Additional acts 2007 (continued).
Waffal
Denis
Sabey - Banjola, Banjo, Dojo and Accordion, Steve Bailey – Guitar, Melodeon and
Harmonica, Al Harris – Bass. A recently formed Nottingham trio, all originally
from Yorkshire, perform Traditional, Classic and Political Acoustic Folk. Denis
does the majority of the lead singing and harmonies flow freely. Waffal have
recently released their 1st CD: Characters & Causes.
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Mick Lawlor
Singer
Songwriter Mick Lawlor has been known in the Nottingham area for the last 30
years, both as a Solo Performer and in various ensembles. He has recently
released a CD of self penned songs called “The Love and The Lie” and continues
to teach Guitar and Mandolin in the city.
Mick’s Irish heritage and interest in both British and American styles are
clearly the inspiration behind the CD and his newer post CD songs.
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Pete Smith & Chris Williams
Two
extremely versatile and accomplished guitarists of national repute, playing a
mixture of jazz, blues, folk, ragtime and bluegrass, indeed pretty much anything
that sounds good! You will be treated to some blistering finger-style technique
and lightening improvisation, finger-picking chords at very fast tempos
interspersed with walking bass lines and counterpoint harmony. Highly skilful
and entertaining and fantastic story telling too.
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Hex
Hex
perform a savage rendition of traditional 3-part harmony, featuring rousing
shanties and chorus songs. Not for the squeamish! The powerful and authentic
folk voices combine to chilling effect. There's nothing sweet or operatic about
these harmonies so prepare to feel the hairs stand up on the back of your neck.
Hex are Ruth Price, Terry Dix and Linda Dix.
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