FRED MORRISON & MATHEU WATSON - Saturday 17th December 2011 sold out
Once described as the 'Jimi Hendrix' of the small pipes, Fred is an amazing musician who finds notes that others dream about. Equally at home on the small, uilleann or highland pipes and whistles he'll be ably accompanied by Matheu Watson on guitar. The Tin Hut is privileged to play host to one of the world's best in this field and a great night's entertainment is promised.
CAHALEN MORRISON & ELI WEST - Tuesday Nov. 29th 2011
American roots duo from Seattle.
With a handful of acoustic instruments (guitars, banjo, mandolin, slide-guitar) and the clear harmonies of bluegrass song traditions, Cahalen and Eli have created an entirely new strain of roots music.
Their sound crosses the warmth of old-time with the fierceness of bluegrass.
MICHAEL MARRA - Saturday 29th October 2011 sold out
JONATHAN PRAG Saturday 27th August. Spanish/classical guitar
The HOT SEATS Thursday 28th July 2011 sold out
The WILDERS May 10th 2011 sold out
"Hillbilly Riot"
Old time country, honky tonk & crazy fiddlin' from Kansas City Missouri. An energy packed act that threatens to lift the Tin Hut roof off. They're talent, pace and ever growing range of material, a lot self-penned, guarantees another superb night. Three sell-outs on the trot.
"They generate the kind of tunes that should leave vapour trails " The Scotsman
" Strap yourself in - they hit like a hurricane " Maverick
The WIYOS March 23rd 2011 sold out
The Wiyos are renowned as one of the most versatile and original bands on the rootsy Americana circuit, praised my many of the masters and appreciated by legendary BBC presenter, Bob Harris for their “great music”.
They draw their inspiration from classic acts such as The Hoosier Hotshots, Milton Brown & His Musical Brownies, Fats Waller, Spike Jones, Willie McTell, Gus Cannon & The Jug Stompers and The Mississippi Sheiks.
The ‘live’ performance is something to behold, with lashings of whiz-bang on top, as Seth Travins’ tasty bass drives resophonic, Hawaiian and lap steel, acoustic guitars, harmonica, washboard, an occasional flash of brass and much much more.
In 2009, the band was invited to be the opening act on the Big Summer Tour when Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson and John Mellencamp hit the road to take in 27 baseball parks across the USA.
In 2010 they wowed the UK with a headline show at Celtic Connections.
If you are still to be Wiyoed, as Seasick Steve says: “You’re in for a surprise.”
THE SARAH GILLESPIE TRIO February 3rd 2011
featuring Gilad Atzmon
Critically acclaimed Anglo American singer-songwriter Sarah Gillespie mixes blues, tango and urban folk accompanied by maverick producer, jazz composer and Blockhead, Gilad Atzmon. Touring with her new album ‘In the Current Climate’ Gillespie has played extensively across the UK and Europe in festivals, arts centres, theatres and clubs, building up a loyal fan base enchanted by her high octane performances of original songs, her witty onstage banter and the band’s formidable musicianship.
Sarah Gillespie – guitar & vocals, Gilad Atzmon, clarinet, accordion & sax, Ben Bastin – double bass.
TOM KITCHING & GREN BARTLEY November 19th 2010
'One of the brightest young acts on the folk scene today playing music of a remarkably broad range, the instruments spark, with the combination of the bright fiddle and the acclaimed finger picking style of Bartley' - Maverick Magazine
'Bartley proves to be an accomplished songwriter, with a restful voice that lulls its way into the mind and heart.'-Allmusic.com
'Tom must be one of the best young fiddlers in England, with a fluid style equally at ease with the English, American & Irish traditions' - Living Tradition
'A fresh faced marriage of British Folk and barnstorming bluegrass, by a duo who look destined for great things' - Properganda
EMILY BARKER & THE RED CLAY HALO Oct. 7th 2010
Playing guitar, violin, cello, accordion and flute and with geat vocals creating mesmerising 4-part harmonies,the girls have enjoyed many successes such as playing Glastonbury (Avalon Stage), Cambridge Folk Festival, End of the Road and the Big Session.
After picking up a BAFTA and a Royal Television Society award, their song 'Nostalgia' once again featured as main theme to the Wallander TV series.
ISLA STRING QUARTET Sept. 25th 2010
The Tin Hut's first classical concert features the London based Isla String Quartet, formed in 2007 who will present Beauty, Fire and Peace with Autumn from Vivaldi's Four Seasons, Double Violin Concerto by Bach and Schubert's Death and the Maiden.
The Isla Quartet, most of whom studied at The Royal Academy Of Music, will play these well known pieces with both skill and passion which should resound around the Tin Hut.
MALINKY Sept.4th 2010
photo Thomas Gavin
One of Scotland’s most distinctive and accomplished folk bands. Combining the very best of tradition and modernity, hard-earned experience and revitalised enthusiasm,
Malinky enter their second decade with
the world increasingly at their feet.
“It’s almost like getting several bands for the price of one”Living Tradition
"May be the finest young Scottish band since Silly Wizard" The Boston Globe
Sunday 8th August 2010 Tiller's Folly
Tiller's Folly are annual travellers to Scotland and produce a lively and warm stage act, combining smooth, clear vocals from guitarist/songwriter Bruce Coughlan with great backing from multi-instrumentalist Nolan Murray on mandolin/fiddle and Laurence Knight on bass/vocals.
Sunday 25th July 2010 The Wilders
Returning to the Tin Hut after a sell-out concert last year, from Kansas, with a musical soul that liesin the Ozarks & playing dobro, banjo & fiddle. There's old-time songs, heartbreak and hard-driving honky tonk ...and allegiances to Hank Williams & Johnny Cash. A high octane performance that takes the roof off
Sunday 30th May 2010 Shekoyokh
She’Koyokh is London’s “klezmer sensation” performing Eastern European and Balkan folk music at international festivals and concert halls, on BBC television and radio while keeping it real at weddings and on the streets.
This popular band is now at the forefront of the revival of Eastern European roots music in the UK, bringing a fresh, energy to an extensive repertoire ranging from exhilarating Bulgarian and Turkish music to soulful Ashkenazi melodies from the villages in Poland, Romania and the Ukraine.
Sunday March 21st 2010 Dick Gaughan
One of the best nights the Tin Hut has witnessed with a polished performance from a real professional. The songs were skillfully chosen from hard-hitting social comment numbers to old favourites including Burns and Hamish Henderson. They were of course delivered with feeling and power that kept the audience enthralled and on the edge of their seats. The accompanying guitarwork was at times amazing and in fact the instrumental numbers left one thinking there was more than one instrument on stage.
The night finished with everyone joining in the chorus of Geronimo's Cadillac and an encore of The Freedom Come All Ye. A great night indeed.
Monday February 15th 2010 Sara Grey & Kieron Means
Sara, originally from New Hampshire but based in Scotland for a good while, will be known to many of you in the Scottish folk scene as a wonderful singer and banjo player and who can also talk with authority about the songs she sings. Her son Kieron is also a strong singer and guitarist who has a broad range of material ranging from traditional to old time to contemporary folk.
Sunday 13th December 2009 Michael Marra
"Michael Marra is one of the most inspiring acts we have had here. His songs are finely crafted works of art, offering insightful observance into human behaviour tinged with wonderfully dark humour. Marra is a man for the people, so down to earth, but with a perception most of us mere mortals would die for! As a performer, his years of experience have given him the ability to put an audience instantly at ease, allowing them to fully enjoy his startling musicianship and spine tingling voice. There is a refreshing, rarely seen honesty and emotion to everything he does.
"Genius is not a word I use lightly, but Michael Marra falls comfortably into this category. Go see him as soon as you can."
(Mark Gordon, Scholars Notes, Scarborough, Yorkshire)
Saturday 14th November 2009 The Lost Brothers
The Irish duo have performed at Celtic Connections and been described as "cosmic Everly Brothers" and "Velvet and Garfunkel", with wonderful melodies and harmonising. The great Christy Moore is apparently a fan.
In addition we welcome back Clare Lindley as very able support.
Sunday 20th September 2009 The Hot Seats(formerly Special Ed & Shortbus)
A mixture of bluegrass and old-time mountain music had the Tin Hut audience clapping, stomping and baying for more when they performed last year - a truly roof-raising and memorable evening. For more on the unusual world of The Hot Seats have a look at their website...
Sunday 30th August 2009 Pokey LaFarge
Pokey LaFarge delivers a contagious mix of folk,
ragtime, and blues with dark, dreamy lyrics and a deeply powerful voice.
A performance wrapped in humour and quirky style
Friday 15th May 2009 Kirsty McGee & Mat Martin
Kirsty Mcgee is a maker of delicate yet stubborn songs, variously described as 'folk noir' and 'hobopop'. With multi-instrumentalist and musical partner Mat Martin. This is quiet and thoughtful music that stays with you, and grows, long after you first hear it.
'perfect understatement - not an extraneous word or note' - Karine Polwart
'absolutely superb, memorable... I love her songs, I love her way' - Bob Harris
Sunday 5th April 2009 Groanbox Boys
The welcome return of the successful Groanbox Boys who captivated the Tin Hut last year with their original and talented act. Hear accordian played as never before, listen to gripping original lyrics accompanied by great resonator guitarwork, banjo(gourd & conventional), harmonica and the " freedom boot "
Friday 20th March 2009 Concerts Flamenco
From Digby, Nova Scotia, Richard and Marta Moir perform traditional flamenco with emotive singing and virtuoso guitar, giving a taste of real flamenco as found in the small villages of Spain.
Saturday 28th February 2009 The Marc Atkinson Trio
This award winning Canadian trio good-naturedly welcome all listeners aboard for an intriguing, exhilarating & unforgettable ride. Melodically captivating instrumentals and extraordinary guitar dexterity with shades of Django Reinhardt!
Monday 19th January 2009 The Wilders
From Kansas, with a musical soul that lies in the Ozarks & playing dobro, banjo & fiddle. There's old-time songs, heartbreak and hard-driving honky tonk...and allegiances to Hank Williams & Johnny Cash High octane performance that takes the roof off.
Saturday 27th December 2008 Clare Lindley & Brian Mullan
The duo formerly known as Bigfoot return to the Tin Hut for the third time. A unique sound with roots in Celtic music, American folk & bluegrass. Brian is a classically trained cellist (acoustic & electric), Clare an accomplished fiddler & guitarist. Great vocals and a wide repertoire produce a wonderfully entertaining evening.
Thursday 27th November 2008 Rhiannon Giddens & Sxip Shirey
From North Carolina, Rhiannon has an amazing voice & sings folk, blues, gospel, pop, Gaelic...she is also vocalist with The Carolina Chocolate Drops who appear on Jools Holland on November 11th. Sxip is a legendary underground folk guitarist & composer from Brooklyn, whose bag of tricks includes a resophonic guitar, triple extended pennywhistle & mutant harmonica.
Tuesday 26th August 2008 Special Ed & the Shortbus
From Richmond, Virginia. A bluegrass/punk/blues 5 piece multi-instrumental band with lyrics to stop you in your tracks. A humorous, entertaining stage act and musical extravaganza!
Tuesday 15th July 2008 The Hunger Mountain Boys
From Massachusetts. This trio play a mixture of blue grass, swing and old-time country with crisp vocals accompanied by guitars, steel guitar, mandolin, fiddle and double bass. It produces a foot-tapping slick performance with great vocal harmonies to take you back in time.
Saturday 14th June 2008 Kirsty McGee & Mat Martin
From Manchester. Kirsty's self-penned songs of life, love and wanderlust are difficult to categorise but her soft, melodic voice with Mat's multi-instrumental accompaniment produce moving, thought provoking music. They appeared as support for Capercaillie at Celtic connections this year.
31st May 2008 Sinsheen
From Angus, Christine Kydd and Barbara Dymock. Pure and clear harmonic singing with gentle and sensitive guitar accompaniment. A chance to hear a good, sometimes animated performance of traditional and contemporary Scots songs, some of which are self-penned.
18th May 2008 The Groanbox Boys
From Brooklyn/London this duo, Cory Seznec and Michael Ward-Bergeman, play an 'eclectic foot-stompin', boot-shakin', claw-hammerin', box-pumpin', sweat-drippin'-from-ceilin' American folk and blues. Writing their own music, I think their "Hobo Heaven", with its mean harmonica, soulful lyrics and amazing accordian, is a joy to hear.
8th April 2008 Laura Boosinger & Josh Goforth
Their second visit to the Tin Hut, from N. Carolina. Appalachian mountain music. Laura's smooth voice alongside her skilled banjo playing, and with Josh's great guitar and vocal accompaniment, they thrilled a full hall last year.
28th February 2008 Phil Lee & John Sieger
From Nashville & Milwaukee. Phil's music can be described as country with a rock n' roll heart, with his road-worn voice, clever wordplay and skilled harmonica, he brings Bob Dylan to mind. John plays roots/rock/soul and is an accomplished singer/songwriter.
Returning to the Tin Hut after a sell-out concert last year, from Kansas, with a musical soul that liesin the Ozarks & playing dobro, banjo & fiddle. There's old-time songs, heartbreak and hard-driving honky tonk ...and allegiances to Hank Williams & Johnny Cash. A high octane performance that takes the roof off
"they stir the pot with Pogues-like intensity one minute before delivering a sweet ballad the next." Edmonton Journal
