Wet the Tea / Lauren South

A double-header - two fabulous local acts!Wet The Tea are Andy, Fluff and Adam - a multi-instrument act performing mostly self-penned songs. Along with Andys traditional Irish influences, Fluff and Adam bring many other musical influences that are all fused to create something a little bit different. With roots, English folk, bluegrass, and modern elements thrown into the mix, Wet The Tea songs and tune sets are unique.Collectively and individually, Wet The Tea writes musical pieces that are powerfully delicate and intriguing, with performance and flair that connects with people. Expect vocals, harmonies, fiddle, flute, mandolin, cello, whistles, bodhran, guitar, piano, bouzouki, love, joy, sadness, foot-tapping, singalong, story-telling, honesty and hope.Lauren Southis an accomplished singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist renowned for her original compositions and traditional melodies. With the accompaniment of tenor guitar, fiddle, and shruti box, her songs exude heartfelt emotion and vivid imagery, drawing inspiration from her passion for the nocturnal heavens, the natural world, and her journey through motherhood.Laurens debut solo album, Tiny Boat, was released in November 2023 to critical acclaim, with tracks featuring on FATEAs Spring Showcase 2024, BBC Lincolnshire and Shropshire folk shows, and BBC Introducing. Beyond her solo endeavours, Lauren is an enthusiastic collaborator and is often found playing alongside John Parker (double bass) and Keith Donnelly (guitar).Lauren is a regular performer on the UK folk circuit and has been playing folk festival main stages since 2019.All of this in the lovely venue that is Abbey Hill URC.Doors 6.30pm, music at 7pm
There will be a bar, selling alcoholic and soft drinks.