The Stag, in the old town, has a folk night on Tuesdays and a bluegrass night on Wednesdays each week. The Accapella singers Rattlebag host their Singaround every third Thursday of the month.
11th Feb ‘The Celtic Dream’, White Rock Theatre in Hastings, this is a spirit of the Emerald Isle breathtaking production and a myriad of brilliant choreography, phenomenal vocals, astounding musicianship and glittering costumes. Set against a backdrop of powerful and spirit invoking music, Celtic Dream could leave you mesmerised and wanting more and more.
Eastbourne Folk Dance Club meets at 7.45pm every Thurs. at the Upperton United Reformed Church Hall, Eastbourne.
An Irish tune session is held on 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Royal Oak in Pett.
An open Folk evening the last Tuesday of every Month is being held at the Standard in the old town Hastings.
Section Five Drummers practice at the Carlisle on Hastings seafront on Monday nights from 8pm and finish around 10pm. You can find out more about Section 5 at www.section5.org.uk
The White Horse, Bodle Street Green has a friendly traditional folk club on alternate Monday night’s; On 30th Jan. the Cajun Dawgs who sound as though they have just dropped in from the bayous and flatlands of Deep South Louisiana plus floor singers. On 13th Feb. Floor Singers sing Love Songs for Valentine’s. On 27th Feb. Club Night with floor singers. On 12th March Noel Dumbrell 7 Song Session, This great Sussex singer will entertain with stories, songs and a harmonica, plus floor singers. To find out more details about the club see the website www.whitehorsefolk.co.uk
A Regular Irish music session is on the last Friday of each month at The Royal Oak, Whatlington,
The 6 Bells in Chiddingly, Folk and Blues evening has an extended set by Geoff and Elaine 7th Feb; with floor singers. On 21st Feb. and 6th March are singers night’s with floor singers welcome.
Raggedtrouseredfolk is upstairs at The Jenny Lind in the old town, Hastings aimed at those who are discerning about music and prefer to listen without the background noise of people talking. On Feb. 1st Scarlet Jacks a guitar-violin duo are ex Dawn Parade front man Greg McDonald and much-in-demand session violinist and film composer Gemma Gaynor. They played Cambridge Folk Festival in 2011 and made a huge impression. Phil Beer and Steve Knightley of Show of Hands are producing their debut album. On Feb. 29th Mark Wynn an amazingly talented young folk musician already having two excellent albums to his name. He played support for Mark Olson of The Jayhawks and now has a real cult following. Tickets are available from the pub in advance, priced just £6. Doors for each gig open at 7.30pm, further details contact Tony Streeter on 07929 327051.
Folk at the Royal Oak, Station Street Lewes is held upstairs on Thursday nights, there is no membership rather a number of like minds who come together to celebrate and enjoy a range of musical traditions in a convivial, socially conducive atmosphere. They will also try to make all newcomers feel welcome. On Feb. 2nd Kate Lissauer a highly regarded exponent of American old-time country music, Feb. 9th Steve Turner who comes from a family of singers and concertina players, 16th Jeff Davis who is one of America’s most respected collectors and interpreters of traditional music and on 23rd London born Dave Swarbrick.
The Lamb Folk Club in Eastbourne Old Town is on the first and third Wednesday of each month on the upper floor. Everybody is welcome and we present a wide range of professional folk singers and players as well as floor spots for visiting musicians. Doors open at 8pm with an 8.30pm start. Floor singers are welcome but early arrival is recommended. Admission for floor singers is free on open stage nights.
Feb. 1st Kath Tait one of the club’s all-time favourites. Her catchy songs, inspired by the chaos of modern life, are wickedly funny, poignant and highly provocative, £5 entry.
Feb. 15th Brian Stimpson a lively mix of American roots music from our nifty guitar and banjo picker, £2 entry. March 7th North Sea Gas, one of Scotland's foremost folk bands, renowned for its instrumental prowess, tremendous three-part harmonies and good humour. The band has numerous gold and silver disc awards from the Scottish Music Industry and worldwide popularity, £5 entry.
Mad Jacks are now focusing on "Jack in the Green" which this year runs over the weekend May 4th/7th inc. Meantime they meet every Monday at 8pm at St. Clements Church House, Croft Rd. Mad Jacks have both a men's and a women’s side and welcome new members both as dancer and musicians. To find out more please visit www.madjacksmorris.co.uk
"Winter Warmers" Morris have wrapped up another successful season and will celebrate their 25th birthday later this year, for more info: Tel: 01424 716840.
Mrs Yarringtons music club at Crowhurst Park returns is opening bi-weekly in Feb; on 21st Patsy Matheson & Becky Mills, Half of the award Winning The Witch visit as part of their UK tour. Mike Harding after playing tracks off the new album. Ticket £10 which includes club membership. On March 6th, Tolka Polkaand and on March 20th, Rubins Train for more details please visit www.mrsyarringtons.me.uk
April 24th the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill, Imelda May. Irish rockabilly-folk singer Imelda May is set to perform songs from her critically acclaimed album Mayhem as part of a UK tour. She has recently released the single Roadrunner with Jeff Beck and a re-release of More Mayhem to further acclaim.
The Moors have been invited to open the Jack in the Green festival this year at St Mary in the Castle, Hastings, on May 4th. They will also be playing that same weekend at The Brunswick in Hove, making their debut in the Brighton Fringe Festival on May 6th.