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27 Mar 10 - 07:13 AM (#2873117) Subject: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: GUEST,Leila.. Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival.... 9th & 10th July 2010 The Wold Top Brewery, Wold Newton, Nr Driffield, East Yorkshire The 2nd Moonbeams Festival has secured a fantastic line up.. including.. Adrian Edmondson and The Bad Shepherds, Steve Tilston, Flossie Malavialle, Kat Gilmore & Jamie Roberts, Edwina Hayes and many more.. with other entertainment besides! Also.. the venue is right on top of the wolds with amazing views.. and even more amazing award winning ales! Evening Concert Friday 9th July with... 8pm till Midnight Adrian Edmondson & The Bad Shepherds Adrian Edmondson, (Vocals, mandolin), probably better known as a comedian in The Young Ones, Bottom and The Comic Strip Presents is joined by pipe virtuoso Troy Donockley and fiddler Andy Dinan. Starting out in 2008 they took the festival scene by storm in 2009 with their own brand of Folk/Punk, culminating in their being nominated for "Best Live Act" in the BBC 2 Awards. They have aldo recently launched their CD "Yan, Tan, Tethera, Methera" to much critical acclaim. www.thebadshepherds.com Katriona Gilmore & Jamie Roberts Kat (ex Tiny Tin Lady, still with Rosie Doonan Band and GMO) and Jamie (also in Kerfuffle) need very little introduction after their appearance here at last year's festival. This hard working couple released their album "Shadows and Half Light" to rave reviews, and "wow" audiences wherever they appear. Don't be surprised to see Kat in one of her other musical guises during the festival. www.gilmoreroberts.co.uk www.myspace.com/gilmoreroberts Saturday 10th July.. 12 noon till 12 Midnight Flossie Malavialle French born Flossie who now lives in N E England captivates audiences with her "franglais" humour and beautiful singing. Recently toured with Show of Hands and accompanied by Keith Donnelly with Fairport Convention. www.flossie-malavialle.co.uk www.myspace.com/flossie68 Steve Tilston Singer, songwriter and guitarist Steve is renowned as one of the greatest songwriters in the world, with his songs played and recorded by artists the world over. His latest album "Ziggurat" is a masterpiece of songs of love, greed, loss, war and gold. A master musician who's accomplishments include touring as guitarist with Ballet Rambert. www.steve-tilston.co.uk www.myspace.com/stevetilston Edwina Hayes "Local girl" Edwina needs no introduction having lately had her song "Feels Like Home" featured in the Hollywood movie "My Sisters's Keeper". Her busy gig list included the Nanci Griffiths UK Tour 2010 as well as solo appearances throughout the UK www.edwinahayes.com www.myspace.com/edwinahayes The Duncan McFarlane Band Probably the best Folk/Rock band on the scene, never fails to get everyone to their feet with strong British folk songs overridden with pumping riffs and boundless energy. The highlight of many festivals from Shrewsbury, Sidmouth and Otley guaranteed to lift you up. www.duncanmcfarlane.co.uk www.myspace/theduncammcfarlaneband Paul Liddell Paul is already a veteran of the acoustic music world, and his unique approach to his art which includes live sampling, building up layers of guitar and percussion during a song, rising to a truly amazing crescendo. www.paulliddell.com www.myspace/paulliddelllmusic The Gerry Mcneice Orchestra Multi-instrumentalist Gerry and his new band (which can be found in many combinations) consists of Gerry, Kat Gilmore (fiddle, mandolin and vocals) Ruth Wilde (double bass) and Liam McNeice (guitar). Musical influences, too many to mention. New CD "Small Town Boy" a must have! www.gerrymcneice.co.uk www.myspace.com/gerrymcneice The Dan Webster Band Scarborough born, residing in York, Dan's band features Rachel Brown (cello), Ed Simpson (drums), Dave Percival (guitar and backing vocals), Foda (bass guitar) and Ali Lawrence (piano and organ). " An outstanding emerging talent " – Radio 2. Recently released much acclaimed CD "Diamond Land". www.danwebster.co.uk www.myspace/danwebster78 Andy Stones Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter Andy hails from York and has a deep rooted love of music. Having supported Phil Beer, Heidi Talbot, John McCusker and Boo Hewardine Andy has developed his own style. His album "Not Before Time" is a collection of 10 of his own songs written over a 4 year period and is a delightful listen. www.myspace.com/andystones Anna Shannon Scarborough born Anna was born into a richly musical family with her grandfather being a concert pianist and her mother a jazz singer. It is then no surprise then that she became a multi-instrumentalist. To quote Vin Garbutt " Twice in the last few months I have had the honour of sharing the stage with Anna Shannon. She's a truly fine multi-instrumentalist, a great singer and as far as I am concerned, a major song writing talent. The clubs and festivals are yearning for what she has to offer" www.annashannon.co.uk www.myspace/annashannon Miles Cain Miles Cain is a writer, storyteller and musician based in York. Miles own songs are influenced by Van Morrison, Bob Dylan, Billy Bragg and Bruce Springsteen, and he has several albums to his name. Miles has written for radio, newspapers and magazines including Radio 4, Sunday Times, Daily Telegraph and The Independent. www.milescain.com www.myspace/milescainukinformation Two Two girls, Two guitars, Two voices, Helen Turner and Sharon Winfield causing a stir with their debut album "One". York based duo weave intricate patterns both vocally and instrumentally. www.myspace.com/turnerwinfieldoriginals With interval entertainment from... Flash Company, Yorkshire Coast Morris Dancers, Theatre on the Wolds... & of course Ron Davies! Tickets are now on sale and will sell quickly, so we advise you to book early Weekend Festival Camping Ticket Adult £40 Youth (12 - 16yrs) £20 Weekend Festival Non Camping Ticket Adult £35 Youth (12 - 16yrs) £15 Under 12s free Tickets are available through Paypal at www.woldtopbrewery.co.uk or BY POST! by sending a SAE and cheque made payable to 'Moonbeams Folk Festival' The Lodge Cottage, Lowthorpe, Driffield, East Yorkshire YO25 4AS or from Sharon at Street Styles, Middle Street North, Driffield.. For any more information contact.. moonbeamsacoustic@hotmail.com or 07810 831317 We look forward to welcoming you to the 2nd Moonbeams Wold Top Festival leila x PS For those of you who missed last year's festival, click here for a taste of what you missed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P_INiBIdxOk |
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31 Mar 10 - 02:10 PM (#2876658) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: GUEST,leila. Refresh.... :-) |
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31 Mar 10 - 03:12 PM (#2876727) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: theleveller Come on everyone, get your tickets - it's going to be great. Hope you're having that great singaround tent again, Leila. That was fab! |
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07 Jun 10 - 05:31 AM (#2922212) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: GUEST,leila.. Some tickets left!.. |
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07 Jun 10 - 12:48 PM (#2922439) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: BusyBee Paul Not long now................! |
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03 Jul 10 - 10:51 AM (#2939129) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: GUEST,leila.. This Festival is now Sold Out.. There will be no tickets available on the gate! See you next Friday to all of you who already have your tickets.. Cannot wait! :-) leila |
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04 Jul 10 - 07:34 AM (#2939521) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: GUEST,DICKY BOY Nice to hear festivals selling out of tickets,well done Leila!. |
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05 Jul 10 - 03:10 AM (#2939931) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: theleveller See you there, Dicky! |
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11 Jul 10 - 07:47 AM (#2943376) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: GUEST,ella ;D good weekend at moonbeam, cant wait till nxt year :D xxxx |
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11 Jul 10 - 08:29 AM (#2943393) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: theleveller Good? It was BRILLIANT! Best festival we've ever been to. Thanks to Leila and all her team (especially the wonderful Mr and Mrs McNeice) for giving us such a good time. Still haven't come down yet! |
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11 Jul 10 - 09:48 AM (#2943411) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: HipflaskAndy I'm with 'theleveller' on that one - I still haven't cone down yet either! HUGE thanks to Leila and all her wonderful staff - particularly Barbara and co, that slaved all w/e in that hot kitchen feeding artists, crew, stewards et al - (and we sure ate all!) twas a magnificent effort by those good ladies that even 'cooked themselves' in there!!! Thanks too, to Brewery owner Tom (and family) for having this fest amidst their wonderful set-up, high on the hill - and to all the brewery staff - they worked their socks off too. Cheers Tom - you're a star! The weather was just brilliant too!! But Leila - it's all down to your hard work - thabnks for pulling it all together - love ya! Big raps to all the artists, sound-crew - and all - we had a ball amongst you good people... Lastly - what a crowd! Hats-off to that audience last night - The whole barn danced and moved and sang as one. It was truly a magnificent sight for us as we whacked through our set - what a crowd! Thank you, one and all! Yours - knackered, but high - Duncan McFarlane - on behalf of all his crew. |
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11 Jul 10 - 02:37 PM (#2943546) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: BusyBee Paul I'm still aching from all that dancing! Fantastic weekend, thanks Leila and team. Deirdre |
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11 Jul 10 - 03:37 PM (#2943566) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: GUEST,joan eley My FirstFolk Fest and def not my last had the best time ,with wonderful people who all made us feel welcome, thank you to the organisers who did a brilliant job, see you all athe next venue X |
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11 Jul 10 - 05:01 PM (#2943599) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: GUEST,leila.. Wow.. I totally am lost for words now.. and also lost my voice! Thank you for your such kind words Dunc.. they really mean alot!.. they really do!!!! I knew last year was going to take some beating.. but to my amazement.. it was even better.. I really didnt think it was going to be possible! :-) Fab people happy from start to finish, top notch beers, all my favourite artists, a buzzing campsite full of flags blowing in the slight breeze against the blue skies, face painted children loving being part of the festival.. all these things have made me the happiest girl on the Wolds! Not to mention the top quality acts one after the other.. the Bad Shepherds kick started the festival and set the barn rocking! and The Duncan McFarlane Band closed the festival and blew the roof right off... it really was one of those gigs! it cannot be put into words! See you next Year! Ps.. a day nicely finished off with tickets for next year selling non stop today! |
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12 Jul 10 - 07:48 AM (#2943841) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: Pistachio Leila, Congratulations on your fab weekend. Saw some Facebook comments and saw the bit on TV last night, shame they didn't put you on screen, we all know what Mr E looks like, and he loves festivals... but YOU ORGANISED this one and should have been seen too. Sorry I didn't get a leave pass for the weekend. What date have you set for next year?? (Hissy!)Hazel xx |
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12 Jul 10 - 07:52 AM (#2943843) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: Pistachio PS Leila, can you pm me please - Hazel, What a great summer it's turning out to be? Good to see you at BevFF last month. What's next? |
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12 Jul 10 - 01:59 PM (#2944055) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: GUEST,DICKY BOY Bloody fantastic! well done to everybody involved in making such a great weekend, super little festival. |
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20 Jul 10 - 05:33 PM (#2948572) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: GUEST,leila.. Festival next year is on 8th & 9th July 2011.. loads of tickets sold already! Hazel.. I am just a guest.. and I have no idea how to pm! How blonde is that!?! But please do email me and I will get straight back to you! moonbeamsacoustic@hotmail.com A film of the festival has been made.. do take a look! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I45wiqmiZa0 |
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20 Jul 10 - 05:35 PM (#2948573) Subject: RE: Moonbeams Wold Top Folk Festival 2010! From: GUEST,leila. Ps.. thanx for your lovely words Hazel..! I'm having a lovely summer!! with lots of ideas to follow.... :-) |