I will be leading the lame game rebellion! Try and stop me, twister, jenga, Connect 4, Game of Life, Operation, Battleships, Kerplunk, Noughts & Crosses, Chess, Draughts, Buckaroo and anything else you can think of! We’ll be stocking up on out Mince Pies, Pork Pies & Mulled Wine to get you all jolly…

A night of truly Lame Games to get you in the mood for Christmas giving you the chance to brush up on your lame game skillz before the big day (sibling rivalry) and also the chance to win some Great prizes!

Our main event for the evening will be our Giant Jenga Tournament. If you think you are The Jenga Master, that YOU can conquer all when it comes to … moving blocks from above and below… other blocks, then make sure you sign yourself or a friend up in advance *First come First served*

You will also have the chance to WIN A MINCE PIE!!! All you have to do is challenge our barmaid/man to a game of noughts and crosses in order to win a scrumptious pie, there is no limit to how many times you can play!

I’m working on getting a giant Connect 4, but in the mean time you can sign up for the tournament by emailing me: rachel@hareandhoundskingsheath.co.uk

DJs to be announced shortly – Free Entry!

*Picture not to scale*

Venue 1 – Freestyle Presents… Sam Redmore (Leftfoot) & Free School (Tirk Records)

Venue 2 – This Is Tmrw present … Waifs & Strays (Futureboogie / Hot Creations) & This Is Tmrw All-Stars

Date: SATURDAY 31ST DECEMBER

Time: 9pm – 3am

Venue: Hare & Hounds, 106 High St, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 7JZ

Tickets: £10ADV / from www.theticketsellers.co.uk / 0844 870 0000
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Two of the city’s finest promoters will be taking over the Hare & Hounds for a New Year’s Eve Party across the two upstairs venues.

In Venue 1, Freestyle and Leftfoot resident, Sam Redmore has invited Free School to help recreate the amazing scenes from last year’s Freestyle NYE show from our sister venue The Bulls Head. Expect to hear the finest soul, funk, hip-hop, reggae, latin, disco and much more

In Venue 2, This Is Tmrw will be joined by special guests, Waifs & Strays. The Bristol duo have had a great couple of years with some amazing release on Futureboogie, Hot Creations, Get Physical & Leftroom.  Expect to hear a mix of house, future bass and disco.

*Please note that this event has sold out by Boxing Day for the last 3 years*

*Tickets will not be required for the downstairs Bars*

Venue 1 – Freestyle (Soul, Funk, Hip-Hop, Reggae, Latin, Afrobeat):

Freestyle Presents… Sam Redmore (Leftfoot) / Free School (Tirk)

Sam Redmore (Freestyle / Leftfoot) – The Freestyle resident takes over the Hare & Hounds  turntables, offering a choice selection of funk, soul, hip hop, house, disco, reggae, latin and afrobeat. Sam has been busy of late, remixing for the likes of Electric Swing Circus, DJing at various shindigs around the country and being interviewed by Craig Charles on his 6Music Funk & Soul Show. Expect brand new productions, edits and mashups tailored directly for the dancefloor.

Free School (Tirk Records) – After releasing their debut EP on Tirk Records (Architeq, Greg Wilson, Idjut Boys), Free School have established themselves as eclectic staples on the Birmingham DJing scene. Resident DJs at Happy Cycling (Bull’s Head), the This Is Tmrw clubnight (various) and Roasts N’ Records (The Victoria), Free School have also DJ’d at the launch of Mark E’s ‘Stonebreaker’ album (Ghostly International), the launch of the Out Of Bounds label as well as playing at gigs by the likes of Neon Indian and iliketrains. Expect chillwave, pure disco, space disco, electronica and maybe, just maybe…some BOOGIE.
Venue 2 – This Is Tmrw (House, Future Bass, Disco):

This Is Tmrw present … Waifs & Strays (Futureboogie / Hot Creations) & This Is Tmrw All-Stars

Waifs & Strays (Leftroom, Hot Creations) – A very special NYE tear up with none other than men of the moment Amos Nelson and Rich Beanland better known as Waifs & Strays. A duo born out of diverse musical backgrounds but brought together by a love of house music, pure and simple.

A decade in house music has seen Amos promote and DJ at some of Bristol’s most influential parties, including the infamous superclub, Scream. He has played across the UK and Europe, with virtually every big name DJ you care to mention, holding residencies at some of dance music’s most influential parties.  Rich took a different path, first cutting his teeth in the world of jungle and drum ‘n’ bass, before finding himself at the heart of the fledgling dubstep scene, Producing under his ‘Soundbox Productions’ moniker and releasing on various labels including dubstep giant Boka Records, a chance meeting on Bristol’s after-party circuit saw this duo’s diverse musical backgrounds brought together to create the effortlessly eclectic and undeniably unique sound of Waifs & Strays.

This Is Tmrw DJs -  a collective of Birmingham based DJ’s and Bands who’ve recently hosted the likes of Matthew Dear, Neon Indian, Casio Kids, Mark E, Midland, Phenomenal Handclap Band, Toro Y Moi and many more, as well as playing DJ support to the likes of Mount Kimbie, Jamie Woon & Metronomy….Expect a four to the floor mix of jackin and bass driven house, classic and contemporary disco and everything inbetween..(plus an eye-opening trip to Berlin’s underground fetish clubs), This Is Tmrw DJs are all about the dancefloor.
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Advance tickets available from www.theticketsellers.co.uk /

0844 870 0000

Info: 0121 444 2081 / info@hareandhoundskingsheath.co.uk

Links:

http://soundcloud.com/waifs_strays

http://freestylebirmingham.blogspot.com/

http://freeschoolmusic.wordpress.com/

http://www.thisistmrw.co.uk/

A special plaque will be erected in Kings Heath, Birmingham where the original group Robin Campbell (guitar/vocals), Brian Travers (saxophone), James Brown (drums), Earl Falconer (bass guitar), Norman Hassan (percussion), Ali Campbell (guitar/vocals), Michael Virtue (keyboards) and Astro (trumpet) first performed, at the Hare & Hounds on 9 February 1979.

PRS for Music set up the Heritage Award in 2009 to recognise the unusual ‘performance birthplaces’ of famous bands and artists. UB40 is the eighth band to be given the honour of receiving the permanent plaque.

The band and its members Robin Campbell, Brian Travers, James Brown, Earl Falconer, Norman Hassan and Astro will be there to see the plaque unveiled in Kings Heath on Tuesday October 4^th at 11.30am

PRS for Music Chairman, Guy Fletcher OBE said: “It’s an honour and a pleasure for us to commemorate the site of the first UB40 gig with a PRS for Music Heritage Award.  UB40 has made an incredible contribution to the music scene in a career spanning three decades and they are still going strong.  The much-loved band has placed more than 50 singles in the UK Singles Chart, achieved considerable international success and sold over 70 million records – a superb achievement.”

Robin Campbell said: “I’m humbled that the birthplace of UB40 has been chosen to be marked in this way. It’s a pleasure to return to the place where we first performed back in 1979.”

Adam Reagan, Owner of the Hare & Hounds, said: “We are delighted that such an important moment of UB40’s history will be recorded at Hare & Hounds, a venue that is now a base for some of the area’s best up and coming artists.”

UB40 has had numerous hits in both the UK and internationally including “Food For Thought”, “One in Ten”, “Red Red Wine”, “Kingston Town” and “Can’t Help Falling In Love”.

Anyone who was present at the first gig and is interested in attending the plaque unveiling ceremony or has photos of the performance should contact heritageplaque@prsformusic.com and will receive an official invite.

For more information please go to www.prsformusic.com/heritageaward

Turns out we 22,000 vinyl records!

Everything from classics, oldies, goldies, memorable tunes, quirky fun ones, collectables. Literally something for everyone!

Records will be £1 each so come for a mooch at this music lovers delight!

Founded in 2003, Melbourne, Australia’s My Disco have spent nearly a decade defining and refining their sound in a way that defies rock music’s most enduring tropes. Each new album finds them subtracting a little more, applying minimalist instincts to relentless, stripped-bare post-punk grooves. The result is a hypnotic, almost subconscious body music that lives and breathes with the persiste…nt repetition of a heartbeat and the menacing precision of a sniper.

http://www.myspace.com/mydiscomydisco
http://www.mydisco.com.au/

PTTRNS (ger, altin village & mine)

Four smart ass hipshakers from Cologne stole some congas in the park from a hippie who doesn’t know how to play it properly to save the world. Therefor PTTRNS mingle some tight percussion with 80s influenced post punk a la gang of four in an homage to old funk legends like curtis mayfield.

to sum it up:
They totally know how to shake your bones.

http://www.myspace.com/pttrns
http://www.ursaminormusik.de/pttrns/

BACKWARDS (Birmingham hates you!)

Guaranteed disappointment…

http://www.nonononono.com/

As Wu-Tang Clan member Method Man attests, “…he’s the head.  Let’s put it that way. We form like Voltron and GZA happens to be the head.”  Throughout the years, GZA has remained exceptionally busy, touring the globe, releasing his sixth solo album (‘Pro Tools’) and appearing on various Wu-Tang releases.  Look out for a new brand new album from GZA, Spring 2011.

“Renowed as one of hip-hop’s most intellectual rap artists, With flawless technique and lyrical dexterity, GZA is considered by many to be the best pure rapper of the past 20 years.”

Check out the classic video for ‘Liquid Swords’
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6_6E0T3wss

Leftfield beats and razor sharp flow from local emcees SENSEI C & ELAI IMMORTAL. These guys seriously know how to work a crowd, and have supported everybody from Jurassic 5, Vadim and One Self. Their forthcoming record features collaborations with Antipop Consortium, Juice Aleem, Thavius Beck and Kashmere….nuff said.

http://soundcloud.com/h-l-i

Heducation head honcho spinning party hip-hop, phat funk & block rockin breaks

http://www.heducation.com/
http://www.mixcloud.com/mylz/

Monday 28th March

Freestyle & Jibbering present

THE SOULJAZZ ORCHESTRA

Plus support from Tangawizi, Sam Redmore & Shelley Roots

The Souljazz Orchestra return to the Hare & Hounds for another explosion of funk, soul, afro, jazz and latin rhythms that are sure to raise the roof. Their last appearance in Birmingham back in April 2010 proved to be one of the highlights of the year, and with critically acclaimed album “Rising Sun” released on Strut Records and support from the likes of Gilles Peterson in the bag, this show promises to be even bigger.

Since their formation in 2002, Canada’s Souljazz Orchestra have drawn on the rough, raw funk grooves of the 60s and 70s, moving forward the blueprint laid down by Fela Kuti and Fania Allstars in entirely new ways, whilst keeping the analogue grit intact. With three albums to their name – 2006’s “Freedom No Go Die”, 2008’s “Manifesto” and the aforementioned “Rising Sun” from 2010 – and years of relentless live touring to look back on, Souljazz Orchestra have developed into an in-demand fixture at venues and festivals worldwide.

Support on the night comes from Jibbering’s very own Tangawizi, Freestyle resident Sam Redmore and Rhubarb Radio’s Shelley Roots.

Hare & Hounds, Kings Heath, 8pm-11.30pm

Tickets £5 early bird / £7 advance / More on the door

Tickets available from www.theticketsellers.co.uk

106 High St, Kings Heath, B14 7JZ

www.hareandhoundskingsheath.co.uk

As part of a new series of SFP events taking place over the coming year, we’ll be exploring the origins of Soul Food and how countries around the world have their own interpretations of what Soul Food is and means.

Our first event is curated by our very own Martin Herrera who hails from Mexico’s east coast. Martin will be bringing the family in and cooking up a feast of homely Mexican fare.

This is a great opportunity to taste real Mexican food cooked by people who have spent their whole lives surrounded by it.

Dinner will be hosted in the Hare and Hounds back bar and sittings will be at 7pm for a 7.30 start.

This is a bookings only event and the set menu is priced at £15 each.

To book simply email info@soulfoodproject.co.uk or phone 0121 444 2081 and ask to speak to Matt Soul Food (Note we only have 40 places available). Please advise of any dietry requirements

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FREE COMEDY TICKETS

AL MURRAY THE PUB LANDLORD MONDAY 14TH FEBRUARY @ THE HARE AND HOUNDS

DOORS OPEN: 7.30PM

Al Murray’s Pub Landlord is on a mission – to find Britain’s top quiz fanatics to take part in his brand new TV game show. Welcome to Compete For The Meat – a pub quiz like no other!

Al Murray’s hilarious pub quiz is coming to TV. We’re staging regional qualifiers to find the best general knowledge buffs to be contestants on the show. So here’s your chance to see the Landlord up close and personal, get on the show and – most importantly – win an amazing frozen chicken (plus economy sausages for 2^nd place).

Entry is free, so make sure you get there early to bag yourself a place. If the Guv likes you, your team could end up playing on the TV show. Tickets operate on a first come first served basis on the night, and TVREcordings.com is commited to a policy of over-allocation due to the inevitable no-shows that occur when issuing free tickets.  Best of luck!

To book tickets visit www.tvrecordings.com you will need to register a couple of details and then you can book your FREE tickets.

LEFTFOOT PRESENTS…

MR SCRUFF

Date: FRIDAY 25^TH FEBRUARY

Time: 9pm – 3am

Venue: Hare & Hounds, 106 High St, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 7JZ

Tickets: £13.50 ADV / £15OTD from  www.theticketsellers.co.uk / 0844 870 0000

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‘Greetings! I am Mr. Scruff, DJ, Producer, Cartoonist & Tea Drinker.

As a DJ, I play across the board, including Soul, Funk, Hip Hop, Jazz, Reggae, Latin, African, Ska, Disco, House, Funk, Breaks, Soundtracks & loads more. As a producer I make music that draws on these influences, with a large dose of cheek & good humour’

Mr Scruff has decided to return to the Hare & Hounds after he played a phenomenal (6 HOUR) DJ set with sold out Leftfoot 10^th Anniversary show! We expect tickets to sell out just as fast as last time, if not quicker! So make sure you book yours quickly to avoid disappointment…

There will be 75 tickets left on the door, the rest will be sold in advance. Bring your dancing shoes!

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Advance tickets available from www.theticketsellers.co.uk /

0844 870 0000

Info: 0121 444 2081 / info@hareandhoundskingsheath.co.uk

Link: www.mrscruff.com