LIVE AT THE BEDFORD

8:00 PM SOUTH BY ZERO

South By Zero is an indie pop band that formed in 2020 originally with duo Matthew Bawtree and George Burton. The talented pair kicked off their musical journey at BIMM Manchester in 2021. SBZ released their debut EP ‘Between These Walls,’ a poignant exploration of teenage relationship struggles and the complexities of coming of age. In early 2023, they welcomed former solo artist Emma Halpin into their ranks. This addition proved to be a game-changer, as Emma seamlessly integrated with Matthew and George, contributing to a series of pop singles that captivated listeners throughout the year. Notably, their track ‘What You Started’ gained significant traction, earning multiple features on BBC Introducing Kent.

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8:30 PM    EASY SKANKING

Easyskanking (The greatest easy-listening ska band in the world – Lee Scratch Perry) play popular classic tunes in a ska and reggae style. Based in South London, their line-up includes musicians who have played at festivals and venues across the UK, including The Marquee Club, The Shepherd’s Bush Empire, The Edinburgh Festival and Guilfest, never failing to get audiences dancing and participating in their show. Most recently, Easyskanking were on the bill with Janet Kay (‘Silly Games’ – The Queen of Lovers Rock).  The band’s unique engagement with crowds nurtures a party atmosphere with an emphasis on fun. If you can hum it, Easyskanking will skank it!

‘SKA STYLE!’, Easyskanking’s debut album, is due to be released Spring 2024. Tracks on the album feature versions of:  The Model – Kraftwerk; Valerie – The Zutons; Come Up And See Me (Make Me Smile) – Cockney Rebel; Losing My Religion – REM ; Ring Of Fire – Johnny Cash; Dancing In The Moonlight – Thin Lizzy ; Cars – Gary Numan ; Islands In The Stream – Dolly Parton ; Summertime – George Gershwin; I Kissed a Girl – Katie Perry and more…

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9:30 PM    CAITLIN MCCARTHY

Caitlin McCarthy is a determined 18-year-old singer/songwriter from Coventry who has always had a long-term dream of performing to audiences across her city, and one day to millions around the world. However, it’s not the fame that Caitlin craves, but the opportunity to use her incredible talent to raise awareness of issues and represent emotions that we all feel. Caitlin’s lyrics encapsulate the listener on a personal level, through the power and soulful voice she displays both in live performance alongside her band and on record.

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