Exchange Series: The Twang – The Royal Exchange Theatre – Friday 06 June | TICKETS
Band on the Wall presents the Exchange Series – renowned artists in the round at the Royal Exchange Theatre.
The Twang is a Birmingham-based indie rock band formed in 2004. Known for their energetic live performances and catchy Britpop-infused sound, they have been a staple of the UK music scene for over two decades.
The Twang’s debut album, Love It When I Feel Like This, reached #3 on the UK charts in 2007 with hits like “Wide Awake” and “Either Way.” They have since released Jewellery Quarter (2009), 10:20 (2012), Neontwang (2014), and If Confronted Just Go Mad (2019). Regulars at major festivals including Glastonbury and Reading & Leeds, The Twang continues to captivate audiences with their dynamic stage presence and evolving musical style.
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A Band on the Wall Fundraiser
Exchange Series: Courtney Pine // House of Legends – The Royal Exchange Theatre – Saturday 07 June | TICKETS
Band on the Wall presents the Exchange Series – renowned artists in the round at the Royal Exchange Theatre.
House of Legends celebrates the influence and contributions to the UK from the many varied people of the Caribbean and re-release of his ground breaking debut album Journey To The Urge Within.
The ground breaking, multi-instrumentalist has led a generation of exciting and innovative players who have broadened their styles to take jazz out to a wider audience. Now with an OBE and CBE for services to music he continues to break new ground and numerous prestigious Industry awards.
Deeply steeped in the traditions of the Caribbean sees Courtney on top form, bringing together musicians from Africa, the Caribbean and Europe for vibrant exchanges that tell tales of life from a truly multi-cultural view point. Expect an exhilarating mix of Merengue, Ska, Mento and Calypso as played through the lens (saxophone) of a UK born artist with strong, proud Afro-Caribbean roots.
In 1986 a 22 year old Courtney Pine appeared on the front cover of the iconic British music publication NME, still the only black British jazz artist to do so. The last quote in a two page interview read “You know I’m doing this for a reason” –now soon to be 60, you better believe he still is…
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A Band on the Wall Fundraiser