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

Experience a fascinating and immersive walking tour exploring the East India Company's historic beginnings in Tudor England. Trace the steps of English merchants who established the company in 1600 - uncovering its important role as a significant precursor to colonial rule. Visit the sites of iconic buildings and places that played a part in this journey. What Do I Need To Bring? The event involves a fair amount of walking, and it is advised you bring some snacks/drinks with you and wear comfortable shoes and clothing. The walking tour is suitable for adults, but all ages are welcome! Guidance This is an outdoor event, so please check the weather forecast and dress appropriately. Accessibility While the walking tour does involve navigating some stairs, we strive to make it accessible for all participants. If you have any special accessibility needs, please let us know in advance so we can make necessary arrangements. Meeting Point and End Point Start: The Golden Hinde & End: Lloyds Building Leadenhall Street We meet outside The Golden Hinde.

What to Expect No theme this month - just pure trivia madness! Put your general knowledge, teamwork, and quick thinking to the test in a one-of-a-kind setting. Whether you’re a history buff, a pop culture pro, or just in it for the drinks, there’s a question for everyone. Team Size: Max 6 people per team—bring your best crew! Bar Open: Serving Kernel beers, wine, and soft drinks to fuel your thinking. Time: 7:00 PM start (doors & bar open from 6:30 PM) Prizes 1st Place: Free tickets to an upcoming gig aboard The Golden Hinde 2nd Place: A round of drinks for your team 3rd Place: Free entry to a future Golden Hinde quiz night How to Join Secure your spot now! Entry Fee: £3 per team member (payable by cash or card on the night) Think you’ve got what it takes? Book now and prove your trivia prowess aboard The Golden Hinde! Price £3 per team member (cash or card on the night)

Malcolm Middleton is back, again, with his seven-hundredth studio album BANANAS, this time on the much beloved TRIASSIC TUSK RECORDS. The guitarist and songwriter is best known for his work with Aidan Moffat in Scottish rock legends ARAB STRAP, as well as for his string of DPR$$N-CORE smash hit singles “Fuck It, I Love You”, “We’re All Going To Die” and “Balled Of Fuck All”. On BANANAS Malcolm has teamed up with the acclaimed not-jazz trio JEANSY, JONES & SMILLIE (David Jeans DRUMS, Stevie Jones DOUBLE BASS and Graeme Smillie PIANO) to produce an album that is both scathing and nice. With new songs like “BUZZ LIGHTYEAR HELMET”, “LOVE IS A MOMENTARY LAPSE IN SELF-LOATHING” and “PISS OFF LIFE, JUST KILL ME NOW” (that last one is a joke), Malcolm continues to report back from the depths of the everyday whilst attempting to monetise HELL. Adding a dose of saccharine to the mix, the Samaratinesque choir of Kenny Anderson (KING CREOSOTE), Jenny Reeve (BDY_PRTS) and Dan Wilson (WITHERED HAND) courageously manage to pull Malcolm back from the brink of many a teetering jont just as he’s about to disappear up his own proverbial.

Tony Wright is the lead singer and songwriter of rock band Terrorvision, famed for smash hits including 'Tequila', 'Perseverance and Alice', and 'What’s the Matter?' In addition to reunion gigs with Terrorvision, Tony has released three albums with his other band, Laika Dog, and two solo albums.

With a career now spanning six decades, Robyn Hitchcock remains a truly one-of-a-kind artist –surrealist rock ’n’ roller, iconic troubadour, guitarist, poet, painter, performer. An unparalleled, deeply individualistic songwriter and stylist, Hitchcock has traversed myriad genres with humor, intelligence, and originality over more than thirty albums and seemingly infinite live performances. From The Soft Boys’ proto-psych-punk and The Egyptians’ Dadaist pop to solo masterpieces like 1984’s milestone I Often Dream of Trains and 1990’s Eye, Hitchcock has crafted a strikingly original oeuvre rife with sagacious observation, astringent wit, recurring marine life, mechanized rail services, cheese, Clint Eastwood, and innumerable finely drawn characters real and imagined. Blending folk and psychedelia with a wry British nihilism, Robyn describes his songs as ‘paintings you can listen to’. His most recent album The Man Upstairs is a bittersweet love letter to a vanishing world. Produced by legendary folk-rock svengali Joe Boyd (Pink Floyd, Nick Drake) the album was critically acclaimed by MOJO, Uncut and The Quietus. This TalkingGigs event gives you a chance not only to hear Robyn perform and tell tales in his unique style but also to hear him talk about his music and career and even ask him the question that has always intrigued you.

American folk/roots pop singer-songwriter Josh Rouse.