Re Stringfury: The band had two absolutely storming gigs in the Anchor during the week (there are videos on Youtube if you didn't see them). I had people coming up to me at Bulverton congratulating me for "discovering" them (I didn't - it was Pete Rees who programmed them in the Anchor).

When I was asked only a few days before the Demon Barbers gig to provide a support act at late notice, I took a chance on Stringfury - this has happened before, most notably at Bulverton last year when Eddie Upton put Dyer Cummings in as a last-minute support act. And the Demons are well known for supporting youngsters and new talent, so it seemed to make sense. Unfortunately, on this occasion nerves got the better of the lads, which was gutting for them. But I know it's not the last we'll see of them - they just need a bit more experience and confidence, which will come with time - the talent is definitely there. They are doing something quite different to any other young folk-fusion band I can think of, and I like artists who take risks.

We'll definitely be seeing more of Dyer Cummings next year.