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The Barnstormers/Toby Bourke Reunion
After 30 years, these 2 great acts are once again performing together.
A night of high energy Americana country/rockabilly from New Jersey veterans, The BARNSTOMERS.
In a class of their own, formed in the late 80's in New Jersey, and went on to make a name for themselves in New York, New Jersey and beyond with their heated, quick paced versions of covers and original songs..
After being spotted by Dave Sharp in New York, (The ALARM guitarist at the time}, were soon asked by Sharp to be part of his first solo record, after the Alarm breakup in 1991.
With Sharp's songs, and the Americana roots rockabilly influence from The BARNSTORMERS, the album, 'Hard Travellin' was released to rave reviews, as well as an extensive tour of the U.K.
The live shows were all well received by Alarm fans and new fans alike.

Also on the bill is well known Irish singer/songwriter TOBY BOURKE, who, with 2 well received albums under his belt, sighed to George Michaels record label, Aegean Records in 1996.
He and George went on to record Toby's self penned, 'Waltz Away Dreaming', which then went on to be a top ten hit in 1997.
Toby will be performing with his full band.

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The iconic and legendary Water Rats has re-opened under new ownership and new management.

The venue has a prestigious history including Bob Dylan's first UK gig in 1962, The Pogues first gig in 1982 and Oasis' first London gig in 1994, along with a roll call of other household names throughout the years from Katy Perry to The Courteeners to Ra Ra Riot.

The Water Rats has undergone a top to bottom refurbishment.

There is a brand new high end D&B PA system, large stage and proper stage lighting rig.

Full Backline is provided if required: drum kit (minus breakables), bass amp (Hartke stack), 2 x guitar amps (Marshall stack and Fender combo).

The Water Rats is superbly located in what is the increasingly vibey music centre of King's Cross with unmatched transport links for London and beyond.

The venue also now offers great food from its brand new kitchen and a wide selection of drinks.

See you soon! The Water Rats.

328 Gray's Inn Road,

Kings Cross,

London,

Greater London,

England,

WC1X 8BZ.

020 7833 3312