TOM ROBINSON with Adam Phillips THEN & NOW

50 YEARS OF ADVENTURES IN THE RECORD INDUSTRY

1975-2025

Tom Robinson presents an evening of songs and stories from fifty years wandering the wilder shores of the Record Industry. Classic hits such as War Baby, Up Against The Wall, and 2-4-6-8 Motorway rub shoulders with a Radio 1 ban for being Glad To be Gay, rocking against racism with The Clash, writing songs with Elton John, headlining Glasto with Peter Gabriel, drug smuggling in East Germany, two nervous breakdowns and a year in tabloid hell after falling in love with a woman. Plus fan favourites from his vast back catalogue, spanning Café Society in 1975 to his acclaimed 2015 comeback album Only The Now.

TOM ROBINSON BIOG

Tom Robinson's first record release was in 1975 as one-third of Café Society: an acoustic harmony trio discovered by Ray Davies at The Troubadour folk club in London's Earls Court. The album sold just 500 copies.

After seeing an early Sex Pistols gig at The 100 Club, Tom made a rapid change of direction and formed the Tom Robinson Band with rock guitarist Danny Kustow. TRB were early supporters of Rock Against Racism and soon enjoyed Top 5 success with their debut single for EMI: 2-4-6-8 Motorway. Brief notoriety followed in early 1978 with the LGBT anthem Glad To Be Gay, and a few months later the band's first album Power In The Darkness entered the charts at No.4.

Over the last 50 years Tom's been mentored by Alexis Korner and Martin Carthy, written songs with Elton John and Peter Gabriel, toured with The Police, Red Wedge and The Undertones, and Rocked Against Racism for a crowd of 80,000 - alongside The Clash, Steel Pulse and X-Ray Spex.

He's been banned by Radio One, exiled in East Berlin, and hounded by the tabloids for being in love with a woman. More recently he's given over ten thousand artists their first national airplay on his BBC Introducing shows for 6 Music and served for ten years on the Ivor Novello Awards committee. At age 75 Tom still enjoys a reputation among his punk contemporaries - and in the world of acoustic/roots music - as both a master songsmith and a funny, ferocious live performer.

Andy Fairweather Low came to prominence as the lead singer in Amen Corner. The 60s saw them clock up hit after pop hit. Songs such as 'Bend Me Shape Me', 'Hello Suzy', '( If Paradise is ) Half As Nice' are internationally remembered to this day. But if you were paying close attention, you might have picked up a clue in their first single the magnificent ‘Gin House’ as to Andy’s future musical collaborations.

Since the early days Andy has gone on to work with Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, David Crosby, The Band, Elton John, Roger Waters, David Gilmour, The Who, BB King, Joe Cocker, Steve Winwood, Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris, Joe Satriani,, Jeff Beck, The Impressions, Lonnie Donegan, Mary J. Blige, Georgie Fame, Bonnie Raitt, Otis Rush, Van Morrison, Chris Barber, Jackson Browne, Bill Wyman, Sheryl Crow, Pete Townshend, Kate Bush...... and literally hundreds more.  

Now following a solo path, his first solo album in 24 years Sweet Soulful Music was released late in 2007 followed by The Very Best Of Andy Fairweather Low which was released in the UK in June 2008 with a Live DVD following hot on it’s heels.

In fact Andy has been touring and releasing CD Albums ever since and has built a strong following having now released 10 Albums including Two Live DVD shows and a Three disc Box Set DVD / Double Live CD which debuted in the Amazon Box Set Top 50 in it’s first week of release.  A double live vinyl “Lockdown”  Internet concert followed and his CD & Vinyl release Flang Dang recently debuted which in February 2025 was superseded by The Invisible Bluesman on Blue Vinyl, CD & Download.

Eric Clapton invited Andy to perform as a featured artist at the 2023 Crossroads Guitar Festival in Los Angeles and again with his band The Low Riders to open the UK & Ireland leg of his 2024 tour & now the UK / European dates on his 2025 tour.

A remarkable front man, a remarkable band. Following them into 2025 Andy’s The Invisble Bluesman Album entered the Official UK charts at Number 1 and the Spring tour broke all records selling 99% across the whole tour.

Andy Fairweather Low – Guitar & Vocals, Ian Jennings  – Bass,  Paul Beavis – Drums, Nick Pentelow – Tenor Sax / Baritone sax & Clarinet., Richard Milner  -  Hammond Organ & Backing Vocals, Pete Cook  -  Baritone Sax.

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A fascinating programme of musical exploration, for an audience of all ages.

Sink into the sublime as 19 BSO musicians serenade you with Tchaikovsky’s string masterpiece. A poised and sedate piece that lies at the heart of this musical tapestry.

Take a musical tour beginning along the Mediterranean coastline with Jenkins’ beloved Palladio, inspired by the 16th century Italian architect from whom the piece get its name.  Then journey east with Bartok’s Romanian Folk Dances and Skyork’s beguiling Ukrainian Melody, before Holst pays homage to British folk song with his charming St. Paul’s Suite.

Across the continent and through time, we travel further still. Into a galaxy of rapidly changing musical colours, exploding gestures and fleeting melodies that create the wondrous soundscape of Jessie Montgomery’s Starburst. A kind and inquisitive composition, Gershwin’s ethereal Lullaby continues our journey further and further away in a concert designed for all ages.

Works and Composers

Jenkins - Palladio

Tchaikovksy - Serenade for Strings

Montgomery - Starburst

Bartok - Romanian Folk Dances

Gershwin - Lullaby

Holst - St Paul's Suite

Skyork - Ukrainian Melody

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Beyond the Barricade, the UK’s longest running Musical Theatre Concert Tour, is back for 2025. Join the cast for two hours of the best of Broadway and the West End, featuring the songs that have made audiences return over and over again for more than 25 years. Enjoy numbers from The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, West Side Story, The Lion King, Blood Brothers, Miss Saigon, Hamilton

and many others, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Misérables!

 

The concert tour will feature Andy Reiss, David Fawcett, Katie Leeming and Sarah Ryan who have all played principal roles in both the West End and UK Tours of Les Misérables, together with a live band who capture the feel of the original orchestrations of the chosen musicals.  

 

To this day every musical note is still played and sung live – very rare indeed. Beyond the Barricade gives musical theatre songs a bold concert format treatment – but with the conviction and intention to deliver the material as if the audience are watching the original performance.

The band’s lively setlist includes Tex-Mex classics like "La Bamba", "Wooly Bully", and "Speedy Gonzales", along with a mix of Spanish ballads and original tunes. The fun-loving spirit of Los Pacaminos is infectious, turning any evening into a celebration of music, rhythm, and great company. The combination of accordion, guitar, and traditional Tex-Mex beats will transport you to the heart of the Southwest, all within the intimate setting of Boisdale. Each member of Los Pacaminos brings something special to the band, With a lineup of seasoned musicians delivering every note with passion, this is a night that will have you singing along and dancing until the very last song.

Stage, Screen and Santa with the Moonlight Swing Band

Start the festive season with some sparkle, merriment and dancing, with an evening of toe-tapping music from The Moonlight Swing Band, with sounds from the big band era of Glenn Miller and more...raising funds for The Exchange as we party.

A welcome return of the band under the baton of Musical Director Kevin Morgan, Principal Trombonist of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra.

 Doors open 6.30pm.

Ready for Christmas 2025 the ultimate Christmas Anthem party done in the way that only Rock For Heroes can! Join us for a night featuring all the classic songs but with a rock twist!

Christmas is party season and we promise to kick off the festivities with a bang!

Performed by a superb 7-piece band, Rock For Heroes will have you rockin’ around the aisles all night long!

Playing live the classic hits such as Merry Christmas everyone, Fairytale of New York, Christmas time, last Christmas, Do they know It’s Christmas along with some secret Santa songs!

This production is nonstop Christmas magic sprinkled with Rock For Heroes charm and laughter!

So have yourself a merry little Christmas and join us the for Rock For Heroes Christmas party!

 

Ridgeway Singers - The Cheerful Choir

The Ridgeway Singers & Band return to The Exchange, bringing their infectious energy to a celebration of a Dorset Christmas with local songs, carols, toe-tapping tunes and poetry including some contributions from Cornwall and Devon this time.

The group was formed 12 years ago for an Artsreach project and goes from strength to strength. Directed by renowned serpent player Phil Humphries, it specialises in performing the kind of music beloved of Thomas Hardy and described in Under the Greenwood Tree. Singers in four parts are supported by a band of instrumentalists. Long forgotten dance tunes are brought back to life and new settings and compositions are created in the tradition.. Expect a festive and entertaining evening with opportunaties to join in if you wish.

Tickets are available from The Exchange or via www.ridgewaysingersandband.org  

One Night of Ska is a two hour homage to the music, bands and artistes that influenced two generations of teenagers.

Taking the best of the original 1960s Jamaican scene as well as the 2 Tone English Revival of the late 1970s this is crammed full of songs made famous by names such as Prince Buster, Desmond Dekker, Madness, The Specials, The Selecter, The Maytals, and Tony Tribe.

Expect such fabulous hits as The Israelites, One Step Beyond, It Mek, My Girl, Monkey Man, Ghost Town, Watermelon Man, Red Red Wine, Too Much Too Young, Madness, Enjoy Yourself, and  Al Capone amongst many, many others.

Standing/unreserved raked seating available.

Neil Sands and his amazing cast return with the brand-new 2025 production of their must-see Christmas Cracker! Don’t miss an afternoon full of festive joy and heartwarming nostalgia, featuring over 60 of your all-time favorite Christmas songs and carols. You’ll be singing along from start to finish, reliving cherished memories of Christmases past. With stunning costumes and even falling snow, it's been described as “Like A Sparkly Christmas Card Come To Life.” This truly is the perfect way to kick off the festive season!

Good Times go to every length to capture the raw funk, soul & disco dynamics of Nile Rodgers’ music and bring it to life on stage with a full 90-minute stage show. This energy-packed experience comes complete with dazzling sequins, stylish outfits, engaging crowd interactions, and all the signature elements that make the Good Times experience unforgettable for fans.

It is this attention to detail that makes Good Times the most authentic tribute band on the circuit today.

Our setlist is a celebration of timeless classics, featuring hits like “Good Times,” “Le Freak,” and “Everybody Dance,” alongside iconic productions for Sister Sledge, Diana Ross, David Bowie, Daft Punk, and many more!

Good Times will have you on the dance floor all night long.

Also featuring sets by DJs Hipshaker

Good Times is not affiliated or endorsed by Nile Rodgers & Chic

Please note seating is unreserved. The raked seating will be out for those who wish to sit (first come, first served basis) and the floor in front left for dancing.

This premier Barry Manilow Tribute Show chronicles the story of one of the greatest showmen of all time: the legendary Barry Manilow. Experience all the classic hits from his amazing career culminating in over 85 Million record sales.

This stunning concert is fronted by our superb vocalist Martyn James and his sensational band & dancers who capture the timeless energy of hits such as ‘Mandy’, ‘Could It Be Magic’, ‘Can’t Smile Without You’, ‘I Write the Songs’, ‘ looks Like We Made It’, ‘Copacabana’ and many more.

The Exchange are excited to host the founding members of Los Pacminos JAMIE MOSES ( Queen & Paul Rogers, SAS Band, Tom Jones, Paul Young, Mike and the Mechanics) and DREW BARFIELD (The Keys, Paul Young, Joe Jackson and Level 42) as they team up as Dos Amigos!

They will be performing some Los Pacaminos favourites as well as a range of well known classics - from the 60s to Present Day.

 

An intimate gig with two legends of the industry!

It’s hard to believe it’s over 60 years since Hank B Marvin, Bruce Welch, Jet Harris and Tony Meehan recorded Apache. This was the monster hit that launched the Shadows instrumental career and founded a nation of bespectacled guitarists dreaming of acquiring their very own Fender Stratocaster. We are delighted to welcome ‘The Bootleg Shadows’ back by popular demand  to The Exchange

With their immaculate appearance, synchronised dance movements and clean, pure melodic sound, the Shadows chalked up 35 hits of their own (not counting another 33 hits with Cliff Richard), giving them more hits than any other British group and securing them a unique place in the annals of popular music.

‘The Bootleg Shadows’ perform a show that encompasses the Shadows amazing career from 1960 up until the early 80s.Including All the hits and popular “Cliff”  vocals including some surprises!

Concert audiences are invited to relive fantastic hits such as Apache, Foot Tapper, Man of Mystery, Atlantis, Wonderful Land, Kon Tiki, Don't Cry for Me Argentina, FBI plus many, many more

In the company of Binks, Geoff, Howard, Nathan and Lloyd, the audience is taken on a tour of the Shadows career, with plenty of humour to make it a night out to remember. For anyone who loves the sounds of the 60's - and enjoys a few laughs on the way – ‘The Bootleg Shadows’ perform a unique tribute that has audiences humming the tunes and doing the Shadows famous 'walk' long after they have left the theatre.

Coldplace - The World's Leading Tribute to Coldplay is a stunning live concert performance, celebrating the music of one of the most successful bands of all time.

The only tribute to have worked for Coldplay, this outstanding band leads you through all your favourite Coldplay hits from the last 20+ years including Yellow, Paradise and A Sky full of Stars, right through to Higher Power and My Universe from their latest album, Music of the Spheres.

This world class show faithfully recreates the magic of Coldplay's record breaking live tours - featuring lasers, confetti, video screen and the Xyloband LED wristbands that have become synonymous with Coldplay concerts, and truly make the audience part of the show.

"Coldplace are pure quality. Thanks for flying the Coldplay flag" - Phil Harvey (Coldplay creative director)

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Seriously Collins – A Tribute to Phil Collins & Genesis

Experience the Magic of Phil Collins and Genesis!

Seriously Collins: The Genuine Tribute Show

Get ready to be transported back in time as we celebrate the legendary hits of Phil Collins and Genesis! "Seriously Collins" isn’t just a tribute show; it’s an electrifying journey through the music that has touched hearts and defined generations.

Incredible Vocals: Prepare to be mesmerized by our frontman’s uncanny vocal resemblance, capturing the soulful essence of Phil Collins with astonishing precision.

Captivating Performance: Our talented musicians and performers recreate the energy, charm, and charisma of the original band, delivering an unforgettable experience that will leave you wanting more.

Immerse Yourself: Feel the nostalgia and passion as you relive the prime of Phil Collins and Genesis, experiencing their iconic concerts and magical moments once again.

Book Your Tickets Now: Don’t miss out on this incredible evening filled with music, memories, and the timeless legacy of Phil Collins and Genesis.

No Gimmicks, Just a Genuine Tribute to One of the Biggest Artists of Our Generation.

Lipstick On Your Collar Ltd presents

Lipstick On Your Collar

Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn't touch the floor.

Get your dancing shoes at the ready, grab yourself a milkshake

and relax - you are in for an evening of back to back hits from the 1950s and 60s!

From the birth of Rock n Roll through to the Beat Group sounds of the British Invasion and beyond, the show is packed with over

forty hits from the likes of Connie Francis, Brenda Lee, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, The Ronettes, Cliff Richard, Cilla Black and many more.

Performed by a full live band, featuring some of the country's top musicians, this incredible show features excellent vocals, tight harmonies and an infectious sense of fun.

Dancing in the aisles is strictly compulsory so bring your dancing shoes and let the good times roll!

Ninebarrow are a multi-award-winning folk duo, who are impressing audiences across the country with their innovative and captivating take on the folk tradition. Described

by Mark Radcliffeas sounding like‘two halves of one voice’, by Seth Lakeman as ‘a fantastic duo’ and by Kate Rusby as ‘absolutely amazing’.

Jon Whitley and Jay LaBouchardiere combine breath taking vocal harmonies and melodies, delivering songs that are inspired and rooted in the landscape and history of the British Isles.

BBC Radio 2 Folk Award nominees, their six studio albums have been released to wide-spread critical acclaim including coverage on BBC1’s Countryfile and BBC Radio’s ‘Front Row’.

‘Stunning’

★★★★★

Maverick Magazine.

‘Immaculate’

★★★★★

The EFDSS

‘An absolute joy’

★★★★★

The Morning Star

'Another example of how strong British folk music is at the moment.’

★★★★

The Telegraph