HUME THEATRE
THE HORN
THE HORN is a five piece, grinding blues band that formed in February 2005. The Horn is the creation of a bleak winter in Essex. The Horn began experimenting with obscure timings, pushy vocals and a pounding rhythmic cacophony, the results of which have resulted in an expanding repertoire of songs that convey a kaleidoscope of sounds and emotions. With this a new genre has been moulded, which is a Bluesy sound raw in essence, yet polished in its texture.
Onstage - 3.30 PM GREEN STAGE
FESTIVAL YOUTH SHOWCASE
Festival Showcase featuring some of the region’s emerging, highly talented young people.
14.00 - 15.30 PM ACOUSTIC MARQUEE
2.00 to 2.15 Ollie Reynolds
Acoustic/emo/alternative: 'Passionate about music, a complex hybrid of tantalising lyrics and enticing melodies. He'll be around for a while'.
2.15 to 2.30 Tom Ryder and Joe Hazell
Tom Ryder and Joe Hazel are two local school friends who started playing music together about four years ago. Both are singer/songwriter/guitarists, who frequent the Acoustic Club in Bishop’s Stortford, gain experience through their school, occasionally support Joe’s Dad’s Blues Band and now have their own band! Influences range from the Beatles and Clapton through to Oasis and even the Who! It’s great to hear a fresh angle on all this music, especially when accompanied by a sense of humour.
2.30 to 2.45 Teal
Acoustic duo; Louise and Tasha are sisters from Takeley. They play originals inspired by various artists including Sheryl Crow, Alannis Morrisette, Eva Cassidy and the Dixie Chicks. They have been writing and performing together for about 18months. www.myspace.com/tashandlou
2.45 to 3.00 Falconer & Gunkel
Singer songwriters with diverse musical influences and a line in self deprecating humour. Progressive piano driven rocky-pop with solid melodic vocals and cheeky stage play! www.myspace.com/falconerandgunkel
3.00 to 3.15 Hannah Johnson with Ben Sommers
Blues….jazz…….gutsey. Inspired by Po-girl, Judy Garland and Norma Waterson
ST MARY’S JAZZ BAND
This was started in 2004. It comprises musicians of all ages playing a mixture of Jazz, Funk and Popular tunes. The Jazz Band has taken part in many concerts since its inception, including a Performing Arts Showcase at the Harlow Playhouse, the Mayor’s Charity Variety Show at the Rhodes Arts Centre and in Summer 2006 they undertook a tour to Italy.
Onstage - 1.30 PM GREEN STAGE
THE SPORES
The Spores music is a mixture of infectious funky grooves, rootsy guitar and psychedelic stylings coming at you from rural North Essex, Saffron Walden. Inspired by bands like Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin with a zest of Primus.
Onstage - 12.40 PM GREEN STAGE
OFF THE MAP
A four piece rock band with funky bass lines, powerful drums and intelligent guitar riffs; topped with an entertaining singer that screams sensational talent. Influenced by Coldplay, Oasis, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Stereophonics.
www.myspace.com/offthemapmusic
Onstage - 12.10 PM GREEN STAGE
BORN OUT OF NOTHING
Born Out Of Nothing are a four-piece rock band, taking influences from all across the musical spectrum. Their on-stage energy has earned them great praise from the local press and gig promoters alike. Modern punk with an edge, the energy from their live performances translates easily onto their recorded work. The band list Alkaline Trio, The Distillers, The Clash and Nirvana as some of their many influences.
www.myspace.com/bornoutofnothing
Onstage - 11.40 AM GREEN STAGE
REEDERZ
Ash Cooper, guitar/vocals, Pete Rowe, Guitar, Matt Nash, Bass/vocals, Curtis Miley, Drums. Reederz are aged between 12 and 17 years and have been playing together for the last couple of years. They have played at the Square in Harlow as well as the Playhouse Theatre, Harlow. Last year they opened the Rock in the Priory in Ware and have also performed at the Castle in Hertford. They play mainly covers of Greenday, Blink 182, Stereophonics, Feeder, Kaiser Chiefs etc., but are now writing their own material which they would like to play at the festival.
www.reederz.com
Onstage - 11.10 AM GREEN STAGE
Opening Of Festival
Onstage - 11.00 AM GREEN STAGE
MAWKIN
Mawkin - Now in their fourth year of music making, are evolving at an alarming rate. This Essex based four piece deliver musicianship, originality and guts. The lads gleefully meld together traditional melodies and driving rhythms to create a wall of sound that is delivered with stomping energy and raw panache. “Unconditionally Mighty” – MOJO Magazine
www.mawkin.co.uk
Onstage - SUNDAY HEADLINE 8.00 TO 9.00 PM GREEN STAGE
AFTER THE RUSH
After The Rush are an alternative rock 5-piece hailing (mostly) from Saffron Walden in "posh" Essex... Born from folk to take on a wide range of influences including Neil Young, Wilco, Grandaddy, The Flaming Lips and The Jam (to name but five), they create a sound that they feel is unique, but without losing it's accessibility.
www.aftertherush.com or www.myspace.com/aftertherush
Onstage - 7.15 PM GREEN STAGE
DOGHOUSE
The Dogs celtic-latin big band line up just keeps getting bigger. Driving sax has added soul to the heady mix of re-worked traditional tunes and contemporary songs from Phillips and Taylor. It’s hard to keep your feet still when these dogs are barking!
Onstage - 6.35 PM ACOUSTIC MARQUEE
HAPPNIN' BOY
Once again, we can expect an exuberant performance from this extremely popular performer. A highly original act always performed with genuine energy and enthusiasm. Last year 'Happnin Boy raised the tempo with his feisty set of foot-stomping acoustic blues'. This year he will be joined by harmonica player extraordinaire, Mike Rasmussen. A unique songwriter with an extensive repertoire.
Onstage - 6.10 PM ACOUSTIC MARQUEE
CARA WINTER
Local singer-songwriter Cara performed at last year’s festival. Arts Council funded, Cara is currently working on a new EP with a new band.
'Cara's achingly beautiful music holds the listener in a way that only the likes of Kate Bush and Tori Amos can. These are obvious comparisons, but Cara has a voice of her own, and with a quality of songs to match you really ought to check out this amazing talent'.
Simon Baker, Music-zine.
Her first album 'butterfly' is available via her website www.greenslippers.com.
Check out www.myspace.com/carawinter too for gig news, sound files and pictures.
Onstage - 5.50 PM GREEN STAGE
16 STRING JACK
Sixteen String Jack is an established four piece folk rock band playing both original and traditional songs and music, on fiddle, guitars, melodeon, mandolin and bodhran. 16SJ have played Festivals, major beer festivals, and have supported other acts, including Fairport Convention and Jeremy Taylor. One album has been released, 'Robbers & Rogues', with a second on its way. Clem has a solo album, 'Throwing Stones in Billy Row'.
Onstage - 5.30 PM ACOUSTIC MARQUEE
JENNY HALL
Jenny writes honest songs which create a warmth and intimacy with every performance Captivating her audience by putting into words and music the feelings and emotions everyone has. Dynamically twisting and turning from beautifully sparse to a haunting wall of sound. "A beautiful and surprising honesty in these stripped down and emotionally raw songs of love and loss."
www.myspace.com/thejennyhall
Onstage - 5.10 PM GREEN STAGE
PATRICK WALKER AND THE STABLEMATES
Patrick Walker and the StablematesOriginally set to perform as a Beverly Sisters tribute act in Amsterdam, their original plans fell through. So here they are for your delectation, just slightly more bitter. Best viewed in 10/10 alcovision.
Onstage - 4.50 PM ACOUSTIC MARQUEE
ALONE ME
AloneMe comprises Sarah Springett- vox, David Booth – guitar and vox and Liz Townsend – piano and vox. Bittersweet acoustic pop..." (Kilkenny People) "...an intoxicating cocktail of cutting lyrics, sweet harmonies and classic pop hooks" (Herts & Essex Observer) "...sumptuous, mellifluous rock. Opener 'bulletproof' makes an instant high-water mark with its smooth strumming and cultured keyboards topped off by Sarah's distinctive crystal-clear voice. Commercially aware and visually orientated, it appears 2006 should prove a watershed for the trio." (Musicians Union magazine 'Musician')
www.aloneme.com or www.myspace.com/aloneme
Onstage - 4.30 PM GREEN STAGE
BELLY BELLES EGYPTIAN DANCE GROUP
'Raqs Sharqi' (Eastern Dance) meets every Thursday 8.15 to 9.30 p.m. (Beginners welcome) at Parsonage Lane Community Centre. This Egyptian Dance group is very popular locally and is making a very welcome return visit to the festival, where they will perform 4 dances to Arabic music. For one of their dances, they will be accompanied by some members of the Stortford Drum Circle which meets every Monday in the Function Room at the Half Moon.
Onstage - 4.00 PM GREEN STAGE
DRUM CIRCLE
A 20 minute taster session – if you would like to drum some more there will be a community drum circle in the Hume Theatre between 4.30 and 6.0 p.m. No previous experience required – instruments will be provided.
Onstage - 3.40 PM GREEN STAGE
ACOUSTIC CLUB SHOWCASE
Featuring some of the best talent from the Bishop’s Stortford based Acoustic Club.
2.00 - 3.30 PM ACOUSTIC MARQUEE
2.00 to 2.15 p.m. Pam Johnson
Acoustic folk and country with influences from Lucinda Williams to Kirsty McColl and back to Woody Guthrie.
2.15 to 2.30 Andy Wilson
The uncomplicated style of Andy Wilsons songs and delivery has brought him many keen followers over recent months. His songs written "straight from the heart" have been showcased at the Acoustic Club and achieved critical acclaim. Listen and be hooked!
2.30 to 2.45 Mike Johnson
Mostly Acoustic rock & blues covers with some original stuff too. Influences include Led Zepellin, Eric Clapton, Paul Weller to name a few….
2.45 to 3.00 Karen Johnson
Whether unaccompanied or with an Acoustic Guitar Karen Johnson brings her own interpretation to songs with a voice that sends shivers through you with its purity.
3.00 to 3.15 Ant Jacaranda
Uniquely crafted 'New Wave Acoustica' from singer/songwriter – Ant Jacaranda. From funk, ska and all things rhythmical to the sublime and soulful. Songs to make you feel.
www.myspace.com/antjacaranda
3.15 to 3.30 Ed Hope
'I like to write stories set to music, inspired by such things as the city, fairgrounds, Christmas, friends and running away. You should ideally listen whilst holding hands with your best friend and thinking of your first love… for the lucky ones this will be the same person.'
FLYING FIGS
The Flying Figs are exponents of the esoteric genre known as Anglian Mountain Music. This is possible only because of years of exacting research and exploration of obscure archives and dark, mouldy caves in the remote Eastern Anglian Mountains. The work is difficult and often dangerous.
www.myspace.com/theflyingfigs
Onstage - 1.10 PM GREEN STAGE
ROLAND CHADWICK
Roland Chadwick: Half Man - Half Guitar. Some say he’s the Guitar Slinger. Some say he’s the Wizard of Oz. Others say they saw him in the Cotswolds selling his soul to a blind man with a Red Hat holding a magic plectrum made of solid sound. The mystery deepens and the truth may never be told but those in the know, know that Roland Chadwick is music to his bones.
Roland is a Composer, Guitarist and internationally acclaimed recording artist. A trained classical guitarist, he plays "anything with frets". Born in May 1957, Wollongong, NSW, Australia, Roland made his Sydney Opera House debut in 1988 and has since built a reputation as Australia’s master Guitarist/Composer. From 1979 to 1996 he lived and worked in Sydney as a performer and composer and in 1997 took a sabbatical in Los Angeles where he worked on developing a more personal compositional style. At the end of 1997 he moved to the UK and is now based in London.
www.rolandchadwick.com
Onstage - 12.50 PM ACOUSTIC MARQUEE
DOUBLE TROUBLE
Pete and Keith are normally seen as part of their 50’s Chicago Blues band, The Untouchables but every now and then they unplug their amps and provide audiences with an evening of folk and blues. Using a variety of vintage instruments – old parlor and resonator guitars mixed with modern Suzuki harmonicas and the occasional kazoo - Double Trouble sing and play songs from Depression America and the country blues tradition; songs about drugs, violent death and sex (a bit like rap but without the beatbox!). All played with passion and a little humour. So if you like Mississippi John Hurt, Tampa Red, Robert Johnson, Lil Green and Fats Waller to name a few, you’ll love Double Trouble.
Onstage - 12.30 PM ACOUSTIC MARQUEE
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL CHOIR
The St. Mary’s Catholic School Choir maintains a long tradition of singing at the school. They perform a wide and varied repertoire including religious works, traditional choral pieces, gospel music, songs from musicals and popular songs. In the summer of 2006 they undertook a tour to Italy.
Onstage - 12.00 PM GREEN STAGE
SMF reserves the right to change this programme.
Have your live performance at the Festival recorded to DVD.
Darren and Mike (sfwm -VIDEO PRODUCTIONS / MULTI-MEDIA PRESENTATIONS) are offering a similar service to last year. We can video your spot - 2 camera live vision mix - and burn straight to DVD. Supplied with printed full face label. Available for you to take home on the day. Cash on the day: £35.00 per DVD.
Contact us if you wish to reserve your place in advance, at info@sfwm.co.uk or see us at the festival - we will be located in the Acoustic Marquee.
www.sfwm.co.uk