Darwen Live 2016

DARWEN LIVE 2016 29th // 30 May

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welcome Darwen Live 2016 will be the biggest event we have ever hosted, more acts, more venues and hopefully more people visiting our town than ever before.

Not only do we have a large number of acts performing for you, but also a depth of quality, genres and styles that could make us the envy of many other music festivals.

Darwen Live is funded primarily by Darwen Town Council and Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council, which allows us to make this a completely free to attend event, one of the largest in the North of England!

The festival is organised by volunteers and we do our utmost to get the best value for the event.

In a time of cutbacks, austerity, and ever changing Council members we are incredibly grateful to Darwen Town Council and Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council for their continued support and commitment to Darwen Live.

It is estimated that across the weekend over 30,000 people come into the town. This can only be good for Darwen businesses and for the town itself.

Last year there were no arrests during the festival which once again shows what a great time people are having – Let’s have another year like this.

If you would like to make Darwen Live even better, be involved with the organising, promotion, fundraising or to apply to perform at Darwen Live then please leave your details with somebody at the main stage over the weekend.

Thanks to our sponsors and partners involved and a special big thanks to all of the organising committee who each year put a lot of their free time into making this festival great – but we can’t do it without you so cheers and enjoy.

Darwen Live Committee

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sun 29th May

13:00 White Riot

White Riot - a tribute to the Clash and the musical revolution of 1977

14:00 Annie live

Soloist from Darwen singing all your favourite songs from way back then until now.

15:00 Sinners

Dr. T, an exceptional guitarist with great tecnique, much admired by his contempories.

Frank Orlando, jazz/rock percussion maestro. The list of who these guys have depped for is voluminous. Expect a tight, high energy performance packed with style and diversity.

16:15 Remedy

Remedy is a well established 4 piece band from Manchester and Lancashire. Playing original music that has a great distinctive sound.

17:30 The Water Diamonds

The Water Diamonds is an English indie/alternative/ psychedelic band from North West England consisting of Steve Seddon (Guitar/Vocals), Chris Sewruck (Keyboards/ digital rythms) and Chris O’Hara (Bass).

The band originally had four members until the drummer jumped ship and was replaced by a computer.

The band have played gigs across the north west and North Wales and have had radio play/sessions in Liverpool and Manchester.

19:00 Adventures of salvador

Adventures of Salvador consist of 4 unique individuals who meld years of musical experience and taste. They don’t belong in a box and to try to confine them to a genre is impossible. Urban Surf ‘Progsurfabilly’ and the oldest new sound around. Their music is as unique as they are.

20:00 Alan Kensley Band

The Alan Kensley band specialise in English rock and blues from the 60’s and 70’s by artists like The Spencer Davis Group, Fleetwood Mac, The Kinks, The Stones, The Beatles, Cream and many others. They make the occasional trip into the 70s and beyond and it’s not unheard of for them to tip their hats toward the U.S.A. They pride themselves in playing the songs other bands don’t play. Unashamedly, a covers band but definitely not a tribute band.

21:00 N.I.I.

N.I.I. are a 4 piece covers band from Rossendale, recently reformed for 2016 covering old, new and contemporary songs with a mix of pop and rock.

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13:00 Breezeco

Breezeco is a singer, guitar player with the energy of a full band. His set contains a diverse collection of classic rock and pop tunes, many of which are his own imaginative re-take on the original and all of which are laced with some head turning guitar playing.

14:00 FogPocket

A 5 piece blues/rock band based in Leyland. The bands focus is to bring a new dimension of blues genre with some closely related rock attributes that illustrate the passion and feel that leaves the audience with hopefully, a memorable event. Straying away from the norm... the band have carefully selected numbers from across the Atlantic to the shores of the UK with covers that have enabled justice to be given to the songwriters and identify to what Fogpocket aspire.

15:00 Fretsaw

Fretsaw are a 3 piece classic rock and metal covers band. Priding themselves on not playing the same old ‘done to death’ songs. They even throw a bit of punk in so everyone is happy.

17:00 Chasing crows

A Liverpool based 4 piece Britpop/Indie rock band. Formed in 2008.

18:00 Riflemen of war

A 4 piece classic punk/new wave band hailing from Rossendale.

Their aim is to bring retro punk and new wave back to the pub and club scene and have a damn good time playing it.

They have acquired a very healthy, and loyal following for the gigs they have done this year. They play songs everyone will know, and some songs just for the punk aficionados! Even though they are a punk band, they are well received at all venues, regardless of the age of customers.

19:30 Maiden

A 5 piece Iron Maiden tribute band with a mutual love of all things Maiden.

THE belgrave sun 29th May 12.30 C Jay

Acoustic covers/ originals.

“He tells tales and recites memories that linger. He is a joy to watch.” - Paul Scott-Bates, Louder Than War. Better known for his involvement with the well known band Cherrybomb.

14:00 New Rendition

An Acoustic Duo that devises their own rendition of both old and new music using harmonised vocals for their unique sound.

15:30 Paris Taylor

Female soloist local to Darwen, well known on the music scene and one not to be missed!

17:00 The Mona Lisas

The 5 piece band have a unique style of infectious fast paced Indie rock, with a twist of post punk, alt and garage rock.

Influenced by bands such as The Strokes, The Hives and Kings of Leon, they bring something new, exciting and different to the Indie rock scene, with highly energetic shows, soaring vocals, crashing cymbals and intricate guitar and drum solos.

“Like The Strokes on speed” Gigslutz

20:00 Roosevelt Room

Roosevelt Room are a four piece from the Northwest formed in 2015. Touching openly and honestly on Love // Loss // Heartbreak // Depression and occasionally happiness in their music.

The band draw influence from genres such as 60’s pop, 70’s rock and even a bit of folk, meaning there is no reoccurring theme within their music.

22:00 Jon Casey Blues

A renowned 3 piece Blues/Rock Band that specialises in Cream. Clapton, Gallagher, Mayall, Mayer, Moore and Bonnamassa.

23:00 Sky Valley Mistress

An innovative young band playing some real Rock & Roll with Kayley ‘Hell Kitten’ Davies on vocals, accompanied by Squire, Maxwell Harvey William Newsome III on drums, and Russell “Russell” Russell on Bass. “The best thing you’ve never heard!”

THE belgrave mon 30th May 14:30 Callum Thomas

Callum Thomas is a singer songwriter and pianist based artist from Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire and one to watch in 2014. Although he has been singing his entire life, Callum only began playing piano and writing songs just over a year ago and after performing and reaching the final of a major regional talent competition he was spotted by A&R for Mercury Prize nominated producer Andy Ross. This led him to record his debut EP ‘From Dusk To Dawn’ at Ross’s Astar Studios

16:00 New York Tourist + 2 guest bands

New York tourists are a brand new, British 4 piece, Dirty Rock band with a melodic twist, who are set to soar into rocks heady stratosphere after releasing their debut EP which received rave reviews from some of the UK’s most respected music press and song Chew Me Up, Spit Me Out was listed on BBC Introducing’s top 10 tracks of 2013.

19:00 Chaser Band

A four piece band coveing all the classic rock songs throughout the eras.

20:00 Jonny Oates Band

Fresh, raw and young, local band: these guys are a must see. With a unique, acoustic rock/blues based sound mixed with the finesse of violin and the raw power and passion of saxophone, this up and coming band possess all the credentials.

Following their recent performance at Manchester Academy, critics have stated that “it definitely won’t be the last time I see them” and that they are “ones to watch for sure”.

22:00 The Bad Flowers

The Bad Flowers are a Rock and Roll band, three friends that want to make good music and have a good time doing it! Influenced by the music they were spoon fed as kids - Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, The Who etc. Travelling in their bright orange van, the colour is almost as loud as the band itself!

THE black horse sun 29th May 14.00 - 16:00 DACA

Darwen’s finest young talent. Various artists.

17:00 the banned

The Banned, formed in 2014 Are a Charismatic Acoustic Rock Band from Lancashire. Gaz rocks rhythm guitar and lead vocals, Rick provides awesome solo’s and lead guitar work whilst Cath provides powerful backline vox, Will provides a somewhat steady backbeat and Dan is smooth on bass

18:00 Steve sagar

Female soloist Delta blues guitarist/vocals.

19:00 gary bailey

Born near Liverpool in 1980 Gaz has always had a keen interest in music composition and formed a band in 1997 to put his creative ideas into practice. A big fan of The Beatles and Elvis, Gaz had already an idea of the stage presence he was seeking to entertain the crowd and put his heart and soul into every number he performs.

20:00 Johnny Pilkington

A singer/song writer from Darwen, Johnny will be performing some popular cover songs from artists such as Green day, The Cure and Deep Blue Something. He will also be including some of his own original songs.

21:00 About time

Since forming in 2007, About Time have delighted audiences throughout East Lancashire with their eclectic mix of covers from all eras. This great cover band never loses sight of it’s overriding aim: to entertain. Ideal for functions, pubs and clubs where there’s a genuine need for ‘feel good’ music, ABOUT TIME are the band you’ve been looking for.

THE black horse mon 30th May 14:00 Angie Hoggan Vocalist

15:00 Poppy Holiday and the vacations

Poppy Holiday and the Vacations are a five piece band performing Poppy’s own material and covers such as Blondie, The Clash, and Paloma Faith songs, all which are up beat and fun. Poppy mainly spends her time in the studio recording music for film/TV/adverts but loves to perform at festivals with The Vacations by her side.

16:00 Greg & Victor

Victor and Friends. Jazz/Funk/Blues. Performed with conviction, panache and a great helping of fun.

17:00 ian (wigsy) wilson Great vocalist.

18:00 Teri and Greg

Greg Walker and Teri Birtwistle, who are Tutors at McNally Music Tuition based in Blackburn, will be performing their own style of some well known Blues/Rock pieces.

Expect some very sweet and lowdown vocals and fine accoustic guitar from Teri and plenty of soulful accompaniment from Greg’s guitar; brought together to create a truly memorable set for this year’s Darwen Live.

19:00 Field Band

Andy & Pete regulars in The Black Horse playing their acoustic set.

20:00 Slydes

3 piece vocals. West Coast to The Beatles.

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15:00 Micky Love 16:00 Amy Lovae

A Singer/ Songwriter, Guitarist and Saxophonist (tenor) based in the North West of England. Playing a unique variety of covers and original songs she has been described as having a Folk/ Blues sound with a slight jazz infusion.

17:00 Aviso

AVISO are a young talented and hard working 4 piece Indie/Rock band. Ashton (lead singer and songwriter) and Tom (drummer) left the successful band The Farthingales to form AVISO.Joining them in this new musical adventure are two fantastic musicians, Zander (lead guitar) and Danny (bass)

18:30 Zamaica Reggae Band

Band is Preston’s First and Only Reggae band made up of several talented musicians. Originally founded over 30 years ago Zamaica was revived back in 2014

by Adam Linton, original band member and Drummer.

Since the revival in 2014 Zamaica have gone from strength to strength playing at venues across the UK. Highlights have included Carnival, Windrush Festival, Local Events and Zamaica’s own events and promotions

20:00 Grace Davies

Grace Davies is a 19-year-old singer-songwriter hailing from the rural Lancashire village of Langho.

Her voice has a rich, smoky tone with a wide range; not surprising from someone who sites their influences as Carmen McRae, Etta James, Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald. Her songwriting was heavily influenced by modern writers Ben Howard, Ed Sheeran, Emeli Sande and Mumford & Sons; artists that inspired Grace’s clever lyrics. Her style has a quirky individuality, which perfectly reflects her down-to-earth personality and edgy ‘tell it like it is sense of humour.

21:00 Live Again - The Classic Rock Experience

Do you want to re-live that live classic rock experience you remember from the 70’s and 80’s, or just enjoy real music from Lancashire’s premium classic rock band? We perform classic rock cuts, and only the classics, from artists such as AC/DC, Queen, Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Iron Maiden, The Who, plus many more. We aim to give you that live and loud experience, the way it used to be.

22:00 The Jonny Oates Band

Fresh, raw and young, local band: these guys are a must see. With a unique, acoustic rock/blues based sound mixed with the finesse of violin and the raw power and passion of saxophone, this up and coming band possess all the credentials. Following their recent performance at Manchester Academy, critics have stated that “it definitely won’t be the last time I see them” and that they are “ones to watch for sure”.

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15:00 Kelly's HeroEs

Kellys Heroes are a 4 piece classic rock band who are influenced by 60s and 70s music such as The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Free etc etc. The members are Michael “Clint” Eastwood, Matt “Wiggy” Whittingham, Eoin” Boatman” Kellys and Louis “Animal” Green.

Now we are ready to melt face at Darwen Live!

16:00 Johnny Pilkington

A singer/song writer from Darwen, Johnny will be performing some popular cover songs from artists such as Green day, The Cure and Deep Blue Something. He will also be including some of his own original songs.

17:00 Gaz Bailey

Born near Liverpool in 1980 Gaz has always had a keen interest in music composition and formed a band in 1997 to put his creative ideas into practice. A big fan of The Beatles and Elvis, Gaz had already an idea of the stage presence he was seeking to entertain the crowd and put his heart and soul into every number he performs.

18:00 The Walrus

Ryan Lennon McKeefery I Am He. Lancashire’s favouritest 27% sober John Lennon/The Beatles tribute artiste. Acoustic/Rock/Folk

19:00 SkyeLadder

Skyeladder were formed around the nucleus of husband and wife song-writing team Paul and Janie Britton from the England and Scotland.Their music includes the pop, rock, folk and country genres. We perform live versions of their songs with anything ranging from an acoustic duo to a six piece band.

20:00 The Banned

The banned is a four piece local band which formed in 2014 who wrote and perform their own material along side some catchy covers. In the time that they have been together the banned have released an ep entitled raw and produced a music video. Gaz bailey fronts the banned and writes the majority of the material Cath Bailey backs has up with harmonic backing vocals while rick ledsham provides progressive lead guitar and will bell produces a solid back beat.

21:00 fish are Friends

Four friends with various tastes come together to bring you a new sound. Something for everyone to enjoy.

sun 29th May 13:00 LOST TRENDS

Lost Trends are a York band playing fast Indie/Rock similar to the tempo and energy of Foals,with elements of funk that would make The Red Hot Chili Peppers stop and listen.

14:00 BAD CARDIGAN

Bad Cardigan formed in September 2011. We are an acoustic duo from Lancashire; Jack Anwyl and Tom Randall. Both sing, both play guitar to create a harmonious array of music, written by ourselves.

15:00 JON CASEY BLUES BAND

A renowned 3 piece Blues/Rock Band that specialises in Cream. Clapton, Gallagher, Mayall, Mayer, Moore and Bonnamassa. Regular at the Crown

16:00 DOUG PERKINS & THE SPECTACULARS

Playing music inspired by the original pioneers of rock n roll such as Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Eddie Cochran, Doug Perkins & The Spectaculars are sure to get everyone in the room jumping and jiving.

17:00 CJAY

CJay is a singer/ songwriter based in East Lancs playing a blend of acoustic indie and folk with lyrics from the heart and melodies from the soul.

18:00 HOT ASHES FOR TREES

An aly/indie four piece band from Darwen & Clitheroe, drawing from wide range of influences, they blend sweet piano, moody guitars & intricate drums to create an unique sound

19:00 INDIA MILL

Alternative-Rock band with a distinctive classic-rock edge. In an era defined by ‘theme’ bands recreating whichever period in history they missed, India Mill instead anchor their inspiration around the guitar and go wherever it takes them, rather than tread the waters of nostalgia.

20:00 ROCK N GROHL

A new 5 piece Darwen based tribute all things, David Grohl, Foo Fighters, Nirvana and Queen of the Stone Age.

21:00 OCTOBER SKIES

A new & upcoming energetic 5 piece band that showcase heavy rock sound with melodic guitar harmonies. This is accompanied by clean vocals with a gritty edge, fresh out of the studio with their self titled EP, they are not to be missed.

22:30 FEAR THE FALLEN

The Crown’s house band Fear the Fallen formed late 2010 in Darwen Lancashire. Looking to promote themselves as a powerful and Original guitar based band delivering a heavy rock based eclectic mix of riff-driven rock and classic sounds. Signed by Sound House Records

mon 30th May 13:00 LATE NIGHT LEGACY

Late Night Legacy produce a raw and edgy blues sound with a Rock & Funk element, that’s not only powerful, dynamic and driven but warm and naturally soulful. Four individuals coming together and expressing their passion and love for music; the emotions, memories and feelings music can evoke.

14:00 R.Y.A.N

R.Y.A.N say it as it is with a raw rock’n’roll edge and gritty working class politics. The Blackburn based quartet call it “Street Indie”. Cross the attitude of Joy Division with the street sense of the Happy Mondays, the swagger of the Stone Roses, the belligerence of Oasis and the syllable count of The Streets and you get R.Y.A.N.

15:00 ROOSEVELT ROOMS

Roosevelt Room are a 4 piece from the Northwest formed late in 2014. Drawing influence from genres such as 60’s garage, shoe-gaze and rock and roll their own genre is something they have yet to name.

16:00 GOOD FOXY

Good Foxy are a group of boyhood friends who began their lives as musicians in the Summer of 2013.

In the past two years they have gone from strength to strength without the backing of a record label.

The band have recorded their first EP and debut album, racking up 17,500 views on their first music video “High Watt” in the process.

17:00 ATMOSPHERICS

Blackpool based four-piece Indie-Pop band The Atmospherics are beginning to make waves. After working extremely hard on their own material and gigging regularly, they are now starting to be recognised as a very exciting young prospect.

18:00 LASER MONKEYS

Four piece band saving the world one tune at a time by playing great guitar-orientated covers, from the likes of The Killers, Oasis, C.C.R, Arctic Monkeys, The Strokes, ZZ Top, The Faces, Green Day, Stereophonics, Reef.

19:00 LANTERNS

From the hills of the north west catalyst, inspired by indie, math and 80’s jazz/pop flares a riddled upbeat dreamy frequency. ‘Lanterns’ are a vivacious 3-piece come out of the cold North-West of England.

20:00 BIG FOOT

Bigfoot are a 5 piece hard rock band based in Wigan, north west. Formed in Spring 2014 Bigfoot consists of members from various bands from the scene combining powerful vocals, dual lead guitars and a heavy driving rhythm section.

21:00 CRUSH

A 4 piece rock/indie band from Darwen, Leigh & Blackburn, covering all popular musical genres old and new! They’ve been touring local & not so local circuits for the last 15 ish years & played around 500 gigs, Their Drummer Keith Jones for the last 10 years sadly lost a hard fought battle with cancer and is sadly missed. So this year will be a tribute to his memory, Keith met their new drummer and gave them the mandate to carry on as a band with his blessing. The Crown was one of the first venues prepared to book this band and they consider The Crown as a second home ever since.

sun 29th May Darwen Library Theatre is pleased to be involved in what has now become an intrinsic part of Darwen’s culture. We will be presenting over 100 musicians, on two stages over the two days in addition to all the main stage and fringe venue attractions in and around the town centre.

DLT MAIN STAGE 13:00 Darwen School of Music Student Showcase

Darwen School of Music (formerly Elite School of Music) is in it’s 13th year as Darwen’s very own academy for up and coming singers and players.

Performance opportunities are a big part of the student’s development. Their annual appearance at Darwen Live is, as usual, not to be missed, as they present their renditions of their favourite songs, including a tribute to Prince.

15:00 The Mona Lisa’s

The 5 piece band have a unique style of infectious fast paced Indie rock, with a twist of post punk, alt and garage rock.

15:50 Leah Haworth

A 15 year old acoustic singer/songwriter and has just released her first EP on iTunes, Amazon and Spotify written entirely by herself. I started writing songs and playing guitar (properly) at the age of 12 and ever since then has just got as much experience as possible with performing.

16:40 The Wrangling

Named after an area of the town we grew up in - The Wrangling are an energetic covers band whose rousing setlists include an eclectic mix songs from as far back as the Punk era (The Jam / The Clash) right through to today (Kasabian / Kaiser Chiefs)

17:30 Tourist Attractions

Tourist Attractions are a four piece Indie band from Lancashire.

18:20 Paul Stuart Davies

Having fronted The SoulTrain at many a Darwen Live over the years, Paul Stuart Davies brings his ‘Northern Soul Reimagined’ show to Darwen Library Theatre.

DLT acoustic STAGE 14:40 Salvina Passerini 15:30 Mark Bateson 16:20 Eve-India 17:10 wayne rhodes 18:00 Steve Warwick

mon 30th May

DLT MAIN STAGE 13:00 PR Music Tuition Showcase

P.R. Music Tuition is a highly successful Darwen and Bolton-based music school offering private tuition in Vocals, Piano, Keyboards and Music Theory.

15:00 Remedy

Remedy is a well established 4 piece band from Manchester and Lancashire. Playing original music that has a distinctive sound.

15:50 Drop the FLOOR

Drop The Floor officially formed in 2012, brought together by a shared love of traditional, particularly Irish traditional music. The roots of the group are the North West’s vibrant traditional session scene.

16:40 New York Tourists

New York Tourists are an Alternative band who instantly leave a stamp on your chest, Described as Queens of The Stone Age meets Foals.

17:30 Steven Lindley with The Uncertainty Principle

No stranger to Darwen Live, Steven Lindley is returning to the Library Theatre with his band The Uncertainty Principle on Monday to showcase tracks from both his CD album “Shuffle” and his forthcoming release “Twist”.

As R2 (Rock’n’Reel) Magazine put it in their five-star review of his multi-genre debut album: “Extraordinary… (he) virtually single-handedly, takes us on a grand tour of popular musics”. “Twist” will expand on this, into Americana, Reggae, Swing and even Medieval!

18:20 Texas Mod Crushers

Based in Houston USA, ‘Texas Mod Crushers’ play punk rock songs in the old school style of speed freak, bastard offspring of 50’s straight up rock ’n’ roll. Line-up includes ex-pat Phil Walsh best remembered for his Darwen band Russian For Money

DLT acoustic STAGE 14.40 ryan hurley 15.30 sam‘n’ella 16.20 RAchel toner 17.10 C Jay

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SUN 29th May 14:00 No Teef

A four piece instrumental Dork-�Rock Band.

If you’re looking to hear something unique at this years Darwen Music Festival, do not miss your chance to catch No Teef!

15:00 Biscuit Brothers

Playing a huge variety of BIG FLOORFILLERS from The Police, Four Seasons, Level 42, James Brown, Mark Morrison, Daft Punk & The Isley Brothers.

17:00 The Pleasers

Sixites tribute band, recapturing hits from, The Who, The Kinks, The Trogs and The Beatles. Don’t miss a rockin good night.

19:00 The Boutiques

An incredible four-piece cover band. Playing a mixture of diverse covers from artists such as Oasis, Stone Roses, Roxy Music, Pink Floyd, Steely Dan, Neil Diamond, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Wonder, Fleetwood Mac to Maroon 5 and Robin Thicke.

21:00 Tom Scothern

Tom is a vocalist who plays both electric, acoustic and keyboard. Singing classic rock songs in his own individual style. From Jason Mraz to The Zutons and everything in-�betweens.

22:00 Salvatore

The party starter, this man is totally different from anything you have heard before. Think Peter Andre, 5ive and Wheatus all mashed together.

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Special guests Fear The Fallen will be playing from 21:00 on Monday night.

Fear The Fallen are an original guitar based band that deliver a heavy rock based electric mix of riffdriven and classic sounds.

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21:00 paris taylor

Female soloist local to Darwen, well known on the music scene and one not to be missed!

sunday 29th May 12:00 Family Fun Day with Bouncy Castle and face painter 21:00 Jamie Mac

Still Reeling The Old Function Room Monday 30th May 19:00

The Old Function room Saturday 28th May 21:00 The Majestics sunday 29th May 15:00 Jamie mac 20:00 karaoke monday 30th May 19:00 Still Reeling

Function Room folk with traditional ceilidh dance and folk session.

sun 29th May 15:00 DUNN AND DUSTED

Fantastic 4 piece rock/soul/blues covers band, covering Free, The Doobie Brothers, Santana, Stereophonics, Steppenwolf, Fleetwood Mac, The Beatles and many more

18:00 Electro 80s Electro 80s bring the nostalgia of the 80’s electro pop era with their amazing show featuring their own unique robot performing tracks from Gary Numan, Human League, Depeche Mode and many more.

Every year they perform at Level One on Darwen Live to a packed house. Be sure to arrive early to avoid dissapointment and not gaining entry.

20:00 jeramiah ferrari

Jeramiah Ferrari are a young 4 piece band based in Leigh near Manchester who fuse together Roots Reggae, Rock Punk, Ska and Calypso.

22:00 the katy perry tribute

Francesca Brown performs her Katy Perry Tribute show. Having recieved national press coverage over how much she is mistaken for Katy Perry, Francesca has now become one of the leading Katy Perry tributes performing all over the world.

23:30 Bloxed Beats

The UK’s number 1 beat boxing band. No instruments just 3 microphones. These guys have been receiving huge social media exposure for their covers online. They have played all the major festivals such as Glastonbury and V festival to name but a couple.

12:30am kev simm

This years winner of the BBC The Voice 2016. The former Liberty X singer joins us live on stage to perform a number of tracks from the show and also has a few extra special surprises lined up for us.

DO NOT MISS THIS!!!

1.30am FIVE

One of the UKs biggest boybands will be performing all of their hits, Keep On Movin, If Ya Getting Down, Slam Dunk The Funk and more. Five enjoyed remarkable success worldwide, particularly in the United Kingdom, throughout Europe, Asia, Australasia, North and South America.

sun 29th May 15:00 The Jackson Kay Band

This party band play a feel good get up and dance songs ranging from funky disco & soul to up to the minute chart pop, and indie and many more, great way to start your afternoon

17:00 Nigel Clark -DODGY-

The lead singer of the band DODGY will be performing all his classic hits such as Good Enough, Staying out for the Summer, and many more of his own songs and other tracks as well

19:00 THE FLIP BAND

This quirky trio from Blackpool bring you modern and old classics songs with a twist, A violin, a guitar and a set of Bongo Drums sets the scene and these guys get the party started anywhere.

21:00 JONNY 2 BAD

Johnny2Bad are an 8 piece band who perform the Ultimate tribute to the Music of the Legendary Reggae act UB40, Playing All their Hits and more, as well as performing other covers of other artistes as well.

23:00 The Manytones

The Ultimate 6 piece band, performing classics from Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Mark Ronson and many more fronted with an amazing female vocalist this band will rock your socks off.

1.00am GRANDMASTER FLASH

The legendary DJ godfather of HIP HOP will be on the decks live on stage.

Grandmaster Flash closed Glastonbury last year performing on stage with Mark Ronson and Mary J Blige and now we have him at our very first Darwen Live.

He will be performing a 90 minute DJ set including his classics The Message, White Lines and many more. BE EARLY!

MAIN STAGE sun 29th May 15:00 THE KAR – PETS

Former frontman of the Inspiral Carpets, Tom Hingley, brings his new band to Darwen performing classic Inspirals tracks and some Madchester anthems.

16:00 FEAR THE FALLEN

Original guitar based band delivering a heavy rock based eclectic mix of riff-driven rock and classic sounds. Formed and based in Darwen.

16:45 VILLIERS

Dark and Brooding new wave tinged music from the Ribble valley.

17:30 paris taylor

Paris is an award winning singer from Darwen who has been performing on the local music scene with her unique style of delivery for a few years now. Quite possibly Darwen’s next claim to fame!!

18:15 RIME SUSPEX

Rime Suspex are a Blackburn three piece group who combine elements of R&B, Pop and Rap with an acoustic edge to create their own unique sound.

19:00 THE BENEFIT CHEATS

‘Non stop, 200mph agit punk as relevant today as it was 40 years ago’, is one description and with an unhealthy dedication to performing you can be sure they won’t leave anything on the stage. Several members are from Darwen – but had never met until the band formed.

19:45 THE SOUL CONVICTS

TSC are a Funk/Soul outfit comprised of some of the best musicians in the Lancashire area. Playing Soul, Disco, Funk and Pop, you’ll be dancing all night to some classic covers!

20:45 WENDY JAMES (ex Transvision Vamp) Wendy James has evolved in music legacy to where her first band Transvision Vamp is an iconic and collectable favorite and her new music is constantly a push for ever more current attitude and talent, followed and bought by proceeding generations of Alt-Rock n Roll fans the world over.

Cited by Miley Cyrus as her original pin-up and at the same time being on par with Patti Smith as an uncompromising artist, songwriter and musician. Originally from London, now resident of NYC, she has achieved what few can or have: longevity and a forward motion trajectory in New Wave Garage Rock.

MAIN STAGE mon 30th May 14:30 GRACE DAVIES

19 year old singer/songwriter from Lancashire, NW England. Recently appearing on BBC Introducing and destined for greatness.

15:15 WINTERFIRE

5 Piece local metal band whose influences include Iron Maiden and Megadeth.

16:00 WAGONTOWN

Wagontown are a trio playing acoustic, bluegrass foot tapping tunes, with vocal harmonies, they come from the town where they use to make wagons, not Texas no, that’s Leyland to you and me.

16:45 INDIA MILL

One of Darwen’s favourites and a welcome return to our main stage, alternative-rock with a left-field, individual approach, and everyman appeal.

17:35 SKA FACE

A 10 piece Ska band from Blackpoolon-Sea with a combined age exceeding 450 years, old enough to know better but young enough not to care. We play classic Ska and 2 Tone with an infectious groove and unstoppable energy that just makes you want to dance.

18:35 JAMES ATKIN

James is responsible for singing one of the biggest hits of the 90s ‘Unbelievable’ with the band EMF. He went on to have massive success clocking up a No. 1 American single, platinum album sales and an Ivor Novello nomination for song writing. James was also heavily involved with the seminal dance act ‘Bentley Rhythm Ace’; this saw him headlining numerous festivals and electronic music event all over the world.

19:45 TOPLOADER

Toploader are a British band from Eastbourne who formed in 1997, with over two million album sales to their name and a string of top 20 hits both home and abroad. Their debut album, Onka’s Big Moka, sold over 1 million units and remained in the Top 5 of the UK album chart for over six months. Their cover of King Harvest’s song “Dancing in the Moonlight” became a global hit for the band. Their second album, Magic Hotel, reached number 3 in the UK Albums Chart.

the millstone sun 29th May 12:30 The Lanterns

From the hills of the North-west catalyst, inspired by indie, math and 80’s jazz/pop flares a riddled upbeat dreamy frequency. ‘Lanterns’ are a vivacious 3-piece come out of the cold North-West of England. Transcending yet complementing the dead-ends of the surrounding Mill towns, of Accrington and Helmshore, Lanterns sound feels like its passed to you straight out the mature 80’s.

14:00 remedy

Remedy is a well-established four piece band from Manchester and Lancashire playing original music since 1996 that has a great distinctive sound. Lee Clayton (Lead Singer/Guitar's) David Lightfoot (Keyboards/ Backing vocals) Mick Williams (Bass,Backing vocals) Martin Tolley (Drums/Triangle)

15:30 Johny Oates band

Fresh, raw and young, local band: these guys are a must see. With a unique, acoustic rock/blues based sound mixed with the finesse of violin and the raw power and passion of saxophone, this up and coming band possess all the credentials.

Following their recent performance at Manchester Academy, critics have stated that "it definitely won't be the last time I see them" and that they are "ones to watch for sure".

18:30 dc overload

a newly formed Rock/Metal band specializing in classic AC/DC songs we are not a tribute band,We do classic AC/DC songs with a heavier twist!

20:00 champagne nippers

The Champagne Nippers are essentially a 4 piece Blooze Rock Band from Preston who have been playing together for a couple of years now, creating interest locally. The guys have a plethora of previous musical experience and diversity.

Promising “Something Old, New, Borrowed but Blue”, they choose some different- but not too obscure tracks, aiming to deliver a set of entertaining/ foot tapping music both good to watch and listen to.

21:30 blue elephants

A Bolton based Rock Covers band playing a mix of popular songs from the 50s to the present day.

the millstone mon 30th May 12:30 good foxy

Good Foxy formed over a shared love of music and experiences in the Summer of 2013. In the past two years they have gone from strength to strength, recording their first EP and debut album, funded by fan donations on Kickstarter.

14:00 Wagontown

An acoustic trio from Leyland where they make wagons, hence Wagontown. We play everything from The Dubliners to Motorhead in an electrifying Bluegrass style

15:30 Blue bloods band

The Blue Bloods are a 5 piece guitar band that play a tribute to the Best of British rock/pop/indie/ punk. Upbeat guitar anthems from the 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, 00's, up to present day are covered in their colourful high energy set. These talented musicians come together from their other music projects to play a limited number of gigs per year. Legendary bands from a bygone era such as The Beatles, The Stones, The Who, The KInks, Bowie, Slade, mixed with punk legends the Sex Pistols, The Clash, Sham 69, Undertones, Buzzcocks. Blend in a bit of The Stone Roses, Oasis, Blur, The Smiths, the Jam, Kaiser Chiefs, Stereophonics and Pulp. Add a smattering of The Vaccines and the Arctic Monkeys and what you get is a great festival set of foot stompin', singin' and dancin'!

17:00 Jordan Richards

Singer/songwriter and has been performing since the age of 14. Performing songs of all genres from many different eras.

18:30 bax rafter

Four piece band from Manchester playing the best alternative new wave. Known for high energy gigs playing 30+ song sets, Bax Rafter have a fantastic authentic sound with keyboards and an impressive DMX light show to match.

20:00 fogpocket

A 5 piece blues/rock band based in Leyland. The bands focus is to bring a new dimension of blues genre with some closely related rock attributes that illustrate the passion and feel that leaves the audience with hopefully, a memorable event. Straying away from the norm...the band have carefully selected numbers from across the Atlantic to the shores of the UK with covers that have enabled justice to be given to the songwriters and identify to what Fogpocket aspire.

number 39 sun 29th May 13:30 Laura Tailor

Hard hitting poetry/spoken word. (acoustic lounge)

14:00 Naut

Electronic grooves and soundscapes (main)

14:45 Steven Warwick

Acoustic singer songwriter (acoustic lounge)

15:00 Roosevelt Room Acoustic - indie/pop (main room)

15:45 Phil Flemming

Acoustic guitar vocalist with world flavours (acoustic lounge)

16:30 The Broux

Indie/pop quartet (main room)

17:15 Steve Sagar

Acoustic blues (acoustic lounge)

18:00 Panjenix

Punk with humour (main room)

19:00 Graham -Bear- Phillipson Singer songwriter (acoustic lounge)

19:30 Brother Bastion Solo blues/rock (acoustic lounge)

20:00 Pigwitch

Original heavy rock (main room)

21:00 Bad Cardigan

Guitar/vocals duo. Indie, edgy folk. (acoustic lounge)

22:00 Trevor Roots & The Collaborators Manchester’s legendary reggae singer headlines our weekend with his 6 piece band. (main room)

number 39 mon 30th May 13:30 CJ

Cherrybomb frontman playing his own self penned material. (acoustic lounge)

14:00 Blowjangles

Colourful large street band, lots of fun! (main room)

14:45 Alan Hough

Original and traditional folk songs on guitar and mandolin. (acoustic lounge)

15:30 The Boneshakers

Darwen band originally formed in 1964 still playing old school R&B! (main room)

16:15 The Walrus

Original and contemporary folk/pop. (acoustic lounge)

16:45 Stovepipe Bluegrass (main room)

17:30 Chantelle Barrow

Folk/pop/blues guitar/vocals (acoustic lounge)

18:00 Scarlet Skies Folk/pop quartet. (main room)

18:30 Zero Panjenix

Acoustic punk with humour (acoustic lounge)

19:00 The Gamblers

70’s/80’s indie/punk/pop (main room)

19:45 Teri Birtwistle & Greg Walker Soul/blues/folk (acoustic lounge)

20:30 John The Baptist & The Second Coming Heavy groove, kraut rock, psychedelic space rock. (main room)

21:15 Maelor Hughes

Folk/rock singer songwriter established on the UK festival scene. (acoustic lounge)

22:00 Riders In The Ska

Quintet presenting a tongue in cheek tribute to Cliff & The Shadows….. ska, dub/reggae style……party night! (main room)

The PARK sun 29

th May

14:00pm Nathan Sturgess & Band

Brought together from the far reaches of Darwen, this three piece rock band are here for one day only, do not miss it.

15:00 Grace Davies

Grace Davies is a 19-year-old singer-songwriter hailing from the rural Lancashire village of Langho.

Her voice has a rich, smoky tone with a wide range; not surprising from someone who sites their influences as Carmen McRae, Etta James, Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald. Her songwriting was heavily influenced by modern writers Ben Howard, Ed Sheeran, Emeli Sande and Mumford & Sons; artists that inspired Grace’s clever lyrics. Her style has a quirky individuality, which perfectly reflects her down-to-earth personality and edgy ‘tell it like it is’ sense of humour.

16:00 Catalina Wine Mixer

Catalina Wine Mixer return to The Park Inn, Darwen. A selection of Rock, Indie and Britpop classics from the last four decades will be on offer, along with some new entries to the set list and a Wine Mixer original!

17:00 Dogtooth

A young band from Glasgow playing their own brand of energetic Mod rock and covering an eclectic mix of punk classics from legendary bands The Jam, The Clash and The Who the young three-piece are taking the UK gig scene by storm.

19:00 Absolute Heroes

Absolute Heroes are an energetic, lively and passionate band fronted by Darwener Foxy, with guitarist, bass & drummer from the Blackburn/Accrington area. Playing a mix of songs from their Heroes past & present!! There’s a bit of Punk, Mod, Ska & Indie, there’s something for everyone!!

21:00 Jodanuki

Jodanuki have been together for approximately 40 years now with more or less the same line up for most of that time.

We have covered most styles in our time but prefer the classic rock songs of the 70’s - 80’s

Dogtooth 17:00

The PARK mon 30

th May

14:00 Jordan Richards

23 year old singer songwriter from Darwen. Performing many songs from many eras. Grab a drink, have a listen.

15:00pm Scarlet Skies Scarlet skies are a lively four piece band from Rossendale who deliver original bluesy, soulful rock n roll,beautiful songs with amazing powerful female vocals.

16:00pm Blowjangles

Let’s say that they are a bit of Reggae, a touch of Ska, a sprinkling of Jazz, a mess of 60’s tunes and an overabundance of big & bouncy numbers that will have you smiling from start to finish.

The best walkabout festival band in the UK. They are a multi age, multi cultural, multi talented group of 14 who play sax, sousaphone, trumpet, drums and percussion.

Come and join them and ENJOY YOURSELF!!

17:00pm Johnny Boy Soul

Born in Bolton, Johnny was destined for a life in music. Taking early influences from his parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, Johnny was surrounded from a very early age by a wide variety of music from Northern Soul, Tamla Motown, Mod, Punk and Rock and Roll.

Johnny first learned of his love for being on stage as a teenager when he and friends formed their first band ‘The Shakers’ in which Johnny played Bass Guitar and helped out with the vocals. They would play at gigs anywhere and everywhere they could around their local area, entertaining audiences in pubs and clubs across Bolton and beyond.

19:00pm Good Foxy

Supporting established acts like Status Quo, Big Country, and The Doors Alive has helped raise awareness of Good Foxy amongst an older, musically aware audience. The bands style is firmly rooted in the music created in the halcyon days of the 70’s; with a nod to Led Zeppelin, The Doors and Mountain, also more restrained acoustic artists like Nick Drake and Tim Buckley, but always original and eclectic.

20:00 Brassneck

Brassneck are a four piece band assembled via the gift of music. They give you Punk, old and new!

Just classic punk done with ‘feeling’

Cue Music productions are proud to be part of Darwen Live 2016 Our family run business have been providing PA systems to venues in and around Darwen for 17 years and have watched Darwen Live grow and grow!

With our new premises we are now able to offer high class rehearsal rooms and recording facilities.

Come and pay us a visit or give us a call on 01254 775560 Cue Music Productions Unit1 Premier Mill Begonia Street Darwen BB3 2DP

Darwen Pubwatch is a voluntary organisation, It’s aim is to achieve a safer drinking environment in all licensed premises that facilitate a Pubwatch scheme.

It allows members to easily communicate and quickly circulate Pubwatch information with the aim of tackling crime and anti-social behaviour, which can make a real difference to improving the safety of people working and socialising in our town centre venues

CJay Good Foxy Grace Davies Grandmaster Flash Poppy Holiday Dogtooth Wendy James Toploader

Salute are a military charity who are providing first aid this year