A Different Thread

Join A Different Thread for an intimate evening of original music at The Marrs Bar. Doors 7:30 Music 8pm A Different Thread “One road is ending, another road begins, come on let’s do it over again” - A Different Thread Some things are just meant to be. Alicia Best (US) and Robert Jackson (UK) met while busking on the cobbled streets of Ireland and discovered both a musical and personal harmony that was serendipitous. In the decade since forming A Different Thread, Best and Jackson have taken their act on the road, touring over a dozen countries, supporting artists such as Milk Carton Kids and Jody Stephens (Big Star), and garnering critical praise from the likes of Folk Radio UK, which hailed the duo as “warm, deep songwriters that have drank from the well of 20th century tradition.” Their sound is transcontinental, blending Jackson's British folk rock background with Best's North Carolina-bred alt-country melodies. Informed by their life experiences (navigating visas, vanlife, love across oceans) and liberal commentary on both environmental and social justice topics. While inspired by artists like Gillian Welch, The Avett Brothers, and John Prine, A Different Thread maintain a distinct sound that is all their own. Nastee Chapel: Nastee Chapel spin epic lyrical tales through a compelling performance of clog dancing, flute playing, cajon stomping, guitar shredding, and haunting harmonies. The duo comprised of Steve van Neikerk (Pretoria, South Africa) and NatalieGrace Kelsey (Worcester UK) are based in Cheshire and their music blend tradition and progression, fusing genres and influences to create a musical melting pot you’ve never heard before. Virtuoso musicianship meets crowd-pleasing tunes and storytelling. Expect an old time feel that is timeless in its delivery and heart-grabbing in its relevance today.