The Grey Lady Music Lounge, Sunday 19th March 2017

Riff Raff - /rɪfraf/ - Noun.

A dynsfunctional conglomeration of idiots, savants and undesirables. Thrown together by a shared love of toffee (vodka), and a strong and persistent desire to be really rather loud. Generally with wide ranging influences such as J.J. Cale, Smashing Pumpkins, Red Hot Chili Peppers and many many Mississippi blues geniuses. Often to be found fronted by Tom Meyritz holding a guitar and microphone, with Pete Lee to his right with a bass, Simon Tuohy to his left with a guitar and Dave "The Baker" Seaver behind providing the driving force on drums. This motley crew are often saved by the calming, although slightly mad, influence of Victoria Meyritz, singing her way through life like a sherpa of melody. A Riff Raff can generally be found in and around Tunbridge Wells, playing music and/or drinking. If a Riff Raff is spotted, it is generally advised to retreat quietly and watch from the bushes.

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Emily began writing and performing her music whilst living in Southeast Asia in 1994. Under management in 1998, Emily toured the UK with her band, supporting some big names but remaining unsigned. Virgin Records, Arista and Universal were in communications with Emily's management company regarding her future; however the group sadly disbanded before a deal could be made. Emily continued to write music as she trained to become a nurse, but it was only after an adult gap year in 2009 that she rediscovered her deep passion for performing music and returned to the stage.

Emily now works as a professional solo musician around the South East and can be heard putting her original spin on popular songs of the past fifty years in many of Kent's finest venues. Her original music is sophisticated and original, yet Emily aims to always make it accessible- it appeals to every age group imaginable. Emily likes to experiment with a raw, folk guitar sound, while creating a haunting atmospheric vibe through the use of harmony and effects pedals. Her two albums are available to purchase online.

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Emanuel Fanthome-Hodgson is a 17 year old singer songwriter from Maidstone. Starting at a young age, Emanuel has written songs with varying genre styles, ranging from indie rock to blues. Still in his teen years, Emanuel has been expanding his live performances, playing in local venues around the Tonbridge and Maidstone areas, as well as playing at the 2017 Hastings festival.

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