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GLENN TILBROOK DENNIS GREAVES & MARK FELTHAMFROM NINE BELOW ZERO THEA GILMORE BOTH SIDES NOW

DR FEELGOOD THE CLIMAX BLUES BAND

WALKLATE & FUSCHI THE JIVE ACES

VAVOOM NEARLY DAN OH BOY! IT’S THE NON-STOP SIXTIES THE MANFREDS

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Phillip spent his working life in hospitality and entertainment. He was also an established music promoter and, after a visit to Howth, Ireland in 1996, a town which held a music festival incorporating their many pubs and bars he saw a massive potential for a similar enterprise in Nantwich.

Bearing in mind that in the mid-nineties Nantwich at Easter was not exactly thriving, in fact it was almost deserted, Phillip’s idea was met with very little enthusiasm and comments such as “You want to do what ?” and “It’ll never work” were often heard. However, undaunted in his determination to fill the town with live music, with the support of a few venues and with an evening line-up in The Civic Hall the Festival was born. This proved to be a winning formula and one which grew and prevails 22 years later. A fitting testament to a man who saw an opportunity to bring us live music and made it happen.

Starting with mainly Jazz Artistes, hence the festival being known to present day as “The Nantwich Jazz”, the event grew year on year with more participation, better bands and more visitors. Phillip saw the benefit of adding the Blues Music genre to the line-ups which not only broadened the Festival’s appeal but started to gain it national recognition. Eventually the Festival opened the doors to bands from all persuasions thereby growing into it’s current incarnation of “something for everyone” .

Totally dedicated to the project, Phillip was working on the 2018 festival right to the end and what you see in Nantwich this Easter is his work. Taken on by his daughter, Abbigail and with help from the established organising team it’s success is assured. So, perhaps when you are enjoying a band and maybe a drink please reflect on Phillip. The man who made it all possible.

Steve Barnes

A Tribute to Phillip Martin Nantwich Jazz Blues & Music Festival Founder

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It is with a huge amount of pride I take this opportunity to introduce myself. The main man to thank for the music you are here to enjoy during the festival is my Dad ‘Phillip Martin’. I have very big boots to fill and will do my very best with the guidance of co-festival organiser Steve Barnes and the wonderful team that have worked so hard on the festival over the past few difficult months. My family and I will be eternally grateful for all the love and support shown to us. My father had a huge passion for music and Nantwich, with 22 years of the festival organising under his belt; this is his legacy. It was always his dream for the festival to live on and continue, so without further ado I would like to present to you ‘The 2018 Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival’ I am immensely excited to fulfil his dream and hope you can feel his enthusiasm as you soak up the music over the weekend.

Let music live on and Nantwich Jazz Festival continue.

Abbigail Ellwood

Starting the Festival on Thursday 29th March is a fabulous evening at Nantwich Civic with former Squeeze member Glenn Tilbrook in a solo performance sharing a double bill with upbeat British Blues from Nine Below Zero.Friday 30th March sees two local artistes perform with Thea Gilmore at The Civic and a special performance by Both Sides Now at The Crown Hotel who present a homage to the Joni Mitchell Songbook.A real Blues treat is on the cards for Saturday 31st March with the now annual triple bill at The Civic. Canvey Island’s most famous sons, Dr Feelgood play their high-speed Rhythm & Blues, The Climax Blues Band celebrate 50 years together and stepping up from a previous Round the Town roster Walklate and Fuschi perform their engaging acoustic set.Back again on Sunday 1st April is probably the hardest working band in the UK. The Jive Aces will be filling the dance floor with their signature yellow suits and highly entertaining vintage swing repertoire ably supported by local Roackabilly heroes VaVoom.Easter Monday has 2 gigs on the programme. Back by popular demand and with a rich Festival history, Nearly Dan take to the stage in The Studio venue in the late afternoon. Not so much a tribute but an homage to the great Steely Dan this one sells out quickly. Over in The Civic and featuring original artistes Brian Poole, Mike Pender, Dave Berry and Vanity Fare, the “Oh Boy! It’s the non-stop sixties” show closes the festival.“Around the Town” goes from strength to strength. We introduce a fabulous 9 piece soul band, Brass Monkees on Nantwich Square on Saturday and Festival venues will be hosting gigs from Thursday evening right through until late on Easter Monday. Wristbands can be purchased at www.nantwichjazz.com or over the weekend at selected outlets.We hope you all have a great time at this year’s festival and look forward to seeing you!

Abbigail Ellwood & Steve Barnes

Welcome to the 22nd Nantwich Jazz, Blues & Music Festival!

This year we are proud to announce the official charity of the 22nd Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival

is the British Lung Foundation.

For further information on the BLF, please visit

www.blf.org.uk or call on 03000 030 555.

There are more than 230 Breathe Easy local support

groups throughout the UK.

The local South Cheshire Breathe Easy group

meets on the last Wednesday of the month at

2pm at Eaglebridge Health Centre, Dunwoody

Way, Crewe, CW1 3AW. All are welcome to

come along, make new friends who know

what you’re going through, and learn more

about living with a lung condition.

Fundraising will take place over the weekend around the town and at the Civic.

We thank you in advance for your generosity.

Nantwich Civic Hall Thursday 29th March

Starting (and continuing) his career in the iconic Squeeze, Glenn visits Nantwich with a not to be missed Solo appearance. Anyone who has witnessed Glenn on the live stage can attest to the properness of his doings, as it were. Armed with ready wit, raucous vibes and a shed load of grin-inducing great songs, there are few musicians able to connect with their audience on such an immediate and warm level.. With support from Dennis Greaves and Mark Feltham of Nine Below Zero.

Glenn Tilbrook+ An Acoustic support from

Dennis Greaves and Mark Feltham from Nine Below Zero

Tickets £20.00 inc. booking fee

Doors 7.45pmUnreserved Cabaret Style Seating



Always a popular event, local musician Thea Gilmore graces the Civic Hall stage with a full band stopping off as part of her Counterweight Tour. With numerous albums and international festival appearances she began her career working in a recording studio, where she was discovered by her now long-time collaborator, producer and sometime co-songwriter Nigel Stonier Thea always presents a stunningly accomplished show sometimes challenging but always exquisite in execution her gigs are ones not to be missed.

Of all the leading lights of the West Coast singer-songwriter movement, Joni Mitchell remains its most influential figure, with a body of work running the gamut from folk to mainstream pop, right through to modern jazz and back again. Both Sides Now brings together a group of top-drawer musicians, led by singer Sarah Miller and keyboard player Aidan Goldstraw, whose devotion to Joni’s back catalogue shines through in performance. This is no mere ‘tribute act’ – it’s an evening spent together, exploring the work of a musical genius.

Thea Gilmore & Band + Support

Both Sides Now

Nantwich Civic Hall – Friday 30th March

The Crown Hotel – Friday 30th March




Doors 7.45pmLimited Unreserved Seating

Dr FeelgoodFormed on Canvey Island in Essex in the early 1970s Dr. Feelgood remains one of the most popular and exciting live rhythm and blues acts in the world. The raw and uncompromising style of their performance resulted in the album Stupidity that immediately went to the number one position in the U.K. charts. Dr. Feelgood have also enjoyed global success with a string of hit singles including Roxette, Back in the Night, Milk and Alcohol, Down at the Doctors, She Does it Right, Going Back Home and See You Later Alligator - which gave the group their first gold record.

Climax Blues Band2018 is a milestone year for The Climax Blues Band as they celebrate 50 years since their formation and will be touring extensively featuring guest appearances past lineups and we’re pleased to welcome them to the festival in such a momentous year for the band. The band of today carries the same standard of quality as it did when the band formed back in the late 60s and achieved such great success and recognition through the 70s and 80s, huge selling albums like FM / Live and Gold Plated, the 1976 hit single Couldn’t Get It Right (from Gold plated) and I Love You in 1981.

Walklate & FuschiMat and Paolo are an “Electric Blues Duo” from Manchester. They use old tube amplifiers creating a rich tone that roots their sound in the very early days of amplified Blues. The result is a magical performance that stands out for its intensity and energy. Although there are two people on stage, they sound like a 10 piece Blues band. Living in Manchester and strongly influenced by its Afro-Caribbean community, Mat and Paolo also pay homage to Ska, blending its uplifting rhythms with the spirit and sentiment of the Blues.

Nantwich Civic Hall – Saturday 31st March

Fantastic Triple Bill






Nantwich Civic Hall – Sunday 1st April

Having earned a reputation of being the best entertainers around for over 20 years, the Jive Aces have truly established themselves as the UK’s top jive and swing band. They are considered one of the hardest working bands in the business with over 300 shows a year and touring all year long from one corner to another of the globe. Their music is played regularly on BBC Radio 2, they have appeared on the BBC’s People’s Strictly, had a six page feature in the nationally distributed “Vintage Rock” magazine and have an upcoming appearance again this year at Glastonbury. Support from local rockabilly heroes. Definitely a night for the dancers !

It’s said that if you remember the 60’s you weren’t there! Strange then that these 60’s artists are among the best remembered artists of all time. Who could forget hits such as, ‘The Crying Game’, ‘Mama’ and ‘Little Things’ from Dave Berry, ‘Twist & Shout’, ‘Do You Love Me’ & ‘Candyman’ from Brian Poole, ‘Hitchin a Ride’, ‘Early in the Morning’ & ‘I Live For The Sun’ from Vanity Fare, and the unforgettable voice of Mike Pender from The Searchers on ‘Sweets For My Sweets’, ‘Needles & Pins’, and ‘Don’t Throw Your Love Away’. Surely, a show to remember from the ORIGINAL stars of the 60’s.

The Jive Aces + Vavoom

Oh Boy! It’s the non-stop

SIXTIES

Doors 7.45pm Unreserved Cabaret Style Seating

Nantwich Civic Hall – Monday 2nd April




Still touring in 2018 original Manfred Mann members Paul Jones, Mike D’abo, Mike Hugg and Tom McGuinness, are joined by Rob Townsend, Marcus Cliffe and Simon Currie as the exciting new line-up of The Manfreds. Since Manfred Mann formed in 1962, they have firmly secured their place in the history books of British popular and R&B music. Understandable considering the number of top ten hits they have had throughout the world. Since The Manfreds re-formed in 1991, they have been in constant demand throughout the World…understandably considering the number of top ten hits they had, not only with The Manfreds, but also individually.

The Manfreds

Doors 7.45pm Unreserved Cabaret Style Seating

Nantwich Civic Hall – Friday 27th April

The Studio – Monday 2nd April

Always popular at the festival throughout it’s history

and back by popular demand. It’s been over 40

years since the release of the first Steely Dan album

“Can’t buy a Thrill”, featuring the hits “Do it Again”

and “Reelin’ in the years.” Coming up to the bands

20th Anniversary the 9 piece Nearly Dan promise all

the Steely Dan favourites in a two hour-plus show,

featuring tracks from the groove of Countdown to

Ecstasy to the super cool of celebrated albums The

Royal Scam. Aja and Gaucho also featuring Donald

Fagen’s classic solo masterpiece “The Nightfly”. A real

treat for all music lovers and an unmissable concert for

any aspiring musician young or old.

Nearly Dan


Please note 5pm start timeStanding


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Saturday 31st March

Brass Monkees

“Introducing”Local Live Music

12 noon – 3pm

from 12 noon

An exciting new local Cheshire based 9 piece band.

Brass Monkees are a lively bunch bringing an action

packed fun-filled combination of Soul, R&B, Funk and

Motown

Join us on the square to enjoy live music

supported by

Come along and support local artists performing

live music on The Square.

Check out www.nantwichjazz.com

and our Facebook for all the

latest info.

BRASSMONKEES

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FREE CONCERT ON THE SQUARE

Sunday 1st April

Around

the Town


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THURSDAY 29TH MARCH9pm - 11pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

THE TONE JUNKIES a 3 piece pro rock and acoustic band who pride themselves on their ability to please any audience! Formed in Liverpool in 2004, they are Jaie (lead and vocals), Will (bass) and Nick (drums and backing vocals).9pm - 11pmTHE CROWN HOTEL BAR

PETE LATHAM AND JEN OGLE started working together as a duo in the summer of 2013. Mostly influenced by Folk Revival music - Bert Jansch, Fairport Convention, Tom Paxton, Judy Dyble, Sandy Denny, John Renbourn, All About Eve and Pentangle.9pm - 11pmFIRENZE

ALISHA PARKER A young musician playing a variety of instruments for many genres of music and giving a truly engaging performance.8pm - 11pm THE WHITE HORSE

FESTIVAL OPENING JAM The ultimate warm up, local musicians get together to start the 2018 Festival with a bang. Always a good night.

GOOD FRIDAY 30TH MARCH2pm - 4pm THE CHESHIRE CAT

52 BLUE A fantastic way to start the day with a young duo of talented musicians performing well known covers.2pm - 4pmFIRENZE

TOFTIE & BENNETT are an acoustic duo combining the vocals and rhythm guitar of Joe Bennett with the lead guitar work of Dan Toft. Performing a range of covers from the likes of The Eagles, Dire Straits, Eric Clapton, Pink Floyd and many more.4pm - 6pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

THE JOHN COLINS BAND Massive Festival favourites and rightly so. A band that plays the music you love, and we love because we keep asking them back.4pm – 6pmFIRENZE

BEAM Competent and established local covers combo Beam are here ! The band are a 4 piece pop rock covers band. Be sure to catch a Beam gig. Its electric.5pm - 7pmTHE TALBOT

BEN MAITLAND The front man for popular wedding band Shakermaker and with appearances throughout the North West including the legendary cavern Club . Covering all genre’s of music from the 60s to the present. 6pm - 8pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

THE MILL have evolved from an original singer song writing duo. Now performing as a full band with a set of supreme classic covers.6pm - 8pmTHE CROWN HOTEL BAR

RICK WHITEHEAD Stunningly talented solo blues vocal / guitarist Rick Whitehead is just perfect for a Friday evening. Well known on the Blues circuit we welcome him to Nantwich.

Around

the Town

Wristband required for entry

NB:- All acts subject to change in the event of any unforeseen circumstances.

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6pm - 8pmFIRENZE

JUKE JAM Playing a mix of ska, funk and floor fillers guaranteed to get audiences on their feet dancing.6pm - 8pmTHE MALBANK

GREEN BULLET A full on covers band with no small print ! Songs from across the genres played with passion. Expect stonking good tunes and a few surprise twists!7pm - 9pmRESIDENCE

TOM BROOKES & SHELLEY QUARMBY A talented duo with Tom on acoustic guitar and Shelley supplying vocals. Upbeat and eloquent these two professional musicians open what will be a fabulous Friday evening.7pm - 10pmNAKATCHA

CHARMAINE BAINES DUO Charmaine Baines is accompanied by Kieran Matthews bringing modern classics to lift the evening and will later take to the decks to keep the dancing going.8.30pm - 10.30pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

THE V are a band that play an eclectic mix of songs performing numbers to suit every member of the audience. A fun, energetic band that enjoy a bit of banter with the crowd.8.30pm - 10.30pmFIRENZE

PHOTO BOOTH SMILE a wide range of lively cover songs from the past 30 years!! From artists such as Alanis Morissette, Blondie, Adele to the likes of Cornershop, Pulp, Blur, plus many many more...8pm - 10pmHARRISONS

THE DANS Fantastic covers from Dan (vocals) Al (Bass) Nick (Guitar) Sam (Drums) embracing Rock, Funk, Blues & Pop. Always a good night when The Dans are on board playing a mix to entertain everybody.

9pm - 11pmTHE BOWLING GREEN

WAYNE AND THE HAIRY PEACHES A five piece with a difference, classics from the 50s through to the present day, performed with a twist that has to be seen and heard to be believed. 9pm - 11pm THE CROWN HOTEL BAR

BLUE SILK is Judy Blu and Ian Silk who will be showcasing original songs with jazz and soul classics with a twist. 9pm - 11pmMALBANK

THE JOHN COLINS BAND Another outing today for these massive Festival favourites and rightly so. A band that plays the music you love, and we love because we keep asking them back.9pm - 11pmRESIDENCE

BLUE CARTEL A four piece Blues/Funk/Soul band. Expect an entertaining evening of quality live music, brought to you by performers that love to play live.9pm - 11pmTHE RED COW

THE ENTERTAINMENT Cathy Roberts & Al Sherwood perform an eclectic conglomeration of classic and contemporary songs.9pm - 11pmTALBOT

JUST HIT TOWN Hard rocking, bluesy, rocky, psychedelic band with a few power ballads thrown in for good measure.

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH12noon - 2pmTHE WHITE HORSE

PAUL LAMB & THE DETROIT BREAKDOWN Detroit’s rich musical history has produced some of the worlds elite. Paul Lamb grew up in these streets immersed in


NB:- All acts subject to change in the event of any unforeseen circumstances. Check at www.nantwichjazz.com

Wristbands required for entry to the ‘Around the Town’ gigs

Detroit’s musical pulse; The Blues, the Funk, the Rock, and of course the Soul. Paul Lamb, and his band The Detroit Breakdown, are a perfectly unique by-product of this city’s pulse. 1pm - 3pmFIRENZE

RED TAILS Midlands based covers band with a fine record of gigs including some impressive festivals. Just had to have ‘em in Nantwich. 1pm - 3pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

MIND OVER MATTER Back at the festival this Cheshire based band covers music from the 60s through to the current decade. 1pm - 3pmNANTWICH METHODIST CHURCH

SWINGOLOGY These chaps from Crosby, Liverpool, play toe-tapping music known as Gypsy Jazz. The band not only plays all the Gypsy Jazz standards, but a range of popular Jazz classics and some modern songs in the classic style.1pm - 3pmRESIDENCE

B D LENZ Another Stateside band from New Jersey. Mix together the styles of Pat Metheny, Mike Stern, and Stevie Ray Vaughn and you have the recipe for contempo-jazz guitarist B.D. Lenz. 2pm - 4pmNANTWICH MUSEUM

TOM DOUGHTY A Firm festival favourite, a performance by Tom Doughty seamlessly blends blues, pop, jazz, folk and world music influences with his own improvisational approach to create a unique experience for the listener. 2pm - 4pmSTREET

SHAKERMAKER DUO The popular local covers band in reduced numbers but not entertainment value and enjoyability !. 2pm - 4pmTHE STUDIO

THE MILKMEN have been tearing up venues and festivals all over the UK with their dynamic, white hot versions of classic blues tunes, alongside unforgettable foot-stomping originals.

2pm - 4pmTHE WHITE HORSE

THE ESCAPE COMMITTEE Blues, Rock, Country, Folk-not in that order necessarily. Accomplished musicians led by Pete “Sarge” Frampton.3pm - 5pmTHE BANK STAGE

PAUL LAMB & THE DETROIT BREAKDOWN Detroit’s rich musical history has produced some of the worlds elite. Paul Lamb grew up in these streets immersed in Detroit’s musical pulse; The Blues, the Funk, the Rock, and of course the Soul. Paul Lamb, and his band The Detroit Breakdown, are a perfectly unique by-product of this city’s pulse.3pm - 5pmTHE BOWLING GREEN

BLACKMOON LAKE 3 experienced musicians with a passion for live performance, have come together to form Blackmoon Lake. 3pm - 5pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

KIRSTIE CLARKE AND THE BEATING HEARTS This dynamic trio will be performing some upbeat music for a fantastic afternoon. 3pm - 7pm THE CROWN HOTEL BALLROOM

CHRIS BEVINGTON ORGANISATION PRESENTS Chris, his Organisation and special guests Emma Jonson and Mike Rhead will be filling the afternoon with the best of British Blues. Always popular and a Festival high point. 3pm - 5pmTHE CROWN HOTEL BAR

CHUCK HARRIET Chuck Harriet play glorious vintage jazz swing to leave you Feeling Good or maybe wanting to Sing Sing Sing with That Man,maybe even Cheek to Cheek in the Summertime or on A Night Like This.3pm - 5pmFIRENZE

STONE COLD SOBER-ISH Another festival newcomer, Stone Cold Sober..ish are a quirky and entertaining 3 piece ‘must see band. Expect audience participation and a fun afternoon.

3.30pm - 4.30pm NANTWICH METHODIST CHURCH

SHEENA MCDONAGH & PAUL MATTHEWS bring you a beautiful blend of style and substance with their carefully chosen soul, blues, jazz and contemporary songs in dulcet tones. 3pm - 5pmTHE RED COW

PISTOL PETE WEARN A welcome return and by special request from the venue, old school acoustic blues, that you can jump around and dance along to. 3pm - 5pmRESIDENCE

THE JUDY BLU BAND A soulful Bluesy band with a Gospel kick. The Judy Blu Band presents a mix of engaging original songs and toe tapping covers.3pm - 5pmTALBOT

FRONT PAGE NEWS Playing their special blend of Blues, Rock and Soul from John Mayall, Walter Trout though to Joe Cocker, Bob Seger, Gerry Rafferty with a sprinkling of Stones mixed in, all played with passion and a whole lot of soul!4pm - 6pmTHE STUDIO

BIG WOLF BAND a rock blues powerhouse fronted by Big Wolf himself Jonathan Earp and with an impressive array of Blues industry accolades.4pm - 6pmWHITE HORSE

THE JOHN COLINS BAND Massive Festival favourites and rightly so. A band that plays the music you love, and we love because we keep asking them back. 5pm - 7pmTHE BANK STAGE

THE MILK MEN hot foot from The Studio is a supergroup of well known and hugely respected UK blues musicians playing a dynamic mix of classic blues and r’n’b, as well as some originals.

5.30pm - 7.30pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

THE EMPEROR’S GROOVE Seriously competent grooves from this young up and coming band. An absolute pleasure to listen and move to.5.30pm - 7.30pmFIRENZE

THE TRIGGER HOUNDS a rock ‘n roll infused cover band with a love of loud amps and crunching riffs! They play classic and contemporary rock music, blended in their own diabolic mixer of distortion, drum rolls and deviancy.5pm - 7pm HARRISONS

SWINGOLOGY These chaps from Crosby, Liverpool, play toe-tapping music known as Gypsy Jazz. The band not only plays all the Gypsy Jazz standards, but a range of popular Jazz classics and some modern songs in the classic style.5pm - 7pmMALBANK

BEAM Excellent and established local covers combo Beam are here ! The band are a 4 piece pop rock covers band. Be sure to catch a Beam gig. Its electric.5.30pm - 7pmNANTWICH METHODIST CHURCH

HASSELL STREET JIVE CANDY a colossal 16 piece band that swings with brass, wind and rhythm through a repertoire from the 50s to the present with a nod to Louis Prima, Caro Emerald, Brian Setzer, Nina Simone and Count Basie along the way.5pm - 7pmNAKATCHA

CALLUM JOSEPH WRIGHT Receiving rave reviews and support from the professional music industry he is described as having endless amounts of original talent. We look forward to him performing his solo set5pm - 7pmRESIDENCE

BONNYLOU BAND are WOW-ing crowds across the UK with their energetic live performances full of punchy Rnb, Bluesy shuffle and raw, spine tingling Soul tied together with explosive power and dynamic light and shade.



5pm - 7pmSTREET

BAXTER Local legend Hayley Strangelove and Paul Senior together are Baxter. With a set of almost disturbingly quirky covers they entertain fantastically !!!! 6pm - 8pmTHE BOWLING GREEN

MISS CHIEF & MR MEANERS play a wide range of songs adding their own style and twist. A bit of everything Soul, Pop, Rock and well, the best thing is to simply pop in and see!6pm - 8pmTHE CROWN HOTEL BAR

B D LENZ Second outing for this Stateside band from New Jersey. Mix together the styles of Pat Metheny, Mike Stern, and Stevie Ray Vaughn and you have the recipe for contempo-jazz guitarist B.D. Lenz.6pm - 8pmSTUDIO

SKARIAD The real deal. A fantastic 9 piece Ska band playing all the classics from Two Tone, Trojan, Bad Manners and many more. We defy you not to dance.6pm - 8pmTHE WHITE HORSE

THE DANS Fantastic covers from Dan (vocals) Al (Bass) Nick (Guitar) Sam (Drums) embracing Rock, Funk, Blues & Pop. Always a good night when The Dans are on board playing a mix to entertain everybody.7pm - 9pmTHE BANK STAGE

MONKEY FINGER Want to see a band that plays cracking music, with so much feel it could make you weep? Love to see quality

musicians clearly enjoying what they do? Then come on down - The Finger are the band for you!7pm - 9pmRESIDENCE

ENCORE DE FUNK Firm favourites, a Soul, Ska, Funk and Jazz influenced set list is of original interpretations of contemporary classics along with some untouched masterpieces. 7pm - 9pmTALBOT

RETROVIBE respectful renditions of the music that defined an era. Punk, New Wave and Indie from The 70s ,to the Noughties. 8pm - 10pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

GOOD HABITS a group of musician competent beyond their years. A lively from Rock to Reggae. A perfect party night ending to the programme.8pm - 10pmTHE CROWN HOTEL BALLROOM

BLOZONE Formed in 1996 these “Local Heroes” have been entertaining audiences with their mixed flavour of Soul, Motown, STAX and popular songs across the UK. A party atmosphere is in prospect with much dancing.8pm - 10pmFIRENZE

HOLLIE VEE & THE HUBKAPS Hollie and her Hubkaps will be rocking the joint with some Lo-fi, Rock n Soul & Rockabilly!! 8pm - 10pmHARRISONS

PHOTO BOOTH SMILE a wide range of lively cover songs from the past 30 years!!

From artists such as Alanis Morissette, Blondie, Adele to the likes of Cornershop, Pulp, Blur, plus many many more...8pm - 10pmNAKATCHA

SWaY perform well known songs covering the past four decades from The Beatles to Elvis, right up to Kaiser Chiefs and Snow Patrol. 8pm - 10pmMALBANK

FAT LIP Covering the best tunes from the likes of Green Day, Blink 182, Sum 41, Bowling for Soup and many more.8pm - 10pmSTUDIO

GAMBLER Another Festival outing for this fantastic Three Piece Rock Band, musicianship of the highest order, superb vocals and thoroughly entertaining. 9pm - 11pmTHE BANK STAGE

WICKLOW GAP Full on electric Irish and English Folk Rock with a contemporary

slant for a fun end to proceedings. A manic evening is in prospect !!!9pm - 11pmTHE BOWLING GREEN

GREEN BULLET A full on covers band with no small print ! Songs from across the genres played with passion. Expect stonking good tunes and a few surprise twists!9pm - 11pm THE CROWN HOTEL BAR

BARRELHOUSE JUKES Back by popular demand and making a fifth consecutive appearance year is this unique Acoustic Blues & Roots band. 9pm - 11pmRED COW

BAXTER Local legend Hayley Strangelove and Paul Senior together are Baxter. With a set of almost disturbingly quirky covers they entertain fantastically !!!! 9pm - 11pmRESIDENCE

MATRIX CLUB MATRIX Brought together by the love of music, Matrix Club Matrix bring

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33 Beam Street, Nantwich, Cheshire CW5 5NA

you the Cream of Club Classics and Dance Anthems that shaped the World of Dance music. Played absolutely live with a passion and performance second to none.9pm - 11pmWHITE HORSE

ADRENALIZE Energetic 5 Piece Female fronted rock band presenting (mostly) covers from the fabulous ladies of rock music. Selected for their massive stage presence and real power.10pm - 12pmSTUDIO

THE START Must see local covers band The Start playing songs by the bands you love to dance to. Go and see them, you will not be disappointed!

EASTER SUNDAY 1ST APRIL12noon - 2pmNANTWICH CIVIC HALL

THE SOUTH CHESHIRE GEORGE FORMBY UKELELE SOCIETY Having played at every single festival this tribute society are an annual highlight of the Festival. Featuring an array of soloists, they are guaranteed to get your feet tapping. 12noon - 2pmTHE BANK STAGE

THE JAKE LEG JUG BAND bring you the authentic sounds of 1920s and 30s America - Jazz, Blues, Gospel, Ragtime - and put their own twist on it. Songs of murder, betrayal, gambling, liquor and redemption.12noon - 2pmTHE WHITE HORSE

BRIDGEWATER BLUES BAND pay homage to the blues artists from the 60s and 70s.12noon - 5pmTHE CROWN HOTEL BALLROOM

THE CRY BABY SESSIONS Featuring CRY BABY & THE HOOCHIE COOCHIE BOYS - DIRK DIGGLERS BLUES REVIEW & 3 KINGS DUO. A splendid afternoon of high quality Blues.


JANE AND THE HURRICANES A first time at Nantwich for this great five piece blues band, formed at the beginning of 2016 in Stoke on Trent.1pm - 3pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

CHARMAINE BAINES AND THE AFROTATION Charmaine Baines will be performing with Afrotation presenting upbeat Soul Nu-Jazz and reggae.1pm - 3pmFIRENZE

THE TRIGGER HOUNDS An afternoon session with this excellent trio who have a huge love for live music and getting the party in full flow. Featuring an opening acoustic set from TONY HASSALL1pm - 3pmTHE CROWN BAR

KEVIN HASSETT’S ‘REDUX’ is a Jazz Quartet based in the North West producing accessible, entertaining jazz for thoughtful listeners.1pm - 3pmTHE MALBANK

TRIP A three piece Rock and Roll Party Band, with a Rockabilly edge who herald from the City of Lichfield. 1pm - 3pmRESIDENCE

PASTRY SHOES Expect a great sing-along, anything from 1940’s American Songbook standards to lively pop hits from the 60’s onwards.1pm - 3pmTHE STUDIO

THE ZOE GREEN BAND Zoe Green Band brings its explosive set of originals and covers to the Blues Funk scene with a show that is not to be missed! 1pm - 3pmSTREET

ABBIE OZARD Talented singer guitarist studying song writing at BIMM in Manchester.

FRIDAY TOFTIE AND BENNETT 2pm – 4pm

BEAM 4pm – 6pm

JUKE JAM 6pm – 8pm

PHOTO BOOTH SMILE 8.30pm – 10.30pm

SATURDAY RED TAILS 1pm – 3pm

STONE COLD SOBER….ISH 3pm – 5pm

THE TRIGGER HOUNDS 5.30pm – 7.30pm

HOLLY VEE & THE HUBCAPZ 8pm – 10pm

SUNDAY THE TRIGGER HOUNDS 1pm – 3pm

PEDAL TONES 3pm – 5pm

THE DANS 5pm – 7pm

TRIP 7pm – 9pm

MONDAY WICKLOW GAP 1pm – 3pm

THE V 3pm – 5pm

BLOZONE 6pm – 8pm

THURSDAY ALISHA PARKER 9pm – 11pm

HOLLIE VEE AND THE HUBKAPS 2pm – 4pm

THE TRIGGER HOUNDS 7pm – 9pm

Join us for Food and Cocktails over the Jazz weekend!




1pm - 3pmTALBOT

GOODFELLAS BLUES BAND These Goodfellas have a wide repertoire of material comprising songs from influential blues.2pm - 4pmTHE BANK STAGE

BOBCAT BILLY’S MOONSHINE MISSION Rockabilly in it’s purest form, driven by rockin’ rhythm and filled by simplicity. 2pm - 4pmHARRISONS

ELECTRIC POLLEN a dynamic covers duo who will be pollinating the festival for the first time with their blues, soul and rock ‘n’ roll!!2pm - 4pmTHE RED COW

WHISTLEFISH Featuring the twin talents of Joanna Darlington and Steve Gaffney. A heady mix of guitar, fretless bass and great vocals.2pm - 4pmTHE WHITE HORSE

MARC GALLAGHER Ukulele Player of humorous covers and heartfelt originals and with a shameless musical upbringing of Queen and NOW CDs.3pm - 7pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

TONE JUNKIES We’re doubling up on The Tone Junkies this year with a four hour extravaganza of this fabulous band! 3pm - 5pmFIRENZE

THE PEDAL TONES 3 young lads who have a huge love for live music and getting the party in full flow.3pm - 5pmNANTWICH METHODIST CHURCH

THE SALT CITY JAZZMEN Home grown heroes and all time supporters of the Nantwich Festival.3pm - 5pmRESIDENCE

THE EMMA JONSON TRIO The brilliant boogie-woogie pianist Emma Jonson brings her trio to Nantwich for a second time!

3pm - 5pmTHE STUDIO

THE HEXMEN Founded in the 1970s by harmonica player and vocalist George Hexman. they bring a blend of Old School British Blues with an Indie edge. 3pm - 5pmSTREET

CALLUM JOSEPH WRIGHT Callum is well known on the local music scene, is from Nantwich and has been described as having endless amounts of original talent. 4pm - 6pmTHE BANK STAGE

ELVIS FONTENOT AND THE SUGARBEES Cajun, Zydeco, Swamp ‘n’ Roll from the bayous of Staffordshire. Expect an infectious and danceable good time.”4pm - 6pmTHE CROWN HOTEL BAR

LUCY LOCKWOOD a vibrant and exuberant Jazz and Blues vocalist, performs with her band. 4pm - 6pmTHE WHITE HORSE

SHAKERMAKER Festival favourites, this local covers band have performed gigs at The Cavern in Liverpool and The Hard Rock Café over the last 12 months. 5pm - 7pmTHE BOWLING GREEN

TRACES OF NUTZ Traces of Nutz are delighted to be back at the Nantwich Jazz, Blues & Music Festival, and looking forward to meeting old friends. 5pm - 7pmFIRENZE

THE DANS Fantastic covers from Dan (vocals) Al (Bass) Nick (Guitar) Sam (Drums) embracing Rock, Funk, Blues & Pop. Always a good night when The Dans are on board playing a mix to entertain everybody.5pm - 7pmTHE RED COW

TOFTIE AND BENNETT An Acoustic Duo inspired by a mutual desire to produce quality, diverse and well crafted music suited to all audiences.

FRIDAY

CHARMAINE BAINES7pm – 10pm

SATURDAY

CALLUM JOSEPH WRIGHT5pm – 7pm

SWAY8pm – 10pm

SUNDAY

GUEST AND IN HOUSE DJ’Still late

20-24 Welsh Row, Nantwich

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5pm - 7pmRESIDENCE

RELENTLESS VICTORIAN SOUND SYSTEM Imagine Steampunk meets pirates and plays 80s covers on acoustic instruments. No, really !5pm - 7pmTHE STUDIO

WAYNE & THE HAIRY PEACHES A five piece with a difference, classics from the 50s through to the present day, performed with a twist that has to be seen and heard to be believed. 5pm - 7pmTALBOT

DR T-BONE fusing jazz, R’n’B and even funk influences. The band has been up and rocking at venues in Cheshire and North Wales.5pm - 7pmTHE MALBANK

THE V are a band that play an eclectic mix of songs performing numbers to suit every member of the audience. A fun, energetic band that enjoy a bit of banter with the crowd.6pm - 8pmTHE BANK STAGE

ARCADIA ROOTS Reggae, Dub, Dance, Blues, all that and more. Arcadia Roots are a 4 piece ‘earthy’ dance band that combine world, reggae and rock music to create a very unique & captivating sound. 6pm - 8pmTHE CROWN HOTEL BALLROOM

GAMBLER Another Festival outing for this fantastic Three Piece Rock Band, musicianship of the highest order, superb vocals and thoroughly entertaining. 6pm - 8pmHARRISONS

THE START Must see local covers band The Start playing songs by the bands you love to dance to. Go and see them, you will not be disappointed! 6pm - 8pmSTREET

BAXTER Hayley Strangelove and Paul Senior are the legendary Baxter , with a set of almost disturbingly quirky covers they entertain fantastically !!!!

6pm - 8pmTHE WHITE HORSE

MALPRACTICE This Feelgood inspired 4 piece are playing the festival for the 3rd year running. Expect 70’s R&B, Blues and RnR played with a pre punk sensibility. Tracks from Wilko , Muddy, Howlin , Bo and Rory with a large slice of Eddie, Gerry, Little Dick and Elvis. This is what pub rock sounded like in 1975..7.30pm – 9.30pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

THE PEDAL TONES A quick dash across Welsh row for 3 young lads who have a huge love for live music and getting the party in full flow.7pm - 9pmFIRENZE

TRIP A quick “Trip” across town (see what we did there) for this 3 piece Rock and Roll Party Band, with a Rockabilly edge who herald from the City of Lichfield. 7pm - 11pmTHE CROWN HOTEL BAR

THE NICK STEED BAND Nick Steed is a freelance keyboardist, piano/vocalist based in Stockport and will be bringing along his band to present a fantastic evening in The Crown Hotel Bar.7pm - 9pmRESIDENCE

BRASS MONKEES A 9 piece band with a big, big sound playing Soul Motown and modern pop classics it’s party time at the Residence.7pm - 9pmTHE STUDIO

THE JOHN COLINS BAND Massive Festival favourites and rightly so. A band that plays the music you love, and we love because we keep asking them back. 8pm - 10pmTHE BANK STAGE

DELTA WAVE Formed from the ashes of popular local bands Innuendo, The Resistance, Bedlam to name but a few, you could call The Delta Waves a local 5 piece supergroup.




HOLLIE VEE & THE HUBKAPS Hollie and her Hubkaps will be rocking the joint with some Lo-fi, Rock n Soul & Rockabilly!! 9pm - 11pmTHE CROWN HOTEL BALLROOM

BLUE CARTEL A four piece Blues/Funk/Soul band. Expect an entertaining evening of quality live music, brought to you by performers that love to play live.9pm - 11pmRESIDENCE

SHAKERMAKER This local popular covers band perform in a way that is guaranteed to get the joint REALLY pumping it soon becomes clear that the guys are passionate about what they do !9pm - 11pmTHE STUDIO

SWaY perform well known songs covering the past four decades from The Beatles to Elvis, right up to Kaiser Chiefs and Snow Patrol. 9pm - 11pmTHE WHITE HORSE

ARTIZAN Formed to bring a high octane rock show to the local scene....playing popular anthems from the likes of Bon Jovi, Fleetwood Mac, Stereophonics, ACDC... The list goes on!!

MONDAY 2nd APRIL1pm - 3pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

LUKE GESSNER & KIERAN MATTHEWS are two amazingly talented musicians perform a perfect collection of numbers for Easter Monday.1pm - 5pm THE CROWN HOTEL BALLROOM

BLUES ROCK DOUBLE BILL FEATURING JIM KIRKPATRICK & HEAVY WEATHER + BIG WOLF BAND Good to see Local guitar Hero Jim back at the festival with Heavy Weather on a double bill with up and coming Blues Rock powerhouse Big Wolf Band.

1pm - 3pmFIRENZE

WICKLOW GAP Upbeat and lively Irish and English electric folk in a contemporary style. Prepare to tap some toes and dance.1pm - 9pmRESIDENCE

ACOUSTIC GIN FESTIVAL FEATURING:ACOUSTIC THEORY, MARC GALLAGHER, RAINPETE LATHAM AND JEN OGLE Chill on Easter Monday afternoon with an excellent artiste line up. Enjoy a tipple from a splendid choice of gin and soak up some lovely music.1pm - 3pmTHE WHITE HORSE

SLINGSHOT BLUES BAND pay homage to The British Blues Revival, new Modern Blues and the occasional Blues inspired Rock and Pop tune. 2pm - 4pmTHE CROWN HOTEL BAR

DR MIRMATT An eclectic mix of laid back melodic tunes covering genres such as Jazz, Soft Rock, Blues, Soul, Pop and standards2pm - 4pmRED COW

52 BLUE An excellent duo featuring multi instrumentalist and songwriter Joey Vanz Vanzetti performing a set of well loved tunes in their inimitable style.2.30pm - 4.30pmSTREET

BEN MAITLAND A solo set from the legendary Shakermaker front man. Just the job for Easter Monday Afternoon.2pm - 4pmTHE TALBOT

CALLUM JOSEPH WRIGHT Receiving rave reviews and support from the professional music industry he is described as having endless amounts of original talent. We look forward to him performing his solo set.3pm - 5pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

BAXTER Hayley Strangelove and Paul Senior are the legendary Baxter , with a set of almost disturbingly quirky covers they entertain fantastically !!!!

Thursday 29th March9pm – 11pm The Tone Junkies

Friday 30th March2pm – 4pm 52 Blue

4pm – 6pm The John Colins Band 6pm – 8pm The Mill

8.30pm – 10.30pm The V

Saturday 31st March1pm – 3pm Mind Over Matter

3pm – 5pm Kirstie Clarke & The Beating Hearts 5.30pm – 7.30pm The Emperor’s Groove

8pm – 10pm Good Habits

Sunday 1st April 1pm – 3pm Charmaine Baines & The Afrotation

3pm – 7pm The Tone JunkiesWe’re doubling up with a 4 Hour Tone Junkies Extravaganza

7.30pm – 9.30pm The Pedal Tones

Monday 2nd April1pm – 3pm Luke Gessner & Kieran Matthews

3pm – 5pm Baxter 6pm – 8pm Trip

Rooms available from £85 per night

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The Cheshire Cat, 26 Welsh Row, Nantwich

t: 01270 623020 @TheCatNantwich

Plus DJs all weekend long

3pm - 5pmFIRENZE

THE V Another appearance for these chaps bringing their lively covers for an upbeat afternoon.3pm - 5pmTHE WHITE HORSE

BOBCAT BILLY’S MOONSHINE MISSION Rockabilly in it’s purest form, driven by rockin’ rhythm and filled by simplicity. 4pm - 6pmTHE CROWN HOTEL BAR

THE STEVE OAKES QUARTET perform a mixture of original compositions and interpretations of pieces by contemporary jazz greats including Pat Metheny and Chick Corea. 5pm - 7pmTHE WHITE HORSE

THE EXTRAS play full on High Octane British Rhythm & Blues. Expect a lively performance.5pm - 7pmSTREET

CALLUM JOSEPH WRIGHT The hugely talented and rather busy Callum delivers another of his superb solo sets.

6pm - 8pmTHE CHESHIRE CAT

TRIP A three piece Rock and Roll Party Band, with a Rockabilly edge who herald from the City of Lichfield. 6pm - 8pmTHE CROWN HOTEL BAR

RICKETY WIRELESS What do you get when three original artists form a cover band? A rock/pop band performing many of your favourite tunes that many other bands don’t play that’s what !.6pm - 8pmFIRENZE

BLOZONE The legendary Easter Monday gig by local heroes Blozone. Soul, Motown, STAX and some modern pop songs.7pm - 9pmTHE WHITE HORSE

BIG BLUE HOUSE Always a good show from these stalwarts of the festival.9pm - 11pmTHE WHITE HORSE

THE NOW UNMISSABLE AFTER FESTIVAL PARTY Hosted by Big Blue House, the legendary end of festival party is once again upon us. As always, a fitting way to close the 2018 festival. It continues to be emotional, yet again.

Don’t Forget To Buy Your

WristbandAvailable to order from www.nantwichjazz.com in advance for £7.00 or from Thursday 29th March

at The Crown Hotel, on The Square or Nantwich Civic Hall for £8.00

www .meeteatd rinks treet .com STREET

35 Welsh Row, Nantwich Tel: 01270 625539

Live Music

ABBIE OZARDCALLUM JOSEPH WRIGHTBAXTERSTREET DJ

1pm

3pm

6pm

8pm until late

SUNDAY 1 APRIL

FR IDAY 30 marchSTREET DJ 7.30pm until late

BEN MAITLANDCALLUM JOSEPH WRIGHT

2.30pm

5pm

MONDAY 2 April

www.streetnantwich.com

Casual Dining Venue open daily from 11.30am for Street Food and Drink

@streetnantwich

SATURDAY 31 MARCH

SHAKERMAKER DUOBAXTER80’S PARTY

2pm

5pm

8pmWITH LIVE SINGER



AccommodationCrown Hotel (01270) 625283 • Red Cow (01270) 628581

Ticket HotlinesCrown Hotel, Nantwich 01270 625283 or Ticketline 0844 888 9991

Nantwich Civic Hall 01270 628633www.nantwichjazz.com

www.ticketline.co.uk

WristbandsWristbands are now available to order online at

www.nantwichjazz.com for £7.00 in advance or £8.00 at the festival available from Thursday 29th March from The Crown Hotel,

on the square, Nantwich Civic Hall, Tourist Information Centre and venues around the town.

Thank You SponsorsAbsolute Recruitment, Harlech Foods, Nantwich Town Council,

Matthew Clark, Hall Smith Whittingham Solicitors and The Crown Hotel.

Thank You LicenseesThe festival organisers would like to sincerely thank all

the Nantwich Licensees for their participation and co-operation during the festival and we would ask all festival goers to

please support the premises that support the festival.

Please NoteAll of last years shows were sold out in advance!

To avoid disappointment please book early! In the event of artist non-appearance for whatever reason, no tickets will be refunded and a similar show will be re-booked

by the management. No tickets are exchangeable. Any around the town events are subject to change without notice.

Errors and omissions excepted (E&OE).

Nantwich Town CentreA GUIDE TO THE VENUES

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01. The Cheshire Cat

02. Street

03. Firenze

04. Nakatcha

05. Harrisons

06. The Talbot

07. The Crown Hotel

08. The Bank Stage

09. The Studio

10. Residence

11. The White Horse

12. Nantwich Museum

13. Nantwich Methodist Church

14. St Mary’s Church

15. The Bowling Green

16. Nantwich Civic Hall

17. The Red Cow

18. The Malbank

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