A fundraiser is being held to raise money for the town’s radio station, Frome FM, and to show support for the station’s contributions to independent musicians and the community.
The event will see performances by local artists such as runner-up of The Climates Songwriting Competition 2023, Judas Goat & the Bellwether, who will be celebrating the launch of their second single, Ghosts in the Sand, at the event.
Organisers say, “Judas Goat & the Bellwether are a new band on the circuit, formed by Frome-based singer/songwriter Sara Vian and Pete Vincent, a multi-instrumentalist from Yeovil described as ‘Indie-Rock alchemy, transforming leaden woes into sonic gold with melancholic riffs, moody basslines and powerful, nuanced vocals’; now fully backed by Scrivo on bass (Trowbridge), Strefan on drums (Bath) and Sash on lead guitar/shrewti (Westbury).
“Their first single, ‘There is Always a Dawn’ came runner-up in The Climates Songwriting Competition 2023 and received rave reviews. They are now set to release their second single Ghosts in the Sand at the beginning of November.
“Also appearing on the night will be emerging superstar, Jacob Harley, who used to front Swindon hit band, Concord Drive. Jacob has been working with Swindon producer, Jon Buckett and recently opened for The Afro Celt Sound System at The Exeter Phoenix Theatre.
“There will also be a performance by Long Sun, a psychedelic indie rock mutation of Somerset-based acoustic troubadours, Spidreen, instigated when guitarist, Pete Vincent and bassist “Charlie” Drake decided to swap roles, now culminating in a soaring twin guitar attack intertwined with an understated yet powerful rhythm section, crowned with John Stafford’s bold vocals.
“Filling in between bands will be DJ Jennifer Grooves from Frome FM, celebrating the Sound of Disco from around the globe. Jennifer’s show is on from 8pm to 9pm on the third Friday of the month and is a joyful exploration of rare grooves.”
The event is due to be held on Saturday 2nd November at 23 Bath Street from 7.30pm. Tickets for the event cost £5 or are free for anyone wearing a Frome FM t-shirt.
Find out more at www.frome.fm
Pictured: Judas Goat & the Bellwether
