Queens Head Monmouth
Quiz Night Every Tuesday - Live Music every Sunday plus frequent special nights on other days
Music Events January to September 2013 - all Free Entry
28/07/13, 22/09/13 TBC
All dates are Sunday unless noted as on another day
10/01/13 Ben Huws
13/01/13 Red River Blues
20/01/13 BabaJack
23/01/13 The John Law Quartet **WEDNESDAY JAZZ SPECIAL**
27/01/13 Bridget and the Big Girls Blues
03/02/13 Lee McCrory
10/02/13 Mayfield and the Rhythm Rats
16/02/13 SWANN
17/02/13 Ghost of A Dog
24/02/13 Jane Pearl and Lyndon Webb
03/03/13 Gary Hall
10/03/13 Little Rumba
17/03/13 Good Times
19/03/13 The Heat Death **TUESDAY JAZZ SPECIAL**
24/03/13 Ian Luther
31/03/13 Belleville Swing
07/04/13 James Hollingsworth
11/04/13 The Nat Birchall Quintet **THURSDAY JAZZ SPECIAL**
13/04/13 Red River Blues **SATURDAY SPECIAL**
14/04/13 Will Killeen
21/04/13 Rich O'Brien Project
28/04/13 My Name is Earl
01/05/13 Bonefish (from Sweden) **WEDNESDAY SPECIAL**
02/05/13 Bonefish **THURSDAY SPECIAL**
05/05/13 The Rhythm Rats
12/05/13 Kevin Figes
19/05/13 Swingtime
21/05/13 Tony-Joe BuckLash **TUESDAY JAZZ SPECIAL**
26/05/13 The Heavy Quartet
02/06/13 Ben Huws
09/06/13 Ragtime Jug Orchestra
16/06/13 Ruby Rose
23/06/13 Dan James
30/06/13 Ghost Of A Dog
03/07/13 “Cookbook Project†**WEDNESDAY JAZZ SPECIAL**
07/07/13 Red River Blues
14/07/13 Shootin' The Crow
21/07/13 Bridget and the Big Girls Blues
28/07/13 TBA
04/08/13 Rachel Austin and Lyndon Webb
11/08/13 Medicine Spoon
18/08/13 Mayfield and The Rhythm Rats
25/08/13 Lee McCrory
01/09/13 Ian Luther
08/09/13 Will Killeen
15/09/13 Ragtime Jug Orchestra
18/09/13 Asaf Sirkis **WEDNESDAY JAZZ SPECIAL**
22/09/13 Albino Frogs
29/09/13 Little Rumba
06/10/13 Willie and The Bandits
13/10/13 Rich O'Brien Project
20/10/13 My Name is Earl
27/10/13 Good Times
03/11/13 James Hollingsworth
10/11/13
17/11/13
24/11/13
01/12/13
08/12/13
15/12/13
22/12/13
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Some History - The Queens Head was a frequent resting place for Oliver Cromwell and once an attempt was made to assassinate him. The unlucky cavalier was unsuccesful and was chased into the bar and shot.There have been many reported sightings of ghosts on the premises. We are quoted as being the third most haunted Inn in Wales.
Need a room? - stay at The Queens As well as offering excellent accommodation at a reasonable price for anyone wishing to stay in our beautiful town, The Queen's is in an excellent position to offer affordable bed and breakfast accommodation for walkers. The River Wye and Wye Valley offer some stunning scenery and are a mecca for walkers and activities holidaymakers from all over the world. The Queen's Head stands less than 100metres from the River Wye and is right on the 'main drag' for walkers. Our relaxed atmosphere and excellent location are just the ticket if you have had a hard day's walk!
The building itself has been a Grade II listed building since 27 June 1952. The building dates back to around the Sixteenth Century. Original plaster work ceiling dating from 17th-century can be still seen near the bar. The building has under gone many changes since it was first built. The original stone has been plastered over and clad with stone in other locations. The profile was also changed by the removal of gables and a mock black and white wood work added in 1922 by H.A.Dancey
The pub has some secret hiding places. During the English Civil War, Oliver Cromwell stayed at the Queens Head on a number of occasions. On one such occasion an attempt was made on his life, the would-be assassin being chased into the bar and shot dead
In 2005 the Queens Head became a Community Pub. A group of local business people took over the pub with the aim of 'making the Queens a welcoming pub for all', offering live music and even a small library The Pub is now run by just one of the original members
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QUEENS HEAD LIVE MUSIC
JUNE TO NOVEMBER 2013
30.05.13
02/06/13 Ben Huws
The innovative singer/songwriter makes a very welcome return to the Queens
Originally from Wrexham, North Wales, Ben has been honing his songwriting and performance to an exceptionally high standard in recent years and last year's release of his first solo album 'There OnTime' points towards Ben being a musical force of some significance in the years to come
Having played with such musicians as the legendary John Martyn, played projects with KT Tunstall's band, supported American blues greats such as Luther Allison and Robben Ford and also Van Morrison and his band, Ben has been waiting in the wings and now is his time
09/06/13 Ragtime Jug Orchestra
The authentic sound which grows and grows - well delivered songs of the early days of country and urban blues. A great an enjoyable journey back through time - Born out of Beale Street, raised in Coleford www.ragtimejug.co.uk
16/06/13 Ruby Rose
A change from the original program but we are very pleased to be able to host Ruby Rose for their first performance at the Queens Head. Will Cass is no stranger to many of you having demonstrated his wonderful guitar skills and w in the Jazz Jam sessions, and with the superb Martha on sax and a great drummer this promises to be a great evening.
23/06/13 Dan James
Spirited and wonderous songs of betting, revolution, social injustice and
mirth? - all driven by an infectious mandocello - rootzy!!!
http://www.myspace.com/danjamesmandocello
30/06/13 Ghost of a Dog
Matt and Tamsin return with their solid, earthy, in your face contemporary folk/country feel. Their music is influenced by Alt Country and Americana yet retains a distinctive flavour true to their Welsh roots
03/07/13 John Paul Gard/Alex Hutchins/Gethin Jones
“Cookbook Projectâ€
Without doubt THE most popular and acclaimed gig at the Queens. The amazing John Paul Gard on Hammond, Alex Hutchins on Guitar and Gethin Jones on Drums return for real summer treat with a “cookbook†gig. This is the most talked about gig and because they enjoyed the previous ones so much we persuaded them to do it again. This will be enormous so get here early!!!!!!!!
07/07/13 Red River Blues
Blues from Ross - straight down the line with a mixture of cigar box guitar, harmonica and sax expanding the unit to give that big six piece sound. A great night is assured
http://www.redriverblues.com
14/07/13 Shootin’ the Crow
Dylan meets old crow meets Hillbilly meets Country Rock meets Rock n’ Roll….its a train wreck in the making….guitar, fiddle, mandolin, banjo/guitar and top vocals…covers with an ever growing number of originals.
Influenced by bands such as Old Crow Medicine Show, Chatham Country Line, Bob Dylan, The Band and The Whole Band
www.reverbnation.com/shootinthecrow
21/07/13 Bridget and the Big Girls Blues
Great performances of the great women of jazz and Blues. "Keeps on Churnin'" and hollers like a "Big Ten Inch Record", Bridget's the real deal - "She's Got Good Dry Goods"
http://www.myspace.com/bridgetthebiggirlsblues
28/07/13 TBA
04/08/13 Rachel Austin and Lyndon Webb.
A wonderful keyboard player with an outstanding voice who has been highly recommended by Jane Pearl. Playing with Lyndon Webb one of the best guitarists around this should be a night to remember.
11/08/13 Medicine Spoon
Funky Folk, Space Blues, Ballads and Down on the Farm Yeee Ha.
Acoustic duo of Tony and Beaz mixin’ up the medicine with guitar, vocals, mouth harp and flute. Music from around the planet and much more.
‘Ease my troubled mind and pacify my weary soul’
18/08/13 Mayfield and The Rhythm Rats
The full on quintet for a night of earthy blues. Great original blues guitar from Chris Mayfield with one of THE sublime rhythm sections of Thad Kelly and Les Morgan. Add to this the incomparable Jane Pearl and you have one of the best bands around. Big urban blues influences executed with that easy, smooth rolling motion - like listening to good cigars and whisky
25/08/13 Lee Mc Crory
Perfect for the warming of the soul and soothing of the heart the great 'Waitesian' voice of Lee returns - at night of passionate delivery - just turn the lights down and think whisky and sawdust cocktails. www.myspace.com/leemccrory
01/09/13 Ian Luther
Songs of love, life and building sites - Ian always entertains with his superlative guitar work and fine voice. Makes every song his own!
http://www.ianluther.co.uk/
08/09/13 Will Killeen
Back with his superb blues guitar work which transcends the stereotypes in technique, interpretation and repertoire. Anything from primitive blues to sarabands with a sprinkle of Hopi Indian
15/09/13 Ragtime Jug Orchestra
Two travelling blues men coming down from the hills from the depths of the forest. A great travelogue of early blues with a true authentic sound. As they self advertise: "Rent Parties, Jook Joints, Low Dives, Fish Fries, BBQs, Weddings and Funerals. Sporting Houses a speciality at reduced rates" We like these guys cos they do it right
18/09/13 Asaf Sirkis
If you have seen Asaf and his Band we need say no more! If you hav’nt then get here to experience probably the best Jazz drummer in the UK today. With a great band this is one gig no one should miss!!!!!
22/09/13 Albino Frogs
The great party band are back at the Queens.
29/09/13 Little Rumba
If you can you imagine songs from an island populated by Jewish Argentinean Celts, stuck in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico, reached only by radio stations from New Orleans, Cuba and Jamaica - then you’re ready for Little Rumba - a great world music trio. www.littlerumba.com
06/10/13 Willie and the Bandits
A real treat to finally get this band. The band have recently done 2 tours with Status Quo and supports with Joe Bonamassa and The John Butler Trio and Wille is regarded as one of the finest Lap Slide players this side of the pond, they have played Glastonbury, Isle of Wight and Secret Garden Party to name a few festivals and are regarded as one of the hardest working and talented independent acts in Europe.
"Wille is a superb slide player, I love what these guys are doing" Joe Bonamassa
"These guys can really groove" Francis Rossi
"They sound like Cream if they grew up on a beach in Newquay" Blues Matters
"Taking Roots Music to a new Level" Rootstime Magazine
"Increditably talented band' Maverick Magazine
Website: http://www.willeandthebandits.com
13/10/13 Rich O’Brien Project
This band blew us away when they on their debut gig and everyone demanded that we get them back. A truly funky band!Merging grooves reminiscent of a Marcus Miller or Soulive record with ambient melodies that explore a range of musical styles, The Rich O'Brien Project’s modern blend of jazz, funk, soul and r’n’b appeals to astute listeners and dance floor goers alike. With the rich ‘grooves for moves’ and soulful melodies characteristic of smoke-filled jazz clubs seen in their acclaimed debut EP, Frisky, their debut album Hot Potato - released 15th July 2012 and winner of the Robert Blackwell Composition Prize - is one not to be missed.
20/10/13 ‘My Names Earl’
The fabulous duo of Stuart Earl and Lyndon Webb are back to get the party going. A great hit last time they played so get your dancing shoes on and be ready to boogie. A mixture of original songs and interesting covers. Songs of love, protest and stupidity
27/10/13 ‘Good Times’
The outstanding Monmouth Party band taking a break from Festivals and big venue gigs to return to their Monmouth roots. A trip through the Musical ages and a defy you not to have a party Lyndon Webb-guitar and Vocals; Brett Lewis – Drums; Sally Ann Evans – Vocals; Mike Edwards – Bass and Vocals; Al Grey – Key board and Vocals.
03/11/13 James Hollingsworth
The Bristol troubadour returns with another exciting, stimulating and versatile evening of self penned numbers. James is very special and continues to receive rave reviews wherever he plays
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26/04/13 QUEENS HEAD LIVE MUSIC
APRIL TO SEPTEMBER
21/04/13 Rich O’Brien Project
Merging grooves reminiscent of a Marcus Miller or Soulive record with ambient melodies that explore a range of musical styles, The Rich O'Brien Project’s modern blend of jazz, funk, soul and r’n’b appeals to astute listeners and dance floor goers alike. With the rich ‘grooves for moves’ and soulful melodies characteristic of smoke-filled jazz clubs seen in their acclaimed debut EP, Frisky, their debut album Hot Potato - released 15th July 2012 and winner of the Robert Blackwell Composition Prize - is one not to be missed.
28/04/13 My Names Earl
A great duo featuring Stuart Earl and Lyndon Webb on Vocals and acoustic and slide guitars with a mixture of original songs and interesting covers. Songs of love, protest and stupidity
01/05/13 †Bonefish†Direct from Sweden – Releasing their debut album with live gigs in Stockholm, London, Brussels and …..Monmouth
Stockholm-based Blues/rock band Bonefish release their debut album on 18 April 2013. The self-titled album is largely influenced by Americana/alternative rock and all songs have been written by frontman/singer/guitarist Bie Karlsson, who was the singer, guitarist and song-writer for Top 10 Swedish band
02/05/13 BONEFISH (Sweden) - Again !
05/05/13 Rhythm Rats
The full on quintet for a night of earthy blues. Great original blues guitar from Chris Mayfield with one of THE sublime rhythm sections of Thad Kelly and Les Morgan. Big urban blues influences executed with that easy, smooth rolling motion - like listening to good cigars and whisky, featuring Jane Pearl on Kazoo and ukulele.
12/05/13 Kevin Figes
Better and better every time we hear this trio. Tremendous synergy and freedom of interpretation and a complete mastery of the instruments and form by all three players. Kevin's alto sax is always lyrical, inventive and accurate and the drum/bass interaction of Thad Kelly and Daisy Palmer is positively telepathic. This band is the true face of modern jazz playing in the UK. "One of the most interesting emerging talents on the UK scene." Jazzwise Magazine
19/05/13 Swingtime
Sid Greenfield is no stranger to the Queens Head with his superb bass backing for Bridget and the Big Girls Blues. His Gypsey/Jazz trio offer up Café de Paris and Hot club – a djangoesque night for all
21/05/13 Tony-Joe BuckLash **TUESDAY JAZZ SPECIAL**
26/05/13 Heavy Quartet
Constantly evolving, the Heavy Quartet have released a number of critically acclaimed albums. All their output is a funky collection of grooves, mixing a big brass sound with intricate improvisation. A group that shuns the common labels, the Heavy Quartet represent vibrant musical irreverence and unpredictable eclecticism. It has been suggested that they may not be that precious about jazz and yes - they are much bigger than a quartet http://www.heavyquartet.com/“
02/06/13 Ben Huws
The innovative singer/songwriter makes a very welcome return to the Queens. Having played with such musicians as the legendary John Martyn, played projects with KT Tunstall's band, supported American blues greats such as Luther Allison and Robben Ford and also Van Morrison and his band, Ben has been waiting in the wings and now is his time
09/06/13 Ragtime Jug Orchestra
The authentic sound which grows and grows - well delivered songs of the early days of country and urban blues. A great an enjoyable journey back through time - Born out of Beale Street, raised in Coleford www.ragtimejug.co.uk
16/06/13 The Flying Monkeys
We have been trying to get this Band back here for ages. Their last gig was a revelation and everyone was blown away. A proper night for dancing - a band that mixes traditional Irish tunes with 70's funk tunes and a smattering of Cajun and Breton. Exemplary squeezebox and fiddle led and underpinned by ever reliable and inventive bassist Thad Kelly, the 'Flying Monkeys' role out a troupe of superlative traditional players. Their last gig at the Albert Hall might just prove the point
23/06/13 Dan James
Spirited and wonderous songs of betting, revolution, social injustice and
mirth? - all driven by an infectious mandocello - rootzy!!!
http://www.myspace.com/danjamesmandocello
30/06/13 Ghost of a Dog
Matt and Tamsin return with their solid, earthy, in your face contemporary folk/country feel. Their music is influenced by Alt Country and Americana yet retains a distinctive flavour true to their Welsh roots
03/07/13 John Paul Gard/Alex Hutchins/Gethin Jones
“Cookbook Projectâ€
Without doubt THE most popular and acclaimed gig at the Queens. The amazing John Paul Gard on Hammond, Alex Hutchins on Guitar and Gethin Jones on Drums return for real summer treat with a “cookbook†gig. This is the most talked about gig and because they enjoyed the previous ones so much we persuaded them to do it again. This will be enormous so get here early!!!!!!!!
07/06/13 Red River Blues
Blues from Ross - straight down the line with a mixture of cigar box guitar, harmonica and sax expanding the unit to give that big six piece sound. A great night is assured
http://www.redriverblues.com
14/07/13 Shootin’ the Crow
Info to follow
21/07/13 Bridget and the Big Girls Blues
Great performances of the great women of jazz and Blues. "Keeps on Churnin'" and hollers like a "Big Ten Inch Record", Bridget's the real deal - "She's Got Good Dry Goods"
http://www.myspace.com/bridgetthebiggirlsblues
28/07/13 TBA
04/08/13 Lou Richardson
A wonderful songstress who has been away for far too long. Louise took a break for a while but its great to have her back with that wonderful voice and personality.
11/08/13 Beaz
Info to follow
18/08/13 Mayfield and The Rhythm Rats
The full on quintet for a night of earthy blues. Great original blues guitar from Chris Mayfield with one of THE sublime rhythm sections of Thad Kelly and Les Morgan. Add to this the incomparable Jane Pearl and you have one of the best bands around. Big urban blues influences executed with that easy, smooth rolling motion - like listening to good cigars and whisky
25/08/13 Lee Mc Crory
Perfect for the warming of the soul and soothing of the heart the great 'Waitesian' voice of Lee returns - at night of passionate delivery - just turn the lights down and think whisky and sawdust cocktails. www.myspace.com/leemccrory
01/09/13 Ian Luther
Songs of love, life and building sites - Ian always entertains with his superlative guitar work and fine voice. Makes every song his own!
http://www.ianluther.co.uk/
08/09/13 Will Killeen
Back with his superb blues guitar work which transcends the stereotypes in technique, interpretation and repertoire. Anything from primitive blues to sarabands with a sprinkle of Hopi Indian
15/09/13 Ragtime Jug Orchestra
Two travelling blues men coming down from the hills from the depths of the forest. A great travelogue of early blues with a true authentic sound. As they self advertise: "Rent Parties, Jook Joints, Low Dives, Fish Fries, BBQs, Weddings and Funerals. Sporting Houses a speciality at reduced rates" We like these guys cos they do it right
22/09/13 TBA
29/09/13 Little Rumba
If you can you imagine songs from an island populated by Jewish Argentinean Celts, stuck in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico, reached only by radio stations from New Orleans, Cuba and Jamaica - then you’re ready for Little Rumba - a great world music trio. www.littlerumba.com