***GIG CANCELLED*** Next gig and a few things to look out for...

***THIS MONTHS GIG HAS BEEN CANCELLED. We hope to book Old Ghosts and Jamie Harrison for a gig in the next couple of months***

So, we're very exctied about the next Hooting and Howling gig this Wednesday. We've got two great musicians booked...

Wednesday 9 March | 8pm | £5 on the door
Old Ghosts and Jamie Harrison

Old Ghosts
Old Ghosts play gutsy bluesy folk, the kind of music that should be enjoyed with a glass of wine, stamping feet and puts the world to rights. ‘Definitely worth sticking with Old Ghosts’, that’s what BBC Introducing say!
Recordings and more info available at www.oldghosts.co.uk

Jamie Harrison
One or Red Deer Club's finest! In his own words 'Jamie Harrison sings about the struck world and plays death-rattle guitar rags for mothers on the stairs'. With great stories, amazing guitar playing and a good dash of humour, you're going to be tapping your toes and smiling!
Have a listen at www.myspace.com/jamieharrisonsingssongs


Also, I’ve seen/heard a few interesting things recently that I think are well worth a visit/listen. So if your Monday morning is already a bit quiet and you fancy something to entertain you, have a look at...

Wilton's Music Hall: Definitely one of London's best venues. Set in a music hall from the1850s the venue offers free live music nights every Monday in the Mahogany Bar (Columbus Giant will be there on the 21 March).  The main hall plays host to corporate events and some really amazing live music events (Wild Beasts will be there in May, i think it's sold out now, but it's well worth hunting down some tickets).

PJ Harvey: I can not stop listening to her new album, it's really bloody amazing! Have a listen (it's on spotify for those short of pennies or like to try before they buy!).

The Lone Tasxidermists Video Blog: Our good friend and regular attendee of the Hooting and Howling events has started a video project where (in her own words) she presents 'every day a new video every video one minute every minute is original footage an idea brought to you by BBC 6 Music’s Tom Robinson the idea executed by The Lone Taxidermist the aim to is to create a community of video bloggers that inspire, entertain and inform the viewer of the stream of consciousness. With no preparation. Just pure video vomiting.' Full of interesting insights and words, this blog is worth a visit.

Efpi Records and HAQ: I saw HAQ last week and can say their new album is very good! They combine great tunes with free improvisation, meaning you're never quite sure what you're going to get! Efpi Records is also a great label promoting jazz from Manchester based musicians.

So, that's about it for Monday morning distractions. See you on Wednesday!

Pictures And The Next Gig

Here are some pictures from the last gig, thanks to Alex and Pete for some of these!

The next gig is on Wednesday 9 March and will feature the brilliant Jamie Harrison and Old Ghosts. It's going to be a bluesy night full of stories and great guitar playing. You can have a listen to both artists at www.oldghosts.co.uk and www.myspace.com/jamieharrisonsingssongs.  

Play Lists....

Thanks to everyone who came along to the last gig at 10 Gales. Joe and John were bloody amazing!

For those of you that didn’t have enough pennies to get a copy of John aka The Little Unsaid’s album, you can download at http://thelittleunsaid.bandcamp.com/.

A few people were asking what was on the playlist on Wednesday, so I thought it would be good to let you all know! Here’s a few of the band/artists, all of them are worth checking out!

Stealing Sheep (Red Deer Club)
Jamie Harrison (Red Deer Club)
Adem (Domino)
Lone Wolf (aka Paul Marshal) (Bella Union)
Last Harbour (Little Red Rabbit)
Cinematic Orchestra (Ninja Tune/Domino)
Vageri Sigurdsson (Bedroom Community)
Efterklang (Rumraket)
Mompox (self release www.myspace.com/mompox)
Daniel Agust (Bedroom Community)
Alexis and Olly (Concrete Moniker)
Thomas Truax (www.thomastruax.com)
Sigur Ross (smekkleysa)
Tunng (Full Time Hobby/Static Caravan)
The Noissettes (Mercury)
Tullis Rennie (Concrete Moniker)

There are definitely a few pictures of the last gig on their way, in the meantime, have a look at the videos below…

Joe White and missing cake

Have a listen to the brilliant Joe. He's been working on a solo set and it's sounding rather good. He'll be playing at 10 Gales on the 9th of Febuary, it's going to be great!

And, if you want a bit more aggression with your Saturday morning coffee, check out Cherry But No Cake. Their brilliant new album (which I've been told is on transparent green with red specks vinyl, ooooh, lovely) will be launch tonight at Rooz Studios (near Old Street). It's free entry, beers are just £2 and you can pick up a copy of the new album.

Laura Moody and Columbus Giant

Videos from the last Hooting and Howling gig....

Thanks to Laura Moody and Columbus Giant for two great sets. Everyone agreed Laura was possible the best thing we'd seen live. Ever! You can find out about future events and her soon to be released album at http://www.lauramoodymusic.com/

And, if one evening of popfolk wasn't enough for you, you can catch Columbus Giant at the National Theatre on the 26 January at 5.45pm. It's a free gig, and at just the right time for a midweek-after-work pint! Have a look at http://www.columbusgiant.co.uk/ for more info.

Wednesday 9 February | 8pm

£5 on the door

Joe White

Singer/drummer/looper extraordinaire Joe blew everyone away as the lead singer in The Marionettes last year. He’s been working on his solo stuff using voice, percussion and loops. This’ll be one of a few chances to hear him solo – don’t miss it, his voice really will amaze you!
myspace.com/marionettesband

The Little Unsaid

With influences ranging from Jeff Buckley to Radiohead, Tom Waits to Nick Drake, and anything else spilling over with soul, The Little Unsaid's music goes well with red wine and dark archways. Currently working with a full band, this is a rare chance to catch John performing a stripped down set.

myspace.com/thelittleunsaid