Andover Gig Guide - Hampshire, UK.
Welcome to the Andover Gig Guide - A central listing of live music around Andover.
If you regularly visit a pub, club or other live music venue in Andover that is not listed, or if you work there, or if your band is playing there anytime soon, please let us know via the Contact Form. It costs nothing to get listed.
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Updated Thursday 02 February 2012 - Check out THE BREAKOUT, a new band on the scene. They are an Andover-based rock and blues covers band with a lively feel to provide a great night out. The Breakout aim to bring some fresh young energy to your favourite venues with an upbeat style playing well known classics and some undiscovered gems! Visit them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheBreakOut. Their first gig will be supporting the mighty STONEPIG at the Station Hotel on Saturday 11 February.
Updated Thursday 02 February 2012 - THE SCENE, for one night only at the Station Hotel on Saturday 3 March 2012. The Scene have supported various artists such as Shaun Ryder (Happy Mondays), The Charlatans, Masters in France, Mani (Stone Roses), Clint Boon (Inspiral Carpets), Denise Johnson (Primal Scream), Fenich Solar, The Dead Sons. They play music such as The Who, Oasis and Paul Weller, and have a vast array of their own music. The Scene appeared at the O2 Arena in the finals of Live and Unsigned and will be returning this Summer.
Updated Thursday 02 February 2012 - In Darklight will be playing a headline gig at The 229 Venue in London on Friday 16th March from 7pm. It might also be their new single launch too if all goes to plan! Tickets are now available to purchase for £6 in advance (£8 on the door). To buy tickets, visit www.indarklight.com and click on the 'Gigs' link.
Updated Thursday 02 February 2012 - Bandeoke (also known as Bandoke or Rockaoke) is a huge trend in London's entertainment scene at the moment, and the Foresters are pleased to be hosting what is allegedly the first one in Hampshire - Sing along with a live band and choose your own tunes - Saturday 11 February from 8.30pm. For a list of what's on at the Foresters throughout February, visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/Foresters.
Updated Wednesday 01 February 2012 - Put these date in your diary - On Saturday 17 March FUNKLINE will be appearing at the Station Hotel to perform a charity gig in aid of Andover Young Carers - don't miss out! Funkline are 5-piece funk, soul and dance covers band, made up of experienced, professional musicians. Each member of the band has over 10 years experience working as music teachers, composers, session musicians and live performers. Popular for weddings, corporate events and other private functions, they are also often seen at local music venues in North Hampshire. Visit their website at www.funklineuk.moonfruit.co.uk to hear them and watch sample videos.
Updated Wednesday 01 February 2012 - Thanks to Phil Neale for contacting us with details of the fortnightly acoustic folk evening called THE LAMB SESSION, hosted at the Town Mills (formerly held at The Lamb Inn, Andover). This open, friendly and very inclusive folk session is run by Marion Wilson and welcomes performers ranging from established and seasoned members of the local folk scene through to occasional or first time performers. Many people just come along to listen and soak up the relaxed atmosphere. People arrive from 7.30pm onwards and the music kicks off at 8pm and goes on until 11pm or beyond! Dates for 2012 can be found on the Lamb Session page: www.andovergigguide.co.uk/LambSession.
Updated Wednesday 01 February 2012 - The next JazzMash@theMitre is this Friday, 3 February! 9pm-late. Abbot's Mitre, Chilbolton.
From smooth blue-jazz to classic pop tunes. Featuring:
Alex Ford (vocals)
Nick Barwick (tenor/alto saxophones)
Jacks Macbeth (keyboard)
Simon Dutton (drums)
Also, welcoming back the astonishing musical blues and jazz talent of Tom Coldwell (keyboard)
Don't forget the new time of 9- late, which gives you the opportunity to enjoy some good Italian foods before the music. FREE ENTRY. Look out for other JazzMash gigs at www.andovergigguide.co.uk/JazzMash. The JazzMash is sponsored by www.theyellowarthouse.com.
Updated Sunday 29 January 2012 - Live at The Bourne Valley Inn Friday 17th February an amazing coming together of two old friends.... SHEP WOOLLEY and STEVE HAMPTON. Both have oodles of experience, both on T.V. and in clubs, and tonight they will bring their brand of fun and great music to support St. Mary Bourne Mother and Toddler Group. From skiffle to The Beatles and beyond.... bring spare underwear 'cos you'll laugh your pants off.. Tickets £5 (for mums and toddlers group) Cheap curry and chilli available 'Phone, call in or e-mail for tickets. Tickets for events available from the pub, telephone 01264 738361 or e-mail enquiries@bournevalleyinn.com.
Updated Thursday 26 January 2012 - The Covergirlz Band are an established female fronted covers band that have been gigging mainly in Wiltshire, but now have plenty of gigs booked in Hampshire. Visit their website at www.covergirlzband.com. For the gigs in Andover, visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/Covergirlz.
Updated Thursday 26 January 2012 - Oh La La! A quartet of French musicians is about to take Thruxton War Memorial Hall by storm. Having already performed at the Royal Opera House Covent Garden, Wilton Music Hall, the Queen Elizabeth Hall and the National Theatre, Oh La La! will bring a Parisien touch to Hampshire with a wide repertoire of classic jazz, traditional French tunes and selected pop songs on Saturday 18th February. Tickets (adults only) are £15, to include a cheese supper, available from Chris Rome (01264 772755) or Ross Mallock (01264 773504). Doors and wine bar open at 7pm, with the music starting at 7.30pm. This is the latest Thruxton event to be supported by Hog the Limelight, the county council's rural touring arts programme. So why not forget the English winter, put on your best French attire and join us in for a sophisticated evening of entertainment in our beautifully restored late Georgian hall? Tickets are going fast so book now!
Updated Wednesday 18 January 2012 - Go along and see Uncle Jack and support the "Test Valley Brass" on Saturday 21st Jan. Tickets are £5 on the door (ticket includes food). All proceeds to charity. So go along for a great evening and help a worthy cause. Weyhill Community Hall, Andover, SP11 0QN.
Updated Wednesday 18 January 2012 - Get your tickets now for a Burlesque evening with live music by the ROCKIN BANDITS on Friday 2 March at Landale Wilson Hall, Enham Alamein. Tickets are £10 and are available from Stringbrokers Music Shop (73a first floor, Andover High Street) or the Enham Club (SP11 6HG). More info from Mike 07788 760716.
Updated Tuesday 17 January 2012 - The THAMES VALLEY JAZZ QUARTET will be returning to the Grosvenor Hotel in Stockbridge this year on the first Sunday of each month from March. The hotel function room (which is where the band plays) is currently being refurbished and hence the band isn't playing there until March. The room should be smashing when it's finished! Jack's planning to make every third date a 5-piece (i.e. with tombone as well) - hopefully beginning with Sunday 1st April. These events start at 12.30pm and the band plays through lunch to 3pm. The quartet plays traditional jazz in the New Orleans style. Everyone is welcome - the event is open to the public. Admission is free for listening and dancing. Food is available. 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. For a full list of the dates, visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/TVJQ.
Updated Monday 16 January 2012 - The Andover Rebels Country and Western Enthusiasts are hosting the following evenings entertainment through 2012 in the Landale Wilson Hall in Enham (SP11 6HG).
Jan 21 - Danny Rivers
Feb 18 - Kenny James
Mar 17 - Ray Daniels
Apr 21 - Marty Smith
May 19 - Double J R
Jun 16 - Angie McCoy
Aug 18 - Carolann B
Sep 15 - Dave Whitmore
Oct 20 - Mickey Page
Nov 17 - Kay D
Dec 15 - McKenzie
All welcome. Western dress optional. For more details visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/AndoverRebels.
Updated Sunday 15 January 2012 - FUZION will be playing at the Crook and Shears in Upper Clatford on 21 January 2012. They will be starting at 8pm. They play anything from Johnny Cash, R.E.M. and The Beatles to modern day music like Maroon 5 and Bruno Mars.
Updated Saturday 07 January 2012 - On Friday 13th January, Ricky 'Fingers' Persell is back by popular demand at The Crown in Upton, near Andover. Formed the 'Fortunes' in the 60's but plays up to date. Fantastic guitarist and keyboard player but also plays saxophone & flute! A real entertainer in all senses - hilarious!
Updated Friday 06 January 2012 - Blues band THE SAM PAINE TRIO are playing at the Basingstoke Blues Club at the Moose Centre, Churchill Way Basingstoke (Near the Anvil) on Saturday 7 January 2012. A triple bill, also on the bill with WATCH OUT and BACK TO THE BLUES. Tickets £7 on the door. 8pm - Late. Visit www.basingstokebluesclub.co.uk.
Updated Tuesday 03 January 2012 - An update from St Pauls Lifestyle:
WHO WE'VE TIPPED FOR THE TOP - St Pauls Lifestyle is a musical cult brand with the "influential and exciting" OVERGROUND SOUND on its site at www.stpaulslifestyle.com.
OVERGROUND SOUND supports striving musicians. All income is used for supporting more musicians. We are passionate about music, free and independent.
We have for the first time ever revealed our private WATCH LIST of musicians "tipped for the top". WATCH LIST HERE. We have done this to give public support to those 12 great bands/musicians on that list.
No less that THREE of the 12 bands on our list are local bands - Bury Tomorrow, The Lost Souls Club and Will and The People.
"It is a testament to the local music scene that of these 12 international bands that we have tipped for the top, no less that 3 are from our local area... to achieve WATCH LIST status, all bands have to demonstrate artistic integrity, application, determination and originality. Bury Tomorrow, The Lost Souls Club and Will and The People can all do this in bucketfuls ... at OVERGROUND SOUND we are very excited to see what the future holds for these great bands.. " said Rose Paul, founder of St Pauls Lifestyle inc OVERGROUND SOUND and judge for the UK's Open Mic Live and Unsigned contest.
The other 9 bands on St Pauls Lifestyle's OVERGROUND SOUND WATCH LIST are:
Pulled Apart by Horses; Blitz Kids; Femi Temowo; hundreds; The Glass Child; Turbowolf; Coliseum; Wakey!Wakey!; belladonna
Our WATCH LIST and criteria was revealed last night by way of livestream film and that film, the criteria and the selected musicians are all featured on our site today:
Rose Paul is available for comment, interview and meeting on 07545 624362
Please send any general queries/image requests to Anne/Dominika at info@stpaulslifestyle.com and we will happily provide you with all you need.
2012 WATCH LIST: www.stpaulslifestyle.com/blog/?bid=230.
Updated Tuesday 03 January 2012 - 5th ANNUAL CHARITY ROCK JAM - Station Hotel, Saturday 7 January 2012 - Message from Mark Holden (Less Is More): For the past four years we have held a charity event on the first Saturday of the new year, which is loosely called a "Rock Jam". What we do is to get together members of lots of the local bands (Not blues as we have a blues night every third Monday of the month) and play "a once a year one off event". The whole thing is great fun, a bit chaotic, very full, and it's all in a great cause, for two charities:- Andover Young Carers and Poole Hospital's Cancer Ward - Music kicks of at about 9pm and we go on till very late. If you're a muso and want to join in, view this PDF for more info: www.andovergigguide.co.uk/graphics/ROCKJAM2012.pdf.
Updated Wednesday 28 December 2011 - Thanks to Paul Bevan for getting in touch with us. Paul is a photographer that specialises in live music and he is available for bands to commission to take photos of them during their live shows. Here's how to get in touch with Paul:
E-mail: paulbevan@me.com
Telephone: 07792 422296
Flickr: www.flickr.com/photos/pabevan
Updated Thursday 22 December 2011 - Check out this YouTube video of Andover alt-rockers IN DARKLIGHT covering "Message In A Bottle" www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnu2iqDIdaQ
Updated Tuesday 06 December 2011 - Andover rockers IN DARKLIGHT presents a special opportunity for fans under 18 to come to one of their gigs. They will be playing with Andover alt. rockers IN ON THE CHASE at The Magic Roundabout on Saturday 17 December. FREE ENTRY. In On The Chase will kick the night off at 9pm and In Darklight will be playing at 10pm. Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
Updated Tuesday 06 December 2011 - TRACTOR will be playing live at the Oak in Smannell on Saturday 10 December 8/8.30pm and they will be joined by ex-HUMBLEBEES guitarist James Littleworth! - TRACTOR was formed in 2006 by Skin Basher Hobbins wanting to 'get it out of his system'. He persuaded Rockin' Jon to dust down the old axe, re-solder the loft-weary amp and don the crucifix and leather underwear. From the first passionate music embrace between these two, it was clear that the gods of music had taken them to their bosom as it strangely worked and ignited the spiritual flame of Tractor that still glows today. Read more of their story at www.myspace.com/tractormusic.
Updated Wednesday 30 November 2011 - ST PAULS LIFESTYLE is a musical cult brand with OVERGROUND SOUND on its site at www.stpaulslifestyle.com. Watch this YouTube compilation film, showing what they do to support striving musicians, and how they do it. The film features: Tom Morella, Carl Restivo, Frank Turner, Goldie, Courtney Pine, We Are The Ocean, Pulled Apart By Horses, Bury Tomorrow, Soweto Kinch, Annie Mac and LOADS more www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFBw734bsnE.
Updated Wednesday 16 November 2011 - Don't forget heat 2 of the FAIRPLAY Andover Youth Gig Series this Saturday, 19 November, 6.30-11pm at Harrow Way Community School in Andover. The top acts from each gig series will play at the Grand Final on Sat 3rd Dec. Tickets for this event are £2.50 online (Paypal), £2 in advance from the venue or £3 on the door. The acts will be: Original Nova, Hugh Reilly-Smith, Talking to Amy, The Late Comers, The Fandangos, In On The Chase, plus special guest performance from IN DARKLIGHT. To purchase your tickets online, visit Fairplay's website: www.fairplayandover.co.uk. Visit the Facebook event: www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=265379683508306.
Updated Saturday 05 November 2011 - Fairplay - Andover Youth Gig Series is a collaboration of local businesses (Anton Road Studio, Andover Leisure Centre, Harrow Way School and The Edge Project Hampshire) who have teamed up to provide musicians with the chance to gig in Andover. I'd hate to call it a battle of the bands (such an old school term) but the gig series currently have 4 events planned and the best acts from each gig night will win prizes for their talents.
If you fancy playing a local show and want to showcase your talents, please consider applying (application form attached). The events take place in November and December, so be quick to apply. The best acts stand a chance of winning some awesome prizes, such as free studio time (with yours truly), getting your music on digital download (iTunes, Amazon, Napster, Spotify etc) for a whole year, a band photo shoot and much more!
'Fairplay - Andover Youth Gig Series' was originally set up with the hope of boosting the profile of Andover's rising music scene. We want to tell our community just how cool our music scene really is! So if this sounds good to you, please consider entering for this great event. (...again, the application form and poster attached explains all...)
For you Facebook lovers (the majority!) please go and 'Like' us at www.facebook.com/FairplayAndover and start spreading the news!
Kind regards, Louis Sellers, Anton Road Studio.
Fairplay Andover website: www.fairplayandover.co.uk
Fairplay 2011 Poster.pdf: www.andovergigguide.co.uk/FairplayPoster.pdf
Fairplay 2011 Fairplay Application Form 2011.pdf: www.andovergigguide.co.uk/FairplayApplicationForm.pdf
www.andovergigguide.co.uk/FAIRPLAY.
Updated Monday 31 October 2011 - Thanks to Geoff from the Blues/Rock outfit RHYTHM ROOM for contacting us. They play a mix of arranged covers and original material. Fronted by female vocalist Sami, Rhythm Room are a 5-piece band from Nailsea near Bristol, comprising experienced musicians on drums, keys, guitar and bass, and providing backing vocals to Sami. They are available for booking and are heading into the studio in December 2011 to record their first album. You can find them at www.rhythm-room.co.uk where there are a couple of videos of them in the studio.
Updated Saturday 29 October 2011 - Thanks to Louise from the Andover Musical Theatre Company for contacting us. Formerly known as the Andover Musical & Operatic Society, they can be traced back to the 1890s. It disappeared from public record in the 1930s, but was re-established by Brenda Jeffrey-Machin in 1963. The Society continued to grow and along with the old G&S standards, over the past 40 years or so has performed works as diverse as Carmen and Godspell. Favourites have included many of the Viennese operettas, as well as popular musicals such as Oklahoma!, Brigadoon and Carousel. Visit their new website at www.andovermusicaltheatre.co.uk.
Strictly Musicals - 10-12 November, The Lights - Their next performance will be "Strictly Musicals" - A celebration of Modern Musicals, showcasing the best of the West End and beyond, is on at The Lights 10-12 November 2011. Visit The Lights online at www.thelights.org.uk.
Updated Wednesday 26 October 2011 - Here's a message from Luke in Funkline: FUNKLINE are scouting for a support act for a big show they are putting on in May 2012. This could be a solo/duo/trio able to do a 30 minute set. Anyone interested please get in touch at mail@funkline.co.uk.
Updated Tuesday 25 October 2011 - Friday 18th November, Live and Exclusive at The Bourne Valley Inn, St. Mary Bourne - THE BOG ROLLING STONES - The south's top top top Stones tribute band. Tickets £10 strictly limited. Cheap Curry and Chilli con Carne on the night. Visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/BVI.
Updated Saturday 22 October 2011 - Thanks to Chris from THE COVER UPS for contacting us. They are a four piece band that covers music from the 60s to the present day. They have booked gigs at the Anton Arms (27 August), the Angel (29 October) and the Clarendon Club in Tidworth (5 November). Visit their website at www.wix.com/rpstock/thecoverups or you can visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/THE-COVER-UPS/126718107362826.
Updated Thursday 20 October 2011 - Andover based original Metal outfit Puppet Cell are looking for a new lead guitarist. If anybody knows anyone that fits the bill, please get in touch with us at this following email addy: puppetcell@inbox.com. Gigs a plenty in the offing.... A good last year including headline slots in the joiners. Must have own gear and transport. Look forward to hearing from you!
Updated Sunday 16 October 2011 - Thanks to Deano for contacting us with news of a forthcoming event at The Entertainer in King Arthur's Way: Irish Charity Night with live music from PORT & STOUT (Gerry Bull & Johnny Cahill) playing all the best Irish songs live (Galway Girl, Dirty Old Town, Fairytale of NY and many more). Also special guest star PADDY MONAGHAN, ex Bare-Knuckle boxing champion of the World and 114 fights undefeated! Come along and meet Paddy and have a photo taken with him. Any profits go to Naomi House. Starts 7pm approx, tickets £12 each. E-mail deano on deanora1210@aol.com for tickets/info!
Updated Thursday 13 October 2011 - IN DARKLIGHT will be playing at the Danebury on Saturday 22 October, supported by SUBJECT MATTER - Don't miss out, it's free entry, and Subject Matter will be kicking-off at 9pm. In Darklight will have copies of their new EP on sale. Since their formation in 2004, In Darklight have evolved into a band with a sound equally at home across alternative or commercial airwaves. This broad appeal stems from a unique creation of exhilarating pop melodies and thickset rock, laced with technical mastery and razor-sharp lyrical prowess. Based in Hampshire, their self-titled EP, released August 2011, is the follow up to debut album, 'Dying to Confess', and marks their evolution into a 3-piece. A distinctive influence-list generates an exclusive, fresh character with far reaching potential. Boisterous yet tight live shows, complemented with a stylish onstage image, combine flawlessly with the band's song-writing nous, and have shaken an array of prestigious venues to date. New EP available now on physical CD, iTunes, Amazon and more. Follow In Darklight on Twitter at www.twitter.com/indarklight or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/indarklight.
Updated Wednesday 12 October 2011 - Hi Phil here from The Difference, we are playing at the Coronation Arms in St Mary Bourne on the 29th October. Would be great to see as many people there as possible, as Sue, the landlady provides a very warm welcome! www.andovergigguide.co.uk/TheDifference.
Updated Sunday 09 October 2011 - Thanks to Adrian Boulton for contacting us with news of a gig at the Wykeham Club next weekend, Saturday 15 October - BLAYZ playing live - hits from the 60s, 70s and 80s.
Updated Saturday 24 September 2011 - Another opportunity to see COLE STACEY at the Railway Tavern - Saturday 22 October - Visit www.colestacey.net, www.myspace.com/colestaceymusicness or www.facebook.com/colestaceymusic. Cole Stacey is a singer/songwriter from Devon, recently described by Steve Knightley (Show Of Hands) as "An Impassioned & Ambitious Young Songwriter". His rapidly growing reputation has led him to have continued airplay on BBC Radio & radio stations across the world. Cole has opened sell-out shows for Cara Dillon, Martin Simpson & Chris Wood and has headlined shows nationwide, including Bristol and Sidmouth folk festivals, Glastonbury and Chagstock. Don't miss out!
Updated Saturday 24 September 2011 - Thanks to Peter at the Bourne Valley Inn for contacting us with details of this gig: LIVE AND EXCLUSIVE Friday 30th September.. one of the U.K.'s premier Beatles tribute bands...for one very special night only..... THE SILVER BEATLES.... miss this one and weep .. ! Tickets are strictly limited to 60, with a seat for everyone. Curry or Chilli for a fiver on the night, don't delay... Tickets £10 each available to callers, or by 'phone or e-mail... 01264 738361 .. enquiries@bournevalleyinn.com
Updated Friday 23 September 2011 - Thanks to Rob from Stringbrokers music for this message: Hi, just a reminder that Nokando are playing at the Andover Central Club, This Saturday - September 24th 2011 - 8.45pm - 12.00am... Cheers Rob
Updated Monday 19 September 2011 - Thanks to Malcolm from THE DIRECTORS for contacting us. They will be playing at the Station Hotel on Saturday 24 September. This marks the first Andover performance for the Directors this year, having been playing events from the Lake District to the South Coast. Playing a mix of classic and modern covers rich with harmonies, The Directors are a 4-piece covers band specialising in weddings and parties. Visit their website at www.thedirectors.co.uk or their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/TheDirectors.uk.
Updated Tuesday 13 September 2011 - Thanks to Phil Neale for contacting us about a forthcoming gig at the Town Mills in Andover for Wild Wood: Wild Wood - 8.30pm - Saturday 17th September 8.30 until late... Wild Wood and Friends playing the night away with a mass of frantic, foot-stomping English and Irish folk tunes. Great location. Great tunes. Great Craic. Don't miss it.
Updated Tuesday 06 September 2011 - CRISPYSTOCK IS THIS WEEKEND! - Come down to The Lights on Saturday for Crispystock 2011 - the 5th Anniversary. This is Andover's annual music festival to celebrate the life and times of 'Crispy', aka Christopher Vearncombe, the UK's Air Guitar Champion. Christopher died when he was hit by a car in Durban, South Africa. He was killed just four days before he was due to defend his crown as Air Guitar Champion. His many friends celebrate the anniversary of his death with a charity concert - all proceeds go to Headway, a charity that helps the survivors of brain injury lead their day to day lives.
Date and time: Saturday 10 September 1pm to midnight
Open to the public
T-shirts and merchandise available
Full licensed bar and catering
All ages welcome
£5 donation on the door
For the full line-up, have a look at www.facebook.com/crispystock.
Updated Saturday 03 September 2011 - Thanks to Dave from THE ROOKIES for contacting us. They will be making their triumphant return to the George Inn, Thruxton on 10 September with their brand of high-energy soul-rock for serious partying.
Updated Friday 02 September 2011 - Thanks to Julie Gibson for contacting us with details of live music at the Crown Inn in Upton, 7.5 miles north of Andover. TRACTOR will be playing on 24 September and RICKY PERSELL will be playing on 11 November.
Updated Thursday 01 September 2011 - Thanks to Mark from the SAM PAINE TRIO for contacting us about a gig this Saturday 3 September at the Anton Arms. They are a rock/blues band playing classic numbers from the likes of Cream, Jimmy Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan and the Rolling Stones with foot tappers from their own burgeoning catalogue.
Updated Friday 26 August 2011 - Thanks to David from CONSTELLATION for contacting us with news of a free gig in aid of charity at the Wolversdene Club on 3 September. Constellation are a five piece Indie/Rock band based in Bournemouth, England. They first formed in December 2009, each individual bringing their own influences installing a unique and commercially viable sound. Receiving rave reviews from clients and audiences alike you can be assured of a delivery of nothing less than mesmerising. Constellation recently released their first album have written and dedicated their song 'FLOWER SONG', available for download NOW from iTunes & Amazon to Scotty's Little Soldier's, www.scottyslittlesoldiers.co.uk, a charity dedicated to supporting the children of men and women killed in action while serving with the British Armed Forces. All proceeds from the sales of the single go to the charity. Visit Constellation's website at www.constellationband.co.uk.
Updated Friday 26 August 2011 - Thanks to Simon and Alistair from the INN SPECTRES for contacting us with details of forthcoming gigs in the area. With more Rock than a Blackpool Crackhouse, The Inn Spectres "are here to entertain you and rock tha house till the spooks are shaken from the rafters!!". They will be at the White Hart in Penton this coming Sunday, 28 August, then at the Enham Club on Saturday 3 September and at the Angel on Saturday 17 September. Visit them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/The-Inn-Spectres/113318845372847.
Updated Tuesday 23 August 2011 - Thanks to Nicky at the George Inn in Vernham Dean for contacting us. There will be a beer festival this coming weekend with real ales from local breweries and a BBQ with live music on both days. On the Saturday there will be a live Irish folk band called TRIPPING UPSTAIRS from 2.15pm, followed by the RED, WHITE AND ROSES from 4.15pm. On Saturday evening will be RICHARD BLOOM from 7pm. On the Sunday afternoon will be DANCING FOR DOLLARS from 2pm. Music times are approximate. Visit www.thegeorgeatvernhamdean.co.uk.
Updated Tuesday 23 August 2011 - Thanks to Tid Tidy for contacting us with details of TONFEST at Broughton Football Club on Sunday 28 August. Bands will include:
- Uncle Tom's Cobbleys
- Rockbottom Blues Band
- Mavis Grind
- Go On Green
- The Shoots
FREE entry. Bar. BBQ. 4-10pm.
Updated Monday 22 August 2011 - Thanks to Caroline Ford for contacting us about JAZZTIME - The award-winning duo SAX & HONEY will be playing an afternoon of traditional jazz, funk, jive and all kinds of music to get your feet tapping. This will be at the White Hart Inn and Restaurant in Thruxton on Sunday 28 August from 4 to 8pm. www.andovergigguide.co.uk/WhiteHorseThruxton.
Updated Monday 22 August 2011 - Thanks to Mark from popular local band LESS IS MORE for contacting us to let us know they've added The Magic Roundabout (The Folly) to their gig list for the summer Bank Holiday weekend, Sunday 28 August. Their repertoire consists of modern covers from bands such as Kings of Leon, The Fratellis, Oasis, Muse, Red Hot Chilis, Snow Patrol, The Killers, plus some of the older classics. Visit their website at www.lessismore.me.uk for the full playlist and to hear sample tracks. Visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/LIM for the full gig list.
Updated Friday 19 August 2011 - Thanks to Jayson at the Railway Tavern for contacting us with the forthcoming events at the pub.
25 August - Stephen Carroll
27 August - Karaoke
1 September - Greg Winters
8 September - Sarah Lockey
9 September - Cole Stacey
15 September - Stephen Carroll
22 September - Jamie Ledwith
For more information, see www.andovergigguide.co.uk/RailwayTavern
Updated Wednesday 10 August 2011 - The Grateley Beer Festival will be on at the Plough Inn all weekend. 14 Regional Real Ales will be available, plus food available from their pub menu or BBQ (6pm Friday and Sunday) and Hog Roast (6pm Saturday). Live music on Friday (9pm) will be STONE GECKO. Saturday's music (9pm) is from BLACK DOG and Sunday's music (also 9pm) is from the JON WALSH BLUES BAND.
Updated Wednesday 10 August 2011 - Thanks to Gary from FLAXEN for contacting us about this weekend's charity gig at the Wolversdene Club: FRIDAY 12 AUGUST: RELOAD, FLAXEN and ECHOES - " A Summer Charity Ball (dress up if you like, but it's not compulsory!). Every last penny will be going to Multiple Sclerosis. We'll be playing for a couple of hours, and I will be choosing the classic, not so classic and downright distressing rock tracks of years gone by in the meantime....It'll be great and it's all for a superb charity. ". Tickets are £10, contact reload303@gmail.com for details. Visit the Facebook event: www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=103546206403375.
Updated Thursday 04 August 2011 - The Line up is complete for the bandstand stage at Picnic In the Park on 13th August up at Beech Hurst Park - remember this is a FREE event - come and kick back and enjoy a drink, some food and great music - lots of free creative activities for the whole family from 12 - 7pm
12.00 - 12.30pm Yasmin Awome
12.40-1.10pm Lex Mead
1.20pm-1.50pm Gray Smith
2-2.30pm Dragonfly Rhythms
2.45-3.30pm James Mitchell
3.45-4.30pm La Peculiar
4.45-5.30pm Morrison
5.45-6.15pm The Paper Shades
6.30-7pm Laura Ridley
Updated Wednesday 03 August 2011 - Thanks to Tim McDonald for providing us with details of this gig: Tuesday 9 August: Lights out! And the George present: ATTACK! ATTACK! - After shows and tours with Lostprophets, Funeral For a Friend, the Blackout, Kids In Glass Houses and You me at Six, Attack! Attack! take time out for a special intimate show in Andover! PLUS GUESTS: WeCaughtTheCastle + In On The Chase. LIVE AT THE GEORGE ANDOVER SP10 1PD - 01264 333799 www.facebook.com/TheGeorgeVenue. DOORS 7:30PM - AGES 16+ WELCOME! TICKETS £5 AND ARE STRICTLY LIMITED TO 150! FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED! TICKETS AVAILABLE IN ADVANCE - - - PAYPAL £5 TO theyankeeboy77@hotmail.com and you will be sent an E-TICKET via Email PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR NAME AND EMAIL ADDRESS! If you don't have PAYPAL, you can pay for a ticket in advance from the George in person and we will email E-TICKET to you before the show. ATTACK! ATTACK! LATEST ALBUM "THE LATEST FASHION" OUT NOW ON HASSLE RECORDS www.facebook.com/AttackAttackBand
Updated Friday 29 July 2011 - Thanks to Simon from the INN SPECTRES for contacting us. They are a 5 piece rock covers band that plays between Salisbury and Andover. They are playing at the Cross Keys Inn Beer Festival in Upper Chute on Saturday 13 August and at the Anton Arms on Saturday 20 August. Visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/InnSpectres for a list of their local gigs.
Updated Wednesday 27 July 2011 - Thanks to Howard from VINTAGE for contacting us - they will be playing at the Plough Grateley this Saturday, 30 July and at the White Hart in Stoke on Saturday 6 August - Vintage are a five-piece rock covers band that met through the Test Valley Rock School and, since forming the band in May 2009, they have been playing at private functions around the Andover area. They are all experienced musicians who have played in many different bands over the years. They play a mix of hits from the last 4 decades, combining upbeat rock with easy listening foot tappers through to the best of slow and smoochy.. Sets include Beatles, Rolling Stones, Searchers, Hollies, Shadows, Eagles and more. Keep an eye on the gig list for their public appearances in venues around town. Visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/Vintage/115973365092319.
Updated Friday 22 July 2011 - Thanks to Rob from Stringbrokers Music for contacting us - Just a reminder that this Summer's Guitar Club Showcase Concert is on this Saturday, 23rd July 2011 at the Harrow Way School Auditorium. Doors open at 7.10 and the concert will start at 7.30. Hope to see to there.
Updated Thursday 21 July 2011 - Thanks to Jayson from the Railway Tavern for contacting us about this evening's music - 8.30pm. Welcome to Lou Taylor's Soul Train! Bringing you the best in Soul & Motown, with outstanding vocals, Lou's Soul Train is guaranteed to keep you dancing "All Night Long". With over 10 years experience in the music industry, working alongside some of the worlds top performers, Lou will make your event a "Night To Remember".
Updated Thursday 21 July 2011 - Thanks to Mark from LESS IS MORE for contacting us with details of the weekend's live music at this year's WEYHILL FAIR BEER FESTIVAL taking place Friday 29 to Sunday 31 July. The live music on the Friday night will come from NOKANDO as usual, on from 8pm-ish. Saturday's line-up (starting at 3pm) consists of: LA PECULIAR, SOFA KINGS, IN DARKLIGHT, JUST TESTING, STONEPIG and LESS IS MORE. Sunday's music starts at midday and features a full set by the JON WALSH BLUES BAND. Visit the festival website at www.freewebs.com/weyhillfair.
Updated Monday 18 July 2011 - Hollie Blakelock & Laura Budd are a local duo who have been singing together for five years. They are are best friends that share their music and their dream. Visit them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Hollie-And-Laura-Music/138664539504939. Keep an eye out for live local performances by Hollie and Laura - www.andovergigguide.co.uk/Hollie&Laura.
Updated Sunday 17 July 2011 - Thanks to Mark from LESS IS MORE for contacting us with forthcoming gigs. Their next live gig in Andover will be on Saturday 30 July at the Weyhill Fair Beer Festival, then Friday 5 August at The Globe. Less Is More are one of Andover's most popular covers band, playing regularly around the Andover pub scene, as well as at weddings and corporate functions. Their repertoire consists of modern covers from bands such as Kings of Leon, The Fratellis, Oasis, Muse, Red Hot Chilis, Snow Patrol, The Killers, plus some of the older classics. Visit their website at www.lessismore.me.uk for the full playlist and to hear sample tracks. For a full list if local gigs visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/LessIsMore.
Updated Thursday 14 July 2011 - Thanks to IAIN MCKELLAR for contacting us - he will be playing at The Swallow this Friday, 15 July. Iain sings Rock N Roll, including Elvis and many others. See his gig list at www.andovergigguide.co.uk/IainMcKellar.
Updated Wednesday 13 July 2011 - Message from John in SMILER: "Smiler" would like to say thank you to all who packed out the Angel for our gig there last saturday. We had a great time and, it seems, you all did too. We will be back on: Sat.12th November. Put this date in your diaries....oh and don't forget your dancin' shoes! ---- www.andovergigguide.co.uk/SMILER.
Updated Tuesday 12 July 2011 - Thanks to Maurice from the Enham Country and Western Club for contacting us. Every third Saturday in the year at the Lansdown Wilson Hall at Enham Alemein - LIVE COUNTRY AND WESTERN MUSIC - On the 16th July DANIEL BERRY from Tunbridge Wells entertains. Music from 8 p.m. to 1115 p m. Bar, filled rolls and raffle available. Entrance price £3.00 per adult (Enham Club Members and under 14's free) See Andover Library for the years programme.
Updated Tuesday 12 July 2011 - Thanks to Jayson from the Railway Tavern - the live music in August will feature: Iain McKellar (Elvis Night) on Thursday 4 August, Sarah Lockey on Thursday 11 August and Stephen Carroll on Thursday 18 August. Visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/RailwayTavern for the full listings.
Updated Tuesday 12 July 2011 - Thanks to Rose from ST PAULS LIFESTYLE for contacting us. St Pauls Lifestyle can be found at www.stpaulslifestyle.com and they run an exciting and popular music blog called OVERGROUND SOUND that supports striving artists. Visit their blog at www.stpaulslifestyle.com/blog to find reviews and video interviews of local and not so local bands. For a taster, take a look at this interview of FRANK TURNER on his tour bus at The Railway, Winchester, in June: www.stpaulslifestyle.com/blog/?bid=147 - There's also a review of the recent Blissfields Festival at www.stpaulslifestyle.com/blog/?bid=156.
Updated Tuesday 12 July 2011 - Thanks to Dawn at The Globe for contacting us with details of forthcoming events at the pub, starting this weekend, Friday 15 July with a Disco and Saturday 16 July with Mark Stokes Karaoke. There's also some live bands on the diary, including JUST LIKE VINYL, SOFA KINGS, RIFF RAFF and THE COVER UPS. Keep an eye on the list at www.andovergigguide.co.uk/TheGlobe for more information.
Updated Tuesday 12 July 2011 - Thanks to Kayleigh at the Angel Inn for contacting us with details of the live music over August at the pub, including performances from IB40, RIFF RAFF, THE STRANGERS and IN DARKLIGHT. Visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/AngelInn for full details.
Updated Friday 08 July 2011 - Thanks to Jon from the Half Moon and Spread Eagle in Micheldever for contacting us with details of some live music this coming Saturday, 16 July with VINYL SWARF. Event: Vinyl Swarf + DJs "Forgive Me Father For I Have Synth'd" - 7.30pm - Come along for a post-Fete party. The Half Moon will be open until late with an all night BBQ available. The band will be playing classic rock covers from 7.30pm. The DJ group "Forgive Me Father I Have Sythn'd" will play 80s and 90s music from 9.30pm.
Updated Thursday 07 July 2011 - Thanks to Rob from the Wolversdene Club for contacting us with their forthcoming events, kicking-off with IN ON THE CHASE this Saturday, 16 July. For full details, visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/WolversdeneClub.
Updated Thursday 07 July 2011 - Thanks to Sharon from the Lights for contacting us with details of some live comedy coming up at the venue: PHIL JUPITUS will be live at The Lights on Wednesday 27 July. Also, LEE NELSON has added an extra date - he will now be appearing at The Lights on Tuesday 23 August and Tuesday 6 September. Visit www.thelights.org.uk for more information or to book online. Call the box office on 01264 368368.
Updated Monday 04 July 2011 - Thanks to Guy from DRAGONFLY RHYTHMS and Steve from MORRISON for contacting us - they will both be playing live at the Picnic in the Park Festival at Beech Hurst Park in Andover on Saturday 13 August.
Updated Saturday 02 July 2011 - Thanks to Warren from THE SPREAD EAGLE BAND for contacting us with details of a free live music event in the summer marquee at The Bell in Weyhill on Saturday 9 July, 7pm till late, featuring the London-based SPREAD EAGLE BAND with 'Flaxen' vocalist Terie Jane, 'Less Is More', '1904' and 'Edition'.
The Spread Eagle Band are a dynamic London-based covers band that play the majority of their gigs in the central London pubs scene. Their line-up for this event will include Paul Dwyer & Justin McConville on vocals and lead guitars, Geoff Pullen on rhythm guitar, Warren Ingram on bass guitar, Chris McConville on drums and Laurent Dumoulin on trumpet. They will also be joined by Flaxen vocalist Terie Jane.
Less is More are one of Andover's most popular cover bands, playing regularly around the Andover pub scene, as well as at weddings and corporate functions. Their repertoire consists of modern covers from bands such as Kings of Leon, The Fratellis, Oasis, Muse, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Snow Patrol, the Killers, plus some of the older classics. Visit their website at www.lessismore.me.uk for the full playlist and to hear sample tracks.
1904 is a local young professional musician who is currently working with his band on the production of their new album.
Edition is a new young energetic covers band from Andover, covering a wide range of music from rock n roll to blues, to hard rock and metal. They've been brought up on live music and live to perform and have a good night.
Updated Friday 01 July 2011 - Thanks to Nigel Mills for letting us know that the OPEN MIC NIGHT that was scheduled for this coming Sunday at the Hatchet Inn in Lower Chute has been rescheduled to SUNDAY 10 JULY at 8pm. Everyone is welcome! www.andovergigguide.co.uk/HatchetInn.
Updated Wednesday 29 June 2011 - Thanks to SARAH LOCKEY for contacting us. Sarah will be performing her debut gig at the Railway Tavern on Thursday 7 July from 8pm. Sarah's brand of rock and pop covers provides a great evening of entertainment. With songs from the likes of Pink, Kings of Leon, Shania Twain and Alanis Morrisette, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Visit Sarah's Facebook page and become a fan to keep updated with her news and gigs: www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=95997115494.
Updated Wednesday 29 June 2011 - Thanks to Tim McDonald for contacting us with details of a forthcoming gig at The George in Andover. Lights Out Present: YEARBOOK - ATTENTION THIEVES - EAGER TEETH. Free entry (Donations of £1 min). 16+ Doors 7:30pm. Visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/TGV for more details.
Updated Wednesday 22 June 2011 - Thanks to Ross from Salisbury-based band NOT DEAD YET for contacting us with news of a gig at the Anton Arms on 2 July. Not Dead Yet have been playing a unique and tuneful blend of 60s/70s/80s blues and classic rock to audiences around the south of England for several years. The band plays covers from a range of artists including Robert Johnson, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, Cream/Clapton, Free, Wishbone Ash, Bad Company, Pink Floyd, the Stones and many more. Visit their website at www.wix.com/notdeadyet/NDY.
Updated Tuesday 21 June 2011 - Thanks to Will from RED AZTEK for contacting us with news of their forthcoming gigs - the next one in Andover being at the Anton Arms on 13 August. Red Aztek are a four piece band playing classic rock covers from bands and artists such as Led Zep, Free, Police, Pink Floyd, Joe Cocker, Cream, the Beatles, GNR, Robert Palmer, Red Hot Chilis etc. Visit their website at www.redaztek.com.
Updated Thursday 16 June 2011 - SARAH LOCKEY has been in touch with news of some gigs. Join Sarah for her first gig back after having baby Kenzi at the Central Club on Saturday 25 June. Welcome back Sarah! 8.30pm. Sarah's brand of rock and pop covers provides a great evening of entertainment. With songs from the likes of Pink, Kings of Leon, Shania Twain and Alanis Morrisette, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Visit Sarah's Facebook page and become a fan to keep updated with her news and gigs: www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=95997115494. View her gig list at www.andovergigguide.co.uk/SarahLockey.
Updated Tuesday 14 June 2011 - Andover rockers PUPPET CELL will be travelling to Southampton this Thursday (16 June) to play at The Joiners and would love to see some of their Andover fans at the gig. You can obtain tickets at a reduced price via their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/Puppet-Cell/316742931313. Puppet Cell play original heavy rock/metal numbers. Think Alice in Chains, Soundgarden, Black Sabbath. Visit the venue's website at www.joinerslive.co.uk.
Updated Monday 13 June 2011 - Thanks to Iain McKellar for contacting us. Iain will be singing his Rock N Roll, including Elvis and many others, at the Old Castle Club in Ludgershall on Saturday 9 July.
Updated Saturday 11 June 2011 - Thanks to Phil from local Celtic band, WILD WOOD, for contacting us. They will be playing in the bar of the White Hart, Stoke, nr Andover on the evening of Friday 17th June, start time around 8pm. After igniting the atmosphere at The Town Mills in Andover on St. Patrick's night, the band present another opportunity to experience the heady mix of Celtic tunes and songs to get everyone's feet tapping and enjoying the craic. Free entry.
Updated Saturday 11 June 2011 - Thanks to Sharon at WYKE DOWN in Picket Piece for contacting us with details of their 25th Anniversary Party weekend, starting on Friday 17 June with a beer festival featuring local real ales, a BBQ and live music from local favourites FUNKLINE. Then on Saturday 18 June (£12 ticket required), the beer festival continues, plus a charity raffle for the Hampshire & IOW Air Ambulance, a fork buffet and live music from NOKANDO. Visit the event information at www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=154449861288893.
Updated Friday 03 June 2011 - Thanks to Rob from the Wolversdene Club for contacting us with a list of what's coming up over the next month, starting with mod covers band THE CALLING, this coming Saturday, 4 June. Visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/WolversdeneClub for a list of what's on.
Updated Thursday 02 June 2011 - Thanks to Vic from The Plough Inn in Grateley for contacting us with news of this event - FRIDAY 10 JUNE: BIG BAND AND BURGER NIGHT! - UPTOWN TRAFFIC Reunion Tour 2011. www.uptowntraffic.co.uk. 60s and 70s Rock N Roll band. Playing live from 9pm. FREE ENTRY. Uptown Traffic was formed in 1969 but after successful gigs in the 70s, the band split. Now they are back after 36 years performing live! The current line-up comprises Paul Carter (Baritone Sax), Richard New (Tenor Sax), Jed Waters (Bass), Kev Dyson (Guitar/Vocals), Chris Robinson (Guitar/Vocals), Tony Locke (Drums), Ken Saunders (Trumpet) and Graham 'Riverdance' Hayes (Trumpet). BURGER NIGHT: Choose a burger, choose your toppings, choose a side. Available while stocks last. Bar open until 1am.
Updated Thursday 02 June 2011 - Our good friend and well-known local photographer, Nick Tynan, is kick-starting his own photography business from www.nicktynan.co.uk. He's available for weddings, portraits, business events, corporate and commercial stuff, plus his gig photography which most of us know him for. You can visit his Flickr stream at www.flickr.com/photos/nicktynan. We've linked him from our 'Local Links' list.
Updated Thursday 02 June 2011 - Thanks to Jayson from the Railway Tavern on Weyhill Road for contacting us to let us know that the highly recommended STEPHEN CARROLL will be singing from his lucky dip repetoire of music on Thursday 9 June. Stephen sings anything from Irish ballads, the Eagles, David Gray, U2, Kings of Leon and much much more. Free Entry.
Updated Wednesday 25 May 2011 - Thanks to Peter from the Bourne Valley Inn in St. Mary Bourne for contacting us with details of a gig planned for Friday 17 June. ABBA RIVAL, a top UK ABBA tribute band, will be performing live. Tickets are on sale for £10 and there's only 60! A curry or chili supper is available for £5. Telephone, e-mail or call in for tickets. Tel 01264 738361 E-mail enquiries@bournevalleyinn.com. BE QUICK, it's a sure sell-out.
Updated Wednesday 25 May 2011 - Thanks to Kris from THE SOFA KINGS for contacting us with news of more forthcoming gigs; at the Royal Oak in Charlton on Saturday 28 May, at the Weyhill Fair Beer Festival on Saturday 30 July and at the Anton Arms on Saturday 20 August. Check www.andovergigguide.co.uk/SofaKings for gig dates.
Updated Tuesday 24 May 2011 - Thanks to Lee and Paul from JUST TESTING for contacting us with details of their next gig at the Station Hotel on Saturday 4 June. They will be joined this time by special guest, STUKA SQUADRON's guitarist Gravedigger Cox, a band recently featured in Metal Hammer magazine. Just Testing are a classic rock and pop covers band with an eclectic mix covering artists such as The Beatles, Stones, Kinks, Pat Benatar, Kings Of Leon, AC/DC, Stereophonics, Foo Fighters, Pink Floyd, Dire Straits, Katy Perry, Duffy, Alanis Morissette, Sheryl Crowe, Police and many more… always ending on their favourite 50's number by the Safaris! Something for everybody! Visit their website at www.myspace.com/groupjusttesting.
Updated Monday 23 May 2011 - Thanks to Gary from FLAXEN for contacting us with the following message: Due to Band members leaving to persue other projects in 2010.. Flaxen have been busy rehearsing a fresh set with a new Guitarist & Bass Player... If you enjoyed us the last time? come and see us the next time. Gigs to be listed soon..
Updated Friday 20 May 2011 - Thanks to Rob from the Wolversdene Club for contacting us. Come down to the club tomorrow, Saturday 21 May, for some great music by PURPLE MONKEY. They play classic rock tracks from the likes of Hendriz, Led Zip, Deep Purple, Rainbow, ACDC, Cream and many more.
Updated Friday 20 May 2011 - Thanks to Alfie from www.bookamobiledj.com for contacting us. They run a Karaoke session in Andover's PUB at Life 8.30-11.30pm every Wednesday evening, then the club is open from 11.30pm for a club session. Everyone is welcome down for a bit of fun on the Karaoke with over 25,000 songs available! www.bookamobiledj.com is available for hire for any Karaoke or Disco across Hampshire.
Updated Thursday 19 May 2011 - Thanks to Steve from RELOAD for providing us with their gig list. They are next playing at the Magic Roundabout (The Folly) on Sunday 29 May, then at the Enham Club on Saturday 11 June, then the following week at the Wolversdene Club on Saturday 18 June. They are playing a bunch of gigs in Winchester too (listed on the Winchester guide). Visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/Reload.
Updated Wednesday 18 May 2011 - Thanks to Sharon Wilkinson for contacting us with the following news: ROTORHEAD will be playing live at The Vine, Stockbridge, on Saturday 28 May. The Vine are holding their Annual Beer and Cider Festival. Contact Sharon for more details on Rotorhead, 07807 375289 or Christine at The Vine for details of the plans for the weekend 01264 810652.
Updated Thursday 12 May 2011 - IB40, a one-man Ali Campbell tribute, will be playing at the Royal Oak in Charlton this Saturday, 14 May, then at the Town Mills on Saturday 28 May. Visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/IB40.
Updated Wednesday 11 May 2011 - Thanks to Mike Cox for contacting us with details of a special concert at St. Andrew's Church in Collingbourne Ducis on Friday 20 May, starting at 7pm.
St. Petersburg comes to St. Andrews!
This will be a concert performed a cappella by the Hermitage Ensemble from St. Petersburg: Singers from theatres and concerts of St. Petersburg - the Kirov Opera and Ballet, Maly Opera Theatre, St. Petersburg Concert and others.
The Hermitage Ensemble consists of five male soloists singing "a cappella" - that is, accompanied only by one another. They sound like a Slavic barber shop quartet one minute and the massed ranks of the Red Army the next. They are, as individuals, at home in the opera houses and concert halls of St Petersburg but the goal of their ensemble is to maintain the Russian traditions of sacred and folk music.
Seating in St. Andrews is on a first-come-first-served basis. There will be a wine bar during the interval, when CDs of some of the ensemble's performances will be for sale.
Tickets, price £15, are available on-line at www.standrewsducis.org.uk, by email from boxoffice@standrewsducis.org.uk or by phone from 01264 850360.
Updated Tuesday 10 May 2011 - Thanks to Mark from the rock and blues group THE SAM PAINE TRIO for contacting us with news that they will be returning to the Anton Arms on Saturday 28 May for your entertainment. Playing classic numbers from the likes of Cream, Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan and the Rolling Stones, plus foot tappers from their own burgeoning catalogue. www.andovergigguide.co.uk/SamPaineTrio.
Updated Tuesday 10 May 2011 - Thanks to Paul from JUST TESTING for contacting us with the latest gig dates for the band, including gigs at the White Hart in Penton, the White Hart in Eversley, the Weyhill Fair, the Anton, the Plough in Grateley and the Enham Club --- for the full list of gigs visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/JustTesting.
Updated Sunday 01 May 2011 - Thanks to Wendy from the ANDOVER CHORAL SOCIETY for contacting us. It's their Spring Concert on Saturday 7 May at St Mary's Church from 7.30pm. Featuring Rachmaninov (Trio Elegiaque No.1 in G minor) and Brahms (Ein Deutsches Requiem), conducted by Peter Ford. Tickets are £12 and £10 concessions from Waterstones or at the door. Free for 14 years and under. Registered charity 1104982. Enquiries 01264 354305.
Updated Thursday 28 April 2011 - PLEASE HELP SUPPORT the monthly music event at the George Inn, Andover. It's called 'Show Me The Music' and the idea came from a lot of the young gig-goers commenting that it was unfair that they couldn't see all the bands because of age restrictions. So Richie Madisun and fellow musician Steve Dillon have arranged for the George to put on shows without age restriction on the last Saturday of every month between 5-9pm with local door supervision and a security company to make it as safe as possible. The next gig, this Saturday 30 April, will feature an Indie/Alternative set with the amazing KILL CASSIDY from Bristol and main support from Andover's WINTERHOURS (as featured on Andover Sound) and SUBJECT MATTERS. Doors 5pm. £2 on the door. Opening band 6pm, main support 7pm, Headliner 8pm. All ages welcome. Without your support this cannot continue. Visit the event page on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=191941704155159.
Updated Tuesday 19 April 2011 - 'Aiming to go where no Andover pub covers band has been before', Pretty Vacant are a versatile four-piece covers band heading for the George Inn in Vernham Dean this weekend, Saturday 23 April. Songs include Going Underground (The Jam), Sex On Fire (Kings of Leon), Teenage Kicks (The Undertones), Smooth (Carlos Santana) and many more. Visit their website at www.pretty-vacant.org.uk.
Updated Saturday 16 April 2011 - Thanks to Chris from JUST TESTING, the former lead guitarist from Flaxen, for contacting us. Chris has recently joined Just Testing as a lead guitarist and vocalist. They are a very hard-working classic rock and pop covers band and have dates coming up at the Station Hotel and the Plough in Grateley. Covering artists such as Pat Benatar, the Kinks, the Stones, Ting Tings, Cardigans, Feeder, Katy Perry, Eric Clapton, Sheryl Crow and the Beatles, plus many more. Visit their website at www.myspace.com/groupjusttesting. For a full list of their gigs covering a wide area including Sandhurst, Guildford, Eversley, Basingstoke, Andover and Grateley, visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/JustTesting.
Updated Monday 11 April 2011 - Thanks to Mark from popular local covers band LESS IS MORE for contacting us with forthcoming gigs at the Royal Oak in Charlton. They will be playing on the following Saturdays: 4 June, 3 September and 12 November. Their repertoire consists of modern covers from bands such as Kings of Leon, The Fratellis, Oasis, Muse, Red Hot Chilis, Snow Patrol, The Killers, plus some of the older classics. Visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/LIM for all their gig dates.
Updated Monday 11 April 2011 - Thanks for Harvey Cormack for contacting us to let us know that there will be a live rock classic covers band, KNOCKIN' ON, playing at the Ram in Tidworth this coming Saturday 16 April.
Updated Wednesday 06 April 2011 - Thanks for Harvey Cormack for contacting us with details of a Help for Heroes charity gig taking place at the Clarendon Club in Tidworth on Saturday 30 April at 4pm 'til midnight. There will be three live bands performing, including Knockin' On (But Still Rockin' On) + In On The Chase (Indie band) + one more TBA. There will also be a disco karaoke, plus Dave & Natalie. Entry is free and donations are at your discretion. Go along and support your local heroes. Keep up with events at the club via their Facebook group at www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=20191690542.
Updated Tuesday 05 April 2011 - Thanks to Dawn from the Angel Inn for contacting us to let us know that JUST LIKE VINYL will be playing at the Angel this Saturday 9 April. JUST LIKE VINYL are a duo featuring the talents of Dave South and Louise Ritchie. Although a new band, the pair are no strangers to the live music scene around their home town Salisbury.They cover Motown and Disco music! Visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/Just-Like-Vinyl/138259172851557.
Updated Thursday 31 March 2011 - Thanks to Peter from the Bourne Valley Inn for contacting us. Get out those dancin' shoes and brush off the dust! Live and exclusive for just 60 people! MOTOWN IN MOTION on Friday 15 April. High energy show from start to finish and an absolute must for all Motown fans. Tickets available now by call in... by phone... or by e-mail. Only 60 tickets available £10 each with a curry supper for £5. Telephone 01264 738361 or e-mail enquiries@bournevalleyinn.com.
Updated Wednesday 23 March 2011 - Thanks to Tid from the ROCK BOTTOM BLUES BAND for contacting us - the band will be playing at THE TUDOR ROSE in Romsey on Saturday 9 April from 9pm ish.
Updated Wednesday 16 March 2011 - Thanks to Dawn from the Angel Inn for providing us with gig dates coming up in March, April and May 2011.
Sat 19 March - The Strangers
Sat 26 March - In Darklight
Sat 2 April - Riff Raff
Sat 16 April - The Cruisers
Sat 23 April - Stonepig
Sat 7 May - Energy
Sat 14 May - Vinyl Swarf
Sat 21 May - Less Is More.
Updated Thursday 10 March 2011 - Thanks to Kim from the Enham Club for contacting us. This Saturday, 12 March, there will be an evening of swing with Josey Kane. His shows include Michael Buble's international hits covering artistes from Bobby Darin, Stevie Wonder, Van Morrison, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and many more. Gaining re-bookings at every venue he plays, whilst earning the name of "The King of Swing". Josey's repertoire also includes covers from the 50s to the present day, by artistes such as Ben E King, Ronan Keating, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Robbie Williams and many others. Free entry for members. £3 non members. Also, although it's not music, Kim also mentioned that they have Steve Marshall's Hypnotic Show appearing at the club on 26 March from 8.30 - Free to members, £5 to non members.
Updated Wednesday 09 March 2011 - Thanks to Iain McKellar for contacting us with details of two gigs in April. Iain will be singing at the Wolversdene Club on 2 April and at the British Legion on 9 April.
Updated Tuesday 08 March 2011 - Thanks to Vic from the Plough Inn, Grateley, for contacting us with a list of forthcoming gigs at the pub. On Friday 11 March is HUMDINGERS, Friday 18 March is UNCLE TOM'S COBBLEYS, Friday 25 March DJ STEVE and Friday 1 April THE CRY. Visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/PloughInnGrateley for the full list of gigs.
Updated Monday 07 March 2011 - Thanks to Howard from VINTAGE for contacting us. They have 3 gigs coming up: Sat 7 May at the Anton Arms, Sat 23 July at the Wykeham Club and Sat 30 July at the Plough in Grateley. Vintage are a five-piece rock covers band that met through the Test Valley Rock School and, since forming the band in May 2009, they have been playing at private functions around the Andover area. They are all experienced musicians who have played in many different bands over the years. They play a mix of hits from the last 4 decades, combining upbeat rock with easy listening foot tappers through to the best of slow and smoochy.. Sets include Beatles, Rolling Stones, Searchers, Hollies, Shadows, Eagles and more. Keep an eye on the gig list for their public appearances in venues around town. Visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/Vintage/115973365092319.
Updated Wednesday 09 February 2011 - Thanks to Richie for contacting us with details of SHOW ME THE MUSIC EVENT #2 at The George in Andover on Saturday 26 February. This month will be featuring DAVE MCPHEARSON (INME) on tour with his solo project, plus local support from OLD TIME RADIO and Berkshire's ANNA NEALE. The aim of these events is to bring new music to Andover in the form of signed national artists being supported by the best up-and-coming acts and giving local bands and artists a platform, as well as making original music accessible to individuals of all ages and showcasing a variety of genres in a professional circuit venue. Please help keep these events going by supporting your local music scene. These shows will be open from 5pm to 9pm and will cost £2 on the door. All under 18s must be out of the venue by 9pm. Over 18s can then continue with free entry to club nite from 9.30pm till 2am. Show Me The Music Facebook page: www.facebook.com/pages/Show-Me-The-Music/114527495283748.
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Clive's Easylearn Music School - Andover Music Schools for children and adults
Contact Studios - Professional recording studio in Andover
Cricketers Way - Community website for Cricketers Way in Andover
Floral Way - Community website for Floral Way
Guitar Clubs UK - Supportive Group Guitar Tuition and Music Workshops
Hayward Guitars - Guitar shop and workshop in Winchester (near the Station)
King Arthur's Way - Community website for King Arthur's Way in Andover
Nick Tynan Photography - Nick is an Andover-based professional photographer available for weddings, portraits, business, event, corporate, commercial and gig photography.
Pilgrims Way & River Way - Community website for Pilgrims Way and River Way in Andover
Roman Way - Community website for Roman Way in Andover
St Pauls Lifestyle 'Overground Sound' - A music-based retail business with an exciting music blog called 'Overground Sound' with reviews and filmed interviews of striving artists.
Stringbrokers Music Teaching Studio - All you need to get started and keep you on the road to success. Instrument sales & accessories available.
Test Valley Borough Council - Local council
Test Valley Rock School - Experience the excitement and thrill of rehearsing with a band in the day and appearing on stage in the evening
The Lights - Andover's professional arts and entertainment venue
thebestofandover - listings of events, local businesses and jobs in Andover
Town Central - Andover town website
Lardicake
19 Adelaide Road, Andover, SP10 1HF
Tel: 01264 394810
Sponsors of the Andover Gig Guide
Traditional old fashioned locals' pub with three real ales (Fuller's London Pride, Sharp's Doom Bar, Timothy Taylor's Landlord) and a real cider (Addlestones) on the pumps. Close to the town centre. Facilities include Sky TV, darts, pool and a jukebox. Occasional live acoustic evenings.