Chris Bannister is a singer-songwriter who’s distinctive vocal style has always led to him being compared to the great American singer, John Denver.
Sixteen years ago Chris started performing a show in tribute to John Denver, but from the very start Chris was determined not to copy the visual aspect of John’s performances but to maintain his own identity when playing worldwide hits such as ‘Annie’s Song’, ‘Take Me Home Country Roads’ and ‘Leaving On A Jet Plane’.
He has performed in the USA at the annual Aspen In October festival eight times, often performing with members of John’s band. He has also played to sold out audiences in Europe and across the UK, and is recognised as one of the best performers of John’s music in the world
Don’t miss this unforgettable performance celebrating the 40th Anniversary of That’ll Be The Day and Trevor’s farewell tour.
Experience a unique blend of rock ‘n’ roll, pop, and comedy, featuring timeless hits from the 50s through to the 80s. Join us to celebrate this milestone and say goodbye to Trevor as we enjoy four decades of entertainment, showcasing the energy, passion, and talent that has made this the UK’s longest-running touring theatre show.
Suitable for age 12+
Oh What A Night! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Valli’s unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry, Let’s Hang On, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, December 63 (Oh What A Night), Bye Bye Baby, Who Loves You and many, many more. Selling over 100 million records worldwide, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons secured their place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1990.
Oh What A Night! combines infectious personalities, amazing vocals, slick harmonies and even slicker dance moves to deliver a show full of energy and nostalgia which always leaves audiences wanting more.
Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of the legendary West Coast Country Rock band The Eagles in 1971, The Illegal Eagles make a welcome return with their new 2025 Desperado Tour, promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship.
This critically acclaimed show features the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including ’Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Take It Easy’, and ‘Life In The Fast Lane’, as well as deeper cuts from the Eagles iconic 1973 Album ‘Desperado’
The latest all-star line-up of the show, produced as ever by Phil Aldridge, features Tony Kiley (formerly from 80’s sensation The Blow Monkeys) on drums, Trevor Newnham (Dr Hook) vocals and bass, Greg Webb vocals and guitars, Mike Baker vocals, guitars and keys and Garreth Hicklin vocals, guitars and keys.
Garreth, Greg, Trevor and Mike effortlessly capture the vocal style and delivery of Henley, Walsh, Frey, Schmidt and Meisner and are all masters of their respective instruments.
Extremely tight harmonies & an acute attention to detail are synonymous with The Illegal Eagles, now in their 24th year on the road. Following a number of critically acclaimed UK & European Tours, The Illegal Eagles have established themselves not only as the ultimate celebration of The Eagles, but as one of the foremost authentic and talented shows in the world.
Join award winning poet, dramatist, rapper, and world-record breaking beatboxer Testament as he takes to the stage for a one off live performance that speaks powerfully to our times. Through spoken word, music and monologue he will perform a piece that explores multiple perspectives on one dramatic day in the life of the characters in a story explores the themes of race, faith and community.
In honour of Black History Month, this evening is more than a performance, it’s a call to listen, to reflect, and to awaken. Testament to Truth invites you to walk with him through stories that challenge, uplift, and inspire.Testament currently presents BBC Radio 4’s The Adverb and is writer of award nominated play Black Men Walking and the writer-performer of Orpheus In The Record Shop which was broadcast on BBC FOUR.
What inspires you? For Judith Weir, it was the brushstrokes of a painting, and for Luke Bedford, an urban landscape.
Arvo Pärt – who turns 90 this year – reflects on powerful words, Anna Thorvaldsdottir plays with ideas of dispersion, and marking Luciano Berio’s 100th anniversary, we celebrate love – the eternal inspiration – with a beautiful piece dedicated to the memory of his wife. Cameron Biles-Liddell’s new work completes this showcase of musical imagination, bringing rich harmonies and vivid, shimmering textures.
Queer Arrivals is a deeply personal, music-filled journey by Irish singer-songwriter Gráinne Hunt, exploring what it means to come into queerness – and into oneself – later in life.
With original songs and intimate storytelling, Gráinne shares her experience of falling in love with a woman in her 40s and how that has transformed her understanding of identity, artistry and belonging.
Incorporating Gráinne’s partner Jules Stewart on drums and vocals, Queer Arrivals is a tender, honest, and powerful celebration of love, growth, and self-acceptance debuting at the Liverpool Irish Festival.
Joining them is HUSK – a Gaeilge-English electrofolk musician, blending traditional Irish music, folk and electronica, with 80’s synths, weaving between English and Gaeilge alongside púca punk queer magick energy. HUSK offers contemporary electronic music production and works with international talent across the Irish diaspora and beyond.
This is a unique collaboration, presented in partnership with The Unity with support from Culture Ireland. For more info, read a fuller description, here.
Our co-founder David Ward (as David Greygoose) has written the lyrics for Crystal Jacqueline and Icarus Peel’s album ‘SMOKE ROAD’ which will be performed at Rough Trade on THURSDAY 16 OCTOBER!
Crystal Jacqueline and Icarus Peel of The Honey Pot Collective celebrate the release of double album SMOKE ROAD (Fruit de Mer records) with lyrics by poet David Greygoose.
‘Darkly pastoral, gothic folk-psych and ominous cautionary tales. This is one road worth following to the end.’ – Shindig!
Tickets priced at £13.60
To book, click here – https://link.dice.fm/If1dcb4b55c4
To read the lyrics to the songs, visit https://www.davidwardpoet.co.uk/projects/lyrics—smoke-road
We hope to see many of you at this event! 
This is a 14+ event
Liverpool John Moores University is leading an exciting new partnership with Malaysian-based music promotor Black Label Productions. Dr Nedim Hassan has developed this collaboration through his industry collective Metal in Merseyside. On 3rd and 4th October Black Label Productions will be bringing extreme metal band Black Fire to play in Liverpool as the first stop in their UK tour. The tour is supported by the Malaysian government with the backing of LJMU which also chairs the UK Malaysia University Consortium. An academic symposium will be hosted at LJMU on the Friday, exploring the impact of metal music bringing together metal music industry practitioners and academics. On Saturday 4th an evening showcasing some of the rising stars of heavy rock and metal music will take place at Liverpool city centre venue EBGBS on Seel Street. Free tickets are available at ticket website
Arcangelo Corelli Sonata in F, Op.5 No.4 for violin and cello Stravinsky Suite Italienne, for violin and piano: Introduction, Gavotte and two variations Berio Sequenza XIV, for cello Timothy Jackson Continuo, for violin solo with cello and pianoArcangelo Corelli Sonata in F, Op.5 No.4 for violin and pianoStravinsky Suite Italienne, for cello and piano: Introduction, SerenataBerio Sequenza VIII, for violinTimothy Jackson Continuo, for cello solo with violin and piano
Pixels Ensemble:Sophie Rosa violinAlex Holladay celloIan Buckle piano
Music that changes shape beguilingly: Pixels presents two mirrored versions of pieces by Corelli and Timothy Jackson, revealing them in different lights. Two of Berio’s groundbreaking Sequenzas lie at the heart of an intriguing evening, with nuggets of Stravinsky enriching the Italian theme.
