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So, let's have a bit of a catch up from Cranberry Land. The guys and gal of cranberry have been a tad busy over the last few months. Very pleased to say, that the Cd is selling really well and has been played on local radio and playing at various vintage cafes and shops in the Midlands. We have just finished a sell out concert at the Ashby Venture Theatre, which was more akin to the O2 arena, judging by the reaction of the enthusiastic audience, ranging from people in their early 20s to a very youthful 91? Next project, a video shoot, to accompany the CD. (watch this space) From the Directors chair to a wonderful bistro called The House of Darwin. This is a fantastic restaurant /pub with outstanding decor, top chefs and magical ambience, on Nov 30th you can come and enjoy our music for free. From there we move into the land of the Hood.. Down town Nottingham Lace Market on 21st Dec and a brand new venue called Billy Bootleggers... And unusually, an afternoon gig. Then the big one. The only one that Santa takes a detour to visit and say hello. Dec 23rd at the Duchess theatre. Music and Mince pies in abundance. All details can be found on our Web site or Face Tube. We look forward to seeing you all and invite you to experience a truly memorable show. 

Light the blues touch paper

Only one day to go.....months of hard work....instruments being polished. Snares being tightened. G strings finely tuned..Dresses and make up and hair being curled (and that's just our trumpet player!!) Radio programs doing interviews. Flyers being dropped off at all 4 corners of Alvaston. Yes folks. 8 at 8 with 7 of the finest musicians in middle England will be at the Royal Oak Ockbrook ( Saturday 8th June) and in the finest traditions of Thunderbirds...it 5..4.. 3.. 2...1...Cranberry Flick is Gooooooo. Album launch is FAB. 15 tracks of pure entertainment.. a distinctive artwork cover...which will be a collector's item in the future. All this for only £5. Live music , great ale, bar snacks and a CD. We all look forward to greeting you at the best little public house in town. Guaranteed you will go home feeling happy ( or any other of the 7 dwarves)

Moving Along

I know we have been very quiet in cranberrians land for a few weeks. But we have been working so hard , producing our new album. To say we are excited , is an understatement. Personally , I haven't been so excited since the mother in law told me ,that she would jump up and down on my grave when I'm gone. Which is brilliant as I am being buried at sea !!
The cd has now been mastered. The artwork and album sleeve has been designed and we are ready to go to print. We are also in the process of organising a launch gig , where the entrance fee includes a copy of the CD aptly titled ' As long as I'm moving' Special mention to Terry of Major Oaks Recordings for his patience and professionalism throughout this project. Also to our lovely vocalist Angie who has spent hours designing the artwork for sleeve and burning the midnight oil, to get it completed . It really is something to be proud of and I know you will enjoy it.  Watch this space for launch dates .

Tulips from Hamster Jam.

A hearty spring welcome to all our cranberian fans out there. Boy ,have we been busy ( girl, have we been busy...just in case) After a sell out Xmas concert at the duchess theatre , we have already booked the room for this Christmas's extravaganza. It was a truly magical evening, with mince pies, sing a long and a suprise visit from the big man himself...no not Donald Trump...Santa !!! After a very short break, we went straight into the recording studios to work on our new album. Three weekends of microphones shoved up our instrument ends ( ooooh matron) and nowhere to hide from split notes or missed repeats. Very exhausting , but I guarantee, very exciting CD on its way to you. Last night we played for the Long Eaton rotary club. We got on stage slightly later than anticipated, but still managed to play our full repertoire as planned. Once the weather warms, we will be scheduling more free outside concerts outside Fugue music.....right next door to a fantastic micro pub. .with the most friendliest landlord I know ( worth it for a free drink ...;-)) We will be gigging throughout the year as Brexit will not affect Ted's wallet , so all is good. Keep your eye on Facebook and our website site for all the gossip.