Saturday 31st August 2013

Moody Blue Promotions Presents:

Jonathan Tarplee
JT’s music has been used by the both the BBC and the SAS (surfers against sewerage!) He has supported Nick Harper & Attila The Stockbroker on their UK tours, an accomplished guitarist who plays festivals, music venues and even coffee bars.

Matt Parkinson
I am a solo Guitarist and vocalist from Worcester, Worcestershire. I perform a mixture of acoustic covers and original acoustic material which I hope people enjoy listening to as much as I enjoy playing it.

Gareth Forsyth
Gareth Forsyth plays intricate Fingerstyle Acoustic Guitar to accompany his Vocals. Playing along side him is Adam Cross on Harmonica. Together they play an array of beautiful original songs and Instrumental Tunes.

James J Turner
James J Turner’s music is distinctive with catchy choruses and unforgettable melodies; delivered with powerful vocals. His 2012 album gained great critical acclaim and UK / European radio play. His songs are inspired by spirituality and humanity.

Caroline 7
"Caroline 7 is a singer, songwriter and guitarist based in the West Midlands, and entertains audiences with a mixture of lively and thought-provoking acoustic folk/rock."

Will Hughes Presents:

Institutes
Formed from the ashes of Redbook, the music of Institutes ranges from Math Rock and Alternative to Noise and Electronic, with distinctly pop-like sensibilities. Performing songs from their debut EP, Institutes are a band that demands to be seen live.

Just James
Just James are a live music project bringing together qualities of Hiphop, Drum 'n' Bass, and House as a fusion force to be reckoned with.

Sun & Stars Management Presents:

Lunar Park
Female vox on top of loud fuzzy guitars, melodic bass and repetitive drums. Someone said it was a Sonic Youth Joy Division car crash. One member used to be in Six By Seven so it might have a bit of that too.

tequilla mockingbird
a hard rocking 5 peice from bedordshire, finalists in the hard rock cafe's battle of the bands 2013, loud, fun and energetic these guys are sure to brighten up your day with their bluesy riffs, wailing solo's and hefty beats.

Jebby Malar
Acoustic original music with some blues/rock/easy listening covers

Chasing Skylines
Chasing Skylines; a new breed alternative rock quartet from The Midlands. With Andrew Reilly on Vocals, Lewis Green on guitar, Jordan Plant on bass and Josh Murphy on percussion, Chasing Skylines perform with a charisma unsurpassed on stage.

Hennesea
Hennesea's powerful female harmonies and shimmering guitars will indulge you in an evening of musical variety covering blues, county, soft rock, jazz, Motown, and rock 'n' roll, including their single "Singing and Dancing in the Rain"

Sam Draisey
Sam Draisey is a singer/songwriter from the West Midlands. Sam's music might best be described as 'Acoustic Folk-Pop', with particular attention payed to the story telling qualities of his songs.

Electric Cake Salad
With a nod to hawkwind and obvious influences of the prodigy and pendulum,crunching riffs and techno beats

Hypothesis
If you like big hits, energetic live shows and all out onstage chaos then do yourself a favor and see Hypothesis. female and male duel vocals with ear busting drums and fat guitar riffs.

Less for Murder
Less for Murder return to the Worcester Music Festival bigger, better and sneakier than ever. Their band and their sound has grown along with their level of dissatisfaction with love, relationships and life.

Brains For Breakfast
Brains For Breakfast recently went on his first UK tour to promote his new E.P Work. Rest. Play. He will be playing alot of gigs in the next few months and recording new music, look out for the name!

Defy All Reason
Defy All Reason are a hard working Rock band from North Wales. Building up a good reputation of solid performances and foot stomping riffs, Defy All Reason have something in their music and energy for everyone.

Drop Down Smiling
Think ''Red Hot Chilli Peppers meet Nine Inch Nails'' Drop Down Smiling are a four piece rock outfit hailing from middle England. strong mix of raunchy guitar riffs, electronic sampling and 4 part harmonies give this band a unique sound.

Ronin
One of Worcester's best loved rock bands - high energy shows - songs that appeal across boundaries - guitar laden and soulful - The Man in White just wows audiences with his charisma - always entertaining

Steffo Presents:

Worcester Ukulele Club
Worcester Ukulele Club is a friendly group of like minded people who like to get together for a good strum and singalong and hopefully entertain in the process

we are strangely made
we are strangely made is a mix of original indie folk rock tunes that will get yer feet tapping and yer heads nodding.

Hagglebag
Pogues style delivery , like the Dubliners on Speed, an eclectic mix and fusion of styles formed from English folk, Irish jigs and Reels and a hint of Bluegrass. Guaranteed to get yer feet tapping and youse singin' along!

Kevin Jenkins - SelectaSound Presents:

Jenny Hallam
Jenny Hallam is a singer-songwriter impressing audiences with a piano-pop style offering the quirky youthful lyrics of a young English student and powerful soulful vocals creating an original fresh and comforting sound that everyone is searching for.

Tasha
Tash will be performing an acoustic set of songs written by a songwriter from Evesham (Steve Eagles) plus one of her own and maybe a cover thrown in... !

Jon Sterckx - Drumscapes
Jon Sterckx is a UK based percussionist with over 20 years experience of world percussion. Drumscapes - his solo multi percussion performance is an exciting synthesis of traditional musicianship and contemporary live electronics.

Star Circuit Presents:

Answer Back
Answer Back are a feel-good, high-energy, pop/rock trio from Worcester UK, entertaining audiences with thrill-ride shows designed to keep their audiences singing and dancing all night long. Passionate supporters of the Worcestershire music scene.

Breakfast at Charlie's
Based in the West Midlands, formed in 2010. A fusion of pop hooked vocals with heavy guitar riffs creates something very unique and energetic.

Inches From The Ground
We currently have a set of approximately 60 minutes containing own original songs and a few covers. We also have our newly released E.P available to listen to on our SoundCloud page, and to purchase it go to our bandcamp page.

John Taylor Presents:

Charlie Davies
Fusing the intelligent, articulate songwriting style of bands like The Magnetic Fields with a modern alternative country sound reminiscent of Bright Eyes, Davies calls upon both a grit-toothed growl and yearning melancholy with compelling results

The Vogwells
The Vogwells are Martin & Emma, a married couple from Gloucestershire, who perform, write and arrange traditional British folk music. Described by fRoots Magazine as having "...strength, presence and character...a definite thumbs up"

Colin Baggs
Wowing audiences last year with elements of folk, classical, jazz & flamenco guitar. Creating beautiful melodies & rhythms he can transport an audience to another place. Has been compared to Giltrap/Taylor/Hedges. Definitely not to be missed.

Rumours of Spring
When two soulful voices mix with silver-toned guitar rhythms, lilting flute, wailing harmonica and bold cello lines, you end up with Rumours of Spring. The styles are varied - Rock, Folk, Blues, anything that feels right and interests the band.

Helen Nicholson
Helen Nicholson is a folk singer/songwriter, originally from Dorset, currently living in Brighton. Her distinctive voice has been compared to Kate Bush. Her sound is folky, but also contains elements of cabaret.

FolkLaw
Award winning fiddling and earthy vocals from the heart of the cotswolds which get your festival feet dancing and minds thinking! Described as "One of the most exciting acts to grace the stage" by Banbury Folk Festival, this is one not to be missed!

The Brickshed
The Brickshed are a trio based in Malvern and Herefordshire. Their music can be described as surreal, acoustic, folk, blending beautiful vocal harmonies with the mellow sounds of cello and flute.

The Players
ROOTSYBLUESYFOLKADELIC RESONATORS

Carrick
Carrick are a folk and modern acoustic duo offering a mixed repertoire of styles (trad/modern folk to modern songs 'stripped down') and a range of instruments - male & female vocals, guitar, mandocello, cajon, flute and bodhran.

Granny's Attic
Granny's Attic - a lively young folk trio from Worcester. Members: Cohen (melodeon/concertina); George (guitar/vocals); and Lewis (fiddle/mandolin). They play a vibrant mix of original tunes and traditional music and released their debut EP in 2011.

Showland Entertainment Presents:

Tom Forbes
By building up layers of sound on the spot with his loop pedal by using his guitar, vocals, Cajon, bongos and other percussion. 16 year old singer-songwriter Tom Forbes creates a unique sound which makes him stand out from the crowd.

Catherine Valve
21 year old singer songwriter from Ledbury has been writing songs with guitar in hand for 4 years or so. She had 2 songs played on BBC Hereford & Worcester and subsequently performed a live session for them in Hay-on-Wye.

Charlie Boswell
Charlie Boswell Is a singer song writer who draws his inspirations from Some of the Greats such as Paul Weller, Noel Gallagher and that's just a start. He has recently formed a four piece band which are Going under the name of Charlie Boswell.

Tim Fletcher
Acoustic beats fuelled with simple and honest lyrical wit and black country observation. Tim Fletcher strives to write great Brit Pop inspired melodies with humorous and provocative lyrics fused with a modern acoustic guitar approach.

Stuart Woolfenden
I'm a fourteen year old singer/songwriter from Redditch. I love music so much and I have written about ninety songs now... and I'm still going! I enjoy making music, performing, and writing altogether.

Done By Sunrise
The self-styled family band bring together a rich history of music, theatre and performance. The songs unpredictable, observational; they approach a myriad of subjects, from love-torn ballads to a wry criticism of everyday pop culture.

Slap Presents:

Nudybronque
Nudybronque are an Indie Pop band based in the heart of Wiltshire. The band blends Indie music with elements of Post-Punk and Britpop delivering a strange, yet fascinating live performance.

Johnny Kowalski and the Sexy Weirdos
In a different world they would be playing at funerals in New Orleans, wedding parties in the Balkans or the musical agitators of a runaway circus. Tuba , fiddle, guitar, drums, trombone and trumpet blend eastern european melody with the fire of punk

juey
Juey is a guitar, banjo, mandolin, wielding singer songwriter. In 2012 Juey was voted number two best artist in Gloucestershire by the BBC. Juey has been playing live up and down the UK captivating audiences armed with deft wit and self penned songs.

The Rattlin Doors
The Rattlin' Doors are a bitter, straight talking three-piece who enjoy purging dark thoughts on life from a farmhouse in the sticks.

XOVA
From Birmingham, numbering six in their ranks, X.O.V.A. are multi-racial, multi-generational masters of a vibrant and muscular rocking-roots sound that harks back to the sound and vision of the past, fired up they are also the sound of 2013