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The Brook, 466 Portswood Road, Portswood, Southampton SO17 3SD
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4th-7th Aug |
Eastleigh Summer Music FestivalMany Excellent Bands - Follow The Weblink! |
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 • The Proclaimers • The Saw Doctors • The Undertones • Kosheen • Rolf Harris • Beth Nielsen Chapman • Hayseed Dixie • Capercaillie • The Michael McGoldrick Band • Lunasa • Bellowhead • The Peatbog Faeries • Croft No. 5 • T & LaTouche (ex-Edward II) • Session A9 • The Country Joe Band • Martha Tilston • Simon Friend ('The Levellers') • The Duhks • Mark Saul • Perfect Alibi (Pink Floyd tribute) • 2-Tonic • Sticklebach •
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Fri 5th Aug |
Never The BrideDistinctive Heavy Rock with Captivating Female Vocals |
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 Living up to Roger Daltry's claim that Nikki Lamborn is the greatest female vocalist on the planet, Nikki goes along way to proving this tonight with a fantastic and powerful voice that even hits the ears of all at the bar at the other end of the tent. Combine this with the song writing abilities of Catherine Feeney to form an awesome duo, but don't forget the rest of the band as Murray Gould on guitar has played with the likes of Elton John and is currently working with Dido, John Tonks on drums has worked with Fish, Raulo Mallo, Thunder, Lamb and many more and bassist Greg Harwoods has worked with James Brown and Barry white to just name two of many. Putting all these fine musicians together was sure to turn out with a good result but not only was it a good result it was a brilliant result with a great response.
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Support By Dave Evans and The Dead-LineFormerly the HeadHunters |
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Sat 6th Aug |
Sinner Boy(Rory Gallagher Tribute) |
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Since 1996 Barry has organized the annual Rory Gallagher tribute gig at Dukinfield Town Hall, near Ashton-Under-Lyne, Lancashire, making this the first, and the longest running Rory Tribute in the world. Currently established as one of the main events on the Rory calendar, and forced to re-locate to Sheffield, it continues to grow and now 'The Rory Gig' attracts audiences in excess of four hundred people from throughout the UK and abroad. The same impetus to celebrate Rory's genius led Barry to form a tribute band with two like-minded musicians - bassist Dave Burns and drummer Steve Richardson. Both Dave and Steve are lifelong Rory fans, not just some rhythm section that Barry has cobbled together, and it shows! Together as Sinnerboy and driven by belief, enthusiasm and passion, it's the bands stated aim to be amongst the best Rory Gallagher tribute acts in the world. Sinnerboy are ever-presents at all the major Rory festivals throughout the world and were Donal Gallagher's choice of band for the first London festival at Hammersmith (Donal calls them his favourite 'boy' band!) |
Guitarist and singer Barry Barnes is one of Europe's most active enthusiasts working to keep alive the music and memory of Rory Gallagher. | top :: |
Sat 2nd Dec |
Into The BleachBlondie Tribute |
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The band play regularly throughout the UK as well as to fans in Moscow, Rome, Spain, Northern and Southern Ireland. Into The Bleach are also the ONLY Blondie Tribute to be seen performing live by members of Blondie and are officially endorsed by the original band themselves. Into The Bleach are a highly popular and talented collection of musicians in their own right and play to packed venues such as Theatres, live music venues and private parties. Want to see the band in action? Why not download a video clip from the audio and video page on their web-site? Check out quotes from members of Blondie themselves and also read what the national press, agents, venues and fans have to say about the UK's leading Blondie tribute band. "Fantastic voice... should be on Broadway. Sam can play Debbie. Pitch Perfect." Clem Burke "...if you haven't seen it you should check it out. Sam, great job on the new stuff!' Kevin Patrick |
The band have been performing live concerts to thrilled audiences for over 10 years and have earned the reputation as Europe's Leading Tribute to Blondie and Debbie Harry. | top :: |
Fri 12th Aug |
Are You ExperiencedJimi Hendrix Tribute |
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 The band are proud to be playing the timeless music of JIMI HENDRIX, providing some nostalgic moments for those lucky people who actually witnessed Jimi in the flesh and recreating some of the magic for a new and eager audience.
Yes, there was and always will be only one, JIMI HENDRIX.
Catch 'ARE YOU EXPERIENCED?' when they come to town and relive the excitement and explosive stage show of the JIMI HENDRIX EXPERIENCE. Let the band take you through all the favourites like 'Hey Joe', 'Voodoo Chile', 'All Along The Watchtower', 'Foxy Lady' and 'Little Wing', culminating in the guitar-burning finale of Wild Thing.
'The Legend Lives On………..' |
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Sat 13th Aug |
Gunz n RozesThe Most Dangerous Tribute Band In The World! |
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Gunz N' Rozes are: Frontman GARRY CROWLEY's appearance on T.V.'s "Stars In Their Eyes", won so much acclaim that he was asked back to appear on the show's Christmas Special. He also performed vocals on N-Trance's recording of the Guns N' Roses classic "Paradise City". N.G.P. (Rhythm). NGP's energetic impersonation of IZZY STRADLIN's stage performance and guitar work, makes his physical resemblance a bonus. He also does much of the backing vocals, always spot on. SNAKE (Bass). Snake's hard edged bass style cuts through with punk attitude allowing his impression of DUFF McKAGAN to be uncannily accurate. STEVE HARCOURT (Drums). Recreates MATT SORUM's drumming with unswerving confidence. He is a drummer experienced in many techniques whose love lies in heavier styles. JOE HARCOURT (Lead Guitar). His performance as lead guitarist SLASH is simply superb, all of his classic riffs and solos are recreated note for note, and Joe's physical appearance is remarkably similar to Slash. All the classic tracks including "Paradise City", "You Could Be Mine", "Sweet Child O' Mine", "Welcome to the Jungle", etc, etc, are performed by the band along with many other songs from the albums, "Appetite for Destruction", "G N' R Lies", and "Use Your Illusion I and II". |
Anyone who has seen this tribute to L.A. based supergroup GUNS N' ROSES will readily agree with their reputation as one of the most exciting tribute bands on the circuit today. The band's ability to combine their heavy metal technique with punk attitude has seen them receiving ecstatic reviews all over Britain, and their raw energy and frighteningly good stage show has led to GUNZ N' ROZES being labelled "THE MOST DANGEROUS TRIBUTE BAND IN THE WORLD" | top :: |
Thu 18th Aug |
Cream'd - Cancelled
Musical Appreciation of Cream
We appologise for the fact that this gig has been cancelled. It
will be re-scheduled in the spring. If you have bought tickets for
the event - you can pop into or call the Brook for a refund or an
exchange on (023) 8055 5366.
If you have bought tickets on-line then We Got Tickets should contact
you.
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 The musical equivalent to ´Where Eagles Dare´ - Recreating the music of Ginger Baker, Jack Bruce & Eric Clapton
As Cream were in 1967, the three members of Cream´d: Ray Minhinnett - Gtr./vocals, Ian Ellis - Bass/Vocals, and Steve Dixon - Drums, are all highly respected performers, and rated as the best in their fields by their peers in the Music Industry, not only as Artists, and Writers, but also as Producers. Between them, they have played on a multitude of hit singles and Albums with Artists such as: Pete Townsend, Russ Ballard, Ian Gillan (Deep Purple), Frankie Millers´ Full House, Savoy Brown, Ray Davies, Chris de Burgh, The Sensational Alex Harvey Band. The list, and the pedigree is endless...
Lead Guitarist Ray Minhinnett, was nominated by the British Blues Connection, (the English arm of the U.S. Blues Foundation), for the Award for Best British Blues Guitarist along with Gary Moore, Rory Gallagher, and Eric Clapton himself. He also received the Award for Best British Blues Songwriter from Paul Jones on his BBC Radio 2 R´nB show for a song from his first solo album - ´Don't get mad, get even´ - this Album remained in the top ten Best Sellers, in the H.M.V./Our Price - Blues Chart for almost eighteen months... |
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Fri 19th Aug |
The BlockheadsIan Dury's Former Band - Still The Funkiest Band In The Land |
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Formed in 1977 to promote Ian Dury's' album "New Boots and Panties" on the first Stiff Records tour of the UK, Chaz Jankel, Norman Watt-Roy, Charlie Charles, John Turnbull and Mick Gallagher became known as 'The Blockheads' (a reference to a song on Ian's album). As 'Ian Dury & The Blockheads' they went back out on tour, this time without Chaz Jankel, and in 1978 released 'What a Waste' a single that reached No 5 in the UK charts. They were then joined by saxophonist Davey Payne and toured the USA supporting Lou Reed across North America ending with their own dates in California. In late 1978 Chaz returned to the fold and composed "Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick" with Ian. The band recorded it in The Workhouse Studios, Old Kent Road, London and in 1979 had a No 1 hit record with it in the UK. Ian Dury & The Blockheads went on to record the "Do It Yourself" album and toured Europe and the UK, recording the single "Reasons to be Cheerful, Part 3" in Rome. Released as a single in late 1979 it reached No 3 in the U.K. charts. In 1980 Chaz, once again left the band to pursue solo projects in California and Wilko Johnson joined Ian, Norman, Johnny, Charlie, Mickey and Davey to record and release a third album for Stiff Records called "Laughter" and released "I Want To Be Straight' and "Supermans Big Sister" as singles. They toured throughout 1981 in the UK and Europe, sometimes augmented by Don Cherry on trumpet, ending the year with a tour of Australia. In 1982 Ian Dury & The Blockheads disbanded and were not to play together again until 1987 when they went out to Japan in June to play three shows in four days, disbanding again until 1990, when the death of Charlie Charles in September of that year re-united them to play two benefit gigs at The Forum, Camden Town in aid of Charlies' family. Chaz returned from America and Steven Monti picked up the drumsticks for the hottest ticket in town. The band, now augmented by Merlin Rhys-Jones on guitar and Will Parnell on percussion, recorded a live album "Warts & Audience" at the Brixton Academy in December 1990. Chaz returned to California and the band toured Spain in January 1991. Once again the band stopped working until August 1994 when, with the return to England of Chaz, the band were invited to play the Madstock Festival in Finsbury Park in August which led to a series of hit and run gigs in Europe, Ireland, the UK and Japan throughout the rest of 1994 and 1995. In March 1996 Ian was diagnosed with cancer and, after recovering from an operation, was determined to write another album. To this end The Blockheads went into rehearsal in August 1996 and began recording at Air Studios, London in October. The album "Mr. Lovepants" was released in 1998 and in May, Ian & The Blockheads hit the road again. This time with Dylan Howe replacing Steve Monti on drums. In August Davey Payne left and was replaced by Gilad Atzmon. This line up continued to play gigs throughout 1999. The last performance by Ian Dury & The Blockheads was February 6, 2000 at The London Palladium. Ian died on 27th March 2000. In 2002 The Blockheads released "Ten Turnips From The Tip" a collection of songs they had been working on with Ian over the last couple of years before his death. Several of the tracks are now a staple part of their act which covers all the hits and crowd favourites like "Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll". Preview by Peter Ashton |
We welcome back the funkiest band in the land, The Blockheads, who are still keeping the music of the late Ian Dury alive, over six years after his death.
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Sat 20th Aug |
The Queens"The most entertaining and exciting Queen tribute band" |
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The band have rocked many large audiences, from hardcore Queen fans at the Official International Queen Fan Club Convention, to a 6,000 strong crowd at Cowes week. With an energetic stageshow and outrageous costume changes, The Queens are the closest you'll get to experiencing Queen perform live. "They were very impressive, great sound and show!" Jackie Smith, Official International Queen Fan Club Convention. The show includes such classics as Fat Bottomed Girls, Killer Queen, Another One Bites the Dust, Bohemian Rhapsody, We are the Champions and many more. |
The Queens perform a show packed with the hits, anthems and live favourites from the world's most majestic rock 'n' roll band. With great attention to detail, they bring you the look, sound, raw energy and showmanship of Queens' most memorable live gigs, faithfully recreating highlights of their Live Killers Tour '79, Montreal '81, Milton Keynes Bowl '82 and Wembley '86.| top :: |
Thu 25th Aug |
Waking Up The NeighboursBryan Adams Tribute (includes former members of 69) |
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of Bryan Adams are in for a treat when top
tribute band 'Waking Up The Neighbours' put
on one of their renowned tribute shows at The Brook in Southampton.The combined musical experience of the five band members ensures that old favourites like Run To You, Heaven, Everything I Do and Somebody are performed with passion, closely matching the original album versions. Current hits like Room Service and Open Road are also included and show how close the band's sound is to that of Bryan himself! Waking Up The Neighbours pride themselves on always giving a high-energy show with plenty of audience participation! So be warned....you better have your best singing voice with you as joining in is compulsory! |
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Fri 26th Aug |
2-TonicThe South's Finest SKA Band |
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"2 tonic arrived on stage and lifted the atmosphere up a few more notches until at one stage it seemed as though every person in the room was dancing at the same time. Even the people stood around the edges seemed to be bouncing up and down, whether they wanted to or not. Humberside seismic investigators later recorded a disturbance registering 3.2 on the Richter scale." | top :: |
Sat 27th Aug |
StipeR.E.M Tribute |
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 Stipe have been around since 1996. The first line-up was formed by Rick Southern and gigged mainly in the North of England and Scotland. Over the next few years Rick also fronted Midlands based "Monster" playing many gigs throughout the U.K and Europe, honing and perfecting Michael Stipe's very individual stage persona.
It was with "Monster" that Rick met Stipe keyboard player Pete. The new line-up of Stipe was completed in September 2002. This line-up brought together over thirty years of gigging experience of five talented and experienced musicians.
Since their debut on January 1st 2003 at the Limelight Club in Crewe, the band have played everything from small clubs to large festivals all across England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. The vast majority of venues hosting the band have asked for a return booking.
R.E.M. fans say really great things about Stipe. Fan sites like murmurs.com and myrem.com contain many threads about the band. Here are some quotes, taken from pages which can be accessed via the Reviews section of the website.
"arguably better than the live performance by REM themselves(dare I say that?)"Stipe have over sixty R.E.M songs in their repertoire. The list is continuing to grow. Just like R.E.M, this enables the band to change their set considerably and keeps everything sounding fresh. A tour is being arranged to coincide with R.E.M's own in 2005. There are many tribute bands that claim to be "the ultimate" or "the U.K's No.1". Stipe take this to another level; off-stage, down-to-earth and approachable - on-stage enthusiasm and energy make compelling viewing, maintaining the essence that is R.E.M. Stipe ARE the definitive R.E.M. tribute. |
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