If you were thinking about organising a music tour, but wanted to do something a bit more exciting than just playing at a handful of venues over a several nights, you’d need to dig deep and bring out the more adventurous side of your personality.
That is just what Sam Walker (John Watts, Turning Green) and Daniel Clark (The Hat, Lou Rhodes) have done with what we predict, will be amazing results.
The lads have joined forces to create ‘The Adventurists‘, a band where the Celtic Harp, Steel Pan, a homemade drum kit and electric & acoustic guitars are embraced and caressed to bring their songs and stories to life.
The Adventurists tour takes place on two bicycles towing a mini mobile pop out stage and a small solar powered P.A. How cool is that?
Using only pedals and the sun to power their shows, The Adventurists offer a very modern solution to an age-old endeavor – the role of the traveling troubadour.
From next week they will be peddling their way into our hearts by touring around the Island playing over 15 shows in just five days.
During the daytime they’ll be playing free gigs at venues such as the Botanical Gardens, Blackgang Chine and St Catherine’s Lighthouse.
The evening performances will be with the support of several Island bands and musicians and guaranteed to be well worth the few pounds ticket prices.
The lads tell us that they’re also going to be making a film about artists and creative talent on the Island during their tour. Hurrah!
We’ll be adding these to the events diary, but make a note now of your favourites so you don’t double book.
Full Tour Dates
Tues 30th June – Dimbola Lodge, Freshwater – 8:30pm – Support : Paul Armfield, Zoe Eady. Tickets :£6.00. To book ring 01983-730930
Wed 1st July – Viewpoint Car Park – Above Black Gang Chine – 3pm – FreeWed 1st July – Black Gang Chine – 1pm – Free
Cancelled due to cycling conditions.
Wed 1st July – The Buddle Inn, Niton Undercliff. 8.00pm Support : Holly Kirby, Ed Miller and Rose Millard. Zoe Eady. Tickets £5.00. To book ring 01983-730930
Thurs 2nd July – Ventnor Botanic Gardens – 1pm – Free
Thurs 2nd July – Ventnor Seafront – 4pm – Free
Thurs 2nd July – Ventnor Youth Club – 8pm – £3 – Support from Flipington and Groove Cat
Fri 3rd July – Black Sheep Bar Patio – Afternoon session – Free – plus mystery guests
Fri 3rd July – Black Sheep Club lounge – 9 till late – £3 – Support from Dr Jones
