Archive for October, 2010

Well done to everyone who managed to get tickets for UB40 last Friday, we had an awesome night and here is a little message from Adam to show our appreciation:

‘On behalf of all of the staff at the Hare & Hounds, I’d just like to thank everyone for making this the most memorable night we’ve ever experienced.
When I took over the venue 4 years ago, this was the one show I dreamt of hosting. Signing Off is still one of the greatest albums to come out of Birmingham and seeing it performed live in my own place was incredible.
Wouldn’t it be nice to do it all again next year!
Cheers
Adam’

Tonight is Easy Star All-Stars & Cas Haley. We are equally excited about tonights show and hope you can all make it. Andreya Triana (Live) & Norman Jay (Good Times Set) is this Friday also!! For tickets Visit: https://www.theticketsellers.co.uk/buy_tickets/venues/?id=685

We have also cheap deal on offer for you this week so read ahead to find out the details…

Don’t forget to subscribe to our mailing list on the website, facebook and twitter feed!

Monday & Wednesday

~ Back Bar quiz – Lots of prizes to be won!

Monday

Leftfoot presents: Easy Star All-Stars / Cas Haley

- Combining musical versatility, instrumental prowess, beautiful vocal harmonies and a superb rhythm section. Their best-selling tribute album releases, Dub Side of the Moon and Radiodread, bring together fans of reggae, classic rock, dub and indie rock into one big family. Supporting artist Cas Haley –had a second-place finish on America’s Got Talent, which in turn netted him a measure of fame and a following. www.easystar.com

Tuesday

Birmingham Promoters presents: Magic Kids / Riding Giants

Magic Kids are the Memphis Beach Boys. Their mission is to capture, in total detail, from the instrumentation to the harmonies, California’s finest in their early glory days, before Brian Wilson had his head turned by the madcap adventurism and perplexing wordplay of Van Dyke Parks.

Wednesday

Miss Perry & Birmingham Promoters presents: Darwin Deez / Little Comets

- SOLD OUT -  To find out about similar shows in the future visit www.birminghampromoters.com

Thursday

Birmingham Promoters presents: iLiKETRAiNS / Guile/Jamie Clayton

post-rock band formed in Leeds, 2003. Their songs are composed of expansive orchestral and guitar-based sounds.I LIKE TRAINS are a hidden treasure. Haunting instrumentation and broken, world weary vocals portray a tender depiction of tragedy, past, present and future.

Building the bricks of a productive creative partnership, over the past six years I LIKE TRAINS have perfected their craft. Their sullen heart felt songs wash across you like a sea of wondrous turmoil. I LIKE TRAINS have had their music featured on Hollywood film trailers, adverts and television, including an episode of cult series CSI:Miami. In October of 2007, the band released their debut LP, ‘Elegies To Lessons Learnt’ which contained a captivating collection of tracks documenting a series of historic downfalls and the mistakes we failed to learn from. The band are set to release their eagerly awaited second LP later this year. Whilst articulating the morose truths of life, the band provide a ray of light with their gentle flowing guitars, rich earthy vocals and glimmers of exultant choral euphoria that show hope within despair. (read less) I LIKE TRAINS are a hidden treasure. Haunting instrumentation and broken, world weary vocals portray a tender depiction of tragedy, past, present and future. The band are set to release their eagerly awaited second LP later this year.

Friday

Leftfoot presents: Andreya Triana (Live) & Norman Jay (Good Times Set)

Experimental and self taught singer and songwriter. A unique vocalist, with a passion for  improvisation, hugely influencing her ‘Freeflo Sessions’  a hypnotic one woman show using a sampler to loop vocals, percussive sounds and beats live. With Norman Jay playing his renowned Good Times Set, a mix up of soul, funk and hip-hop to disco, jazz, house, drum & bass and beyond…

Inqlab presents: The Pakistan Flood Relief Fundraiser

Juice Aleem, DJ Roc 1, Bruce Q, VJ Edouble D, DJ Moyma & Guests. Inqlab Residents: The Hussain Brothers. ThemantoF. The idea behind inqlab was to create a ‘conscious club night’. The people who put on the nights all have common interests in cultural activism, campaigning and community development. A night with good music and a nice progressive vibe which provided a platform for us to spread the word about various human rights, civil liberties and poverty-related issues that we feel passionate about.

Saturday

House of God presents: House of God Halloween Party

Two rooms of devilish mayhem with HoG residents Paul Damage, Sir Real, DJ-X and many more… the core HOG sound of techno/house alongside drum n bass and breaks, antidote to the cheesy hardcore and house nights…

In Room 1 – HOG residents special – Techno/House/Acieed

In Room 2 – Dark DnB/Breaks/Electro/Old Skool

Halloween Fancy Dress optional – if you can be arsed….Horror makeup available on the night!

Sunday

Birmingham Promoters presents: Youngblood Brass Band / Tempting Rosie

With sharp execution, sharp tongue, and a pick-up-and-go ethos, Youngblood Brass Band cleanly fuses elements of brass band, jazz, punk and hip-hop. Since their debut in 1998 with the album Word On the Street, YBB have been a shotgun blast to the eardrum, demanding attention from all that have had the fortune to hear them while they tour both the US and Europe.

TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR 2010:

/ Easy Star All-Stars / Magic Kids / iLiKETRAiNS /Andreya Triana & Norman Jay / House Of God / Youngblood Brass Band / British India / DJ Derek / Baths / Roses Kings Castles / Patrick Duff / Zero 7 (DJ Set) / 2020SoundSystem / Friendly Fire Band / The Mummers / Balkanic Eruption- Gypsy Hill / The Book Club / Neon Asylum / King Pleasure & Biscuit Boys

To get cheaper tickets in advance buy online:

https://www.theticketsellers.co.uk/buy_tickets/venues/?id=685

Come say Hi!

xH&Hx

This Friday we are really happy to UB40 back in the house!! Tickets are now sold out but sign up to our mailing list to hear about similar gigs on offer. Also Easy Star All-Stars & Cas Haley has been rescheduled for Monday 25th, as there have been some returns due to the date changed we now have a few tickets left. Visit: https://www.theticketsellers.co.uk/buy_tickets/venues/?id=685

Our Lovely Soul Food chefs have released the new Christmas menu and will be taking bookings, have a look on our website (under Soul Food Project section) to see what the lads have in store for you! PLUS +++ Back Bar will be NOW be opening at 7pm on Fridays for those of you who fancy lining you tums before your weekend tipple starts! What a great way to start you night out … with some top notch cuisine!

We have also cheap deal on offer for you this week so read ahead to find out the details…

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Monday & Wednesday
~ Back Bar quiz – Lots of prizes to be won!

Tuesday
Birmingham Promoters presents: 22-20s / Sam Dale / Rogue States – legendary indie/rockers, the dynamic equates to a whirlwind of sound, sweeping up everything in its heavy path. Their song “Devil in Me” is regularly heard on the Vauxhall Astra TV ad and “Such a Fool” was featured in the Guy Ritchie film, RocknRolla. http://www.birminghampromoters.com/ – Birmingham Promoters are offering a £5 on the door deal for anyone that emails carlo@birminghampromoters.com, but be quick as the list is very limited!

World Unlimited presents: Anais Mitchell + support
‘Hadestown‘, CD of the Week 5*s “Mitchell has created something joyful and witty that yields more with every listen” THE GUARDIAN 5*s “Hadestown is nothing short of incredible, whether you extract individual tracks like ‘Wedding Song” or listen to the endearing tale as an artfully rollicking whole. Mitchell has always been good, but “Hadestown” is her Odyssey” NME 9/10 ’Hadestown’ has made Mitchell an Americana princess” UNCUT 5*s

Wednesday
World Unlimited presents: Ellen and The Escapades ‘of all the times’ – finding themselves firmly at the front of the alt-folk wave currently sweeping the UK and beyond. “This gorgeous self-released single showcases a band with a fine line in bittersweet melodies whose eponymous front woman soothes your ears with her soft, Yorkshire lilt. Definitely one to watch.” The Guardian

Thursday
Under The Counter presents: Free The Robots
Chris Alfaro is Free the Robots. The genre-defying artist pulls together heavy doses of traditional jazz, psych, electronic and hip-hop, with progressive melodies and devastating drums into a rich pot o…f sound. His techniques create harmony between genres with the blending of obscure samples with analog and digital compositions.

Friday
Andy Smith presents: DJ Andy Smiths Jam Up Twist
Dj’s Andy Smith & Teepee fire up a night of Wild Jump Blues mixed with Stomping Northern Soul, Scorching Ska & Rocking Rockabilly. Expect Little Richard next to Ruth Brown, Gene Chandler next to The Skatalites with some Ray Charles & Chuck Berry for good measure. www.djandysmith.com

UB40 – SOLD OUT – very much sold out, but this is their warm-up show for the tour so tickets for their other tour dates can be found by visiting http://www.UB40.co.uk/

Saturday
Jibbering presents: Skitz & Rodney P / Sister Henry & The Prescriptions – Skitz is without doubt one of the most important and influential UK Hip Hop producers of the past 15 years. His first album from back in 2001, “Countryman,” set a new benchmark for UK Hip Hop and the scene has not looked back since. It has been quite a while since Skitz and his long time compadre, the legendary rhymer Rodney P, have visited Birmingham, so do not miss out on this opportunity to catch this pair of Hip Hop maestros ripping up one of the phattest Soundsystems of the city.

Sunday
Soul Food Project presents: Roasts ‘n’ Records
Every Sunday Soul Food Project opens the back bar for an exclusive afternoon of Cajun Roasts and Jazz. The Soul Food Boys will be in at the crack of dawn roasting potatoes in rosemary and garlic, preparing glazes and rubs for our meats and working on mean gravy’s, spicy stuffed yorkshire puddings and prepping fresh veg.We’ll be joined by local muso Andrew Dubber who’ll be manning the wheels of steel from 1pm till 4pm playing some seriously nice jazz (think everything from bluenote through to spiritual stuff, jazz funk and good old fashioned dusty soul records)

TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR 2010:
22-20s / Free The Robots / Skitz & Rodney P / Easy Star All-Stars / Magic Kids / iLiKETRAiNS /Andreya Triana & Norman Jay / House Of God / Youngblood Brass Band / British India / DJ Derek / Baths / Roses Kings Castles / Patrick Duff / Zero 7 (DJ Set) / 2020SoundSystem / Friendly Fire Band / The Mummers / Balkanic Eruption- Gypsy Hill / The Book Club / Neon Asylum / King Pleasure & Biscuit Boys

To get cheaper tickets in advance buy online:
https://www.theticketsellers.co.uk/buy_tickets/venues/?id=685

Come say Hi!

xH&Hx

We have just been informed by the band’s agent that 5 of the musicians have missed their flight from New York (due to a traffic accident near the airport).

As a result they have asked if their Birmingham show could be rescheduled for MONDAY 25TH OCTOBER.  We apologise for any inconvenience this has caused but tonight’s performance would be impossible without half of the band.

All tickets will be valid for the rescheduled performance and full refunds will be made to anyone who is unable to make this date.

Once again, apologies for any inconvenience this has caused.

We have some more great stuff coming up for you this week! UB40 has now sold out but sign up to our mailing list to hear about similar gigs on offer. Our pick of the week has to be Easy Star All-Stars & Cas Haley. There are still a few tickets left if you visit: https://www.theticketsellers.co.uk/buy_tickets/venues/?id=685

Don’t forget to subscribe to our mailing list on the website, facebook and twitter feed!

Monday & Wednesday

~ Back Bar quiz – Lots of prizes to be won!

Monday

Capsule presents: Red SparowesCreating epic instrumental songs that are given room to breath they allow you to fully immerse yourself in their world. Red Sparowes are brutally heavy and have no need to rely on any hackneyed riff to pummel you into submission. Their cascading sound owes as much to Goblin as it does to Sabbath. Featuring Bryant Clifford-Meyer of the recently disbanded ISIS. http://www.myspace.com/redsparowes

Tuesday

Birmingham Promoters Present: Archie Bronson Outfit / The Victorian English Gentlemen’s Club – Switching between full on deep-end rock and more reflective, beat-driven numbers, a modern psychedelic testament delivering a visceral shot of pleasure. They return with their much anticipated new album, Coconut!! http://www.birminghampromoters.com/ http://www.myspace.com/archiebronsonoutfit

8Bit Lounge presents: 8Bit Lounge

At 8bit lounge we are here to immerse you in a world or retro, futuristic, and experimental electronics. At the first point you have a selection of retro games consoles, with both classic games, and fun recent titles.we have n64, game cube, playstation one, dreamcast.any or all of these might be working on the night. its part of the fun setting it all up. music for the evening is pure robot bliss. with a range of pure electro, vocoder styles, bits of bboy, arcade classics, electronica and songs of your past rendered in 8 bit stylings.

Wednesday

Chicks Dig Jerks presents: Brainlove tour: Napoleon IIIrd / Matt Riviere / Fever Fever Chicks Dig Jerks are delighted to be hosting an evening as part of the BRAINLOVE RECORDS TOUR with live performances from Brainlove artists – NAPOLEON IIIrd – “could initially be described as bedsit folk-driven electronica but over the past year or so, has developed into one of the most thought-provokingly original solo artists anywhere you care to mention in the world today.”

Thursday

Leftfoot presents: Easy Star All-Stars / Cas Haley

- Combining musical versatility, instrumental prowess, beautiful vocal harmonies and a superb rhythm section. Their best-selling tribute album releases, Dub Side of the Moon and Radiodread, bring together fans of reggae, classic rock, dub and indie rock into one big family. Supporting artist Cas Haley –had a second-place finish on America’s Got Talent, which in turn netted him a measure of fame and a following. www.easystar.com

Ones & Twos, The Hip Hop Open Deck Night Present Klashnekoff & Tusche Da Costa – The UK edition of Ones & Twos, the Hip Hop open deck night. All sets must contain some UK Hip Hop..

Friday

Friendly Fire Music presents: The Uplifter

First introduced to Friendly Fire at Shambala’s Roots Yard when he performed an exceptional set of heavy dub, roots, ska and dancehall with live drums and a truly positive vibe. Since then, The
Uplifter has also performed as part of the dub to dubstep… Expect a musical repertoire of positive vibrations and highly energetic atmospheres, with the live percussion bringing a refreshing and freely expressive element to the performance.

Endless Nameless presents: Guilty Parents /Cannons and Tanks/ Tales of Terror (Theatre)

Live music from: Guilty Parents – http://www.myspace.com/guiltyparents, Cannons and Tanks,

Tales of Terror: Gothic theatre production, Visuals: VJ Delsyd, Guest DJ: Nathan Warner,

Resident DJ’s: Stevie K and Mix Master Mack, Resident Compere: Kevin Campbell

(Tales of Terror) – “Get ready for a spint-tingling time that will make your skin crawl, as we resurrect the tales that haunted your ancestors’ dreams… And whatever you do, don’t go into the cellar!”

Saturday

Bunka presents: EDIT SELECT (Ostgut Ton, Electric Deluxe)

Bunka returns after a mid-summer hiatus and a messy pre-silly-season warm up shindig on August Bank Holiday with our favourite residents and friends.We are back with another top draw booking EDIT-SELECT aka Percy X aka Tony Scott who rolls into the Kings Heath boozer this month…

Grindhouse presents: Grindhouse – Free Party

Mindblowing Drum n Bass From The Void, Starring… Freenote and Tek-Prime (Therapy Sessions), DJ-X (House of God, PCM) – Bday bash pt3, Phibes (Sic, Grindhouse), Phase 2 (Broken Minds)

Following a sell-out night with Noisia in July, Grindhouse returns to the Hare with a FREE PARTY! Yes a real FREE party! Not one of these so-called “free” parties that are only free b4 10pm then £15 after but a party that is FREE all night!

Sunday

Birmingham Promoters presents: The Boxer Rebellion / The Domino State / This Love Affair

“If you’re crying out for substance in music, The Boxer Rebellion are here to soothe your soul.” (Kerrang) It has to be said that the belief within The Boxer Rebellion is as infectious as the songs that emerge from within it a unity wherein every fibrous vocal, every skyward-bound chord, every heart-seizing beat feels like a hands-aloft leap of unassailable faith.

World Unlimited presents: The Music Room – James Summerfield, Richard Burke & World Of Fox

James Summerfield returned with a lightness of touch, dark and strange humour and his ever present fantastic ear for melody to tell sweet tales of the biggest blows. It was widely acknowledged are his finest work to date. “Count To 10…” is undeniably frank and deals with his dark period, yet contains the beautiful melodies and musical arrangements that followers of James’ work will fondly remember.

TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR 2010:

Red Sparowes / Archie Bronson Outfit / CDJ – Brainlove Tour / Easy Star All-Stars / The Uplifter / The Boxer Rebellion / 22-20s / Free The Robots / Skitz & Rodney P /Magic Kids / iLiKETRAiNS /Andreya Triana & Norman Jay / House Of God / Youngblood Brass Band / British India / DJ Derek / Baths / Roses Kings Castles / Patrick Duff / Zero 7 (DJ Set) / The Mummers / Balkanic Eruption- Gypsy Hill / The Book Club / Neon Asylum / King Pleasure & Biscuit Boys

To get cheaper tickets in advance buy online:

https://www.theticketsellers.co.uk/buy_tickets/venues/?id=685

Come say Hi!

xH&Hx

As a warm up to UB40’s forthcoming 30^th Anniversary ‘Signing Off ‘ Tour, the reggae legends have announced a very special date here at the Hare & Hounds on Friday 22^nd October 2010. TICKETS ARE NOW SOLD OUT!

As the venue where UB40 played their first ever paid gig, the Hare & Hounds holds a special place in UB40’s rich history.

In addition to performing tracks from the band’s seminal debut album ‘Signing Off ‘, UB40 will be performing some of their much loved world-wide hits.

Since the release of ‘Signing Off’, UB40 have become one of the most successful reggae groups of all time, with over forty UK Top 40 hit singles and sales of 80million records across the world.

For further details go to the official UB40 website: www.ub40.co.uk.

www.ub40.co.uk

Here it is again in case you missed it before:

THIS TUESDAY – HEDUCATION & FREESTYLE PRESENT: AKIL THE MC (JURASSIC 5) & LOUIS LOGIC

Very Limited Offer: Buy 2 get 1 FREE!!!

Visit: https://www.theticketsellers.co.uk/buy_tickets/events/?id=10012874

All you have to do is type in the promo password: jurassic106

This Offer is very limited so you’ll need to be QUICK!

We have some more great stuff coming up for you this week!

Make sure you drop by and taste some of our Soul Food Project treats from the new Autumn/Winter!

Don’t forget to subscribe to our mailing list on the website, facebook and twitter feed!

Monday & Wednesday

~ Back Bar quiz – Lots of prizes to be won!

Tuesday

Heducation & Freestyle presents: AKIL THE MC (JURASSIC 5) / LOUIS LOGIC

One of the MCs from the legendary hip-hop group, Jurassic 5, known for their funky, old skool flavours and uplifting lyrical content.  Producer, song writer, photographer, break dancer, and entrepreneur, and is credited with much of Jurassic 5′s success. http://www.myspace.com/akilthe1mc

Wednesday

Bigger Than Barry & Leftfoot presents: Mount Kimbie (Live) / Scarlet Harlots

Add a percussive and experimental edge to the current class of post-dubstep pioneers. Sceneless and untethered from etiquette and genre codes, floats through dubstep and hip-hop, jazz, techno and ambient, post-rock, UK garage and film scores to startling effect. SCARLET HARLOTS LAST EVER SHOW!!!

https://www.theticketsellers.co.uk/buy_tickets/venues/?id=685

Friday

LOGISTIX & ALL FUNKD UP presents: ALLISTER WHITEHEAD… Back To Ours

ADVANCE TICKETS JUST £4 https://www.theticketsellers.co.uk/buy_tickets/events/?id=1001271

Real Music for Real People! The concept is simple Amazing Dj’s & Producers will be given the
freedom to open their minds and break out of mainstream constraints to
deliver music with no boundaries. If you know the Back 2 Mine series or the Choices Series on Azuli…You Know what to expect. ITS ALL ABOUT THE MUSIC!! HOUSE, DISCO, PUNK, FUNK, INDIE, ROCK OR SOUL EVERYTHING GOES…

Saturday

FaceBoot presents: Bar Boot Sale & Stable Record Sale!! (11am-4pm)

A car boot sale with a difference… for those of us who cannot be bothered with learning how to use ebay or with getting up at the crack of dawn on a Sunday….vintage clothes and accessories, books, toys, homemade goods, local art. . .Pop in, quench your thirst, buy a cake, and have a mooch…

Bigger Than Barry presents: Panacea – Future Bass/Liquid Crunk/Psychedelic Dub

Panacea (Greek Πανάκεια, Panakeia) the goddess of healing. Armed with our bag of potions Panacea will fix your weary brains. Be ready to gorge on the nectar of Future Bass, Liquid Crunk and psychedelic dub. Administered by:Marquis, Alchera, Germ, Tiger Lips, Cheif Cougar. Expect to hear: Submerse, Whistla, Mount Kimbie, Geiom, Fused Forces, CJ Reign, Kidkut, Kingdom, C.R.S.T, FaltyDL, Littlefoot, Roof Light , Deadboy, Mr Gasparov, SBTRKT, Girl Unit, Brackles, Para, Sentinals, Wascal, Burial, Pariah, Martyn

OYA batucada presents: VIVA BRAZIL !!ultimate samba party

OYA batucada, have not been slacking over the summer, but working on spunky new rhythms, taking it out to the streets and now collaborating with Hugh ‘Dirtyb’ from Del Camino and One Eye, reaching out to new audiences with an expedition into Samba lovers rock with the amazing Patsy Fuller guesting on vocals. More classic reggae surprises in store…as well as our old favourites, pure Brazilian hardcore percussion. Our top horn section The Sons and Daughters of Xango will be featuring too …and DJ Diablo. Let’s get it on … and feel the Samba L.O.V.E.

Sunday

Birmingham Promoters presents: Dinosaur Pile-up / Turbowolf / Rase

‘Our money’s on Dinosaur Pile-up delivering one of the best British rock debuts in recent years.’ (NME), ‘Proof that indie bands don’t have to choose between noodling or landfill. As exciting as you could wish for.’ (The Guardian), ‘The perfect soundtrack to a monster collision.’ (Kerrang!), ‘Dinosaur Pile-up are here to show us the error of our ways. Thank them.’ (The Fly) VISIT http://www.birminghampromoters.com/ FOR MORE INFO & TICKETS.

Birmingham Comedy Festival presents: The XXXX Comedy Cabaret

With Ben Davids, Lee Grant, Phil McCullough, Adam Chivers, Ryan Gough and MC James Cook. Twenty years ago, The XXXX Comedy Cabaret was huge at The Hare and Hounds and compered by one Frank Skinner. Now it’s back, though sadly without Frank! However, the ethos is the same, and recognising the amazing amount of comedy talent that is emerging from Birmingham and the West Midlands is at the heart of this monthly club. Four of the brightest talents that the area has to offer will be performing alongside circuit regulars James Cook and Ryan Gough. These guys have big comedy futures, so come and see them now, before they follow in Skinner’s footsteps and sell out the NIA!

Soul Food Project presents: Roasts ‘n’ Records

Every Sunday Soul Food Project opens the  back bar for an exclusive afternoon of Cajun Roasts and Jazz. The Soul Food Boys will be in at the crack of dawn roasting potatoes in rosemary and garlic, preparing glazes and rubs for our meats and working on mean gravy’s, spicy stuffed yorkshire puddings and prepping fresh veg.We’ll be joined by local muso Andrew Dubber who’ll be manning the wheels of steel from 1pm till 4pm playing some seriously nice jazz (think everything from bluenote through to spiritual stuff, jazz funk and good old fashioned dusty soul records)

TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR 2010:

Akil The MC (J5) / Mount Kimbie / Allister Whitehead-Back 2 Ours / Dinosaur Pile-Up / Red Sparowes / Archie Bronson Outfit / CDJ – Brainlove Tour / Easy Star All-Stars / The Boxer Rebellion / 22-20s / Free The Robots / Magic Kids / iLiKETRAiNS /Andreya Triana & Norman Jay / Youngblood Brass Band / El Guincho / British India / Baths / Roses Kings Castles / Patrick Duff / Zero 7 (DJ Set) / The Mummers / Balkanic Eruption- Gypsy Hill

To get cheaper tickets in advance buy online:

https://www.theticketsellers.co.uk/buy_tickets/venues/?id=685

Come say Hi!

xH&Hx