Music

ADAM SWEET & JOANNA COOKE

Sunday 10 November 2024

Adam Sweet’s rootsy rock and Joanna Cooke’s bluesy soul promise an electrifying night of music. Both are well-known on the West Country music scene, but are now achieving national recognition for their song-writing, recordings and live performances. Originally honing their skills as solo artists, they appear here with full bands. They make a welcome return to their home town of Lyme Regis for a double bill worth waiting for.

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Bar opens 6:30 P.M.
Starts 7:30 P.M.
Early Bird £15.00
Advance £19.00
Under 18s £9.00
On the door £23.00

10% off for members

Unreserved Seating

Book online at any time, at the Lyme Regis Bookshop and Bridport Tourist Information Centre during normal opening hours, the Marine on Monday and Friday mornings 10 – 1, and over the phone on 01308 424901. The displayed price includes a £1 restoration levy.

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Adam Sweet’s rootsy rock and Joanna Cooke’s bluesy soul promise an electrifying night of music. Both are well-known on the West Country music scene, but are now achieving national recognition for their song-writing, recordings and live performances. Originally honing their skills as solo artists, they appear here with full bands. They make a welcome return to their home town of Lyme Regis for a double bill worth waiting for.

Adam Sweet

“Loud-and-proud blues-rock”

– RnR Magazine

Adam Sweet’s brooding blues and rootsy rock have garnered him a large loyal following. Evocative songwriting and piercing guitar licks channels British blues and 60s/70s rock. He’s equally at home as a solo performer, session player, or with his band. Watch as he transitions from introspective blues to high-energy blues rocker!

He’s no slouch when it comes to recording. His solo releases include Small Town Thinking, Take Your Time and Sink or Swim. And recently, Live at Crescent Records, featuring his full band.
With his new band, he’s a guitar-sliding force, captivating audiences wherever he plays. He’s a young bluesman with an old soul now gaining the national recognition he deserves.

Line-up:
Adam Sweet – vocals & guitar
Paddy Blight – bass
Tom Hughes – Hammond organ
Gary Kroll – drums

Joanna Cooke

“Rising star soul/jazz singer with a blues heart” 

– Jazzwise

Motown legend Martha Reeves referred to Joanna Cooke, as “that baby girl singing the blues”. She crosses musical, boundaries to blend blues, soul and jazz.

She’s played prestigious UK venues like the Jazz Cafe in London. And supported Tom Jones, Rag’n’Bone Man, Martha Reeves, Paloma Faith, Jess Glynne, Matt Johnson and Mamas Gun.

Her recent EP, “Kaleidoscope,” produced by Mark Edwards, reached the UK Soul Music Charts Top 30. Joanna’s fearless approach has also brought success in the international dance music scene. In 2023, her collaboration with Maur was “hottest track of the week” on BBC Radio 1’s Dance Anthems. And her latest single “All for You” featured on Radio 1 and Spotify playlists.

Joanna is now focused on developing her band. We’re thrilled to welcome her and her new band back to her hometown of Lyme Regis. She will dazzle all with her dynamic stage presence and incredible talent.

Line-up:
Joanna Cooke  – vocals
Nathan Austin – guitar
Martin Jenkins  – keys/bass
Jem Fatna  – drums