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SUMMARY:Notorious Choir\, 'Hope in Harmony'
DESCRIPTION:‘Hope in Harmony’\nThe Notorious Choir Returns!\nJoin Notorious Choir on Saturday 4th July for a choral concert of music set amongst these beautiful Eighteenth-century gardens. \nTaking inspiration from the natural world and the strength of the human spirit\, the choir will perform songs of hope – from Kate Bush’s emotive ‘Running up that Hill’\, to Bob Dlyan’s poignant ‘Blowin’ in the Wind’ and the soaring ‘Earth Song.’ \nThe second half will feature songs of peace and perseverance\, ranging from the reflective music of Arvo Part\, the iconic Cyndi Lauper and the powerhouse classic ‘Don’t Stop Believin”. \nIt will be an uplifting concert to inspire peace\, love\, hope and harmony for our time. \n  \nDoors Open: 13:00\nConcert Starts: 14:00\n \nTickets:  tkt.to/notorious  please use this link to purchase your tickets\nAdults: £14  \nConcessions (full-time students\, 65+): £12 \nChildren (2-16): £7 \nUnder 3s: Free! \nWe are under the cover of our Stretch Tent\, but please come dressed for the Great British weather. We will have chairs for most of you\, but please feel free to bring your own if you would be more comfortable. \n  \nPlease note: Your ticket grants you entry into the Gardens all day\, so please do make use of this by exploring our site!
URL:https://www.castlebromwichhallgardens.org.uk/calendar/notorious-choir-hope-in-harmony/
LOCATION:Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens\, Chester Road\, Castle Bromwich\, Birmingham\, B36 9BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music & Theatre
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SUMMARY:Summer Soul Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Soul Sessions Brum return to the Gardens\n\n\n\nSoul Sessions Brum returns to the Gardens for the fourth year in a row.\nExperience an evening of live music featuring performances from some of the best kept secrets across the West Midlands music scene…\n\n\n\n\nIt’s a perfect opportunity to support upcoming artists in a relaxed and inviting setting. Whenever do you get the chance to hear live music in a Baroque gardens? \nTickets £ 15 (incl £1.08 booking fee) \nGates open and Food and Drink available from 6pm First act 7pm \nWhat to expect: \n\n\n\nThese historic gardens have always hosted live music and we are delighted to continue the tradition. The weekend evening atmosphere will be warm and relaxed.\nThe vibe – chilling with friends. The music – always excellent.\n\n\n\n  \n\nNB this event is entirely outdoors – Our stretch tent protects us from any rain\, you can cuddle up with blankets\, if the ‘chill’ goes cold…\nTickets £ 15 (incl £1.08 booking fee)\nGates open and Food and Drink available from 6pm\nFirst act 7pm\n\n \nArtists’ bios \n  \nSoul Grenades \nBased in London\, hailing from Montenegro\, Hackney\, Sydney and beyond\, Soul Grenades have established themselves as one of the most exciting acts on the live scene and festival circuit. \nA veritable tornado of funk\, the band boasts a super-tight rhythm section\, a wall of brass and an extensive song book of original music. Fusing their many influences\, encompassing crate-digging rarities to contemporary dance floor fillers\, Soul Grenades deliver no-nonsense\, hard-hitting funk and soul music. Soul Grenades’ third album “Raw Pleasure” was released in summer 2025. Singles from the album have received airplay on BBC Radio 6 Music on The Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show. \n  \nCollective Sleep \nis an Alternative Soul group based in Birmingham\, known for their dynamic full-band sound and unforgettable live performances. Their music weaves together groove and soul with melodic vocals\, soaring guitars and rich vocal harmonies\, creating a captivating and powerful experience. \nIn July 2024 the band released their debut single ‘Walk With Me’. The band draws inspiration from an eclectic mix of artists\, including Stevie Wonder\, Prince\, Herbie Hancock\, Khruangbin\, John Legend\, the Isley Brothers\, Steely Dan\, Jamiroquai\, Santana\, Pink Floyd and Donny Hathaway. \nCollective Sleep has graced iconic Birmingham venues like the Hare & Hounds\, The Night Owl\, and The Rainbow\, and brought their signature sound to festivals such as Cocomad Festival\, Malvern Rocks\, Pairc Festival\, and Lichfield Fuse Festival. Highlights include performing at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games Festival in 2022 and Tewkesbury Festival in 2024. \n  \nShardae \nShardae is a singer\, songwriter\, multi-instrumentalist\, and vocal arranger born and raised in Bermuda\, now based in Birmingham pursuing her music career. She currently studies on the Production pathway at ACM Birmingham\, where she continues to challenge herself\, expand her artistry\, and thank God for every opportunity along the way. Rooted in jazz\, R&B\, neo-soul\, and gospel\, Shardae believes in having fun in creativity\, execution\, and collaboration. With dreams of becoming a music teacher and opening a youth studio to empower the next generation of artists\, her music is grounded in purpose\, joy\, and connection — come experience the sound and the story live. \n\nAkasha\n“Hi\, we’re Akasha – the medium through which sound travels. Brums very own. We blend alt/indie and soul with just enough groove to keep you moving\, creating a sound that’s both fresh and deeply rooted.\nEach of us comes from a different background\, but that mix is exactly what shapes our identity. What unites us is a shared passion for music and a love for bringing that energy to life on stage.\nRight now\, we’re in the studio working on our debut EP\, and we honestly can’t wait for you to hear what’s coming!”\n\n\nJoel Sarakula \nImagine if Ray Manzarek fronted the Bee Gees. That’s a fitting introduction to Joel Sarakula\, the UK-based Australian singer\, songwriter and producer crafting soulful pop through a distinctly vintage lens. Drawing from the warm sounds of 1970s soft rock\, funk and disco\, Sarakula creates sunny\, groove-driven songs for complicated times. With his long blond hair\, retro style and self-aware sense of humour\, he embraces comparisons to the unlikely love child of The Doors’ keyboard wizard and the Gibb brothers. \nBorn in Sydney and now based in the UK\, Sarakula has travelled extensively in pursuit of inspiration\, from performing in remote Norwegian fishing villages to surviving a Caribbean carjacking. Since establishing himself across the UK and Europe\, he has released a string of acclaimed albums including Island Time (2023)\, Companionship (2020)\, Love Club (2018) and The Imposter (2015). His music has received support from BBC 6 Music\, BBC Radio 2 and radio stations across Europe\, while earning coverage from outlets including The New York Times\, The Independent\, The Irish Times\, Rolling Stone Germany\, El País and The Sydney Morning Herald. Often compared to artists such as Parcels\, Donny Benét\, Prep\, Benny Sings and Young Gun Silver Fox\, Sarakula continues to build an international reputation for timeless songwriting and feel-good grooves. \n\nGreg Blackman \nKnown as “The Satsuma Of Soul” due to his love of orange clothing\, Greg Blackman is a UK singer-songwriter whose soulful voice\, witty spirit\, and social awareness who began by collaborating with artists including Dutty Moonshine Big Band\, Utah Saints\, Daz I Kue\, Featurecast\, and Lack of Afro. \n\nHis rich\, versatile delivery has drawn praise from across the industry: Rag ’N’ Bone Man called him “so sick — get to know!”\, Craig Charles described him as “fast becoming one of the best in the business\,” and Jamie Cullum declared his song Save Me “should be permanently playlisted” on BBC Radio 2. \nGreg’s music has reached wide audiences on BBC Radio\, MTV\, and 6 Music\, while his live performance with Dutty Moonshine at WOMAD has been archived in the British Library as culturally significant. \nhttps://linktr.ee/MrGregBlackman \n\n\n  \nTickets\n£ 15 (incl £1.08 booking fee) \nLast entry 8 pm \n  \n 
URL:https://www.castlebromwichhallgardens.org.uk/calendar/summer-soul-picnic-3/
LOCATION:Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens Trust\, Chester Road\, Castle Bromwich\, Birmingham\, England\, B36 9BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music & Theatre,Summer
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