LIVE AT THE BEDFORD

8:00 PM TOBY PEARCE

“We closet artists are everywhere. Let us out!” Toby Pearce, a native of Leigh-On-Sea, might just be the freshest, most intriguing new singer-songwriter you’ll hear this year. He is also 51 years of age and a type one diabetic. He began writing and recording songs on connected
tape decks when he was a teenager, but took a “proper job” after being discouraged at home. The writing never stopped, and 30 years later he realised he was miserable because he had neglected his inner world of music. It took him further years in his spare time to hone his
songcraft and live performance at open mic nights with songs that come from his deepest feelings and life experiences.

This is grown up music that anyone can understand, young or old. Toby’s lyrics are influenced by the honesty of Leonard Cohen and Adele – he doesn’t hide behind metaphor. He is at heart a classic rock artist with blues roots and a modern but “real instruments” production approach. His vocals and sound are influenced by his heroes Roger Waters, Bryan Ferry and Jackson Browne among others. Toby produced his first album in his home studio, and was fortunate enough to attract esteemed producer John Reynolds (Sinead O’Connor, Damian Rice, Andrea
Corr) to play drums and co-produce.

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8:30 PM TONY MOORE & JULIA CUBO

Tony Moore is a trailblazer in the music industry, with a career that spans over four decades and has taken him from Bristol to the stages of sold-out stadiums around the world. From his early days with Iron Maiden and Tanz Der Youth to his breakthrough success in Holland with Radio Java, Tony has always pushed the boundaries of musical creativity and performance. As a member of Cutting Crew (I Just Died In Your Arms Tonight), Tony toured the world opening for legends like Huey Lewis, Starship, and The Bangles. They were even the first Western musicians to perform a live show in Taiwan where the audience was allowed to stand up and dance, causing a near-riot. Tony’s contributions to the music industry have been recognized by the MMF (Music Managers Forum) and the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors, who awarded him the “GOLD BADGE” for his services to songwriters and creative expression. In 2019, Tony reached the pinnacle of his career when he performed his own composition “We Are The Light” at the European Games in Minsk, Belarus, captivating a sold-out stadium audience and reaching an estimated 100+ million viewers across 117 countries. Tony embraced the digital age during the pandemic, playing over 110 consecutive online shows that have been viewed by countless people around the world. He’s now taking his live performances to the next level with “AWAKE,” a one-man show that showcases his musical talent and has been receiving rave reviews from sold-out audiences. With plans to tour Europe and eventually bring the show to Las Vegas, Tony Moore is a force to be reckoned with in the world of music.

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Julia Cubo has performed with many of the greats including Andrea Bocelli and will release her first original song “Anthem for Love” and her unique version of “God Save the King”, both recorded with a full orchestra and choir at Air Studios. Her outstanding talent and performance skills helps connect with an audience in a very special way. “Anthem For Love” is a powerful and passionate composition by Julia Cubo and Tony Moore.

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9:30 PM LIKE RIBBONS

Like Ribbons are an Alternative Rock band, with a touch of Country, with influences including The National, REM and Band of Horses. The first EP ‘Mother Nature’ will be released this May, with a launch night at The Bedford, Balham.

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