The Grey Lady Music Lounge, Wednesday 3rd February 2010
This is a past event.
Headline Act: Sevenscore
With a sound described as 'Thom Yorke meets John Lennon', Tunbridge Wells based Sevenscore deliver a dynamic rock/pop sound brimming with edginess and thought provoking lyrics and melodies. Alfie Noakes, Mark Cooper and Martin Lucas formed the band in 2002. Following the recording of their album, 'Safe and Dry' in 2003, performances have included the Tunbridge Wells Forum, the 'Gazastock' festival, 'Music on the Meadow', and two consecutive nights at the 'Hop Farm Fireworks Extravaganza' (attended by over 10,000 each night!) In mid 2006 Sevenscore was joined by Ollie Nicholls and shortly afterwards the band won a place in the final of the kmfm battle of the bands. Following this, the song 'Smile' topped KMFM's local music chart and recieved airplay. Sevenscore gave a memorable headline performance at this year's 'Local & Live' festival and 2009 has seen the band expand to a 5 piece line up with Steve McCormack joining on Guitar/vocals and Paul Dunton on keys. Sevenscore are directing their focus on performing and recording new material which is due for release in the coming months.
Sammy Lee
Local singer/songwriter Sammy Lee delivers a fresh, edgy alternative sound with funky guitar and catchy vocals. Sammy Lee is currently concentrating on his solo carreer, however over the last couple of years he has focused his gigging and recording with local alternative band ‘The Komodes’. He founded the band in 2006 withthe band making their debut at The Grey Lady in 2007 coupled with gigging across the UK at numerous prominent festivals. The Komodes released a debut album entilted ‘’Fosistication’’ that same year with Sammy Lee acting as the bands songwriter and front man. Sammy is currently focusing on his solo material whilst undertaking a musical degree at Leeds University. Some of his influences include; Hendrix, Skinbat Scramble, The Rolling Stones, The Stone Roses, King Crimson, Def Tones, Andy C, DJ Hype, Michael Jackson, Judas Priest and The Cure.
The Daytonas
...feature Martin Herbert on bass, Chris Gussman on lead guitar, Markus Holler on vocals and guitar and Andrew Morley on drums. All four have played in numerous bands over nearly twenty years. The boys enjoy partying, drinking and of course playing music. Their favourites range from the 60s Pop to Progressive Rock to Free Jazz, Country, Funk, Psychedelia, Folk, Blues and 60s Soul. Their own repertoire is the result of millions of hours listening to records by those who have been making great music since the dawn of time. Each time a dusty slab of ancient vinyl is newly discovered the lads assimilate a little of it into their own sound. These boys have no plans for world domination nowadays but want to simply make some noise. Enjoy.
Nick John Wilson
Born with left side Microtia, Nick picked up the guitar from his folk playing parents when he was seven years old.
His uncle played drums with Suzi Quatro in the seventies, so music has always run in the family.
Nick started to sing and produce his own songs at eighteen having honed his blues, rag finger style and soulful rocky tones.
He ran a studio for three years and in 2013, now with time to focus on himself as an artist, released his debut EP followed by his debut album early 2015.
Nick aims to be out and about more than he ever has been, to promote himself, record label, charities and good music. More info online.
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