ABERYSTWYTH THE ROYAL PIER

FRI 22ND AUG, 2008 10.00pm-3.00am

Backbeating Sounds presents: “Gypsy, Klezmer & Balkan Beats” featuring…

SHEELANAGIG
Supported by the Backbeating Soundsystem

Friday 22 August
10pm-3am
The Brasserie of the Royal Pier, Aberystwyth

Sheelanagig have been honing their eclectic blend of folk, jazz and world music since early 2005. Equally at home on festival stages, music venues and street corners the band have developed a devoted following with two album releases and a hectic touring schedule. Blistering live performances have made Sheelanagig festival favourites across the UK and into Europe, and caused dancefloor mayhem from the Scottish Islands to the South of Italy.

The five members of Sheelanagig bring a wide range of musical backgrounds to the band’s unique sound, and are united by their commitment to energetic performance with the highest quality instrumental music.

“A massive hit on the festival scene who practically burst the marquee at the Trowbridge Festival this year”
Venue Magazine
"Here’s fun music that also makes for great listening - if you can stop yourself from dancing! Brilliant!"
Wheaton Aston Festival
“High energy and incredible musicality. Worth checking out.”
The Living Tradition
“Sheelanagig made several dazzling appearences. Each time their set drew more people in, spellbound them with beautiful arrangements then hit the accelerator.”
Larmer Tree Festival
“Dancefloor mayhem, and an atmosphere that was more party than concert. I can't wait to see them in action again.”
Totnes Times
“Sheelanagig delighted the audience with their barnstorming fusion of jazz, folk and world music.”
The Morning Star