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SUMMARY:Cobain't - AC/DC Reborn - Guns 2 Roses @ Charter Hall Colchester
DESCRIPTION:A night of Rock N Roll with tributes to Nirvana\, AC/DC & Guns N Roses!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/cobaint-ac-dc-reborn-guns-2-roses-charter-hall-colchester/
LOCATION:Charter Hall\, Charter Hall
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Colne Delta presents the best of UK Country featuring The Jackson Line and Florence Sommerville
DESCRIPTION:Colne Delta present the best of UK Country featuring:- \nTHE JACKSON LINE \nWith two lead vocalists in the shape of Keith Porter and Jamie Cook\, harmonies were always going to be front and centre in The Jackson Line\, who deliver a modern take on classic Country and Americana. Storytelling\, harmonies and guitars are at the heart of what they do. \nThe band are comfortable with the tag of ‘modern country’\, but with each member bringing a wide range of differing influences to the table they create thoughtful\, melodic songs\, which capture the essence of country while allowing their other influences to permeate. \nIn the summer of 2022\, the band were invited to Winnipeg\, Canada to work with Juno Award-winning producer Murray Pulver on their second collection of songs. \n“Our first EP was self-produced\, and on reflection we focused too much on making it sound like a country record\,” explains Keith. “This time around we set out to discover who we are as a band.” \nThe first single from their upcoming EP\, Shade of the Pines\, featured on Apple Music’s ‘Today’s Country’ editorial playlist\, as well as being played on a host of radio stations including CountryLine and Radio Caroline. \nThe band will be releasing music throughout 2023 alongside performances at the 229 London\, the Black Deer Festival\, Nashville Meets London\, and the return of their popular songwriters round in Chelmsford\, the Radio City Sessions. \nNew single\, Brave\, out now“How do we tell the kids and who gets the house?” It’s the heart-wrenching breakdown that sums up Brave\, the new single from modern-country band The Jackson Line. Layered with tender harmonies and powerful\, emotive guitar\, the song explores a relationship in its final moments\, capturing the hurt\, heartbreak and ultimately\, courage. \nRecorded in Winnipeg\, Canada with multi award-winning producer\, Murray Pulver\, this is the band’s fourth single in 2023. The first single\, Shade of the Pines\, featured on Apple Music’s ‘Today’s Country’ editorial playlist\, while the second\, Gonna Get To You\, was showcased on Baylen Leonard’s Front Porch on Absolute Country as well as on Countryline Radio \nFLORENCE SOMMERVILLE \n21-year-old Florence Sommerville\, is a singer-songwriter from Orsett\, a small Essex village\, who thrives on modern country music. She’s performed to packed audiences at iconic venues in Nashville\, including the iconic Bluebird Café\, Commodore Grille\, Maxwell House\, Love & Exile\, Cambria Hotel and was chosen by No Depression magazine as one of the top performers at the 2024 AMA Festival. In the UK she’s played the Maverick Festival\, Latitude and Moseley Folk & Arts Festival\, the Green Note\, Libra Camden\, and the Fiddler’s Elbow in London and supported such diverse acts as Diana Jones\, Tom Robinson\, Annie Keating\, Track Dogs\, Hannah Aldridge\, the Hanging Stars\, Dan Owen and many more. \nSince the beginning of 2025 she has gigged regularly\, performing all across the South-east\, both solo and with her acclaimed band\, including selling out the Brentwood Theatre twice. Prior to the release of her debut album\, ENDLESS HORIZON in July\, she has released three digital singles\, (I’ll Be Your) Best Broken Heart\, California and Broken Pieces. All three are included on the 12-track album\, that perfectly captures the diversity and richness of Florence’s incredible songwriting. The CD release includes four bonus acoustic tracks\, making for an incredible 16-track collection. Criss-crossing country genres the way she journeys through life\, with wild abandonment\, passion and intensity\, the youthful independent singer-songwriter has created a uniquely sophisticated and signature manifesto\, a bold indication that Florence Sommerville has at the outset of her career found her perfect stride. As ENDLESS HORIZON gloriously unfolds. Florence emerges as one of the more gifted melodists\, subtly versatile singers\, and liberated lyricists of her generation. Florence emotionally journeys through the upheavals we all encounter in relationships. Whether it be the tentative discovery of first love\, the heartache of a breakup or the impossibility of a love that cannot be\, Florence crosses that minefield with a maturity and sureness of a voice that belies her youthfulness. \nEach track offers a unique perspective: the empowering defiance of (I’ll Be Your) Best Broken Heart\, the nostalgic longing of Silly Little Things\, and the reflective tone of Broken Pieces. Other standout tracks include the poignant Love Me Then\, the stirring Forget The Water\, and the vividly character-driven Molasses\, which addresses the challenging subject of father-daughter mental abuse. Florence also embraces optimism in the summery anthem Cut And Run\, a perfect soundtrack to the boundless possibilities of life. Guided by manager Alan Cackett and thanks to the production skills of Alan West and the superb musicianship of the gifted players\, every track boasts evocative\, affectionate touches. This eclectic set is awash in satisfying country music elements\, yet it never feels nostalgic\, mixing pleasurable sounds with a bracing dose of modern-day arrangements for a riveting listen. The result is a perfect showcase for Florence Sommerville’s unique talents\, revealing a singer of effortless ease\, who nails unshakable hooks as she lyrically navigates descriptive leaps and bounds. The fact that ENDLESS HORIZON also marks her debut\, makes this effort all the more remarkable. \nThere’s a raw rootsy quality to Florence’s music that belies her youthfulness. An assured performer\, she takes total command of any stage from the outset and allows her crystalline vocals to shine on her well-crafted original songs. \nProfits in aid of Brightlingsea Winter Fest
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colne-delta-presents-the-best-of-uk-country-featuring-the-jackson-line-and-florence-sommerville/
LOCATION:St James Church\, Brightlingsea\, St James Church\, Brightlingsea
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:My Darling Clementine in Concert
DESCRIPTION:THIS GIG HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO WEDNESDAY 10TH JUNE 2026. \nDue to scheduling conflicts\, this gig has been rescheduled. Tickets for the original February date are valid for the new one.  \nTickets £20.Doors open 7pm\, starts 7.30pm.This gig is for a seated audience. \nFor what began as a side project for Michael Weston King & Lou Dalgleish\, a simple labour of love\, a homage to the classic country duets of the 60’s and 70’s\, My Darling Clementine has grown and grown and now some rivals the solo careers of it’s two main protagonists. \nOutstanding songwriters and singers individually\, who between them have worked with such diverse artists as Nick Cave\, Bryan Ferry\, The Brodsky Quartet\, Steve Earle\, Nils Lofgren\, Ron Sexsmith\, & Graham Parker\, together they create harmonious magic and are a formidable musical force. \nAs well as showcasing brand new songs\, the current live show is a deep dive into their extensive and revered back catalogue. Michael and Lou’s songs have been covered by over 40 different artists and featured in various films and TV shows. Lou’s song No Matter What Tammy Said was placed in the top 25 country songs of the 21st Century by Country Music People magazine\, while Michael’s song Riding The Range was covered by the late\, great Townes Van Zandt. \nGiven their mutual love of other songwriters\, expect a tastefully chosen cover version or two\, including something written by Elvis Costello. Their 2021 album Country Darkness\, a collection of Costello songs re-interpreted for duet\, was made in collaboration with EC’s long standing pianist Steve Nieve. \n“King and Dalgleish have re-invented the country duet – The mingling of these two voices is just heavenly” Mojo
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/my-darling-clementine-in-concert/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:COLCHESTER: eXTC 'This is Pop' Greatest Hits Tour
DESCRIPTION:XTC’s legendary drummer\, Terry Chambers\, is back on the road with his band EXTC (named and approved by XTC frontman\, Andy Partridge). \nEmerging out of the post-punk and new-wave explosion of the late 70s\, XTC experienced global success touring with the likes of The Police and Talking Heads. Sadly\, their legions of loyal fans would be left in limbo when in 1982 XTC stopped touring\, becoming a studio-based entity. \nEXTC were formed in 2019 by XTC’s drummer Terry Chambers\, performing classic XTC material such as Making Plans For Nigel\, Senses Working Overtime\, Mayor of Simpleton\, Generals and Majors\, Sgt. Rock (Is Going To Help Me)\, Love on a Farmboy’s Wages and many more. \nAn AGMP Concerts presentation.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/colchester-extc-this-is-pop-greatest-hits-tour/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260220T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260220T220000
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SUMMARY:SLS Presents… Live Music Night at Three Wise Monkeys
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an epic night of live tunes and good vibes at Three Wise Monkeys! \nJoin us for a live music night at Three Wise Monkeys Colchester\, featuring a curated lineup of independent artists across contemporary genres. All proceeds from this event go to Nordoff & Robbins\, supporting music therapy services across the UK. \nFeaturing performances from:PeonieMarianne LeighFlores BlueLeon O’Leary
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/sls-presents-live-music-night-at-three-wise-monkeys/
LOCATION:60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
ORGANIZER;CN="Three Wise Monkeys Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260220T190000
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SUMMARY:EXTC 'THIS IS POP' *
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £26.50.Doors open 7.00pm\, starts 7.30pm.This gig is for a standing audience. \nAge guidance: 14+ \nXTC’s legendary drummer\, Terry Chambers\, is back on the road with his band EXTC (named and approved by XTC frontman\, Andy Partridge). \nEmerging out of the post-punk and new-wave explosion of the late 70s\, XTC experienced global success touring with the likes of The Police and Talking Heads. Sadly\, their legions of loyal fans would be left in limbo when in 1982 XTC stopped touring\, becoming a studio-based entity. \nEXTC were formed in 2019 by XTC’s drummer Terry Chambers\, performing classic XTC material such as Making Plans Fo
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/extc-this-is-pop/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T220000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075202Z
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SUMMARY:The Black Charade x Fell Out Boy x Dookie | Colchester Arts Centre
DESCRIPTION:The ultimate Emo Night is coming with headline shows from The Black Charade (My Chemical Romance) and Fell Out Boy (Fall Out Boy) who got an endorsement from the real FOB. Playing all the hits from ‘Welcome To The Black Parade’ to ‘Sugar\, We’re Going Down’ this night is not to be missed! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/theblackcharadeukhttps://www.facebook.com/FellOutBoy \nDookie are the UK’s longest standing tribute to Green Day\, Having formed more than 15 years ago. Playing countless shows and events in the UK and Europe\, Playing hits from every decade of Green Day’s domination of Punk Rock from Christie Road\, Basket Case\, 86 to 21Guns …be sure not to miss out on a celebration of one of the most Iconic and much loved rock bands.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-black-charade-x-fell-out-boy-x-dookie-colchester-arts-centre/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T220000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075202Z
CREATED:20251210T071025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075202Z
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SUMMARY:The Black Charade x Fell Out Boy x Dookie | Colchester Arts Centre
DESCRIPTION:The ultimate Emo Night is coming with headline shows from The Black Charade (My Chemical Romance) and Fell Out Boy (Fall Out Boy) who got an endorsement from the real FOB. Playing all the hits from ‘Welcome To The Black Parade’ to ‘Sugar\, We’re Going Down’ this night is not to be missed! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/theblackcharadeukhttps://www.facebook.com/FellOutBoy \nDookie are the UK’s longest standing tribute to Green Day\, Having formed more than 15 years ago. Playing countless shows and events in the UK and Europe\, Playing hits from every decade of Green Day’s domination of Punk Rock from Christie Road\, Basket Case\, 86 to 21Guns …be sure not to miss out on a celebration of one of the most Iconic and much loved rock bands.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-black-charade-x-fell-out-boy-x-dookie-colchester-arts-centre-2/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T223000
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SUMMARY:Red Hot Tribute Peppers
DESCRIPTION:TWM Live Presents: Red Hot Tribute Peppers – Performing the Music of The Red Hot Chili PeppersSaturday 21st February\, Doors 7:30pmThree Wise Monkeys\, ColchesterForming in early 2024\, Red Hot Tribute Peppers are four friends connected by a deep appreciation & love for all things Chili Peppers. Striving to recreate the bands’ legendary vibe\, sound & style on stage.Doors open at 7:30 PM\, with tickets priced at just £15 plus booking fee. Don’t miss this chance to relive the magic of The Red Hot Chili Peppers greatest hits\, performed with passion and precision by one of the freshest tribute acts around.Grab your tickets now!Please note that access to the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys does not have a lift\, but there are rest opportunities between each flight of stairs.Viewer discretion is advised: This show may potentially contain flashing and strobing lighting effects.We wanted to inform you of our refund policy regarding event tickets. Please note that we will be unable to process any ticket refunds within 7 days of the event.We understand that circumstances may arise that prevent you from attending the event\, but unfortunately\, we are unable to accommodate refund requests within this timeframe.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/red-hot-tribute-peppers/
LOCATION:60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
ORGANIZER;CN="Three Wise Monkeys Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T223000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075220Z
CREATED:20251202T071102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075220Z
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SUMMARY:The Paul McCartney Project Live
DESCRIPTION:An evening of music\, written by Paul McCartney and spanning over 70 years\, is performed by The Paul McCartney Project. The story of one of rock music’s most successful and talented songwriters is told through live music\, video and narrative and features songs from an enormous back catalogue including those from his time with Wings\, The Beatles and his solo career.Enjoy the power and energy of such hits as Live and Let Die\, Band on the Run\, Let ‘em In\, Silly Love Songs\, Hello Goodbye and many more.Don’t miss out on this incredible tribute to the legendary Paul McCartney. Get your tickets now!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-paul-mccartney-project-live/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, Headgate Theatre
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:The Kopy Katz @ Colchester\, Essex (Rockabilly\, Rock & Roll) 🎵🎶💥
DESCRIPTION:The Kopy Katz rock & roll into Colchester\, Essex on Saturday 21 February 2026 at Coda. Get ready for some high-octane rock & roll\, rockabilly & Americana mayhem. \nTHE BAND: \nThe Kopy Katz are a fun\, high-octane 3-piece band that play originals and cover songs by The Stray Cats plus classic 1950’s rockers (Eddie Cochran\, Johnny Burnette etc) and they even apply their own unique rockin’ sound to songs by T.Rex\, The Rolling Stones & others for something a little different. \nThe band supported The Stray Cats legend\, Slim Jim Phantom on his 2023 and 2022 UK tours and have also supported The Polecats this year\, as well as Restless and Darrel Higham & The Enforcers. \nCheck out their latest single DIRTY PINK CADILLAC and others on all major streaming and download platforms. \nVisit their website for more info & videos: www.thekopykatz.co.uk \nVENUE: \nCoda\, 63 High St\, Colchester\, Essex CO1 1DN \nThe Kopy Katz on stage 9pm. Free entry.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-kopy-katz-colchester-essex-rockabilly-rock-roll-%f0%9f%8e%b5%f0%9f%8e%b6%f0%9f%92%a5/
LOCATION:Coda\, Colchester\, Essex CO1 1DN
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075804Z
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SUMMARY:Vinyl Sessions: Bob Dylan - Blood on the Tracks
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £4Doors open 12pm\, show starts at 12:30pmThis show is for a seated audience. \nThe bar will be open throughout. \nBob Dylan / Blood on the Tracks \nThey (critics\, fans) call it Dylan’s ‘break-up album’\, and yeah\, there’s no shortage of battered emotions and accusatory finger-pointing to be found across its 10 tracks – but has a song cycle about love turning cold ever felt so counter-intuitively lush\, comforting and warm? For members of the faithful\, Blood on the Tracks is a centrepiece of the great man’s catalogue. for Dylan neophytes\, it’s perhaps the ideal entry point to discovering the complex\, multi-layered lyricism for which he’s so celebrated\, here beautifully recorded on wax using the finest studio technology of the time\, with Dylan himself in the producer’s chair. Free from the muffled clutter of his 60s period and the ill-advised sonic bombast of his (and\, to be fair\, most of his contemporaries’) 80s output\, the result is arguably among Dylan’s most pristine and contemporary-sounding records – with lots to chew on in the post-listening discussion\, we suspect… \nThe album playback will be followed by a Q&A session. \nAfter a short break\, we’ll follow the album with our usual ‘Dead Wax’ session. Bring along a vinyl disc of your choice and hear a track from it played through the Arts Centre PA. This can be anything you like\, for any reason – the more ‘out there’ the better.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/vinyl-sessions-bob-dylan-blood-on-the-tracks/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T213000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075012Z
CREATED:20260113T071037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075012Z
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SUMMARY:Derek Nash Organ Trio: "Smooth cool to groovy funk\, the music fizzes with energy." - The Guardian​
DESCRIPTION:Serving up classic cuts from Blue Note’s 50s and 60s back catalogue\, plus a few compositions from the Derek Nash Quartet and Sax Appeal repertoire\, the Organ Trio’s mix of jazz\, funk\, blues and Latin has made them firm favourites on the British jazz scene.​Led by Jools Holland’s lead saxophonist for over 20 years\, multi-award winner Derek is arguably the busiest jazz musician in the UK today. One of the most enthusiastic and engaging performers\, he’s also one of the hottest\, funkiest saxophone players around. \n​Aside from fronting his own groups\, and co-leading The Wonder of Stevie with Noel McCalla\, Derek has regularly performed\, recorded and guested with a diverse range of artists\, including Eric Clapton\, Booker T.\, Sir Paul McCartney\, Mezzoforte\, Sir Tom Jones\,Amy Winehouse\,Jack Bruce\, Bob Dorough\, Rumer\, David Benoit\, Ernie Watts\, Nelson Rangell\, Don and Dave Grusin\, and Shakatak.  \nOrganist Jim Watson has worked with Kurt Elling\, Sting\, Incognito\, former AWB front man Hamish Stuart\, Manu Katche\, and the BBC Radio Big Band. \nAs well as running is own club\, drummer George Double has worked with Dame Shirley Bassey\, Grammy Award winner Jack Jones\, Marc Almond\, Mica Paris\, Ruthie Henshall\, and Kym Mazelle. \n​With the Organ Trio\, you’re most definitley guaranteed a cracking evening’s music! \n​Derek Nash (Saxophones)\, Jim Watson (Organ)\, George Double (Drums).
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/derek-nash-organ-trio-smooth-cool-to-groovy-funk-the-music-fizzes-with-energy-the-guardian/
LOCATION:Wivenhoe Congregational Church\, 101 High Street\, Colchester\, CO7 9AB\, GB
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Wright":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260223T223000
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SUMMARY:The Brothers Gillespie *
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £15 / £14 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm\, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience. \nDescribed by Folk Radio UK as ‘weaving an especially compelling magic’\, and ‘showing British acoustic music in its best possible light’\, Northumbrian duo The Brothers Gillespie make music that is animated by lyrical songwriting\, fine fingerstyle guitar playing\, multi-instrumental musicianship and ‘the glorious tones of their blood harmony’ (Sam Lee). \nBrothers James and Sam Gillespie found their sound growing up in the fells and valleys of Northumberland\, their songs often describing relationships with wild places and the experience of finding oneself in a world alive with soul. The music comes to them most strongly when walking in the borderlands with their packs and instruments which remains a regular practice for them. This spirit is channeled into their live performances which have a rare and intimate energy\, both ethereal and earthy\, romantic and radical. The brothers have travelled far and wide with their music and have played at Cambridge and Sidmouth Folk Festivals and opened for Lankum and Sam Lee. In 2021 they featured in the English Heritage ‘Songs of England’ recording series that appeared on BBC Radio 4. The release of their new album ‘The Merciful Road’ (‘pure magic’\, Living Tradition) in Spring 2022 saw them embark on their most extensive national tour to date. \n‘The Merciful Road’ was recorded in a cottage by the banks of the river Tweed and like their previous album ‘The Fell’\, it blends rootsy\, acoustic elements to create a rich warm sound with a touch of vintage magic. In some ways it is an album about finding the thread of love and belonging in a world that seems to be nonetheless unravelling. \nThe brothers emerge from the time of lockdowns with a yet greater reverence for the joy and privilege of being with an audience in real time and space. \n‘Our music is inspired by the still wild soul of the land in which we live\, a land alive with presences\, not owned by anyone. It is about seeing with the eye of the heart and recovering our imaginations. It is about finding home\, belonging and each other in a world which is singing to us as we sing to it’. \n“Anyone who has seen the brothers live will surely attest that it is an experience that will stay with you. There is a feeling of warmth that exudes from them and affects everyone in the room” – Folk London \n“Not since the minimal chamber folk of Simon And Garfunkel has two voices and an acoustic guitar sounded so absolutely perfect.” FATEA \n“Stunning songs beautifully sung and played. Without doubt a classic in the making from a duo potent with potential.” – Northern Sky \n“Uncluttered\, simply but intoxicatingly arranged and adorned by their magical harmonies\, musically steeped in the earth\, grass and leaves that mark the pathways\, this is a road you really need to travel.” – Bright Young Folk \n“Warning to all folk fest and club orgs. book these lads while you still can because I have a feeling that they aren’t going to be short of work. – Mike Harding \n“The stars of the show were The Brother’s Gillespie – more than an hour of fantastic musicianship. Imagine the guitar work of the early Nic Jones\, the close harmony work of the Dransfields and the commitment and honesty of Bob Davenport rolled into two brothers and you’ll get some idea.” Mike Harding \nSupport: ANDREW MILLHAM is a nature and folk history writer\, with features and columns published in a wide range of national publications includingBBC Wildlife and Coast. His debut book\, Singing Like Larks (2023)\, is about the fascinating relationship between birds and traditional folk songs and has been described as “absolutely charming” by the Copper family and “a beautiful\, informative and fascinating book” by renown ornithologist Stephen Moss. Andrew performs songs from the book both unaccompanied and on acoustic guitar.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-brothers-gillespie/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T220000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075201Z
CREATED:20260127T071107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075201Z
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SUMMARY:Sixth Form College Battle of the Bands 2026 *
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £6.Doors open 7pm\, starts 7.30pm.This gig is for a standing audience. \nBands from the local college do battle! Lineup announced soon.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/sixth-form-college-battle-of-the-bands-2026/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260227T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260227T223000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075334Z
CREATED:20260210T071023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075334Z
UID:128270-1772220600-1772231400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wrong Jovi *
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £21.50.Doors open 7.30pm\, starts 8pm.This gig is for a standing audience. \nWrong Jovi are the The Best Bon Jovi Tribute Band In The World. Described by tribute band expert (Channel 4’s The Convention Crasher) and TV celebrity Justin Lee-Collins. \nWrong Jovi features some of the UKs finest professional musicians. With a set list crammed full of sing-along anthems\, live favourites and rarities\, audiences are guaranteed the ultimate Bon Jovi tribute show. \nFeaturing Ally as Jon Bon Jovi (X Factor\, The Singer Takes It All and Britains Got Talent) aka Jon Wrong Jovi on vocals\, Wrong Jovi have one of the UKs most talented front men leading the band through some of rock n rolls most legendary songs. Ally is backed by some of the UK’s most highly respected musicians. \nFounding member Mark provides Richie Sambora’s fiery guitar lines\, backing vocals and even lead vocals on occasion. Jon (David Bryan) on keyboards and Backing vocals\, Jim (Hugh McDonald) on bass and Backing vocals and Alex (Tico Torres) on drums complete the lineup. \nWith attention to detail in sound and performance\, Wrong Jovi were described as “better than the real thing” by Club 85\, Hitchin at their very first gig. \nhttps://youtu.be/SUARUfuldbM?list=TLGGrqK8SBmljGkxNzAyMjAyNQ
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/wrong-jovi-2/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260227T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260227T230000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075334Z
CREATED:20251008T071104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075334Z
UID:126476-1772222400-1772233200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wrong Jovi
DESCRIPTION:Wrong Jovi are the The Best Bon Jovi Tribute Band In The World. Described by tribute band expert (Channel 4’s The Convention Crasher) and TV celebrity Justin Lee-Collins. \nWrong Jovi features some of the UKs finest professional musicians. With a set list crammed full of sing-along anthems\, live favourites and rarities\, audiences are guaranteed the ultimate Bon Jovi tribute show. \nFeaturing Ally as Jon Bon Jovi (X Factor\, The Singer Takes It All and Britains Got Talent) aka Jon Wrong Jovi on vocals\, Wrong Jovi have one of the UKs most talented front men leading the band through some of rock n rolls most legendary songs. Ally is backed by some of the UK’s most highly respected musicians. \nFounding member Mark provides Richie Sambora’s fiery guitar lines\, backing vocals and even lead vocals on occasion. Jon (David Bryan) on keyboards and Backing vocals\, Jim (Hugh McDonald) on bass and Backing vocals and Alex (Tico Torres) on drums complete the lineup.  \nOne not to be missed !
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/wrong-jovi/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="EJB Promotions & Events":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T220000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075825Z
CREATED:20260105T071024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075825Z
UID:127632-1772305200-1772316000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Devout - Depeche Mode Tribute - Colchester
DESCRIPTION:The UK’s number one Depeche Mode Tribute act\, The Devout\, return to Colchester Arts Centre for a new show.. \nA show lasting over 2.5 hours of greatest hits with a nod to the legendary “Black Celebration” album\, celebrating it’s 40th anniversary!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-devout-depeche-mode-tribute-colchester/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Devout - Depeche Mode Tribute Act":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T220000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075147Z
CREATED:20260105T071024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075147Z
UID:127633-1772305200-1772316000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Robbed Zombie (Rob Zombie Tribute UK) + Destinesia + Six Sins Till Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Metal Mayhem Essex presents… \nEurope’s only Rob & White Zombie tribute band bring their stageshow performance up close and personal. \nSupport from local noise bandits Destinesiahttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090172650730 \nAlso Devon groove rockers Six Sins Till Sunday\, fresh from Bloodstock and performing at Breaking Bands and Hard Rock Hell 2026. A notched up Clutch if they had Pantera as road trip companions.https://www.facebook.com/SixSinsTillSunday/
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/robbed-zombie-rob-zombie-tribute-uk-destinesia-six-sins-till-sunday/
LOCATION:Coda Colchester\, Coda Colchester
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T220000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075147Z
CREATED:20260204T071019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075147Z
UID:128224-1772305200-1772316000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Robbed Zombie\, Dire Thorns and Six Sins Till Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Just a month out from this absolute banger. Robbed Zombie – Rob Zombie Tribute band UK are joined by Nu Death Metallers Dire Thorns and the incredible Six Sins Till Sunday for a night of utter awesomeness!!! Tickets are available at We Got Tickets.https://wegottickets.com/event/680688
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/robbed-zombie-dire-thorns-and-six-sins-till-sunday/
LOCATION:Coda Colchester\, Coda Colchester
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Metal Mayhem Essex":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T204500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T234500
DTSTAMP:20260827T220443Z
CREATED:20260225T071218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T220443Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music - Hoaxx
DESCRIPTION:The fab four return to blow the cobwebs off your weekend with their loud and brilliantly good covers! Join in the fun from 8:45pm!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/live-music-hoaxx/
LOCATION:55 The Cross\, CO7 9QL Wivenhoe\, United Kingdom\, 55 The Cross\, CO7 9QL Wivenhoe\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Horse &amp%3B Groom":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260303T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260303T180000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075825Z
CREATED:20251210T071027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075825Z
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SUMMARY:Mercury Reads: To Be You & Self Control
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Mercury Reads a series of lively rehearsed readings celebrating local voices and fresh new writing. Each event spotlights an exciting playwright from our region\, giving audiences the chance to see new stories take shape for the very first time. \nIn this session\, join us in the Upstairs Bar on Tue 3 Mar from 3.30pm as we look at Mercury Reads: To Be You by Esohe Uwadiae and Self Control by Ted Marriott. \n3.30pm: To Be You by Esohe UwadiaeShe’s dumped her fiancé\, quit her job and packed her bags. Now what? \nTo Be You is a semi-autobiographical character study into black identity\, chosen family and childhood. It follows an unnamed British Nigerian woman at the pivotal point of spontaneously moving to Nigeria to complete her youth service and how she got here. \nWhile packing up her childhood room in preparation\, our protagonist soon realises that secrets never lay dead. As photo albums and teenage memorabilia lead her down memory lane\, something in the shadows won’t stay buried and she is forced to confront the worst thing she has ever done. \n4.45pm: Self Control by Ted Marriott“I thought I should come here today\, because I reached a point where I wasn’t sure if I was here anymore. Or I was here to begin with.”  \nSelf Control is a one-man show that follows the story of Matthew\, who is on a quest to win back his boyfriend\, prove to everyone he’s got his shit together\, bury years of self-loathing and grief\, and throw his mum the best birthday party anyone has ever seen – easy. But with every step he takes forward\, he finds himself back in time\, in a club\, the ceiling of his flat\, his childhood bedroom\, or his flooded bathroom. He must do all he can to maintain some self control and get back to a reality of stasis and comfort before he loses himself forever. \nSelf Control is a funny\, heartbreaking and time-travelling tragicomedy\, exploring the contradictions and connections between men’s mental health and queer identity\, family\, love\, loss and how these are experienced physically and temporally. \nTed Marriott is the writer and performer of this piece.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/mercury-reads-to-be-you-self-control/
LOCATION:Mercury Theatre Colchester\, Mercury Theatre Colchester
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mercury Theatre Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T223000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075012Z
CREATED:20260210T071029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075012Z
UID:128275-1772825400-1772836200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute
DESCRIPTION:Creedence Clearwater Revival was a highly influential American rock band formed in El Cerrito California. Their music was a definitive synthesis of swamp rock blues country and rockabilly. \nKnown for songs such as Fortunate son\, Proud Mary\, Have you ever seen the rain among many others. \nJoin Creedence rising as we celebrate this legendary band. \nDoors 7:30pmMusic from 8pm until 10pm \nSadly as a Friday night ages 18+
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/creedence-clearwater-revival-tribute/
LOCATION:63 High street\, Colchester\, 63 High street\, Colchester
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Coda Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T223000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075012Z
CREATED:20250527T071041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075012Z
UID:124754-1772911800-1772922600@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Drag Me To The 80s
DESCRIPTION:DRAG ME TO THE80’S  \nMeet the cast of our 80’s Divas and join us on an unforgettable journey as this amazing production delivers a dazzling fusion of nostalgia\, empowerment and a celebration of the extraordinary. \nGet ready to dance\, sing and be captivated by the powerhouse vocals of the queens who redefine the stage and bring the spirit of the 80’s roaring back to life. \nThe show features an incredible full live band and the music of Kylie\, Madonna\, Whitney\, Bananarama \, Queen\, Abba\, Rick Astley\, Pet Shop Boys \, Erasure\,Duran Duran\, Wham\, Tina Turner and many more  \nTouring All Major Theatres 2024/25
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/drag-me-to-the-80s-2/
LOCATION:Colchester Charter Hall\, Colchester Charter Hall
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Drag Me To The 80s":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T223000
DTSTAMP:20260828T074914Z
CREATED:20260105T071025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T074914Z
UID:127639-1772911800-1772922600@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Artificial Monkeys (Arctic Monkeys Tribute)
DESCRIPTION:oin us for a night of Arctic Monkeys Tribute! Get ready for an unforgettable evening as the Artificial Monkeys take the stage! This talented quartet of experienced musicians is dedicated to bringing you the authentic sound and electrifying performance of the Arctic Monkeys. Known for their energetic shows\, the Artificial Monkeys deliver a note-for-note reproduction of iconic hits like “Do I Wanna Know?”\, “I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor\,” “When the Sun Goes Down\,” and many more.Don’t miss your chance to experience the excitement of live music with a band that captures the essence of one of the UK’s most beloved rock groups!Doors Open: 7:30 PMLocation: Three Wise Monkeys Top FloorTickets: £10 + booking feeGrab your tickets now and get ready to dance the night away!Please note that access to the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys does not have a lift\, but there are rest opportunities between each flight of stairs.Viewer discretion is advised: This show may potentially contain flashing and strobing lighting effects.We wanted to inform you of our refund policy regarding event tickets. Please note that we will be unable to process any ticket refunds within 7 days of the event. We understand that circumstances may arise that prevent you from attending the event\, but unfortunately\, we are unable to accommodate refund requests within this timeframe.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/artificial-monkeys-arctic-monkeys-tribute/
LOCATION:60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Three Wise Monkeys Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T223000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075146Z
CREATED:20260210T071032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075146Z
UID:128276-1772911800-1772922600@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Raz and Suzy Cramer at QSB
DESCRIPTION:A fabulous night of original live music with @Raz RAZ -An almost entirely instrumental 3-piece band featuring Dan Goldstone on guitar\, Pera Frank on bass\, and George Krethlow-Shaw on drums. Raz’s original music is a blend of Jazz\, Funk\, Surf\, Pop\, Rock Fusion; with the mission of pushing musical boundaries.“Raz is one of the most unique fusion bands in Essex. With their constant changes through many genres in their songs\, they express greatly and transition between them smoothly. Great band with superb connection between them all.” \nSupport by Colchester’s resident Goth Banjo Queen- Suzy Cramer-Alt pop/gothic folk singer songwriter- lyrically driven with sad\, surreal or comedic songs about people\, places and the ambiguity of life. Often velvet- clad and “ never knowingly underdressed”. \n“A clever and highly emotive songwriter”“Brave and thought-provoking”“ The right mix of sweet and ever so slightly scary!”
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/raz-and-suzy-cramer-at-qsb/
LOCATION:Queen St Brewhouse\, 7 - 9 Queen Street\, Colchester\, CO1 2PG\, GB
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Suzy Cramer":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T233000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075146Z
CREATED:20260224T071205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075146Z
UID:129123-1772911800-1772926200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Raz & Suzy Cramer @QSBH 7.3.2026
DESCRIPTION:RAZ \nAn almost entirely instrumental 3-piece band featuring Dan Goldstone on guitar\, Pera Frank on bass\, and George Krethlow-Shaw on drums. Raz’s original music is a blend of Jazz\, Funk\, Surf\, Pop\, Rock Fusion; with the mission of pushing musical boundaries. “Raz is one of the most unique fusion bands in Essex. With their constant changes through many genres in their songs\, they express greatly and transition between them smoothly. Great band with superb connection between them all.” \nSupport from: \nSUZY CRAMER \nSuzy is a Colchester based multi-instrumental Alt-Pop-Gothic-Folk Singer Songwriter with an eclectic range of influences including Balkan and European Folk Music\, Pop and Rap- she is highly lyrically driven and writes about people\, places and the ambiguity of life with a repertoire that can be funny\, sad or surreal in equal measures! \nShe is quite often velvet-clad and describes herself as “never knowingly underdressed”… \nIn recent years she has fallen more in love with the banjo as her main solo instrument\, which she is keen to promote as a non- traditional female banjo player.  \nSuzy is also the Vocalist and Mandola/Mandolin player with Balkan Band “Balkan Hill”\, an Eastern European music trio\, and a member of London Balkan community band “Balkan Village Band”. Suzy sings in many different languages and will often pop some other languages into her own lyrics…. \nReviewer comments: \n“A clever and highly emotive songwriter” \n“I felt I knew the lady in the song” \n“brave and thought provoking” \n“the right mix of sweet but also slightly scary!” \n********************************************************************************************** \nhttps://www.facebook.com/musicallyhyperactive \nhttps://www.instagram.com/cramersuzy/ \nhttps://www.grapevinelive.co.uk/listings/raz-and-suzy-cramer-at-qsb/
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/raz-suzy-cramer-qsbh-7-3-2026/
LOCATION:Queen St Brewhouse\, 7 - 9 Queen Street\, Colchester\, CO1 2PG\, GB
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Raz":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260308T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260308T160000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075201Z
CREATED:20260105T071026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075201Z
UID:127640-1772964000-1772985600@keepcolchestercool.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sundays on the Square
DESCRIPTION:Sundays on the Square launches on Sunday 8th March 2026! \nA brand-new Monthly Sunday market is coming to the city centre as Sundays on the Square launches in the newly built St Nicholas Square\, with live music playing throughout the afternoon. \nThe market will feature a curated mix of independent local traders\, including street food\, drinks\, crafts\, gifts and locally made products\, all set against a backdrop of live performances. From solo artists to small bands\, music will create a lively\, welcoming atmosphere — the perfect place to stop\, eat\, listen and enjoy the new square. \nSundays on the Square is free to attend\, open to everyone\, and celebrates local talent — both traders and musicians — while bringing energy and life to the town centre on a Sunday. \n📅 Launch date: Sunday 8th March 2026📍 Location: St Nicholas Square🎟 Entry: Free🎶 Live music throughout the afternoon | Local traders | City-centre vibes \nCome along and enjoy a Sunday filled with music\, food and community spirit in the heart of the city.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/sundays-on-the-square/
LOCATION:Colchester
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260308T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260308T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T075738Z
CREATED:20260225T071221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T075738Z
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SUMMARY:Vinyl Sessions: The The - Soul Mining
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £4Doors open 12pm\, show starts at 12:30pmThis show is for a seated audience. \nThe bar will be open throughout. \nThe The / Soul Mining \nMost of us will muddle through the emotional intensity of late adolescence before moving on with the rest of our lives – but if you’re Matt Johnson\, you shut yourself away in the bedroom above the Stratford pub your parents run\, and channel all that self-doubt and sense of isolation into what will eventually become the deeply introspective lyrics of your debut album. ‘The The’ was essentially a loose collective of mates and session musicians with Johnson at the centre calling the creative shots\, and it was an approach that paid dividends on Soul Mining. Operating at a place where post-punk meets synthpop and landing somewhere neatly in the middle\, Johnson’s sometimes despondent words (‘Another year over and what have I done? / My aspirations have shrivelled in the sun’) are brought to vivid life here\, with walloping drums\, sparkling guitar figures and even a piano solo from a certain Jools Holland at one point. You won’t find many albums that could accommodate the wistful\, big-hearted warmth of a song like ‘This Is the Day’ AND the full-throttle\, beat-driven closing track ‘Giant’ – but this one did\, and went on to become an 80s cult classic that demands to be heard loud. \nThe album playback will be followed by a Q&A session. \nAfter a short break\, we’ll follow the album with our usual ‘Dead Wax’ session. Bring along a vinyl disc of your choice and hear a track from it played through the Arts Centre PA. This can be anything you like\, for any reason – the more ‘out there’ the better.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/vinyl-sessions-the-the-soul-mining/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Sam Carter *
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £16.50.Doors open 7.30pm\, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience. \n‘Sam Carter is a brilliant guitarist and songwriter who combines the observational with social comment and personal reflection’ Songlines \n‘A singer who can hold the audience spellbound all by himself’ R2 \n‘Really wonderful’ Jools Holland \nMidlands-born Sam Carter is a BBC Folk Award-winning singer-songwriter and guitarist renowned for his lyrical storytelling\, which Uncut described as being “as penetrating as Richard Thompson’s best work”. \nFor over 15 years\, he has been stirring audiences from Camden to Canada\, from major festivals to intimate clubs. Carter’s expressive fingerpicking led Jon Boden of Bellowhead to call him “the finest English-style fingerpicking guitarist of his generation\,” while Ivor Novello-winner Nitin Sawhney has praised his “killer voice.” \nWith a discography that spans six solo albums and two releases with the folk-rock band False Lights\, Carter’s music reflects a blend of traditional English folk\, shape-note singing\, and rock. Notable highlights in his career include a spellbinding performance on Later… with Jools Holland\, where he played songs from his shape-note-inspired album The No Testament alongside renowned fiddler Sam Sweeney. \nCarter’s latest album release\, the acclaimed Top 40 Folk Chart album Silver Horizon\, has cemented his reputation as a skilful blender of ancient and modern. Produced by Andy Bell at the remote Red Kite Studios in Wales\, the album’s 11 indie-folk songs create a dreamlike soundscape\, with guitarist Stuart McCallum (The Breath) adding lush\, reverb-soaked textures. Carter says of this work\, “I’m still dealing with themes of love\, loss\, and change… but sketching events in an impressionistic way gives the songs more room to breathe.” \nSam Carter’s live performances are nothing short of captivating\, filled with the raw honesty\, humour\, and skilled musicianship that underscore his standing as one of contemporary folk’s brightest talents. \nSupport: The Washed Up Folk BandThe Washed Up Folk band hail from the misty shores of Essex and Suffolk with a unique brand of traditional folk story-telling and modern arrangements. “They intelligently weave together dynamic arrangements with rich vocal harmonies and insightful emotional depth\, creating a compelling listen.” – Folk and Honey.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/sam-carter/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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