... at our old stamping ground, the Louis Marchesi in Tombland in the heart of historic Norwich, just opposite the famous Maid's Head Hotel, which has been a hostelrye in continuous use since they had public beheadings (though not in the saloon bar). Doctor G is off on his holidays so Dan Earp will be toting his organ on the night. Come and give him a rousing D. C. cheer! Sunday 1 September 7-10pm.
The Gull Inn at Framingham Pigot, just south of Norwich, is putting on its Beer and Music Festival between 19th and 25th August. We'll be there, naturally, at 8.30pm on Saturday 24th. The same day as the Gull's charity bungee jump. The two events are not connected. Not unless they use Nick's braces.
... get a hat! Now we have a bit of a breather before our next show (18 August at the Gemini in Dereham, 3pm, don't be late) we thought we'd allow an advert from the supplier of the band's hats. We get our hats from City Hats of Norwich, located in the front row on the right in Norwich's historic marketplace. Whether you favour a fedora, are happy with a homburg, would parade in a panama, look sexy in a sombrero or just tote a trilby, City Hats has the headwear for you. City Hats also supplies belts and braces, so your trousers won't fall down while you are admiring your new hat. You're welcome.
The band is as busy as ever this weekend. On Saturday 3rd August we’ll be at a new venue for us — the Tyneside Club in Sunny Sheringham: showtime at 8:45pm. Watch out for some raucous rug-cutting.
The very next day, Sunday 4th August in complete contrast we’re at an old favourite of ours, the Bull in Dereham for a relaxed afternoon set starting at 2pm.
And just by way of some advance notice: we’re honoured to be taking part in Attleborough’s Heritage Open Day with a concert at Attleborough Town Hall on Saturday 21 September at 8pm. The event is free but you will need a ticket. To reserve yours, phone Attleborough Town Council on 01953 456194; send an email or follow this link for details. Booking is open now but closes on 6 September!
"It's Pride today!" said D. C. last night at the Louis Marchesi. "Me, I'm very proud." Yesterday Norwich became Party Central as Pride hit the city, and there was no better way to end the day than party down with the band at one of our favourite venues. It was packed with revelers until way after we finished, who howled for more even as we were packing up to go home. Don't worry if you missed us - we're back at the Louis on 1 September, 13 October and 8 December. And if you can't wait that long, we have a busy August ahead starting at the Tyneside Club in Sheringham this Saturday, 3 August at 8.45pm, and the next afternoon -- Sunday 4 August, 2pm - at the Bull in Dereham. Follow The Hat!
