Following support slots with Fossil Collective and The Staves, Birmingham Promoters are set to welcome back Luke Sital-Singh for his own headline show at Hare & Hounds!

Luke Sital-Singh was brought up in the small south west London town of New Malden, birthplace of folk legend John Martyn. The ever compelling and emotionally captivating young songwriter has his roots in an eclectic mix of songsmiths both young and old, fromBob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen and Joni Mitchell to Damien Rice, Josh Ritter and Tallest Man On Earth.

Luke’s first collection of songs opens with the heart wrenching ‘Fail For You’ – a track comprising of beautifully layered vocal harmonies, all provided by Luke himself and showcases his love and complete understanding of the understated complexity of acts like Sigur Ros and Bon Iver. Having already been tipped by the Guardian as “breathing life into a tired form” Luke is currently busy gigging around London, silencing every audience he plays to and rapidly gathering fans wherever he goes.

Luke releases his highly anticipated Old Flint EP, out April 8^th on Raygun Records, self-penned and produced by Iain Archer (Jake Bugg) and Dave Lynch.

“This tremulous-voiced troubadour could be a British Bon Iver, destined to take folk traditions in unexpected directions” – The Guardian

LUKE SITAL-SINGH HEADLINES HARE & HOUNDS BIRMINGHAM ON THURS 25TH APRIL 2013. TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE.

Watch the video for ‘Fail For You’ below:

http://youtu.be/BKKrlthkBzA

Norman Jay returns to the Hare and Hounds this Friday 12th April and we couldn’t be more excited. Recognised as one of the best selectors in the business Norman is sure to make Friday one of the stand out parties of the year.

Continuing with the Leftfoot 2013 give-away tradition there’s a couple of guest list spaces up for grabs. To be in for the chance to win them all you need to do is answer this question…

At which carnival does Norman Jay host his good times soundsystem?

Email your answer to Tom@leftfootvenues.co.uk by 5 pm Thursday 11th April and a winner will be selected and contacted via email not long after.

If you don’t fancy your chances winning the guest list spaces then there are still some £10 advanced tickets available right here.

Please do not post your answer as a comment, it will not be counted as an entry.

Sunday 14th April sees acclaimed Jazz, Soul vocalist José James take over the main stage at the Hare and Hounds supporting his latest album release on the seminal Bluenotes Records.

A few months back he played the David Letterman show, so to give you a idea of what to expect on Sunday we thought we’d share the video of his  performance…

http://youtu.be/LOUOqA-XrEQ

If you haven’t purchased your advanced tickets already then you’re in luck, there are still a few available right here. Support on the night comes from Sara Colman and Leftfoot resident Sam Redmore.

NME has once again started it’s search for Britain’s best small venue and we’d very much like you to vote for the Hare and Hounds.

If you’re a fan of what we do and would like to show your support then head over to their website create and account and vote for us! All you need to do is click the link below…

Vote Hare and Hounds for Britain’s Best Small Venue

If we win we might throw a special party to celebrate and you’ll all be invited…probably.

Many Thanks

The H&H Team

In a world where riffs are king and master, To The Bones are essential.

Hailing from glamorous Bolton, the four-piece play a feral mix of riffs and melody; imagine the Pixies tackling QOTSA and you’re playing in the right ball-park.. The band write amazing, hook-laden rock songs that you’ll find rumbling around your head days after your last To The Bones fix.

Mixed by legendary knob-twiddler Dave Eringa, the band’s new single ‘Emperor’s Ride’ is set for release on 22nd April 2013.

“To The Bones move with the force and efficiency of a machine. They make one hell of a racket, but it’s nearly always melodic, the songs brutally concise.” – The Guardian

Links: Website | Facebook | Twitter

TO THE BONES PLAY HARE & HOUNDS BIRMINGHAM ON THURS 2ND MAY 2013, WITH SUPPORT FROM VICTOR. TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE.

Check out the video for new track ‘Emperor’s Ride’ below:

http://youtu.be/bTfZ3dI3aPQ

After the HUGE success of Cyril Hahn last month at our sister venue The Bull’s Head, Leftfoot favourites Le Lieu return to the Hare & Hounds with an equally as strong line up.

Headlining the night and continuing Le Lieu’s reputation for brining new acts to city will be Maribou State. In 2013 the pair have already gained nods of appreciation from the likes of Annie Mac and Diplo as well as finding themselves supporting Julio Bashmore and T Williams.
Supporting Maribou State will be Le Lieu residents Andrew Hill (Abandon Silence), Bangatand and Honest Source.

If you’ve not been to a Le Lieu party before then check out the video below from Cyril Hahn last month to get an idea of what to expect…

http://youtu.be/IdQaA95v0Fg

It all kicks of at 10:00 pm tonight with the promise of a few surprises for all attendees so make sure you get down early. There are still some advance tickets available right here at the bargain price of £5 then its £7 on the door.

It comes as no surprise to find that Epic45 grew up (and still reside) in a small rural village in the heartland of the English Midlands. Based around the nucleus of two old school friends, the band have released a series of highly acclaimed EPs & albums for labels such as Bearos, Awkward Silence & Where Are My Records. The band has also received radio airplay from the late John Peel,Steve Lamacq, Stuart Maconie and Verity Sharp. Inspired by their surroundings, blissful childhood summers and mysterious/inspiring walks, the duo have been making music for more than a decade.

2007′s ‘May Your Heart Be The Map’ cemented the band’s reputation as purveyors of gorgeous, hazy, atmospheric pop and was described by Word Magazine as “the best English summer album ever” as well as being included in their ‘Albums Of The Decade’. It displayed epic45′s masterful blending of acoustic and electronic instruments, their subtle use of field recordings to evoke different moods and memories, and glorious, understated vocal harmonies.

2011 saw the release of the beautiful ‘Weathering’, which journalist/comedian Stewart Lee made The Sunday Times album of the week upon its release, and was  accompanied by  a remix album entitled ‘Weathered’. A new album is expected in 2013.

If you’re looking for musical references, you might be able to hear the ghosts of Sarah Records, Disco Inferno, Slowdive and New Order in epic45′s ever evolving sound.

EPIC45 PLAY HARE & HOUNDS BIRMINGHAM ON MON 15TH APRIL 2013, WITH SUPPORT FROM CONSTANT WAVES & SILHOUETTES. TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE.

Watch the video for ‘Summer’s First Breath’ below:

http://youtu.be/uJHw94x-R44

We are very excited to announced that Kieran Leonard and Shanade are confirmed to support Josephine at Hare & Hounds Birmingham on Tues 16th April 2013.

Since an epiphany at the age of 13, Kieran Leonard has been driving; guns blazing, eyes open, pen poised to this point. With his debut album Out Of Work Astronaut receiving critical acclaim and gathering an intense following, now is the moment that will undeniably propel this impassioned and politically galvanized talent onto the global stage.This ability to meld the poetic with the political in a patchwork of broad ideas is exemplified in single ‘Jerusalem’.  The track was released in the start of 2011 and legendary film director Ridley Scott then picked it up as a sound track to his unique documentary Life in a Day exposing the song to a growing global audience.

Over the last year this kind of smart thinking has put him on the same stage as Bob Dylan, Billy Bragg, Mick Jones, Graham Coxon, Baba Maal, Fionn Regan, Lee Mavers & Keane. More highlights included performances at Glastonbury, Reading & Leeds Festivals, and being invited to support The Libertines at their reunion concerts in London.
Since appearing on the acclaimed Rhythms Del Mundo albums alongside the likes of Amy Winehouse, Cat Power and Bruno Mars, Shanade’s career has been on a rapid ascent. With her unmistakable vocal and unstoppable energy, Shanade’s live performance has won her tours with the award winning Joe Driscoll and Sekou Kouyate and seen her play some of the countries top venues including Earls Court, The Tabernacle and Warwick Arts Centre. With critically acclaimed tracks ‘Cry Wolf’ and ‘Loved First’ getting praise throughout the industry, Shanade is one of the UK’s current hottest properties.

“Shanade’s music has deep resonance, giving you the impression that you have heard it somewhere before, a sure sign of a world-class songwriter and artist.”

KIERAN LEONARD AND SHANADE SUPPORT JOSEPHINE AT HARE & HOUNDS BIRMINGHAM ON TUES 16TH APRIL 2013. TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE.

Watch the video for Kieran Leonard’s ‘Jerusalem’ below:
http://youtu.be/UsoRMpe_LuA

Tomorrow night, Thursday 4th April, sees David Ford play the Hare and Hounds.

For this special show David will be doing things slightly differently with Jarrod Dickenson & Emily Grove  joining  Ford on stage with all three backing each other during each other’s sets. Imagine Fleetwood Mac playing songs by The Band and you’re half way there. To get more of an idea of how it’ll work check out the video below

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sdex9iw_aJM&feature=share&list=PL8RuZVyAgz4S7CK4DwuLwTBDWOlCrWWU2

The show is very close to selling out so if you haven’t already purchased tickets you can find the last few right here. Doors are at 7:30 pm with the acts coming on not long after!