tag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:/blogs/new-album?p=7New Album2024-02-08T16:16:03+00:00Adam Sweetfalsetag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/73479802024-02-08T16:16:03+00:002024-02-15T12:29:50+00:00February tour dates and a new live video<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/122370/0433d4b0c5228baa7e4cfa6c2757ecd662e087be/original/adam-sweet-logo2-orange2.png/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_s justify_center border_" /><p> </p><p>Hi folks,</p><p>Hope you’re all well.<span> </span></p><p>Time for a quick update as we’re gearing up to hit the road in February! We kick things off next week with some acoustic shows in Milverton and Broadstairs followed by a run of full band shows in Exeter, Saltburn, Leeds and Ashburton featuring Garry Kroll (drums), Paddy Blight (bass) and Thomas Hughes (hammond organ).<span> </span></p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/122370/c8415ddd45c4d91576d4d54ae372efabfada88fd/original/updates-feb-gig-list.png/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><p>The Coffee Cellar gig sold out in a matter of hours when the tickets went on sale last week. I’ve also just found out the acoustic trio show at Milverton Music Club has sold out too…thank you!!</p><p>The Ashburton Arts Centre gig on 26th has just been changed to a full band show, so if any of you missed out on tickets for the Coffee Cellar you might like to come and join us in Ashburton instead?</p><p>Ticket links for all of these shows can be found at <a class="no-pjax" href="/shows" target="_blank" data-link-type="page" data-link-label="Shows">https://adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a></p><p> </p><p>In other news, the first video in our <strong>‘Live at Crescent Records’</strong> series was released last week, in which we tackle the Freddie King classic ‘The Stumble’. This was the first track we recorded that day as we settled into the session…I hope it comes across just how much fun we were having! If you haven’t seen it yet you can <a class="no-pjax" href="https://youtu.be/jIo1BEFTRys?si=lF8_kSaeGHVS1Y_s" target="_blank" data-link-type="url">check it out on my YouTube channel here</a>. </p><p>There are more videos to come so while you’re there please <a class="no-pjax" href="https://www.youtube.com/user/AdamSweetMusic?sub_confirmation=1" target="_blank" data-link-type="url"><strong>subscribe</strong></a> to the channel so you’ll know when the next one goes live!</p><p>Thank you as always for all your support. I’m really looking forward to catching up with some of you at these upcoming dates.<span> </span></p><p>Cheers!</p><p>Adam<br> </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/73234842023-12-23T13:24:32+00:002023-12-23T13:24:32+00:00Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎄<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/122370/0433d4b0c5228baa7e4cfa6c2757ecd662e087be/original/adam-sweet-logo2-orange2.png/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_s justify_center border_" /></p><p> </p><p>Hi folks,</p><p>Just checking in to wish you all a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!<span> </span></p><p>Hope you’re all well and looking forward to the festivities.<span> </span></p><p>A big thanks for all your support this year, it’s been a good one. (Some highlights here courtesy of Instagram<span> </span><a class="no-pjax" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0lz2x1sFbe/"><span style="color:#0000ff;"><u>https://www.instagram.com/p/C0lz2x1sFbe/</u></span></a>)</p><p>We’ve got plenty to look forward to in the new year…</p><p>There are some new ‘Adam Sweet Band’ live recordings and videos from our day at Crescent Records coming very soon. We had a great day in this stunning studio and we’ve been working hard on the mixes and video edits…they’re almost ready for you! More news on that very soon. I’ve included a photo from the session below…</p><p>Also I’m excited to be hitting the road in February with the band, as well as some acoustic duo and solo dates. The tour will include return visits to Broadstairs and Saltburn plus our first time at the Brudenell Social Club in Leeds for the Blues Rhythm and Rock Festival. Details are on the website…there are still some more dates TBC but I’ll keep you posted!</p><p>Thanks again! Keep in touch, enjoy the holidays and hopefully see you in the new year.</p><p>Cheers!</p><p>Adam</p><p> </p><p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/122370/c33c9b46c76af831f0c302ecd5386d7adf709254/original/20231027-pete-millson-3811-adam-sweet-colour.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_orig justify_center border_" /></p><p style="text-align:center;"><br><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);">Crescent Records Studio, Swindon, 27th October 2023. L-R: Thomas Hughes, Adam Sweet, Garry Kroll, Paddy Blight. Photo by Pete Millson. </span></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/72264792023-06-14T18:53:16+01:002023-10-16T15:46:06+01:00July gig news - supporting Molly Hatchet in Exeter and more…<p>Hi folks,</p><p>Hope you’re all keeping well and enjoying the stunning start to the summer. It’s been a little while since my last message so I just wanted to say a quick hello to the new subscribers (thanks for signing up!) and let you all know about some shows coming up next month…</p><p> </p><p>On <strong>Friday 7th July</strong> I’m back with my band at <strong>Exeter Phoenix</strong> where we’ve been invited to support southern-rock royalty <strong>Molly Hatchet</strong>. Hailing from Jacksonville Florida, this will be the only southwest show of their UK tour, also featuring Sons of Liberty. You can purchase tickets for this show direct from my website at <a class="no-pjax" href="https://adamsweetmusic.com/event/4916600/626333709/adam-sweet-band-supporting-molly-hatchet-at-exeter-phoenix"><span style="color:#0000ff;"><u>https://adamsweetmusic.com/event/4916600/626333709/adam-sweet-band-supporting-molly-hatchet-at-exeter-phoenix</u></span></a></p><p><i>(We can only earn based on how many tickets we sell direct to our fans and followers, so you’ll be doing us a big favour by buying direct from my website – thanks!)</i></p><p> </p><p><strong>Friday 14</strong><span><strong><sup>th</sup></strong></span><strong> July </strong>I’m looking forward to returning to my hometown of <strong>Lyme Regis</strong> to play the <strong>Marine Theatre</strong> where we’ll be opening for the wonderful <strong>Elles Bailey</strong>. I’ve played many shows with Elles over the years and she always delivers a first class performance and has scooped up a ton of awards already this year! Full info and tickets for this one at <a class="no-pjax" href="https://www.jazzjurassica.co.uk/elles-bailey-14-july-marine-theatre/"><span style="color:#0000ff;"><u>https://www.jazzjurassica.co.uk/elles-bailey-14-july-marine-theatre/</u></span></a></p><p> </p><p>On <strong>Saturday 15th July</strong> we head along the coast for a full band show at The Bird in Hand, Fareham. Our first time here but tickets are going well! Only £10 in advance and you can get yours via PayPal to p.c.lunn@googlemail.com. More details at <a class="no-pjax" href="https://adamsweetmusic.com/event/4968272/629504319/adam-sweet-band-at-the-bird-in-hand-fareham"><span style="color:#0000ff;"><u>https://adamsweetmusic.com/event/4968272/629504319/adam-sweet-band-at-the-bird-in-hand-fareham</u></span></a></p><p> </p><p>Plenty more in the pipeline so keep checking in and of course you can keep in touch on the social medias for more regular updates<span> </span></p><p>Thanks for reading and hope to see you at a gig soon.</p><p>Cheers!</p><p>Adam</p><p><a class="no-pjax" href="https://adamsweetmusic.com/event/4916600/626333709/adam-sweet-band-supporting-molly-hatchet-at-exeter-phoenix" data-link-type="url"><span><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/s:bzglfiles/u/122370/7dad370dbda6ade0dfd3cbec084fcfa9e14aef8f/original/molly-copy.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></span></a><span> </span></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/71407402023-01-20T16:59:43+00:002023-01-20T16:59:43+00:00Adam Sweet wins Introducing Stage at The Great British Rock and Blues Festival, Skegness 2023<p>Adam Sweet and his band couldn’t have got their 2023 off to a better start. On Saturday 14th January they performed at The Great British Rock and Blues Festival for the first time and came away as winners of the Introducing Stage, as voted for by the capacity crowd at the Skyline Pavilion in Skegness.</p>
<p>Adam Sweet’s transition from respected Devon based guitar-slinger to fully-fledged independent blues/rock artist has really gathered pace since the release of his second studio album in 2020, and the latest guise of his live band is clearly hitting the sweet spot. Featuring Garry Kroll on drums, Paddy Blight on bass and Thomas Hughes on Hammond organ they rattled through a 45 min set of original rollicking roots-rock and brooding blues, winning over many new fans in the process.</p>
<p><em>“My first time at the Great British Rock & Blues Festival did not disappoint! There was a wonderful atmosphere, the crowd were fabulous and we enjoyed every minute of our performance. We got to witness some terrific bands throughout the day on the Introducing Stage and made a lot of new friends…but to win the audience vote was the icing on the cake! </em></p>
<p><em>"It’s such a privilege for me to be able to perform with this band, and I’m really looking forward to recording some new music with them this year and seeing what the future has in store for us.” </em></p>
<p>- Adam Sweet</p>
<p>Their prize would ordinarily have been a return to a main-stage slot at the 2024 festival but sadly this was the last Great British Rock & Blues festival to be held at Skegness. However Adam and his band will be appearing at another festival hosted by concert promoters Solid Entertainments soon (venue/date TBC).</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/6e00ba0d6d6151f398243a575b08d0ec3c15622b/original/adam-sweet-at-the-great-british-rock-blues-festival-14th-jan-23-photo-christine-moore.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">(Photo: Christine Moore)</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/71316062023-01-02T20:36:27+00:002023-01-02T20:36:27+00:00Happy New Year folks! <p>Happy New Year folks. I hope you all had an enjoyable Christmas holiday and are looking forward to getting stuck into 2023! </p>
<p>I’m glad to be kicking off this new year with a couple of shows with my band, featuring the talents of Garry Kroll on drums, Paddy Blight on bass and Thomas Hughes on keys… </p>
<p>First up this <strong>Saturday 7th January</strong> we’ll be blowing out the cobwebs at <strong>The Ropemakers </strong>in<strong> Bridport</strong> from 9pm. </p>
<p>Then the following weekend we’re off to Skegness to play the <strong>Great British Rock and Blues Festival</strong>. You’ll find us on the <strong>Introducing Stage</strong> on <strong>Saturday 14th at 5pm</strong>. </p>
<p>And looking further ahead…I’m pleased to say that following a successful night opening for Wishbone Ash back in November we’ve been invited back to the <strong>Exeter Phoenix</strong> again, this time to support Southern Rock legends <strong>Molly Hatchet </strong>on<strong> Friday 7th July</strong>. Hailing from Jacksonville, Florida, this will be the only show they’ll be playing in the South West as part of their UK tour so it’s a real privilege to be a part of it. Tickets have just gone on sale and once again you can do us a favour by buying yours direct from my website at <a contents="https://adamsweetmusic.com/event...&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://adamsweetmusic.com/event/4916600/626333709/exeter-phoenix-supporting-molly-hatchet" target="_blank">https://adamsweetmusic.com/event... </a></p>
<p>More details for all the above can be found at <a contents="https://adamsweetmusic.com/shows&nbsp;" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">https://adamsweetmusic.com/shows </a>and I'll be adding more gigs soon, so be sure to keep checking in. </p>
<p>Thanks for the continued support in 2022 and hope to see you soon. </p>
<p>Much love </p>
<p>Adam</p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/d9c535502df0dc022d2b0f01a5de4782a42f2425/original/screenshot-2023-01-02-at-19-58-45.png/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Adam Sweet Band | 'Evening' | live at Exeter Phoenix (supporting Wishbone Ash) 11th November 2022</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/70671572022-09-23T17:04:42+01:002022-09-23T17:04:42+01:00Adam Sweet Band supporting Wishbone Ash, and other gig news<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you’re all well. Sorry it’s been a little while since I’ve been in touch on here but I’ve got a few nuggets of gig news to share with you… </p>
<p>On Friday 11th November I’ll be back with my band at the Exeter Phoenix, this time supporting rock legends Wishbone Ash! We'll be playing a 45 minute opening set before they perform their groundbreaking 'Argus' album in full for the first time, celebrating the 50th anniversary of its release. </p>
<p>Tickets for this show can be purchased direct from my website at https://adamsweetmusic.com/event/4813742/613635009/adam-sweet-band-at-exeter-phoenix-supporting-wishbone-ash </p>
<p>(As the support act we get a decent cut of any tickets we sell direct to our fans and followers, so you’ll be doing us a big favour by buying direct – thanks!) </p>
<p>Also in Exeter in November I’ll be performing at ‘Library Lates’ - part of the After Hours at Exeter Library series on Friday 18th November. I’ll be playing a solo acoustic set at this one. The evening will also feature my friend Jess McAllister and her band. Full details and tickets at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/library-lates-tickets-379807924727?aff=ebdsoporgprofile </p>
<p>And then looking ahead to January 2023…I’ll be taking my band to the Great British Rock and Blues Festival! The festival takes place at Butlin’s Skegness and we’ll be playing the Introducing Stage on Saturday 14th Jan at 5pm. Tickets for this at https://www.bigweekends.com/weekends/the-great-british-rock-blues-festival </p>
<p>Now the summer has been and gone we’re starting to add more gigs so keep checking the website and I’ll do my best to keep you all up to date. </p>
<p>Thanks for reading, keep in touch and hopefully see you at a gig somewhere soon! </p>
<p>Lots of love </p>
<p>Adam </p>
<p> </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/69830372022-05-30T22:18:33+01:002022-05-30T22:18:33+01:00Jubilee Gigs - Jazz Jurassica and Teignmouth 🎸<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you're all good! Just a quick note to let you know what’s coming up this Jubilee bank holiday weekend… </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Jazz Jurassica Festival starts this Thursday in Lyme Regis with 4 days of jazz, blues and soul, and I’m delighted to be back once again to host an afternoon of blues on Lyme’s stunning seafront on Friday 3rd June. </p>
<p>I’ll be kicking things off at 1pm with Paddy Blight (bass), Garry Kroll (drums) and Thomas Hughes (keys) before we welcome our special guests for the afternoon - Russell Sinclair at 2pm, Zoe Schwarz & Rob Koral at 3pm and Mick Taylor at 4pm. Paddy, Garry and Tom will feature in our rolling house band for the afternoon as well as Darren Crome (drums) and Adam Glanville (bass). </p>
<p>More info on the line-up for Friday as well info on the rest of the festival can be found at www.jazzjurassica.co.uk/fridays-blues-bender/ </p>
<p> </p>
<p>On Sunday 5th June I’ve been invited by my friends at Teign Jazz & Blues Club to play a solo acoustic set as part of their Jubilee weekend festivities, so you can catch me on The Den on Teignmouth seafront at 5:30pm. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Whatever you get up to this weekend I hope you have a good one and I look forward to catching up with some of you on the Dorset/Devon coast! </p>
<p>Enjoy! </p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/69387642022-04-02T17:01:55+01:002022-04-02T17:01:55+01:00Gig news for April<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you’re all well. It’s been so good to get back out there with the band these last couple of months…February highlights included the Boarhunt Blues Club and the Broadstairs Blues Bash, and the recent run of gigs at the Exeter Phoenix with the Kris Barras Band were a real treat. </p>
<p>I’m pleased to say there are plenty more gigs happening this month, so here are some dates for your diaries… </p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Friday 8th April – Creative Innovation Centre, Taunton </strong></p>
<p>Acoustic Songwriters Circle with Greg Hancock & Sarah Yeo. </p>
<p>Tickets: https://www.creativeinnovationcentre.co.uk/live-music/acoustic-music-with-songwriters-circle-night-3-amazing-artists-fri-8th-april/ </p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Tuesday 12th April – Camden Assembly, London </strong></p>
<p>Playing solo acoustic supporting Rianne Downey as part of her UK tour. </p>
<p>Tickets: https://www.gigsandtours.com/event/rianne-downey/the-camden-assembly/2110729 </p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Thursday 14th April – The Coffee Cellar, Exeter </strong></p>
<p>Full band show at this fab new club venue on the Exeter quay. Tickets are running low for this one! </p>
<p>Tickets: https://www.seetickets.com/event/adam-sweet-band/the-coffee-cellar/2310191 </p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>Saturday 30th April – Saltburn Blues Club, New Marske Institute </strong></p>
<p>I first played at the club solo in 2018 supporting the great Doug MacLeod…really looking forward to headlining with my band here for the first time! </p>
<p>http://www.saltburnbluesclub.co.uk/gigs </p>
<p>Tickets: https://www.ents24.com/redcar-events/new-marske-institute-club/adam-sweet-band/6399192 </p>
<p>More info for all these shows and more can be found on my website at <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/shows&nbsp;" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/shows </a> </p>
<p>Take care of yourselves and hopefully catch you at a gig soon. </p>
<p>Best wishes, </p>
<p>Adam</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/af4a7e1360f1ab39cb0faba0686423a3da0c4f6b/original/274922349-496392628730631-2601814807264696581-n-1.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/7a1f6889cedc6cf625462c085746ba5e1956a6de/original/rd-stry-ldn.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/cb2a0fdd3065894fbcc8e35f4229a4397dd3a632/original/coffee-cellar-april-2022.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p> </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/68951152022-02-11T17:57:27+00:002022-02-11T17:57:27+00:00Getting back out there with the band!<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you’re all well. Sorry it’s been a while since my last mail-out. Thanks for sticking with me if you’re still here, and a very warm welcome to all the new subscribers! </p>
<p>I’m pleased to say things are looking up and I’m finally getting back out there with my band in the coming weeks... </p>
<p>First up is the Ropemakers in Bridport this Saturday. Then we’re back on the road the following weekend playing the Boarhunt Blues Club near Fareham on Friday 18th and the Broadstairs Blues Bash on Saturday 19th. Joining me on these gigs will be my very good mates Garry Kroll on drums and Paddy Blight on bass. </p>
<p>Then looking ahead to March I have the pleasure of playing two nights with the band at the Exeter Phoenix opening for our friends the Kris Barras Band. </p>
<p>Full info and ticket links for all the gigs can be found on my website at <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/shows&nbsp;" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/shows </a></p>
<p>Lots more in the pipeline and more gigs are being added all the time, so keep checking in and I’ll do my best to keep you all updated a little more regularly than I have been. </p>
<p>See you at a gig soon I hope. </p>
<p>Best wishes, </p>
<p>Adam</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/df1dec45d466405eedadc98a7453cc915cbfc21d/original/2022-feb-march-gigs-insta-square-texture.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p> </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/67023762021-07-30T17:21:33+01:002022-03-24T09:08:31+00:00Dead Flowers - new single out now!<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>A quick note to let you know my new single 'Dead Flowers' is out today! </p>
<p>I recorded this Rolling Stones cover earlier this year after so many of you were requesting the song during my Facebook livestream shows. It was recorded at home in my little studio from where I was broadcasting those livestreams and it proved to be a perfect project to get stuck into during lockdown. </p>
<p>The track features my band Ian Jennings on bass and Garry Kroll on drums, with harmony vocals by the lovely Alex Hart. It was produced and mixed by myself and mastered by Jason Mitchell at Loud Mastering. </p>
<p>You can find the track in all the usual places including Spotify, Amazon and Apple Music via the following link <a contents="distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/dead-flowers&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/dead-flowers" target="_blank">distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/dead-flowers </a></p>
<p>It's also available on Bandcamp at <a contents="adamsweetmusic.bandcamp.com/track/dead-flowers&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://adamsweetmusic.bandcamp.com/track/dead-flowers" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.bandcamp.com/track/dead-flowers </a></p>
<p>And of course you can get the track direct from my website as a choose-your-price download <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/music&nbsp;" data-link-label="Music" data-link-type="page" href="/music" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/music </a></p>
<p>I really hope you enjoy the new single. Thanks to all of you who have been streaming, downloading and sharing the track already today…your support is hugely appreciated! </p>
<p>Cheers! </p>
<p>Adam</p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/dead-flowers" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/887c0446e55587f9809d3819cc64cb4d922741bd/original/flowers-finalflat.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/66896802021-07-16T12:26:48+01:002021-07-16T12:26:48+01:00Gig news and a new single coming soon!<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you’re all keeping well. It’s been a while but I’m so pleased to say more gigs are starting to appear in the diary, so I wanted to let you know of a few full-band shows that are happening in the coming weeks… </p>
<p>This <strong>Sunday 18th July</strong> we’ll be at the <strong>Yarty Party Festival in Axminster</strong>, taking to the Big Top Stage around 3pm. Also playing in the Big Top on Sunday are our friends Pshcyadelephant, Ruby Cross and Jonah Hitchens. Day and weekend tickets are available – full details at <a contents="yartyparty.co.uk&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.yartyparty.co.uk" target="_blank">yartyparty.co.uk </a></p>
<p><strong>Thursday 29th July</strong> the Teign Jazz & Blues Club are once again hosting us for an evening show at the <strong>Old Commercial in Bishopsteignton</strong>. We had a great time here back in September, and this time we’ll be joined by our buddy <strong>Ian Briggs on harmonica</strong>. Tickets are available for £12 from the Old Commercial (01626 775285) and Regent Style, Teignmouth (01626 778858). </p>
<p>On <strong>Friday 6th August </strong>you can catch us at the<strong> Ocean City Blues n Jazz Festival in Plymouth</strong>. This is a free weekend-long festival taking place on the Barbican – we’ll be on stage at 5pm on the Friday evening. </p>
<p>In other news, I’m excited to say my new single ‘<strong>Dead Flowers</strong>’ is coming out on <strong>30th July</strong>! After so many requests for this song during my livestream shows I decided to record a version at home – a little lockdown project that’s turned out rather nicely and is already starting to pick up some radio play. I’ll let you know more about it soon, but it’s available to pre-save for Spotify, Apple Music/iTunes and Amazon users now <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/dead-flowers" target="_blank">here</a></p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/dead-flowers" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/887c0446e55587f9809d3819cc64cb4d922741bd/original/flowers-finalflat.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_none" alt="" /></a></p>
<p>I must give a special mention to my friends at The Red Dress who I think you'll agree have done a wonderful job on the artwork. </p>
<p>Thanks for reading and I look forward to seeing some of you out there at one of these real gigs!! </p>
<p>All the best, </p>
<p>Adam</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/44d2f94a67aec53f8cd1e524963185ea20f86790/original/192790902-4201944183203494-1368964556106101220-n.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_none" alt="" /></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/66205002021-05-03T22:23:54+01:002021-05-03T22:23:54+01:00Live stream this Tuesday with special guest Ian Jennings!<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you’re all keeping well and had an enjoyable bank holiday weekend. </p>
<p>Another month seems to have flown by so I’m gearing up to do another live stream show this Tuesday 4th May...and this time I have a real treat for you as I will be joined by my buddy Ian Jennings on double bass! </p>
<p>The set will be streaming live from my Facebook page at the usual time of 8pm (UK time). </p>
<p>You can tune in at https://www.facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live, and to be sure you don’t miss it you can sign up to the Facebook event now at https://fb.me/e/b2EP4fK1m </p>
<p>As usual the set will be free to watch with the option to send us a tip via paypal.me/adamsweetmusic. </p>
<p>It’s been so long since Ian and I have been able to play a duo show together so I’m really looking forward to this one…if you’re able to join us we’d love to see you there in the comments! </p>
<p>Cheers, </p>
<p>Adam</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/c509bc4fa77bae560b7d2cf7a0ee8c2a88f308bf/original/adam-ian-live-stream.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/65955322021-04-06T11:48:42+01:002021-11-14T14:42:46+00:00Live stream on Facebook tonight at 8<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you’re all keeping well. A quick note to let you know I’ll be back with another live stream tonight (Tues 6th) on Facebook at 8pm UK time. </p>
<p>It’s almost exactly 1 year to the day since I first did a live stream from home, so I’ll be marking the occasion with plenty of old favourites as well as some newer stuff. I can’t thank you enough for all your support over this past year! </p>
<p>Tune in at <a contents="facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live</a>. </p>
<p>You can sign up the Facebook event here <a contents="https://fb.me/e/DVdbp8kg&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://fb.me/e/DVdbp8kg&nbsp;" target="_blank">https://fb.me/e/DVdbp8kg </a></p>
<p>Looking forward to catching up with you…hopefully see you there at 8. </p>
<p>Cheers! </p>
<p>Adam</p>
<p> </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://fb.me/e/DVdbp8kg&nbsp;" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/33bed2f180296e51bca8d393216b8e1514925d80/original/adam-live-stream-tuesdays.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_none" alt="" /></a></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/65687342021-03-09T10:02:03+00:002021-03-09T10:02:03+00:00Live stream tonight<p>Hey folks, </p>
<p>Just checking in to let you know I’ll be going live tonight (Tues 9th) streaming another solo set from home. </p>
<p>You can tune in on Facebook at the usual time of 8pm at facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live. </p>
<p>You can sign up to the Facebook event here https://fb.me/e/18krc0LIu </p>
<p>Looking forward to catching up with you all and sharing some songs, and there’s even a little bit of gig news to tell you about! </p>
<p>See you at 8… </p>
<p>Cheers </p>
<p>Adam</p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://fb.me/e/18krc0LIu" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/9420bb171bcfec9e443db072cebd8773d40d6508/original/adam-live-stream-tuesdays.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_none" alt="" /></a></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/65421312021-02-07T21:14:44+00:002022-03-24T09:03:38+00:00Live Stream this Tuesday<p>Hi folks,</p>
<p>Hope you’re all keeping well.</p>
<p>A quick note from me to let you know that this Tuesday 9th Feb I’ll be back with my first live-streamed gig of 2021.</p>
<p>I’ll be playing a solo acoustic set from home, going live on Facebook at 8pm at <a contents="facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live" target="_blank">facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live</a>. You can sign up to the Facebook event <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1100328743778598" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p>It’s been a while so I’m really looking forward to catching up and sharing some songs with you…hope you can tune in.</p>
<p>Best wishes,</p>
<p>Adam</p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1100328743778598" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/dce3db6fb91d67a66c205b4c19c7c57e7ff7a8bd/original/adam-live-stream-tuesdays.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/65109392020-12-31T18:40:11+00:002020-12-31T18:40:11+00:00Happy New Year and thank you!<p>Happy New Year folks! Just wanted to take this opportunity to say a massive thank you for all the support this year. </p>
<p>It’s not been the year any of us had planned but I’m very grateful to have still been able to release a new album in 2020. Thanks to everyone who helped make this happen and especially to all of you who bought and streamed ‘Sink or Swim’. The response to the album has been wonderful and I hope one day soon we’ll be able to get back out there and perform it for you!</p>
<p>Talking of performances I also want to say a huge thanks to everyone who tuned into the live streams this year. Your generosity in supporting these has been incredible and it’s been a real lifeline in these tough times.</p>
<p>However you’re seeing in the new year I hope you have a good one…here’s to better times ahead and a more sociable 2021!</p>
<p>Best wishes,</p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/64891512020-12-01T12:20:01+00:002020-12-01T12:20:01+00:00Live stream tonight at 8<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you're all well. Just a quick note to let you know that I'll be going live on Facebook tonight for a solo set live streamed from home. It's been a while since I've done one of these so I hope you can join me for a few tunes and a catch up! </p>
<p>I'll be starting at 8pm - head to https://www.facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live or sign up to the Facebook event <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://fb.me/e/cloJINDMd" target="_blank">here</a> </p>
<p>Hopefully see you later in the comments! </p>
<p>Cheers</p>
<p>Adam<a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://fb.me/e/cloJINDMd" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/4da3b23df7b715943be901463aff30f7302d68d9/original/adam-live-stream-tuesdays.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/64776762020-11-14T17:06:31+00:002022-03-24T09:08:23+00:00Here to Nowhere - single and video out now!<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>“Here to Nowhere” is out as a digital single now!</p>
<p>You can listen and download the single straight from my <a contents="website" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://adamsweetmusic.com/track/2445741/here-to-nowhere" target="_blank">website</a>, and it’s available on all your preferred <a contents="digital platforms" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/here-to-nowhere-2" target="_blank">digital platforms</a> too. </p>
<p>To accompany the single is a new video, which was premiered by online music magazine XS Noize - <a contents="view the full article here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.xsnoize.com/video-premiere-adam-sweet-here-to-nowhere/" target="_blank">view the full article here</a>. </p>
<p>The video is now also available to watch on my YouTube channel <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/a0nlbqjDHqc" target="_blank">here</a>. Hope you enjoy it! </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/a0nlbqjDHqc" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/aa1ae091d33d5e29b17d88273d35acdc1669feff/original/screen-shot-2020-10-29-at-00-32-15.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p>Stay safe and well and I hope to see you soon. </p>
<p>Thanks for the support! </p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/64767812020-11-13T15:50:25+00:002020-11-13T15:50:25+00:00"Here to Nowhere" - Video Premiere on XS Noize<p>Online Music Magazine XS Noize have premiered the new video for "Here to Nowhere", which is released as a single today! </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.xsnoize.com/video-premiere-adam-sweet-here-to-nowhere/" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/65da4a1fa0f13c1acec5e39b575fac6efee5a68b/original/img-3075.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a>View the full article at <a contents="https://www.xsnoize.com/video-premiere-adam-sweet-here-to-nowhere/" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.xsnoize.com/video-premiere-adam-sweet-here-to-nowhere/" target="_blank">https://www.xsnoize.com/video-premiere-adam-sweet-here-to-nowhere/</a></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/64619492020-10-23T17:08:02+01:002020-10-23T17:08:02+01:00Upcoming gig in Axminster and a new video! <p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you’re all doing ok out there. A couple of nuggets of news to share with you… </p>
<p><strong>Next Gig </strong></p>
<p>On Friday 13th November I’ll be playing with my band at Axminster Football Club, featuring Ian Jennings on bass and Garry Kroll on drums. This is the only gig in the diary for the foreseeable, so we’re really excited for this one! Tickets are already selling well and numbers are limited, so if you’d like to join us please book your tickets in advance via my website <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://adamsweetmusic.com/event/4155064/540402795/adam-sweet-band-live-at-axminster-football-club" target="_blank">here</a> </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://adamsweetmusic.com/event/4155064/540402795/adam-sweet-band-live-at-axminster-football-club" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/1b2a16dbbb25e8d761df9816618fb1c9766309bf/original/afc-poster.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a>There will be extensive COVID measures in place including socially distanced tables and table service for drinks. Masks must be worn when moving around the venue but not whilst seated for the show. This is one of the few venues around that can work with all the necessary restrictions in place so we’re really grateful to be able to play here – we hope you can join us! </p>
<p><strong>New Video </strong></p>
<p>Tonight we should have been playing at the Marine Theatre in Lyme Regis to celebrate the ‘Sink or Swim’ album release, so I figured this would be a good time to share with you another video from our recent live session at Momentum Studios instead. Here Ian, Garry and I are giving the track “Something From Nothing” a workout with Josiah J Manning back on Hammond organ and Kris Barras behind the camera. It’s just gone live on YouTube and you can watch it <a contents="here&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/c-VzYEuP1_o" target="_blank">here </a></p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/c-VzYEuP1_o" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/b751613b5cb0f4d516fa00524faad9212d560ba1/original/screen-shot-2020-10-23-at-14-05-59.png/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p>Thanks again to everyone who has been supporting the new album and spreading the word…the feedback has been wonderful and the <a contents="reviews in the press" data-link-label="Reviews" data-link-type="page" href="/reviews" target="_blank">reviews in the press</a> have been a joy to read! If you’d like to order ‘Sink or Swim’ on CD, vinyl or as a digital download my shop is always open at <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/shop" data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/shop</a> </p>
<p>Take care and I look forward to seeing some of you on the 13th November! </p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/64413862020-09-24T00:48:35+01:002020-09-24T00:48:35+01:00Some news about gigs...<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>I hope you’re all keeping well. I’ve got a little bit of gig news for you, starting with the good news… </p>
<p>First up this <strong>Saturday 26th</strong> we’re really looking forward to a full band show at the <strong>Old Commercial Inn in Bishopsteignton</strong>. This has been organised by our friends at the Teignmouth Jazz & Blues Club and last I heard it’s pretty much sold out! But if you’d like to enquire about tickets please call the venue on 01626 775285. This will be a 7:30pm start in the Garden Bar (due to Covid safety measures the indoor bars wont be open)…so if you’re coming it might be an idea to wear something warm! </p>
<p>Then on <strong>Friday 2nd October</strong> we’ll be at the <strong>Chapel Arts Centre in Bath</strong> playing an unplugged band set with Ian on double bass and Garry on percussion. Due to Covid restrictions we cant play our usual full volume electric set here, but we’re very much looking forward to stripping the songs back to their acoustic roots and performing “unplugged” as a band for the first time. <strong>Please note the new earlier start time of 7:30pm</strong> following the latest government announcements. Tickets are £13 and available in advance only via <a contents="https://chapelarts.org/events/adam-sweet-band-unplugged/&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://chapelarts.org/events/adam-sweet-band-unplugged/&nbsp;" target="_blank">https://chapelarts.org/events/adam-sweet-band-unplugged/ </a></p>
<p>Sadly the rescheduled album launch show at the <strong>Marine Theatre in Lyme Regis</strong> on <strong>October 23rd</strong> is now <strong>officially cancelled</strong>. Hopefully this won’t come as too much of a surprise but I’m still very sorry it can’t go ahead. With all the restrictions and uncertainty at the moment it’s just not possible to stage the show we wanted to do for you. All ticket holders will be automatically refunded – you don’t need to do anything. We will be looking to reschedule once the theatre has fully re-opened…it’ll happen one day! </p>
<p>Finally, I want to say a massive thank you to everyone who has bought the new album!! The feedback so far has been amazing and I’m so grateful for all your support. You can buy ‘Sink or Swim’ on CD, vinyl and as a digital download direct from my website at <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/shop" data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop">adamsweetmusic.com/shop</a>. </p>
<p>For more info on the two upcoming gigs in Bath and Bishopsteignton please visit <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a></p>
<p>Thanks again and take care out there. </p>
<p>Adam</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/1c44d9beb5be97ba28cdf930af0b5833c8130603/original/adam-sweet-teignmouth-poster2.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/d23c0953226f6899b391db35ab734a4a56bc2d94/original/chapel-arts-poster.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/64319992020-09-12T15:45:34+01:002020-09-12T15:49:22+01:00'Sink or Swim' Album Launch Live Stream<p>Huge thanks to everyone who tuned into the 'Sink or Swim' Album Launch Livestream on Facebook last night. </p>
<p>It was such a pleasure to play with Ian and Garry again and share the album with you in full. </p>
<p>If you missed the show you can watch it again here!</p>
<p>A very special thanks to Alan West, Dale Hurrell, Katharine Mockett and Kirstin Reynolds for making this possible!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="true" allowtransparency="true" frameborder="0" height="315" scrolling="no" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fadamsweetmusic%2Fvideos%2F1636226866559606%2F&show_text=0&width=560" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" width="560"></iframe></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/64301452020-09-10T19:02:00+01:002020-09-10T19:02:48+01:00Album review just in from Fatea Magazine!<p>I had to share with you this wonderful review of the 'Sink or Swim' album, written by Greg Hancock at Fatea Magazine. I couldn't ask for a better or more thoughtful review!</p>
<p><em><strong>Many of the songs and arrangements have all the usual and expected elements of familiar blues-rock, but Sweet always manages to add something surprising and different to the work, making this one of the most enjoyable recordings I've come across this year.</strong></em></p>
<p>Read the full review at <strong><a contents="http://www.fatea-records.co.uk/magazine/reviews/AdamSweet/" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.fatea-records.co.uk/magazine/reviews/AdamSweet/" target="_blank">http://www.fatea-records.co.uk/magazine/reviews/AdamSweet/</a></strong></p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.fatea-records.co.uk/magazine/reviews/AdamSweet/" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/48921cf0051917ddae764828c00f5b25a1acf1c4/original/sink-or-swim-square-texture.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsInNtYWxsIl1d.jpg" class="size_s justify_center border_" /></a></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/64265212020-09-06T21:17:55+01:002020-09-06T21:17:55+01:00One week till the album release. New video out now!<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>To mark the upcoming release of the 'Sink or Swim' album we recently went back to Momentum Studios and filmed some live versions of a couple of the album tracks. It was so good to get back in the studio and play together and great to team up with Josiah J Manning on Hammond organ again too. The first video from this session is 'Trouble', and it’s available to watch now! </p>
<p>Watch it on YouTube <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/iTR64y6enHE" target="_blank">here</a>. If you haven’t done so already please subscribe to the channel.</p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/iTR64y6enHE" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/a41c6492f9f22b9f6264e2d7d586a57424c6d087/original/screen-shot-2020-09-04-at-12-10-26.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p>Just one week to go now until the album is released next Friday 11th September, and to celebrate we’ll be streaming a full band show at 8pm that night on my Facebook page! We hope you can join us…</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/d03cd05845da254aa9f385f121d24014f159ce57/original/album-release-cell2.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Thanks again to everyone who has pre-ordered their copies of ‘Sink or Swim’ on CD and vinyl…they’ll be in the post next week! If you’d still like to pre-order you can do so at <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/shop&nbsp;" data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/shop </a></p>
<p>Thanks for keeping in touch and for all the support – it’s very much appreciated!! </p>
<p>All the best, </p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/64134482020-08-20T14:58:19+01:002020-08-20T14:58:19+01:00Sink or Swim album update and other news<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>A quick update on the latest news here… </p>
<p>Firstly thanks to all of you who have pre-orderd your copies of the new album on CD and Vinyl so far - it’s massively appreciated! If you haven’t done so yet you can get your ‘Sink or Swim’ orders in at <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/shop&nbsp;" data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/shop </a></p>
<p>If digital is more your thing then the album is now also available to pre-save on Spotify, Apple Music/iTunes and Google Play. Just go to <a contents="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/sink-or-swim" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/sink-or-swim" target="_blank">https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/sink-or-swim</a>. If you’re a Spotify user click on the ‘pre-save & follow’ button at the above link and the album will automatically add to your library on release day – simple as that! </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/sink-or-swim" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/acfe4748248a0c22aa8d0e3d02dc30058645e695/original/sink-or-swim-ad-cell.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p>Recently I returned to the studio with the band to record some live video sessions to celebrate the upcoming album release. We had a real blast with Josiah J Manning joining us on keys and Kris Barras on filming duties. The first of these videos will be appearing soon so keep an eye out…you can subscribe to my Youtube channel <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45gTiTELAdiw4Wy1UyfALw?sub_confirmation=1" target="_blank">here</a> </p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/9899ef77097a6cb9546b33cc8d98eeb8c2a71932/original/117385583-3475839539103438-4028670754847688293-o.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>And finally, some gig news! This Saturday I’ll be playing a real gig with my old mates Alan West & Steve Black at the Chapel Arts Centre in Bath. This is one of our favourite venues and they have kindly invited us to be one of the first acts to play there with all the new measures in place. Very much looking forward to it! If you’d like to join us there are still some tickets available via the <a contents="Chapel Arts Centre website" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://chapelarts.org/events/alan-west-steve-black-adam-sweet-an-evening-of-acoustic-americana-3/" target="_blank">Chapel Arts Centre website</a>. </p>
<p>Thanks! </p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/63981772020-07-31T09:40:13+01:002020-07-31T09:40:13+01:00Full-band live stream and an album release date!<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Sorry I’ve been a bit quiet recently...it's been a while but I’m very glad to say I’ve got some good news to share with you! </p>
<p>First up, this <strong>Friday 31st July</strong> I’ll be getting the band together for our first attempt at a <strong>full-band livestream</strong>. A few days ago we met up for a rehearsal for the first time since February and had so much fun we thought we’d play again this Friday. So this time we’re setting up outdoors and inviting you to join us for an hour at <strong>7pm</strong> (BST) on my <strong>Facebook</strong> page as we try and blow away the last of those lockdown cobwebs! </p>
<p>Secondly, I’m delighted to say the new release date for the ‘Sink or Swim’ album has finally been confirmed! It will be out on CD, Vinyl and all major digital platforms on <strong>11th September</strong>!! </p>
<p>AND you can now <strong>pre-order</strong> the album on <strong>CD</strong> and <strong>Vinyl</strong> – just head to my <a contents="website" data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop" target="_blank">website</a> to get your orders in! </p>
<p>I hope you’re all keeping well out there. After all the setbacks this year it feels good to be sharing some positive news with you again…more to come soon I hope. </p>
<p>Keep in touch and hope you can tune in on Facebook tomorrow (Friday) at 7pm. </p>
<p>All the best, </p>
<p>Adam</p>
<p> </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/4530a8ce32bd50d75798c0f0e28dd11fa2d3f72d/original/sweetlayers-gimp-export.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/63509932020-06-12T15:25:54+01:002020-06-12T15:25:54+01:00'Like It or Not' - new single out now<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>My new single ‘Like It or Not’ is out today! </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/like-it-or-not" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/7c5035aa33e47d8271b0099d586265a8d30dd69d/original/like-it-or-not-single-cover.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a>It’s available on all digital platforms, so you can listen to it wherever you usually get your music. Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, Tidal and Google Play users can go straight to it via <a contents="distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/like-it-or-not&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/like-it-or-not" target="_blank">distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/like-it-or-not </a></p>
<p>If you would like to buy a download of the single and support me directly then you can do so <a contents="here at my website" data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop" target="_blank">here at my website</a>, where you can choose to pay whatever you like for the track. </p>
<p>I really hope you enjoy it...please feel free to spread the word if you do! </p>
<p>Don’t forget I’ll be going live on Facebook tonight at 8pm (BST) for a special single launch live stream! You can tune in at facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live </p>
<p>Thanks again for all the support. Hope you can come and say hi on Facebook tonight! </p>
<p>All the best, </p>
<p>Adam x</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/63462942020-06-08T17:37:26+01:002020-06-08T17:37:27+01:00'Like It or Not' Single Release - Friday 12th June<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>My new single ‘Like It or Not’ will be released on Friday 12th June! </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/like-it-or-not" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/7c5035aa33e47d8271b0099d586265a8d30dd69d/original/like-it-or-not-single-cover.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a>You can pre-save the single now via https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/like-it-or-not </p>
<p>It will be available on all major digital platforms and as a pay-what-you-want download direct from my website on the 12th June. </p>
<p>This is the second single to be released from my forthcoming ‘Sink or Swim’ album, and once again features Ian Jennings (this time playing upright bass) and Garry Kroll (drums and percussion). The single also introduces producer Josiah J Manning on piano and Hammond organ. </p>
<p>'Like It or Not' has already been getting plenty of radio play and some great reviews. Here’s what the folks at w21 Music have to say about it… </p>
<p>“With Adam providing suitably laid back vocals and a divine guitar solo this is pretty much flawless, you could leave it on repeat all day and never tire of it.” Read the full review at <a contents="www.w21music.com&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/like-it-or-not" target="_blank">www.w21music.com </a></p>
<p>To celebrate the single release I will once again be live streaming a single launch show on my Facebook page on the day of the release – tune in at 8pm on Friday 12th for that one…would love for you to join me! </p>
<p>Thanks for all your continued support these last few months. It is massively appreciated and I really hope you enjoy the new track! </p>
<p>Very best wishes, </p>
<p>Adam x</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/63053792020-05-05T15:29:37+01:002020-05-05T15:29:37+01:00Thanks for supporting the new single!<p>Hi folks,</p>
<p>Just a quick note to say thank you to all of you who tuned in to the Facebook live stream last Friday night for the ‘You or Me’ single release. If you missed it, or if you don’t do Facebook, you can watch a replay of the live stream on my website at <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/videos " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.adamsweetmusic.com/videos" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/videos </a></p>
<p>The feedback on the single has been wonderful and I really appreciate all the support you’ve been giving it. If you haven’t heard it yet you can listen at all the usual places via <a contents="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/you-or-me " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/you-or-me" target="_blank">https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/you-or-me </a></p>
<p>Or you can download it direct from my website at <a contents="https://adamsweetmusic.com/shop " data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/shop </a></p>
<p>This week I’ll be going back to the regular Tuesday night live streams and will be continuing this weekly for the time being. So if you’d like to join me again you can tune in tonight at 8pm at <a contents="https://www.facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live" target="_blank">facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live </a></p>
<p>Thanks again!</p>
<p>Very best wishes,</p>
<p>Adam x</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/1528c12e3ff9bebe833311c0a3f9907923a9e39f/original/adam-live-stream-tuesdays.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/63011662020-05-01T13:03:02+01:002022-03-24T09:03:20+00:00New Single ‘You or Me’ Out Now!!<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>I’m delighted to announce my new single ‘You or Me’ is OUT NOW!! </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/you-or-me" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/6f4339272626fa98cb54e510c7f3279b576fede8/original/you-or-me-single-cover.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a>It’s available on all digital platforms, so you can listen to it wherever you usually get your music. If you’re a <a contents="Spotify" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://tinyurl.com/qrngmmm" target="_blank">Spotify</a> user then please be sure to hit the <a contents="‘Follow’" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://tinyurl.com/qrngmmm" target="_blank">‘<strong>Follow’</strong></a> button. </p>
<p>If you would like to buy a download of the single and support me directly then you can do so at my website where you can choose to pay whatever you like for the track. <a contents="Click here to buy download" data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop" target="_blank"><strong>Click here to buy download</strong></a> </p>
<p>‘You or Me’ is the first single to be revealed from my forthcoming album ‘Sink or Swim’. It gives you a good taster of what is to come on this new record featuring my band Ian Jennings on bass and Garry Kroll on drums. We had such a blast recording this with producer Josiah J Manning down at Momentum Studios in Plymouth and I’m glad you’re finally getting to hear it! This particular track also features a guest appearance from our good friend Ian Briggs on harmonica. </p>
<p>I really hope you enjoy the new single and please spread the word if you do. You’ll be able to pre-order the full album soon. </p>
<p>Finally, I’ll be going live on Facebook tonight at 8pm for a little single launch “gig”…would love for you to join me! </p>
<p>Thanks so much for your support as always. Stay safe and well! </p>
<p>Adam x</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/62941872020-04-25T11:09:58+01:002020-04-25T11:09:58+01:00'You or Me' Single Release - Friday 1st May<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>I’m excited to be able to share some good news with you – my new single ‘You or Me’ will be released on Friday 1st May! </p>
<p>This is the first single to be released from my new album and it will be available on all your preferred digital platforms and as a download from my website. </p>
<p>Spotify, iTunes, Apple Music, Amazon and Google Play users can pre-save/pre-order the single now via <a contents="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/you-or-me" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/you-or-me" target="_blank">https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/you-or-me</a>. You can download it direct from my <a contents="website" data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop" target="_blank">website</a> from 1stMay. </p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/adamsweet/you-or-me" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/ae94473eaab40fe52539e53f23379b1f24f25024/original/you-or-me-ad-cell.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p>It feels great to finally be putting out some new music for you. It’s been such a strange month and all the plans we had made have been turned upside down, including the album launch show on 12th June. This has now been postponed and we have tentatively pencilled in 23rd October as an alternative date for the show…I will of course keep you all updated on this. As for the actual album release, you wont have to wait till October for this but it’s looking likely to be pushed back a little in the current situation…again, more info on this soon. </p>
<p>Finally, a massive thanks to everyone who’s been tuning in to the Facebook Live streams so far! It’s the closest we can get to a gig for the foreseeable and it’s been so lovely to still be able to connect with so many of you. I won’t be doing one this Tuesday but will instead be going live on Facebook on Friday at 8pm to celebrate the single release that day…hope you can tune in for that one! </p>
<p>Thanks for all the support and I hope you enjoy the new single when it arrives. </p>
<p>Look after yourselves. Stay happy and healthy! </p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/62811432020-04-13T19:36:00+01:002020-04-13T19:41:28+01:00Live Streams This Week<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/15454056c8995f4f8b75f1ab4bd88782ebfcec3f/original/live-stream-poster-14th-april-2020.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" />Hi folks, </p>
<p>I hope you’re all keeping well. I just wanted to let you know about a couple of shows I’ll be streaming live this week from the comfort of my little home studio. </p>
<p>Firstly, thanks to everyone who tuned in to my first attempt at one of these last Tuesday. I must admit it felt pretty strange at first, but it was a lot of fun once I settled into it and I was really blown away by the response and the incredible generosity in the virtual tip jar! It was great to be able to connect with so many of you. There were a lot of requests coming in too, so the plan is to do it once a week with the next one being this Tuesday 14th at 8pm. This also happens to be the second Tuesday of the month when I would usually be playing my monthly residency at Ebdons in Exeter, so hopefully some of the regular Ebdons crowd can join me too! If you’d like to tune in just go to <a contents="https://www.facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/adamsweetmusic/live</a> at 8pm (UK time) on Tuesday. </p>
<p>Also on Friday 17th April at 8pm I will be playing a “gig” at the Virtual Brook Inn! I have been playing regularly at the real Brook Inn in Plympton ever since it opened in 2014, where the landlord John Govier has always been a huge supporter of live music as well as working tirelessly to create a hub for the local community. So it’s no surprise that in these difficult times John has come up with the genius idea of creating ‘The Virtual Brook Inn’, which has already played host to a bunch of gigs in the last couple of weeks. I’m really pleased to have been asked to play and you can catch this one on The Virtual Brook Inn Facebook page <a contents="https://www.facebook.com/virtualbrookinn/" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/virtualbrookinn/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/virtualbrookinn/</a></p>
<p>So two gigs this week…that’s almost a tour! </p>
<p>Also I hope to be able to update you on news of the album launch soon…obviously there’s a lot of uncertainty hanging over all the plans we had for the release. As soon as I know what’s happening I’ll let you know, but the first single will be coming out on 1st May…more info on that soon! </p>
<p>Thanks again for all the support. Keep in touch and stay happy and healthy. </p>
<p>Adam x</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/62559592020-03-20T13:59:30+00:002020-03-20T13:59:30+00:00Update - March 2020<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/d70f4f4b8ca8981bbcaf98e552c8d8ea72d5601d/original/20190830-pete-millson-0074-adam-sweet-standard-bw.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>It’ll come as no surprise that all upcoming gigs are off until the current advice changes. This includes the full-band show at the Bronx in Teignmouth on 29th April, which we will be rescheduling for later in the year. </p>
<p>As for May and June we will just have to wait and see. Obviously there is a big question mark over the album launch show on 12th June too…we may have to push it back but I’ll keep you all updated. </p>
<p>Whatever happens I’ll still be bringing you some new music soon…keep an eye out for news on the first single coming next month. In the meantime take care of yourselves and do what you can to support each other. </p>
<p>Keep in touch. </p>
<p>Adam x</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/62227672020-02-21T16:24:54+00:002020-02-21T17:00:35+00:00Save the date! 12th June – ALBUM LAUNCH SHOW!!<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/73175a12d20f93f30b8f67a7d40a7ceb8b37638a/original/20190830-pete-millson-0138-adam-sweet-standard-bw.jpg/!!/undefined/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you’re all well. Apologies for being a bit quiet recently, but as many of you know I finished recording my new album last year and since then I’ve been busy behind the scenes getting everything in place for the album release… </p>
<p>So I’m delighted to be able to announce that the release date for my new album will be <strong>Friday 12th June</strong> and we’ll be marking the occasion with a launch show at the <strong>Marine Theatre </strong>in<strong> Lyme Regis</strong> that night! </p>
<p>The Marine Theatre is a beautiful venue where I’ve had the pleasure of performing many times over the years, and as my hometown theatre where I witnessed my first proper gig almost 20 years ago (remember The Hamsters anyone?) it feels fitting to be returning here to launch my new album. </p>
<p>The launch show will see the new album <strong>‘Sink or Swim’</strong> performed in its entirety with my <strong>full band</strong> featuring some <strong>special guests</strong>, and we’ll be playing plenty of old favourites for you too. </p>
<p>For more info on the album launch show check out the Marine Theatre website <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.marinetheatre.com/adam-sweet-sink-or-swim-album-launch/" target="_blank">here</a></p>
<p>You can book your tickets <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://marinetheatre.seetickets.com/event/adam-sweet-sink-or-swim-album-launch/marine-theatre/1508381" target="_blank">here</a></p>
<p>I really hope you’ll be able to join us for what should be a very special night. Put the date in your diary and I’ll be in touch with more details about the album and the launch show very soon… </p>
<p>Best wishes, </p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/59073122019-09-27T12:17:02+01:002019-09-27T12:17:02+01:00Netherlands Tour this October<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you’re well. Just a quick note for all my Dutch friends out there to let you know about my upcoming trip to the Netherlands next month. </p>
<p>I’ll be doing a 5 date tour around the North of the country, starting with a return visit to Peter en Leni’s in Steendam on Friday 11thOctober for a solo acoustic show at this lovely venue. On the Saturday I’ll be returning to another favourite of mine, Rue de la Gare in Emmen, for a late night full-band show where I’ll be joined by Dutch session collective ‘The Pact’ featuring Sietse Huisman on drums and Ronald Jonker on bass. I’ll then be heading to the far North for some more solo shows…Leeuwarden on the Sunday and finishing the trip on the island of Vlieland. </p>
<p>Friday 11th October – Podium Café Peter en Leni, Steendam, 20:30 </p>
<p>Saturday 12th October – Rue de la Gare, Emmen (feat. The Pact), 23:00 </p>
<p>Sunday 13th October – Paddy O'Ryan, Leeuwarden, 17:00 </p>
<p>Monday 14th October – Loodscafé, Vlieland, 21:00 </p>
<p>Tuesday 15th October – Loodscafé, Vlieland, 21:00 </p>
<p>Full details on the website at <a contents="www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows&nbsp;" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows </a></p>
<p>Looking forward to catching up with some of you over there! </p>
<p>Best wishes, </p>
<p>Adam</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/c2331cc63a295082fd386eec746eebed7c53b777/original/adam-solo-poster-netherlands-2019.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/58514212019-08-08T15:49:38+01:002019-08-08T15:49:38+01:00Friday @ Ocean City Blues N Jazz Fest - Cancelled<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Following on from my last mail-out I’m sorry to say that the organisers of the Ocean City Blues N Jazz Festival in Plymouth have had to cancel the first day of the festival due to the severe weather forecast. It’s completely understandable but we’re gutted we won’t get to play there this year…apologies to any of you who were planning on coming. I believe they’re still going ahead with the Saturday and Sunday of the festival but we’ll have to wait till next year now! </p>
<p>Don’t forget there are still a couple more opportunities to catch me with the band this month… </p>
<p>Thursday 22nd – The Brit Bar, Weston-super-Mare, 8pm. </p>
<p>Friday 30th – Mariners’ Hall, Beer (plus special guest Julian Piper), doors 7:30pm, tickets £8 in advance available <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://adamsweetmusic.com/event/2790285/504775398/mariners-hall-beer-adam-sweet-band-plus-julian-piper?fbclid=IwAR2_FWV0KuvAvKjY7fBIF-B4uqUKqWNUx4ryTQdDwdEe5VyXnoKqunnKtaE" target="_blank">here</a></p>
<p>Thanks to all of you who came along to the gigs in Sidmouth this week by the way! The weather nearly got the better of us on Tuesday too…but thanks for sticking it out! </p>
<p>See you soon… </p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/58463222019-08-03T14:57:14+01:002019-08-03T14:58:05+01:00Gig News for August<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you’re well. Plenty going on this month gig-wise, so thought I’d better let you know… </p>
<p>Firstly I’m really looking forward to getting back out there with the band this month and we’ve got a few shows coming up, starting at the Sidmouth Folk Festival on the Anchor Stage this Sunday (3rd). The following Friday (9th) we’ll be in Plymouth for the Ocean City Blues N Jazz Festival on the Barbican, and we’ll be in Weston-super-Mare for a Thursday night gig at the Brit Bar on the 22nd. Finally we’ve just confirmed a special show at the Mariners’ Hall in Beer for Friday 30thAugust, which will also feature our good friend and renowned Blues slide guitar player Julian Piper. You can get tickets in advance for this one via my website <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://adamsweetmusic.com/event/2790285/504775398/mariners-hall-beer-adam-sweet-band-plus-julian-piper?fbclid=IwAR2_FWV0KuvAvKjY7fBIF-B4uqUKqWNUx4ryTQdDwdEe5VyXnoKqunnKtaE" target="_blank">here</a>. </p>
<p>As usual there are also plenty of solo gigs including the Volunteer in Sidmouth for the Folk Festival on Tuesday afternoon (6th) and a return to the Great Dorset Steam Fair at the end of the month. The residencies keep rolling on too! Here’s the full list for the month… </p>
<p>04/08 – Sidmouth Folk Festival, Anchor Stage, 9:45pm (Band) </p>
<p>06/08 – Sidmouth Folk Festival, The Volunteer Inn, 3pm (Solo) </p>
<p>09/08 – Ocean City Blues N Jazz Festival, The Barbican, Plymouth, 6:30pm (Band) </p>
<p>13/08 – Ebdons, Exeter, 8pm (Solo) </p>
<p>14/08 – Pilot Boat, Lyme Regis, 8:30pm (Solo) </p>
<p>15/08 – White Hart, Colyford, 8:30pm (with Alan West & Steve Black) </p>
<p>16/08 – Wilderness Gathering, Wiltshire, 9pm (Duo with Ian Jennings) </p>
<p>22/08 – Brit Bar, Weston-super-Mare, 8pm (Band) </p>
<p>23/08 – Venezia, Exeter, 7pm (Solo) </p>
<p>24/08 – Axminster Arts Café, Axminster (lunchtime concert with Alan West & Steve Black) </p>
<p>25/08 – Great Dorset Steam Fair, Michael Oliver Stage, 12:15pm & 1:45pm (Solo) </p>
<p>26/08 – Great Dorset Steam Fair, Michael Oliver Stage 1pm, Old Rosie Stage 4pm (Solo) </p>
<p>28/08 – Pilot Boat, Lyme Regis, 8:30pm (Solo) </p>
<p>30/08 – Mariners’ Hall, Beer with special guest Julian Piper, doors 7:30pm (Band) </p>
<p>In other news, I’m pleased to say the new album is coming along very nicely! We had an awesome week down in Plymouth at Momentum Studios with producer Josiah Manning, and after a couple of extra vocal sessions we’re ready to start mixing. I can’t wait for you to hear it…more news on that soon! </p>
<p>Take care and hopefully see you out there somewhere this month. </p>
<p>Adam</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Momentum Studios, Plymouth with Garry Kroll & Ian Jennings, 10th June 2019</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/57538062019-05-14T11:33:55+01:002019-05-14T11:35:33+01:00News update: Bank Holiday festivals and more...<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/10c83a8fec376686cc3b85137e3f1bc86d8b2dee/original/2a1a5fe5-1897-4855-8704-552c0a10d9e2.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you are all well. It’s been a while since I’ve checked in with you, so time for a quick news update… </p>
<p>In just under two weeks it’s the annual festival of Jazz & Blues in Lyme Regis – ‘<a contents="Jazz Jurassica" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.jazzjurassica.co.uk" target="_blank">Jazz Jurassica</a>’. I’m delighted to be back at the festival this year and this time I’ll be bringing my band to the Marine Theatre on Saturday 25th May to open the show for blues headliner <a contents="Laurence Jones" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.laurencejonesmusic.com" target="_blank">Laurence Jones</a>. There are still a few tickets left for this one (standing room only I believe) – you’ll find full details and tickets at <a contents="https://www.jazzjurassica.co.uk/performer/laurence-jones-band/&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.jazzjurassica.co.uk/performer/laurence-jones-band/" target="_blank">https://www.jazzjurassica.co.uk/performer/laurence-jones-band/ </a></p>
<p>On the final day of the festival (Monday 27th) I also have the honour of hosting an afternoon of blues at the Marine Shelters on Lyme’s stunning seafront. For my ‘Monday Blues’ session I’ve gathered together a roster of some of the finest blues players in the South West, who happen to be some very good friends of mine too! I’ll be kicking off proceedings at midday with my band (Ian Jennings on bass and Garry Kroll on drums), then with the help of my buddies Paddy Blight (bass) and Sebastian Boleslawski (drums) the rolling house band will be backing our special guests throughout the afternoon…Vince Lee, Joanna Cooke, Ian Briggs and Grace Gillan & Jake Miller. It’s gonna be a lot of fun! Full details at <a contents="https://www.jazzjurassica.co.uk/event/adam-sweets-monday-blues/&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.jazzjurassica.co.uk/event/adam-sweets-monday-blues/" target="_blank">https://www.jazzjurassica.co.uk/event/adam-sweets-monday-blues/ </a></p>
<p>The Bank Holiday weekend also sees me bringing the band to the <a contents="Exmouth Festival " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://exmouthfestival.co.uk" target="_blank">Exmouth Festival</a> on Sunday 26th. We’ll be on stage at 3:15pm…if you’re in Exmouth that weekend we’d love to see you there! </p>
<p>There are plenty more gigs coming up, both solo and with the band…check the website for the full list. The residencies are still going strong too – every other Wednesday solo in Lyme Regis; 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month with Alan West & Steve Black in Colyford; and my new slot on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at <a contents="Ebdons" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.ebdonsrefreshments.com" target="_blank">Ebdons</a> in Exeter. </p>
<p>Finally, I’m very excited to report that I’ll be heading into the studio with the band next month to start recording my new album! More news on that soon!! </p>
<p>Till next time… </p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/56246152019-02-02T16:22:10+00:002019-02-02T16:22:10+00:00New video – ‘You or Me’ live in the Round Room<p>Hi folks!</p>
<p>I’m pleased to say the third and final video from our live session in the Round Room is now available! This time it’s ‘<a contents="You or Me" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0EvlNdH4_Q" target="_blank">You or Me</a>’, another song from the new batch, being given the full-band treatment…</p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0EvlNdH4_Q" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/94d7d6cd783698a7dbdb3c5e77ddc3b621761415/original/screen-shot-2019-02-01-at-15-20-56.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a>We had a lot of fun making these videos…a special thanks goes out to Elliot Millson for taking care of the filming, and of course to my buddies Ian Jennings (bass) and Garry Kroll (drums). All of the videos from the session are available on my YouTube <a contents="channel" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/AdamSweetMusic" target="_blank">channel</a>, and you can subscribe to the channel <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45gTiTELAdiw4Wy1UyfALw?sub_confirmation=1" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p>Hope you enjoy and hopefully see you at a gig near you soon!</p>
<p>All the best,</p>
<p>Adam x</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/55823232019-01-05T19:03:20+00:002022-03-24T09:11:41+00:00Happy New Year and another new video! <p><span class="font_regular">Happy New Year folks! I hope you all had a good break over the festive period. I certainly enjoyed a bit of downtime after a great run of gigs in the lead up to Christmas, but I’m gradually getting back into the swing of things now… </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">So it’s about time I shared another new video with you from the recent live session with the band. In this installment we’re having a bash at another new track ‘<a contents="Trouble" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/xRiVRsrw6XY" target="_blank">Trouble</a>’. Recorded completely live, no overdubs, warts ‘n’ all…great fun! Hope you enjoy it! </span></p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://youtu.be/xRiVRsrw6XY" target="_blank"><span class="font_regular"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/c585a7c588d31da1e5ecccfd93e0e71fe4b17720/original/screen-shot-2019-01-05-at-18-16-55.png/!!/b:W10=.png" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></span></a></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">January is traditionally a fairly quiet month on the gig front, but a January tradition that is still going strong is the annual Midwinterfest in Torquay. We’ll be down there next weekend (11th– 13th Jan) for the 5th year running, where as usual I’ll be resident for the weekend playing alongside hosts Alan West & Steve Black, but this year I’ll also be bringing my band for a full set on the Friday night too! The festival is always a great way to kick off the New Year, and there are still a couple of spaces left I believe, so if you fancy joining us for the weekend email info@neo-music.net for more info… </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">That’s all for now but there’ll be another new video along soon…you can also subscribe to my YouTube channel <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45gTiTELAdiw4Wy1UyfALw?sub_confirmation=1" target="_blank">here</a> if you don’t want to miss it. If I don’t see you in Torquay next weekend I’ll see you somewhere else soon! </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">Cheers, </span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">Adam x </span></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/55336722018-11-30T17:16:34+00:002018-11-30T17:17:58+00:00New videos and other news…<p style="text-align: justify;">Hi folks, </p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Hope you’re all well, and welcome along to all the new subscribers who’ve signed up to the mailing list over the last 4 or 5 months. It’s been a while since my last one I know…but after what was my busiest summer yet of gigging and touring the time seems to have flown by…and in these days of spam overload I don’t like to bother you unless I’ve got something pretty interesting to share with you… </p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Which leads me on to some new videos I have to share with you! Some of you have caught the full-band shows I’ve played this year with my buddies Ian Jennings and Garry Kroll. Last month the three of us got together for a day to play around with some of my newest songs, so we thought we’d set up the mics and the cameras and see what we could capture from the session. We had a lot of fun and I’m pleased to say the first video from the session, ‘Working On It’, is live now!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="Cwg2L8wzD2g" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/Cwg2L8wzD2g/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Cwg2L8wzD2g?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="360" width="640" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">It was recorded completely live with special thanks to Elliot Millson for taking care of the filming. We hope you enjoy it! Look out for some more videos from the session soon… </p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">In other news…next Friday 7thDecember I’m delighted to be returning to Chettle Hall where I’ll be playing a special duo-show with Steve Black – expect anything from Steve’s vast back catalogue of songs and our ever growing list of co-writes, and more besides! Then the following week I’m heading for the Midlands, where as well as making debut appearances in Whatcote (Warwickshire) and Seagrave (Leicestershire) I also have the great pleasure of opening for British R&B legends Dr Feelgood at The Flowerpot in Derby on the 15th! The local gigs around Devon and Dorset keep rollin’ on too…as always check the <a contents="website" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">website</a> for all the details. </p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">I’m also busy working on the diary for 2019, so if there’s anywhere you’d like to see me next year in either acoustic or band formats then let me know and we’ll see what we can do! </p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Take care and see you soon, </p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Adam x</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/53178982018-06-26T13:29:32+01:002018-06-26T13:29:32+01:00Netherlands tour starts tomorrow!<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/619148b5c1dc5fb67a75a2a3242470adc187b770/original/adam-sweet-2018-netherlands-summer-tour-poster-3.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hi folks,</p>
<p>Firstly a quick thank you to everyone who came to see me in Kent last week – I had a brilliant few days and all three gigs were an absolute pleasure! Special thanks to John Spooner, Sue Revell and Geoff Pine for making it all happen…we’re already talking about a return trip…</p>
<p>Now I’m making final preparations for my next adventure to the Netherlands! An extra date in ‘s-Hertogenbosch has recently been added to the start of the tour, which means I’ll now be playing 8 shows in total. So for my Dutch friends here’s the full list of where I’ll be…</p>
<p>27/06 – Tapperij Het Veulen, ‘s-Hertogenbosch</p>
<p>29/06 – Podium Café Peter en Leni, Steendam</p>
<p>30/06 – Clubhuis TC Bargeres, Emmen</p>
<p>01/07 – Grandcafé Rue de la Gare, Emmen (solo & band sets)</p>
<p>05/07 – Mulligans, Amsterdam 06/07 – Strandpaviljoen It Soal, Workum</p>
<p>07/07 – Grand Café Zuidlaren, Zuidlaren</p>
<p>08/07 – ‘Tiki Hut Sessions’ @ Blue Collar Hotel, Eindhoven</p>
<p>(Full details at the <a contents="website" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">website</a>)</p>
<p>These will all be solo acoustic shows, except for Sunday 1st July at Rue de la Gare in Emmen where I’ll be finishing the show with a full band set featuring Koos Wiltenburg on bass and Arno van Nieuwenhuize on drums.</p>
<p>Better get packing!</p>
<p>All the best,</p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/53018422018-06-18T11:58:11+01:002018-06-18T11:58:11+01:00Kent 'mini-tour' this week<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/c17dbfc3c0143a07102f1dde238e2de1e5dc121c/original/adam-sweet-2018-kent-solo-poster.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsImxhcmdlIl1d.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Hi folks,</p>
<p>Just a quick reminder for those of you in and around Kent that I’ll be in the area this week for a mini-tour of some of your finest blues clubs…</p>
<p>Tuesday 19th June – Wrotham Arms Blues & Roots Club, Broadstairs, 8.45pm</p>
<p>Wednesday 20th June – Blues with Bottle Club, The Anchor, Sevenoaks, 8.30pm</p>
<p>Thursday 21st June – Spooner’s Blues Club, The Alma, Deal, 8.00pm</p>
<p>(Full details at the <a contents="website" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">website</a>)</p>
<p>These will all be solo acoustic shows, featuring material from my last 2 releases as well as some brand new tracks and some old favourites too…really looking forward to it!</p>
<p>Hope to see some of you out there.</p>
<p>Cheers,</p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/52771342018-06-05T19:40:05+01:002018-06-05T19:40:05+01:00Gearing up for the summer<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/781c0a0208e66183b9d2c4a6f220863147eaa597/original/adam-solo-poster-summer-2018-ver3.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>Hi folks, I’m gearing up for a busy summer ahead, so thought I’d give you a quick rundown of what’s coming up, which includes a mini-tour of Kent, a tour of the Netherlands, my first gigs in Yorkshire, full-band and solo-acoustic sets at Upton Blues Festival and much more. I’m also very much looking forward to my first appearance at Elmslie House in Malvern this Friday, which you can still get tickets for <a contents="here " data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.elmsliehouse.co.uk/2018/01/24/adam-sweet-friday-8th-june-8-00pm/" target="_blank">here</a></p>
<p>Fri 8th June – MALVERN, Elmslie House</p>
<p>Sat 9th June – SOUTHAMPTON, Beer Festival, St Mary’s Stadium</p>
<p>Sun 10th June – PLYMPTON, The Brook</p>
<p>Thu 14th June – PLYMOUTH, The B-Bar</p>
<p>Sat 16th June – LYME REGIS, Guitars on the Beach</p>
<p>Tue 19th June – BROADSTAIRS, Wrotham Arms Blues & Roots Club</p>
<p>Wed 20th June – SEVENOAKS, Blues with Bottle Club, The Anchor</p>
<p>Thu 21st June – DEAL, Spooner’s Blues Club, The Alma</p>
<p>Sun 24th June – AXMINSTER, Axe Vale Festival</p>
<p>Fri 29th June – STEENDAM (NL), Podium Café Peter en Leni</p>
<p>Sat 30th June – EMMEN (NL), Clubhuis TC Bargeres</p>
<p>Sun 1st July – EMMEN (NL), Rue de la Gare</p>
<p>Thu 5th July – AMSTERDAM (NL), Mulligans</p>
<p>Fri 6th July – WORKUM (NL), Strandpaviljoen It Soal</p>
<p>Sat 7th July – ZUIDLAREN (NL), Grand Café Zuidlaren</p>
<p>Sun 8th July – EINDHOVEN (NL), ‘Tiki Hut Sessions’ at the Blue Collar Hotel</p>
<p>Fri 13th July – EXETER, Venezia</p>
<p>Fri 20th July – UPTON BLUES FESTIVAL, Upton upon Severn (Big Top Stage - band, Acoustic stage - solo)</p>
<p>Sat 21st July – SALTBURN BLUES CLUB, Saltburn (supporting Doug MacLeod)</p>
<p>Sun 22nd July – HARROGATE, The Blues Bar</p>
<p>Mon 23rd July – GLOUCESTER BLUES FESTIVAL, The Fountain Inn, Gloucester</p>
<p>Sat 28th July – EXMOUTH, Manor Gardens Free Festival</p>
<p>Mon 6th August – SIDMOUTH FOLK FESTIVAL, The Volunteer Inn</p>
<p>Tue 7th August – SIDMOUTH FOLK FESTIVAL, The Anchor Stage (band)</p>
<p>Fri 17th August – PLYMPTON, The Brook</p>
<p>Sat 18th August – LUDLOW, The Wheatsheaf</p>
<p>Sun 19th August – OLD BUSH BLUES FESTIVAL, nr Worcester </p>
<p>The full detailed gig list can be found at <a contents="www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a>. Feel free to check in regularly as new dates are being added all the time.</p>
<p>The twice monthly residency at Colyford’s White Hart with Alan West & Steve Black is also still going strong – we’re there every 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month. I’ll have to miss a couple on 21st June and 5th July, but the shows will go on of course, and I’ll rejoin them there on 19th July.</p>
<p>Also on Friday 15th June I have the great pleasure of guesting with the Barrelhouse Blues Band for a special show at The Exchange in Sturminster Newton. The band have invited me and my Les Paul guitar to join them on some Peter Green numbers to help mark 10 years since Barrelhouse Blues Orchestra founder-member (and Greeny fan!) Paul Hart passed away. Tickets for this show can be found at https://stur-exchange.co.uk/programme/the-barrelhouse-blues-band/ Take care and I’ll see you out there somewhere…</p>
<p>Adam</p>
<p> </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/51146952018-03-06T23:46:13+00:002018-03-06T23:47:03+00:00Gig news: Full band show at ‘Winchcombe Live’ - Friday 16th March<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Just a quick note to let you know about a full-band show coming up on 16th March at ‘Winchcombe Live’ at the White Hart in Winchcombe, Gloucestershire. This will be the first outing for a new band line-up featuring Ian Jennings on bass and Garry Kroll on drums…I’m really excited to be working with these guys and we’re looking forward to getting this first gig under our belts! If you’re in or around that part of the world we’d love to see you there:</p>
<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://adamsweetmusic.com/event/2174449/463201436/winchcombe-live-the-white-hart-winchcombe-band" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/20370113e57402b39198317e0fee0547b962f738/large/adam-band-poster-winchcome-16th-march-2018.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></p>
<p>In other news for March I’ll be playing solo gigs at the Thomas Tripp in Christchurch on Wednesday 7th, the Rum and Crab Shack in Exeter on the 17th, the Eyre Court in Seaton on the 18th, Café René in Gloucester on the 28th and the Blues Bar in Plymouth on the 29th. </p>
<p>And after the first of our ‘1st & 3rd Thursday’ shows at the White Hart in Colyford had to be cancelled due to the snow, it’ll be back to business as usual there with Alan West & Steve Black on Thursday 15th. </p>
<p>Full listings and all the details can be found on the <a contents="website" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">website</a> as always…keep in touch and I hope to see you out there somewhere soon! </p>
<p>All the best, </p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/49760422017-12-14T00:59:47+00:002022-05-10T19:42:02+01:00Live at Momentum Studios - Part 3 - 'Take Your Time'<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>The third and final video from the live session recorded at Momentum Studios last month is now available:</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="7YHxfH9COTs" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/7YHxfH9COTs/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7YHxfH9COTs?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>
<p>In this final instalment I’m taking on the slow-burning title track from my ‘Take Your Time’ EP, featuring a rare live appearance of the Höfner resonator guitar…I hope you enjoy it! </p>
<p>I’ve just a handful of gigs left before Christmas, details of which can be found on the website <a contents="here" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">here</a>…so if I don’t see you before Christmas I hope you have a good one!! </p>
<p>All the best, </p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/49553472017-11-30T01:07:43+00:002017-11-30T01:07:43+00:00Live at Momentum Studios – part 2 – ‘These Days’ <p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Just a quick note to let you know that the second live video from the recent session at Momentum Studios is available to watch now:</p>
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<p>In this video I’m playing Jackson Browne’s classic ‘These Days’. As many of you know I’ve always had a soft spot for this song…so much so that it made it on to my latest EP. </p>
<p>Hope you enjoy this live version. Please feel free to share, and you can subscribe to the YouTube channel <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/user/AdamSweetMusic?sub_confirmation=1" target="_blank">here</a>. </p>
<p>The third and final instalment from the session will be along soon! </p>
<p>All the best, </p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/49368122017-11-17T15:38:58+00:002017-11-17T15:38:58+00:00Cancellations...<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>After a superb time at Tenby Blues Festival last weekend (thanks to all of you came to one, or both of the shows!!), I’m sorry to have to bring you news of some cancellations… </p>
<p>First up this Sunday I was due to be bringing the full band to the Cellars Bar in Teignmouth as part of the Jazz & Blues Fringe Festival. Sadly the venue has recently closed and despite our best efforts we have been unable to find another venue to stage the gig, so it’s not to be. Hopefully we’ll be seeing you at the 2018 festival instead! </p>
<p>Secondly, it seems the twice-monthly residency at The Wheelwright in Colyford alongside Alan West & Steve Black has come to an end. There may be more gigs happening here in future, but for now the new management are unable to host these regular music nights. Thanks to all of you who have supported this gig so loyally over the last couple of years…we’ve had some really great nights. My next gig with these guys will be at Chettle Hall near Blandford on Friday 1st December - contact Jan on 07776 323198 for tickets <a contents="www.chettlemusic.co.uk&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://chettlemusic.co.uk/home/" target="_blank">www.chettlemusic.co.uk </a></p>
<p>In the meantime you can still catch me playing in Devon this weekend – I’ll be out with The Perfect Strangers doing the classic-rock thing at The Sorry Head in Exeter tonight (Friday) and at the Axminster Inn (in Axminster!) on Saturday, both from 9:30pm. And on Monday 20th I’ll be playing solo at Kingskerswell Church nr Newton Abbot supporting Winter Mountain – doors 7pm, tickets at <a contents="http://www.wegottickets.com/event/415628&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.wegottickets.com/event/415628" target="_blank">http://www.wegottickets.com/event/415628 </a></p>
<p>Hope to see you out there somewhere soon. </p>
<p>Thanks, </p>
<p>Adam </p>
<p>P.S. thanks for all the kind words about the new live <a contents="video" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-BEGeVcKac" target="_blank">video</a> - the next one will be on the way soon! </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/49256352017-11-09T12:52:47+00:002022-03-24T09:03:08+00:00New Video - Live at Momentum Studios – ‘New Friend’<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>On Monday of this week I had the pleasure of spending the day in the company of Josiah Manning at his awesome studio in Plymouth. The aim of the day was to capture some live acoustic performances on film, and I’m pleased to report it was a successful session…and a lot of fun too! </p>
<p>So what I’ve got for you is a series of live studio videos recorded, filmed and produced by Josiah at <a contents="Momentum Studios" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.momentum-studios.com" target="_blank">Momentum Studios</a>. The first video is ‘New Friend’, and it’s ready and waiting for you to watch here:</p>
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<p>I hope you enjoy it, and if so please feel free to share it. I’ll be in touch with the next instalment soon. </p>
<p>Thanks! </p>
<p>Adam <br>x </p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">The set-up at Momentum Studios, Plymouth 6/11/17</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/49113762017-10-30T11:00:53+00:002017-10-30T11:00:53+00:00November gig news<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>I hope this reaches you well. Somehow November is almost upon us and there are a few gigs in particular I should let you know about… </p>
<p>First up on Friday 3rd November I’ll be playing a concert at Chettle Village Hall near Blandford Forum in Dorset (DT11 8DB). This is a gorgeous venue I’ve had the pleasure of playing a couple times alongside Alan West & Steve Black (I’ll be joining them here again on December 1st too!) but this will be my first solo show here…really looking forward to it. Tickets are £10 and can be booked in advance by contacting Jan on 07776 323198…plenty of wine, local beer and food available on the night too! </p>
<p>On November 11th I’m really excited to be heading to Tenby Blues Festival for the first time. I’ll be playing twice - first up as part of the evening show at Church House on the bill with Bella Collins and Max & Veronica, and then I’m playing again for the late night session back at the Fourcroft Hotel. Head to <a contents="www.tenbyblues.co.uk" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.tenbyblues.co.uk" target="_blank">www.tenbyblues.co.uk</a> for tickets and to find out more about the festival…it looks fab! </p>
<p>Another highlight for November will be a full-band show on Sunday 19th at the Cellars Bar in Teignmouth as part of the Teignmouth Jazz & Blues Fringe Festival. Joining me for this one will be my good friends Simon Garrett on bass and Chris Page (ex Andy Fraser, Chris Spedding) on drums. We’ll be playing from 4-6pm so be sure to come and check it out if you’re heading to the festival that weekend. </p>
<p>The full list of everything I’m up to over the next couple of months can be found at <a contents="www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a>. The twice-monthly Thursday night residency at The Bellows at The Wheelwright Inn in Colyford with Alan West & Steve Black takes a night off for the first week in November whilst the pub is closed for a change in management. We wish Kirstin & Mark well for the future and thank them wholeheartedly for all they have done in building this venue over the last 3 years…we’ve had some really special nights here. The 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month shows will resume from the 16th November. </p>
<p>In the meantime the bookings for 2018 are rolling in and I’ll start posting these on the website soon…if there’s anywhere you’d like to see me play next year then let me know! </p>
<p>All the best and hope to catch up soon, </p>
<p>Adam</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/8d959cf8999eef892329814b244fa5a4c2e4b434/medium/adam-solo-chettle-3-11.jpg?1509359717" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/4411ef42e5625b35c5136ae9bdcd0f4e407e8eef/medium/adam-band-poster-cellars-nov-2017.jpg?1509359791" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></p>
<p> </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/47998942017-08-02T11:13:35+01:002017-08-02T11:13:35+01:00Upcoming band gigs<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>Hope you’re all well. Just a quick note from me to let you know about a couple of full-band shows coming up… </p>
<p>On Thursday 10th August we’ll be playing at The Bronx in Teignmouth, hosted by the Teignmouth Jazz & Blues Club. I’ve had the pleasure of playing a Club Night at this very cool venue once already this year as a member of the band Hucklebuck, so I’m delighted to be returning for a night fronting my own band. Doors are at 7:30 for an 8pm start, £10 on the door, less for club members and students etc.…full details at <a contents="teignmouthjazz.org&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.teignmouthjazz.org/index.php/club-nights-vertical-menu" target="_blank">teignmouthjazz.org </a></p>
<p>We’ll also be playing at Sidmouth FolkWeek with a return to the Anchor Garden Stage on Sunday 6th August – we’ll be closing the evening, taking to the stage around 9:30pm, and praying it won’t rain (anyone who’s come to see me play here the last 2 years will understand…). </p>
<p>For these band gigs I’ll be joined once again by my very good friends Simon Garrett (bass) and Dave Sandercock (drums). We’ll be featuring material from the first album as well as some tracks from the recent acoustic EP re-worked into full-band mode! </p>
<p>Those of you heading to Sidmouth FolkWeek can also catch me playing solo at The Volunteer Inn on the Monday afternoon (7th) from 3pm – always a great afternoon here! </p>
<p>Don’t forget to check out <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a> for the full rundown as there are more solo gigs throughout August, as well as the twice monthly residency at The Bellows in Colyford with Alan West & Steve Black, which continues tomorrow (Thursday) night. </p>
<p>Hope to see you soon… </p>
<p>All the best, </p>
<p>Adam</p>
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<p> </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/47703232017-07-07T12:33:39+01:002022-03-24T09:08:18+00:00July news - Upton Blues fest, Adam Sweet Band and more...<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>It felt about time for another instalment of gig news, so here’s a quick rundown of what’s happening during July, which is set to be one of the most diverse yet with all of the various acts I’m involved in getting some action! </p>
<p>As a result I’m only playing one solo acoustic show this month, but as solo gigs go it’s a pretty special one – Upton Blues Festival! I’m delighted to be back on the Acoustic Stage again this year with a slot on the Sunday afternoon of the festival (23rd July) at 4:30pm. </p>
<p>I’ve some ‘Adam Sweet Band’ shows lined up this summer, starting at Bar Brunel in Bridgwater this Sunday 9th, 6:30pm. Joining me will be my good friends and long time playing partners in The Perfect Strangers rock band Simon Garrett (bass) and Dave Sandercock (drums). We’ll be playing material from the ‘Small Town Thinking’ album as well as some tracks from my latest ‘Take Your Time’ EP getting their first airing in full-band mode…can’t wait! News on more of these full-band shows soon. </p>
<p>I’ll also be back out with ‘Hucklebuck’ on Thursday 13th July at the Otterton Mill near Budleigh Salterton. The band features Ian Jennings on double bass, Richard Glazebrook on drums and fronted by Ian Briggs on harmonica and vocals. I've played a handful of shows with these guys now and really enjoying getting stuck into some real swingin' blues, R&B and rockabilly! Call 01395 568521 for details and tickets. </p>
<p>I continue to play regularly with Alan West & Steve Black (we had a fab gig at the Sevenoaks Festival last Friday with our buddy Justin Johnson) and our residency at The Bellows at The Wheelwright in Colyford is still going strong - we're here on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month, 8:30pm. </p>
<p>Finally, I must tell you about the ‘Hand in Hand’ benefit concert at the Axminster Guildhall on Tuesday 18th July, hosted by Alan and Steve, raising money for victims of terror attacks in the UK. I’ll be joining them as part of a great line-up of local acts, and also closing the night with The Perfect Strangers. Doors are at 7pm with a suggested minimum donation of a fiver. </p>
<p>And talking of The Perfect Strangers our other gigs this month include the York, Exmouth (7th); New Inn Cowley Bridge, Exeter (8th); Eyre Court, Seaton (16th); Yarty Party Festival, Axminster (22nd); Nags Head, Lyme Regis (27th) and Sorry Head, Exeter (29th)…so if you need a classic rock fix you know where to find us! </p>
<p>Ok...I think that's the lot! Sorry that turned into quite a lengthy one, but I think that's everything for now. Look forward to seeing you out there somewhere in the coming weeks...I’ll be in touch with another (hopefully more succinct!) update again soon. </p>
<p>Cheers, <br>Adam</p>
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<p> </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/46923542017-05-01T21:03:29+01:002022-03-24T12:01:42+00:00May gig news<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>As promised it’s time for another update, and the month of May is looking to be a good one. I'll be supporting some of my favourite live acts and I’m excited to be involved in the Lyme Regis Jazz & Blues festival again at the end of the month, as well as return visits to venues in Christchurch, Dorchester and Plymouth for full solo gigs. Here are the highlights for the month ahead: </p>
<p>Wednesday 3rd May – Thomas Tripp, Christchurch, 9pm. </p>
<p>Saturday 6th May – The Bulls Head, Dorchester, 9pm. </p>
<p>Monday 8th May – The Bellows @ The Wheelwright Inn, Colyford - supporting <a contents="Hat Fitz &amp; Cara" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.hatfitzandcara.com" target="_blank">Hat Fitz & Cara</a>. <br>Doors 8pm. Tickets are £8 adv / £10 on the door. For more info and to book tickets visit <a contents="www.wheelwrightinn.com/what-s-on" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.wheelwrightinn.com/what-s-on" target="_blank">www.wheelwrightinn.com/what-s-on</a> or call 01297 552585. </p>
<p>Wednesday 17th May – The B-Bar, Plymouth, 8:30pm. £2 admission. </p>
<p>Tuesday 23rd May – The Beaverwood Club, Chislehurst - supporting <a contents="Sari Schoor" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.sarischorr.com" target="_blank">Sari Schoor</a> and the Engine Room. <br>Doors 7:30pm. Tickets are £12 adv / £13 on the door. For more info and to book tickets visit <a contents="www.feenstra.co.uk" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.feenstra.co.uk" target="_blank">www.feenstra.co.uk</a> or call 0208 761 9078. </p>
<p>Sunday 28th May – <a contents="Lyme Regis Jazz &amp; Blues Festival" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.lymeregisjazzfestival.co.uk" target="_blank">Lyme Regis Jazz & Blues Festival</a> (Marine Theatre) <br>On the Sunday night of the festival I’ll be opening the evening show at the Marine Theatre, supporting <a contents="Wille &amp; the Bandits" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.willeandthebandits.com" target="_blank">Wille & the Bandits</a>. £14 seated / £12 standing, 8pm start. For more info and to book click <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.lymeregisjazzfestival.co.uk/event/wille-bandits-2/" target="_blank">here</a>. </p>
<p>Monday 29th May – <a contents="Lyme Regis Jazz &amp; Blues Festival" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.lymeregisjazzfestival.co.uk" target="_blank">Lyme Regis Jazz & Blues Festival</a> (Marine Parade) <br>On the Monday of the festival I’ll be playing a full-band set at the Marine Parade Shelters as part of the ‘Blues on the Beach’ afternoon. It kicks off at midday, check out the full lineup <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.lymeregisjazzfestival.co.uk/event/sunday-blues-concerts-2/" target="_blank">here</a>. </p>
<p>As always the full list is on the website...hope to see some of you out there in the coming weeks! </p>
<p>All the best, </p>
<p>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/46514852017-03-30T11:44:23+01:002017-03-30T11:44:57+01:00Latest news<p>Hi folks, </p>
<p>2017 seems to be flying by already, so time for a quick update… </p>
<p>Firstly, thanks to all of you who have bought the ‘Take Your Time’ EP. It seems to be going down really well, and the <a contents="reviews" data-link-label="Take Your Time EP reviews" data-link-type="page" href="/take-your-time-ep-reviews" target="_blank">reviews</a> in the press have been a joy to read, including the review in the recent issue of ‘Acoustic Magazine’ which I’ve included below in case you missed it. If you still haven’t got your copy of the EP yet then head over to <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/shop&nbsp;" data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/shop </a></p>
<p>The gigs keep on coming as ever, but a couple coming up very soon that are worth noting… <br>On Friday of this week (31st) I’ll be at The Beehive in Honiton opening for rip-roaring folk band Noble Jacks...you can still book advance tickets <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://thebeehive.savoysystems.co.uk/TheBeehive.dll/TSelectItems.waSelectItemsPrompt.TcsWebMenuItem_1529.TcsWebTab_3773.TcsProgramme_237556" target="_blank">here</a>. Then next Wednesday 5th I’ll be back in London and playing at the renowned Bedford in Balham. All the details and the full lineup can be found <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://thebedford.com/event/music-5th-april-2017/" target="_blank">here</a>...doors are at 7:30 and entry is free…if you’re in or around South London it’d be great to see you there! </p>
<p>As always the full list can be found at <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a>. Plenty of good stuff coming up and new shows are being added all the time, so I’ll be in touch again soon with another update. </p>
<p>Cheers, </p>
<p>Adam<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/99b132d92df6e790e2b883c4254e7959808d59cd/original/fullsizerender.jpg?1488390414" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/46119262017-03-01T19:41:38+00:002022-05-09T20:40:10+01:00Take Your Time - Acoustic Magazine reviewDelighted to find this review of Take Your Time in the March edition of Acoustic Magazine. Many thanks to Julian Piper for the kind words.<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/99b132d92df6e790e2b883c4254e7959808d59cd/medium/fullsizerender.jpg?1488390414" class="size_m justify_none border_" /> <img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/63cb812d49b0f9fc40baf18bff5a2e36592e1299/medium/img-5414.jpg?1488390442" class="size_m justify_none border_" /><br><br><br>There have been plenty of reviews coming in from elsewhere too...here's a little taster of what's being said about the EP...<p>“An EP of eminently listenable songs and a worthy early 2017 addition to any sensible music lovers collection.” - <a contents="W21 Music" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.w21music.com/single-post/2017/01/18/Adam-Sweet---Take-Your-Time" target="_blank">W21 Music</a><br><br>“It doesn’t come much better than this” - <a contents="Pete Feenstra Rock and Blues Show" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.mixcloud.com/grtr/the-pete-feenstra-rock-blues-show-24-january-2017/" target="_blank">Pete Feenstra Rock and Blues Show</a><br><br>“Wonderful rock, blues and roots guitar and very classy arrangements.” - <a contents="Laurel Canyon Music" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.laurelcanyonuk.com/adam-sweet-take-your-time-ep" target="_blank">Laurel Canyon Music</a> (ALBUM OF THE WEEK 26/01/17)<br><br>“With Adam Sweet’s expressive voice, artful guitar playing and his own simple production, Take Your Time fits in perfectly alongside the ever burgeoning British Blues scene and the singer-songwriter market.” - <a contents="Rocking Magpie" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://rockingmagpie.wordpress.com/2017/01/31/adam-sweet-take-your-time/" target="_blank">Rocking Magpie</a></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/45380622017-01-05T11:10:10+00:002017-01-05T11:11:22+00:00Take Your Time – out tomorrow!<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/2bc696b3eebab8df03ebd47c53f2b0520117b1ee/original/take-your-time-fb-header-06-01-17.jpg?1481214879" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hi folks, <br> <br>I hope you had a great Christmas and New Year and are settling back into the swing of things after the holidays. I’m delighted to be kicking off the year with the release of my brand new acoustic EP ‘Take Your Time’, which is out tomorrow! <br> <br>Thanks to everyone who has pre-ordered their copies already – they’re well on their way to you. If you haven’t yet done so head over to <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/shop" data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/shop</a> to get your orders in (if you get in quick you should still get it tomorrow!) and don’t forget that all CD orders come with a free digital copy of the EP too. It will also be available from the major digital retailers from tomorrow too, if you prefer. <br> <br>For a full taster of the EP check out the sampler video below, and the video to the lead single from the EP 'New Friend'<br><br> <iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="lo3vXbpyCg8" data-video-thumb-url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/lo3vXbpyCg8/0.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lo3vXbpyCg8?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="200" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe> <iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="4IVuGtyO88E" data-video-thumb-url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/4IVuGtyO88E/0.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4IVuGtyO88E?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="200" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe><br> <br>It feels great to be getting some new music out there and I really hope you enjoy it. Keep in touch and hopefully I’ll be seeing you soon! <br> <br>Best wishes, <br> <br>Adam <br> </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/45108192016-12-14T19:07:09+00:002016-12-14T19:09:24+00:00New video - 'New Friend'<p>Hello again friends, <br> <br>I’ve got some more good news to share with you, as the video for ‘New Friend’, directed by the very talented Elliot Millson, is here!</p>
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<p>This is the lead single from my forthcoming ‘Take Your Time’ EP, out on 6th January, which is available to pre-order at the <a contents="shop" data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop" target="_blank">shop</a> page on my website.<br> <br>While I’m here I should also quickly tell you about the last few gigs coming up before Christmas. Thursday 15th I rejoin Alan West and Steve Black at The Bellows in Colyford for the last of our Thursday residencies of 2016. Sunday 18th I’ll be performing a set at The Vaults in Cirencester at 2pm as part of their Sunday lunchtime acoustic sessions. And finally, Friday 23rd sees me return to the splendid Brook Inn at Plympton for the last one before Christmas. You’ll be able to get your hands on a copy of the new EP at all of these shows before the full release in January, so do come along! Full gig details as always over on the <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">shows</a> page. <br> <br>Many thanks, and if I don’t see you in the next week or so then have a great Christmas!!… <br> <br>Adam</p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/45020752016-12-08T16:44:13+00:002016-12-08T16:44:13+00:00Take Your Time EP out 6th January! <p><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/2bc696b3eebab8df03ebd47c53f2b0520117b1ee/original/take-your-time-fb-header-06-01-17.jpg?1481214879" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>Hi folks, <br> <br>I’m excited to say my new acoustic EP “Take Your Time” is all set for a full release on 6th January. You can pre-order it now over on the shop page of my website <a contents="www.adamsweetmusic.com/shop" data-link-label="Shop" data-link-type="page" href="/shop" target="_blank">www.adamsweetmusic.com/shop</a> <br> <br>Both CD and download formats are available for pre-order, and if you order the CD you’ll also receive a free download of the EP in your inbox on the release date. <br> <br>BUT...if you can’t wait until January I will have copies available for sale at my forthcoming gigs, so if you want to get your hands on a copy before everyone else come along to a show and grab one! You’ll find my upcoming gigs listed at <a contents="www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows&nbsp;" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows </a><br> <br>All the best, </p>
<p>Adam <br> </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/44890482016-11-29T22:50:13+00:002016-11-29T22:50:13+00:00New EP - "Take Your Time" coming soon!<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/ae404738a82b8c6fc6abf7cb7e0ce850b5a57863/original/take-your-time-coming-soon.jpg?1480458003" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Hi folks, <br> <br>I’m delighted to be able to tell you that my new EP “Take Your Time” will be here soon! <br> <br>I’ve had this project ticking along in the background for a while now, so I’m really keen to get this out there! This year has seen me spend a lot more time in the studio, with a lot of this time being spent recording and playing on projects other than my own. It’s a constant learning curve and with the experience I’ve gained from this I’ve been taking the time between all the gigs and other sessions to sit in front of the mics and record myself. The result is this new 5 track EP on which I have performed everything…guitars, vocals, percussion...the lot. The majority of the songs are co-written with my long-standing writing partner and good friend Steve Black, but the EP also features a track written with my buddy Boon Gould, as well as a little tribute to a favourite singer-songwriter of mine. <br> <br>To give you a flavour you can listen to the single “New Friend” taken from the EP right now over at <a contents="soundcloud.com/adam-sweet/new-friend" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://soundcloud.com/adam-sweet/new-friend" target="_blank">soundcloud.com/adam-sweet/new-friend</a> <br> <br>Details of the EP release and how to pre-order your copy will be coming real soon, so keep an eye on your inboxes. <br> <br>Best wishes, <br>Adam <br> <br>Oh and while I’ve got your attention I must mention a special gig that’s happening this Thursday 1stDecember at The Bellows venue at The Wheelwright Inn in Colyford, Devon. Canadian singer-songwriters Sarah MacDougall & Ben Kunder are playing here as part of their UK tour and I’ll be opening the show for them. Tickets are still available, full details at <a contents="www.wheelwrightinn.com/what-s-on" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.wheelwrightinn.com/what-s-on" target="_blank">www.wheelwrightinn.com/what-s-on</a>. <br> <br>That’s all for now…I’ll be in touch with more news on the EP soon! <br> </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/43323312016-08-19T12:07:35+01:002017-01-16T00:17:12+00:00Live tracks from Upton Blues Festival 16/07/16<p>I've some new live tracks to share with you, taken from my headline solo set at Upton Blues Festival last month. It was recorded straight out of the desk and kindly passed on to me by Brian Keen who was running the sound that night. I've uploaded some of them to my <a contents="Soundcloud" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://soundcloud.com/adam-sweet" target="_blank">Soundcloud</a> page, hope you enjoy...<br><br><a contents="https://soundcloud.com/adam-sweet/sets/live-at-upton-blues-festival-2016" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://soundcloud.com/adam-sweet/sets/live-at-upton-blues-festival-2016" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/adam-sweet/sets/live-at-upton-blues-festival-2016<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/9568c7692b96df5d20ec2032f4cc4a1d39f5b93f/original/img-9821.jpg?1471604918" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/42550532016-06-29T12:23:28+01:002017-01-16T00:17:12+00:00More summer gig news<p>Hi guys, <br> <br>Hope you’re all well. As promised here’s some more gig news from me covering a few more of this summer’s highlights… <br> <br>Firstly, this week at The Bellows in Colyford I won’t be playing solo on Thursday night, but instead will be there on Friday night to open the show for blues-rock band The <a contents="Blue Bishops" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://bluebishops.co.uk" target="_blank">Blue Bishops</a>. I first met these guys when my first band supported them at a local festival (I think I was 15 then!) so I’m looking forward to catching up with them and joining them for a couple numbers this time too. There are still some tickets available which you can get via <a contents="www.wheelwrightinn.com/what-s-on" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.wheelwrightinn.com/what-s-on" target="_blank">www.wheelwrightinn.com/what-s-on</a> <br>While I’m on the subject of The Bellows, from July onwards I’ll now be teaming up with my good friends and other resident artists Alan West & Steve Black, to play a three-man show every first and third Thursday of the month. The first of these will be Thursday 7th July, so I hope you can join us if you’re in or around East Devon. <br> <br>There’ll be a few more festival appearances coming up, one of the highlights for me being a headline set on the acoustic stage at <a contents="Upton Blues Festival" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://uptonbluesfestival.org.uk" target="_blank">Upton Blues Festival</a> on Saturday 16th July. My previous appearances here have been a total pleasure, so I can’t wait to get back on the Memorial Hall stage. The night before I’ll be sneaking in a gig at Scratchers at <a contents="The Three Lions" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.thethreelionsfarncombe.co.uk/event/adam-sweet/" target="_blank">The Three Lions</a> in Farncombe, where I had a blast at my last visit here back in January. I’ll be closer to home on Saturday 9th July at <a contents="Jurassic Fields" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://jurassicfields.com" target="_blank">Jurassic Fields</a> Festival in Bridport, in Gloucester for their annual Blues Festival on 27th July, and can be found in Sidmouth on 1st and 2nd August for Folk Week. <br> <br>So that’s a taster of what’s coming up in the next few weeks. Full listings as always at <br><a contents="www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a>. <br> <br>All the best, <br> <br>Adam<br><br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/ada2446147b36ed4b696a58129eff7708d2a7acf/medium/blue-bishops-poster.jpg?1467199525" class="size_m justify_left border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/6efdef3e505ffbc39717ab0189c868d3405f2f1e/medium/a4portrait-jurasicfields-002-a4-05-06-16-600px-131765.jpg?1467199568" class="size_m justify_center border_" /></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/41841762016-05-17T12:12:55+01:002017-01-16T00:17:12+00:00Start of the summer gigs and festivals<p>Hello friends, </p>
<p>Time for another long overdue update from me…you know I don’t like to bother you more than I have to, but as summer arrives it seems the gigs start hotting up too, so here’s what’s coming up in the next few weeks that you ought to know about… </p>
<p>On Friday 27th May I’ll be welcoming the start of summer with folk singer-songwriter <a contents="Saskia Griffiths-Moore" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.saskiagm.com" target="_blank">Saskia Griffiths-Moore</a> as we play a special double-header acoustic concert at the Dorchester Arts Centre. We’ve shared the bill at a couple of shows already this year and it’s worked a treat, and I’m sure this night will be no exception…head over to dorchesterarts.org.uk for more details and to get your tickets. </p>
<p>Saturday 28th May I’ll be teaming up with my buddies <a contents="Alan West" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.alanwest.co.uk" target="_blank">Alan West</a> & Steve Black for a lunchtime concert at the Axminster Arts Café. The music starts at midday and if the sun’s out we’ll be on the outdoor stage. </p>
<p>The rest of the May Bank Holiday will see me at the Lyme Regis Jazz & Blues Festival…on Sunday afternoon I’ll be on the Marine Parade stage at 3pm, and on the evening of Monday 30th I’ll be playing at The Town Mill from 5-7pm. Go to <a contents="www.lymeregisjazzfestival.co.uk" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.lymeregisjazzfestival.co.uk" target="_blank">www.lymeregisjazzfestival.co.uk</a> for the full lineup of the weekend-long festival, which includes some other good friends of mine…check it out. </p>
<p>On Friday 3rd June I’m really looking forward to returning to the Subscription Rooms in Stroud, especially as I get to share the bill with my very good friends from Detroit Billy Brandt and Sarana VerLin for a special ‘Transatlantic Session’ as part of the Stroud Americana Festival. Full info and tickets for this weekend long festival of blues, roots and country from both sides of the pond can be found at <a contents="www.stroudamericanafestival.co.uk&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.stroudamericanafestival.co.uk" target="_blank">www.stroudamericanafestival.co.uk </a></p>
<p>So that’s plenty to be getting on with for now I’d say, not to mention the regular gigs around Devon and Dorset which keep rolling on. As always a full gig list can be found at <a contents="adamsweetmusic.com/shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a>. </p>
<p>And finally, if you’re after some live music in East Devon tomorrow (Wednesday) night, I can strongly recommend heading to The Bellows at The Wheelwright in Colyford where you have the rare opportunity to catch award winning Canadian singer songwriter Sarah MacDougall as she visits this part of the world on her UK tour. Alan West and myself will be playing a short opening set, so if you fancy it I’ll see you there! You’ll find full details and tickets at <a contents="www.wheelwrightinn.com/what-s-on&nbsp;" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.wheelwrightinn.com/what-s-on" target="_blank">www.wheelwrightinn.com/what-s-on </a></p>
<p>I’ll be in touch with more gig and festival news in a few weeks. Until then take care and I hope to see you somewhere out there soon. </p>
<p>Best wishes, </p>
<p>Adam<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/d9f38b5ac9717fa77f755fac18f280b0bfda2097/original/ocean-city-blues-n-jazz-may-2016-2.jpg?1463478364" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/39669742015-12-22T11:37:18+00:002017-01-16T00:17:12+00:00Christmas 2015 update<p>Hi guys, <br> <br>I hope this finds you well. Now I’ve no more gigs in the diary for over a week it seemed the perfect time for a quick catch up and to wish you all a very happy Christmas and to thank you all for your continued support this year. It’s been a year of solid steady gigging, and 2016 looks set for more of the same plus some new music for you before long. <br> <br>Before then though there’s the New Year’s Eve show, for which I’ll be teaming up with my buddies Alan West and Steve Black, and welcoming special guest Jim Almand all the way from Santa Fe New Mexico, for what’s sure to be a great night at Axminster Football Club. For more details and to book tickets call 01297 639268. <br> <br>After NYE it al kicks off again on 8th January with a solo show at the Three Lions in Farncombe, Surrey, and the run of gigs that follows includes the 2nd annual Midwinterfest in Torquay on Fri 15th – Sunday 17th. I’ll be playing a full band set on the Saturday night of the festival, as well as opening and closing the weekend alongside Alan West and Steve Black. There are just a few tickets left now…visit neo-music.net for the full lineup and booking details. January also sees my solo residencies start up again, with the fortnightly Sunday afternoon gigs at the Dolphin in Beer kicking off on 31st Jan, and The Bellows at The Wheelwright Inn Colyford on the last Thursday of the month. Here’s the full list for January: <br> <br>08.01.16 – Scratchers (The Three Lions), Farncombe, Surrey, 9pm. <br> <br>10.01.16 – Eyre Court, Seaton, 4pm. <br> <br>12.01.16 – Jagz, Ascot (with Alan West, Steve Black and special guest Jim Almand), 8:30pm. <br> <br>15.01.16 – 17.01.16 – Midwinterfest, Victoria Hotel, Torquay. <br> <br>20.01.16 – Café Rene, Gloucester, 9pm. <br> <br>21.01.16 – No.10 Bar, Bridport, 9pm. <br> <br>28.01.16 – The Bellows at The Wheelwright Inn, Colyford, 8:30pm. <br>(Last Thursday of the month residency) <br> <br>30.01.16 – Chapel Arts Centre, Bath (with Alan West and Steve Black), doors 7:30pm. <br> <br>31.01.16 – The Dolphin, Beer, 3:30pm. <br>(Fortnightly Sunday afternoon residency) <br> <br>So lots to look forward to in January, but until then I hope you have a great Christmas and hopefully I’ll see you somewhere out there in the New Year. <br> <br>Best wishes, <br> <br>Adam<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/4f16d7099ed0c478461346379b892bc536ca208d/medium/12304277-10153787169944686-7152815730660088431-o.jpg?1450784008" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br> </p>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/39023482015-10-18T13:33:44+01:002015-10-18T13:33:44+01:00CancellationHi folks,<br> <br>Following on from my last message I’m very sad to report that due to circumstances completely out of my control the upcoming shows at The Bellows on Tuesday and Wednesday of next week have been cancelled. It’s a real shame, we were all thoroughly looking forward to it and I know plenty of you were too…but that’s just the way it goes sometimes. I’ll be there in solo format on Thursday 29<sup>th</sup> October, so hopefully I’ll see a few of you there that night instead.<br> <br>Apologies again and best wishes,<br> <br>Adam<br> <br> <br> Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/38989692015-10-15T19:21:02+01:002015-10-15T19:21:02+01:00October gig newsHi folks,<br> <br>Before I head out to tonight’s gig in Bridport there’s time for a quick note from me to tell you of a special couple of nights coming up here in East Devon next week…<br> <br>You may remember back in August I had the pleasure of playing a couple of shows in full band mode with the superb rhythm section comprising of Justin Johnson (drums) and Roberto Ruiz (bass), the first of which was at ‘The Bellows’ at The Wheelwright Inn in Colyford. Well we had such a good time that night that we’ve decided to do it again…twice…so we’ll be playing two nights at The Bellows next Tuesday 20<sup>th</sup> and Wednesday 21<sup>st</sup>. We’ll also be joined by our friends Alan West & Steve Black for the second half of the show, where they’ll play a set of their material backed up by Justin, Roberto and myself. It’s gonna be a real fun couple of nights, at a new venue that’s going from strength to strength. We’d all love your support, so hopefully some of you can come and join us.<br> <br>Also this Saturday night (17<sup>th</sup>) I’ll be playing a small part in the Oxjam Music Festival in Exeter…I’ll be playing a solo set at ‘Old Timers’ on Little Castle St at 9:30pm. You can find all the details and lineups for all the venues involved at <a href="http://oxjamexetertakeover.org/index.html">http://oxjamexetertakeover.org/index.html</a><br> <br>And don’t forget my local residencies, which are still going strong into the winter…last Thursday of every month at ‘The Bellows’ at The Wheelwright in Colyford, and after a few weeks off my fortnightly Sunday afternoon gig at The Dolphin in Beer continues again from 25<sup>th</sup> October onwards. Plenty of other gigs happening too…as always you’ll find the full list at <a contents="www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows">www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a><br> <br>That’s all for now, hope to see you soon.<br> <br>Adam<br> <br> Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/38756482015-09-30T11:29:33+01:002015-09-30T11:29:33+01:00Live Review - Jagz, Ascot 8/9/15I just came across this review at W21Music.com from the recent show at Jagz in Ascot that was hosted by my friends Alan West & Steve Black earlier this month. Here's an excerpt from the review of my solo set in the middle "half" of the show...<br><br>"It was time for long time West/Black associate Adam Sweet to take to the stage with a set that fitted neatly under the umbrella of Americana. Starting with the blues shuffle of "At Times Like This" from his "Small Town Thinking" cd which was the basis of a lot of the set. The folkish "Doin' Alright" followed. Adam was ever the genial host giving a bit of background to the songs, though the up tempo "The Next Man After Me" had a pretty clear narrative that needed little explaining. It was back to the blues for "Name Your Price" about selling your soul. There was time for an unreleased co write called "Take Your Time" which had a touch of John Martyn about it on first listen and was very impressive. The final song of his set was the tale of an evening in Greece which left Adam wiser if considerably poorer, "Santarosa Street". It was an entertaining set, well played well sung, and certainly enough to justify seeing Adam in an extended format."<br><br>Thanks to Fran & Chris for the kind words...you can read the full review of a rather eclectic evening <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.w21music.com/gig-reviews#alan3" target="_blank">here</a>.<br><br><br> Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/37854952015-07-21T14:33:50+01:002018-10-22T12:58:00+01:00Summer 2015 gig newsTime for some more gig news from me, and I’m very pleased to say there’s plenty of it! There’s the usual array of regular solo gigs around Devon, Dorset and Somerset, plus some festival slots including the Village Pump Folk Festival and Gloucester’s Rhythm & Blues Festival this weekend, Sidmouth Folk Festival at the start of August and the Great Dorset Steam Festival in the first week of September to round things off.<br> <br>Also deserving of a special mention is a couple of full band shows I’ll be playing in the first week of August, where I’ll be joined by Justin Johnson on drums and Roberto Ruiz on bass. I’ve been itching to get out and play some more shows with a full band for a long time now, and it’s a privilege to have these guys on board. On Wednesday 3<sup>rd</sup> August we’ll be playing at Sidmouth Folk Week on the Anchor Garden Stage from 9:30pm, and our first performance together will be the night before on Tuesday 2<sup>nd</sup> at ‘The Bellows’ at The Wheelwright Inn in Colyford, where Alan West & Steve Black will also be joining in the fun to play a set. Both these shows are free entry, but booking is advised for the show at The Bellows.<br> <br>So here’s the full gig list for the rest of the summer. As always all the details can be found at the website <a contents="www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a>…<br> <br>25.07.15 – Village Pump Folk Festival, Westbury, Wiltshire, 4:30pm.<br><em>Club Stage</em><br> <br>26.07.15 – Gloucester Rhythm & Blues Festival @ The Fountain Inn, 7pm.<br> <br>30.07.15 – The Bellows @ The Wheelwright Inn, Colyford, 6:30pm.<br> <br>31.07.15 – The Brook Inn, Plympton, 8:30pm.<br> <br>02.08.15 – The Dolphin, Beer, 3:30pm.<br> <br>04.08.15 – Sidmouth Folk Week - The Volunteer Inn, Sidmouth, 3pm.<br> <br>04.08.15 – The Bellows @ The Wheelwright Inn, Colyford, 8pm (BAND).<br><em>First full band show with Justin Johnson on drums and Roberto Ruiz on bass. </em><br><em>Plus Alan West & Steve Black.</em><br> <br>05.08.15 – Sidmouth Folk Week - Anchor Garden Stage, 9:30pm (BAND).<br><em>Playing my ‘Small Town Thinking’ album in full with Justin Johnson on drums and Roberto Ruiz on bass.</em><br> <br>06.08.15 – The B-Bar, Plymouth, 8:30pm.<br> <br>07.08.15 – Scratchers (The Three Lions), Farncombe, Surrey, 9pm.<br> <br>08.08.15 – The Gerrard Arms, Colyton, 4pm (with Alan West & Steve Black).<br> <br>09.08.15 – The Rising Sun, Sidford, 3pm.<br> <br>13.08.15 – Number 10 Bar, Bridport, 9pm.<br> <br>14.08.15 – Wilderness Gathering, West Knoyle, Wiltshire, 8pm.<br> <br>15.08.15 – Creative Innovation Centre, Taunton, 8pm (with Alan West & Steve Black).<br> <br>16.08.15 – The Dolphin, Beer, 3:30pm.<br> <br>20.08.15 – The Icarus Club @ The Pelton Arms, Greenwich, 8pm.<br> <br>21.08.15 – Apple & Parrot, Taunton, 10pm.<br> <br>26.08.15 – The Dolphin, Blandford Forum, 8:30pm.<br> <br>27.08.15 – The Bellows @ The Wheelwright, Colyford, 6:30pm.<br> <br>28.08.15 – Culm Valley Inn Real Ale & Music Festival, Culmstock, 6pm.<br> <br>30.08.15 – The Dolphin, Beer, 3:30pm.<br> <br>02.09.15 & 03.09.15 – Great Dorset Steam Fair, Blandford Forum.<br> <br> <br>And for the classic rock fans amongst you ‘The Perfect Strangers’ gigs keep on coming too. Here’s where me and the boys will be playing throughout the rest of July and August, which also includes a couple of shows in Sidmouth, and a gig at the Nags Head in Lyme Regis later this week where we’ll be kicking off their weekend-long beer festival…<br> <br>23.07.15 – The Nags Head, Lyme Regis, 9pm.<br><em>Part of the Lyme Regis Lifeboat Week celebrations and the start of the Nags Head Beer Festival!</em><br> <br>24.07.15 – The York Inn, Exmouth, 9:30pm.<br> <br>01.08.15 – Sidmouth Folk Week - The Black Horse, 9:30pm<br> <br>03.08.15 – Sidmouth Folk Week - The Volunteer Inn, 3pm.<br> <br>29.08.15 – The Vintage, Wellington, 9pm.<br> <br> <br>So a busy summer ahead, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. Looking forward to catching up with plenty of you and meeting some new friends along the way.<br> <br>And I almost forgot…if you’re looking for some live music in East Devon TONIGHT (Tues 21<sup>st</sup>) then come along to The Wheelwright Inn in Colyford where my friends Alan West & Steve Black are hosting another “Midwinterfest Xtra” show in The Bellows, with special guests Dexeter who performed at the festival back in January. I’ll be joining Alan & Steve to play an opening set at 8pm…entry is free but booking is advised…give the venue a call on <a href="tel:01297%20552585">01297 552585</a> if you fancy it and I might see you later!<br> <br>Best wishes and I hope you all enjoy the rest of the summer,<br> <br>AdamAdam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/37854112015-07-21T11:56:04+01:002018-02-26T12:46:32+00:00Live Review - The Chestnut, Worcester 26/6/15Many thanks to Graham Munn and the 'Rhythm & Booze' webzine for a cracking review of my first show at The Chestnut in Worcester last month. You can read the review <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://rhythmbooze.tumblr.com/post/122877030081/adam-sweet-live-the-chestnut-worcester-26-6-15" target="_blank">here</a>.<br><br><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://rhythmbooze.tumblr.com/post/122877030081/adam-sweet-live-the-chestnut-worcester-26-6-15" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/c48071297d52908527469f23ce6b34b7bdc1e052/original/dsc01180-copy-2.jpg?1437476110" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></a>Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/37250542015-06-02T09:55:45+01:002015-06-02T09:55:45+01:00June (and a bit of July) gig news…Hi guys,<br> <br>So June is here (yeah I know it doesn’t feel like it…) and I figured you’re long overdue an update from me. The local gigs in and around East Devon are going great and I’m enjoying them as much as ever, and the new residencies at the Dolphin in Beer (every other Sunday afternoon) and newly christened venue “The Bellows” at the Wheelwright Inn in Colyford (last Thursday of every month) seem to keep getting bigger and better with every visit…thank you for your support!<br> <br>However now summer is (nearly) here things start getting even busier, so here’s a full run down of what I’ll be getting up to in the coming weeks. Mostly solo gigs, but also a few with my longstanding classic rock trio The Perfect Strangers, and a few tasty gigs with my buddies Alan West and Steve Black coming up too…<br> <br>03.06.15 – Café Rene, Gloucester, 9pm.<br> <br>04.06.15 – Las Iguanas, Exeter, 7pm.<br> <br>05.06.15 – Stroud Americana Festival.<br><em>Playing a featured slot on the Friday night Café Stage. </em><br><a contents="www.stroudamericanafestival.co.uk" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.stroudamericanafestival.co.uk" target="_blank"><em>www.stroudamericanafestival.co.uk</em></a><br> <br>06.06.15 – Castlewood Wine Festival, Musbury, Devon, 4pm.<br><a contents="www.castlewoodvineyard.co.uk/2015-festival/" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.castlewoodvineyard.co.uk/2015-festival/" target="_blank"><em>www.castlewoodvineyard.co.uk/2015-festival/</em></a><br> <br>06.06.15 – The Prospect, Exeter, 9:30pm. (The Perfect Strangers)<br> <br>07.06.15 – The Dolphin, Beer, Devon, 3:30pm.<br> <br>12.06.15 – The Royal Clarence, Seaton, Devon, 9pm. (The Perfect Strangers)<br> <br>13.06.15 – Axminster Arts Café, Axminster, Devon, 1pm. (With Alan West & Steve Black)<br> <br>13.06.15 – Pecorama, Beer, Devon, 6:30pm. (With Alan West & Steve Black)<br><em>“A Midsummer Night’s Steam”</em><br><a contents="www.pecorama.info/news-special-events/amidsummernightssteam/" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.pecorama.info/news-special-events/amidsummernightssteam/" target="_blank"><em>www.pecorama.info/news-special-events/amidsummernightssteam/</em></a><br> <br>18.06.15 – Number 10, Bridport, Dorset, 9pm.<br> <br>19.06.15 – The Sorry Head, Exeter, 9:30pm. (The Perfect Strangers)<br> <br>20.06.15 – Rhythms of the World Festival, Hitchin, Hertfordshire. (With Alan West & Steve Black)<br><em>Playing the St. Mary’s Stage</em><br><a contents="www.rotw.org.uk" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.rotw.org.uk" target="_blank"><em>www.rotw.org.uk</em></a><br> <br>21.06.15 – The Dolphin, Beer, Devon, 3:30pm.<br> <br>25.06.15 – The Bellows at the Wheelwright Inn, Colyford, Devon, 6:30pm.<br> <br>26.06.15 – The Chestnut, Worcester, Worcestershire. 8:30pm.<br> <br>27.06.15 – Kidderminster (Private Party)<br> <br>28.06.15 – The Volunteer, Honiton, Devon, 7pm. (The Perfect Strangers)<br> <br>01.07.15 – The Stag Theatre, Sevenoaks, Kent. (With Alan West & Steve Black)<br><em>Opening for Ward Thomas.</em><br><a contents="www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk/whats-on/live/a-night-of-country-music-1199/" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk/whats-on/live/a-night-of-country-music-1199/" target="_blank"><em>www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk/whats-on/live/a-night-of-country-music-1199/</em></a><br> <br>02.07.15 – The Icarus Club Shortlands, The Shortlands Tavern, Bromley, 8pm.<br> <br>05.07.15 – The Dolphin, Beer, Devon, 3:30pm.<br> <br>That’s all for now. As always full details for all the gigs can be found on my website at <a href="http://www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows">www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a>. Really looking forward to catching up with some of you on my travels!<br> <br>Best wishes,<br> <br>Adam<br> Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/35563602015-02-25T10:25:08+00:002015-02-25T10:26:05+00:00PearShaped Magazine InterviewI recently did an interview with Nickie Shoebeiry for Exeter University's online music magazine PearShaped. If you'd like to read my ramblings on various topics including how I got started in music, my influences, the recording of my debut album and much more then you can read the in-depth interview here...<a contents="pearshapedexeter.com/adam-sweet/" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://pearshapedexeter.com/adam-sweet/" target="_blank">pearshapedexeter.com/adam-sweet/</a><br><br>Enjoy!Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/35162652015-02-09T09:38:36+00:002015-02-09T18:28:57+00:002015...so far so goodHi folks, <br><br>I hope you are all well and that 2015 has been good to you so far. For me it’s a case of so far so good this year, with some really great shows at both new and longstanding venues for me throughout January. I was also proud to have been involved in the very first Midwinterfest in Torquay which proved to be a great success, and most recently joined my good friends The ZZ Tops to open a couple of shows for them, which was always going to be a blast!<br> <br>I’ve plenty more coming up in February that I’m excited about, including my first appearance at Camden’s Green Note this Tuesday, so here’s a full run down of what’s coming up in the next week or so…<br> <br>Tue 10<sup>th</sup> Feb – The Green Note, Camden, London (plus Blue Rose Code and Samantha Whates)<br> <br>Fri 13<sup>th</sup> Feb – Wessex Arts Centre, Alton, Hampshire (with Alan West, Steve Black and Dean Barnes)<br> <br>Sat 14<sup>th</sup> Feb – The Old Fishmarket, Bristol<br> <br>Sun 15<sup>th</sup> Feb – The Royal Oak, Bath<br> <br>Tue 17<sup>th</sup> Feb – The Wheelwright, Colyford, Devon (supporting Mim Grey with Alan West and Steve Black)<br> <br>Thu 19<sup>th</sup> Feb – Number 10, Bridport, Dorset<br> <br>Fri 20<sup>th</sup> Feb – The Apple & Parrot, Taunton, Somerset<br> <br>As always you can find everything you need to know about the gigs at <a href="http://www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows">www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a><br> <br>I’m also busy making plans for the rest of this year, so if there’s anywhere you’d like to see me play then let me know and I’ll do my best to get to you.<br> <br>Thanks for reading and I hope to see you soon.<br> <br>Take it easy,<br> <br>AdamAdam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/34138602014-12-18T14:58:56+00:002014-12-18T14:58:56+00:00Christmas 2014 update…Hi, <br><br>Just a quick note from me to thank you all for your support this year, it’s been a real good one. The gigs have been better than ever…not only have I played to some brilliant audiences at new venues all over the UK, but the regular gigs closer to home are still going strong…it’s always a pleasure to see the same faces coming back again and again…long may it continue!<br> <br>It’s hard to believe that’s it’s almost a year since my debut album ‘Small Town Thinking’ came out…exactly this time last year I was anxiously preparing for that epic album launch show. The response to the album over the course of this year has been awesome, and I’m delighted that so many of you are enjoying it. I’ve been working on new material recently, so expect some new songs to start popping up in my sets in the New Year.<br> <br>I’ve a handful of local gigs left this month, mostly with my rock trio The Perfect Strangers who will be helping me see out the year…<br> <br>Thur 18<sup>th</sup> Dec – The Angel, Exeter, 9pm (SOLO)<br> <br>Sat 20<sup>th</sup> Dec – The Grapevine, Exmouth, 9:30pm (THE PERFECT STRANGERS)<br> <br>Sun 21<sup>st</sup> Dec – The Eyre Court, Seaton, 4pm (THE PERFECT STRANGERS)<br> <br>Sat 27<sup>th</sup> Dec – The Nags Head, Lyme Regis, 9pm (THE PERFECT STRANGERS)<br> <br>Check out <a href="http://www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows">www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a> for more details, where you’ll also find all the 2015 gigs confirmed so far too.<br> <br>Finally, while I’m on the subject of next year...for any of you that like your music with a country flavour and are looking for something to help beat the January blues, you should check out Midwinterfest, which is happening in Torquay Fri 16<sup>th</sup> – Sun 18<sup>th</sup> January. I’ll be playing alongside Alan West, Steve Black and Dean Barnes as resident act for the weekend, and the line up consists of a whole host of top UK Country and Americana acts including current Radio 2 favourites Ward Thomas. Take a look at <a href="http://www.neo-music.net/midwinterfest">www.neo-music.net/midwinterfest</a> for full details and tickets.<br> <br>That just leaves me to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I’ll see you soon…<br> <br>Adam<br> <br> Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/32157852014-10-03T14:25:04+01:002014-10-03T14:25:04+01:00October gig newsHi folks,<br><br>October is shaping up to be a real good one, so I thought I ought to send you a quick note to let you know where I’ll be playing. The gigs include a return to Glasgow for a few nights, my first appearances in Nottingham and Birmingham and a couple of dates supporting Wille & the Bandits on their tour…<br> <br>Fri 3<sup>rd</sup> Oct – Queensbury Arms, Teignmouth, Devon <br> <br>Thu 9<sup>th</sup> Oct – No.10 Bar, Bridport, Dorset<br> <br>Sat 11<sup>th</sup> Oct – The Radway, Sidmouth, Devon<br> <br>Wed 15<sup>th</sup> Oct – Slouch, Glasgow<br> <br>Fri 17<sup>th</sup> Oct – The Howlin’ Wolf, Glasgow<br> <br>Mon 20<sup>th</sup> Oct – The Guitar Bar, Nottingham (+Rhiannon Mair + Anna Pancaldi)<br> <br>Wed 22<sup>nd</sup> Oct – Hare & Hounds, Birmingham (supporting Wille & the Bandits)<br> <br>Thu 23<sup>rd</sup> Oct – The Cavern, Exeter (supporting Wille & the Bandits)<br> <br>Sun 26<sup>th</sup> Oct – The Eyre Court, Seaton, Devon<br> <br>Wed 29<sup>th</sup> Oct – The Dolphin, Blandord Forum, Dorset<br> <br>Fri 31<sup>st</sup> Oct – The Plough, Wrington, nr Bristol<br> <br>As always full details for all the gigs can be found on the shows page of my website.<br> <br>As well as these solo dates I’ll also be playing a handful of dates around the West Country with my rock trio The Perfect Strangers, which include the Black Horse in Sidmouth on the 10<sup>th</sup>, Exeter’s Sorry Head on Sunday 12<sup>th</sup>, and Woods in Yeovil on the 25<sup>th</sup>. Also, I’ll be teaming up with my good friends Alan West and Steve Black to play a couple of shows at the Ent Shed in Bedford and Hitchin Folk Club on the 1<sup>st</sup> and 2<sup>nd</sup> of November…more on that soon.<br> <br>That’s all for now…I look forward to catching up with some of you over the coming weeks!<br> <br>All the best,<br> <br>Adam<br> Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/30770502014-07-15T13:32:15+01:002022-06-02T02:33:04+01:00"Album of the Month" and 5 stars from Guitar Techniques Magazine!We nearly missed this, but thanks to a very kind reader of Guitar Techniques getting in touch we have just found out that they made 'Small Town Thinking' their album of the month for July, with a 5 star review too! Really chuffed, and delighted to be sharing the reviews page with such fine company...<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/9ba7ca3963956bfc855c031046e1c9d117c25974/original/guitar-techniques-album-reviews-july-2014-edition.png?1405427372" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Adam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/30628712014-07-08T09:44:00+01:002014-07-08T09:44:00+01:00July 2014 update...Hi guys, I hope that you are all well. I realise it’s been a while since my last update, so I thought it was about time I rectified that…<br><br>There’s been plenty going on here to keep me busy, with all my regular gigs in around the South West keeping me out of trouble, as well as an ever growing number of shows further afield, including most recently a slot last Friday as a featured artist at the AMA UK’s 2<sup>nd</sup> annual conference, held at the Maverick Festival in Suffolk. I couldn’t stick around for too many beers afterwards as there were more gigs to be done back here in Devon, but it was good to catch up with some friends and make a few new ones along the way.<br> <br>There are a few more shows happening during July that are worth shouting about too…<br> <br>On Wednesday 16<sup>th</sup> I’m in Bristol, this time to play a new venue for me, The Gallimaufry, on Gloucester Road. This will also be my first time sharing the bill with one of Bristol’s finest, Matt Woosey…not one to be missed for acoustic blues fans.<br> <br>Saturday 19<sup>th</sup> I’m very excited to be returning to play at Upton Blues Festival. I made my first appearance here on the Acoustic Stage last year, and it was a real highlight for me…such a wonderful crowd! I’m delighted to have been asked back again, so be sure to come and find me back on the Acoustic Stage (Memorial Hall) at 9pm on the Saturday.<br> <br>At the end of the month is another new venue for me as a solo act…the Grey Horse in Kingston. A couple of months ago when I was in London I ended up sitting in on guitar with Alan West, Steve Black and Dean Barnes at one of their gigs here, but now they’re having me back on my own. I’ll be here on Thursday 31<sup>st</sup> playing from 8-10pm.<br> <br>As well as these I’ve still got my regular gigs here in Devon and Dorset, which this month includes The Dolphin in Blandford Forum (Wed 9<sup>th</sup>), The Angel in Exeter (Thur 17<sup>th</sup>), and my once a month Sunday afternoon residency at The Dolphin in Beer (Sun 20<sup>th</sup>).<br> <br>For all the details head over to <a data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">www.adamsweetmusic.com/shows</a>, where you’ll find the full gig list as always.<br> <br>Finally, just a reminder that if you haven’t got yourself a copy of my ‘Small Town Thinking’ album, you can order it, or download it, via the website at <a contents="www.adamsweetmusic.com/music" data-link-label="Music" data-link-type="page" href="/music" target="_blank">www.adamsweetmusic.com/music</a>. The reviews have still been steadily rolling in over the last few months, and I must say every one of them has been a real treat to read. If you’d like to see what’s been said about it we’ve put a whole bunch of the reviews on the ‘<a contents="press" data-link-label="Press" data-link-type="page" href="/press" target="_blank">press</a>’ section of the website…but more importantly I hope that you guys have been enjoying it!<br> <br>Thanks to all of you for your continued support, and I hope to see some of you out and about this month.<br> <br>Cheers,<br><br>AdamAdam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/26324002014-02-24T00:27:51+00:002014-02-24T00:27:51+00:002014 so far...Hey folks. I hope you are all well and that 2014 has been good to you so far. I figured it was about time for a quick update from me. It’s been a promising start to the year, and firstly I’d like to thank all of you who have bought a copy of my debut album ‘Small Town Thinking’ already…I hope you’re enjoying it! The reviews have been coming in, and they have made for very enjoyable reading indeed. I’m also delighted to be featured in the current issue of ‘The Blues Magazine’ as “one to watch for 2014”, and the album tracks have been getting plenty of plays on both local, national and international radio too.<br><br>Last month I had the great pleasure of accompanying my good friend, singer and the producer of my album, Alan West, as he recorded a live session with Bob Harris at Radio 2. It was a real honour to be a part of this, and along with our mate Dean Barnes on guitar we accompanied Alan on three live tracks…and had a blast getting to hang out at the BBC for a few hours! The session will be aired on Bob’s weekend Radio 2 show on March 23<sup>rd</sup> between midnight and 3am, so if you fancy a listen be sure to tune in or get it on the iPlayer at a more sociable hour I guess!<br> <br>I’ve also got a few things coming up to let you know about, both local to us Devon folk and further afield…<br> <br>This Tuesday (25<sup>th</sup> Feb) highly acclaimed Nashville singer/songwriter Hugh Moffatt is visiting this part of the world to play a show at The Dolphin in Beer (EX12 3EQ). Alan West, Steve Black and myself will be opening what’s sure to be a special night in this wonderfully intimate setting. There are still a few tickets available at £10, which can be reserved by calling 07773 768110.<br> <br>On Thursday (27<sup>th</sup> Feb) I will be in nearby Seaton for a special ‘Steak and Blues’ night at The Shed Steakhouse (EX12 2LW). Joining me to help deliver the blues portion of the evening will be my inimitable buddy Dean Barnes on guitar. There are still a few tables left, so for more info and to reserve yours head to www.theshedsteakhouse.co.uk…I’ve already sampled the steak of course…it’s a bit good!<br> <br>Next weekend sees me leaving the West Country for a few days and heading back to London for a couple of solo shows and some more radio. On Sunday 2<sup>nd</sup> March I’ll be playing a set at The Old Queens Head in Islington (N1 8LN), where I’ll be taking to the stage at 5pm. Then on Tuesday 4<sup>th</sup> March I’ll be at The Bedford in Balham (SW12 9HD) - doors open at 7:30 for this one. I’m really looking forward to playing these new venues, and if any of you are able to come along and show your support I’d love to see you there.<br> <br>So, plenty happening to keep me busy for now. We’re in the process of booking more dates all over the UK, but I’ll let you know more on that soon. In the meantime if there’s anywhere you’d like me to come and play then let me know and we’ll try and add it to the list!<br> <br>And if you still haven’t heard the new album yet, don’t forget you can order it or download it straight from the website at www.adamsweetmusic.com.<br> <br>Take care and hopefully see you around soon,<br> <br>AdamAdam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/22641542013-12-20T10:57:18+00:002013-12-22T13:58:11+00:00Small Town Thinking out now!Today’s the day my debut album ‘Small Town Thinking’ is released! Thanks to everyone who’s pre-ordered a copy already…if it’s with you now I hope you’re enjoying it and playing it loud!! If you want to get your hands on a copy you can order straight from the website www.adamsweetmusic.com, and a digital version is available to download from there too.<br> <br>The album launch show is tonight (Fri 20<sup>th</sup>), aptly being held in the small East Devon town of Seaton at their splendid town hall aka The Gateway. We’ve been working hard preparing for this show and we’re all set for a great night…if everything goes to plan you’re in for a real treat! Tickets have been selling well, but if you haven’t got yours yet don’t worry, you can still reserve them today by contacting Kirstin via email on info@neo-music.net or calling 07779 786225, and there should also still be a few tickets available on the door tonight.<br> <br>So I better stop writing and go and get ready for the show…doors open half 7, and I can’t wait to see some of you there. If you can’t join us this evening I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and I’ll see you in the New Year.<br> <br>Cheers,<br> <br>Adam xAdam Sweettag:adamsweetmusic.com,2005:Post/20885982013-11-21T12:27:19+00:002022-03-24T09:10:46+00:00Debut album release and launch showIt gives me great pleasure to let you all know that my debut album ‘Small Town Thinking’ is due for release on Friday 20th December. It’s been a long time coming and I can’t tell you how good it feels to be sat here writing this…I just hope when you hear it that you think it was worth the wait! <br><br>The album is available to pre-order now at my website <a data-link-label="Home" data-link-type="page" href="/home" target="_blank">www.adamsweetmusic.com</a>, so it’ll turn up just in time for your Christmas stocking fillers! It’s also worth checking out the website if you haven’t paid a visit recently, as it’s been completely rebuilt and is looking better than ever.<br> <br>To celebrate the release of the album we’re putting on a very special album launch show on Friday 20<sup>th</sup> December at The Gateway in Seaton, Devon. This is a great venue that has really supported me in recent years, in a town I have been regularly performing in ever since I was 15 years old, so it’s a real privilege to be able to do this at The Gateway. I’ll be performing both solo and with the help of some very special guests and friends of mine, including the ace Dean Barnes and the boys from my band ‘The Perfect Strangers’. The album will be available for the first time at the show, as well as an exclusive download of a recent live recording that you will receive free with each copy. It’s sure to be a great night and one hell of a Christmas party, and I would love for you all to be there. We need to know numbers, so please contact Kirstin Reynolds on 07779 786225 or email info@neo-music.net to reserve a ticket, which will cost a fiver.<br> <br>In the meantime I’ve got a handful of shows left this year in and around Devon before I start making plans to take these new songs on the road next year. Hopefully see you at the launch show on the 20<sup>th</sup>.<br> <br>All the best,<br> <br>Adam x<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/122370/6d9945a524e8598845e76d250220bca958786d59/original/album-launch-poster.jpg?1385035690" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Adam Sweet