CANDY OPERA PERFORMING THIS SATURDAY NIGHT
21 Sep 23
by Charlie McAdam
Were delighted to welcome the incredible Candy Opera to The Vault this Saturday Night! When Candy Opera first appeared on the kaleidoscopic early 1980s Liverpool music scene, they changed that world forever. With support from the immensely talented Nathon Jones. ONLY £7.00 ENTRY! FULLY STOCKED BAR!
Candy Opera
'Candy Opera' were formed in 1982 on the notorious Phythian Estate, Kensington, Liverpool. The band was heavily influenced by 'Love's ' seminal 'Forever Changes' album, 'The Beach Boys', 'Aztec Camera' and local neighbours, 'The Pale Fountains'.
They played their first gig later that year but despite several high-profile live gigs with 'The Pogues', 'The Go-Betweens' and 'The Redskins', an appearance on Granada TV's Exchange Flags – plus reviews in NME, Sounds and Jamming magazines, the original quartet went their separate ways in 1985.
Paul Malone continued the band under the management of Neil Mather and had several high-profile support slots and interest from a number of major labels, amongst them EMI and Go! Discs. However, when no deal materialised and mainstream success remained elusive, the band ceased to exist in 1993. That was until 'Candy Opera' were rediscovered online in 2017 by Uwe Weigmann, lable Berlin-based Firestation label, purveyors of indie obscurities.
With support from Nathon Jones a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Nathon Jones is also the founder of Newton Stewart & Minnigaff Traditional Music & Dance Festival and the brains behind The Vault Arts Centre so, as you’ve probably gathered, he’s passionate about music and live performance. His influences range from traditional Irish & Scottish folk music through to bluegrass/Americana, and everything in between. This is a perfomance not to be missed!
We also have a fully stocked bar in house with all the local favourites. There is the best in local Beer/Ales, Rums, Gins, Whiskeys and Cider! Come along for a night of incredible music, banter and great drink!
Further Information
Candy Opera gig rescheduled
Due to circumstances beyond our control, we have had to reschedule the Candy Opera gig, due to take place this Saturday 21st September, to a later date - most likely April 2025. We'd like to thank Candy Opera for being so accommodating, at this tricky time, and very much look forward to next year!
18 Sep 24
Nathon Jones
July Open Mic Night Cancelled
Due to staffing issues, we regret to announce that the Open Mic night scheduled for Friday 19th July has had to be cancelled.
19 Jul 24
Nathon Jones
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