Christopher Alan Helme is an English singer-songwriter, formerly the frontman of John Squire's post-Stone Roses band The Seahorses.

Nick Harper is one the UK's best kept musical secrets. Those who have witnessed the spellbinding, one-man show will tell you this. A childhood growing up surrounded by the musical prowess of some of the 60's most revered songwriters & musicians, not to mention being son of Roy Harper, along with 20 years of crafting songs & touring the land has spawned a truly one-off, original guitarist & songwriter who stands alone as a UK great, to be cherished & revered. For over two decades, he has been dazzling audiences, reviewers & fellow artists alike with his heady mix of virtuosity, boyish charm, showmanship & sheer bravado. An imagination bursting with ideas has seen Nick release 11 solo albums to critical acclaim, earning a Number 1 spot in the charts with the seminal hit 'Blue Sky Thinking'.

Chris Wood is an uncompromising writer whose music reveals his love for the unofficial history of the English speaking people. With gentle intelligence he weaves the tradition with his own contemporary parables. A self-taught musician, composer and song writer, Chris is a lifelong autodidact whose independent streak shines through everything he does. Always direct and unafraid to speak his mind, his song writing has been praised for its surgical clarity. He cites his major influence as Anon. On stage Chris has the air of a craftsman who no longer needs to be precious about his art. Without any apparent effort he reaches deep into an enviable repertoire of songs before revealing another gem.

Tom Waits for No Man is a set of sensitive and compelling reimagining's of the music of Tom Waits. Vocalist and composer Lindsay Hannon (A voice soulful, brooding & unselfconscious in its longing - Jazz Journal) has chosen and re-arranged a selection of songs from the legendary Tom Waits decades spanning back catalogue. From the tender nostalgia of 'Martha', the gospel infused 'Picture in a frame' and the variously, dark, comedic and lewd content of such numbers as 'Pasties and a G-string, 'Christmas card from a hooker in Minneapolis; this may be an opportunity to reacquaint yourself with this stellar artist, or perhaps discover for the first time, a few of the reasons that maintain his reputation as songwriter of international acclaim. Lindsay Hannon Vocals Alan Law Piano Paul Grainger Double bass

The launderette is a mixed seated and standing venue. If you have additional needs please email me [email protected] Good free parking. Doors 7pm. Music from around 7.45. Usually finished around 10.30 but thats a guesstimate. About BOB For more than 40 years BOB FOX has been regarded as one of the iconic voices of British folk song. HIs career began during the vibrant folk revival of the 60s and 70s and he has become one of the most highly rated and best loved singer/guitarists both in the UK and beyond. Masterful interpretation of traditional and contemporary song combined with an outstanding guitar technique has earned him countless nominations in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards over the years. Bob played the role of Songman for over 4 years in The National Theatre's West End production of WarHorse and in two subsequent touring versions. He can also be heard singing extensively with John Tams and Barry Coope on the new Radio Ballads commissioned by the BBC, has completed several sell out UK tours as one of the Pitmen Poets and most recently has joined HOME SERVICE as lead singer. Dont miss the chance to see and hear one of our finest exponents of story telling through song, expect to hear of love, joy, work and humour all accompanied by a wonderful guitar style that can both drive or embellish his supreme singing.

This magnetic bond still holds after more than 50 years of attempted escapes. Still loved for their total in-yer-face originality, the contrast between the deadpan humour of Barrett and mad onstage antics of Otway are hilarious to watch. John's lyrical genius and Willy's outstanding musicianship (he seems to play almost every stringed instrument known to man, plus a few hybrids of his own making!). Willy's interest in making instruments began when he commandeered two guitars made by his dad in 1965. One from an old guitar neck and a scaffold plank which became affectionately known as the Les Dawson, and the other branded the Mk1 Schitstik electric slide of similar pedigree. These instruments were used on many of the early tracks, including Really Free and Racing Cars. Willy's remark this will be the last time that many of you will see us together again was often hastily misinterpreted as the final throw of the dice, but the reason given: it's not us packing up, it's you lot dying off, you know who you are! is often overlooked by eager scribes. And so the rumours abound. Last year, John celebrated his 5,000th gig to a packed house at London's Shepherd's Bush Empire. And if that's not enough, we are now talking about DOCTOR JOHN an Honorary PhD in Music by Oxford Brookes University. Im really thrilled to be awarded this totally unexpected honour, especially as I failed all my A levels as I decided to concentrate on preparing for my burgeoning career as a rock star. To get this from Oxford Brookes 50 years later shows I did the right thing. For any Otway/Barrett virgins out there who dont know what to expect, be prepared for everything from bare-chested theremin playing to wah wah wheelie bin as the duo jump from one hit and 40 near misses to another: An amazing and irreverent performance by two master entertainers

Blair Dunlop begins the campaign for his 5th studio album announcing 25 UK tour dates in April and May 2024. Let's Get Out of the Rain will be Blair's first Studio album since 2018 (Notes from and Island). Where Notes was an introspective analysis of Brexit Britain, the new collection is a celebration of spring, newness and freedom. Songs of metamorphosis and wide screen road trips prevail. Blair has been hailed as one of the UK's most accomplished songwriters since he burst into the folk scene with his debut Blight & Blossom (2012). BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards followed along with critical acclaim. In 2016 Blair released on his own label (Gilded Wings) and received wider acclaim and BBC Radio 2 playlisting for singled The Egoist and 356. Appearances at Glastonbury and the major Folk Festivals followed, along with breakthrough tours of Australia; and Blair is now firmly established as a household name amongst respected British songwriters. On the new collection of songs and the album Blair says: It's been 5 years since my last record, comfortably my longest gap between releases, so it feels really good to be able to put this out in the world. Jim Moray is producing, and that's very exciting as he's someone I've admired for many years. He was one of the reasons I first got into traditional music in my teens. Since then, my personal style has evolved, but there are aspects of traditional storytelling that seep into my original works. I would say that Midday Mass is a reflection of that. It's a song about a café back in my hometown of Chesterfield, but I guess that it's a vehicle for a social commentary as much as anything else. Overall, I would say the sound of the record is more positive than my previous work. That's due, in part, to the world opening up post-pandemic, and is ultimately born from a will to connect with people and get out into the world again. The industry hasnt fully recovered yet, but it is a blessing to be able to tour in any capacity again. Freedom is a theme that runs throughout (unintentionally), and I reckon that's reflected musically as well as lyrically. I've reached a point in my career where I just want to make the music I want to make, and give less consideration to where it may sit in terms of stylings and genre. That's an empowering place to be and it opens up a world of sonic possibilities.

Withered Hand is the nom de plume of Edinburgh-based singer-songwriter Dan Willson, who started writing songs almost ten years ago during a period of reflection following the birth of his first child and the death of a close friend. With a wayward tenor and unaffected charm onstage he has come to be celebrated in his adopted country and further afield as a songwriter and lyricist of rare wit and remarkable honesty. Alongside activity with his band, Dan is also a well-travelled solo musician with a cult following. 2014 saw the release of his strident second album New Gods, which propelled Withered Hand into the charts, featuring appearances by friends, luminaries and supporters from the Scottish music scene, from Belle & Sebastian to Frightened Rabbit to The Vaselines and beyond.

Following an incredibly successful year of sold out big band shows at Kings Place in London, Edinburgh's Queen's Hall, Glasgow's Pavilion and the Sunday headliner at the iconic Cambridge Folk Festival, Blue Rose Code is taking his new songs on the road to workshop a new album in front of an audience before heading into the studio. New songs, borrowed songs, songs from the BRC canon, you'll get to hear the stories away from the edifice of a big band and be part of bringing the new album to life.

Expect new music, banter and Brtipop belters from the phenomenal frontman of The Bluetones.

Launderette Info Doors 7 Music from 7.45 Well stocked bottle bar all finished by 11 or earlier Launderette is a mixed seating and standing venue. Please arrive early to secure a seat. Wheelchair access/facilities. Please advise of attendance for support and advice to [email protected] Free parking locally About Sam there are vast emotional reserves at work reminiscent of the great Tim Buckley - The Independent "Nothing really prepares you for Sam Brookes ... he is a national treasure" - Folk Radio he excels at propulsive, narratively rich folk, delivered in a soaring, clear-as-a-bell singing voice - The Sunday Times Following the release of the album Black Feathers the title track has recently been used in Sky's biggest original Series The Day on the Jackal starring Eddie Redmayne. Music Supervised by Emmy Nominated Catherine Greeves (Baby Reindeer, Killing Eve) Black Feathers released in 2020 was produced by grammy nominated producer Dom Monks (Big Thief, Laura Marling, Nick Cave) Brookes was accompanied by a wealth of talented musicians which included Ethan Johns, Neil Cowley, Nick Pini, Daisy Palmer, Sam Sweeney & Rob Pemberton Sam Brookes is reminiscent of Tim Buckley as he glides between the lower and upper registers of his four-octave range. His pure voice, evocative lyrics and soaring melodies have cemented him as a respected figure in the alt-folk scene as an artist & collaborator. Inspired by the British and American folk revivalists of the 60's, a sixteen-year-old Brookes began to write and perform while training as a gilder in his late father's workshop. Brookes had begun to receive serious critical recognition when he self-released album, Kairos, being acclaimed by The Independent as one of the stand-out records of 2014 and tipped for the mercury nomination. The past couple of years has seen Brookes collaborate with artist & producer Pete Josef releasing music as Supalung. Brookes is currently recording a new solo material with a releases set for early 2025.

Launderette Info Doors 7 Music from 7.45 Well stocked bottle bar all finished by 11 or earlier Launderette is a mixed seating and standing venue. Please arrive early to secure a seat. THIS GIG IS A STANDING GIG, there will be a few stools around the side of the venue. First come first served. Wheelchair access/facilities. Please advise of attendance for support and advice to [email protected] Free parking locally Funke and the Two Tone Baby - Rig 8 Tour Funke and the Two Tone Baby hits the road this October and November for the Rig 8 Tour. 10 shows across England showcasing his latest musical explorations, before hitting the studio to record album No. 5. Over the last decade, Funke's sound has grown and evolved alongside the musical machine he uses to create it. Unveiling the 8th iteration of his gigging rig promises yet another levelling up. The beats have got wider, the sound has got larger, and the processes are more refined. Leaning heavier into electronica with a Dance and Funk vibe, Rig 8 adds sequencing, electric guitar, cut-up vocal hooks, punchy bass-lines, warm synths and crispy glitches. All tied together with Funke's endless reserves of energy. The tour starts in Funke's new hometown of Durham and takes in the world music event of MusicPort Festival, Whitby and York's punk all-dayer One For the Road, as well as some of Funke's favourite independent venues. The progression between records has always been vast, and Album No. 5 will continue this growth. This tour is a chance to catch the formative experiments and first airings of tracks from the new LP. Not to be missed. www.funkeandthetwotonebaby.co.uk

Frankie Archer aims to shake up genres and traditions, challenge perspectives and call for a fairer future.

In support of his upcoming single, My Kinda Girl, Scott Lavene has announced an 11 date UK tour throughout September. My Kinda Girl is the third in a series of singles put out this year that will pave the way for his forthcoming debut album in 2019. Born in Essex, Scott Lavene was raised on power ballads, punk and swearing. In bands since his teens, Scott travelled about, scratching out a living with deadbeat jobs trying to find something to cling to. After couple of years in France and a brief stint in New York, including a playing at the infamous CBGB's Scott returned to London and came close to a major label deal with his sordid songs. Instead Scott disappeared on a rusty old boat, a floating shed, for five years. Hiding from the world. Broke and bemused. Solitude and lonely debauchery. After five years of this Scott went kaput, so spent some time in a house for the bewildered where he emerged full of life and songs. A self released album in a band called Big Top Heartbreak led to being signed to Funnel Music as a solo artist. The first single, 'It's All Gonna Blow' has been played by Steve Lamacq on his BBC 6Music show and Scott had a residency at the Brighton Fringe as well as a sell out show at Crofters Rights in Bristol for the 7inch vinyl release show.

Award-winning singer-songwriter Heidi Talbot returns featuring her most raw and open-hearted work to date. Fans will get a chance to hear the latest tracks alongside some of the old favourites.

Launderette Info Doors 7 Music from 7.45 Well stocked bottle bar all finished by 11 or earlier Launderette is a mixed seating and standing venue. Please arrive early to secure a seat. Wheelchair access/facilities. Please advise of attendance for support and advice to [email protected] Free parking locally Gary Stewart Biography Gary Stewart is a singer/songwriter from Perthshire, who cut his teeth performing on the Leeds music scene for 15 years, before moving to York where he currently resides. Stewart writes songs in the Folk/Pop vein and is influenced by the Folk Artists of the '60's and '70's. The Scottish Songsmith has released four Albums to date, his latest, 'Lost, Now Found',self-recorded, produced and released in June 2021. The debut single, 'Leopard' received steady A-List radio play on YO1 Radio, BBC Radio Scotland and Amazing Radio and last year another song from the Album, 'Tu Eres Mi Media Naranja', was played on Mark Radcliffe's Folk Show. The second single, 'Hot To Trot', features backing vocals from Rosie Doonan (Birdy/Peter Gabriel). When not performing his own music, the multi-instrumentalist busies himself fronting his own reworking of Paul Simon's Classic Album, 'Graceland', with a seven-piece band who have played many a Theatre and Festival, including Shrewsbury, Towersey, Costa Del Folk, Moonbeams and Underneath The Stars to name but a few. Gary cites Simon as his chief musical influence and grew up learning and performing the extensive canon of songs from this legendary New York singer/songwriter. Tonight expect to hear classic tunes like 'The Boxer', 'Mrs, Robinson', Me & Julio down By The Schoolyard', 'Kodachrome', 'Graceland', 'The Obvious Child' alongside lesser-known 'deep cuts', such as 'Song For The Asking', 'Duncan' and more. 'That's Pop with Pizzaz' - For Folks Sake 'Reminiscent of a 1960's bedsit-era Paul Simon' - Northern Sky 'Definitely onto a winner' - This Is Fake D.I.Y www.garystewartmusic.co.uk

Launderette Info Doors 7 Music from 7.45 Well stocked bottle bar all finished by 11 or earlier Launderette is a mixed seating and standing venue. Please arrive early to secure a seat. Wheelchair access/facilities. Please advise of attendance for support and advice to [email protected] Free parking locally The Lake Poets After a three-year hiatus, The Lake Poets, aka Marty Longstaff makes a welcome return to one of Durham's most unique and beloved venues: the Old Cinema Launderette. Known for its intimate atmosphere and unique charm, this former Cinema turned working launderette has always been Marty's favourite place to play in the city, and he's buzzing with excitement to be back and share new material as well as old favourites. Get ready for an unforgettable evening as Marty brings his poignant, evocative sound back to Durham.

Launderette Info Doors 7 Music from 7.45 Well stocked bottle bar all finished by 11 or earlier Launderette is a mixed seating and standing venue. Please arrive early to secure a seat. Wheelchair access/facilities. Please advise of attendance for support and advice to [email protected] Free parking locally Giles Strong Quartet - West Coast jazz for the 21st century West Coast cool school jazz filtered through the leader's distinctive compositions and arrangements to create something that is genuinely individual jazz Jazz Alert Acoustic Chamber jazz played to perfection by four of the area's finest Bebop Spoken Here

It is our honour and privilege to bring you Alanis: Jagged Little Pill Live. A tribute celebrating the music of Alanis Morissette. Honouring the legendary album "Jagged Little Pill" and 1995-1996 break-through tour, which featured bassist Chris Chaney, of Jane's Addiction and Foo Fighter's Taylor Hawkins on drums. Performing Alanis' iconic album, in full, with all the energy, angst and intensity of that original line-up. It's empowering, it's grunge, it's raw. It's Jagged Little Pill live. Doors 7, Music from 7.45, Well stocked bottle bar, all finished by 11 or earlier. Launderette is a mixed seating and standing venue. Please arrive early to secure a seat. Wheelchair access/facilities.

Mix of seating and standing. Disability access and facilities. doors 7pm. Music from 7.45pm. NE Street Band Well, as another year is over halfway through it's about time to announce another amazing NE Street Band Christmas show. We are delighted to confirm that they are once again returning to your favourite laundrette with their festive musical treat. On Friday 5th December, the band will be playing their audience engaging stripped down set of Mr Springsteen's finest songs all reworked & performed acoustically. Regular followers of the band will know that the band performs a wide variety of songs including solo tracks, fun covers, Broadway & Seeger Sessions stuff as well as reworked classics & with regular set changes & of course a few festive favourites This year they have asked along a wonderful fiddle player to join the party & he will be joining them for the show Another wonderful event to look forward to .. Check out a recent live in session video just here of the band https://youtu.be/ukkdzudSdck'si=eLWLZqmcGLAWlZax

Launderette Info Doors 7 Music from 7.45 Well stocked bottle bar all finished by 11 or earlier Launderette is a mixed seating and standing venue. Please arrive early to secure a seat. Wheelchair access/facilities. Please advise of attendance for support and advice to [email protected] Free parking locally Toria Woof Finding splendour in shadows, Toria Wooff (Tor-ee-a Woo-f) sings tales of the beautifully strange. Her beguiling self-titled debut album featuring ghostly folk ballad The Waltz of Winter Hey and pained Americana Lefty's Motel Room has already captured the attention of the likes of Uncut, Clash, Shindig, BBC Radio 6 and Radio X and as the record takes listeners deeper into her bittersweet world, it's only a matter of time before countless others will fall under her spell. Containing tales of love, loss, hope, relationships and womanhood, the album is both an exorcism of torment and an invitation to feeling only what is good. Tugging at the cloaks of contemporary folk souls Jake Xerxes Fussell or Richard Dawson, it offers a contemporary twist on the Anglo folk tradition through a bloody cocktail of classic rock origins and transcends time as it nods to the lyrical narratives of Led Zeppelin, Fairport Convention and Townes Van Zandt - all the while infused with inspiration from her collection of gothic literature and historical texts. The self-reflection in the title demonstrates a life lived, Toria tells. The songs are chapters to dip in and out of, moments immortalised in time, bound together by nothing more than the human experience. Recorded with partner in rhyme and intuition, producer, mix engineer and guitarist James Wyatt in his Sloe Flower studio, the album honours songwriting's roots with an authenticity captured by its delicate restraint. Only allowing pedal steel and wurlitzer to fill out the intimate space at just the right moment, opener The Plough introduces Toria's affecting tone and guitar with intoxicating simplicity before a sonic expansion which explores the physical and metaphysical truth of womanhood. Grief comes to the fore in Song For A which assuredly acknowledges helplessness in the face of an inevitably bad situation and is then healed by the love and commitment which eeks through the cracks on reassuringly uplifting live favourites That's What Falling In Love Will Do and See Things Through. Toria's story-first approach closely reflects the emotions of moments in time, and theyre never written down, only manifest as a result of her inspired process. A painter, poet, songwriter and storyteller, music is just one facet of Toria Wooff's wildly creative imagination which metamorphoses in many forms. Steeped in gothic romanticism, pagan and Germanic tradition, Toria's unique view of the world is enchanting through an alchemy of sound and vision; a magical blend of her own spellbinding folk-rock concoction. It's mostly about making mundane things in life beautiful, Toria says. There's a pragmatic reason behind all I do, and I always take the most aesthetically pleasing approach. I combine everyday language with prettier, longer, and poetic words so the surface might have one meaning but there will be many others the deeper you go. The most beautiful words are desperate, pinning and punch at the gut.

Launderette Info Doors 7 Music from 7.45 Well stocked bottle bar all finished by 11 or earlier Launderette is a mixed seating and standing venue. Please arrive early to secure a seat. Wheelchair access/facilities. Please advise of attendance for support and advice to [email protected] Free parking locally Bio - Lizzy Hardingham is a highly respected English folk singer-songwriter, celebrated for her emotive vocals, instrumental versatility, and thoughtful thematic work'spanning tradition, identity, community, and mental health. With award winning records, international showcase appearances and countless festival appearances , "she gives audiences a chance for genuine connection and empathy through story and song". Think Joni Mitchell, Sandy Denny and KT Tunstall all wrapped into one.

Launderette Info Doors 7 Music from 7.45 Well stocked bottle bar all finished by 11 or earlier Launderette is a mixed seating and standing venue. Please arrive early to secure a seat. Wheelchair access/facilities. Please advise of attendance for support and advice to [email protected] Free parking locally Toria Woof Finding splendour in shadows, Toria Wooff (Tor-ee-a Woo-f) sings tales of the beautifully strange. Her beguiling self-titled debut album featuring ghostly folk ballad The Waltz of Winter Hey and pained Americana Lefty's Motel Room has already captured the attention of the likes of Uncut, Clash, Shindig, BBC Radio 6 and Radio X and as the record takes listeners deeper into her bittersweet world, it's only a matter of time before countless others will fall under her spell. Containing tales of love, loss, hope, relationships and womanhood, the album is both an exorcism of torment and an invitation to feeling only what is good. Tugging at the cloaks of contemporary folk souls Jake Xerxes Fussell or Richard Dawson, it offers a contemporary twist on the Anglo folk tradition through a bloody cocktail of classic rock origins and transcends time as it nods to the lyrical narratives of Led Zeppelin, Fairport Convention and Townes Van Zandt - all the while infused with inspiration from her collection of gothic literature and historical texts. The self-reflection in the title demonstrates a life lived, Toria tells. The songs are chapters to dip in and out of, moments immortalised in time, bound together by nothing more than the human experience. Recorded with partner in rhyme and intuition, producer, mix engineer and guitarist James Wyatt in his Sloe Flower studio, the album honours songwriting's roots with an authenticity captured by its delicate restraint. Only allowing pedal steel and wurlitzer to fill out the intimate space at just the right moment, opener The Plough introduces Toria's affecting tone and guitar with intoxicating simplicity before a sonic expansion which explores the physical and metaphysical truth of womanhood. Grief comes to the fore in Song For A which assuredly acknowledges helplessness in the face of an inevitably bad situation and is then healed by the love and commitment which eeks through the cracks on reassuringly uplifting live favourites That's What Falling In Love Will Do and See Things Through. Toria's story-first approach closely reflects the emotions of moments in time, and theyre never written down, only manifest as a result of her inspired process. A painter, poet, songwriter and storyteller, music is just one facet of Toria Wooff's wildly creative imagination which metamorphoses in many forms. Steeped in gothic romanticism, pagan and Germanic tradition, Toria's unique view of the world is enchanting through an alchemy of sound and vision; a magical blend of her own spellbinding folk-rock concoction. It's mostly about making mundane things in life beautiful, Toria says. There's a pragmatic reason behind all I do, and I always take the most aesthetically pleasing approach. I combine everyday language with prettier, longer, and poetic words so the surface might have one meaning but there will be many others the deeper you go. The most beautiful words are desperate, pinning and punch at the gut.