From: Roger Jones [roger_at_jones71_dot_myzen_dot_co_dot_uk]

Sent: 01 June 2016 07:56

Subject: DARTFORD FOLK CLUB UPDATE

DARTFORD FOLK CLUB UPDATE

BBC Radio 2 Folk Club of the Year 2008 ? check out the following link:

http://www.dartfordfolk.org.uk/dfc_award08.htm

Dartford Folk Club meets on Tuesday from 8.30 to 11.00 p.m. at Dartford Working Men?s Club Ltd., 40 Essex Road, Dartford DA1 2AU.

* Floor Singers Welcome ? ring Marj or Rob on 01322 277218.

* Bar includes up to 15 real ales! Draught ciders, coffee & tea also available.

PLEASE NOTE

There is a printer?s error in the latest edition of Around Kent Folk for the July 12th entry. Our guests that night will be Paul Downes and Mick Ryan, NOT Mike Silver.

FORTHCOMING GUESTS:

JUNE 7TH ? RPR (Canada)
(http://www.rprmusic.com/)

Previously the rhythm section of Canadian band Tanglefoot, which had a huge presence and a loyal following throughout North America & Britain, Rob Ritchie, Al Parrish and Steve Ritchie, along with percussionist/singer/songwriter Beaker Granger, have re-connected as RPR. They have quickly re-established a reputation for thoughtful, intelligent lyrics, diversity of sound and, yes, lots of hair! Expect an evening of arresting music, stories, laughter, reminiscence and contagious energy.

JUNE 14TH ? PETE COE
(http://www.backshift.demon.co.uk/home.htm)

Pete Coe has played a significant role in the British folk club scene since the 1970's. Some may recall him as a member of New Victory Band and/or Bandoggs. He sings and plays bouzouki, melodeons, banjo, Appalachian dulcimer and step percussion. He is a witty raconteur who performs very much in a traditional style, playing both his own material and traditional songs and tunes.

JUNE 21ST ? RORY MCLEOD & THE FAMILIAR STRANGERS
(http://www.rorymcleod.com/rorymcleodstourdates.htm)

On his previous visits to Dartford, Rory Mcleod performed as a ?one-man soul band, poet and storyteller? (his own words), singing and using tap shoes, harmonica, guitar, trombone, spoons, and percussion. On this occasion, however, he is touring with his band bringing a musical depth and range to complement Rory's outstanding talents as wordsmith. The Familiar Strangers are: Diego La Verde Rojas (Columbian Harp, Cuatro), Bob Morgan (Clarinet, Saxophone) and Richard Sadler (Double Bass).

JUNE 28TH ? KIRSTY BROMLEY & LUCY WISE
(http://www.kirstybromley.com/about-kirsty/ & http://www.lucywise.com.au/)

Kirsty Bromley is a young folk singer from Sheffield who performs both traditional and contemporary music. Her musical background includes choirs/ensembles, brass band and morris/rapper sword. She has a warm, and expressive voice and a charming personality as those who saw her at Broadstairs in 2015 will be able to attest.

Lucy Wise comes from SW Australia and is a singer-songwriter who has delighted audiences across Australia and the UK with her mix of folk, chamber and pop music, and her masterful storytelling. Her background is in Appalachian and Celtic music and her own songs draw inspiration from the likes of Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan.

COMING UP IN JUNE

July 5th ? Edwina Hayes (http://www.edwinahayes.com/)

July 12th ? Paul Downes & Mick Ryan (http://www.pauldownes.com/ & http://www.wildgoose.co.uk/displayArtist.asp?ARTIST_ID=134)

July 19th ? Hot Rock Pilgrims (http://www.hotrockpilgrims.com/)

July 26th ? Ken Nicol (http://kennicolmusic.com/)

For more information on the club (including directions on how to get there) and listings of guest performers past, present and future, please visit our website at http://www.DartfordFolk.org.uk.

For enquiries concerning the club please contact Marj or Rob on 01322 277218 or by email at hawleymkm_at_aol_dot_com.