G E Banfield
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
G E Banfield, author of All the Little Birds, will be holding her first book launch at Northern Guitars Cafe Bar on the 21st March 2019. The launch will begin at 8pm and will go on until 10pm. The author will be selling and signing copies of her books for those in attendance. Location: 41 Call Ln, Leeds LS1 7BT
All The Little Birds - G E Banfield Book Launch
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
G E Banfield is releasing her first literary novel, All The Little Birds, through Pegasus publishers and will be celebrating this occasion at Northern Guitars. Expect readings from the book, copies available for purchase and live music from the very gifted Joseph Moore. The event is free entry. ... Read more about G E Banfield and the book below! G E Banfield has been a fledgling poet, unknown contemporary dancer and romantic dreamer. It was when her English teacher encouraged her to write creatively that she became a true believer of dreams. After studying English Literature and Language, Dance and Performing Arts, then a Teaching degree she drifted and found herself writing poetry but only through transient living did she realise themes of loss, love, isolation, dream and mystery has been the ink that steadily spills from her pen. All the Little Birds is her first literary novel. All The Little Birds is a book that teems with imagery, darkness, secrets, wonder and the loss of childhood innocence, set in the backdrop of racial tensions dividing London through 1970's and early 1980's England. Within her world of lyrical content, spirit ancestors, fantastically stories and mystery, we meet young Mary who tries to manage the familiar and unfamiliar taking place in her life and home. Told through a realism that includes passages of light, hope and an emotional torrent of circumstance, we learn what it is to be a child venturing through the world, lost, confused, lonely and in need of the warm arms of love that keeps us from falling too deep into our own heads of turmoil and trauma.
Birds and Beasts Live at Northern Guitars
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
Imagine a parallel universe where David Attenborough left the BBC in 1969, moved to California, grew his hair and joined a band. Stories of survival, betrayal and devotion from the animal kingdom inspire their memorable songs. Birds and the Beasts are evolving fast. Catch them while you can and then release them back into the wild. Stuck in a log cabin during a snowstorm in Germany with only a guitar, the idea of Birds and Beasts was born. The struggles, triumphs and heartbreaks in our own lives are reflected through the prism of the animal kingdom. Our mission is to bring our neat pop music to the ears of animal lovers and music lovers everywhere.Birds and Beasts display a natural instinct for memorable pop music. Evolved whilst stuck in a log cabin during a German snowstorm, the band channel their love and knowledge of animals to inform their classic sound and distinctive voice. Reflecting our own lives through the virtue and violence of the animal kingdom, these songs get under your skin. https://www.facebook.com/birdsandbeastsband/
Afternoon Americana with special guest Joe Martin
Afternoon Americana
41 call lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
We are very pleased to have a special guest coming to play this Saturday. Lancaster based Joe Martin will be heading down to perform his own critically acclaimed songs for us and we're hoping for an impromptu jam at some point in the afternoon too! “A cut above the plethora of acoustic singer-songwriters. Joe Martin shows an abundance of promise” - Americana UK "Joe Martin is an artist who knows who he wants to be and has a voice of his own, a rare original glimmer in a sea of Nashville wannabes” - Six Shooter Country http://www.joemartinmusic.com Head down nice and early to get a table! Afternoon Americana is a weekly afternoon of local and touring roots, Americana, acoustic, country, folk & blues acts @ Northern Guitars, Call Lane, Leeds. Every Saturday, 3 - 5pm. Hosted by singer-songwriter B.W.Pike. https://www.bwpike.com
Boss Caine Live at Northern Guitars, Leeds
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
We are happy to welcome back the Yorkshire Cowboy, Boss Caine to Northern Guitars! Boss Caine is the musical vehicle of award winning, permanently gigging, hard living, Sundown Sessions curating, Busk @ Dusk hosting, genre blending, troubadouring Yorkshire cowboy, songwriter, Daniel Lucas. Playing relentlessly, both solo and with various line ups of his incredibly talented musical collective, he has notched up literally thousands of gigs, playing bars, venues, theatres, festivals, house concerts, and more, all over the UK, supporting the likes of Richard Hawley, Willy Mason, Beans On Toast, Guillemots, Justin Townes Earle, Shooter Jennings, Alabama 3, The Undertones, Arlo Guthrie and many, many more. The latest Boss Caine release, 'Loved by trouble, troubled by love' has been receiving five star reviews the world over, and was included in several 2018 'album of the year' list by reviewers. With more than one new studio project already on the go, radio sessions, videos, and further tour dates being announced, 2019 looks set to be another busy year for Lucas and his gang of merry musical amigos. “Stunning UK talent!! Really something!!” – ‘Whispering’ Bob Harris (BBC Radio 2) “Like Ryan Adams singing Tom Waits if they had both had the good fortune to grow up in Yorkshire!” – The Fly Magazine “Practically flawless!” – Soundsphere Magazine “Brilliant!” – Sid Griffin (Long Ryders/Coal Porters/Mojo Magazine) “Definitely one of the UK’s leading exponents of roots influenced music!” – Americana UK "They have crafted a classic album at the perfect time, and it stands toe to toe with any other in the Americana genre!" – UberRock Dead mans suit (Sofar sounds) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLWwWpNu3Zk www.bosscainemusic.bandcamp.com www.facebook.com/bosscaine
Northern Guitars Open Mic
Northern Guitars Open Mic
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
The best place to be on a Monday evening is back! Starts at 7pm (get down early to guarantee a space!) House guitar available. Free photos of your performance. Videos of your performance available for £20. Epic performances from ultra talented local artists. Vibes
Jam Night at Northern Guitars!
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
We are happy to be trying a new Jam Night Tuesday evenings at Northern Guitars! The nights will alternate between a full band jam with live kit and a more stripped down, acoustic jam. The first full band jam is scheduled for the 19th and acoustic for the following Tuesday, the 26th. All players welcome for a fun communal noise making session!
Uncle Alan's Ornaments debut gig at Northern Guitars Cafe
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
First gig coming up, fans. Northern Guitars Cafe on Wednesday March 27th. Be there or be somewhere else. We'd love to see you though.
Jed Thomas Band Live at Northern Guitars
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
The Mighty Jed Thomas Band return for their monthly Friday slot to share their glorious noise to the masses of Call Lane ... Jed Thomas and his Band occupy the space between Blues Rock and Psychedelia with acoustic elements of Americana occasionally rearing their head. An energetic interplay of guitar, keys and a solid rhythm section, with added percussion, display a musical craft only honed over years of gigging these guys have experienced. We are happy to have them
Long Shadow Family Live at Northern Guitars
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
One of the finest country Rock'n'Roll bands in the land with a wide ranging repertoire of classics from the like of the Rolling Stones, Queen, Gram Parsons, The Grateful Dead and many more! www.facebook.com/pg/LongShadowFamily/
The Andy Taylor Group Live at Northern Guitars
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
The Andy Taylor Group are a young and electrifying trio hailing from the Orkney Islands at the north of Scotland. Critically acclaimed as one of the most exciting up and coming young blues talents in the UK by Blues Matters magazine, between them the trio have been captivating audiences the length and breadth of the UK at festivals and venues including The Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival, The Callander Jazz & Blues Fest and The Edinburgh Blues Club. Andy’s virtuoso guitar playing and irresistible husky self penned tunes ooze influences of Hendrix and Clapton accelerating you on an exciting musical journey which fears no boundaries. Joined by powerhouse rhythm section and long time friends Dylan Pepper (Slack Alice) on drums and Marcus Cordock (The Bay City Rollers) on bass, the trio boast an overwhelming musical chemistry which truly has be to be seen to be believed; this is a show not to be missed but one to be remembered! ‘Gifted, creative and rooted in the Blues’ BLUES MATTERS
Death on the Stairs // Free Opening PARTY
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
The first ever DEATH ON THE STAIRS at Northern Guitars!! The BEST FREE new Indie disco bi-monthly clubnight with be the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month!! DJs play - ABBA // OASIS // SUEDE // CRIBS // PATTI LABELLE // BEATLES // CREEDANCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL // ROLLING STONES // STONE ROSES // STROKES // TAME IMPALA // PRIMAL SCREAM // CURE // CLASH // PULP // JANET JACKSON + MANY MORE It'll be a party to remember! XXX
The Harriets - Residency at Northern Guitars
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
The Harriets are retro inspired, power pop band from Leeds. Fronted by two lead vocalists, they deal in jangly, upbeat songs, with a focus on bright vocal harmonies and their melodic interplay between guitar, bass and piano. Expect an energetic show with plenty of high kicks and a feel-good display of musical camaraderie. The Harriets made waves on Yorkshire’s music scene after winning a slot at Bingley Music Live, going on to receive BBC Radio 6 Music airplay and headlining BBC Introducing In West Yorkshire’s showcase gig and various festival slots in 2018. For fans of The Smiths, The Lemon Twigs, Big Star, Wings. -------- All shows are free entry. Check out the band here: https://www.theharrietsband.com/ https://www.instagram.com/theharriets/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/5BL8PkYQlbj8Y9gN7RGMh5 https://theharriets.bandcamp.com/ -------- At Northern Guitars we'll be playing a mix of originals and classic covers for 2 hours from 9pm-11pm! Expect to hear The Beatles, Tom Petty, The Strokes, The Smiths, Orange Juice, Talking Heads, XTC, The Cure, The Police, Tame Impala, The Stone Roses, The Libertines and more. If you've got any requests, come down to the show and shout them at the band! See you then Dan and Ben
Deadwax Live at Northern Guitars
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
Happy to welcome Deadwax to Northern Guitars. Young, high-energy Rock band from Holmfirth. Solid grooving backline let the big riffs and gritty,soulful vocals that take centre stage.
The Swan Song Project 1st Birthday Party at Northern Guitars
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
The Swan Song Project became a registered charity in April 2018. To celebrate our first year and our recent partnership with Northern Guitars Cafe Bar we are going to have an all day music event. Live music will run from 3pm until closing with performances from: Benjamin Williams Pikes Afternoon Americana Gemma Irving Chris "The Man in the Hat" Martin Birds and Beasts The Kool Aid Acid Test The Blind Dead McJones Band. We are looking for raffle prizes for the day as well so please get in touch if you would like to donate anything. We hope you can join us to celebrate what has been an amazing year at The Swan Song Project.
The Last Hurrah Live at Northern Guitars
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
The Last Hurrah are a Leeds based four-piece band playing guitar based, jangly, alt Country Rock .. think Tom Petty, Chuck Prophet to name a few
Jed Thomas Band Live at Northern
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
The Mighty Jed Thomas Band return for their monthly Friday slot to share their glorious noise to the masses of Call Lane ... Jed Thomas and his Band occupy the space between Blues Rock and Psychedelia with acoustic elements of Americana occasionally rearing their head. An energetic interplay of guitar, keys and a solid rhythm section, with added percussion, display a musical craft only honed over years of gigging these guys have experienced. We are happy to have them.
MWMC Leeds // the 4 of US // Jamie Ferguson // Avocet
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
THE 4 OF US are one of the most acclaimed bands in Ireland, having been a steadfast part of Irish music history for over 25 years. Blending contemporary roots with rock, the award-winning band was formed by brothers Brendan and Declan Murphy from the border town of Newry in Northern Ireland. Their truly unique sound has garnered a large and loyal fan base and an enviable catalogue of timeless songs, including six Top 20 Irish charting albums and several hit singles. Regulars on Irish radio playlists, their music has also been featured extensively on American, UK, and Irish TV soundtracks. THE 4 OF US shot to early fame towards the end of 1989 with their debut Songs for the Tempted, which featured the massive hits Mary and Drag My Bad Name Down. The follow-up Man Alive made Q magazine's prestigious Top 50 Albums of 1992 and included the UK Top 30 song She Hits Me. Sugar Island, their latest album, explores the Murphy brothers' early years growing up in a border town during the height of the troubles in Northern Ireland.
Avocet UK Tour
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
Avocet Tour the UK April/May 2019
The Devils Jukebox Live at Northern Guitars
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
Five vaude-villains playing red-hot ragtime, dirty, dirty 20’s jazz and scurrilous Blues from the wrong side of the tracks. Red hot ragtime, vintage viper jazz and scurrilous popular tunes from the twenties and thirties is where The Devil’s Jukebox lives. A flamboyantly entertaining spectacle’ – Leeds Guide ‘A marvellous Tom Waits-esque cabaret’- The Guardian ‘Darkly surreal, sinister and bewitching’ – Sandman Magazine Expect a raucous night of rags, tangos, Charlestons, and more…
Howlin' Ric & the Rocketeers // Debut Single Launch
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
Wednesday 22nd May sees the release of the debut single "Your Loving Days Are Through" from Howlin' Ric. This is to be released on local Leeds label Gin House Records! TICKETS £5 // ON THE DOOR £7 Howlin' Ric & the Rocketeers aim to deliver an exciting take on a great American tradition. Presenting original Rock & Roll and Rhythm & Blues with a classic and fresh sound! Come join Howlin' Ric (Vocals & Guitar) Nico (Guitar) Ben Powling (Sax) Adam Richards (Double Bass) and Jack Amblin (Drums) for a mid-week springtime Hootenanny. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjF1gB5aNWc
Wilson Live at Northern Guitars
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
Wilson is a guitarist; singer and songwriter from West Yorkshire who blends Acoustic Rock and Blues. 2016 saw the release of his debut solo album 'Serpentine'. He is currently working on his 2nd album, releasing the first single ‘Demons’; Halloween this year. https://www.wilsonmusicuk.com/
Pink Peg Slax Live at Northern Guitars
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
We are happy to welcome back the mighty Pink Peg Slax to Northern Guitars. Pink Peg Slax have been writing, recording and performing literate, original rockabilly more or less constantly since June 1980. The original line-up included the Mekons’ Jon Langford. The Slax went on to record 3 John Peel sessions and the records received 5-star reviews in the 80s music press. Ever-earlier day-time Radio One airplay did not deliver the success it promised, but the Slax have pressed-on. In 2012 they released a best-of CD Rock-A-Beery Boogie and later in 2018 they will release an EP titled Ear-Busting Twang. The Pink Peg Slax approach to original music is part camp pastiche and part dedicated homage to Sun Session country and rockabilly, with Cajun fiddle and Hank Williams regret poking its nose in. Though we throw in Elvis favourites in the live shows, the songs are studded with literary references and the trinity of Slax obsessions: death, decay and the consequences of drink.
Snakerattlers Live at Northern Guitars
Northern Guitars Cafe Bar
41 Call Lane
Leeds, LS1 7BT Map
Snakerattlers is a band comprising married couple Dan Oliver Gott and Naomi Gott. It's a hellbound voyage of deathpunk, rockabilly, country, and traditional greaser rock and roll. Stood up, shook up, dynamic drumming. Reverb-drenched double-amped guitar. Aggressive and sweetly mournful vocals. A screaming, wailing brand new take on the rockabilly genre. https://www.facebook.com/snakerattlers/