Simon Boswell
Simon plays covers from Oasis, Bob Marley, the Killers and many more. Come along and join in the fun.
What's on in Appledore Bideford area. Live music events
Simon plays covers from Oasis, Bob Marley, the Killers and many more. Come along and join in the fun.
MORE JAZZ MOOSIC AT THE BEAVER QOW Trio is a unique multi-generational band featuring young firebrand saxophonist Riley Stone-Lonergan, British Jazz legend Spike Wells on drums, and multi-genre bassist and bandleader Eddie Myer. The band will be next up at North Devon Jazz Club at The Beaver in Appledore on 2nd February The trio initially Read More ...
A Valentine's day special at the Beaver with Nothing But Treble. Nothing But Treble are an acoustic band with a focus on three part harmony based in North Devon. Check out their Facebook page for more info.
SOULFUL SINGER AT THE BEAVER Singer Sarah Harris will be next up at North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver, Appledore. Appearing on 16th February Sarah Harris will be joined by Drummer Ronnie Jones, pianist Will Butterworth and bassist Marcus Vergette to form the Sarah Harris Quartet. After a successful performing career in Brighton, including Read More ...
Jacob Terry plays a raw acoustic sound with an alternative spin. And he's coming to the Beaver. Find out more about the man on his Facebook page.
TRIBUTE TO 'TRANE The Harry Dowell Quartet will be at North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver, Appledore on 2nd March to perform a tribute to the great saxophonist John Coltrane, marking what in 2026 would have been Coltrane's hundredth year. Working in the bebop and hard bop idioms early in his career John Coltrane Read More ...
Saint Senara are coming for the first time to the Champ. They are an award-winning duo who sing ethereal harmonies, a mix of dirty blues, southern gothic Americana, dark country and folk. Spellbinding lyricsand a big sound for two people, a guitar and a tambourine. UK Country Music Awards Duo of the Year finalist 2025 Read More ...
SUPERB SAXOPHONIST AT THE BEAVER A quartet led by superb saxophonist/clarinetist Steve Buckley, will perform at North Devon Jazz Club in the Beaver, Appledore on 16 March. An influential figure on the UK jazz scene, Steve was a founder member of the pioneer bands Loose Tubes and Big Air. His travels in African countries and Read More ...
Marsh and the Reluctant Friends are putting on a special show at the Champ on 21 March. Marsh will be joined by the suitably Reluctant Dave Rogers, Dave “Shep” Shepherd, Sophie Smiles, John Wade and Jo Grant. Expect a special guest or two during the evening. To hear Marsh’s music and learn more about the Read More ...
Tides are a fabulous local band with two female voices. The band are Jenny Gavin – vocals and acoustic guitar, Rob Abram – vocals and electric guitar , Mick Pledge – bass, James Hulbert – drums and Ali Day – vocals. Tides play a range of covers with harmonies.
Sam Dowden is a much loved local musician. He’s famous for his loop pedal skills which may be why Ed Sheeran is one of the many artists he covers while playing guitar (and loop pedal). He’s a regular at the Beaver and pulls in a friendly crowd. To hear him perform, including his new EP Read More ...
Ruby Darbyshire is coming to the Royal. Based in Bath, Ruby first performed at the Edinburgh Fringe at the age of four! Since then, Ruby has busked round the world in more than 30 countries, and played at hundreds of festivals, concerts and events. Learn more about Ruby and her amazing music at rubydarbyshire.com
Bad Flowers do rock covers with a strong dose of 90's grunge. If you enjoy Nirvana, Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Rage against the Machine or even the Red Hot Chilli Peppers (and we at Appledore Music do like the Chilli Peppers) you won't be disappointed.
Rush Hour are an R&B band playing blues with the soul and groove to make you move. A high energy band coupled with Missy Marisa’s powerful and soulful voice makes for a fantastic evening! Loads more about Rush Hour at their Facebook page.
Robin Curtis is a Devon based musician known for expressive vocals and a mix of musical styles played with originality and energy. Learn more about Robin at his Facebook page.
INTERNATIONAL BAND AT THE BEAVER A band characterised by an international line-up and an unusual variety of instruments will perform at North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver, Appledore on 20th April. The Transatlantic Hot Club are made up of harpist Ben Creighton Griffiths, bassist Ashley John Long ( both from Wales), violinist/vocalist Adrien Chevalier Read More ...
Big Dog Boogie Band are well known and loved around their home base of Bude, and they're heading to Appledore for a Boxing Day special. They are famed for playing a mean delta blues boogie. Find out more at their Facebook page
JUST EAST OF JAZZ AT THE BEAVER Appearing at North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver, Appledore on 27th April will be Just East of Jazz. Back in the 1990s the band pioneered the incorporation of East European and Middle Eastern musical influences in to jazz but has since developed a unique sound which seamlessly Read More ...
Top drummer Tristan Mailliot will bring a superb quartet to The Beaver, Appledore on 11th May to celebrate the music of the great pianist/composer Chick Corea. Tristan will be joined by award-winning young saxophonist Tom Ridout and two very accomplished musicians from the South West, pianist Tom Ball and bass player Jim Rentoul. Together The Read More ...
Tides at the Seagate Hotel is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
The kingshakes are an old school neo rockabilly band from Derby and are coming to the Royal as part of their UK tour. Accept no substitutes, these guys are the Real Deal.
Gypfunk are a four piece who play Parisian café culture tunes, with a soupçon of influence from further east. Think Jacques Brel tinged with klezmer. Feast your ears for an evening of the finest French-influenced chansons. With Richard Malfait and Dayle "Moustache" Helsby. Find more information about Gypfunk here and on the Gypfunk website, including Read More ...
Pretty Green are a hard working and dedicated band who are passionately devoted to the music of The Jam. Pretty Green offer a tribute to The Jam that musically is on the highest level seen amongst tributes. They play classics like Going Underground or Start! as well as loads of other Jam hits. What makes Read More ...
Jim Crawford, a truly great guitarist in many people's eyes, is making the long trek from his home to the Champ. It promises to be a fun-filled evening of the finest blues. Highly recommended!
Ruby Darbyshire returns to the Champ. Based in Bath, Ruby first performed at the Edinburgh Fringe at the age of four! Since then, Ruby has busked round the world in more than 30 countries, and played at hundreds of festivals, concerts and events. Learn more about Ruby and her amazing music at rubydarbyshire.com
At the Beaver, during the pre-weekend of the Appledore Music Festival, are the Michael Wright Quintet, playing Jazz/Funk/Latin. The band comprises: Emmanuel Segun Sax Jon Gillies Sax John Bingham Keys Michael Reed. Drums Michael Wright Bass
Song Box outside the Seagate Hotel is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
The session is a part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the heading above for more details.
Champ Music Day is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the picture above for more details.
Davanya at the Seagate Hotel is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
Bushpig are performing as part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the band's name above for more details.
Jon Amor Trio is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
Simon Boswell at the Beaver is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
dogleg at the Seagate is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
The Introducing Stage at the Champ is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the link above for more details.
This session is a part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the heading above for more details.
Marmalade Club is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the band's name above for more details.
Steve Ruffé's Acoustic Session is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the image above for more details.
Out Front - presented by North Devon Jazz Club - is part of the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the image above for more details.
Since settling in North Devon the fine saxophonist Emmanuel Segun has become well-known locally through his performances in all kinds of contexts and with a variety of musicians on the local scene. On February 14 - Valentine's Day - he will appear at The Champ, Appledore where he will be playing music that effortlessly blends Read More ...