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28 Jun 2023

Guitarist & songwriting legend Richard Thompson will stop at Alexandra Palace Theatre this June for a special show as part of his new UK Tour.

An iconic figure in British folk-rock, Richard Thompson is arguably the genre’s greatest triple thread: a dazzling guitarist, an outstanding songwriter, and a strong and evocative vocalist. Powered by jawdropping guitar playing, and indefinable spirit, this venerable icon holds a coveted spot on Rolling Stone’s “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time” and counts a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Americana Music Association in Nashville, and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the BBC Awards among his many accolades. 2011 saw Thompson garner an OBE (Order of the British Empire) personally bestowed upon him by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace. Moreover, Time touted his anthem, 1952 Vincent Black Lightning , on its “100 Greatest Songs Since 1923” list.

Thompson’s influence can’t be overstated. Everybody from Robert Plant, Don Henley, and Elvis Costello to REM, Sleater-Kinney and David Byrne has covered his music.

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• I Misunderstood Play Video
• If I Could Live My Life Again Play Video
• Genesis Hall ( Fairport Convention  song) Play Video
• Johnny's Far Away Play Video
• Beeswing Play Video
• Valerie Play Video
• 1952 Vincent Black Lightning Play Video
• Wall of Death ( Richard & Linda Thompson  song) Play Video
• Singapore Sadie Play Video
• Word Unspoken, Sight Unseen Play Video
• The Rattle Within Play Video
• Keep Your Distance Play Video
• I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight ( Richard & Linda Thompson  song) Play Video

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• 1952 Vincent Black Lightning
• I Misunderstood
• Keep Your Distance
• Genesis Hall by Fairport Convention
• I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight by Richard & Linda Thompson
• Wall of Death by Richard & Linda Thompson
• The Rattle Within
• If I Could Live My Life Again
• Johnny's Far Away
• Word Unspoken, Sight Unseen
• Singapore Sadie

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Richard Thompson is a world-renowned singer, songwriter and guitarist, best known for his work in the folk rock group Fairport Convention . Rolling Stone named him as one of the ‘Top 20 Guitarists of All Time’ and he has received lifetime achievement awards for songwriting on both sides of the Atlantic. He is the recipient of an Ivor Novello Award and was awarded an OBE in 2011. He continues to write and record new material and frequently performs live at venues throughout the world.

Guitarist and songwriter Richard Thompson came of age during an extraordinary moment in British culture: it was 1967 and popular music was reflecting a great cultural awakening. In the midst of this, eighteen-year-old Thompson co-founded legendary folk rock group Fairport Convention and helped invent a new genre of music.

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Thompson packed more than a lifetime of experiences into his late teens and twenties. From the pivotal years of 1967 to 1975, he matured into a major musician, survived a devasting car crash and departed Fairport Convention for a duo act with his wife, Linda, at the height of the band’s popularity. His discovery of Sufism profoundly reshaped his approach to everything in his life and, of course, the music he wrote thereafter. In Beeswing, Thompson goes back to his childhood, recreates the spirit of the sixties and takes us inside life on the road in the UK and the US, crossing paths – and occasionally sharing the stage – with the likes of Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Nick Drake, Jimi Hendrix and others.

An intimate memoir of musical discovery, personal history and social revelation, Beeswing vividly captures the life of one of Britain’s most significant artists during a heady period of creative intensity, in a world on the cusp of change.

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Richard’s book, Beeswing: Fairport, Folk Rock and Finding My Voice, 1967–75,  is also available to pre-order with your tickets for £19 inc P+P – book released Thursday 15 April 2021.

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Richard Thompson has announced a UK tour for May and June.

The Grammy nominated and Ivor Novello Award-winning folk guitarist and songwriter will be joined by his backing band for the trek, which is billed as the  Ship To Shore Tour .

Stops include Cambridge, Bristol, York, Glasgow, Gateshead, Manchester, Stoke, Birmingham, Cardiff, Portsmouth, Brighton and London, where he'll play the Royal Albert Hall. Tickets for all dates go on general sale at 10am on Friday (January 26).

The tour shares its name with Thompson's new album, which is expected in May. It will head to the US earlier in the spring, but will see him perform solo, not with a band.

His most recent studio full-length release, '13 Rivers', arrived in 2018, though since then he's put out a number of live records and soundtrack albums.

Richard Thompson Upcoming Tour Dates are as follows

Sat May 25 2024 - CAMBRIDGE Corn exchange Sun May 26 2024 - BRISTOL Bristol Beacon Mon May 27 2024 - YORK York Barbican Wed May 29 2024 - GLASGOW Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Thu May 30 2024 - GATESHEAD Glasshouse International Centre for Music Fri May 31 2024 - MANCHESTER Hall, Aviva Studios Sat June 01 2024 - STOKE Victoria Hall Mon June 03 2024 - BIRMINGHAM Symphony Hall Tue June 04 2024 - CARDIFF New Theatre Wed June 05 2024 - PORTSMOUTH Guildhall Thu June 06 2024 - BRIGHTON Brighton Dome Concert Hall Sat June 08 2024 - LONDON Royal Albert Hall

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In 2017, Ivor Novello Award-winning and GRAMMY® Award-nominated legend Richard Thompson gave himself up to the music itself. Picking up a guitar, emotions echoed through his deft fleet-fingered fretwork, poetic songwriting, impassioned picking. Those transmissions comprise his nineteenth solo album, 13 Rivers.

Powered by evocative songcraft, jaw-dropping guitar playing, and indefinable spirit, this venerable icon holds a coveted spot on Rolling Stone’s “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time” and counts a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Americana Music Association in Nashville, and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the BBC Awards among his many accolades. 2011 saw Thompson garner an OBE (Order of the British Empire) personally bestowed upon him by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace. Moreover, Time touted his anthem, “1952 Vincent Black Lightning,” on its “100 Greatest Songs Since 1923” list.

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Ahoy there! Richard Thompson’s new album “Ship to Shore” and tour announced

The legendary Richard Thompson will return with “ Ship To Shore” on May 31, 2024 via New West Records. The 12-song set was produced by Thompson and recorded in Woodstock, NY. It follows his 2018 studio album “ 13 Rivers” and his 2021 memoir “ Beeswing: Losing My Way and Finding My Voice 1967-1975″ , a great read! In crafting the album, Thompson retreated to Woodstock, New York, where he was joined by his longtime band — guitarist Bobby Eichorn, bassist Taras Prodaniuk, and drummer Michael Jerome — along with harmony vocalist Zara Phillips, fiddle player David Mansfield, and engineer Chris Bittner. The team apparently worked quickly — roughly a week to track, vocals included.

The album will be available across digital platforms, compact disc, and standard black vinyl. A limited “Deep Blue” colour vinyl edition of 500 with a bonus orange flexi disc featuring a demo of the song “Trust” will be available via Rough Trade. An autographed compact disc edition and a limited Orange & Yellow Marble colour vinyl edition featuring a 5×7 archival print autographed by Richard Thompson will be available via Independent Retailers and is available for pre-order NOW via New West

Richard Thompson “Ship To Shore” Track List: 

• The Fear Never Leaves You
• Singapore Sadie
• The Day That I Give In
• The Old Pack Mule
• Turnstile Casanova
• Lost In The Crowd
• Life’s A Bloody Show
• What’s Left To Lose

Richard Thompson On Tour (Full Band Shows) 2024:

25/05/24 – Cambridge – Corn Exchange 26/05/24 – Bristol – Beacon 27/05/24 – York – Barbican 29/05/24 – Glasgow – Royal Concert Hall 30/05/24 – Gateshead – Glasshouse 31/05/24 – Manchester – Aviva Studios at Manchester Factory International 01/06/24 – Stoke-on-Trent – Victoria Hall 03/06/24 – Birmingham – Symphony Hall 04/06/24 – Cardiff – New Theatre 05/06/24 – Portsmouth – Guildhall 06/06/24 – Brighton and Hove – Dome Concert Hall 08/06/24 – London – Royal Albert Hall

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Featuring richard thompson, show of hands & broom bezzums, 9 - 16 june 2023, what's included, accommodation, art classes.

Enjoy an unforgettable music filled seven night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam with two of the most phenomenal acts in folk music - Richard Thompson and Show Of Hands.

Richard Thompson is a world-renowned singer, songwriter and guitarist, best known for his work in the folk rockgroup Fairport Convention. Rolling Stone named him as one of the ‘Top 100 Guitarists of All Time’ and he has received lifetime achievement awards for songwriting on both sides of the Atlantic.

Show of Hands have unequivocally become one of the leading forces in British folk. Steve Knightley and Phil Beer are respectively recognised as one of the UK’s best singer songwriters and one of its finest multi instrumentalists.

Multi award-winning folk duo Broom Bezzums will also be joining us onboard and as always will deliver performances you won’t forget. In their songs and anecdotes, the pair draw on their unconventional biographies and match the quality of their songwriting with skilful musicianship and spine-tingling vocals.

But its not just about the music; a Rhine River Cruise on board The MS Amadeus Queen, one of the award-winning silver ships of the Amadeus Fleet, offers so much more.

Marvel at romantic castles perched upon mountains and impressive cliffs that rise to meet the sky, combined with cosmopolitan cities and quaint winegrowing villages, all in one journey. Enjoy the picturesque landscapes along the Rhine, as you allow yourself to relax and drift through the centuries of history.

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On this magical Rhine river cruise, you will explore the one of the most attractive rivers in Europe aboard your luxurious floating boutique hotel. With only 150 guests on board, this is a very unique and exclusive opportunity for fans to enjoy the songs and music of Show of Hands and Richard Thompson.

We are delighted to welcome Paul Clark and Margot Lofts onto this Rhine cruise to take Watercolour Art Classes.

Paul Clark is a published author, professional artist, and a world renowned YouTuber with a following of 140,000+ subscribers, who has been teaching watercolour painting and drawing techniques to adult learners of all levels for over 40 years.

Margot Lofts, a watercolourist in her own right, works alongside Paul to take extra classes to provide a varied programme.

• Large, outside river-view staterooms, most with French balconies or walk-out balconies
• Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every lunch and dinner onboard
• Gourmet dining onboard 
• Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner
• Services of your onboard Harmony Voyages Tour Manager and an experienced English-speaking Cruise Director
• 24 hour coffee station​
• Concerts in the lounge after dinner. Both Richard Thompson and Show of Hands will perform two evening concerts and Broom Bezzums one evening concert
• Bottled water in every stateroom 
• In-stateroom infotainment center
• Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard
• Complimentary use of onboard bicycles
• Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets for optional excursions
• All local taxes & port charges
• Limited spaces for the art classes with an additional cost of £160pp. Please see Art Class Programme below

09 June Day 1 BASEL

Our journey begins in Basel, the third-largest city in Switzerland. After embarking explore the ship, meet your fellow sailors and enjoy a drink in the Panorama bar after a delicious dinner. Depart Basel – 17:00 Please ensure your flight is scheduled to arrive by 14:00 at the latest to allow for any prearranged transfer time.

10 June Day 2 STRASBOURG

Leaving Switzerland behind we follow the Rhine into the Alsace region in the south of France. During breakfast, arriving in Strasbourg – a city known not only for its romantic old town, but also for the numerous important European institutions housed there. Here you have the option to explore the city independently, or as part of an organised tour. A detour to the countryside is highly recommended, particularly along the famous wine route, where the quaint wine-growing villages will delight wine-lovers. Arrive Strasbourg – 09:00 Depart 23:00

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Strasbourg with Canal Boat Tour

Enjoy a tour of discovery through the beautiful city of Strasbourg. After a short coach trip through the city, the tour continues with a walk through the lovely, historic old part of the town and includes a visit to the famous cathedral Straßburger Münster (not possible on Sundays and public holidays). During a boat cruise on the river, discover the famous quarter, “Petite France”. This former mill and tanner district still preserves its medieval charm. Some of the beautiful, half-timbered houses on the banks of the river Ill are up to 500 years old. You will enjoy Strasbourg’s half-timbered houses, the Ponts Couverts, the Palais de Rohan, the Council of Europe.

11 June Day 3 SPEYER - MANNHEIM

Before breakfast, arrive in the Rhineland-Palatinate town of Speyer, which played an important role in the Holy Roman Empire during the Middle Ages. We remain here until lunchtime, offering time to explore this historic destination. Continuing for roughly 25 kilometres towards Mannheim, which is our next stop along the picturesque Rhine for the remainder of the day. This young city is best explored with an extended walk, or alternatively you can take a trip to the nearby city of Heidelberg, which boasts a beautiful Baroque old town. Arrive Speyer - 07:00 Depart midday Arrive Mannheim – 14:00 Depart Mannheim midnight

Heidelberg with visit to the castle

A comfortable coach will take you to Heidelberg, the world-famous University City on the Neckar River. The town is one of the few German cities with a widely preserved baroque Old Town. Heidelberg was discovered quite early by romantics to use for diverse literature, songs and paintings. The tour through Heidelberg begins with a visit to the castle. The formerly splendid residence made of red sandstone is now a ruin, maybe the most beautiful ruin in all of Germany. The castle tour leads also into the castle garden. From the Grand Terrace enjoy a wonderful view of the city and the Neckar River. The tour continues with a stroll through the enchanting old town, to the Karl-Theodor Bridge, the late-gothic Church of the Holy Spirit and the town hall.

Duration: approx. 4.5 hours

Walking grade: LEVEL 3: The excursion by bus is followed by a longer walk. You may need to climb several stairs.

Speyer walking tour with visit to the Imperial Dome  

Speyer, the time-honoured imperial city on the Rhine, looks back on a rich and eventful past. Historic testimonies of ecclesiastical architecture, impressive facades of different building epochs, winding alleys and romantic squares characterize the face of the city today. During the city tour, enjoy a short guided visit to the Romanesque Imperial cathedral with its striking twin-towered portal and visit the beautiful baroque Church of the Holy Spirit. Pass by the Old Gate of Speyer and visit the medieval Judenhof, one of the most important Jewish medieval sites in Germany. View the remains of the Jewish courtyard, which was the central area of the Jewish quarter and consisted of the synagogues, and a ritual bath (Mikveh).

Duration: approx. 2.5 hours

Walking grade: LEVEL 4: Moderate walking tour. You may need to climb some stairs.

12 June Day 4 MANNHEIM - RUDESHEIM - KOBLENZ

Two charming stops await you today. In the morning, arrive in Rüdesheim, a town well known for its winemaking, especially Riesling wines. Nearby, Siegried's Mechanical Music Cabinet with its historic automated musical instruments is a delight. Departing at lunchtime, we cruise to the most beautiful section of the river – the legendary Upper Middle Rhine Valley. The view from the sun deck, of the myth-enshrouded Lorelei, is sure to be a highlight of your cruise. Arriving in Koblenz, one of Germany’s oldest and most beautiful towns late afternoon, where you can end the day with a leisurely stroll through the city. Arrive Rudesheim – 07:00 Depart - 14:00 Arrive Koblenz – 17:30 Stay overnight in Koblenz

Rüdesheim walking tour including music cabinet museum  

The unique Winzerexpress train takes you from the dock of the ship to the “Siegfried Mechanical Music Cabinet” for a musical adventure with historical self-playing instruments. Thereafter, a guided tour leads you through the picturesque town. Explore the heart of the old town of Rüdesheim – the Drosselgasse – where wine houses and garden taverns invite you to linger. Immerse yourself in the history of the city and visit the Eagle Tower, a part of the city wall, and the fortifications from the 15th century. 

Duration: approx. 2 hrs / Walking Grade: 4  

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Koblenz walking tour £21 Rüdesheim with Music Cabinet Museum £29 Heidelberg Castle and Christmas market £56 Speyer walking tour with Christmas market £25 Wintry Alsace and Obernai £68 Strasbourg with visit to Christmas market £66

13 June Day 5 KOBLENZ - COLOGNE

Enjoy a full day in Koblenz. Join one of the optional excursions or explore one of Germany's oldest and most beautiful city's at your own pace.Vineyards, forests and four mountain ranges form the unique backdrop to this 2,000-year-old city. After dinner on board our journey continues to Cologne. Depart Koblenz – 21:00

Koblenz walking tour

Discover one of the most pedestrian-friendly and oldest towns in Germany, with over 2,000 years of history. On our guided walk through the romantic streets between the St. Castor Basilica and the Liebfrauenkirche (the Church of our Beloved Lady) you will discover the most important sights of Koblenz and the town’s landmark, the Schängel Fountain at the town hall. This tour would not be complete without a visit to the Memorial of Emperor Wilhelm at the famous German Corner where the rivers Rhine and Moselle meet. See the cable car that hovers over the Rhine, built as an attraction and ecologically friendly traffic facility for the Federal Horticultural Show in 2011. This is Germany’s first 3-rope cable car with a transport capacity of 7600 people per hour.

Duration:approx. 2 hours

Level 4: Moderate walking tour. You may need to climb some stairs.

Cochem walking tour with visit to the Reichsburg

Located along the beautiful Moselle wine valley, the harmonious triad of unique Moselle landscape, millennia-old wine culture and history makes Cochem a popular destination. Discover the town with its narrow, winding streets during a city tour. Next visit the Reichsburg castle with its imposing complex which dominates the area landscape due to its size and its location on a rugged rock high above the town. Enjoy the impressive view from the castle of the Moselle valley with its dreamy mixed forests and vineyards, as well as the old town. Inside the castle you will find a collection of Renaissance and Baroque furniture, as well as other treasures, carefully collected by the Ravené family who owned the castle until 1978, when it was turned over to the town of Cochem, for all to enjoy.

Duration: approx. 3 hours

14 June Day 6 COLOGNE

The morning is dedicated to the fascinating city of Cologne, where you can expect to find a young, vibrant metropolis with a rich cultural history and many world-famous sights, in particular the famous Cologne Cathedral. A city tour here is a must for everyone with a cultural bent. Alternatively, join to visit to the Chocolate Museum nearby. The afternoon is spent on board the ship as we depart Cologne onwards to Amsterdam. Arrive Colgne – 07:00 Depart 13:00

Cologne – historic capital of the Rhineland with Kölsch tasting

The cathedral city’s full history dates back over 2,000 years, traces of which can be seen everywhere in the Rhine region. During the walking tour, explore the area around the cathedral all the way to the old town. As you travel through the narrow, cobbled streets, and the lively squares such as the Alter Markt or the Heumarkt, you really get a feel for life in Cologne from yesterday and today. Since its completion in 1880, the Cologne Cathedral with its two 515ft high towers has been the city's landmark, as well as the most famous architectural monument and most frequently visited sight in Germany. As your excursion concludes, we invite you to enjoy a glass of typical Kölsch (beer), which is the number one beer in Cologne and large parts of the Rhineland.

15 June Day 7 AMSTERDAM

By breakfast time we arrive in the capital city of the Netherlands. Explore this vibrant city with a guided tour or spend time leisurely enjoying the elaborate canal system and narrow houses. A few of Amsterdams notable residents throughout history include, painters Rembrandt and Van Gogh and the diarist Anne Frank. Arrive Amsterdam – 08:00 Overnight Amsterdam

Amsterdam with canal trip and flower market

Duration: approx. 4 hours

Walking grade:LEVEL 3

The excursion by bus is followed by a longer walk. You may need to climb several stairs.

16 June Day 8 AMSTERDAM

After breakfast we bid you farewell and a safe onward journey Transfers to the airport will commence after breakfast. For those, leaving later in the day you will be permitted to leave your luggage onboard whilst you explore the city. Or if you are planning a day or two in Amsterdam, taxis can be arranged by the crew for you to your chosen hotel.

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The tour is in support of the Dublin singer-songwriter’s album, ‘Sonder’, due out on November 4.

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Dermot Kennedy has also announced the dates for his 2023 UK and European tour.

The Dublin singer-songwriter’s tour which will kick off on March 31 in Glasgow, before wrapping things up at The O2 in London on April 14.

Along the way Dermot will make stops in cities including Aberdeen, Manchester, Birmingham and more, as well as playing shows across Europe.

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He also recently shared his latest single , “Innocence and Sadness”: a powerful, piano-led offering that will feature on his second studio album, Sonder – due for release on November 4 . The release of the track has also been accompanied by an acoustic performance shot live from Mission Sound Studios in Brooklyn, New York.

“It’s impossible for me to express how much this song means to me,” Dermot said of the single. “I wrote this song on the piano in my parents’ house. ‘Innocence and sadness in the same night’ means I cling to my childlike sense of wonder while learning how to face all the challenges of life. All in search of steady rhythm joy. Reliable and true joy.”

The tour will support Kennedy’s aforementioned Sonder LP, which will feature the already released tracks “Kiss Me”, “Better Days” and “Dreamer”. The album follows on from his 2019 debut, Without Fear .

Since then Dermot has earned himself a BRIT Awards nomination for Male Artist of the Year in 2020 and towards the end of last year, he raised over $300,000 with charitable performances in Dublin and New York.

Pre-order Sonder .

Dermot Kennedy plays the following UK and Europe tour dates in 2023:

March 2023 31 – Glasgow, OVO Hydro

April 2023 1 – Aberdeen, P&J Live 3- Brighton, The Brighton Centre 4 – Bournemouth, Bournemouth International Centre 5 – Plymouth, Plymouth Pavilions 7 – Manchester, AO Arena 8 – Cardiff, Cardiff International Arena 11- Nottingham – Motorpoint Arena Nottingham 13 – Birmingham – Resorts World Arena 14 – London, The O2

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