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Thread #131366   Message #2962774
Posted By: Tug the Cox
11-Aug-10 - 09:06 AM
Thread Name: owt happening in Devon folky wise
Subject: RE: owt happening in Devon folky wise
Here's the latest Exmouth update

Hi all, sorry for being a bit late this month....have been enjoying the fun in
> Sidmouth...some memorable evnts, and a host of locals performing around the
> festival.
>
> First the bad news..... The music at the Bicton Inn has been suspended pending
> licensing investigations etc following some complaints about the loudness of a
> disco night....but now all music is in danger. So no sessions this month
> though it might still be possible to hold the acoustic only traditional tunes
> session on the 3rd Wednesday....18th.
>
> Folk Night at the Manor is on Tuesday 17th, with a strong line up expected.
> Open to all, free. 8.00pm.
> There is also a Fifth Tuesday Showcase on 31st, featuring Josie Loyd, with a
> sound of the deeep south on her metal guitar, Adam Sweet, a truly gifted
> guitarist from Lyme Regis, and thr Wonderful Phil Henry and Hannah Martin.
> Should be a great night.
>
> Regular sessions
> 11a Church St....Every Wednesday from 8.30. Open Mic and guests.
> The Old Barrell.. Open Mic every Weds from 8.30..all welcome.
> The Beacon Vaults. Open acoustic Jam every Weds, from 8.30.
> Lympstone Folk...The Globe. Second Wednesday ( 11th)
> Nashville Rash....Americana, third Thurs..19th....Old barrell.
> Dave Green showcase...new venue...Old Barrell, 4th Thurs 26th.
>
> Special event. Thurs 6th Paul Strange Quartet at the Old Barrell, Launch of
> Exmouth local currency...LETS...from 8.00.
>
>
> Look out for the Exe Aid charity Extravaganza on Sun 26th Sept. 13 bands in the
> hall, over 20 acoustic acts in the bar, and more events onthe lawns. Get that
> date in your diary now.
>
> Have a great month, on holiday or at home, cheers, jeff.
>