7:30 Thursday 20th March
Gary Stewart's Graceland with Edwina Hayes
and Emily Slade
(The Engine Shed)
Gary Stwart's Graceland
Led by the legendary troubadour Gary Stewart, and backed by his incredible 6-piece band, this spectacular group of musicians come together to recreate Paul Simon’s landmark Graceland album in all its glory.
Expect to hear those magical songs, with their captivating stories, distinctive harmonies and South African rhythms brought to life in front of you with no detail spared; from the layers of guitars and percussion, right down to the legendary bass solos and maybe even some token dance moves – if you’re lucky!
Let the singing, dancing and nostalgia take hold and pretend you’re basking under the hot summer sun in South Africa.
“Gary Stewart & his band masterfully recreated not just the sound of Paul Simon’s Graceland album but also the energy and soul that makes the original recording such a huge joy to listen to. An ambitious and wonderful feat to achieve in a live performance.” Underneath the Stars Festival
Edwina Hayes
A very welcome return to Wetherby for one of the finest female singer/songwriters this country has produced in years. Edwina brings together English folk, Americana and the rich Northern singer/songwriter tradition to create a sound that’s truly her own. Edwina's 4th album Ruby Rose was released in 2022.
Highly accomplished she’s toured with such notable performers as Jools Holland, Van Morrison, Nanci Griffith and Loudon Wainwright III to name just a few.
Emily Slade
We also welcome back Emily Slade who is an outstanding acoustic guitarist, singer-songwriter from Hertfordshire. The partnership between her enchanting voice and intricate guitar playing are rarely found in one person, making Emily a captivating performer. Her debut album ‘Shire Boy’ led to a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award nomination, and she now tours as part of the mighty Phil Beer Band.
7:30, Thursday 20th March
The Engine Shed, York Rd, Wetherby, LS22 7SU
Watch the website for more terrific line-ups...
George Boomsma, White Sail, Chechelele, Gaelforce, Alistair Russell, Makk, Gary Stewart's Graceland, Edwina Hayes, Emily Slade, Katie Spencer, Iona Lane, Winter Wilson, Tom Bliss, Den Miller, Charlie Barker, Pete Davis (MS/MND Charity night),
Boo Hewerdine, Reg Meuross, Virginia & John Kettle (Merry Hell), Lindisfarne