Kirsty Almeida (decca)

FREE ENTRY ---> Special Joint Headline show!

KIRSTY ALMEIDA (Decca)

plus

LAURA J. MARTIN ('The Hangman Tree' Single Launch)

plus support from SUPER JOHNNY K AND THE BANG BANGS and FUZZY JONES.

Doors 7:30pmFREE ENTRY

Kirsty Almeida --->according to the Guardian Kirsty hits all the spots... "From mystical folkie to jazzy chanteuse and soul belter, this newbie sounds like several singers in one cute package".

Infact she was the Guardian's new band/artist of the day last month - http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2010/apr/26/new-band-kirsty-almeida

If you think Paloma Faith, Imelda May, in a similar bracket but... on Decca Records (just a little bit of oooomph from them) and a new record produced by YOUTH, of U2, Primal Scream, The Verve, Beth Orton and McCartney, etc. fame, then her debut album, Pure Blue Green (released on 30th August 2010) looks set to be all over the place and one you'll definitely hear in a few months.

Live.... she's had rave reviews, because she's an artist who has to be seen live to be appreciated, and upon this reputation its grabbed her just a few pretty amazing festival slots including: Glastonbury, Lovebox, Godiva, Secret Garden, Kendal, Feelgood, Big Chill and Summer Sundae festivals... plus a few more also tba.

BBC Radio 2 can't get enough, others are clambering over her and we're suggesting you should definitely come down and catch her.... before next time you're paying a hefty advance ticket charge with a lot mpre press hype.Theres some great videos / songs on her sites below....

Links:Website - http://kirstyalmeida.co.uk/Myspace - http://www.myspace.com/almeidagirlRecord of the Day - http://www.recordoftheday.com/www/tracks/tracks.php?clipID=1926

Laura J. Martin --->Laura J Martin released her new single The Hangman Tree through Squirrel Milk Records on May 24th and is following it up with a special appearance 'single launch show' at the Brudenell tonight.

The single is available to download now and limited edition hand numbered coloured 7" vinyl will be avaiilable also.

The Hangman Tree perfectly showcases the musical tour de force that is Laura J Martin, whose spell-binding vocals gently harmonise to the sound of mandolins and harmonica before launching into a delightful and uplifting jamboree of xylophone, beats, handclaps, kazoos and flute.As with all of Laura's tracks, 'The Hangman Tree' was self-produced by her own fair hands, with the majority of instruments played by her also.

Her voice is typically soft and willowy and reminiscent of classic UK folk voices such as Jackie McShee (Pentangle), Judy Dibble (Fairport Convention) and Vashti Bunyan.The B-side is a cover of Chaka Demus & Pliers reggae classic 'Tease Me' - a live favourite and a real treat for fans who look forward to Laura's sensuous yet playful version at her gigs.

Laura's entrancing live performances have already earned her a legion of devoted followers; amongst them ROBDA BANK who immediately booked her for this years BESTIVAL and CAMP BESTIVAL, as well as a session performing on his hugely influential RADIO 1 Show.

Furthermore appearances lined up at festivals such as THE BIG CHILL, GREEN MAN and SOUNDWAVE CROATIA and support slots on LITTLE DRAGON's and ALICE RUSSELL's recent UK tours have had crowds at a standstill, marvelling at how such an amount of beautiful sound could be coming from one lady!

Whatever Laura turns her hand to, she gets a rush of critical praise; her debut single DokiDoki was championed by Tom Robinson (BBC Radio 6) and both Vodaphone and Tang (one of Brazil's most popular drinks) licensed it to promote their products. More recently, acclaimed Twisted Nerve label (Andy Votel/Finders Keepers) have asked her to appear on their forthcoming Bearded Ladies compilation.Musicians as talented and versatile as Laura J Martin don't come around that often, and 2010 looks set to be the year when Laura takes center stage.

With an album in the pipeline, along with collaborations with BUCK 65 and HOT CLUB DE PARIS, we're sure you're gonna be hearing a lot more about this amazing artist soon.

Listen to 'The Hangman Tree' here:http://soundcloud.com/squirrelmilk

Find Laura on MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/lalajmartin

Watch 'The Hangman Tree' video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKIxoslhRxw&feature=playerembedded

WHAT THEY SAY:

Laura J Martin is one of the freshest dudes out there....musically gifted, addictive and sodding brave. Please make sure you buy her records and most importantly see her live!...ROB DA BANK

Hangman Tree is a charming alt. slow-jam for a weird and lazy summers day. Kind of like Architecture in Helsinki injected with good old-fashioned English eccentricity.Paul Rafferty, Hot Club De Paris

From a strange planet far far away Laura J Martin travelled with her magical voice and flute - luckily for our Earth ears she chose to make our planet her home, sharing her fantastic cosmic sounds with us all.Simon Sound

ALSO on supports... the awesome surf rock psych ensemble SUPER JOHNNY K AND THE BANG BANGS

plus the wonderful

FUZZY JONES with NEIL INNES. ( http://www.myspace.com/missfuzzyjones ).