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Edinburgh Fringe
Aug 10th
I can’t believe it’s August already. I was still coming down from my wee jaunt down-under and in between organising Acoustic Edinburgh and some exciting other plans (to be revealed) I’ve been away with Gecko 3 playing at the lovely Kelburn Garden Party and Knockengorroch festivals, the Wickerman festival with Andi Neate and working on forthcoming albums for Douglas Kay and Vicky Gray.
Now the Fringe is in full swing and I’ve got 4 solo dates this month (see gig diary) including tomorrow night as part of this years Acoustic Edinburgh Festival 2009 where I’m very excited to be playing on the bill with the incredible Polly Paulusma.
Last week’s event with Gecko 3 was a gorgeous atmosphere and I’m doing a bit of a Jools Holland this year by also sitting in on double bass with our remaining two headliners – the stunning Rosie Brown and the amazing Andi Neate.
The line up this year as absolutely stunning so if you can get along to one of our Tuesday night’s you’ll have a smile on your face for a long time after.
Last night was the first of my slots at the Underbelly Coo Cafe “A-coo-stic Night” Moonlight Sessions and it was a lovely atmosphere. I was treated to a set by the incredible Chris Gorman – great songs and amazing voice. Well worth checking out. Thanks to all you guys who came to see me : )
I’m back there on the 23rd and a return to The Aragon Acoustic Sunday on the 30th. Meanwhile, see tomorrow when I open up at Acoustic Edinburgh!
Expect new songs : )
Live recording, Nizlopi, Miss Neate and more gigs
Oct 30th
Been busy busy as ever with two 3-day weekends working on Andi Neate’s new studio album, an amazing gig supporting Nizlopi with Gecko 3, a gig in a castle (which turned into an acoustic session with wine until 6am) and a lovely wedding (which turned into an acoustic session with whisky until 6am).
The Graffiti Tower
I also did the warm up slot at this month’s Acoustic Edinburgh and unveiled a new song and dabbled a bit more with the looper. Here’s a rough recording of “Quicksand” with the loop pedal – hope you enjoy!
The Gecko 3 gig with Nizlopi was amazing – thanks to all the G3 fans for turning out and a big thanks to Nizlopi for having us. Such an amazing duo, beautiful and jaw dropping music and such lovely down to earth blokes too. Hats off to them blazing a trail and inspiring independent artists in the UK and beyond.
A couple of gigs for me on the near horizon too:
HALLOWEEN with Ten Storeys High.
I’m very chuffed to be asked to be the support act for these guys who are launching the first single “Disfunctional” from their new “The Thrill of the Fall” album.
Lovely venue too:
Where: The Voodoo Rooms
When: Friday 31st Oct 8pm
Tax: £4
Also, I’ve been asked to play a charity gig I did last year though details a bit sketchy – tbc
Where: Teviot Underground (or may be Medina)
When: Tuesday November 11th
Tax: tbc
Details: Also playing will be the incredible Rob Howell and the inimitable Banana Sessions.
Album update: I’ve been so busy that I’ve not even had a chance to listen to what I’ve recorded and start editing for the next stage : ( I have 2 days next week set aside though so hopefully I’ll make some progress.
Other news: I’ve just bought sleigh bells, in case I feel the need to write and record a Christmas song!
