Andover Gig Guide - BLOG

Acoustic all-dayer at the Angel - SATURDAY 14 AUGUST 2010

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT

The second annual acoustic all-dayer will be held at the Angel on Saturday 14 August 2010. An event for the whole family, the music kicks-off at 1pm for 10 hours. Admittance is FREE and will feature some of the best local bands and artists. The line-up will be announced shortly. For more information, contact Richie Madisun: richiemadisun@hotmail.com. Follow Richie on twitter: www.twitter.com/richiemadisun. www.myspace.com/richiemadisun.

Do You Remember... Again?

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT

"Do You Remember?" is back at the Bell Inn for its second year. 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 31 July for a reunion of old friends. Live music from THE ROCKIN' BANDITS and STEALER. Tickets £10 each for Naomi House & Brecknock. Contact Geoff (Andover Gig Guide) on 07885 851510, Stafford on 01264 393086 or the Bell Inn on 01264 772858 for tickets.

Open air concert - Queen Charlotte - Sunday 29 August 2010

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT

The Queen Charlotte pub is planning an open air charity day on Sunday 29 August. The day will have live music outside from midday to 8pm, and then inside for the rest of the evening. It will be a fun family day with a bouncy castle, bungee run, candy floss and many games. There's also going to be a professional photographer with a run way for girls and guys to come with funky outfits. There will be a selection of real ales and traditional ciders available. The principle charity will be MacMillan. This is an ideal event for young/new bands that would love an opportunity to play on a stage. If you're interested in playing (and auditioning for the star spot!) please contact Anji 01264 323294.

RELOAD at The Folly (Magic Roundabout) - 29 August 2010

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Thanks to Steve from local rockers RELOAD for contacting us. They will be playing at the Magic Roundabout (The Folly) on Sunday 29 August. 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 Reload's website at www.myspace.com/reloadreload.

New Autumn Season at The Lights now on sale

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT

The Autumn Season went on sale at The Lights on Monday 12 July. The new season is packed full of music, comedy, theatre, dance and children's activities. Most of the music events are listed on our guide at www.andovergigguide.co.uk/TheLights, but to see the full range of great entertainment and activities, such as UK Guns N Roses, Aladdinsane (Bowie Tribute), comediennes Jenny Eclair and Sarah Millican, U2 UK, Kiki Dee & Carmelo Luggeri, Punt and Dennis (oops, sold out already!), Elkie Brooks and many many more, visit their website at www.thelights.org.uk.

Andover alt-rockers In Darklight release their debut album, DYING TO CONFESS.

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Andover's alternative rock band IN DARKLIGHT release their debut album, 'Dying To Confess', TODAY, Monday 12 July. The album is available from Amazon or iTunes:
Amazon: www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B003RUDH0U
iTunes: www.itunes.com/indarklight
For more information about the band and to hear sample music, visit www.myspace.com/indarklight.
Local gigs: www.andovergigguide.co.uk/InDarklight.

FRASER releases music video for their single "Lay It On The Line"

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Showcased at the Globe, Andover in February, London-based folk-pop band FRASER have now released their new music video for their single "Lay It On The Line" - Check it out - www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXRwREGPtGg.

Flaxen dates

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Thanks to Alan from local rock covers band FLAXEN for getting in touch. They have confirmed a bunch more gigs at Town Mills, the Wolversdene Club and the Danebury. Check out the full gig list at www.andovergigguide.co.uk/Flaxen.

RIP Sion 2004 - 2010

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT

RIP Sion 2004 - 2010: Sion were a five-piece band from Middle Wallop who enjoyed success following the release of their single 'Not With Experience' in May 2009 which received regular air play locally and on Radio 1, XFM and BBC 6 Music. Also, the video (which was shot at Harrow Way school) was also shown on NME TV. They have played across Europe and the US and won an unsigned competition in 2006 to play at O2 Wireless Festival in Hyde Park (and were asked back in 2007!). They have also been featured in Kerrang!, NME and The Fly.
The band announced their split on Friday 2 July 2010 and the Andover Gig Guide would like to wish Ak, Bowman, Ruggers, Dan and Birdy good luck for their future projects.
www.facebook.com/notes/sion/rip-sion-2004-2010/440703925718

No Way Out looking for a new guitarist

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Local band NO WAY OUT are looking for a new guitarist. If anyone is up for it, give them a shout via Facebook www.facebook.com/pages/No-Way-Out/46154502963 or via their website www.no-wayout.co.uk.

Crispystock 2010

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Only 3 months to go to CRISPYSTOCK 2010 - THE LIGHTS - SATURDAY 11 SEPTEMBER from 1pm - Crispy, aka Christopher Vearncombe of Andover, was crowned UK Air Guitar Champion in 2005, but was sadly killed in a road accident a few days before he was due to defend his crown. His many friends celebrate Crispy with an annual concert in his honour. The concert raises money for Headway, the charity that helps survivors of brain injuries. T-shirts, merchandise, bar and catering available. Doors at 1pm.
Website: www.crispystock.com
Facebook page: www.facebook.com/crispystock
MySpace: www.myspace.com/crispyairguitargod
Donations: www.justgiving.com/crispystock09

In Darklight - New Single: The Human Race - NOW AVAILABLE!

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Local band IN DARKLIGHT has released their brand new single, 'The Human Race'. It is available for download from iTunes or Amazon, or many other retailers:
iTunes: www.itunes.com/InDarklight/TheHumanRace
Amazon: www.amazon.co.uk/The-Human-Race/dp/B003JL9DWS

PRETTY VACANT live at an Andover venue near you!

Sun, 30 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Thanks to Paul from local rock covers band PRETTY VACANT for contacting us with more Andover dates for their diary. They've now got new dates booked for the Queen Charlotte, as well as the Southampton Arms, the Swallow, the Angel and the Wolversdene. As usual, you'll find all of their gigs listed here: www.andovergigguide.co.uk/PrettyVacant, or on their website at www.pretty-vacant.org.uk.

Hattie Snooks

Sun, 30 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Thanks to James from Rann Records for contacting us with the latest news about Andover singer-songwriter HATTIE SNOOKS. As a graduate of the Brighton Institute of Modern Music, Hattie has become a Brighton favourite having played in prestigious venues such as the Komedia and the Concorde II, as well as Brighton Live 2008 and 2009. Taking influence from artists such as Tori Amos and Damien Rice, Hattie has a voice and a sound that leaves one instantly enamoured. Described as the 'Richard Curtis of songwriting', Rom-Com songs are Hattie's domain. Touching on subjects as diverse as biblical battles and Cupid's choice of underwear, she appeals to the Bridget Jones in all of us. Hattie writes straight from the heart with poignant and funny, often quirky, lyrics and without pretension. Hattie got herself signed to Rann Records and her debut EP 'Bon Appetit' is available at www.rannrecords.co.uk or from online retailers including Amazon, iTunes, HMV, Play.com and Tesco Digital. Hattie will be returning to Andover later this year, so watch out for any gigs in the area. You can listen to an Andover Sound interview with Hattie at www.andoversound.com/pages/extranet/hattie-snooks-i-1936.php. Visit Hattie's MySpace page at www.myspace.com/hattiesnooks or her Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/Hattie-Snooks/9027615188.

Nokando 2010 Summer gigs

Tue, 11 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Thanks to Rob from NOKANDO for contacting us with details of their gigs coming up over the summer. They have gigs booked at the White Hart in Stoke, the Southampton Arms, the Anton Arms, the Angel, the Clatford Arms, the Station Hotel and they are also appearing at the Weyhill Fair Beer Festival in July and Crispystock in September. Visit www.andovergigguide.co.uk/Nokando for the full gig list.

WE.B.40 at the Royal Oak, Charlton - Saturday 28 August 2010

Mon, 10 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Thanks to Steve Thorne (one half of Twin Airbags) for contacting us. Steve will be bringing his UB40 tribute band, WE.B.40, up to the Royal Oak in Charlton on Saturday 28 August 2010.

Test your pulling power with this virtual game, Seal The Deal

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Gents, test your pulling power with this fun, interactive virtual game on YouTube called 'Seal the Deal' (part of Hampshire Constabulary's 'Don't Cross the Line' campaign): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSWscc12IZw

The Lights - new brochure out at the end of March

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Don't miss out on some of the great shows coming up at THE LIGHTS, Andover's professional arts and entertainment venue. Sign-up to their mailing list to receive their brochures. Here's a link directly to the mailing list: www.tinyurl.com/yk2ekcw.

Andover Gig Guide - 3 years old today

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT

It's the 3rd birthday of Andover Gig Guide today! woot! Our thanks to everyone who has supported us over the last 3 years. We hope you're happy with the service, but as always let us know if there's anything that would improve it. We launched two other guides recently... Winchester and Salisbury. So if you're heading off to those towns, be sure to check out where the music is first. Or if you're playing there, let us know and we'll get it listed.
Winchester: www.WinchesterGigGuide.co.uk
Salisbury: www.SalisburyGigGuide.co.uk.

Station Hotel 2010 Beer Festival - 3-5 September 2010.

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Thanks to Paul at the Station Hotel for contacting us with details of this year's beer festival at the Station Hotel. Planned for the weekend of 3-5 September, the live music kicks-off with RED AZTEK on the Friday night (www.redaztek.com). On the Saturday there will be a rock extravaganza with local legends STONEPIG, supported by NAILED and others TBC. Keep an eye on the gig guide for more details, or on the Station Hotel's website at www.stationhotelandover.co.uk.

Stringbrokers Music - Unit 24, Walworth Enterprise Centre

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Thanks to Rob from STRINGBROKERS MUSIC for contacting us. Their new shop can be found at Unit 24 in the Walworth Enterprise Centre. Busting at the seams with stock, they have electric and acoustic guitars, basses, ukuleles and recorders, plus strings, gauges, capos, slides, plectrums, leads, reeds, drum sticks, music and instrument stands and much more. They can also provide advice and information, as well as string changing and repair services. Visit their website at www.stringbrokers.com.

2010 concert programme for the Weyhill Electronic Organ Society

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:00:00 GMT

Thanks to Terry Trevett, current secretary of the WEYHILL ELECTRONIC ORGAN SOCIETY, for contacting us with details of their 2010 concert programme. The society was formed in 2002 on Terry's initiative, and it's the only such club in Test Valley. The concerts are aimed particularly at people who prefer their music to be melodious, easy listening and tuneful, and are guaranteed to provide enjoyable entertainment in a relaxed and friendly environment. A different top-class performer is booked for each monthly concert and the programmes are balanced to suit most musical tastes. For more information about the Society and obtaining tickets (which are £5 in advance from Jan 2010), visit their website at www.weyhill-eos.co.uk. Complete programme: www.AndoverGigGuide.co.uk/WEOS.

Dirty Jokers - Let's Get Down and Dirty Tour 2010

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:00:00 GMT

Thanks to Shaun from the DIRTY JOKERS for contacting us with a list of gigs in Andover for their 2010 "Let's Get Down and Dirty" Tour. See the dates at www.AndoverGigGuide.co.uk/DirtyJokers.

The George on Facebook

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 12:00:00 GMT

Andover's premier live music venue, THE GEORGE, is now on Facebook. The George promotes original live bands and artists from all over the UK (and abroad). www.facebook.com/pages/Andover-United-Kingdom/George-Inn-George-After-Dark/270930095678.