Adam Cumbers
The Beaver Irsha Street, Appledore, Devon, United KingdomAdam Cumbers performs at the Beaver with his acoustic originals and covers. A night of great music and good vibes awaits.
What's on in Appledore Bideford area. Live music events
Adam Cumbers performs at the Beaver with his acoustic originals and covers. A night of great music and good vibes awaits.
The Neil Sadler Band is fronted by Neil Sadler himself, a successful blues/rock guitarist based in Barnstaple. Originally with Sleeping Lions, he now tours with his own band. He has just released his first solo album, Past to Present, which was selected as June's album of the month by the UK Independent Blues Broadcasters Association. Read More ...
AWARD-WINNING JAZZ SINGER AT BEAVER Award-winning jazz singer/pianist Liane Carroll makes an annual visit to the The Beaver, Appledore on 29 September. Voted several times as the UK’s best jazz vocalist Liane sings every song as though she owns it. She has been described as ‘deeply soulful, wonderfully honest’ by The Times, and by Jazzwise Read More ...
Local four-piece Westerly 5 or 6 play their take on folk, blues, Americana and jazz - not necessarily in that order. See them play in Appledore's finest - and smallest - music venue - the Champ. The band comprises Cath - vocals, guitar, cajon; Richard - guitar; Steve - flute, sax; David ("Shep") - bass Read More ...
The Hoodoo Man is Ian Kevern. Playing chilled acoustic tunes on guitar and harmonica, Ian has wowed audiences as faraway as Woolacombe. Unmissable! For more info check out Ian's Facebook page.
Rescue Remedy are back to liven up Saturday night at the Beaver with their bluesy funk and funky blues. Rescue Remedy are a four-piece blues funk band based in and around Appledore, with the finest licks and the funkiest grooves.
The Electric Swing Circus return to Appledore after their highly energetic 'electro swing' has been toured all over Europe. This six piece band from Birmingham are massive crowd-pleasers. Electric Swing Circus bring the 1920s to the 2020s with their innovative brand of escapist pop and electro swing. Expect soaring pop vocals, intricate jazz instrumentation and Read More ...
Maddie Jane Warren is a 27 year old singer/songwriter from North Devon who plays her own country music songs and covers. She has released 2 EP's and two studio albums and her song writing has taken her across the world from Glastonbury to Louisiana. You can listen to Maddie's songs and learn more about Maddie Read More ...
JOYFUL JAZZER AT BEAVER Italian alto and soprano sax player, Tommaso Starace, makes a welcome return with his trio to North Devon Jazz Club at The Beaver, Appledore on 13 October. Tommaso has a sparkling, joyful approach to his music, a characteristic identified by Italian critic Vittorio Franchini, writing that "his sax is filled with Read More ...
On the second Tuesday of each month Appledore's own sea shanty ensemble, the Applecorers, perform at the Beaver. The Applecorers sing traditional sea shanties. It is easy to imagine, listening to this choir, the days when Appledore's streets were full of sailors and shipbuilders. Their rousing songs of the sea will lift your spirits and Read More ...
North Devon based band playing a mix of original and cover tunes with Big Al, Sam, Ben and John.
In the 19th century, many people based in Appledore emigrated to Newfoundland, setting up communities that fished cod and built ships from the plentiful timber. Shipping companies offered cheap passage from North Devon and the prospects were better than staying behind. Music played a large part in those rugged communities that formed in Newfoundland, and Read More ...
Baz is back at the Beaver Inn with the Marmalade Club jam sessions. Come and have a listen or, better still, if you can play, sing or whistle, join in. Hosted by local legend Baz, this vibrant jam session welcomes musicians and singers of all levels to showcase their talent. Whether you're an accomplished instrumentalist Read More ...
GRIPPING JAZZ AT THE BEAVER Award-winning saxophonist Alex Clarke joins up-and-coming pianist Eddie Gripper with his trio at North Devon Jazz in The Beaver on 3 November. Alex was winner at the age of twenty of the Rising Star category in the British Jazz Awards and has since pursued a career working with top musicians, Read More ...
Baz is back at the Beaver Inn with the Marmalade Club jam sessions. Come and have a listen or, better still, if you can play, sing or whistle, join in. Hosted by local legend Baz, this vibrant jam session welcomes musicians and singers of all levels to showcase their talent. Whether you're an accomplished instrumentalist Read More ...
Taking its name and inspiration from an Alan Ginsberg poem entitled Howl, the Howl Quartet will play a gig at North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver Appledore on 10th November. Formed in 2017 and led by the saxophonists Harry Brunt and Dan Smith the quartet emphasises storytelling through melodic composition and improvisation. Reviewing the Read More ...
Baz is back at the Beaver Inn with the Marmalade Club jam sessions. Come and have a listen or, better still, if you can play, sing or whistle, join in. Hosted by local legend Baz, this vibrant jam session welcomes musicians and singers of all levels to showcase their talent. Whether you're an accomplished instrumentalist Read More ...
We at Appledore Music haven't found out much about the Tides. What we know is there coming to Appledore - the Champ no less. Check them out. They are likely to be very good indeed, and if not, just come along and enjoy the Champ's fine selection of ale and rum, ciders, lagers and Charles Read More ...
Baz is back at the Beaver Inn with the Marmalade Club jam sessions. Come and have a listen or, better still, if you can play, sing or whistle, join in. Hosted by local legend Baz, this vibrant jam session welcomes musicians and singers of all levels to showcase their talent. Whether you're an accomplished instrumentalist Read More ...
TOP-FLIGHT JAZZ TRUMPETER AT THE BEAVER Top-flight trumpeter Bruce Adams is special guest at North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver, Appledore on 24 November. He will join superb saxophonist Martin Dale and quartet to perform an evening of fiery bop-based jazz. Born in Glasgow Bruce Adams is a veteran of the UK jazz scene. Read More ...
On the fourth Thursday of each month Appledore's own sea shanty ensemble, the Applecorers, perform at the Champ. The Applecorers sing traditional sea shanties. It is easy to imagine, listening to this choir, the days when Appledore's streets were full of sailors and shipbuilders. Their rousing songs of the sea will lift your spirits and Read More ...
See the amazing Basil's Balls Up Band at the Champ. The original Basil's Balls Up Band formed in the 70s and is still going strong. With original members Basil and Ranald. Hear them play their own playing quirky originals and covers. Find out more (not much more) at their Facebook page.
With Celtic and Eastern influences, the 3 Daft Monkeys’ dynamic style of world folk music reflects the global village in which we now live. Their infectious dancing rhythms lead you through a musical journey of the senses and emotions and will leave you breathless, enthralled, and exhilarated. Buy tickets from Free of Tigers Events. £11 Read More ...
Join Jim Crawford and friends for the regular Wednesday night blues sessions at the Champ. Listen to fabulous blues-inspired tunes, some well-known, some less so. Jim is joined by a coterie of local musicians on guitar, bass, keyboards, cajon and brass. Newcomers welcome.
Baz is back at the Beaver Inn with the Marmalade Club jam sessions. Come and have a listen or, better still, if you can play, sing or whistle, join in. Hosted by local legend Baz, this vibrant jam session welcomes musicians and singers of all levels to showcase their talent. Whether you're an accomplished instrumentalist Read More ...
MICHAEL WRIGHT QUARTET A local band led by bass player Michael Wright and featuring saxophonist Emanuel Segun Atyobi will be next up at North Devon Jazz Club in The Beaver, Appledore on 8th December. Emanuel was born in Nigeria and has now made his home in Northern Devon where he has become well-known through his Read More ...
Every Monday, Steve Ruffé holds an acoustic session at the Royal Hotel. Any musicians are welcome to join in. Come along and play or just listen and soak up the vibe.
Appledore's own sea shanty ensemble, the Applecorers, are poerforming at the Maritime Museum. The Applecorers sing traditional sea shanties. It is easy to imagine, listening to this choir, the days when Appledore's streets were full of sailors and shipbuilders. Their rousing songs of the sea will lift your spirits and warm your heart. This concert Read More ...
The Jukes are a 4 piece band playing authentic good time rock and roll roots, rhythm and blues, and rockabilly, with a dash of jump jive for good measure. The set list includes classics from Slim Harpo and T Bone Walker to Carl Perkins, Big Joe Turner and Bill Haley, to name but a few. Read More ...
Folking good rock from those veterans of the Appledore music scene, Steve Ruffe and Baz Bix, as Dambuskers plays the 2025 Christmas party at St Mary's Church Hall. Big thanks to Toby for putting this gig on, with FREE entry. Make sure you buy lots of drinks at the bar!
Pete Robinson is a funk and soul DJ and he's coming to the Champ. Check out Pete's Facebook page for more info.
Join Jim Crawford and friends for the regular Wednesday night blues sessions at the Champ. Listen to fabulous blues-inspired tunes, some well-known, some less so. Jim is joined by a coterie of local musicians on guitar, bass, keyboards and cajon. Newcomers welcome.
Acoustic songs, tunes, words at the The Champ Pub, Appledore from 8.30. Hummers and strummers, blowers and bowers, tappers and clappers, pluckers and other gentle folk all welcome. Every Thursday from 8.30. Covers, originals, any style, spoken word, starters and many timers always welcome. Come spread your musical wings.
Dr No is back at the Champ for another riproaring night of vinyl. This amazing DJ has a sixth sense of what to play to get the house up on its feet and moving to the beat. Even people who sit at the bar grouchily all night have been known to get up and shake Read More ...
Richard Malfait hosts an open music session most Sunday afternoons at the Champ. Richard is a wonderful host and welcomes any musical style. It's open to newcomers though you'll also find some of the best musicians in the area taking part. Come along to the Champ and check it out.
The Christmas Ceilidh is presented by the Appledore Music Festival. Click on the event name above for more details.
Kitty Crush and Bernie Castle are a duo who sing and play a wide range of covers. Kittie channels Marianne Faithful's smokey vocals and, we reckon, her looks too. Bernie is a lovely lanky bluesy guitarist who rides a BMW - though not while playing.
Every Monday, Steve Ruffé holds an acoustic session at the Royal Hotel. Any musicians are welcome to join in. Come along and play or just listen and soak up the vibe.
Acoustic folk session every Tuesday night at the Champ, run by the indefatigable Russell. All welcome. Check out the Facebook page - facebook.com/tuesdaynightfolksessionatthechampappledore.
Join Jim Crawford and friends for the regular Wednesday night blues sessions at the Champ. Listen to fabulous blues-inspired tunes, some well-known, some less so. Jim is joined by a coterie of local musicians on guitar, bass, keyboards, cajon and brass. Newcomers welcome. This Christmas Eve event is preceded by the traditional Champ carol singing Read More ...