by John Bownas | Dec 3, 2018 | Featured, News, Photos, Review
It may have run a little late – but who cares! When Blackmarket VIP is in full swing it’s no time to go racing off home early. The Strummerville festive celebration was a night to remember (or forget in some cases) and saw local home town heroes ALIBI...
by John Bownas | Nov 18, 2018 | News, Photos, Preview, Review
Well it seems everyone enjoyed themselves at The Brass Monkey on Thursday night as every bottle of this year’s Beaujolais stock was cleared from the shelves behind the bar! The night was a see of stripey tops and berets, with top-line live action from Marie...
by John Bownas | Sep 20, 2018 | Featured, Review
For their first gig in Hastings The Belles pulled off a blinder, playing to a packed-out Albion whilst up against stiff competition from other acts around the town. And they managed that difficult juggling trick of playing a set that switched seamlessly between...
by John Bownas | Jul 25, 2018 | News, Photos, Review
They are no strangers to this part of the world, but Sunday’s show by The Levellers was a special treat for the full-house who came along to watch a band who remain at the top of their game. The date was re-arranged from earlier in the year due to a personal...
by John Bownas | Jun 24, 2018 | Featured, Photos, Review
It’s safe to say that this is one fringe with real benefits… principle amongst which are (1) it’s in Hastings (2) it’s 99% free entry and (3) the quality of the acts is top notch. Hastings Fringe Comedy Festival is a real labour of love for...
by John Bownas | Apr 16, 2018 | Featured, Review
Trust us – when the Jenny Lind books an act you can rest assured it’s going to be a good’un. Doozer McDooze was no exception. His empassioned and stomping alt-folk songs are the highlight of many a festival weekend, and when he hits your local pub...
