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Gwyneth Herbert Monday 8th August Doors Open 8pm/Onstage 9pm 12 (8 concessions and Regulars) Following in the footsteps of her former collaborator, Jamie Cullum, by signing to the massive Universal label, jazz singer Gwyneth Herbert is on the verge of major stardom. Doing things very much her own way, Herberts setlist contains classics such as Fever and Everytime We Say Goodbye, her own excellent songs and tracks by Tom Waits, Janis Ian, Neil Young and Portishead. details

MacFloyd Saturday 6th August Doors Open 9pm/Onstage 10pm 12 (8 concessions and Regulars) Mac Floyd is quite simply the best Pink Floyd band in the UK. No other band can touch them for the accuracy and atmosphere of a PF concert. details

Terne Chave Friday 5th August Doors Open 8.30pm/Onstage 9.30pm 7.50 (5 concessions and Regulars) From the Czech Republic, Terne Chave have their roots in traditional Gypsy music. They play and sing old Roma songs, learned from their grandparents, and their own songs of love, sadness, joy, poverty, women and children, all sung in the Roma language. details

New Shows at The Lemon Tree for August and September from jazz to ska There's some great shows coming up at The Lemon Tree in august and September, and here they are: for info on the gigs please click here Terne Chave Friday 5th August Doors Open 8.30pm/Onstage 9.30pm 7.50 (5 concessions and Regulars) From the Czech Republic, Terne Chave have their roots in traditional Gypsy music. They play and sing old Roma songs, learned from their grandparents, and their own songs of love, sadness, joy, poverty, women and children, all sung in the Roma language. MacFloyd Saturday 6th August Doors Open 9pm/Onstage 10pm 12 (8 concessions and Regulars) Mac Floyd is quite simply the best Pink Floyd band in the UK. No other band can touch them for the accuracy and atmosphere of a PF concert. Gwyneth Herbert Monday 8th August Doors Open 8pm/Onstage 9pm 12 (8 concessions and Regulars) Following in the footsteps of her former collaborator, Jamie Cullum, by signing to the massive Universal label, jazz singer Gwyneth Herbert is on the verge of major stardom. Doing things very much her own way, Herbert's setlist contains classics such as Fever and Everytime We Say Goodbye, her own excellent songs and tracks by Tom Waits, Janis Ian, Neil Young and Portishead. Dexter Ardoin and the Creole Ramblers Saturday 13th August Doors Open 8.30pm/Onstage 9.30pm 9 (6 concessions and Regulars) Born into a family with a tradition that is one of the most influential in the recorded history of Louisiana music, Dexter Ardoin has been playing Creole and Zydeco music virtually all of his life. (Zydeco is the more uptempo, bluesier big sister of cajun and great music for the dancefloor.) Hem Thursday 18th August Doors Open 8.30pm/Onstage 9.30pm 12 (8 concessions and Regulars) In 1999, Hem was just three guys with an idea and no singer. But once Sally Ellyson had sung a lullaby as her audition into the answering machine of main songwriter Dan Mess, Hem had found not only its singer but also its voice. Elvisness, featuring: The Boy Lacks Patience, The Creoles, Dave Dixon, The Epics Dayle, Emma and Zara - The Fallen Angels, Karloff, King Voodoo, Kevin Smith Saturday 20th August Doors Open 8.30pm/Onstage 9pm 10/6.75 concessions and Regulars Our annual tribute to the King just gets better and better every year. 2005 ups the ante once again featuring the ghoul rockin' Karloff, the cool rockin' Creoles, the smooth rockin' Epics, the good rockin' King Voodoo, the piano balladry of The Boy Lacks Patience, soundalike wonderboy Kevin Smith, the fresh sounds of the Fallen Angels and compered by the ravin' Reverend Dave Dixon. Long live The King! Bert Jansch Sunday 28th August Doors Open 7pm/Onstage 8pm 12 (8 concessions and Regulars) Bert Jansch's ground-breaking guitar playing, deeply affecting songwriting and dark, passionate voice have held audiences spellbound since the mid-sixties. Famously admired by Jimmy Page, Neil Young and Nick Drake, more recently young luminaries Noel Gallagher, Jarvis Cocker, Bernard Butler and Johnny Marr have paid homage to this unassuming but intensely revered master. "As much of a great guitar player as Jimi (Hendrix) was, Bert Jansch is the same thing for acoustic guitar my favourite." Neil Young "At one point, I was absolutely obsessed with Bert Jansch. When I first heard that LP [1965], I couldn't believe it. It was so far ahead of what everyone else was doing. No one in America could touch that." Jimmy Page Benny Gallagher Friday 2nd September Doors Open 8.30pm/Onstage 9.30pm 13.50 (9 concessions and Regulars) For a songwriter of sheer quality and distinction you need look no further than Benny Gallagher. He began his career as a staff writer with the Beatles publishing company writing songs for Apple Records' biggest artist Mary Hopkin with the encouragement of Paul McCartney. In 1970 his and Graham Lyle's astute composing ability propelled the band McGuinness-Flint to the top of the charts with When I'm Dead and Gone and Malt and Barley Blues. Then came the duo's own hits including Heart on my Sleeve and I Wanna Stay With You . Their Breakaway album was a huge success, even more so when the title track was covered by Art Garfunkel. On record he has worked with Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton, Pete Townshend and Ronnie Wood while his songs have been covered by Bryan Ferry, Don Williams, Garth Brooks, Status Quo, Phil Everly and Simon and Garfunkel. This 'R' 2-Tone Saturday 3rd September Doors Open 9pm/Onstage 10pm 7.50 (5 concessions and Regulars) A massive hit on their debut in January, This 'R' 2-Tone are a dedicated nine piece ska band, delivering a high energy, moonstomping show, incorporating the sounds of The Specials, Madness, The Beat and Bad Manners. These Edinburgh rude boys convey ska at it 's very best, pushing the legacy of 2-Tone further with the introduction of lighting, video visuals, and DJs to fuel their vision that will be . . .s k a d a n c e c r a z e !

Chris Hillman with Herb Pedersen: special guest Michael Weston King Wednesday 1st June Tickets 15 (10 concessions & Regulars) Doors Open: 7.30pm Show Starts: 8pm The word 'legend' is vastly overused in music but Chris Hillman is one man on whose shoulders the mantle rests comfortably. Singer-songwriter, bassist, mandolinist and guitarist, he was a founder member of The Byrds, The Flying Burrito Brothers, The Desert Rose Band, Manassas, Souther-Hillman-Furay and McGuinn-Clark-Hillman. He is arguably the pioneer of California country rock and his massive influence has been perhaps unfairly overshadowed by his partnerin- crime in the Byrds and Burritos, one Gram Parsons. As with his sellout show two years ago, he is joined on this tour by Herb Pedersen, whose crystal clear tenor has graced the works of artists such as Vince Gill and Linda Ronstadt, not to mention his own experience in the Dillards, the Desert Rose Band, and the Laurel Canyon Ramblers.

Phil Bancroft Quartet Thursday 2nd June Tickets 7.50 (5 concessions & Regulars) Doors Open: 8.30pm Show Starts: 9.30pm Following on from the release of his brilliant new album, Headlong, in September 2004, Scottish saxophonist Phil Bancroft is now established as one of the leading players in European jazz. Bancroft has been a mainstay in many of the major Scottish bands of the past 15 years (including Celtic Feet, Trio AAB, Tom Bancroft Orchestra and The Unusual Suspects). His music reflects his life, rooted in the classic American jazz tradition, but encompassing influences from many sources, including celtic, Indian and western classical music. He expresses a unique voice through his tenor and soprano saxophones resulting in distinctive, evocative compositions. Phil Bancroft - Saxes Steve Watts - Bass Mike Walker- Guitar Thomas Strnen- Drums

Paul DiAnno and Maiden Scotland: Iron Maiden 25th Anniversary Tour Friday 3rd June The Lemon Tree Tickets 14 inc booking fee Doors Open: 9pm Show Starts: 9.30pm Original Iron Maiden lead singer, Paul DiAnno celebrates 25 years of his former band, supported and backed by the UK's premier Iron Maiden tribute, Maiden Scotland. Maiden Scotland will start the night by playing the post DiAnno material such as Run To The Hills, The Trooper and Can I Play With Madness. The undoubted highlight of the evening will be DiAnno taking the stage to perform highlights from the first two Iron Maiden albums such as Sanctuary, Running Free and Killers.

Paul DiAnno and Maiden Scotland: Iron Maiden 25th Anniversary Tour Friday 3rd June The Lemon Tree Tickets 14 inc booking fee Doors Open: 9pm Show Starts: 9.30pm Original Iron Maiden lead singer, Paul DiAnno celebrates 25 years of his former band, supported and backed by the UK's premier Iron Maiden tribute, Maiden Scotland. Maiden Scotland will start the night by playing the post DiAnno material such as Run To The Hills, The Trooper and Can I Play With Madness. The undoubted highlight of the evening will be DiAnno taking the stage to perform highlights from the first two Iron Maiden albums such as Sanctuary, Running Free and Killers.

Phil Bancroft Quartet Thursday 2nd June Tickets 7.50 (5 concessions & Regulars) Doors Open: 8.30pm Show Starts: 9.30pm Following on from the release of his brilliant new album, Headlong, in September 2004, Scottish saxophonist Phil Bancroft is now established as one of the leading players in European jazz. Bancroft has been a mainstay in many of the major Scottish bands of the past 15 years (including Celtic Feet, Trio AAB, Tom Bancroft Orchestra and The Unusual Suspects). His music reflects his life, rooted in the classic American jazz tradition, but encompassing influences from many sources, including celtic, Indian and western classical music. He expresses a unique voice through his tenor and soprano saxophones resulting in distinctive, evocative compositions. Phil Bancroft - Saxes Steve Watts - Bass Mike Walker- Guitar Thomas Strnen- Drums

Chris Hillman with Herb Pedersen: special guest Michael Weston King Wednesday 1st June Tickets 15 (10 concessions & Regulars) Doors Open: 7.30pm Show Starts: 8pm The word 'legend' is vastly overused in music but Chris Hillman is one man on whose shoulders the mantle rests comfortably. Singer-songwriter, bassist, mandolinist and guitarist, he was a founder member of The Byrds, The Flying Burrito Brothers, The Desert Rose Band, Manassas, Souther-Hillman-Furay and McGuinn-Clark-Hillman. He is arguably the pioneer of California country rock and his massive influence has been perhaps unfairly overshadowed by his partnerin- crime in the Byrds and Burritos, one Gram Parsons. As with his sellout show two years ago, he is joined on this tour by Herb Pedersen, whose crystal clear tenor has graced the works of artists such as Vince Gill and Linda Ronstadt, not to mention his own experience in the Dillards, the Desert Rose Band, and the Laurel Canyon Ramblers.

Electric Eel Shock: Lost Alone+Hot Mangu+Deadloss Superstar Monday 23 May 2005 - Caf Tickets 6 (4 concessions & regulars) Doors Open: 7.30pm Show Starts: 8pm please note: doors are 7.30pm for this show, not 7pm as has been bandied around these forums.details

Contrary to popular belief, doors for this are actually 7.30pm.

New Album Just got a sampler of Electric Eel Shock's new album 'Beat Me' it's excellent, and has such snappy titles as Bastard!, I can hear the sex noise and I love fish, but fish hate me. It bodes well for a great gig on Monday night.

Fans of Japanese punk-metal noisemeisters <b>Electric Eel Shock</b> will be able to buy their new album Beat Me at their show at The Lemon Tree on Monday 23rd May more than a month before its official release date on 4th July. Main support on the tour will be Lost alone (formerly intentions of an Asteroid), with local support from Deadloss superstar and Hot Mangu. Details of the gig are here . If you saw them last time they played here, you'll know this is one not to be missed, and if you didn't see them last time, come along and be amazed.

No, not yet, but going quick, so get in there fast.

It's 15.40 inc booking fee. It's a Triptych thing, so the pricings their thing.

Come down and see a true legend at work.

The Triptych festival got off to a great start last night at The Lemon Tree, with excellent performances from Gruff Rhys and Roots Manuva. The fun continues tonight with Tes-The Warriors, details here , and until Sunday, with performances from The Fall, Uncle John and Whitelock, Akufen, Hot chip amongst others.

Dean Owens and The Felsons with Paul Deakin and Robert Reynolds of The Mavericks Thursday 05 May 2005 - Caf Tickets 9 (6 concessions & regulars) Doors Open: 7.30pm Show Starts: 8pm After a couple of years out with the exception of the occasional show here and there, country rockers The Felsons make a long overdue return to live action. The band will feature original members Kevin McGuire, Calais Brown and Dean Owens plus Paul Deakin from The Mavericks on drums. Special guest opening act on the tour will be Mavericks bass player Robert Reynolds performing solo. details

Melanie C's concert at The Lemon Tree on Saturday 23rd April has been postponed due to the chart topping singer having a throat infection. She has also had to cancel her shows in London and Manchester. The show has been rescheduled for Wednesday the 15th of June with the earlier timings of doors 7.30pm, support 8pm. Original tickets can be exchanged for the re-sheduled date, or alternatively refunds are available via our Box Office on production of original tickets (if you have bought by credit card please have your card details ready). Our Box Office will be open at 8.30pm on Saturday for exchanges and refunds, and these can also be done during our normal opening hours. You can read the news item on Melanie's official site here here and details of the re-scheduled gig can be found here

Broken Sunshine to replace WRLGD Unfortunately due to unforseen circumstances, We Rock Like Girl's Don't have had to pull themselves from the Friday's line-up where they were to appear to support Eddison amongst other bands on the Fat Hippy Record label. Now joining Eddison, Ross Nicoll and The Mannequins, and Amy Sawers will be local all girl punk band, Broken Sunshine. gig details here

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