BambusBoy Posted June 26, 2012 Share Posted June 26, 2012 Hi Everyone! Long shot but my band have just been offered a gig at the HiFi Club in Leeds. Just wondered if anyone has heard of this club (or gigged there?) BTW we are an 11 piece Soul/Funk band (Bambus City Strut). The dates offered are all on a Sunday so it'll be a nice excuse to take the Monday off as we are all Londonders. Thanks Sujay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted June 26, 2012 Share Posted June 26, 2012 (edited) This is a great place. I've gigged there a few times, back when I was with a jazz/funk outfit. It's been a few years now, but they used to have "The Sunday Joint" where bands would play each week, as opposed to the great funky discos on other nights. It's a good-sized stage, good PA, and when I was there, an experienced and friendly soundguy. It was never quite as busy as a Friday or Saturday, as can be expected, but it's still buzzing and they should be up dancing in no time. Unless you're sh*t Enjoy. edit, just listened to your band - really good stuff - you'll go down a treat. Edited June 26, 2012 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BambusBoy Posted June 26, 2012 Author Share Posted June 26, 2012 Awesome mate - thank you. I knew someone on here would know. It makes so much difference if the soundperson is friendly as we all know. Last place we placed in London (Bedford in Balham) had an amazing sound lady and they streamed the whole thing on the web. Thanks again Roland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted June 26, 2012 Share Posted June 26, 2012 Ah, been there many times when I was at uni >10 years ago, great little place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BambusBoy Posted June 26, 2012 Author Share Posted June 26, 2012 Thanks DannyBuoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted June 26, 2012 Share Posted June 26, 2012 The stage might be rather cosy for an 11-piece band though, you can get an idea of the size of it here: [url="http://www.thehificlub.co.uk/gallery"]http://www.thehificlub.co.uk/gallery[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisnameistaken Posted June 26, 2012 Share Posted June 26, 2012 Your band will go down a storm at the Hi-Fi. Haven't been for years but it's a good venue with a friendly regular crowd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BambusBoy Posted June 26, 2012 Author Share Posted June 26, 2012 Thanks guys!! Really looking forward to this now - we're finalisaing dates with the promoters as we speak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassmonkey Posted June 26, 2012 Share Posted June 26, 2012 I've played there a few times. is a great little club. Is downstairs though so in and out is a bit of a pain. Not terrible though. Stage is quite small, just a couple of steps up. You will be a bit cosy but should fit. Has a bit of a jazz/latino/soul reputation. Def worth a gig. Enjoy buddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BambusBoy Posted June 26, 2012 Author Share Posted June 26, 2012 Thanks BassMonkey - you're a Leeds person I see - love the pics of you and your Ric on the Cardinals site:) We are starting to get quite used to "squashed stage syndrome" - it's all part of the funk! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted June 26, 2012 Share Posted June 26, 2012 Haha, shows what my memory is like. Thinking about it, it was more than a few years ago, around 2002/3. My memory is that of a spacious stage for our five piece. The only stage where I've played the bass and didgeridoo simultaneously Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yorks5stringer Posted June 27, 2012 Share Posted June 27, 2012 Saw Swing Out Sister there maybe 5 years ago and they were a 6 or 7 piece if my memory serves me right..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BambusBoy Posted June 27, 2012 Author Share Posted June 27, 2012 Nice - so we can play there on the way back down from stardom too (haha - just joking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassjamm Posted June 27, 2012 Share Posted June 27, 2012 I played there a few years back, awesome club, and your band will definitely go down well there. Just a thought, but have you tried The Yardbird in Birmingham as well? Ollie there is a nice guy and it's a storming gig, played there a few times. You wouldn't get an 11 piece in there though, so you may need to go as a smaller outfit if that's possible?!?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fumps Posted June 28, 2012 Share Posted June 28, 2012 Hi-Fi club is a fantastic venue. been there a few times. Good atmosphere & nice layout Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BambusBoy Posted June 28, 2012 Author Share Posted June 28, 2012 Thank you both BassJamm and Fumps BassJamm thanks for the heads up on the Yardbird - just what we need to know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassjamm Posted June 28, 2012 Share Posted June 28, 2012 [quote name='BambusBoy' timestamp='1340871739' post='1710665'] Thank you both BassJamm and Fumps BassJamm thanks for the heads up on the Yardbird - just what we need to know [/quote] You're welcome pal. They're both killer venues. And of course there's the jazz cafe in Camden. The band I was in got a few gigs there. All were last minute support slots for hardly any dollar but awesome fun. Just had to keep emailing and making phone calls ad with most venues. Bath had a pretty vibrant jazz/funk scene too. There's a lovely bar called green park which may suit you guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Rock Posted June 28, 2012 Share Posted June 28, 2012 (edited) While we're suggesting venues, check out The Wardrobe in Leeds. I reckon that would be right up your street. Edit: not literally, as it's in Leeds and you're from London :-) Edited June 28, 2012 by Roland Rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassmonkey Posted June 28, 2012 Share Posted June 28, 2012 Agree on The Wardrobe. They're both similar venues in terms of vibe and clientele but The Wardrobe is bigger. Always good in the adjoining bar above where musos from Leeds College of Music turn up and jam regulary. Check out Kenny Higgins a genius bassist often in there (You Tube him if you want convincing) Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BambusBoy Posted June 28, 2012 Author Share Posted June 28, 2012 @Bassjamm - thanks mate - yes we played the Jazz Cafe in March this year great fun (I reckon I'm following a path you've already funkified for me @Roland - its on our list now thanks to your suggestion. @Bassmonkey - thanks for the tip off - will check him out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ant Posted June 28, 2012 Share Posted June 28, 2012 i love hifi! last time i went on a sunday it was ram-jammed as well, everyone dancing and having a great time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BambusBoy Posted June 28, 2012 Author Share Posted June 28, 2012 Awesome - really looking forward to it now - thanks Ant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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