Upcoming events – All live music is on Saturdays
Other events are Wednesdays
Feb 7th…Closed….sadly no gig, the lights may be on, but not open for business.
Open Mic Night. Wednesday 11th February. 7pm
Whether you sing, play, read poetry, or just love supporting local talent, this is your night to shine (or cheer!)….
All ages welcome but would ask for u/18’s to be accompanied.
This event is free to attend.
Valentines night…14th Feb
Lisa Nora
All the way from Holland and making waves here now….so come and fall in love with her music. Until I’ve finally caught up with how to update the website, here is a ticket link to this event:
Death Cafe. Wednesday 18th February. 7pm
Free to attend, a gathering to talk about death, not as a ‘taboo’ subject but a place to talk freely about doubts, questions and experiences. This is not one on one therapy, but has been a place or healing and constructive learning. Food and refreshment avail. Any questions…please feel free to get in touch with Martine, The Doula. martine@collumbien.net
Emily Maguire & Jody Prewett. Saturday 21st February. 7pm
Feb 25th…Comedy returns with six emerging acts…
Mail me if you’d like to come, free to attend/free tickets, but pls bring £10 cash for the hat!
Foxpalmer & Rae Isla. Saturday 28th February. 7pm
Also on the bill tonight is Rae Isla, an American singer-songwriter, musician, and composer (click the image to YouTube, whose music is stunningly beautiful)… her work blends folk, indie rock, and alt-country influences with cinematic storytelling. Originally from Bainbridge Island, Washington and now based in Los Angeles, she began her musical journey as a classical cellist before expanding into songwriting and multi-instrumental performance. A Berklee College of Music alum, Rae released her debut album Another Life in 2021, followed by New Frontier in 2024, showcasing her evolution as an artist and producer. Her music has been featured in film and television, and she is known for intimate, immersive live performances and a forward-thinking approach to independent artistry.
Step Right Up…the music of Tom Waits
14th March
Step right up and accept our invitation to the Blues as Drawingroom veterans Stuart Maxwell (vocals/harmonica/organ/piano) and Nick Johnson (vocals/guitars/piano/harmonium) are joined by Chris Johnson (vocals/guitars) and Alex Davis (double bass) to present an eclectic selection of Tom Waits’ brilliant songs.
Join us on a journey from Waits’ folky 70s singer-songwriter origins through tender ballads, twisted blues, black comedy, smoky jazz, spoken word, graveyard gospel, haunted lullabies and Faustian cabaret.
Tom Waits is a true original with such an idiosyncratic vocal style he can’t be copied and each of his albums inhabits its own sonic world. A prolific songwriter, his diverse catalogue has been covered by artists including Bruce Springsteen, Rod Stewart, Bette Midler, John Hammond, The Ramones, Pearl Jam, Johnny Cash, The Eagles, Norah Jones, Blind Boys of Alabama, Scarlett Johansson and Robert Plant & Alison Krauss.
This is not a tribute show to Tom Waits’ stage persona – no hats, no attempts at imitation – but it is a celebration of some of the best songs of the past 50 years. Even if you’re not a die-hard Waits fan, you probably know more than you think…. This show will have two sets with an interval and may involve use of a loudhailer!
The Musicians
Stuart Maxwell has been singing the blues for over 40 years, fronting European and UK touring favourites Storm Warning, three years fronting Mick Ralphs’ Blues Band, plus his own Barnstormers, Shufflepack, Big River Blues and Blues Raiders.
Chris Johnson, Nick Johnson and Alex Davis are all members of Everything Under The Sun, the collective that has performed classic albums including Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here at cathedrals round the country. Chris and Nick also perform their own material under the Chris & Nick Johnson name, playing venues from folk clubs to festivals, headlining and also supporting the likes of Steve Knightley (Show of Hands), Seth Lakeman and The Dunwells and will be performing at Chesham Fringe 2026. Nick was a member of the reformed Thunderclap Newman and has toured with Big Country drummer and session legend Mark Brzezicki as well as playing guitar with Stuart Maxwell.
21st March Little Edge
Ian Smith Nigel Kippax Dennis Pearman
Dennis Pearman (Guitar/vocal) Ian Smith (Bass) and Nigel…who wrote, Dennis and Ian were formally members of the ‘Kite Band’ which played the annual Pepper Concerts for many years raising funds for the Pepper Foundation in Tring. www.little-edge.co.uk
28th March
The Barnstormers final gig!
The Barnstormers have graced this place for almost six years…this will be their last performance as each member becomes busy with other bands and directions. It’s been a treat; they’ve been a really special part of coming out of lockdown and silence, through sub-zero temperatures and balmy summer nights, they have brought life laughter and above all LIVE music into our lives. I’m not sure who of the band will be here, but it will truly be a stunning night as perhaps never before. Make sure you get your tickets ASAP.
