Latest news in country music and original entertainment and more as it happens around the world – as released on the Dolly In Bluegrass website. Upcoming Gigs and Events. Below are the 2025 dates for the Fareham Record Fair to be held, as always, at Harmony Hall, Queens Road, Fareham. Time: 9.30 until 3.00 – Free Entry. Saturday 7th June 2025. Saturday 6th September 2025. Saturday 15th November 2025
Sad Songs And Waltzes – We hope you will enjoy this classy version of Willie’s song “Sad Songs And Waltzes” that we cut some time ago in Texas and Tennessee. Hermann Lammers Meyer ‘Sad Songs And Waltzes’ with Clay Blaker. Thank you so much – and we are glad that you are still lovin` our sounds and music.
“The always dependable The Mighty Bosscats are back with their 15th album in as many years. Let’s fill these venues with like-minded, forward-thinking music lovers!
24th May 2025 THE MIGHTY BOSSCATS & BAZUKER. 21st June 2025 THE MBC Acoustic & ASH CARR. Get your tickets now !! “We’re continuing our commitment to grassroots, self-organised gigs and have 4 shows lined up. These events will feature local acts either supporting us or sharing the headline. All the bands will be playing original songs, offering a unique opportunity to discover new talent. Don’t wait 5 years to see tribute bands of these people – come and enjoy the music now at the intimate and fantastic Bark Café at Madison Heights, Park Drive, Maldon.”
New Jam Sessions – We’re excited to have started another jam session! This is a perfect opportunity for singer – songwriters to bring their chord sheets and collaborate with the MBC band to realise a full band performance of their songs. It’s also open to any musician who wants to come and chill at HEMLOCKS – 185 High St, Maldon, CM9 5BU. Next one is 18th May – bringing more live music opportunities to budding stars.
Open Mic at Madison Heights – The Madison Heights open mic, a feeder for the Bark Café, is back for 12 more sessions this year! Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. It’s a fantastic night featuring some fabulous acts and a highly appreciative audience. We actively encourage original songs !! Come do your stuff. This continues to build and we have now created one of the best open mics for local musicians in the area. There’s always an abundance of talent, original songs to die for and a smashing appreciative listening audience. What’s not to like? If you are local come try it out. Next one is 21st May – Madison Heights, Park Drive, Maldon, Essex 7.30 pm start.
Latest News – Joan Armatrading
There are no tour plans for 2025.
However on Mon 7 April 2025 there was an Evening With Joan Armatrading ‘live’ In Conversation in London – Cadogan Hall, 5 Sloane Terrace, SW1X 9DQ.
Joan’s latest album: How Did This Happen And What Does It Now Mean is available now.
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