Sun-shiny songs thriving on dark themes behind irresistible rhythms.

"A total discovery! Think The Eagles mixed with the graceful irreverence of The Pogues!"

“The antidote to a bad day! Four part harmonies steal the show!” - Maverick Magazine

We are delighted to welcome this ‘awesome foursome’ to the Beehive after their stunning performance at this year’s Costa Del Folk, we know that they are going to blow you away with their shiny happy music!

Made up of two Irishmen, an Englishman and an American, the band came together in 2011 to create their unique brand of acoustic music - a veritable 4 x 4 of voices and instruments identified by the fusion of styles which include Folk, Latino, Americana and Bluegrass.The band has a striking line-up of 4-part harmonies, acoustic guitar, ukulele and bass alongside cajón and trumpet with a bit of banjo and mandolin thrown in for good measure!

The Madrid-based band, whose name derives from the maintenance crews working the New York subway system, released their fourth studio album earlier this year, “Kansas City Groove”. It was inspired in part by their recent career-changing experiences at the Folk Alliance in Kansas City in early 2017, and the album is a mix of all that makes theTrack Dogs sound so special: healthy doses of Americana, Latin and Folk.

"Since 2007 the Track Dogs have been creating acoustic music with a strong Latino accent that also successfully draws in folk, bluegrass, Americana and pop. Kansas City Out Groove follows their triumphant 2016 album, Serenity Sessions, an album so packed with sunshine it could be sold as a vitamin C supplement.” - Neil McFadyen, Folkradio.co.uk

“…based in Madrid and with instruments that include cajon, banjo, ukulele, mandolin and trumpet and, rather obviously Spanish guitar, the quartet serve up a south of the border fiesta exuberance that defies you not to stomp the heels and play air castanets….the groove is most definitely on.” - Fatea Magazine, UK

“There’s a rare combination of four great players who also have superb voices, creating stunning individual vocal performances and the almost inevitable perfect harmonies…The playing is outstanding, the harmonies are superb and it’s joyful throughout; just give it a listen.” - Music Riot, June 2018, UK

For more details check out trackdogsmusic.com

Doors open 7.30pm for 8pm start

Tickets: £12 in advance, £15 on the door (seated)

(includes an admin fee of 30p)

Accessible seating available by calling the box office

Show of Hands fans rejoice as Steve Knightley and Phil Beer, two undisputed kings of the folk, roots and acoustic scene reunite with long-term collaborator Miranda Sykes for a brand-new album and tour. And there’s more, because the trio is expanding to include master percussionist Cormac Byrne who returns with his infectious rhythms by popular demand.

With new songs, new sounds, heartbeats and harmonies, the quartet’s first secret gig in Bridport last year sold out overnight. We are delighted that they begin their autumn tour here at the Beehive. Book now!

Tickets: Adult £26.50, Under 21 £13.30 (seated)

(includes an admin fee of 30p)

Accessible seating available by calling the box office

Katy Hurt’s “Revved Up” Tour roars in to the Beehive!

Plus Support: Roseanna Ball

Katy Hurt has rapidly become a leading light on the UK Country/Americana scene and all without having released a full length studio album.

2018 saw her nominated for “Best Country/Folk Act” at the Unsigned Music Awards as well as performing festival slots at Country 2 Country, BlackDeer, Rhythmtree, Cornbury and many more. Since the launch of her EP “Pieces of Me” Katy has spent time touring with 100+ shows each year around the country. There have been highly praised singles from her upcoming EP “Unfinished Business", with songs impressing fans by the combination of the honest lyrical content with driving riffs and haunting vocals.

BBC Radio 2’s Paul Sexton described Katy as “One of the most exciting prospects on the burgeoning country scene”, saying “Hurt’s distinctive EP is the latest evidence of a career that’s already produced an iTunes UK Country No. 1 in ‘Love You More, she’s a vivacious and magnetic performer. Check her out now whilst you can still get to the front row”.

Katy’s performance at The Pilton Party, highly praised by Michael Eavis, introduced crowds to her latest singles displaying great crossover potential into the rock, pop and blues genres. “Truly a diverse artist”.

Check out the website at www.katyhurt.com

Roseanna Ball is a solo singer songwriter, inspired by the likes of Johnny Cash, Tori Amos and Seth Lakeman.

"Roseanna has a charming quality that we rarely see these days. She effortlessly draws the audience into her world” - Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman

Check out artist website at www.roseannaball.com

Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the door

Includes 30p booking fee per ticket

This will be a seated gig (unallocated)

Accessible seating available by contacting the Box Office.

A 50TH ANNIVERSARY ACOUSTIC CONCERT

The Strawbs started life as the Strawberry Hill Boys before emerging into the mainstream from the exciting British Folk Movement of the mid 60s alongside other such luminaries as Fairport Convention, Pentangle, Al Stewart and Roy Harper. Their first album with Sandy Denny attracted the attention of A&M Records in America and they became the first British Band to be signed by the famous label. Under the guidance of Herb Alpert & Gerry Moss, major chart success followed with seven consecutive albums in the Billboard charts, including classics ‘Bursting at the Seams’, ‘Grave New World’, ‘Hero & Heroine’, ‘Dragonfly’ and ‘Ghosts’, earning the band two Gold Albums along the way. Massive coast to coast American tours swiftly followed, sharing the stage with The Eagles, Santana and Frank Zappa.

From the days of Sandy Denny pre Fairport and Sonja Kristina pre Curved Air, the band have enjoyed the finest of soloists in their ranks from Rick Wakeman followed by his son Oliver moving on to join Yes as well as Adam Wakeman joining Black Sabbath, Blue Weaver to The Bee Gees and Don Airey to Deep Purple.

The Acoustic Strawbs of the 21st century consist of the founder, constant guiding force, originator and lead vocalist Dave Cousins, described by Rolling Stone Magazine as the best Dylan influenced songwriter to come out of the UK. Alongside him longtime band members lead guitarist Dave Lambert and the astonishingly versatile Chas Cronk, who together formed the front line of the classic 1970s Strawbs.

"The songwriting was phenomenal, and the way the trio embellished sublime melodies with supreme harmonies and incredible instrumentation made their performance unforgettable. In fact, I repeatedly thought "music just isn't this good anymore" - Philadelphia Examiner

"Hearing the brilliant Strawbs was like a tutorial in UK folk music from the past 40 years" - Edmonton Sun

"Never to rest on their laurels, this excellent band continue to produce classic tracks and spectacular live performances" - Q Magazine

"Dave Cousins shows himself as a brilliant and original songwriter" - Classic Rock

For more details check out www.strawbsweb.co.uk

Doors open 7.30pm for 7.45pm start

Tickets: £16 in advance, £18 on the door (seated)

(includes an admin fee of 30p)

Accessible seating available by calling the box office

The 'Take a Bite' UK Tour with Support Chris Kipper Roberts

With an amazing 2018 behind them, 2019 brings folk/rock Holy Moly & The Crackers back out onto the stage with a brand new album and an army of growing fans. Come along for the ride - the craziest party in town always has room for one more! Influenced by an eclectic range of music, HMATC play an exciting and visceral blend of rock, pop, folk, blues, Balkan, klezmer, ska and reggae. In the perfect collision of rowdy tunes, pumping danceability and compelling storytelling, this wrangling folk group present a medley of original songs and old time drinking tunes, both hilarious and thrilling, and sure to entertain!

HMATC released their album Salem in July 2017, receiving acclaimed reviews and radio play from several stations. The band have toured the UK twice, selling out venues across the country and appearing at festivals including Glastonbury, Boomtown Fair, Bestival and Beautiful Days. Salem's lead single, the barnstorming indie-rock anthem Cold Comfort Lane, was used for the end credits for the 2018 blockbuster movie Oceans 8.

'Take A Bite', their latest album, sets its stall confidently in the previously unoccupied space between the Gossip, Arctic Monkeys, the B52s and Gogol Bordello

“Seeing Holy Moly And The Crackers was not attending a gig, it was immersing yourself in a show. It was circus, it was sideshow, it was international, but most of all it was bloody exhilarating” – Rockshot Mag

Check out the band web site here

Support from Chris Kipper Roberts a singer/songwriter from Wales who now lives in Dorchester. Kipper is both a charismatic and entertaining artist who is influenced by the wonderful Woody Guthrie. He is delighted to be supporting HMATC again at this show.

Check out artist website here.

Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the door (Standing)

Includes an admin fee of 30p per ticket.

Accessible seating available by contacting the Box Office

Christmas Special!

Darren Page enchanted the audience back in February when he visited us in the 'Through the Decades' show. We are delighted to be welcoming him back in this new show.

Everyone who loves Roy Orbison will be in for a treat as Darren Page brings you all the hits from ‘I Drove all night’, ‘Crying’, ‘Running Scared’, ‘You Got It’, plus a few earlier ones too!

Darren Page is an artiste in his own right and he has a vocal range to fit into any genre but especially for Roy Orbison. Darren is apprearing along with Susan Lowry who will whisper ‘Sweet Nothins’ and many more hits as Brenda Lee, she will have you all singing along and won't be forgetting that we are in the Festive Season with one or two Christmas songs too!

Two hours of pure Indulgence, Rock n Roll and Sweet Ballads at their best. Roy Orbison fans you will not be disappointed!

An evening full of memories and pure nostalgia!

So come along and shake your tinsel & rattle your baubles for a Rockin' good Time!

Produced by A.M. Productions ( Northwest) Ltd

www.amptheatreagency.co.uk

www.facebook.com/DarrenPageFanClub

Tickets £17

Accessible seating available by calling the box office

Seth Lakeman with special guest Winter Mountain

Charismatic singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Seth Lakeman recorded and released his acclaimed, ninth solo album The Well Worn Path on a short break from his whirlwind world tour with rock legend Robert Plant and the Sensational Space Shifters in 2018 & 2019.  Seth has been touring around the world for the last year with Robert Plant, playing as part of his band and also opening shows with his own set.

Seth returns from a summer tour with Robert Plant and festivals with his band to play some solo shows in intimate art centre shows in towns that he has not visited for a long time

Since the Mercury Prize nominated “Kitty Jay” (recorded in his kitchen for £300) and the follow-up gold selling “Freedom Fields” Seth Lakeman has relentlessly pushed his musical boundaries and those of folk and roots music. The Well Worn Path is a return to a no-nonsense, organic, classic folk-rock approach with hints of Fairport Convention, Neil Young, Nick Cave and Billy Bragg. Plus Lakeman’s trademark foot-stomping, fiddle bow-shredding and soaring vocals.

"A searing and righteous cracker" - Daily Mirror ⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Lakeman looks back to rock out......classy album"  - Songlines ⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Lakeman continues to impress and surpass himself" entertainment-focus.com ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Check out Seth Lakeman's website here.

The special guest is Cornish singer/songwriter Winter Mountain (a.k.a. Joe Francis). In the last 18 months Winter Mountain has supported pop icon Seal, Elbow frontman Guy Garvey, Richard Thompson and The Feeling. The Winter Mountain sound is a blend of melodic songs, an extraordinarily soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics, reminiscent of a time before digital recording when the emphasis fell on the importance of live performance and the essence of the songs.

Check out Winter Mountain website here

Tickets £22 - allocated seating

Includes 30p booking fee per ticket

Accessible seating available by contacting the Box Office

600 Years of Yuletide Songs, Carols, Tunes and Tales

Acclaimed musicians GreenMatthews (with special guest Jude Rees of Pilgrims’ Way) present a festive romp through 600 years of Christmas music, songs and carols.

Beginning in the Middle Ages and ending in the 20th century, ‘A Brief History of Christmas’ is a whistle-stop tour of the origins of our midwinter festivities. Featuring long-forgotten songs and tales as well as some familiar and well-loved carols, ‘A Brief History of Christmas‘ is a show guaranteed to delight the hearts of young and old.

The show takes in 600 years of music – featuring music and songs played on archaic instruments such as cittern, shawm and rauschpfeife, as well as more familiar instruments such as guitar, flute, oboe and accordion -  all helped along by GreenMatthews‘ trademark wit and humour.

‘A Brief History of Christmas‘ is the perfect show for anyone looking to recapture the simple Yuletide delights of fellowship, laughter and good cheer.

“Eclectic and enjoyable - a bewildering array of instruments” English Dance and Song

“You guys are awesome!” Bill Barclay, Director of Music at Shakespeare’s Globe

Tickets: - Adults £12.50 in advance, £15.50 On the Door, Students £12.50

(Includes 30p per ticket admin. charge)

Accessible seating available by contacting the Box Office.

Damnation Alley Tour 2019 - with support from Gaz Brookfield

Well, it wouldn't be Christmas without them!

Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique mixture of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz, bluegrass and ‘shake your ass’ music. From self-penned songs of adventure, drinking, love and life, to traditional songs of gypsies, fairies, legless pirates and black flies – Mad Dog never fail to capture their audience with their infectious songs. In constant demand and having played just about every festival and two-bit, jibe-arsed dive in Christendom, Mad Dog Mcrea are, in every sense of the word, a live, band.

Matched with the unshakable dedication of their massive and “loyal-to-the-hilt”, fan base – Mad Dog Mcrea are more than just a very popular, festival act – with five albums under their belts, they are serious and acclaimed recording artists too. During 2019 Mad Dog Mcrea will be in the studio recording a new album and looking to celebrate with their end of the year tour.

The famous purple happy bus is fired up and ready for action, and there’s room for you – jump aboard!

"It’s always a joy to me when something jumps up and smacks you between the eyes – Mad Dog Mcrea did that to me” – Mike Harding

“A sound mixed, mashed and finely honed through years of live gigs” – Rock ‘n Reel Magazine

“This is rowdy, heartfelt, room shaking and spirit-stirring music that only the dead can’t enjoy.” – ltdstate.com

“Musical magicians Mad Dog Mcrea are synonymous not only with a damn good party but also quality musicianship and the odd surprise” – Talk Torbay

www.maddogmcrea.co.uk

The support act for the evening is Gaz Brookfield. Past winner of Acoustic Magazine's singer songwriter of the year Gaz has toured extensively, supported The Levellers, Seth Lakeman, Frank Turner and many more, sold out numerous gig in his home town of Bristol and played over 100 festivals. Check out www.gazbrookfield.com and here he is learning to be a Pirate:-

Tickets £17.50 in advance, £20 on the door (standing)

(includes an admin fee of 30p)

Genesis Visible Touch are the ultimate Phil Collins-era Genesis show!

In 1980, Genesis released their iconic album “Duke” and embarked on their last ever small theatre tour. To celebrate the 40th anniversary, Genesis Visible Touch are touring in early 2020 performing the “Duke Tour” live set.

Expect old classics alongside hits such as “Turn It On Again”, “Misunderstanding” and “Follow You Follow Me”!

“The closest you’ll see to ‘intimate’ Collins era Genesis before their explosion into the gargantuan arena shows of the mid 80s” - Chester Chronicle

“A ‘must see’ show!” - Dave Hutchins, Genesis’ engineer on The Lamb…

“The singer sounds more like Phil Collins than Phil Collins!” - The Ayrshire Post

See more details at www.genesisvisibletouch.com

Tickets £16.50 in advance, £18.50 on the door (seated)

Includes an admin fee of 30p

Accessible seating available by contacting the Box Office

5 Star B&B Tour - from Waters of Tyne to Fog on the Tyne

Two of the UK’s best known and loved singers - Billy Mitchell (Lindisfarne, Jack the Lad, Pitmen Poets) and Bob Fox (Warhorse Songman, Fox and Luckley, Pitmen Poets) are taking to the road together to tour their show 5 Star B&B throughout the UK. Their last tour as a duo was back in 2010 when their sold out performances earned glowing reviews.

Their individual busy schedules have prevented them from reuniting... until now and we are delighted to welcome them to the Beehive. And what a treat it will be. The duo’s ability to connect with the audience is immediately evident as they lead you through some of their favourite songs including original Lindisfarne classics and traditional folk arrangements of songs such as Sally Wheatley, Meet me on the Corner, Dance to your Daddy, Collier Laddie’s Wife, Big River, Galway Shawl and many more..

“I’ve just witnessed my favourite gig of the year, and who would doubt me when I say that it was Billy Mitchell and Bob Fox”  - Pete Fyffe

“Billy and Bob’s vocal performances aren’t so much good as towering”  - Brian Coles

"A masterclass in live entertainment." - Customs House, South Shields

Tickets £16 - Allocated seating

Includes 30p booking fee per ticket.

Accessible seating available by contacting the Box Office

Breaking Glass 40 Years On-Hallelujah!

“They were absolutely fantastic, bringing the entire audience roaring to its feet.”  Telegraph

The first major female star of the 80’s, award winning singer-songwriter Hazel O’Connor rose to fame exactly forty years ago in 1980 starring in the film 'Breaking Glass' . There were hits and eye-catching  Top of The Pops appearances aplenty along the way.  Hazel's ageless songs  include 'Eighth Day', 'Will You', 'Big Brother', 'Monsters in Disguise', 'Calls The Tune', 'If Only', 'Give Me An Inch', 'Blackman' and 'Hanging Around' - all of which seem even more relevant in our present times.

Celebrating the Hallelujah Moments of a stunning and illustrious live career Hazel is  accompanied here by virtuoso saxophonist Clare Hirst (The Belle Stars, Communards, David Bowie) on sax , Sarah Fisher (Eurythmics)  keyboards and Tony Qunta (Odyssey/Edgar Winter) on guitar., This powerful blend of voices and musicianship brings a classy touch of  energy, passion and fire to Hazel’s vibrant performance.  With a special meet and greet immediately after the show you're in for a treat. Unmissable!.

“ It's all there, that voice, soaring sax ...timeless.”. Glastonbury Festival

“The sturdiness and earthy expression of her voice...marvellous” Hot Press                                            

More details can be found at www.hazeloconnor.com

When Hazel O'Connor was last at the Beehive it was a Sell Out and an amazing show - book early to avoid disappointment!

Tickets £20 - Allocated seating.

Includes 30p booking fee per ticket.

Accessible seating available by contacting the Box Office.

India Electric Co. - Album Launch Tour

We are delighted to welcome back Joe and Cole to the Beehive, their hometown venue! This eagerly anticipated show will be their only Devon gig to launch the new album. Sure to be another sell out so get your tickets early.

Sometimes folk, sometimes not, India Electric Co. use traditional instruments in contemporary styles to explore diverse themes from Eastern Europe, Irish traditions and modern urban alienation to end up with something “quirky and glittery – a veritable musical magpie’s nest.” – BBC Radio 3.

Here they embark on their UK tour to coincide with their much anticipated second album release following on from their recent worldwide tours with Midge Ure. With live sessions on BBC Radio 2 and 6 Music, performances at Glastonbury and Cambridge Folk Festival, the duo bring a dynamic, intimate and unique format to these live concerts.

“Exceptional talents.” Songlines Magazine

“Two of the most extraordinary musicians, a phenomenal duo” – BBC Radio 2

“Fresh and gobsmacking!” - Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Music

More details at www.indiaelectricco.com

Tickets £12.50 in advance, £15 on the door

Includes 30p booking fee per ticket

Accessible seating available by contacting the Box Office