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My eleventh annual Gig in the Garden takes place on Sunday 17 July 2022. We have three great artists to enjoy with a mixture of Blues/Rock/Soul/Americana and classic songs as we welcome to Billericay the fabulous Connor Selby and his band, supported by (and back by popular demand) the wonderful Joe Slater and upcoming artist Gen Johnson. It really is an extremely talented line up.

CONNOR SELBY
Billericay's own Connor Selby is a rising British star in the traditions of Eric Clapton and Peter Green, who has already performed with his band at Wembley Stadium, at the age of 22, at the behest of The Who. Voted the ?Young Artist of the Year? in the 2020 and 2021 UK Blues Awards, the young bandleader-guitarist-vocalist draws on influences as diverse as Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Ray Charles, Free and Nick Drake, creating a soulful blend of hard-hitting blues and emotional, introspective song writing, which, at times, evokes a modern take on the best of the British blues boom of the 1960?s.

JOE SLATER
Joe played a cracking set in 2021 and it was a no brainer to invite him back to play a longer set this year. Hailing from Croxteth, Liverpool, and at just 25, Joe has a wise head on young shoulders. He says: ?Its not about the past it?s all about the future. Real music is about passion and feeling. I want people to feel my music.? When you see him, you?ll know what he means!

Joe delivers a smooth saturating blend of rock, blues and soul that is well beyond his years. Joe?s song writing and unique vocals take listeners on a journey comprised of energetic sing-alongs and anthemic ballads, full of interior and reflective moments that only the greats could inspire. With 6 instruments under his belt and musical inspirations from The Beatles, The Boss, Dire Straits, Bob Dylan and Oasis ? Joe blurs the lines between Blues, Soul and Rock ?n? Roll.

GEN JOHNSON
Many of you know I always like to give local artists an opportunity to play before an appreciative audience. This year I'm pleased to introduce Billericay singer/songwriter Genevieve Johnson as our opening act.

HOW TO FIND US Billericay Rectory can be found on Laindon Road, CM12 9LD and is a 10 minute walk from Billericay station (25 mins from Liverpool Street). We are only 5 mins off the A127 and 10 mins off the A12.

PLEASE ENTER The Rectory Garden via the small gate to the left of the Rectory on Laindon Road, not by the gate next to the Community Garden / Car Park, as this will be locked!

PARKING You can park in Emmanuel church (next door) which is just a short walk from the Rectory. There is also parking on the High Street or in the car park behind Iceland.

WEATHER In the event of inclement weather, the ?Gig in the Garden? will take place in Emmanuel.

FOOD & DRINK As with other outdoor events here at The Rectory, you are encouraged to bring along a picnic to enjoy ? alcohol allowed!

SEATING No seating is provided. Please bring a blanket or a fold-up garden chair (and something warm to wear ? just in case!!). Please note, because of limited space, no tables, gazebo?s or parasols are permitted. Please be sure to take all your litter home with you.

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Next To Emmanuel Church, Laindon Road,

Billericay,

Essex,

England,

CM12 9LD.