Anna Mieke is an Irish singer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter based in Wicklow, whose anachronistic vocal talent toes the line between folk and vivid dreamscapes.
Announcements
Drawsome 2022
The penultimate night of Drawsome, a five day celebration of music and art in York. Local guitar band Bull are joined by dreamy electronic trio Haiku Salut, Bristol’s Japan-influenced trippy jazz collective Yama Warashi and soulful pop from Afiah Achi. An exhibition from Yama Warashi, and free Recycled Robot making and York Zine Fest workshops make up the the day from 12pm.
What’s Wrong With Homer, Junk It, Fat Spatula & Rory Welbrock
Punk Trio What’s Wrong With Homer are joined by close friends Junk It, Fat Spatula and Rory Welbrock to help them celebrate the launch of their debut album; American Patriot.
Stick In The Wheel – *CANCELLED*
Unfortunately Nicola is too poorly to sing and will not be able to perform this weekend. Stick In the Wheel will come back to play again in York soon but as we do not know when that will be just yet we thought it best to refund your tickets.
We’re all disappointed. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Burning Duck Comedy – Jessica Fostekew
A show about sexy things (awkward), private things (oh no) and a woman trying to sit on the face of time to keep it still (hot, right?). You’ve seen Jess on Live at the Apollo, QI and on Harry Hill’s Clubnite amongst other TV shows. She’s a regular co-host of The Guilty Feminist Podcast, the host and creator of The Hoovering Podcast and you hear her regularly on BBC R4’s News Quiz and Now Show.
Newen Afrobeat
Newen Afrobeat is a 13-piece Chilean orchestra that makes music inspired by the legacy of the Nigerian musician Fela Kuti. With a particular Latin stamp, they unify the African rhythms with a colourful and energetic staging, embedded in a deep social message that talks about their roots and social movements in their territory.
Herbal Mafia presents: Skinnyman, Homebrew Kit, Nicky Blackmarket & more
For our next event we have UK hiphop pioneer SKINNYMAN making a long awaited return to York, ahead of his ‘Council Estate of Mind’ UK tour. A Herbal Mafia favourite and absolute legend in the scene, we can’t wait to have him back!
Special guests HOMEBREW KIT in support: This new hiphop supergroup has emerged from from Skinnyman’s home town of Leeds. Consisting of MCs Tee Jackson, Matter & Teks over the beats and turntablist skills of UK DMC finalist, and Herbal Mafia regular: DJM.
Carioca Soul
Inspired by the music of Sergio Mendes and Brasil 66, Carioca Soul perform an eclectic mix of Bossa Nova/Samba, contemporary Brazilian music mixed with original tunes in a melting pot of latin/funk and soul. Having already supported US Sax star Harry Allen, Carioca Soul have been wowing audiences at festivals and jazz clubs around the country.
Irie Vibes: Bushrocker Hifi
Irie Vibes welcomes their first guest of 2022, all the way from across the border… the legendary Lancashire sound: Bushrocker Hifi.
Since its creation by Daddy CoJo (RIP), this strictly roots rockers sound system has been playing the finest foundation sounds for over 2 decades. Also known for hosting the reggae & dub stage at Beat-Herder, one of the North’s seminal dance music festivals.
Burning Duck Comedy – Shaparak Khorsandi – *CANCELLED*
Hi all. Due to unforeseen circumstances, it is with regret that Shaparak has to cancel the show. We apologise for any inconvenience.
All tickets will be automatically refunded from your point of purchase.