CLASSIC CLAPTON are the World's No1 Eric Clapton Tribute Band, featuring front man Mike Hall who not only looks like Eric, he sings and plays guitar like him too! CLASSIC CLAPTON comprises 4 excellent musicians who stunningly recreate Slowhand's electrifying stage performances. The whole of EC's illustrious career is covered including Cream, John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, The Yardbirds, Derek & The Dominos and the solo years. 
RIGSBY
Rigsby, a Silloth based, 5 piece punky rock band. Rigsby play mostly their own original songs but you can expect the odd cover thrown in.
Friday 10th September 7pm - Midnight
ABBA and 70's disco show
On Friday Night we’re hosting a sensational live tribute to Abba and a 70’s disco show.
Abba are one of the worlds most successful pop acts of all time and we’re delighted to be bringing a taste of Sweden to Silloth! The success of Mamma Mia means that Abba are a popular as ever and appeal to an audience of both young and old.
Please be advised that due to circumstances beyond our control some printed promotional material incorrectly refers to Friday nights entertainment as "Hold Back The Night a Motown Show"
The Two-ers
The Two-ers were formed in May 2009 and have rapidly established themselves as a Vibrant Acoustic Duo to watch out for with there own version of many modern and classic covers as well as there own songs. In little more than a year they have established an enviable fan and client base with gigs at most local festivals and clubs throughout the area.
More information can be found at www.myspace.com/thetwoers
Mass defect
Mass defect are an original metal band from around the Wigton area. They play an array of rock/metal classics, plus a heavier twist on some pop numbers such as Maneater by Nelly Furtado. The band has recently featured in the news and star and will be playing the Silloth beer festival in September. The bands original material represents a raw metal genre, with hardcore riffs, chest-thumping bass and headbanging drums. They'll leave your ears ringing and your veins pumping with pure adrenaline!
http://www.facebook.com/massdefect
Saturday 11th September 12pm-4pm
Tasting Afternoon with live music
Elvis Fontenot &
The Sugar Bees
*Playing afternoon and Evening*
Elvis Fontenot & the Sugar Bees were formed way back in the dim & distant past of 1992, when founder members Phil Butler and Nick Barber caught legendary UK band R Cajun & the Zydeco Brothers at a Xmas show at their local pub. Intrigued by a form of music they'd never experienced before, the duo started to search out cajun & zydeco bands and recordings. The name is inspired in equal parts by Nick's haircut and the Cleveland Crochet track.
They've played all over the UK and Europe and have played on three occasions across Louisiana and Texas to enthusiastic audiences, including twice at the French Quarter Festival in New Orleans. On their 2003 visit, they also discovered that their brand of music-a lively, visual take on cajun, zydeco, soul, blues and played with a ferocious energy-was best described as "Swamp'n'roll" - and that's how they've been describing themselves ever since.
In 2006 & 2009 they were voted European Zydeco band of the year at the European Cajun and Zydeco Awards.
The Pins - Acoustic Set
*Playing afternoon and Evening*
See Evening listing below for Band information
The Ventriloquists
The Ventriloquists were originally formed about two and a half years ago by Adam Draude, now aged 15 (guitar and piano) and Sam Morley, now aged 17 (guitar). The band have evolved over time and have been together in their present line up for about eighteen months, with Liam Devereux aged 17 on drums, Pippa Dodd aged 17 on lead vocals and trombone and the newest recruit, Nick Wragg aged 16 on bass guitar.
We originally played mostly blues based music and we are now playing a more diverse range of musical styles. Our first rock number "Wish I Didn't Miss You" earned us a place in the regional final of the national "Live & Unsigned" competition earlier this year.
7pm-Midnight
The Rollin’ Clones
THE ROLLIN' CLONES were formed in 1997 to celebrate the music and career of the greatest rock n' roll band of all time. Since then 'The Clones' have gone from strength to strength, playing sellout concerts at home and abroad. They enjoy the reputation of being The Best Tribute To The Rolling Stones ever.. "no others come close". The Shows place great emphasis on the Rolling Stones' actual LIVE performances thus creating the most dynamic stage show, packed full of brilliantly played classics from the early 60s, 70s and 80s, through to the new
releases of today.
With praise received from The NME (A storming set), Empire Magazine (Frighteningly accurate), The Daily Mail (Without a doubt the most exciting tribute to the Rolling Stones), and The Rolling Stones Supporters Association (They manage to re-create the Stones at their most prolific and do it with all the passion and raw energy of the real thing. Great fun, fine musicians and an excellent choice of songs...not to be missed!"we know you won’t be disappointed!
Elvis Fontenot &
The Sugar Bees - Second Set
*Playing afternoon and Evening*
See afternoon session above for band information.
Last Man Standing
LAST MAN STANDING are Carlisle based with a great deal of experience playing with many other successful local bands. The four guys have finally come together in 2010 to form this new line-up with a set of great songs, guaranteed to get the audience on their feet and rocking!
Last Man Standing are Alex Wilkinson – vocals/guitar/sax; Dave Mason - Lead Guitar; Ken Baird -Bass Guitar and Phil Cook on percussion.
See Last Man Standing - you won't stay in your seat
The Pins
*Playing afternoon and Evening*
With a spirit of rock and roll coursing through their instrumental leads, The Pins give a modern twist to the time-old sound of rhythmic guitars, pounding drums and howling, heartfelt vocals. This five piece hail from the Hertfordshire/ Essex borders, writing observational songs about the lows, highs and everyday realities of getting by in the modern world.
In the two years they’ve been around The Pins have had numerous highlights including: performances at Club NME, Camden’s Proud Galleries and The Water Rats in Kings Cross; being championed by BBC introducing and being named by The Fly Magazine as “Ones to watch”.
Fly Magazine champion new music and is renowned for supporting new bands. The likes of Razorlight, Coldplay, Muse and The Friendly Fires all appeared on the cover of The Fly before any other publication.
Sunday 12th September 12pm-6pm
Kings of Lyon
The Stage magazine have been quoted as saying that "The Kings of Lyon are the number 1 tribute to the Kings" and we can’t wait to see them!
The Kings of Lyon played their debut gig in February 2009 filling the venue to its capacity, and the enraptured crowd recalled the band for several encores. Since then the band have played gigs across the UK and beyond.
The four musicians who make up the kings of Lyon are no stranger to success in the music industry, having played together for over seven years in various successful projects, including being crowned 'Global Icon winners'. Global Icon was an online competition sponsored by ‘Sky Television' which featured thousands of bands from Europe and gave exposure to the band’s original writing project, The Riffs.
What makes the Kings of Lyon so special is that they have a wealth of experience though still young; they also have a great sound, which they have worked on for years, and are fortunate to have the look as well.
AWOL
AWOL are no strangers to the Beer Festival and have played regularly over the years. Matty, Dean and Steve formed AWOL back in 2002 and have playing gigs across Cumbria, and beyond, ever since. You can find out more at AWOL's facebook page.
The Alleys
The Alleys formed in early 2009 starting off playing the odd gig in the local pubs. After getting new guitarist Jordan Ogilvie in November '09, the band kept on playing more gigs around the area. Recently getting new bass player Ben Wilde, the band are beggining to make a name for themselves around Carlisle performing their own material, some of which is to be put on an album to be released soon. They also play a wide range of eclectic covers. They've had coverage on local radio and numerous features in local press. They are aged 12-16 and have many influences from Bruce Springsteen, The Rolling Stones, The Jam, The Beatles, The Kooks and Led Zepplin, to Tina Turner.
The Alleys are; Guitar and Vocals - Jonny Foster, Drums - Tom Foster, Guitar and Backing Vocals - Jordan Ogilvie, Bass and Backing Vocals - Ben Wilde and Vocals - Rebecca Kennedy.
www.thealleys.co.uk
Retribution
Retribution are a young band (13 and 14) from Wigton. They've now been together for 2 years, playing Guitar Driven, Fast paced Blues/Rock.
They perform covers by bands ranging from John Lee Hooker to Guns N Roses to The Offspring. In the last few months they have been recording some original material - with an EP "Light The Fuse" now available. They just enjoy the music and performing, becoming regulars in local Festivals.
Maryport Blues said "They blew the audience away..... With skill and presence that belies their size and age". http://www.myspace.com/retribution5
Prize Karaoke
