Andover Gig Guide

THURSDAY 4 JUNE 2009

Venue: Propaganda
Live group/event: Less Is More - Visit the band's website at www.lessismore.me.uk.

Venue: Cornwall Tour
Live group/event: Jon Walsh Blues - A mini solo blues tour by Jon Walsh in Cornwall. Schedule available on request.

FRIDAY 5 JUNE 2009

Venue: Cornwall Tour
Live group/event: Jon Walsh Blues - A mini solo blues tour by Jon Walsh in Cornwall. Schedule available on request.

Venue: The Lights
Live group/event: The Mods UK - 8pm. Visit www.thelights.org.uk or call the box office on 01264 368368.

Venue: The George
Live group/event: The Black Hand + Guests - Rock. 8pm. Presented by Lights Out! Visit the venue's website at www.myspace.com/thegeorgevenueuk.

SATURDAY 6 JUNE 2009

Venue: Railway Tavern
Live group/event: Flaxen - CANCELLED

Venue: Angel Inn
Live group/event: No Way Out - Music starts at 8.30pm. Visit the band's website at www.no-wayout.co.uk.

Venue: Cornwall Tour
Live group/event: Jon Walsh Blues - A mini solo blues tour by Jon Walsh in Cornwall. Schedule available on request.

Venue: Wolversdene Club
Live group/event: WildWood - A tribute to Paul Weller. Visit the band's website at www.myspace.com/thisiswildwood.

Venue: The Lights
Live group/event: C'mon Everybody - Eight musicians and singers re-create the sounds and look of the late fifties and early sixties, performing the hits of Eddie Cochran, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly, Connie Francis, Brenda Lee, Bill Haley, and Jerry Lee Lewis. For more information about the show visit www.cmoneverybodyshow.com. 7.30pm. Visit www.thelights.org.uk or call the box office on 01264 368368.

Venue: Clatford Arms, Goodworth Clatford
Live group/event: Barely Legal - Visit the band's website at www.legalrock.co.uk.

Venue: Station Hotel
Live group/event: Bicycle Thieves - Visit the band's website at www.bicyclethieves.net.

Venue: Bell Inn, Weyhill
Live group/event: Do You Remember the 60s in Andover? - Do you remember Ten Feet Five, Mikado's cafe, Parson & Hart's or the Spotted Dog? Come along to the Bell Inn in Weyhill from 6pm on Saturday 6 June for a reunion of old friends. Live music from The Rockin' Bandits and The Humble Bees (+ guests). Tickets £5 each for Naomi House. Contact Geoff on 07885 851510 for tickets.

Venue: Queen Charlotte
Live group/event: Twin Airbags - Twin Airbags Gary Chandler and Steve Thorne return to Andover at the Queen Charlotte covering Crowded House, Stereophonics, Paul Weller, Pink Floyd and others, plus their own material.

Venue: Enham Club
Live group/event: Lynchpin - CANCELLED

Venue: Lamb Inn
Live group/event: Karaoke

SUNDAY 7 JUNE 2009

Venue: Propaganda
Live group/event: Open mic night - 7pm-11pm - The 'I Need A Musician' Open Mic Nights are open to all singer/songwriters and musicians. They give artists the chance to perform and promote their music in front a live audience with a full professional sound rig. Either original or cover acts are more than welcome. Simply turn up on the night, or reserve a slot online, visit www.ineedamusician.co.uk - Also they offer recording for every artist direct to CD, USB stick or iPod.

Venue: Cornwall Tour
Live group/event: Jon Walsh Blues - A mini solo blues tour by Jon Walsh in Cornwall. Schedule available on request.

Venue: Chantry Centre
Live group/event: That's Centretainment Semi-Finals - 11am-4pm - The Semi-Finals of the Chantry Centre's 'That's Centretainment' talent competition. The winner will be featured at Andover Carnival on Sunday 12 July and perform at Andover's Big Festival in Vigo Road Park on Saturday 15 August and the Christmas Lights switch-on. For more details, visit www.thechantrycentre.com/centretainment.html.

Venue: Vigo Road Park
Live group/event: Andover Churches Free Family Fun Day - From midday-4pm. Lots of free activities and music on stage from a youth band and unity choir.

MONDAY 8 JUNE 2009

Venue: The Lights
Live group/event: Acoustic night in the arena - 7.30pm. Featuring local bands and artists, including GREAT WALLS, PLUS ANDY REILLY, ANDREW STIGGER and HANNAH BOLSOVER. Visit www.thelights.org.uk for more information. The bar is open from 7.30pm and the music starts at 8pm. Free entry. If you are interested in playing a set at any acoustic night, contact Lacey Potter on 01264 368367 or e-mail lpotter@testvalley.gov.uk.

TUESDAY 9 JUNE 2009

Venue: Lamb Inn
Live group/event: The Lamb Session - The Lamb Sessions are informal jam evenings of like-minded musicians who enjoy a mix of folk and celtic music and song in the cosy lounge bar at the Lamb Inn. Performances range from quiet, sensitive solo pieces through to "wild and raucous all-inclusive rants". All levels are catered for; new faces and visitors are very welcome and participation is encouraged from everyone present. For more details, see www.myspace.com/thelambsession.

WEDNESDAY 10 JUNE 2009

Venue: The Lights
Live group/event: Martin Simpson Trio - 7.45pm. Visit www.thelights.org.uk or call the box office on 01264 368368. For more information about the Martin Simpson Trio, visit www.martinsimpson.com.

THURSDAY 11 JUNE 2009

Venue: The Lights
Live group/event: Chris Farlowe and the Norman Beaker Band - 7.45pm. Visit www.thelights.org.uk or call the box office on 01264 368368. Tickets go on general sale on 30 March. For more information about Chris Farlowe and the band, visit www.chrisfarlowe.co.uk.

Venue: Rising Sun, Stockcross, nr Newbury
Live group/event: Jon Walsh (Solo) - Jon Walsh playing an acoustic solo set.

Venue: Propaganda
Live group/event: Lex Meads & Gray Smith - LEX MEADS (8pm-9pm) and GRAY SMITH (9pm-10pm) will be followed by Dj Elvis.

FRIDAY 12 JUNE 2009

Venue: The Lights
Live group/event: Mozart by Candlelight - 7.30pm. Visit www.thelights.org.uk or call the box office on 01264 368368. For more information about the show, visit www.locrianensemble.co.uk.

Venue: Anton Arms
Live group/event: Stealer - 60s to modern day rock/pop covers band

Venue: Platform Tavern, Southampton
Live group/event: Jon Walsh Blues Band - Playing real and jazzy blues. The music starts at 9pm. Visit the venue's website at www.platformtavern.com.

Venue: Plough Inn, Grateley
Live group/event: Gary Miles

Venue: The George
Live group/event: Ain't No Disco - An evening of roots, reggae, jungle, drum and bass at The George. The line-up is: 9pm-10pm acoustic sets from AUDIO INDUCED, 10pm-11pm Roots and Reggae from SPACECREATORS & STORYTELLERS, 11pm-12.45am Bouncy jungle and D&B from LEWIS DAFUNK, 12.45-2am Rollin' dark D&B from DJ SKO. For more information, visit the Ain't No Disco productions Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=42162394728.

SATURDAY 13 JUNE 2009

Venue: Wolversdene Club
Live group/event: Reload - Reload perform classic rock covers from the likes of GnR, Thin Lizzy, Bon Jovi, Queen and many others. Visit their website at www.myspace.com/reloadreload.

Venue: Station Hotel
Live group/event: The Worried Men - Averaging 4 or 5 gigs per week, The Worried Men have a relentless succession of gigs, from Manchester to Portsmouth, London to Cardiff. They are a guitar-driven R'n'B band. Think Thorogood, Gary Moore, Wilko Johnson and you get the idea. Fans of ZZ Top or The Hamsters will enjoy their music according to reviews on their website. Check the website for yourself at www.theworriedmen.com.

Venue: Railway Tavern
Live group/event: The Sam Paine Trio - The Sam Paine Trio is contemporary blues band playing covers and original material based in the Andover and Basingstoke area. Visit www.myspace.com/sampainemusic.

Venue: Angel Inn
Live group/event: The Cruisers - The Cruisers are an experienced four-piece band that tour Hampshire, Dorset, Sussex and the south coast. They cover rock, pop and country hits from the 50s to the present day. Check out their impressive set list and listen to samples of their music, including covers of The Eagles, Dire Straits, Elvis, Queen and many others, on their website at www.the-cruisers.co.uk.

Venue: White Hart, Penton Mewsey
Live group/event: Barely Legal - White Hart Beer Festival, Penton Mewsey. Playing popular covers from a broad range of artists, visit their website at www.legalrock.co.uk.

Venue: Enham Club
Live group/event: Kudos

Venue: Lamb Inn
Live group/event: Karaoke

Venue: Wykeham Club
Live group/event: Over The Hill

SUNDAY 14 JUNE 2009

Venue: White Hart, Penton Mewsey
Live group/event: Thames Valley Jazz Quartet - 1pm-3.15pm, the quartet will be playing traditional jazz in the New Orleans style. Admission is free for listening and dancing. Tables are bookable for meals. All ages welcome. The quartet was formed in 1987 by clarinettist Jack Sinclair who has played alongside the professional bands of Chris Barber, Acker Bilk and Kenny Ball. Contact details for the pub can be found on the website: www.tinyurl.com/whitehartpenton

THURSDAY 18 JUNE 2009

Venue: Propaganda
Live group/event: The Undercovers - A five-piece covers band with Juel Good on lead vocals. A graduate from Andover's 'Rock School', Juel began singing in her brother's band before she formed her own band and she was the driving force in putting The Undercovers together. She is joined by four other experienced and talented musicians: Jerry (guitar), Jeff (Drummer), Steve (Bass) and Andrew (Pianist & Vocals). Their set list includes hits from the 50s to the present day, including Snow Patrol, Coldplay, Kaiser Chiefs, Stereophonics, Shania Twain, Sheryl Crow, Paul Weller, Queen, Quo, Clapton, T Rex, Beatles, Kinks, Chuck Berry, Elvis, plus many more. To read their bios and to hear samples of their music, visit www.undercovers.me.uk.

Venue: Weyhill Fairground Hall, Weyhill
Live group/event: Chris Jones - The Weyhill Electronic Organ Society presents an evening of melodic, easy listening music featuring Chris Jones. Tickets are £4 in advance from Mimmo (Hair Stylist) in Bridge Street, Andover or £5 at the door (subject to availability). Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm start. Ample free parking, interval refreshments. For tickets/information phone 01264 323213. Early booking is advisable. Please visit www.weyhill-eos.co.uk for further details.

FRIDAY 19 JUNE 2009

Venue: The Swallow
Live group/event: Flaxen - Flaxen are a rock covers band based in Andover, specialising in classic rock covers ranging from The Pretenders to Led Zeppelin. Visit the band's website at www.flaxen-rock.co.uk.

Venue: Plough Inn, Grateley
Live group/event: Ricky Ray Piper - Lead vocalist from Great Walls performing a set.

Venue: Anton Arms
Live group/event: Pretty Vacant - 'Aiming to go where no Andover pub covers band has been before', Pretty Vacant are a versatile four-piece covers band available for pub gigs and bar mitzvahs (although they've never been to one, they are quite keen to try one). Songs include Going Underground (The Jam), Sex On Fire (Kings of Leon), Teenage Kicks (The Undertones), Smooth (Carlos Santana) and many more. Check out their set list at www.pretty-vacant.org.uk.

Venue: The George
Live group/event: Torn Off Strips - Andover rock covers band making a special appearance at the George. They are promising to drop in some original stuff too. 8pm. Visit the band's website at www.tornoffstrips.com. Visit the venue's website at www.myspace.com/thegeorgevenueuk.

Venue: The Hobbit, Southampton
Live group/event: Jon Walsh Blues Band - Playing real and jazzy blues.

Venue: Railway Tavern
Live group/event: In Darklight - Formed in late 2004, In Darklight are a four-piece alternative rock band from Andover. In late 2005, they finished their first 6 track EP entitled 'Foreground/Background'. They recorded a further 2 track single in 2006 followed by 2 more tracks, 'Colours' and 'Greenhouse' which were released as a special download. You can download their latest 3-track release "Head Rush' from their MySpace page at www.myspace.com/indarklight.

SATURDAY 20 JUNE 2009

Venue: Angel Inn
Live group/event: Phoenix - 9pm. With Chalkie on drums, Les on vocals, Stuart & Matt on guitars and Ginge on Bass, Phoenix are a rock band formed in May 2006 from the ashes of various bands. They play classic 70s rock tunes from various artists, such as Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Thin Lizzy, Wishbone Ash, Black Sabbath and many more. They also write some of their own material. Visit their website at www.freewebs.com/phoenixrock.

Venue: Railway Tavern
Live group/event: Reload - Influenced by Old Speckled Hen and a shapely ankle, Reload collided together in a rock'n'roll test-tube off the A303 in 2008. Described on their website as 'The cream of Hampshire's musicians, poured over a premium fruit salad of rock classics', Reload's set includes classic tunes from Bon Jovi, Thin Lizzy, Queen, AC/DC, GnR, ZZ Top, The Who and many more. Visit the band's website at www.myspace.com/reloadreload.

Venue: Station Hotel
Live group/event: Flaxen - Flaxen are a rock covers band based in Andover, specialising in classic rock covers ranging from The Pretenders to Led Zeppelin. Visit the band's website at www.flaxen-rock.co.uk.

Venue: Wykeham Club
Live group/event: A Taste of Shadows - Recreating the sound of The Shadows and Buddy Holly, plus many more 50's and 60's favourites. Supported by local singer Iain McKeller. The show starts at 8pm to late (Doors 7pm). Ticket prices are members £5 non members £7.50, available at the club or by telephone on 01264 352967.

Venue: Queen Charlotte
Live group/event: Martin & Darren - Martin & Darren have been gigging around Basingstoke and North Hampshire since late 2004, playing a wide range of material from The Eagles to Oasis. They blend electric and acoustic guitar styles with two-part harmonies. Visit the duo's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/Martin-Darren/40150907761.

Venue: Hatchet Inn, Lower Chute
Live group/event: Bare Wires - In operation since 2005, Bare Wires comprises of original members Nigel and Jonathan on guitars and vocals and a new ryhthm section consisting of Dave on Bass and Ian on Drums. The music is unashamedly classic blues rock, including hits from Cream, Fleetwood Mac, the Stones, Paul Weller, Bad Company, Jeff Beck, Jimi Hendrix, Gary Moore, Joe Walsh, Clapton and many more. Visit their website at www.barewiresband.co.uk for more information about the band and their music.

Venue: St Peter's Church, Hurstbourne Tarrant
Live group/event: Midsummer Music - At 7.30pm in St Peter's Church, Hurstbourne Tarrant - Performance by Natalie Clein (cello) and Xuefei Yang (guitar). Music by Albeniz, de Falla, Vivaldi and others. Concert tickets £15 (£7.50 under 16s) from Hurstbourne Tarrant Post Office or Newbury Corn Exchange (01635 522733) in aid of the new Hurstbourne Tarrant Community Centre.

Venue: Central Club
Live group/event: Sincerely Abba - Abba tribute. Contact the club or listen to the advert on Andover Sound for more info.

Venue: Wolversdene Club
Live group/event: M&M Disco

Venue: The George
Live group/event: The Have It Your Ways + Will O'Donnell - 8pm. Indie. Visit The George's website for more info at www.myspace.com/thegeorgevenueuk. According to their MySpace page, The Have It Your Ways are influenced by anything and everyone. Described as the 'indie scallys' of their local scene, the foursome's catchy pop melodies and raw punk edge are complemented with a light-hearted energetic nature. Visit www.myspace.com/thiyw for more information. Will O'Donnell is an acoustic punk poet who has supported the likes of Neville Staple and Dirty Pretty Things, see his website at www.myspace.com/willodonnellsdirtytruth.

Venue: Enham Club
Live group/event: Sapphire - Country and Western duo, playing in the Landale Wilson Hall from 9pm.

Venue: Harrow Way School Auditorium
Live group/event: Showcase Concert, Guitar Clubs UK - Following 15 weeks of lessons and workshops, the students of Andover-based Guitar Clubs UK will be playing classic rock tunes from Hotel California to Rebel Yell. The songs that have been chosen will demonstrate the ability and confidence of the students and will certainly inspire others young musicians who are watching. This will be a friendly, family event for everyone to enjoy and show their support for the students. Doors 7.10pm, start 7.30pm (finish time no later than 9.30pm). £2 adults, £1 children. Refreshments available (no alcohol event). Prior to the concert there will be a guitar bring and buy sale, sellers should turn up from 6pm, the sale starts at 6.30pm. Tables and labels will be provided. Clear out any old or unused guitars to give someone else a chance to learn. Related items such as books, mags, amps etc also welcome.

SUNDAY 21 JUNE 2009

Venue: The Shoe Inn, Plaitford
Live group/event: Jon Walsh Blues Band - Playing real and jazzy blues. The music starts at 9pm.

Venue: Bell Inn, Weyhill
Live group/event: Thames Valley Jazz Quartet - 1pm-3.15pm, the quartet will be playing traditional jazz in the New Orleans style. Admission is free for listening and dancing. Tables are bookable for meals. All ages welcome. Contact the pub on 01264 772858. The quartet was formed in 1987 by clarinettist Jack Sinclair who has played alongside the professional bands of Chris Barber, Acker Bilk and Kenny Ball.

TUESDAY 23 JUNE 2009

Venue: Lamb Inn
Live group/event: The Lamb Session - The Lamb Sessions are informal jam evenings of like-minded musicians who enjoy a mix of folk and celtic music and song in the cosy lounge bar at the Lamb Inn. Performances range from quiet, sensitive solo pieces through to "wild and raucous all-inclusive rants". All levels are catered for; new faces and visitors are very welcome and participation is encouraged from everyone present. For more details, see www.myspace.com/thelambsession.

WEDNESDAY 24 JUNE 2009

Venue: The Lights
Live group/event: The Blues Band - 8pm. After 30 years of performing together, The Blues Band has an extensive set list including many original songs as well as their own interpretations of songs from artists such as Willie Dixon, Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, Sleep John Estes and many more. Visit www.thelights.org.uk or call the box office on 01264 368368.

THURSDAY 25 JUNE 2009

Venue: Propaganda
Live group/event: Jon Walsh Blues Band - Another performance in Andover - they will be entertaining everyone once again with real and jazzy blues at Andover's Propaganda Music Canteen. The music starts at 9pm.

Venue: The George
Live group/event: Open mic night - 8pm.

FRIDAY 26 JUNE 2009

Venue: The Star, Bentworth
Live group/event: Jon Walsh Blues Band - Playing real and jazzy blues. The music starts at 9pm.

Venue: The George
Live group/event: Terrathorn + Nervous Endings - Metal. 8pm. Visit the venue's website at www.myspace.com/thegeorgevenueuk.

Venue: Tally Ho!, Broughton
Live group/event: Mavis Grind - Join Mavis Grind at the Tally Ho! Garden Party. Visit the band's website at www.mavisgrind.com for more information and to hear their music.

Venue: The Globe
Live group/event: Alt/Rock DJ @ The Globe - Richie Madisuns and Steve Sondura will be in the Globe's Blue Room from 8 till late playing the tunes from all your alt rock favourites, PLUS music from local bands and anything else people bring down with them. Free entry. For more details, visit the Facebook event: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=84133252823.

SATURDAY 27 JUNE 2009

Venue: War Memorial Hall, Abbotts Ann
Live group/event: Acoustic Jass - Abbotts Ann Annual Hog Roast with live music from Acoustic Jass. To be held in the grounds of the Village Hall. Tickets £16 available from the Abbotts Ann Village Shop. Doors open at 7.30pm. See the band's website at www.trad-jazz.co.uk.

Venue: Station Hotel
Live group/event: Stonepig - Visit the band's website at www.stonepig.co.uk

Venue: The George
Live group/event: Godsized + Eye for an Eye + Mr Temper - Rock/Metal. 8pm. Visit the venue's website at www.myspace.com/thegeorgevenueuk.

Venue: Wolversdene Club
Live group/event: Wyvern

Venue: Village Hall, St. Mary Bourne
Live group/event: Larry Miller - Show starts 7.30pm. Tickets £10 from 01264 738011/738340. Larry Miller is one of the UK's premier 'rockin' blues' guitarists. His performances have won him acclaim around the world. Visit his website at www.larrymiller.co.uk.

Venue: Queen Charlotte
Live group/event: State of Undress - Playing a mix of folk, traditional, rock, blues and country, State of Undress describe themselves as a "rocky rootsy 'fiddlesome' band from Dorset playing a distinctive brand of original music".

Venue: Lamb Inn
Live group/event: Karaoke

SUNDAY 28 JUNE 2009

Venue: Bourne Valley Inn, St Mary Bourne
Live group/event: Onestone - 4pm start - Laid back, chill out, late afternoon BBQ and gig. Better known to most of us as Dave Tucker, Onestone is a talented solo acoustic singer/guitarist from Andover and regular guest on Andover Sound. Check out his website at www.myspace.com/onestonedavid.

Venue: Bar Seven, Swanage
Live group/event: Jon Walsh - Jon is a special guest of the Steve Darrington Band.

MONDAY 29 JUNE 2009

Venue: Queen Charlotte
Live group/event: Open mic night - With music from Hannah Bolsover and others TBC.