BAND INFO
Funky Friday Bands
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4:30-6:00pm - Marlia Rae @The Back Lane Tavern
Oxfordshire born singer Marlia Rae is a star on the rise. With her original music being played on non-other than ITV’s Love Island, her passion for sharing feel-good music and upbeat classics is sure to get you dancing
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6:30-9:00pm - Mandolerium @The Kings Arms
Mandolirium celebrate their passion for the mandolin, guitar, bass and concertina in an exhilarating blend of moods and styles.
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7:30-9:00pm - Tom Rogers @The Crown
Tom Rogers takes influence from classic bands such as The Beatles and The Doors, as well as more modern artists like Paolo Nutini. With roots in blues, folk and reggae, Tom puts a new twist on these classic and nostalgic sounds, inspired by music from sides of the Atlantic ocean.
TBC -@Woodstock Social Club - CANCELLED
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Saturday's Bands
12pm - Family Entertainment with Jordan Bass
Jordan has been a professional family entertainer for seven years and has performed at
over 1200 events, ranging from birthday parties to weddings and festivals. Based in Warwick,
he regularly performs in Oxfordshire and is beyond excited to be at Woodstock Live!
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1pm - Lee & Cheryl Davies
Husband & wife duo Lee & Cheryl Davies perform harmony led acoustic Americana/alt-Country/folk favourites from over the years.
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2pm - Duotone
Duotone is the alias for Cellist / Composer Barney Morse-Brown. An acclaimed musician known for his masterful use of live looping and effects. A master of melancholic arrangements, he has an uncanny ability of inviting listeners into his very own contemplative and introspective realm.
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3pm - Emma Hunter
Singer-songwriter, 1950s-inspired guitarist, and loop-maker Emma Hunter, together with the trip-hop-inspired percussionist Tom Bruce, create complexly evocative soundscapes, filled with dramatic lynchian atmosphere.
4pm - Spiralites
Rocksteady, ska and reggae standards and originals performed by a bunch of itchy mammals with a penchant for The Beatles. Bring your Doc Martens and get ready to stomp!
5pm - Danny Mellin
Rich in sound and energy, Danny Mellin from West Oxfordshire has always wanted to make rock and roll for the not-so-serious. Danny has been playing to sold out audiences across the UK and touring Europe promoting his new critically acclaimed EP "Where Did The Time Go?"
6pm - The Bontemps
Funkify your life with The Bontemps who will be playing covers cooked with full-fat soul and a funky gravy!
7pm - Killer Kowalski
Oxford's rising post-punk stars, Killer Kowalski have all the attitude of the Sex Pistols and The Buzzcocks with a slick 21st century re-style! Expect jagged guitar riffs and snarling lead vocals with a political twist!
8pm - Brooke Law
In 2023, Brooke Law dazzled crowds with her irresistible stage presence at The O2 Arena and has been touring the UK with her band playing her own brand of americana-inspired rock and roll! A great young talent on rise!
9pm - The Oxford Beatles
Known for their accurate recreation of the Beatles' sound and their riotously energetic party performances, The Oxford Beatles have been entertaining the folks of Oxford and elsewhere since 2014, from busking on Cornmarket to shows in the Sheldonian Theatre and the Cavern Club in Liverpool.
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Sunday's Bands
12pm - Family Entertainment with Jordan Bass
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1pm - Mandolerium
Mandolirium celebrate their passion for the mandolin, guitar, bass and concertina in an exhilarating blend of moods and styles.
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2pm - Autumn Leaves
The Autumn Leaves are a local band led by The Woodstock Acoustic Club's very own, Andy Mitchell. They play original songs that tell the stories of people and places.
3pm - The Machine Breakers
Critically acclaimed and award nominated, the Machine Breakers hail from Oxfordshire. Their songwriting has won plaudits from many, including the Kinks’ Ray Davies and Steve Winwood. Mike Harding from Radio 2 described the band as “summing up modern Britain…”
4pm - The Steph Pirrie Jazz Quartet
The Steph Pirrie Jazz Quartet explores tight grooves and beautiful melodies, presenting memorable performances of classic jazz songs, original compositions, and jazz-infused pop tunes. Expect lovely harmonies and a fresh take on familiar songs, along with join-in moments that invite everyone to be part of the music.
5pm - The Ponderosa
Local legaendary folk group and Woodstock Live favourites, The Ponderosa, features guitars, mandolin and fiddle to perform an eclectic and heartfelt mix of the obscure and the unfashionable.
6pm - Salsazon
Drawing inspiration from legends like Buena Vista Social Club, Willie Colon, Oscar D'leon, and Shakira, Salsazon infuses each performance with infectious energy and authentic Latin vibes that transport audiences to the streets of Havana, the clubs of Cali, and beyond.
7pm - The Shakes
The Shakes are a soul blues and funk collective. With soul-shaking rhythms and a set list ranging from Stevie wonder to Stevie nicks, they're sure to get you grooving through the streets.
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8pm - Counterfeit Hit
Established Oxfordshire 4 piece function band, Counterfeit Hit, bang out rock & pop floor fillers for your entertainment. Expect dancing, shaking, jiving, jumping and possibly even… a bit of head banging!
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9pm - The Village Idiots
All bad members hailing from Stonesfield, the Village Idiots have been energising peoples dancing muscles for 15 years, playing bangers from the 70’s to now in the local area and even abroad.
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