Wednesday September 3rd 8.30pm |
£5.00 |
| We’re Off to University: Widgykeff + support TBA | |
| An evening for those in the valley who are off to University this month, and a chance for the rest to wave them off. Widgykeff and other local performers will be leading the way and raising funds for VSO Global Xchange. | |
Thursday September 4th 9pm |
£4.00 |
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Quiz and Chili Night |
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| Dave Boardman returns with the ever popular quiz and chili night. Come and join in – a quiz that is fun without being daft, the food is tasty and great value and the proceeds this month going towards Hebden Bridge Labour Party. Prizes are worth having, without the problem of them having much monetary value. |  |
Friday September 5th 9.30pm |
£7.50 |
| Tiny Tin Lady have been together since 2004 and have become one of the most talked about bands on the acoustic scene, stunning audiences everywhere with their blend of brilliant, original songs, superb musicianship and spine-tingling harmonies. They have played 40 festivals in four years including Glastonbury, Wickerman, Cropredy, Big Session, Beautiful Days, Bedford Rhythm Festival and many others. The band were the support on Fairport Covention's 40th anniversary tour. Bandleader, Danni Gibbins, at just 21, has drawn praise from such great songwriters as Ralph McTell and Richard Thomson for her work and is being tipped to become a major songwriter. Teenager Beth Reed-Gibbins possesses a voice of awesome technique, power and passion. Kat Gilmore provides fiddle and Helen Holmes plays a funky, rootsy and jazzy bass, providing a solid ground for the others to build on. Support from Rose Doonan, who was BBC Radio 2 "Horizon" award winner in 2006. |  |
Saturday September 6th 9.30pm |
£3.00 |
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Widgykeff + DJ Freddy |
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| As a late replacement for Wilko we have Widgykeff + DJ Freddy. |  |
Thursday September 11th 9pm |
£7.50 |
| Steve Tilston’s Trades Roots: Duncan McFarlane Band |
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Steve returns for his monthly gigs and this time brings Duncan McFarlane and his acoustic band – they are solid, energetic English folk, full of pumping riffs and loads of energy. Based on the rhythms of English country dance music, this could be livelier than most of Steve’s sessions. |
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Friday September 12th 8.30pm |
£4.00 |
| Beat Your Art Out: Hooker, GeekGirl + Nicki Hobday | |
| Established in 2004, and born out of frustration and an enthusiasm for music, film, theatre and art, this night is designed with the idea of giving the opportunity to and combining diverse talent from musicians, artists, writers and film-makers, to produce a eclectic musical and artistic experience for all involved….This event sees the chance for beatyourartout to show a small selection of new submissions and a variety of beatyourartouts past favourites, for The Trades Club.Primal, sparse, yet powerful, Hooker are the epitome of the modern punk band; Short, sharp brutal and very good indeed. Geekgirl aretrue outsider punks cherished by a generation of Manc music misfits. Plus a Nicki Hobday performance - a beautiful mix of art disciplines! this is the way art should be shown, something for everybody. . . giving all art it's place and right. |  |
Saturday September 13th 9.30pm |
£5.00 |
| Trades Aid: Fevertrees, Tragics & Fez | |
| Fronted by the talented vocalist Ruth Gardziel The Fevertrees are a funky, hard-edged 5 piece band formed largely as a vehicle for the songwriting talent of Ruth and guitarist Pete Gillon. The eclecticness of the material is a reflection of the very diverse musical tastes of the band members. Supported by the gothic country sounds of Tragics and the slightly psychedelic Fez, this should be a great night – all raising funds for the Trades Club. |  |
Thursday September 18th 9pm |
£7.50 |
| Tia McGraff | |
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Every once in a blue moon a voice resonates with a message that embraces generations. Tia McGraff is that voice! Like many of the North American greats, Tia was born in Canada, in a small town on Lake Erie. Her musical career has led her on a journey that includes 4 albums, videos on Canadian TV, exposure on CBS Nightly News with Katie Couric; and radio play on Americana, Triple A, and Country radio stations around the world. Many of her songs have appeared in film and TV. She’s appearted at festivals far and wide including The Yosemite Strawberry Festival and the Eisteddfodd, Llangollen and has written with other such notable writers as Randy Bachman (BTO), Andrew Gold (Linda Ronstadt), Henry Priestman (The Christians), and Rick Giles (Reba) “Tia’s voice has a special beauty. She has the rare abilityto touch people with her music and somehow make them better". . . Bob Harris BBC Radio 2 |
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Friday September 19th 9.30pm |
£9.00 |
| Baka Beyond | |
| After 15 years of mixing African and Celtic music in equal measures Baka Beyond have become one of the finest danceable bands, creating the sound of the global village. Not just a touring band, Baka Beyond have a unique relationship with their inspiration - the Baka Pygmies of Cameroon - sending royalties to help their development projects, and even touring with Baka musicians. |  |
Saturday September 20th |
Invitation Only |
| Private Party | |
Sunday September 21st 8pm |
Free |
| Trades Musicians Night | |
| Continuing our Open Mic session run by Jon Baker – if you want to play contact him on 07962 220463. The Calder Valley is awash with excellent musicians, many started and still play at Open Mic sessions. Join in or just come and listen. Open mic session at the beginning of the evening, pre booked performers later. | |
| £10.00 | |
| Burden of Paradise: Snake Davis with Helen Watson | |
| Soul sax man Snake Davis (M People, Lisa Stansfield, “Million Love Songs”) is involved in a new project, teaming up with world class singer Helen Watson. Audiences are spellbound with Helen’s amazing, unique and distinctive voice. The two first worked together many years ago. Snake played on Helen’s Blue Slipper album, which also featured Albert Lee and members of Little Feat. They made various TV appearances together and toured Europe opening up for Joe Cocker. This new acoustic project includes Dave Bowie and guitarist Mark Creswell from The Suspicions, Dave playing double bass. Touring through 2008, playing an eclectic mix of material from sources as diverse as Bob Dylan, The Loving Spoonful, Paul Simon and Billie Holiday! |  |
| £7.50 | |
| The Mental Elf Collective presents Sheelanagig | |
| Fresh from the glen of Knockengorrach the Elves are back to start their indoor season. The evening begins with DJ double act Ethel and Edna, their first time at the Trades. Ethel will be playing her funky stuff, while Edna will be rockin’ the house with her Pontefract cakes! Next up will be season’s favourites Sheelanagig, keeping you dancing with a unique blend of high octane ska filled klezmer/gypsy jazz and rounding off the evening with a burst of psychedelia it’s DJ Flanny. Put your party dress on, come feast your eyes 'n' ears on the décor 'n' music and share your summer experiences. |  |
| £7.50 | |
| Mean Business | |
| So big they just about fit on our stage, Mean Business are Hebden’s true heart and soul band with a set list that covers classics from Aretha Franklyn to The Communards. Get out your dancing shoes as this is no sit down gig. | |
Sunday September 28th 8pm |
Free |
| Free Radicals: Who will save us from the future? A presentation by the Free Association followed by discussion. |
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Radical discussion for those who want serious change in how people run our world. Free radicals is not just about talk though, the point is to change the world. |
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Note: Quoted prices are subject to a discount of upto 33% on production of a current membership card.
To find out how to become a member of the Trades Club, Click here. |