Ola Samba

Ola Samba provide high-energy Samba performances all over the UK. Samba is the music of Brazil and at the very heart of the Rio Carnival. It is fast, loud, and full of energy. All traditional Samba is accompanied by joyous song, but the percussion section is what really gives it its unique sound. In the UK, many have adopted the word 'samba' to cover a wider range of Brazilian music, all of which with a strong emphasis on percussion. Olá Samba teaches traditional samba alongside other Brazilian music such as Samba Reggae, Maracatu, Maculelê and Marcha, as well as rhythms from around the world such as Funk, Hip-Hop and Afrobeat. All of Olá Samba's workshops are run on authentic Brazilian percussion instruments, made in Brazil.

Amazing... I was blown away by the energy and enthusiasm of the performance! - Mikala, Tetbury

Cheltenham Samba really opened the event with a bang and got the pulse racing! - Demelsa, Cheltenham.


http://www.olasamba.co.uk
https://www.facebook.com/olasambadrumming

Dan Hartland

Walk the Line debutant Dan Hartland will be performing on Saturday 11th October at The Quaich.

Currently based in Gloucestershire, Dan Hartland is a folk singer/songwriter, who incorporates influences of early rock ‘n’ roll, soul and intelligence into his music. With his dynamic and engaging stage presence, he has supported the likes of Foy Vance, Mark Morris and Clem Snide. His new album entitled ‘Young Man’s Game’ features 11 rootsy, country-flecked folk songs and in addition to this Dan has also released two further EP’s.

 “He gets right underneath the topic he’s writing about. Absolutely gorgeous – what an incredible voice” - BBC Introducing in the West

“Cuts right through to the listener’s innermost soul.” - Maverick Magazine


http://www.danhartland.com

Guy Challenger

We are pleased to announce that Guy Challenger will be performing at Walk the Line Festival 2014 on Saturday 11th October.

Guy Challenger is an Acoustic Folk Singer/Songwriter from Gloucestershire, whose music reflects his emotional struggles with depression, love and relationships. His first studio album, ‘Vivid and Vulnerable’ was released independently in June 2012. Since then he has gone on to record his second album, ‘Melancholy Kick’, which was released in 2013, and his latest EP, ‘The Honesty’.


https://soundcloud.com/guychallenger
https://www.facebook.com/GuyChallenger

Grace Palmer

We are pleased to announce that Grace Palmer will be performing on Saturday 11th October at The Quaich. Similar to the likes of Ingrid Michaelson, Julia Sheer and US, Grace Palmer is a singer-songwriter and guitarist from Gloucestershire, who writes and performs all her own music.

Her latest original song ‘Broken Heart’ can be found on Sound Cloud:

https://soundcloud.com/gracepalmermusic
https://www.facebook.com/gracepalmermusic

Russ Poole

We are pleased to announce that Russ Poole will be performing at Walk the Line Festival on Saturday 11th October 2014.

Influenced by artists such as Damien Rice, John Mayer and Matt Nathanson, Russ Poole, is an acoustic singer-songwriter from Gloucester. He has performed at gigs all around the country, ranging from bars and pubs, to larger venues and music festivals, including Wychwood, Barn on the Farm and Lakefest.

Russ has released two EP’s to date, his latest EP being ‘One More, which was written, recorded and produced entirely by Russ in his studio. Both EP’s can be downloaded on iTunes NOW.


Find out more at http://www.russpoole.co.uk

George Montague

We are pleased to announce that George Montague will be performing at Walk the Line Festival on Saturday 11th October 2014.

George Montague is a multi-instrumentalist, Rock, Jazz and Funk singer-songwriter from the UK. Inspirations range from Coldplay, to Stevie Wonder and Radio Head. He has performed at festivals such as the Cheltenham Jazz Festival, EFG London Jazz Festival and Henley Festival, as well as playing at venues throughout London and the ‘shires. And with nearly five million views on Youtube, George Montague is not one to be missed.

"A true instrumentalist...the gift that keeps on giving, that is George Montague" - Sam Bonham, BBC Introducing

“Charismatic and talented pianist and songwriter... charming and original” - Tom Robinson, BBC 6Music


Find out more: http://www.georgemontague.com

Shlomo

We are pleased to announce that Shlomo, named one of the most-heard beat boxers in history, will be the headline act at The Frog and Fiddle on Saturday 11th October.

After becoming the champion at the King of the Jam beatboxing competition in London, Guinness World Record holder, Shlomo, became well recognized for his original beatboxing techniques and talent. In 2004, Shlomo collaborated with Björk on her song ‘Oceania’, which was later performed at the opening ceremony of the Summer Olympics in Athens. This performance reached an estimated 3.9 billion people around the world and was nominated for a Grammy Award. He then went on to the UK, Europe, Canada, and after performing at London’s Queen Elizabeth Concert Hall, he became Artist in Residence at the Southbank Centre in 2007. As part of this residency, he performed in a collaborative series of concerts named ‘Music Through Unconventional Means’ from 2007-2010, featuring artists such as Jarvis Cocker, DJ Yoda and Martha Wainwright.

 Being a favourite on the UK Festival Scene, he’s performed at festivals including Latitude, Bestival, Glastonbury and Lovebox, and has collaborated with global stars such as Ed Sheeran, James Morrison and Jason Mraz.

 “The kid’s good. Jaw-droppingly good” – The Guardian






Find out more: www.shlo.co.uk

KSH and the Going Goods

The world of hip hop is a desolate one... With gangsters, players, pimps and g-thangs dominating the scene, the beauty of the genre is being lost. Thats where KSH and The Going Goods step in.

An alternative acoustic band from across the country, coming straight out of the “ghettos” of Cheltenham. KSHnTGG are a five man troupe consisting of string-men Jack Carroll and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou, vocalists Mikey Doherty and Kishi Allebone, rounded off with a unique drum machine, Beatboxer Kush Cushion.

A fresh a lively feel filled with laughter and banter, this new band is already taking the scene by storm.

“KSH & The Going Goods can be considered as the festivals curveball, an acoustic band with a fresh twist. Imagine a mix between Plan B, The Streets and Ed Sheeran. These gents brought the funk, the groove and most importantly the good times!”

(Waitt Unsigned at Wychwood festival)