Gilad Atzmon & the Orient House Ensemble
with TLMC resident artists - JJW Jazz Quintet
Thursday 24.9.09, 8.00pm, Alhambra Studio in collaboration with Bradford Music Week
Tickets: £7 Full £5 Students & Concessions Box Office: 01274 432000
“Atzmon is an astonishing musician with a seemingly effortless ability to demolish and rebuild any old tune he chooses to play.” TIME OUT
“Atzmon sends his soprano sax and clarinet soaring over complex rhythms from all points of the globe with a poetry that never forfeits control.” Metro
Born in Israel in 1963 into a secular Jewish family, saxophonist, clarinettist and social activist, Gilad Atzmon is regarded as one of the most original musical (and political) thinkers of his generation. His Jazz Album ‘Exile’ was voted Best Jazz Album of the year by Time Out Magazine.
Over recent years, Atzmon's music has shifted towards a cultural hybrid. As a bandleader and reed player he has been amazing his listeners with his powerful personal style, combining great bebop artistry and Middle-Eastern roots in a sophisticated, sometimes ironical manner. Gilad's live performances are simply breathtaking and overwhelming, you will be blown away.
WORKSHOP
‘Discourse of Resistance’ - Gilad Atzmon: Jazz Improvisation Workshop
(with a discussion about the life and politics of artists and their art
Thursday 24.9.09, 11.00-1.00pm, Tasmin Little Music Centre
FREE
‘’ Atzmon’s music challenges the premise upon which the current Arab-Israeli peace process is based’’ says Karen Abi-Ezzi, Peace Studies Lecturer.
A fierce defender of his beliefs and his music, saxophonist and clarinettist Gilad Atzmon blows his sax and his views with blunt honesty. A wind instrument, needs resistance for the breath to create sound, equally, good debate requires resistance to make it rigorous, interesting and fruitful.
Milun
Bradford Cathedral - 8pm - Wednesday 23rd September
Tickets £8 £4 concessions £25 family ticket -
Box Office 01241 432000
Photo by:Richard Hanson
We invite you to a meeting of two cultures (Milun = ‘meeting’)…bringing together Indian and Irish musical traditions in a joyous, energetic and colourful statement of unity. Exploring the classical and folk traditions of India and Ireland respectively, Milun celebrate the common themes and unique aspects of both genres to create a new music expression that’s reflective of today’s diverse British society. Come along to the majestic surroundings of Bradford Cathedral to spend an exciting evening with Chris O’Malley (Accordion and Guitar), Surmeet Singh (Sitar), Sam Proctor (Fiddle and Bodhrán), and Upneet Singh (Tabla).
A NIGHT OF THE VERY BEST ELECTRONIC DANCE MUSIC
25th September
Love Apple Cafe
34 Great Horton Road, BD7 1AL, (01274) 744075
Presented by Rusty Hat
After many years of putting bands on, we @ The Hat have decided to step into the world of Electronic Dance Music with a smashing show of DJ talent from Bradford and the UK. The night is part of numerous events taking place in and around Bradford for Bradford Music Week 2009.
We have an extra special line up for you, the wonderful people of Bradford
:KIM FAI::One of the UKs finest DJs around.. Smashing onto the DJ scene in Birmingham about a year ago, Kim has become sensation all over the place. His music features in DJ sets from the legends Mark Knight and FunkAgenda, not to mention a recent tour with the one and only DEADMAU5..
Catch Kim Fai People on the radio and people that know what they are on about say:
MARK KNIGHT: “Kim Fai is set to be a star of the future, his tracks feature in all of my sets. A true ‘Leader of the New School’!”
FUNKAGENDA: “Every track on here has been in my set at some point… I don’t know many artists I can say that about. Amazing stuff.”
http://www.myspace.com/kimfai
Also on the decks
::Santy::
Bradford's best up and coming DJ.. Mixing the best electro, with some classic tunes.. Santy's going places.
http://www.myspace.com/santythekipper
::Joy-Pad::
The D'n'b, Dup-Step mafia of Bradford are coming down to The Love Apple to melt your face with some great beats.
http://www.myspace.com/joydotpad
::Bonn Lewis::
He'll remix your face off will this lad. Playing the finest electro house mixed with classic such as the beastie boys and muse, just to name a few.. Also look out for some of his own music in there.
http://www.myspace.com/bonnlewis
::Bops::
DJs from The Mill for many years now.. They'll get you moving!!! Need we say more?
http://www.myspace.com/bopsmusic
::Freyed Knot::
Just to keep things Rusty Hat, we are having a band on.
Bradford Style Hip-Hop.. with a band, a very good band. I've just heard their new album 'More Fire' and its amazing.http://www.myspace.com/freyedknot
We will be opening the doors of The Love Apple at 10:00pm.
£5 on the door before 12:30am.
£6 there after.
£4 Guest list:
Send us a 'print screen' of you inviting your friends and we'll let you jump the queue AND get in for just £4 ALL NIGHT!!!!
#STUDENT DISCOUNT#
New students to Bradford? Been studying in Bradford for years? Either way, show us your STUDENT CARDS on the door and its £4 all night.
Also discount for parties of people planning on coming down to the night.
GET IN TOUCH FOR DETAILS
RustyHat@btconnect.com
or message:
Ali Thorpe or Thomas Shutt.
Harlem Gem with special guest Junior Lex
Checkpoint, 45 Westgate, BD1 2TU
Saturday 26th September 8pm onwards
“A Gem Success Story”
Hailing from Huddersfield, Harlem Gem are Richmond Quarshie (Richy Gem) and Lloyd Charles (Lloydie Gem). Richy is the gifted songwriter, arranger, musician and producer, whilst Lloydie provides the distinctive lead vocals. The two met whilst working on various projects, but didn't become a firm partnership until 1989. In 1990 after signing to Boss Records, they released a series of singles including the unforgettable “Missing You Missing Mec/w Heaven Is (Lying in Your Arms)to top the Independent charts and win Best Newcomers Award.
1994 heralded a new horizon as the single 'Let Me Love You' received critical acclaim and was play-listed on radio stations across the country including Radio 1. It was also featured on Jet Star’s premier reggae compilation series- Pure Lovers Vol. 8 alongside distinguished legends like Dennis Brown, Gregory Isaacs, Junior Delgado and Ruddy Thomas helping to establish Harlem Gem in Europe, Africa, the Far East and other parts of the world.
1994 not only saw more releases from Harlem Gem, but also an appearance on 'Teenbeat' - Africa's premier television music programme which has hosted amongst others,Stevie Wonder, Dionne Warwick, Sounds of Blackness, Shabba Ranks and Public Enemy. With a massive following built on powerful live shows including appearances with The Wailers, D-Influence, Alton Ellis, Mike Anthony, Don Campbell and many more, Harlem Gem sparked off a feeling of something special happening in reggae. In 1999, their eagerly awaited debut album- ‘HUNGRY’’ exploded on the scene, which sent out powerful messages about struggles and issues everyone related to and was acclaimed as one of the significant reggae albums of its time.
Before long Harlem Gem had added a tour of France and appearances at CLOTHESHOW (NEC), Hackney Empire, the Commonwealth Sports Awards and Bradford International Music Festival to their ever-impressive portfolio. Their booking for the Commonwealth Sports Awards in St Lucia confirmed their status as one of the UK's leading reggae bands. Appearing alongside Beres Hammond during the 2003 tour was another huge statement for the band’s accomplishments and UK reggae. Harlem Gem have now launched their ‘Gem Magic Inc.’ label and the first release is the Xtra Play 1 EP.
Junior Lex, formerly with One Love, is certainly not a stranger to this business as evidenced by reports of the trio’s performances on Luciano’s The Messenger Tour. Now under the banner of GEM MAGIC INC., Junior Lex with The Rain, Evershine and All About The Future shows that he too can sparkle his own brand of magic out of the abundance of talent endowed to the label.
The combination of Harlem Gem and Junior Lex on the powerfully moving Never You One is class affirming the versatility of the above named against conscious, thought-provoking and uplifting lyrics. With this infectious package for its debut, this is not only a positive statement for reggae but also one for the GEM MAGIC INC. stable confidently asserting that;
“The musical change is here...”
Factory Street Studios,unit 9 Factory Street, Bradford BD4 9NW
info@factorystreet.co.uk or call 01274 682125
BAND FACTORY OPEN EVENING:Mon 21st Sept 7 – 10pm
The Band Factory is the perfect way to get into or back into the fun of playing with other musicians. We'll provide the gear, rehearsal space, help and guidance - even the other musicians! You'll rehearse once a week for six weeks + strut your funky stuff at a live gig. Interested in Taking Part? For an application form please email
BLUES MASTER CLASS CHICAGO DELTA: Tue 22nd Sept 7-9pm
This is a music week special treat for those who missed the first one….For the last twenty years James O’Hara has been at the forefront of British Blues. During this time he has been lucky enough to meet and play with many British Blues legends.
CHICAGO DELTA : An exploration into how Mississippi Delta Blues was transformed and electrified on the South side of Chicago and in Detroit. Featuring style studies of John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters and Hubert Sumlin. Fee: £20, Places are limited, reserve your place on 01274 682125
BAND PHOTOGRAPHY INTRODUCTION: Wed 23rd Sept 7–9pm
A short how to guide to taking band photographs with professional Belgian photographer Erwan Durand. Erwan was the press photographer for “Reporters Press Agency”. For the past 5 years he has been enjoying photographing Leeds music scene. Fee: FREE, Places are limited, reserve your place on 01274 68212
PRESS PACK INTRODUCTION: Thursday 24th Sept 7pm – 9pm
A practical session in creating the perfect press pack that’s ensured to get you noticed. The master class is run by PR specialist Andrea Petch, who has run her own media company Funkmeister for years and has worked for Radio 1 and with Irvine Welsh. Fee: FREE, Places are limited, reserve your place on 01274 682125
STUDIO OPENING PARTY: Friday 25th Sept 4pm – late
The recording studio at Factory St. Studios has been developed to a high industry standard. We are extremely pleased to announce that it is now open. Come and see for yourself the very large live room in action, vocal booth, hear digital and analogue recordings. The studio has contemporary interior design, excellent engineers and a private terrace. We have created one of the finest studios in the north for you. 4pm – 7pm demonstrations in the recording studio. 7pm onwards live music, special guests and DJs. Licensed bar, all welcome.
Sponsored by 
Jam on Top
HOSTS
Demo Panel Evening with
Industry Professionals
Jam on Top is proud to hold a Demo panel evening on Monday 21st September 2009 as part of Bradford music week in conjunction with BMDC
The event will be held in Studio 1 at Jam on Top where we already have over 10
Bands ready for reactions to their Music.
Jam on Top is becoming the pace to be for Rehearsing, Recording, Drum Lessons, Guitar Lessons, School of Rock, Wannabe a pop star (Groups and Individuals) and of course ….Fantastic Tea , Coffee and Biccies on TAP!!
So... Who's going to be listening to their music?
Well, we have the Following:-
Rob Webb
Robb Webb is a freelance journalist based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.
He currently writes for NME and Drowned in Sound interviewing and reviewing the like of Arctic Monkeys, Foals and Nigel Godrich.
His services have previously been employed by a number of different publications ranging from print/online music media (including Artrocker, The Telegraph and Sandman) to student guides and in-flight magazines.
Rob also promotes and DJs at www.drownedinsound.com's Discover showcases in Sheffield and Manchester
robwebb.co.uk
Alistair Tant
Alistair Tant is A&R and one of the label managers at Leeds based independent label Dance To The Radio. Whilst at the label he has worked with a number of artists including Blue Roses, Howling Bells, The Pigeon Detectives, Grammatics, Forward Russia, Sky Larkin and Wonderswan
dancetotheradio.com
Mark Husak
Mark Husak - Good Form Club
Mark has been involved in music for nearly 4 years. As a promoter Mark set up Granadaland and worked on the BD1 Live @ St George's Hall project that collectively brought bands like Wild Beasts, Lightspeed Champion, Los Campesinos and British Sea Power to play in Bradford. As a manager he helped secure a record deal for Shipley based musician Blue Roses. Mark is now currently working on an exciting new project called 'Good Form Club' which he uses as a creative outlet to blog, promote gigs, dj and release records.
goodformclub.blogspot.com
Mike Heaton
Mike has been the drummer for Embrace since they formed 17 years ago. Through this time they have released 5 studio albums of which three reached the number one spot. At the end of 2006 after penning the England world cup song “world at your feet” the band decided to take a rest from their hectic schedule. Since then Mike has become involved with mentoring schemes for various local councils, helping young bands and musicians develop their song writing, performance and promotion while hopefully avoiding some of the many pitfalls that the music business has to offer. He has set up his own private drum tuition studio “Squirrel studios” specialising in helping beginners and intermediate players develop their skills in individual, and especially band playing. Mike also presents guest music industry lectures and workshops at music colleges throughout the country and is now a face to face advisor for “New Deal For Musicians”. Contact through: www.mikeheatondrumschool.co.uk
SKELETAL FAMILY
LIVE SHOWCASE EVENT
…… UK's leading Goth Rock outfit Album launch night …..
FRIDAY 25 SEPTEMBER 2009
New Variety Club
Russell Street
Keighley
DOORS OPEN 7.30pm Admission £5
The band are currently rehearsing for a very special gig on the 25th of September.
This will be to promote the release of their new album "Love, Hope and Despair"
They are playing the entire album live at the Gassienda, Keighley ( aka the New Variety Club Russell Street BD21 2JP )
There are no tickets available for this gig pay on the door only, with discount on the album which will be on freshly on sale at the venue.
Support is from the excellent local band Dead Message
You can find out more by visiting www.skeletalfamily.com
Also other info available on:-
http://www.myspace.com/skeletalfamily
Email skeletalfamily@hotmail.com
http://www.thegassienda.co.uk
Heritage Survival Band plus DJ
The Live Room@The New Beehive, Sat. 26th Sept, Doors open 8pm
Tickets £6/5 conc. adv £7/£5 conc. door from www.theliveroom.info
Heritage Survival is a group of young talented musicians from Zimbabwe who have relocated in Manchester. It was formed in 2002 by Zivai Guveya their music is described as Afro-fusion, Roots and Reggae and as well as drums, bass and guitars features a Zimbabwean traditional instrument called Mbira (‘thumb piano’). The band has performed in a number of prestigious venues around the UK including Ocean in London, Manchester Academy, Womad Festival, Manchester Carnival and the 'In The City' music conference in Manchester.
Lead singer/guitarist/composer, Zivai Guveya cut his musical teeth with the legendary ‘Lion of Zimbabwe, Thomas Mapfumo, with whom he recorded five albums. After moving to England in 2001, he formed The Heritage Survival Band with some of the finest Zimbabwean musicians over here. Members of the band have played with artists of the calibre of Andy Brown, Alick Macheso, Tongai Moyo, Mbuya Stella Chiweshe and Oliver Mtukudzi.
Dancing shoes compulsory!
World Mile Festival
Rawson Market
| World Mile Festival 26/ 27 September |
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| Saturday |
| 12.00noon | Springwood Primary school |
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| 13.00pm | Irish dancers from the IDL |
| Ukrainian music / dancers |
| 14.00pm | CHIPS- Zimbabwean choir |
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| 15.00pm | Najam Javed (Urdu songs and ghazals / classical Indian) |
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| 16.00pm | Belle Vue Girls school- Samba Band Bateria Bela Visao |
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| 17.00pm | Dhol Drummers |
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| Sunday |
| 12.00noon | Comhaltas Irish musicians |
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| 13.00pm | Indus- Fusion to be confirmed |
| Irish dancers from IDL |
| 14.00pm | Dhol Drummers |
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| 15.00pm | Mussanzi Family singers (Congolese choir) |
| Ukrainian music/dancers |
| 16.00pm | Polish Singers |
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| 17.00pm | Bollywood dancers |
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