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Tonight was an amazing line up at Madding Crowd, with a mix of different genres it was definitely one to remember. You can keep up to date with all the Musician Monday shannigans on our sparkly new Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Madding-Crowd-Musicians-Meet-307540369831499/?modal=admin_todo_tour

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Here’s some footage of Matt Black Piano Man at Madding Crowd on Monday. We love it when he plays this tune and hope you do to. Just click on the picture above and away you go! Thanks to Andy Starmore for the video footage.

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Today saw Matt supporting good friend Jason Lloyd Beavis at his new open mic at The Paddocks in Blandford. This takes place once a month between 2 and 6pm on a Sunday. Matt had a great time and he is pictured above with Matt Griffiths. For more info on this open mic please find Jason Lloyd Beavis on Facebook.

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The locals of Ringwood were suitably wowed today as Matt arrived on a float in the procession dressed as his alter ego ‘Smelton John’. He then entertained a private birthday party that evening, luckily they were all dressed up as well. A good time was had by all.

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Madding Crowds Musicians Monday on the 10th September saw some brilliant acts, 2 from other parts of Dorset, 1 from close to London as well as our locals. Click on the photo above to watch an amazing version of The Doors by the very talented Russell Starmore. Thanks to Andy Starmore for the video links.

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On Wednesday the 29th August we organised an event to promote a single written for our very good friend Samantha who is currently Miss Poole and a finalist for Miss England. She wanted a song that inspired others and Si Genaro delivered with the fantastic ‘Follow Your Dreams’, recorded and produced at Hangover Hill. We have included the link above in the picture so you can enjoy the live version of this single from the launch night. Special thanks go to Paul Thompson of Oak Photography for the video footage.

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Monday saw another brilliant night at Matt’s Madding Crowd showcase. The amount of talented musicians in the Bournemouth area is amazing. The night ended with a jam of ‘Sweet Home Alabama’ featuring Barefoot Soul, Si Genaro, Molly Poole, Russell Starmore, Cerys Anderson and Rosie. We’ve included the video recording of it above so be sure to check it out by clicking on the picture. Thanks to Andy Starmore Photography for the stunning photo.

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On the Wednesday 8th August we were lucky enough to attend the Boardmasters surfing competition at Fistral Beach and Watergate Bay in Cornwall. The reason for our visit? Rujeiro Calo who has been recording at Hangover Hill with Matt for the last few years was opening the main festival with an acoustic beach vibes reggae set. Thursday saw him open the beach day sessions to a packed audience. We are very proud of him and roll on next year!

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This Saturday 800 people supported the amazing ‘Bournemouth Rocks’ charity event, where Matt teamed up with the amazing Steve Gonzales to do a little bit of dueling pianos. These two don’t get the chance to work together very often due to their busy schedules, but boy do we know it when they do!

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Monday 16th July saw a relaunch of ‘An Evening With’ at the brand spanking new venue The Madding Crowd in Bournemouth town centre. This one was hosted by Matt as he introduced some of Bournemouth’s amazing musical talent: Dan Desmond, Sarah Harris and Tim, Mike Dowdall and Basement Duo. Featured in the photos above are Rujeiro Calo who was joined on his Bob Marley number by Si Genaro and Cerys Anderson and Rosie who performed a stunning original song which Matt will soon be recording. This is an amazing new venue so check out their website for details of whats coming up https://www.maddingcrowd.club/

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Sunday 15th July saw another successful charity event in New Milton run by the lovely Sue Darcy. Sue and her team have worked hard to put on a great event and raise money for Cancer Research UK. This year they raised nearly £1800 and there was also a surprise guest to accompany Matt and Sue in a rendition of ‘Don’t Go Breaking My Heart’. Good old Mr Blobby….he was slightly clumsy!

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It was Helena Mace’s turn tonight to host the new night at The Hallmark Hotel. This is a great night that you should try to get to if you have the chance. Different acts every week but everyone of them brilliant.

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A great evening this evening at The Barrington Theatre in Ferndown where we wished Steve Lugg – the new Mayor of Ferndown well. Congratulations to Steve and thanks also to Cathy last years Mayor, who did a fantastic job.

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A stunning evening of entertainment to remember good friend and author Alan Dorey. A great turnout for someone who is fondly remembered and missed by many.

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This weekend Matt finished off an exceptional Teddy Rock’s line up on the acoustic stage run by Matt Griffiths. Hats off to everyone involved, artists and performers this was a stunning weekend of rock raising money for Children’s Cancer.

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Tonight was the launch of 27 Days’ debut album ‘Live Fast, Die Young’ at Mr Kyps in Poole. With support from Matt and Wave Chase it was a corker of a night. They even gave Matt a glam makeover specially for the occasion!

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Tonight Matt attended the Farewell Dinner for Samantha who has done an amazing amount of charity work during her time as Miss Dorset 2017, we wish her the best of luck for the future.

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Matt interviews Stuart Epps at the 7th CMI Music Conference. Stuart has worked with Elton John, Oasis and Robbie Williams and many other artists during his career. Other guests today were from companies covering artist development, songwriters, music law and unsigned artists. Tickets were sold out and if you didn’t make it this year I highly recommend you do next year.

 

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Matt Black, Matt Griffiths, Tom Leary and Si Genaro all joined Helena at the Barrington Theatre in Ferndown, to make this a night to remember.

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A great performance from Grace at the Talent Showcase Extra, The Overcliff.

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Matt taking control of the sound desk at The Talent Showcase at Absolute Music.

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Entertaining the crowd at this great venue, Sadler’s Ale and Smokehaus in Southampton. It was a new one for Matt and he really enjoyed this gig.

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            The Forest Inn, Ferndown.                                               

 

 

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                                                    The Swan, Sturminster Newton.

 

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“Have to say that we have been lucky enough to have had Matt Black entertain us at our Christmas parties the last 2 years! He is a very talented man and you’re guaranteed a fantastic night”. Gemma

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          Matt Black’s 50th Birthday Bash at Mr Kyps, with Chris Payn and 27 Days.

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                                                      Rujiero’s album launch 

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                            New Forest Folk Festival. Photo by Anthony D’Angio