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LIVE AT THE BEDFORD
Join us for our end-of-year SPECTACULAR!
This show is FREE entry however there are a limited number of advance tickets available (at no charge) that you can sign up for which will guarantee a seat ( max 6 per table).
If you can’t make it in person then the live stream can be accessed via our Facebook page www.facebook.com/thebedfordpub
Doors open at 7:00pm- Full menu available
The Bedford is delighted to announce this year’s Annual Christmas Music Party will include performances from:
INTERVAL – 15mins
TONY MOORE
Tony Moore is a London-based Singer/Songwriter/Performer with an eclectic career in the Music Industry. From being an original member of Iron Maiden, to playing keyboards with iconic 80’s band Cutting Crew (Died In Your Arms), to playing a role in the early careers of many emerging artists including: KT Tunstall, James Morrison, Paolo Nutini, and Ed Sheeran; Tony has been immersed in music on every level.
In 2019 Tony wrote and produced a song called “We Are The Light ” for the closing ceremony of the European Games which he performed live to a packed stadium and an estimated worldwide TV audience in excess of 100 million.
As a writer, he has worked with countless Artists, including contributing to Julian Lennon’s recent album JUDE with a song called “Love Never Dies” on which Tony also plays the haunting piano accompaniment for the record.
During the 2021 lockdown, Tony wrote and recorded an album called AWAKE, which he then turned into a unique one-man show, performing it live in London as a monthly residency from May 2021. Tony describes the show as “A journey to discover, truth, meaning and love in a world gone crazy…”.
AWAKE is a critically acclaimed immersive production that has already entertained thousands of people in London and now Tony has just taken it on a nationwide tour opening for Steve Harris (Iron Maiden) and his band British Lion marking the first time Steve and Tony have shared the same stage since 1977!
Steve Harris said of Tony: “If Tony could play guitar back then the way he does now he’d probably still be in the band (Iron Maiden)”.
In January of 2024 AWAKE opened for British Lion throughout the UK, prior to the AWAKE headline tour in February 2024. In the summer of 2024, AWAKE once again opened for British Lion in Portugal and Spain, prior to touring Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and the USA.
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LAUREN STEWART
In the 2010s and In her early 20s, Lauren found her musical feet right here on the Bedford stage as both bookings manager and performer. She now returns to her musical home after a significant hiatus to hit the audience with a whole new repertoire of angst, this time born of actual experience. Lauren’s debut EP ‘Seventeen’ is due out in early 2025 and it has been a long, long time coming.
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LUKE FLEAR
Luke Flear is an award-winning Singer-Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. From rich, raspy vocals and roaring guitar solos to acoustic deep cuts and piano ballads, Flear infuses various elements of Rock into a classic Americana soundscape. Born in Leeds, England, Luke has performed extensively across Europe and the US since the age of 15. He has toured with UK and US-based artists and took to the stages of major UK festivals, venues and events. After the release of his debut album, Luke won “Song of the Year” and “Male Artist Of The Year” at that year’s UK Country Radio Awards, as the top finalist. In 2024, Luke supported Drake Milligan on his sold-out UK tour, being one of the first UK artists to open for a Nashville-based performer. Following his debut at C2C in London’s 02 Arena, he performed at major events across the year, including Black Deer Festival, and debuted music at legendary spots such as Nashville’s Bluebird Cafe. His classic showmanship style has earned him spots on line-ups alongside Sheryl Crow, James Bay, Joe Bonamassa and more. Every instrument you hear on record is played and produced by Luke, with his songs exploring countless themes of love, loss, ambition, addiction and much more in true singer-songwriter style. Winning “Male Artist Of The Year” at the 2024 British Country Music Awards, Luke Flear has a promising future ahead.
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LUNA J
LUNA J is a mix of pop rock and 2000s pop creating a modern alternative rock vibe to her music. Her energy and aura on stage is like no other and it immediately catches your attention. Her power vocals and catchy relatable lyrics will leave you wanting more. LUNA grew up in Scotland (Fife) and has now moved to London to further her career. The past 2 years LUNA has spent her time performing around the UK and Australia. She has also written with big names such as Kyle Falconer from The View, The Beautiful South and many more. LUNA J is currently working on a EP for 2026 with 2025 being the year she is set to quickly gain attention from names in the industry.
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MIYAH
Miyah is a rising R&B and dance-pop artist with a raw, soulful voice and a sound full of personality. Born and raised in Marlow, she later moved to London to pursue music, having sung since childhood and picked up dance and saxophone along the way. Her love for music was shaped by time spent listening to vinyls with her grandfather, learning that music is something to be felt as much as heard. Having released her debut single ‘OVER U ‘ in November, Miyah has been performing across the city’s clubs, bars, and festivals, blending dance, emotion, and storytelling into music people can truly feel.
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MATT KENT
Vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Matt Kent is known for his sophisticated sound that blends R&B and Pop. Matt Kent has quickly become a Tik Tok sensation with his unique series titled “Turning classical into a pop” converting classical music into original pop songs. He’s racked up over 15 million total video views and 285 thousand followers since January 2021. Matt began his musical journey studying classically on the violin and piano. Kent began to write his own songs and perform in NYC in 2015, since then he’s been featured in showcases at legendary venues across NYC such as, the Bitter end, Mercury Lounge, and Pianos. Matt Kent was invited to the “Coffee Music Project NYC” in 2019 where he became a finalist and caught the attention of established music producer Dante Lattanzi who signed Kent to his management company. In 2021, Matt was personally invited by Chris Evans, to perform on “The Chris Evans Breakfast Show” and to play Carfest South 2021 after hearing him perform in Marlow. He then opened up for James Bay and sang to 40,000 people and has shared stages with James Blunt, Nile Rogers, and many more. Matt Kent is currently touring and co-writing with Liv Lester.
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TOMMY RODGER
Tommy Rodger is a man of style. A handmade fresh take on an old-school storyteller sound. This kind-eyed acoustic singer-songwriter keeps his sound stripped back and resembles boys of the past somehow. Here is a funny and thoughtful old-soul who wears his whole heart on his sleeve. As Tommy begins to release his discography, he will discuss many universal themes, so that we can, perhaps together, have a better understanding of this strange circumstance we call life. Let’s get it.
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VIN GOODWIN
Vin Goodwin released his first single “Falling Man” in 2011 and first EP “Swim the Wild Water” in 2012 both produced by the brilliant Cam Blackwood (George Ezra, London Grammar, Jack Savoretti). In 2015, he released his second EP “The Hunted”, produced by Jamie Lawson with backing vocals provided by none other than legendary singer-songwriter Judie Tzuke. Since 2021, Vin has been releasing his singles “Little Girl”, “Take Flight” “Fade”, “This Is Our War” (duet with Hannah White) and Our Place working with the likes of Hannah White, Jimmy Sims, Ben Mark, Ben Parker and James Welch. More is on the way!
Pizza Express Holborn, The Hospital Club, The Bedford, Troubadour, Regal Room, St James Theatre, Soundlounge Sutton and the Natural History Museum are just a few of the venues Vin has played, with a couple of appearances at UK festivals like Vannfest, Soundlounge Festival and Marylebone Summer Fayre. Just before the covid pandemic, Vin also squeezed in a two date ‘world tour’ with gigs in The Railway, Vancouver and Rockwood Music Hall, New York.
Vin is also (still!) writing a musical… have a look – www.asmalllifemusical.com
“So Near the Stars” LIVE with band. Summer 2017
“Falling Man” Live solo – Vin’s Veg Out at The Hospital Club.
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BEN KIDSON
You probably haven’t heard of Ben Kidson yet. But you might have seen him. If you’re a tiktok user, you’ll have seen him performing in adverts as a part of the American Express ‘Unsigned’ crew – a select group of emerging musicians that Amex have chosen to sponsor, and feature in their Amazon Prime Documentary ‘Unsigned: backing the Dream’. All of this, off the back of his grunge-pop attitude and riotous live show. Fresh from opening for Robbie Williams at Hyde Park this year, Ben is preparing his next set of songs to take the alternative rock world by storm.
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JACK CRITCHLOW
With repeat plays on BBC Radio 1 and Radio X, and off the back of his debut EP ‘Two Sides of the Same Coin’, Jack is a very exciting upcoming talent. Writing and producing all his own music, Jack crafts a unique pop sound through his slick songwriting and production. Fusing elements of pop with singer-songwriter, he combines his upbeat pop roots with his storytelling and poetic lyric writing. He promises a new live show in 2026, and definitely not one to miss.
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ISABELLA COULSTOCK
Isabella Coulstock is one of the most exciting singer/songwriters to hit the Americana music scene in recent years. Alongside her own shows, she has supported renowned acts such as The Who, Chris Isaak, Jools Holland and Nick Heyward on their tours. Her impressive stage presence has captivated audiences at many
prestigious venues, including an acclaimed solo performance at the iconic O2 Arena. Isabella was recently flown out to NYC to perform at a prestigious private event with Brandi Carlile and is fresh off tour with multi-award-winning artist Toby Lee.
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