Please note that we don't have one in August (Cos it's holiday time) and the
September one is a week earlier than normal because there is a Beer Festival on at the end of the month.
If you'd like to come and play, please Email me.
I've changed the way you can book your slot at the Open Mic Nights. You can pick up a copy from The Crown or you can view it here
The Crown Inn Open Mic Night
Hi Everyone
First, the good news. I'm very pleased to say that Clare and I will be hosting the Open mics for the
forseeable future. They've been fun to do and it's great to think that will continue.
So, what's the bad news? Many real ale drinkers in Oakengates have been looking forward to the re-opening of "The Old Fighting Cocks". The clip below was taken from the Ironbridge Brewery website. I think they're not keen on Open Mic Nights. I sort of know where he's coming from but I think that Musicians coming together for an evening of music deserve a bit more respect. Anyway, he has told me that should I want to take my guitar in and play a few songs, I can, until someone complains. ( I can almost hear you saying "that won't take long") but it sounds fair to me.
However, it's nice to see the pub open again and they have made a good job of it. I wish them every success.
Justin Bilton
This is the first time Justin has played in The Crown. Really nice change with a fine bit of Sax playing and all self written songs.
Some of songs Justin gave us were
"Kitchen Back"
"Never to late"
"Bluestuff"
"Trouble"
Andrew Horth
A welcome return to Andrew. Hope you enjoyed the beer festival.
Some of songs he gave us were .
"Folding Star" - Buffy Glyro"
"Blackbird" - The Beatles
"You make me feel" - written by Andrew
"Take your Mama" - Scissor Sisters" and
"Pinball Wizzard" - The Who"
Steve Goodchild
A welcome return to Steve. Sorry, but I've forgotten all the songs you played.
Some of songs he gave us were .
"Hallelujah"
Scott and Sarah
Again, sorry but I don't remember what you played other than Vincent. Maybe you or Clare can remind me. See you again soon.
Glyn and Ivor
Some of songs they gave us were -
"OO La La"
"Wish you were here"
"In the Ghetto"
"Fire and Rain" and
"Gods rent to pay" - written by Ivor
J2D2
The boys are back in town but minus a drummer. A bit of instrument swapping as well
Some of songs they gave us were -
"Stuck in the middle" - Stealers Wheel
"The Joker" - Steve Miller
"Have a nice day" - Stereophonics
"Run" - J2D2 (written by Julian) and
"All along the watchtower"
We are hosting the Open Mic night at The Crown
Inn, Oakengates on the last Thursday of every month. We will be providing a P.A. so just book in via Email using the link below,
and come along and plug in. If you want anything special, just let me know well in advance.
Whether you are just starting out or are experienced and would like to try out a few new songs, you will assured a warm welcome.
You can have a look at our Open Mic Archive below
If you played at this Open Mic and have some other photos that you would like
on this page, or would like to add any comments, please Email us.
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