LOVENOTES

Monday 2nd June / 8pm / £15

Acapella loveliness. 

A 4 piece singing group who perform throughout the north, known for tight harmonies, musical precision and warm stage presence. They perform in various musical styles from feel good classics through to contemplative gems that will leave you with a smile on your face.

ALASDAIR FRASER & NATALIE HAAS

Wednesday 4th June / 8pm / £18

Multi award winning fiddle-cello duo performing music of unrivalled beauty, eloquence and passion, music that spans the full spectrum between intimate chamber music and ecstatic dance energy. 
Over the last 20 years they’ve been creating a buzz at festivals and concert halls across the world truly setting the standard for fiddle and cello in traditional music. They continue to thrill audiences internationally with their cutting edge, virtuosic playing, spontaneity and near telepathic understanding.
Alasdair has a concert and recording career spanning 30 years, with a long list of awards, accolades, radio and tv credits and feature performances on top movie soundtracks (Last of The Mohicans and Titanic to name just two). In 2011 he was inducted into the Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame. 
Natalie is a graduate of the Juilliard School of Music, she is one of the most in demand cellists in traditional music today. She’s performed and recorded with a who’s who of the fiddle world including Mark O’Connor and Natalie Macmaster, Irish super groups groups Silas and Altan, Liz Powell, Dirk Powell, Brittany Haas, Darrol Anger, Jeremy Kittel, Hanneke Cassel and many more.
“…you would think they’ve been playing together for centuries. While Alasdair’s fiddle dances Natalie’s cello throbs darkly or plucks puckishly. Then she opens her cello’s throat joining Alasdair in soaring, windswept refrains and sudden jazzy explosions. Their sound is as urban as a Manhattan midnight and as wild as a Clackmannan winter” Boston Globe 
“A positive joy” The Scotsman

MARK HARRISON

Thursday 5th June / 8pm / £13

Nobody writes songs like MARK HARRISON. Constantly touring and multi-awards-nominated, Mark Harrison has a reputation for being unlike anyone else out there. Described at BBC Radio 2 as an artist who ‘makes you think afresh’, and by countless audience members and reviewers as ‘uplifting and inspirational’, his highly individual music takes him to some of the top venues and festivals in the UK, attracting acclaim wherever he goes.
With his outstanding tunes, wry observations, striking rhythms and stunning guitar playing, Mark Harrison is widely considered one of the most original and interesting artists around. Mark’s live shows are well-known not only for the memorable songs but also for his introductions to them, delivered in a manner often described as ‘wry’ and ‘dry’.
Mark has been frequently heard on BBC Radio 2, including on its Pick of the Week show on a playlist containing many of the world’s top pop artists, and on the Radio 2 Folk Show. He has released eight albums, which have been unanimously acclaimed across a wide range of areas of the music world, receiving a very great deal of airplay and highly enthusiastic reviews in the UK, Europe and the US.
“Everybody should be talking about Mark Harrison” Classic Rock magazine
“He takes very real things that happen in life and makes you think afresh about them” Paul Jones, BBC Radio 2
“a bit different and kinda groovy too” Cerys Matthews, BBC Radio 2

RHIANNON SCUTT and friends

Friday 6th June / 8pm / £13

Phenomenal guitar player, multi instrumentalist, songwriter, singer, actress, Mark in We Are Not Devo.
Rhiannon first caught the attention of Sheffield audiences as one half of acoustic foot stompers Rita Payne who achieved great success, and a massive fanbase, thanks to their constant gigging including a sell out album launch at Sheffield’s Memorial Hall and 2 critically acclaimed albums, Stories From A Suitcase in 2012 and We’re Getting There, Aren’t We? in 2014. Despite getting huge praise and support from many musical luminaries including Richard Hawley, Martin Simpson and Jon McClure the duo decided to part company in 2015. 
After brief cameo appearances in the stage adaptions of Gurinder Chadha’s ebullient Britflick Bend It Like Beckham, where she played the half cousin of Jesminder Bhamra, and Stephen Sondheim’s gory Sweeney Todd, where she played a friend of boistrous, chummy Cockney pie maker Mrs.Lovett, Rhiannon had a strong urge to return to what she loved most, her music, and what followed was a new sound, impressive collaborations and an intriguing, ever growing collection of new compositions. 
With her natural, charming, charismatic stage presence and emotive lyrics a Rhiannon Scutt show is compelling and captivating and to make tonight’s show even more special Rhiannon will be inviting some of her massively talented musician friends to join in the fun making this a definite do not miss show.

EZIO

Saturday 7th June / 8pm / £20

“Easily one of the UK’s best live bands” The Guardian
“Lyrics like Morrison or Dylan but somehow more in the real world” The Scotsman
A few words about the Ezio experience.
Do you remember the last time a song really reached you? Deep inside, straight in, talking to you about what you feel as if it was written just for you? This is the music of EZIO, deep, honest, emotional songs that touch a nerve. It’s two kinds of music. At home it’s listening to the perfect studio album, live it’s their truly breathtaking performances delivered with energy and often large amounts of humour. 
Since forming in 1990 they’ve toured the globe gaining a large and fanatical International following built mainly by word of mouth, they’re regarded by many as the best acoustic band you’re ever likely to see. What sets them apart is the connection between singer/songwriter Ezio Lunedi and guitarist/best friend Booga. Ezio’s rich tenor and complex guitar work is complimented by Booga’s incessant lead guitar regularly squeezing in an extra note where you wouldn’t think possible. 
Playing any type of music that takes their fancy you can expect a genre hopping performance with unique, original folk, rock, pop, latin and gypsy jazz. 
Sheffield regulars for 30 years, going right back to early Boardwalk days, Ezio’s shows are dynamic, exciting and must be witnessed live.

DEAD BELGIAN

Wednesday 11th June / 8pm / £14

Dead Belgian play the music of the legendary songwriter Jacques Brel. Widely regarded as one of the finest songwriters to have lived Brel is cited as a hero by the likes of David Bowie, Scott Walker and countless others.

But Dead Belgian is no simple tribute band. They take his songs and launch them into orbit with their sensational jazz and folk tinged arrangements. 

These guys sold the place out last time they came to visit – don’t risk missing them.

OUR MAN IN THE FIELD

Thursday 12th June / 8pm / £15

“…nothing short of wondrous” American Highway

Our Man In The Field is singer, songwriter Alex Ellis, one of the finest songwriters to emerge on the UK music scene for many a year.

Performing musical snapshots from the lives he’s observed or the life he’s lead, it’s an intoxicating mix of soulful indie folk and Americana with nods to the likes of Ray LaMontagne, Damien Rice, Wilco, Ryan Adams and Lambchop. 

2024 was spent touring throughout the UK and Europe honing his craft and winning over audiences at over 150 shows and now, after a hugely successful spring UK tour with Chuck Prophet, he returns to Greystones with an unforgettable, powerful show bringing his rich, heartfelt, cinematic songs to life.

IAN PROWSE

Does This Train Stop On Merseyside 20th Anniversary Tour

Friday 13th June / 8pm / £20

Ian Prowse is frontman of Amsterdam and previously of Indie cult band Pele. Thankfully for his fans all over the world it’s the same thing. Pele split in 1996 then in 1999 Ian formed Amsterdam and soon the band struck up a friendship with Elvis Costello which saw them playing as his band on the Jonathan Ross Show and supporting his live shows. It was Amsterdam’s song “Does This Train stop On Merseyside” that cemented Ian’s place in the hearts of music fans, dj’s and songwriters alike. John Peel was reduced to tears live on air everytime he played it because of its connection with Liverpool, the city he loved. 2020 was a big year for Ian. He supported Elvis Costello on all his UK tour dates and released “The Story Of Ian Prowse” a retrospective collection of his 30 year career.

ANDY P. DAVISON & THE SOUL PREACHIN’ CO.

sing Bob Dylan

Saturday 14th June / 8pm / £8

WagonWheel Presents… is bringing it all back home to The Greystones where Andy P. Davison & The Soul Preachin’ Co. will sing the songs of the mighty Bob Dylan.

They’ll be joined by some special guests over two sets, starting with acoustic tracks before going electric… Expect to hear the likes of Blowin’ In The Wind, Mr Tambourine Man, Highway 61 Revisited, Subterranean Homesick Blues and maybe the odd deep cut.

Doors open 7.45pm. Entry on the night will be £10.

OPEN MIC NIGHT

Monday 16th June / 8pm / FREE

Anyone can join in, all abilities welcome. Contact Peter Hill on hillpeter@live.com or just come along on the night. 

P.A. and mics provided, so just bring yourselves, your instruments and your friends to enjoy the proceedings.

GENE LOVES JEZEBEL

Thursday 19th June / 8pm / £18

Formed in the early 80s by twins Michael and Jay Aston, Gene Loves Jezebel quickly became popular on the indie scene. After signing to Beggars Banquet they gained a cult following throughout the Uk and Europe with their first two album releases.  
They achieved considerable success in the United States with their 1986 album Discover which featured the singles “Heartache,” and “Desire (Come and Get It)”. 
Following the departure of Michael in 1988 and the imploding of their record label, Savage Records in 1993, the band pursued various projects until the 1999 release of a new batch of tracks, in VII. Further touring followed and in 2017 Dance Underwater was released. Produced by Peter Walsh, it featured a string arrangement by Tony Visconti. On December 1, 2023, Gene Loves Jezebel released their tenth studio album, Love Death Sorrow, on Cleopatra Records to critical acclaim. In his review of the album for Goldmine Magazine, Dave Thompson wrote “It not only sounds like a classic Jezebel album, it feels like one as well — at the same time as dodging any accusation of treading water or restating old ground.”
Throughout their career the band has played concerts and toured with David Bowie, Billy Idol, Bob Dylan, The Ramones, The Kinks, Echo and the Bunnymen, New Order, The Alarm, The Mission, Spear of Destiny, Modern English and many others.

Gene Loves Jezebel’s music continues to resonate. Their unique blend of glam, goth, and alternative rock has cemented them as an important band in the history of British post-punk and alternative music.

KATY HURT

Friday 20th June / 8pm / £15

Born in London, raised in the USA, Katy was drawn to the sounds of Country, Americana and Southern Rock from a young age, inspired by artists such as Bonnie Raitt, Sheryl Crow, The Eagles and Patsie Cline. Since her debut in 2016 Katy has released a string of critically acclaimed singles and ep’s, showcasing her versatile range and winning her numerous awards including the UK Country Music Spotlight Awards for Best Female Vocalist, Best EP, Best Song and Best Video.

Touring extensively and playing many of the major festivals including Glastonbury, Country 2 Country and Isle of White, Katy has built a sizeable following with her undeniable talent, genre defying sound and truly amazing, do not miss live shows.

A Greystones regular, it’s great to have her back.

MIRANDA SYKES & HANNAH MARTIN

Saturday 21st June / 8pm / £17

An exciting collaboration from two of our finest folk singers, Miranda Sykes (Show of Hands) and Hannah Martin (Edgelarks, Gig Spanner Big Band). They’re joining forces to present a set of songs that take them back to their shared roots.
With a career spanning 20 years Miranda has played alongside some of the most highly regarded performers in the folk/roots world. Her great musicality and sensitivity means she’s an in demand session musician; while her crystalline voice has established her as a leading interpreter of song whether solo or in a larger line up.
Hannah is perhaps best known for her work in BBC Folk Award winning duo Edgelarks. As well as a wonderful singer (“one of the best voices on the planet” Fatea) she also plays fiddle, banjo and tenor guitar. She’s toured from Japan to South Africa; written for theatre shows including Bristol Old Vic and Theatre Alibi; played as part of Steve Knightley’s Wake The Union Band and Nancy Kerr’s Sweet Visitor Band. 

BREABACH

Wednesday 25th June / 8pm / £20

Securely ranked among Scotlands’ most skilled and imaginative folk bands Breabach unite deep, traditional roots in highland and island tradition with a forward thinking musical attitude.

Multi award winners including Folk Band Of The Year, Album Of The Year and Live Act Of The Year Breabach was formed in 2005 and have since evolved into an exciting, accomplished and distinctive band that’s at the forefront of the folk scene

THE SENSATIONAL ALEX HARVEY EXPERIENCE

Saturday 28th June / 8pm / £15

Since forming in 2013 as a tribute to one of Scotlands finest, one of a kind rock sons and his band, SAHE are one of the most highly respected tribute bands on the circuit.
Three of the band have recorded and toured with The Outfit (Chris Glen’s band) and Sin Dogs (Zal Cleminsons band) and all are SAHB fans dedicated to keeping the music alive with dynamic live shows that are theatrically associated with SAHB. Expect all of the best loved SAHB songs.
“The best SAHB tribute out there” Zal Cleminson
“My dad would have approved” Alex Harvey jnr

REVEREND PEYTON’S BIG DAMN BAND

Sunday 29th June / 8pm / £20

Without a doubt the world’s greatest front porch blues band in the world. This is real, from the heart music made by people who love music. The Sacramento Bee said “This is a band with boundless stockpiles of heart to spare, it cascades throughout every slip and slide vintage blues/soul ditty they tear through and croon in every show they play and they always leave a little behind. The front porch is the church, the church is the dance hall and the dance hall is the river bank – your knees will fail you by the time you get to figure it all out.” 
Reverend Peyton is recognised as one of the premier finger pickers playing today and has earned a reputation as both a singularly compelling performer and a persuasive evangelist for the rootsy, country blues styles that captured his imagination early in life and inspired him and the band to make pilgrimages to Mississippi to study under such blues masters as T-Model Ford, Robert Belfour and Honeyboy Edwards.
Accompanied by his wife Breezy Peyton and Jacob The Snakbob Powell, Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band will have you dancing, clapping, singing and stomping to every handmade show across the world. 
Their latest record Dance Songs for Hard Times went #1 in the Billboard, iTunes and Sirius Blues Charts and received critical acclaim from Rolling Stone, Relix, Popmatters, Guitar World, American Songwriter, No Depression, Glide, Wide Open Country, Paste, American Blues Scene and many more.
“…a revelation…an explosion of talent, the range and depth of the music performed by the trio is remarkable” American Blues Scene
“…the reincarnated Mississippi moan of guys like Son House…a burly soul punishing the senses with a Deltapunk attack and a heavy helping of rural realism. You can’t ignore his Big Damn Band’s gospel” Elmore
“Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band is a 20 year old Bourbon in a room full of Red Bull and PBRs; vintage yet timeless, exciting yet still welcoming” MXDWN.com