If you enjoyed the David Latto Band’s wonderful set at Letham Nights on 13th August, or…
…if you missed it but wished you hadn’t and…
…if you can’t wait until he gets into the studio to record all those great new songs…
…then here is a wee taster, FREE, on Pledgemusic, ‘Just Another Fool’
Download it now!!
Chloe and Silas give a big shout out to Letham Nights in their latest Show on the Road clip…
“The nicest, funniest people you’ll ever meet” Yeah, we love you too!
October is Oxjam month when music events across UK are dedicated to raising money for Oxfam. Letham Nights will be supporting this campaign with a fantastic open mic night on Saturday 1st October at 8pm featuring a talented array of acts as well as a set from Edinburgh band Buckley’s Chance. If you would like to reserve a ticket, contribute to Oxjam or offer to perform at the open mic session, please use the contact details opposite to let us know!
Donate to our Oxjam campaign – click on the link below…
Please note that we are raising funds for, but do not represent, Oxfam 🙂
Thank you to everyone who helped in creating another outstanding Letham Nights! 13th August 2011 will always be thought of now as the Glorious 13th! We will post a full review in due course but we are indebted to our trio of wonderfully talented acts – David Latto, Chloe & Silas and Adriana Spina – for giving us a masterclass in musical performance 🙂
Nearly there!
Before we get on to Letham Nights….
For those of you who live within the magic 7 mile radius of Letham and are eligible to enter, we hope you have all your produce ready the Letham Flower Show this Saturday. The hall is all set up and looking tip-top! Entries can be submitted on Friday evening but must be in by 10am at the latest on Saturday morning. Judging then takes place until the show opens from 2-4pm.
Everyone is welcome to come along and view the exhibits, have a cup of tea or coffee and contribute to the closing auction of flowers and produce.
And then Letham Nights…
From 4pm we need as much help as we can get to clear the hall after the flower show and get it set up again in time for soundchecks etc. If you are available, please, please, please lend a hand!!! The more help we have, the easier it will be.
You won’t be disappointed. When the dust settles, the Clap and Tipple bar opens, you take your seat under the soft lighting with friends and neighbours and the music starts…
First up, some Americana from young local star, David Latto. David, even in the last few months, has grown in stature and is singing better than ever – giving voice to a rich natural talent. Just listen to his recent recordings at Annfield Studios.
Then it’s over to Chloe and Silas for more delightful heartwarming songs showcasing their new album, Spring Hill. Check out ‘Show on the Road’, Chloe & Silas’ video diary of their tour of the UK.
Finally, to kick up a storm and get everyone up on the dancefloor we will have the wonderful Adriana Spina band, fresh from Belladrum and displaying the talent that has made Adriana one of the rising stars of the Scottish music scene.
Come and enjoy! There are still some tickets left so just use the contact details opposite to phone or email one of us and we will get back to you – or just turn up at the door on the night!
Michael xx
Last weekend Adriana Spina and her band, launching their new album ‘Coming Home’ were delighting the crowds at the Belladrum Festival in Beauly. This weekend they will be taking to the stage at our Letham Nights Summer Spectacular and then it’s on to the Edinburgh Festival… A busy schedule and we are delighted that Adriana has chosen to play for us at Letham Nights. Here’s why:
You can find out more about Adriana Spina, her new album and other tour dates here
Remember that this will be a triple header with sets from David Latto and Chloe & Silas – Not to be missed!
There are still some tickets left so get yer bookings in – contact details opposite…
Excitement is building for Letham Nights #19 on Saturday 13th August. It’s going to be a great show and just to prove it here is a sneak peak of one of David Latto’s new recordings
David has been touring the UK and will finish a series of gigs taking in England, Glasgow and Edinburgh at Letham Nights.
You can listen to more of David’s work and get information about his shows at www.davidlattomusic.com or on http://www.reverbnation.com/davidlatto
Australian singer-songwriter Chloe Hall has embarked on her third UK tour and is on her way to Letham! When she played Letham Nights in 2009 with her trio, we could see she’d fallen in love. With Letham. With the locals. With the magic that happens when everyone pulls together to make these special nights happen. This year, as part of a UK-wide tour, Chloe has teamed up with fiddle legend Silas Palmer (Women in Docs, Spot the Dog, Deep Blue Orchestra) to form a duo, groundbreakingly called ‘Chloe & Silas’. With over 30 years performance experience between them, they’ll be bringing their blend of uplifting harmonies, great songs and exciting playing to Letham Nights for the first time. This is music that will make you feel good!
“Sheer joy. A Sixties vibe with a true modern day slant” Dirk Maggs, BBC Producer (UK)
“A breath of sweet, fresh air” Gonzo Magazine (Canada)
Here is their full schedule…
Chloe & Silas: UK 2011
July 30: Shotley & Benfieldside Tennis Club, Shotley Bridge
August 4: Kellington Hall, North Yorkshire
August 5: Ropewalk, Barton-upon-Humber
August 6: CB2 Acoustic, Cambridge
August 10: The George Hotel, Argyll
August 11: Falkirk Folkclub, Falkirk
August 13: Letham Nights, Fife – THE BIG ONE!!
August 20: Blue Walnut Cafe, Torquay
August 21: Forest Folk Club, Lydney
August 23: Hoy at Anchor Folk Club, Leigh on Sea
August 25: Route 2 Wine Bar, Topsham
August 26: Bow Village Hall, Crediton
August 27: Teign Valley Community Hall, Christow
August 29: The Tyne Bar, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
It’s about time we let you know properly about our next Letham Nights on 13th August 2011.It’s going to be a packed day with the Annual Letham Flower and Produce Show taking place. Local makers and bakers and gardeners and growers from across the parish will be showing off their skills and vying for the favour of the judges to win the top prizes. Why not make a day of it and come along at 2pm to see the winning entries. The auction at the end of the afternoon is always a great chance to stock up on delicious home made cakes, jams and jellies, wine, flowers and prize vegetables.
At this point we need lots of help to clear up after the flower show and QUICKLY get set up for Letham Nights. If you are around your help would be greatly appreciated!
Once we get this done, get the musicians sound-checked, the lighting sorted, tables laid, bar set up (phew!) it will be time to welcome our star guests for the evening….
First up, local boy, David Latto. David has been making his mark over the past few years playing venues across Fife and beyond and delighting audiences with his unique brand of country/americana. Here is a review of his new EP “Three Thousand Miles From Nashville”
He taps into the melodic and lyrical traditions of a culture three thousand miles from his home and imbues it with vitality. Latto’s voice is particularly compelling, warm and resonant, with just a touch of his native accent evident, whilst the sparse arrangements really allow the songs to shine.
We have a treat in store!
We are then delighted to welcome back to Letham and Scotland – for the third time!! – the wonderful Chloe Hall from Melbourne, Australia. Chloe is a big fan of Letham Nights making our spines tingle the last time she played with her heartwarming melodies and the moving stories in her songs. This time she will be accompanied by virtuoso violinist Silas Palmer. Together they have just finished recording their new album, financed entirely through the pledges of fans. Add your name to the list of pledgers and get the new download or a hard copy or a whole range of other possibilities…. We can’t wait to hear it! Here is what others have said about Chloe:
Chloe Hall has power. Every once in a while you attend a concert that has you wondering why you’ve never heard much about the artist on stage because they sound so good.
Finally, in an exciting triple bill, we will have sparkling, rising star, singer-songwriter Adriana Spina, one of the most exciting talents in the independent Scottish music scene. Adriana has been a sell-out success at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and made headlines when she was handpicked to support Sheryl Crow in the American superstar’s only UK headline date of her tour. She will be joined by her four-piece band to finish off a cracking evening in style.
Adriana’s debut album “Never Coming Home” has just been released so we will be one of the first to get the chance to hear her new music and buy the CD.
a wee taster from our latest wonderful Letham Nights with Mick Pritchard and the Black Oil Brothers…
Follow the Black Oil Brothers on Facebook as they tour the rest of the UK…
Review and more clips to follow…
