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Peter Bruntnell (band show)
Genre : Music - General
Rolling Stone once declared PETER BRUNTNELL to be, ?one of England's best kept musical secrets?. England has successfully managed to keep Peter Bruntnell a secret for all this time, even from itself. ?Maybe this will be the album to finally give him the worldwide superstar recognition he deserves!?, enthused every other Peter Bruntnell album review from the last 20+ years, with an admirably unwavering optimism. ?If we lived in a just world, Peter Bruntnell would by now be in the middle of his third or fourth global arena tour, his biggest worry working out how to courier his latest armful of Grammy awards back to the UK so his butler could have them installed in the west wing of mansion by the time he got home,? said a feature in The Guardian in 2016, intent on letting the cat out of the bag, but failing miserably. Needless to say, we don?t live in a just world and Peter Bruntnell is still having to get by without a butler. Although perhaps the curriculum is to blame for this failure to ignite mass awareness, with not one teacher in the past two decades known to have heeded the call from NME to teach Peter?s songs in schools.
Houdini And The Sucker Punch marks a return to more familiar musical territory for Peter, with less solo and synth than his previous album, more Johnny Marr style guitar, Stephen Malkmus fuzz, Neil Young grunge, Richard Thompson and a bit of The Byrds. It features Peter?s long-term bandmates alongside pedal steel virtuoso Eric Heywood, Jay Farrar (Son Volt / Uncle Tupelo), Mark Spencer (Son Volt), James Walbourne (The Pretenders / His Lordship) & cellist Laura Anstee.
The new album has garnered all the predictably pleasing praise of previous albums, with a handful of writers suggesting that it?s on a par with, or perhaps even surpasses, Peter?s 1999 alt-country classic Normal For Bridgwater and has also found itself featuring in a number of End of Year lists, including Mojo Magazine?s Top 5 Americana Albums of 2024.
Peter will be joined by his full band.
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Support comes from JOANA SERRAT. Joana is a Catalonian born singer-songwriter based in London who has been playing on stages throughout Europe since 2012. Her music is a blend of folk, americana and shoegaze that results in what she calls ?folk gaze?. Joana has released six albums, which have been praised internationally.
The Hope & Ruin stands as a vital artery within Brighton's cultural landscape, a dedicated grassroots music venue and pub that champions independent artists from the city and beyond. It serves as a consistent platform for emerging talent and established acts, fostering a dynamic exchange that enriches the local creative community and contributes to the national live music circuit.
Inside, the atmosphere is defined by a deliberate, artful chaos. Reclaimed objects and worn wood surfaces contribute to a characterful patina, while the soft glow of fairy lights illuminates a space that feels both lived-in and perpetually vibrant. The air often carries the faint scent of hops and the anticipation of live sound, creating an environment that encourages discovery and connection.
The venue prides itself on a 100% plant-based offering across its food and drink menus, featuring local craft beers, ciders, and spirits alongside a popular vegan kitchen. While the main bar area on the ground floor offers step-free access and accessible toilet facilities, the upstairs music venue is accessed via a flight of stairs.
Throughout the week, The Hope & Ruin hosts a diverse programme of events. Beyond the regular live music performances, patrons can expect evenings dedicated to DJs, art happenings, engaging quizzes, and spoken word events, ensuring a continuous flow of creative expression within its walls.
11 Queens Road,
Brighton,
East Sussex,
England,
BN1 3WA.
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