What we’re about
Hi there!
We are a new social group in Gloucestershire and neighbouring areas for enthusiasts of folk-rock (very loose definition - mainly modern with a lot of non-English-language north-European elements), medieval-electronica and similar music genres - including the kind of music from Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones and other things - basically a mixture. Please note this is not specifically a pagan group - however some of the bands and events we might go to include some pagan elements, but our music-appreciation group in itself is just that: about appreciation of a range of music genres and bands that describe themselves as “folk rock”, "folktronica", “medieval-electronica”, "neo-medieval", “pagan rock” and similar… Playlists of example tracks are on Spotify if you search for "FRGP" - if you don't use Spotify there are some YouTube links below...
There'll also sometimes be events further afield including in other countries like Germany, Sweden, ... Some of these will be just small events aimed at people living there, while some others will be intended as proper trips away for festivals etc.
This is a friendly, respectful and non-political group about types of music and some associated historical styles (e.g. medieval-style clothing) - and is against any form of extremism or hate-speech.
We’ll start initially in the general wide area of Worcester, Cheltenham, Bristol and Oxford, with a pub evening in each of these once a month in a side-room / function room where we can have our own music and chat about the bands and music, and possible future gigs & events we could go to. We'll also soon start some open-sessions in pubs with the musicians among us learning up and playing some of these tracks - if you're a musician and interested in playing at future sessions then please get in touch :)
18+ only please re self-responsibility, access to pubs, etc. Membership to our friendly welcoming group is free! Common sense applies - while the organiser(s) will try to run events smoothly and safely, attendance is at your own risk so please just be aware as you normally would be in any open social group meeting up in public spaces.
If you’re new to this type of music, there’s a good number of bands each with their own character and style. There are some example tracks in several Spotify playlists under user "FRGP". Also now we've got a YouTube channel with playlists -
https://www.youtube.com/@folkrockglosplus/playlists
or you can try some these examples:
Qntal: Lasse - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgeOIyCvPGc
Qntal: 292 (darker shape mix) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJlHfL3AZzE
Faun: Tanz mit mir - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=beXW5s3ZCB4
Faun: Blaue Stunde - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srDq0WaqcqI
Faun: Diese kalte Nacht - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zr8d9sXioj4
Garmarna: Gamen - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D_dJjJ2H-i4
Garmarna: Nåden - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Si_yzHmVa9w
Songleikr: Ulvetime - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5O8KvS_pGs
Songleiker: Mann og mening - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uFd9cqfxKc
Omnia: Niiv's Cauldron
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PN6gXWRvTN8
(This isn't a witch's spell - it's Finnish, in case you're wondering! - After the relaxed intro it really gets going in 7:4 time)
... But probably not this .... (This is Jinsy - Face Cake)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5BCn9CH3RQ
:)
Contact info:
- Messages feature here on Meetup, to send a direct message
- Instagram @folk.rock.glos.plus
- Email folk.rock.glos.plus@gmail.com
Upcoming events (1)
See all- tAngerinecAt - gig in BristolThe Louisiana, Bristol
"Hurdy-gurdy electronica duo" only begins to describe the depth of tAngerinecAt with their unique blend of sounds and styles ...
"Originating in Ukraine and residing in North Wales, tAngerinecAt embodies a rich tapestry of musical influences that intertwine West and East. The duo conveys a strong anti-war, anti-fascist, and anti-ecocide message, where the hauntingly intimate allure of dark jazz a cappella coexist with the fierce energy of hammering industrial electronic beats and poignant spoken word. It reflects the profound mastery of Ukrainian-born Zhenia Purpurovsky, a classically trained multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, arranger, conductor, and actor, in partnership with the visionary sound designer and multi-instrumentalist Paul Chilton who hails from Britain. With a degree in folkloristics, Purpurovsky adeptly juggles rich cultural symbols, creating a tapestry of meaning.
'Grief' emerges as a masterfully crafted concoction of free-spirited, underground resistance brewed in a cauldron of haunting Twin Peaks-esque soundscapes and cathartic revelations, while shifting between languages. Even with its bleak undertones, this work evokes themes of hope, love, unity, and beauty, providing a counterpoint to escapism by embracing reality and navigating through despair to discover pathways to liberation."Official website - www.tangerinecat.net
Plus support artists (possibly requiring separate ticket - currently unclear)
Timings:
19:30 Doors
20:00 Event start
22:30 EndTickets and further info:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tangerinecat-uk-tour-bristol-tickets-1228202178779?
£12 – £22.38Venue address:
The Louisiana, Bathurst Terrace, Bristol BS1 6UA, United KingdomDepending on the actual finish time we may go to a nearby pub afterwards to chat.
Looking forward to it!
Folk Rock Gloucestershire Plus (FRGP) is a friendly, respectful and non-political social group about appreciating types of music and some associated historical styles (e.g. medieval-style clothing) - and is against any form of extremism or hate-speech.
Obviously each person at this gathering is responsible for organising and paying for their own transport and costs such as tickets and any drinks/food etc.
18+ only please re self-responsibility, access to pubs, etc. Common sense applies - while the organiser(s) will try to run events smoothly and safely, attendance is at your own risk so please just be aware as you normally would be in any open social group meeting up in public spaces.
Membership to our group on Meetup is free.If you have any questions, get in touch :)
- Hamm
Contact options:
- Use the direct messages feature here on Meetup
- Email folk.rock.glos.plus@gmail.com
- Instagram @folk.rock.glos.plus
