CHORLTON ARTS FESTIVAL!!!
What's On At Iguana Bar..?

Thursday 20th - Saturday 29th May 2010

Friday 14th May
CAF RADIO LAUNCH PARTY!!!
8pm till 1am
 
To celebrate the launch of CAF Radio we're hosting a party with live performances from Manchester Legend 'George Borowski & The fabulous Wonderfuls' Plus and exclusive performance from 'Rook & The Ravens!'
 
Thursday 20th May
Iguana Jam
8.00pm till 12.00am
 
Jazz, Soul, Funk & Blues Open Jam Session with ‘Mercury Quartet’. www.myspace.com/mercuryquartet
 
Friday 21st May 2010

The Grate Debate
7.00pm till 8.30pm

‘Go Scrawl On Your Own Wall, Graffiti Anti-Social Art’

 Councils spend millions of pounds erasing it. Young graffiti artists spend millions creating it. Is graffiti OK so long as it’s on someone else’s wall? Would you give graffiti artists the keys to your home? On the continent, even the walls of people’s houses get the graffiti treatment

Some companies spend thousands funding graffiti, and there’s people who making a living out of it. So is it people’s art or anti-social art?

Have your say in ‘The Grate Debate’
 
For further details contact: info@iguanabar.co.uk

Selection Box
8.40pm till 1.00am 

Tonight, Iguana Bar showcases an all female bill with performances from both local and regional talent. For more information check us out at www.myspace.com/iguanabarchorlton

Kaya
Kaya is a dynamic performer and a prolific songwriter with quality vocals and an impressive track record performing at the Royal Variety Show, with Ringo Starr at the Capital of Culture 2008 opening and as a finalist of BBC’s ‘Last Choir Standing’.

Described by Joe Shooman (Drowned In Sound Magazine) as ‘one of the most compelling, complete and classy acts you likely every to see’ ‘these are real songs performed by an artist deserving of a wider stage. The widest stage’. Highly recommended.

http://www.myspace.com/kayaherstad

Kristyna Myles
Already being described as one of the hottest new singer-songwriters in Britain today, Krystina has performed on BBC1, supported Mick Hucknall on his UK tour and performed to rave reviews in Germany and France.

In 2008 Kristyna broke into the UK album chart Top 10 when one of her songs appeared alongside tracks from Amy Winehouse and Erykah Badu on the Universal Music compilation album ‘Songbird 2008’. Kristyna was the only unsigned artist to be featured on the album. Catch her one off exclusive performance at Iguana Bar! Highly recommended.

http://www.kristynamyles.com


Taylor & The Mason
This female duo, describe their sound as “folky-dirty-stomping music” which gives a general idea as to what you might expect to hear. Their influences vary wildly from Motown to Joni Mitchell, Damien Rice to Old Soul. Expect an eclectic mix of acoustic sounds with stunning harmonies and bubbly personalities.

http://www.myspace.com/taylorandthemason

Lucy Allen
Taking influence from the likes of Joni Mitchell, Jeff Buckley, Eva Cassidy and Annie Lennox singer/songwriter Lucy Allen is an engaging and distinctive performer. Her acoustic group captures the sweet sincerity of her song writing, adding uplifting guitar riffs and delicate vocals into the mix. A welcome addition to the Manchester acoustic scene.

http://www.myspace.com/lucyallen

Resident DJ Ruby Nix spinning Old Soul, New Wave, Rare Groove, Disco and much more…
 
Saturday 22nd May 2010
Alvinos Reggae BBQ
12.00pm till 4.00pm

Join us for a special BBQ served up by our friends from mossides finest Caribbean takeaway ‘Alvinos’ established over 40 years! Chill out to some live Reggae music, enjoy some BBQ Jerk Chicken, grab a Pina Colada or a Rum Punch, sit back, relax and enjoy!

Saturday 22nd May (Continued)
Iguana’s Finest Part 1
8.00pm till 1.00am

Genre: Folk/Ska/Pop/Acoustic

Over the years Iguana has showcased some of the best talent Manchester has to offer. Tonight we’ve specially hand picked some of our personal favourites to showcase as part of CAF and have put together and unmissable line up. 

Paper Boats
Encompassing Nick Cave esc lyrics and those epic moments associated with the likes of Arcade Fire, their sound results in something incredibly special and unusually refreshing. Paper Boats’ impressive line up includes Violin, Piano, Drums, Double Bass, Trumpet, Guitar and Lead Vocals from hearty Singer/Songwriter Petty Thief. Highly recommended.

www.myspace.com/paperboatsuk

The Quangos
Entertaining, endearing and immediately likeable. This trio of young Manchester lads have successfully veered away from the generic Indie/Rock sound by mixing Indie with Ska & Pop creating something upbeat and charming that you cant help but smile at with impressive vocals from front man Josh Goddard. Highly recommended

Any Idle Clone
Any Idle Clone is a solo music project in which all material is written, performed and produced by Chorlton-based singer/songwriter Dan Conley. With a subtle brilliance, both vocally and in his writing, Dan’s songs are likely to tug at your heartstrings if you listen with the intent of understanding the depth of their meaning.

www.myspace.com/anyidleclone

Tom Lannon
Soulful and imaginative, Tom’s songs are likely to take you back to a place you’ve been at one time in your life. His husky tone, powerful vocals and expressive lyrics make for an emotional combination, bound to keep your eyes peeled and your ears pricked for the duration.

www.myspace.com/tomlannon

Sunday 23rd May 2010
Blue Canvas Tea Party
12.00pm till 4.00pm

Genre: Bossanova/Jazz 

Join us as Iguana Bar for relaxing Sunday afternoon tea served with home made fairy cakes, hot crossed buns and light bites with live, Bossanova and smooth Jazz from ‘Blue canvas’.
Children welcome.
 
Sunday 23rd May 2010 (Continued)
Herb Talk & Walk with Tim Moorehouse
2.30 till 4.30
Tickets: £5 Per Person (Limited Availability)
 
Starting at Iguana Bar with a talk on western herbal medicine Tim will then conduct a walk introducing the medicinal plants growing wild and in the gardens of Chorlton. Tickets can be purchased direct from Iguana Bar. For more information contact Tim on:
0161 226 5538 or visit www.greenmanherbalist.co.uk
Sunday 23rd May (Continued)
Poetry & Spoken Word Open Mic with Mark Mace
Smith                                
5pm till 6.30pm

Calling all poets and poetic people! Our one off poetry and spoken word Open Mic Night offers both established acts and new comers the chance to perform. All welcome!
Sunday 23rd May (Continued)
Iguana’s Finest Part 2                                  
8.00pm till 12.00am
 

Part 2 of Iguana’s Finest Showcases some fantastic new up and coming talent as well as some very well established musicians on the Manchester music scene. Highly recommended.

The Marivaux
 The Marivaux is a 4-piece Alternative Rock group who are arguably one of the freshest and unique sounding bands to come out of Manchester recently, formed in 2009, fronted by talented songwriter Phil McAdam.
They have already played along side acts such as George Borowski and The Fabulous Wonderfuls, The Futureheads, Rook and The Ravens, Baddies, Mark Morris (Bluetones) and many more.
The Marivaux are still young blood on the scene but are building up an impressive fan base and a following of healthy music fans who undoubtedly expect nothing but decent music and invigorating live performances from this rapidly up and coming band who have fused the best of a variety of their influences such as The Beatles, Oasis, The Smiths, RHCP, Bob Dylan, The La's, Incubus, and The Doors.

www.myspace.com/themarivaux

Back Water
An acoustic three piece band with vocal harmonies performing popular covers with a twist.
 
James Munro
At only twenty-two, singer/songwriter James Munro has both the vocal talent and song writing capabilities of someone way beyond his years. Taking influence from the likes of Bob Dylan, James has perfected his talent through the use of superlative timing, vocal dynamics and sincerity in his approach to lyric writing. His quality performances set the standard for any other Folk artists to come out of Manchester as far as were concerned.  

www.myspace.com/jamesmunromusic

Monday 24th May
Mirth on Monday
9.00pm till 12.00am
Admission: £4 / Members £2 / Life Membership £5

Live comedy extravaganza with performances from

*Parrot*

*Julian Daniel*

*Graham Goring*

*Chris Douglas*
 
*MC Des Sharples*
Tuesday 25th May
Open Mic Night
8.00pm till 12.00am
To Play: Sign up from 8pm onwards

 Hosted by female Soul, singer/songwriter Michaela Turner-Millar, Open Mic Night @ Iguana Bar has been established over nine years and continues to produce some fantastic new talent through offering new comers to the Manchester music scene the opportunity to perform in a comfortable and friendly environment as well as showcasing some well loved, established, local talent.

Wednesday 26th May
We Love Soul
8.00pm till 12.00am 

A night of contemporary Soul and Gospel music with an exclusive performance from ‘The Manchester Sing Out Choir’.

The Manchester Sing Out Choir
Established for the Manchester International Festival launch in 2005 by Chantelle Codner and Wayne Ellington, The Manchester Sing It Out Choir are a multi-cultural and cross-generational gospel choir, united by a love of music, performance and God. Their performances of both original material and cover songs are passionate and powerful with outstanding musical arrangements. This group of incredible talented, young vocalists are likely to blow you away with a performance you would not want to miss!
 
 
Hannah Atkins
An incredibly talented female Singer/Songwriter, Musician & Vocalist. A performance not to be missed.
 

Fresno
Drawing influence from Soul legend James Brown, Fresno’s Funk based sound coupled with Soulful lead vocals from Mark Barry (A former member of British Pop group BBMac) results in a smooth fusion of the two genres.

http://www.myspace.com/fresnofunk

All this followed by the ‘Chorlton Soul Club’ DJ’s spinning Rare & Classic Soul Music till past midnight!
Thursday 27th May
Iguana Jam
8.00pm till 12.00am
 
Jazz, Soul, Funk & Blues Open Jam Session with ‘Mercury Quartet’. www.myspace.com/mercuryquartet
Friday 28th May 2010
Iguana’s Finest Part 3
8.00pm till 1.00am
 
The Comrades Club
Powerful, visceral and unique, The Comrades Club use the Blues Psychedelia and pretty much anything else they fancy in order to launch a fresh faced assault on rock. Boasting similarities to Hendrix, Cream, My Bloody Valentine & Kings of Leon, The Comrades Club produce an acid blues sound with a twist.

 www.myspace.com/thecomradesclub

The Logicals
With an established track record of collaborating with the likes of Manchester legends Denise Johnson (Primal Scream - who laid down vocals for an early independent single "Going Down") and Aziz Ibrahim, The Logicals encompass both talent and professionalism and offer well-structured and memorable songs.

 www.myspace.com/thelogicals

Disco Nasties
Boasting support slots with bands such as Pete and The Pirates, Kid British and Audio Bullies this Manchester band are making a name for themselves on the Manchester Music Scene. In the last year the band have had air play on Radio 1 DJ Huw Stephens show. Manchester based drunkards.

Plus performances from:

 Rawcuss & Jess Jones

         Saturday 29th May 2010
Iguana’s Finest Part 4
8pm till late

Genre: Rock/Alternative

For the final show of the week we have put together four acts that are undoubtedly some of the best we’ve seen. Enjoy!

The Kevin Kritchley Outfit
A five-piece band that produces epic, acoustic music to powerful affect. The band provide a unique and captivating sound with an impressive line-up which includes a cellist and violinist who together give this band an instantly alternative sound from the standard
rock band.

http://www.kcomusic.com

The Leftrights
This trio boast supports slots with some of the Manchester greats including Tom Hingley (Inspiral Carpets), Kid British, Detroit Social Club & The Futureheads. Their sound is drawn from varied influences, which results in an unusual yet surprising accessible sound. The straight ahead classic rock approach of drummer Neil, coupled with melodic and experimental counterparts from Bass Payer John, & Singer/Songwriter Paul, gives them a distinct and original edge unlike any other band around.
 
 
Carrie Penty Mason
The vocal talents of Carrie Mason are accompanied by expert guitarist Ben Lee as they venture forth as a new folk duo. Their sound is honest and invigorating as they steal influence from traditional folk, the folk revival, post-folk and some stuff that isn't folk at all.

http://www.myspace.com/carriepentymason

The Acoustic Conquistador
A self taught, Spanish, Classical guitarist who plays with overt dynamic variation ranging from beautifully delicate whispering tones to the rhythmical beating up of his guitar. Along with his own compositions he also plays music by great composers such as Tarrega, Carcassi and Albinez.

www.myspace.com/arlenguitar