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Don't miss this double headline show from two of the finest Americana singing, songwriting troubadours out there.

Annie Keating (Brooklyn, NY)

Talent spotted by BBC Radio's Bob Harris, Keating appeared on the Bob Harris show, then at leading international festivals including Take Root (Netherlands), Glasgow Americana Festival (Scotland), the NJ Folk Festival, The Brooklyn Indie Music Fest, Maverick fest (UK), NXNE (Canada) and The Brooklyn Americana Fest. She has played on the bill with John Hiatt, Dan Bern, Bon Iver & other greats, and toured extensively in England, Scotland, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands & Denmark.

?Country-rock, with a renegade bite.?
? LA Weekly

?Tenderly meaningful folk Americana exactly as it should be heard.?
? Folk Words

?Keating is building the reputation her talent deserves."
? The Telegraph

?One of the most refreshing female acts to come down the pike in a long while. Deep and provocative songs.?
? Maverick Magazine

Danni Nicholls:

Hailing from Bedfordshire, England growing up on the American roots music of her Anglo-Indian grandmother?s record collection, Danni Nicholls has been paving her way in the Americana/roots scene for over a decade, building a loyal fan base and much critical praise.

With three acclaimed studio albums, produced by and featuring some of Nashville's finest under her belt and the wind still in her sails from three consecutive Americana Music Association UK award nominations plus extensive tours and opening slots with the likes of The Secret Sisters and Lucinda Williams, Danni, her powerful, arresting voice and her dynamically poetic songs are ever-gaining presence and reach.

?I absolutely love the elegance and beauty of her music? - Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2

?Smoky soul, folk-pop and heart-wrenching alt-country, all in a rich voice? - Q Magazine

?Sumptuous?a warm wry line in confessional songwriting? - UNCUT

?An artist full of soul and wisdom?? - Maverick Music Magazine

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Here at Esquires, we have three bars each offering something different. Over nearly 3 decades , the 250 capacity Main Stage has played host to some of the UK’s biggest bands. Muse, Coldplay, Franz Ferdinand, Elbow, Biffy Clyro, The Libertines, Wolf Alice, Royal Blood, Alt-J, Bloc Party, and Enter Shikari have all graced our little stage. And we’re still the place to catch the stars of tomorrow today…

Esquires’ Bar is open Wednesday to Sunday and offers a friendly atmosphere, although it can get competitive around the pool table! Every Wednesday night is our always popular ‘Jam Session’ (with full backline), so bring along an instrument and join in. Additionally, there’s free live music most Fridays and Saturdays, along with the now legendary ‘Sunday Sessions’.

And finally Holy Moly’s with regular gigs, club nights and acoustic sessions. Don’t forget to check out our two guardian angels, Jimi and John, on the stained glass windows. Holy Moly’s is also available for private hire, please call us on (01234) 340120.

Fiercely independent and alternative. No dress code, no idiots.

Age Policy: All gigs at Esquires are 16+. If you look young for your age, bring ID! 14-15 year olds can attend only if accompanied by their parent / legal guardian. Club Nights downstairs on a Friday / Saturday are strictly 18+.

60A Bromham Road,

Bedford,

Bedfordshire,

England,

MK40 2QG.

01234 340 120