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One reviewer recently wrote ? "Daniel Champagne exudes a natural ease on stage, as he sings poignant lyrics and beautifully crafted melodies that invariably whisk the heart up with grand romanticism. Coupled with an exhilarating guitar talent that transcends mere acoustic playing to replicate a whole band, Champagne is just magical" (themusic.com.au).

The story goes that the young Australian singer, songwriter and one-of-a-kind guitar virtuoso first picked up his instrument of choice as a five-year-old following in the footsteps of a musical father. He began writing songs at 12, training classically throughout his teens and performing solo wherever he could, honing his craft and developing what would become the dynamite live show that he is renowned for today. At 18 he left school, turned professional and hit the road.

The following decade saw him release 5 studio albums, tour relentlessly around the globe with upwards of 300 shows per year, play some of the biggest festivals under the sun and share stages with the likes of Tommy Emmanuel, INXS, John Butler, Lucinda Williams, Ani DiFranco, Judy Collins and Rodrigo y Gabriela.

In early 2020 as the COVID pandemic ground all touring to a halt, Daniel returned to Australia writing music and further honing his craft and will return to international audiences with a swag of new songs and a complete new live show. For fans of guitar, songs or just artistic expression at it?s finest this show is a must see!

?Daniel Champagne is a crossroads. Fusing the strong traditions of Blues, Folk and other roots art with pop showmanship and admirable lyrical ability. I firmly believe that he will become an ambassador for roots music in a time where it desperately needs representation.? (The Indie Blender, Canada).

?One of the more amazing young percussive guitarists touring the world right now? (Blank, Gold Coast, Australia).

?Today I saw the future of Folk ? Festival goers flocking in their thousands towards the main stage to witness the young musical phenomenon from Australia dish out an absolute show-stopper at the evening? send.? (Firefly Column, USA).

?Watching Daniel Champagne perform is a once in a lifetime experience. He is a true prodigy that plays like no one else could possibly play unless they spent at least two lifetimes studying the art.? (BW Review, New Zealand).

?The word Prodigy seems to entirely fall short of this soft-spoken young man?s skills, he coaxes sounds and melodies out of his instrument that literally drop jaws.? (The Calgary Herald, Canada).

?The superb talent of Daniel Champagne can?t be explained by mere words; it must be seen to be believed.? (FasterLouder, Australia).

?There?s a reason Champagne has an amazing reputation as a live performer.? (Timber And Steel, Australia)

?Within the boundaries of Folk, Champagne is an expert? (Tone Deaf).

?Champagne has proven that he?s a talent you can?t possibly ignore. His live shows have drawn rapturous responses from all corners? (Rhythms Magazine).

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Licensed Cafe.
By day our Cafe serves delicious home-cooked food, Fairly Traded coffee & tea and homemade cakes & pastries. All with a nod to local and ethical sourcing. We cater for Vegetarians, Vegans and dietary issues, just ask if you need anything not catered for on our menus. We also have a Delicatessen serving our own home-cooked food daily.

On Sunday to Thursday evenings we host the best acoustic music in the City, specialising in Folk, Roots and Americana.

On Friday and Saturday evenings the Cafe is available for private functions, weddings and parties, please call or email for more details.

Opening times shown don't include music events / comedy, most of which are ticketed.

17 York Road,

Kings Heath,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

England,

B14 7SA.

0121 443 4725