A number of Hassocks residents are involved in HURSTfolk. This music festival takes place in Hurstpierpoint from 22nd to 24th November, showcasing homegrown talent on various local stages. Tickets are available from www.hurstfolk.org
A new album for our times
On Friday 22nd, Mike Reinstein, is celebrating the release of his latest album, The Birds Don’t Sing Around Here at The Players Theatre, Hurstpierpoint. On stage with him will be his wife Reina on keyboards, Ali Gavan on bass and Lee Humber on drums. They all appear on the album which was produced by Ali this year at Brighton Road Studios near Hassocks.
Released on November 4th, this is Mike’s fourth album for the Irregular Records label. In this latest collection, he uses his songwriting skills to cast an unflinchingly forensic gaze at the troubling times we’re all living through. With a mixture of wit, anger and a wide palette of musical styles, The Birds Don’t Sing Around Here is a powerful critique of our wounded world.
The album can also be accessed on most streaming platforms and is available as a CD from his website www.mikereinstein.co.uk
Plus support from Ian
Ian Roland, Hassocks based singer-songwriter, Ian Roland, and his band are supporting Mike Reinstein on 22nd November at the Players’ Theatre.
On 31st October, Ian released his new track about a much-loved local landmark, making the song available through Youtube. Ian references the chalk grassland slopes and wildlife which can be seen in this chalk grassland habitat. Listen out for mention of the adonis blue, meadow pipit, skylark and round-headed rampion, the county flower of Sussex. Here is the link https://youtu.be/YrhPHp_KJlU
Happy to be back
Sell-out jazz vocalist, writer and artist, Lou Beckerman is happy to be a part of Hurst Folk again, and says: “On 24th November, as the sun sets on atmospheric Danny House, we’ll be presenting an early-evening intimate concert to help people unwind.” With her background in health and the arts, Lou has a special love of bringing healing elements together in a woven tapestry of soothing jazzy sounds and heartfelt poetry.
She is also running a Saturday morning adults’ singing workshop on 23rd November. It’s for everyone - No previous experience of singing needed. Larks and frogs, carcrooooners and bathtub-balladeers - ALL are most warmly welcome! Again it’s aimed at relaxation, confidence-building, health, wellbeing, and fun! Lou delights in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where all can enjoy the rewards of music-making and singing together. For more information about Lou please visit her website: www.loubeckerman.com