2009 Live Music Lineup
At The Firegathering Festival you can expect a cherry-picked selection of fantastic bands performing over two stages for the weekend. We carefully select an eclectic mix of musical talent predominantly from the South East of England to form a very special lineup. Check out the list below to see what's coming up this year.
RED SNAPPER
After a seven year hiatus one of the UK’s top live/electronic acts are back on stage. Known for their musical intensity and innovation, Red Snapper pioneered the fusion of acoustic traditional jazz instrumentation with contemporary electronic sounds.
Here is a group of gifted musicians that really know how to play live. Their new album 'Pale Blue Dot' proves to be another extremely successful excursion in the Snapper sound and we're honoured to have the guys perform at this year’s Firegathering Festival. Bring it on!
http://www.myspace.com/redsnapperofficial/ http://www.last.fm/music/Red+Snapper/
Soothsayers
Soothersayers are an incredibly talented afro beat and dub collective based in London. The band fuse varied styles effortlessly to create a sound that is both rich and uplifting. To witness Soothsayers live is truly a memorable experience with elements reminiscent of the greats of their genres such as King Tubby and Fela Kuti. Coventry Jazz festival writes...
"Soothsayers is one of the most dynamic live acts around with their trademark killer horn lines, thumping grooves, and uplifting vocal melodies. Soothsayers are able to unify influences from varied genres with a common purpose to create something unique and satisfying."
http://www.myspace.com/soothsayers http://www.soothsayers.net/
Saravah Soul
Exploding out of the rich cultural mix in the melting-pot of London’s underground music scene comes the half-Brazilian, half-British, Afro-Brazilian Funk sound of Saravah Soul. Fronted by fiery break dancer Otto Nascarella, the intensity of their live shows has earned them a reputation for wild performances and a rapidly expanding fan base.
http://www.myspace.com/saravahsoul http://www.tru-thoughts.co.uk/artists/saravah-soul
Baby Charles
Fronted by soul sensation Dionne Charles; the guitar, bass, keys, drums, congas, flute, sax and trombone lay down the deeply funky tunes. Inspired by the late-sixties sounds from the likes of The J.B.s and The Meters, Baby Charles know how to deliver the soulful goods.
http://www.myspace.com/babycharlesband http://www.babycharles.co.uk/
12 Stone Toddler
The giant baby that is 12 Stone Toddler are back with a new album’s worth of tracks to get the place moving with their unique blend of psychedelic lounge rock.
http://www.myspace.com/12stonetoddler http://www.12stonetoddler.com
No.1 Station
"The UK's premiere Ska Band" Mark Lamarr, BBC Radio 2, 24/07/06
'An eight piece band consisting of a driving rhythm section, blistering horns, and melodic blues vocals, No.1 Station get the crowds on their feet, rocking to the beat wherever they perform.'
http://www.myspace.com/no1station http://www.no1station.com/
Shona Foster
With a voice that is simply stunning Shona's perfomances are breath taking. You can't fail to be utterly captivated by a talent like this, she is amazing.
Turning Green
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We couldn’t believe it when they announced the end of Turning Green as we know it at that legendary last gig at the Lansdowne in Lewes last year. But somehow we knew it wasn’t ever going to happen. We are delighted to announce one of the quickest reformations in musical history. They are back! If you have not yet witnessed the energy and musical catchiness of this band then make sure you see these guys rock the main stage on Friday!
http://www.myspace.com/turninggreen http://www.freewebs.com/turninggreen/index.htm