The Blue Highways are a British rock band based in London. Formed in 2018 by brothers Jack, Callum and Theo, the band is known for its modern Indie/American Roots-inspired rock sound coupled with Callum’s narrative storytelling. Acclaimed as one of the most exciting upcoming acts in the U.K. music scene, The Blue Highways will release […]
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Live MUsic Session #148 – Good Habits
Good Habits are a UK folk duo forged on the other side of the globe. Described as “engagingly clear across a rich variety of styles” (Songlines), singer-cellist Bonnie Schwarz and accordionist Pete Shaw create folkish musical tales, with captivating lyrics married with their unique brand of brisk instrumental virtuosity. During the time spent happily stranded […]
In aid of Team Link’s Sahara Desert Trek raising money for Prospect Hospice, The Tuppenny brings you the scariest quiz imaginable on this All Hallows’ Eve. You scream, I scream, we all scream for a quiz team. There’s even a prize for the best Hallowe’en costume! Entry to the quiz costs £2 per person with […]
We welcome the team from Tupp faves Double-Barrelled Brewery in Reading (the good folks behind our ever-popular house pale Parka) to the bar with a van full of fresh beer to take over the bar, and a game of bingo. Yes. Bingo. This is beery bingo however, based around a guided tasting with suitably beery […]
Born and raised in Northampton, UK, Kev Minney is a singer-songwriter with a unique voice and virtuoso guitar skills. His songs emanate straight from the heart, evoking emotion, that bring us stories of tenderness, grit, hope, authenticity and beauty. He’s isn’t someone who follows any trends, and that has led him to create his own […]
With energy, driving rhythm and heart felt melodies The Shudders combine their melee of music influence to produce a refreshing brand of indie-country-rock. Vocal harmonies, screaming guitar, warm acoustic and a commanding rhythm section with which to weave their rich tapestry of noise. It’s a tapestry which could be a described as a ‘Crazy Horse […]
boci (pronounced bocky) is a classically trained violinist, vocalist and self-taught guitarist, pianist and songwriter. Violin and guitar looping is the foundation on which much of boci’s music is built. Her experience as a collaborator in Bristol has informed her fusionesque musical style, which draws influence from traditional singer-songwriters, electronic pop, Celtic and Balkan folk […]
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Live Music Session #144 – Mishra
UK global-folk duo ‘Mishra’ weave a tight web of intricate, Indian-influenced original music that defies definition and has brought them awards recognition since their formation in 2017. Kate Griffin on vocals, banjo, and dobro and Ford Collier on low whistle, calabash/percussion, and guitar draw on their unique base of influences, encompassing folk music of the […]
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Live Music Session #143 – Phil King
As a singer-songwriter, Phil King has the whole trinity: A beautiful soulful singing voice, deft skills at playing the guitar, and the capacity to write elegantly worded and powerful songs. His album The Wreckage received excellent media attention with Radio 2’s Bob Harris describing him as ‘Absolutely Brilliant’ and ‘A Song Weaver’. “Stunningly Beautiful! The […]
Oktoberfest hits Devizes Road in Old Town, Swindon! Across the weekend The Eternal Optimist, The Hop, The Little Hop, Tap & Brew and The Tuppenny on Devizes Road, the hub of Swindons independent beer scene, are hosting a collaborrative event featuring pours of the best Oktoberfest Beers imported from Munich spread amongst the bars, along […]