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The Grey Lady Music Lounge, Wednesday 31st January 2018

(Three act show)

Headline Act: Harley & Woods (full band)

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​Harley & Woods is the collaboration of singer/​ ​songwriter Jez Harley and guitarist Sam Woods.​ Their music​ is described as a soulful fusion of blues, funk and americana. The pair met whilst studying music together at University and it quickly became clear that they shared similar influences, taste and ideas. Since starting this project they have played together in many UK venues and even embarked on a trip to New Orleans, where they performed together at the French Quarter Festival​​​​.​ You can see them as a duo or with their electrifying 6 piece band featuring some incredible musicians including Phil Scragg (bass), Pete Wheeler (drums), Josh Roots (keys) and James Penny (saxophone/ flute). ​To listen to their music and stay updated on gigs/ recording sessions please visit their website.

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Cyrano

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Originally formed as a three piece back in 2001, indie rock band Cyrano soon became a foursome with the addition of lead guitarist, Karl Barton. From this moment on, their sound was born. With influences from bands like Pearl Jam and Elbow, Cyrano have crafted a unique blend of thoughtfully written songs, rock guitars and Tom Yorke-esque vocals resulting in a hugely melodic sound. The band are currently recording their second album in Assault and Battery Studios in London. Their first album "I, You, Us, Them" is available to buy on CD and iTunes. The band’s line up is Joe Ackerley on Vocals and guitar, Matt Wilson on drums, Tim Hubbard on bass and vocals, and Karl Barton on lead guitar.

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Steffan James

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"Steffan James, a singer songwriter with a great voice for blues and acoustic music" - Wild Acoustic.com "Music that makes you feel something" - Best of British Unsigned 

Steve "Steffan James" McCormack, a South London-based singer songwriter, found his sound travelling the USA. Heavily influenced by the blues and acoustic world of California, he has toured the world as a guitarist, singer and songwriter for many an act. In late 2012 he started work on his own solo project.

The first two singles "Inside Out" and "She Knows" gained a lot of independent radio play in The States and across Europe and his debut album "The Truth" is available on iTunes.

He has been touring relentlessly across the UK gaining supporting and accompanying musicians, sharing the stage with Josh Doyle, Joan Armatrading, Charley Blue, Bela Takes Chase and many others. His new ep is "Barricade", featuring an amazing live band of musicians, Charlotte "Charley Blue" Andrew, Steve Bassett, Andrew Vickery and Ashley Rushman.

Hitting the road again in 2015; keep your eyes peeled.

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