Rob Heron and The Tea Pad Orchestra Bring the Best of UK Roots to Southport
ROB Heron and The Tea Pad Orchestra is 1 of the hardest working bands in the UK roots circuit… With thousands of touring miles under their belts, they have earned themselves a sizeable fan base in the UK, Europe and beyond. Based in Newcastle Upon Tyne, they play their own brand of Western Swing, Blues, Gypsy Jazz and Country, or "North Eastern Swing" as they've coined it. Their style is more eclectic than most, influenced by early 20th century American music, with the addition of:- "razor-sharp" solos, great arrangements and original songs; their music harks back to a golden age whilst staying perfectly modern. The songs are penned by Rob Heron, a crazy fool for country music and a full time dandy cowboy. His songs are full of character, satire, and good old fashion hollerin'. The band, a hot 6 piece, features Ben Fitzgerald (guitar), Tom Cronin (mandolin), Colin Nicholson (accordion), Rob Blazey (double bass) and Paul Archibald (drums). Their debut album:- 'Money Isn't Everything', caused a sensation when it was released in 2012, winning a host of rave reviews; many of them 5 star. Their 2nd album:- 'Talk About The Weather' is gathering some notable radio play and reviews. Rob Heron and The Tea Pad Orchestra takes to the stage on Friday, 10 April 2015, at 7.30pm. Tickets are:- £10 advance / £12 doors and are available online at:- Theatkinson.Co.UK or by calling the Box Office on:- 01704 533333. They are also available over the counter during The Atkinson opening hours. Please be advised that there is a £2.50 booking fee for telephone and online sales.
