AN EVENING WITH SLIM CHANCE
at the NOMAD THEATRE. FRIDAY 1st NOVEMBER
at the NOMAD THEATRE. FRIDAY 1st NOVEMBER
Horsley Live Music Club proudly presents An Evening with Slim Chance - the ultimate good-time band. The Nomad Theatre, Friday 1st November
Founded by the great Ronnie Lane after he left the Faces, Slim Chance is still going strong, redefining rock and roll and continuing to live up to their name as the ultimate good-time band. The show features many of Ronnie’s classic songs – including Ooh la la, How Come and The Poacher plus a few surprises - a rare mix of bonhomie and fine musicianship.
The band now regularly performs as a quintet, including original members Steve Bingham and Charlie Hart, with fine support from some of the UK's finest musicans - Geraint Watkins, Frank Mead and Jim Russell or Brendan O’Neill. The band came together (‘reformed and unrepentant’) back in 2010 following the successful 2004 Albert Hall Ronnie Lane commemoration concert. Since that time they have played extensively round the country and released five albums, the latest of which was recorded 'live' in Sheffield earlier in 2024.
"Slim Chance have beautifully honoured their late leader’s legacy while emerging as a magical band in their own right" - Kris Needs, Record Collector
TICKETS ARE £25 (plus Booking Fee) - CLICK HERE TO BOOK
PLEASE NOTE: The seats marked in blue in the front row as 'Wheelchair Spaces' are in fact comfortable seats which can be moved if the space is required by a wheelchair user. They can be booked as seats by anyone.
Founded by the great Ronnie Lane after he left the Faces, Slim Chance is still going strong, redefining rock and roll and continuing to live up to their name as the ultimate good-time band. The show features many of Ronnie’s classic songs – including Ooh la la, How Come and The Poacher plus a few surprises - a rare mix of bonhomie and fine musicianship.
The band now regularly performs as a quintet, including original members Steve Bingham and Charlie Hart, with fine support from some of the UK's finest musicans - Geraint Watkins, Frank Mead and Jim Russell or Brendan O’Neill. The band came together (‘reformed and unrepentant’) back in 2010 following the successful 2004 Albert Hall Ronnie Lane commemoration concert. Since that time they have played extensively round the country and released five albums, the latest of which was recorded 'live' in Sheffield earlier in 2024.
"Slim Chance have beautifully honoured their late leader’s legacy while emerging as a magical band in their own right" - Kris Needs, Record Collector
TICKETS ARE £25 (plus Booking Fee) - CLICK HERE TO BOOK
PLEASE NOTE: The seats marked in blue in the front row as 'Wheelchair Spaces' are in fact comfortable seats which can be moved if the space is required by a wheelchair user. They can be booked as seats by anyone.
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THE LEGACY OF RONNIE LANE
Whether it was working with the Small Faces, The Faces and Rod Stewart, or touring with his own travelling rock 'n' roll circus, The Passing Show, Ronnie Lane was a one-of-a-kind musician and songwriter. He embarked on the last stage of his career shortly after leaving the Faces, forming the band Slim Chance, writing some of his finest songs and recording several remarkable albums. Sadly, Ronnie passed away in 1997 - but the band plays on. 2024 is the fiftieth anniversary of the Passing Show and the band has been celebrating in style. Time moves on: now two original members - Steve Bingham (bass) and Charlie Hart (accordion and fiddle), aided and abetted by Geraint Watkins (keys), Frank Mead (saxes, harp and whistle), and Brendan O’Neill or Jim Russell (drums), showcase Ronnie’s classic songs and a few originals with humour and energy. Between them they have worked with Paul McCartney, Rory Gallagher, Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, BBKing, Geno Washington, Bill Wyman, Ian Dury, Nick Lowe and many more. The band’s set consists of many of Mr. Lane’s classic songs: Ooh La La, Debris, How Come, One for the Road, The Poacher and more. “Original Chancers Steve Bingham and Charlie Hart convincingly recreate Ronnie's uniquely ruralised, soul-and-groove brand of folk-rock". (Uncut) “Richly garnished by fiddles and accordion, the rejuvenated Slim Chance seem to be emerging with a rough-shod, rollicking sound of their own….. the party is already in full swing" (Record Collector). "Drenched in the rollicking joi de vivre that Lane himself channelled so adroitly. A spirit-raising triumph from start to finish." (Viva la Rock) "Much more than a nostalgic re-treading of past glories, this is rock'n'roll played as balm for the soul by a band of brothers" (Steve Hunt, Roots) |
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TICKETS
This is an all-seated event in the intimate, comfortable and well-equipped Nomad Theatre, with great lighting, sound and sightlines. The show starts at 7.45 and closes at 10.15, with a half hour interval. There is a friendly and reasonably-priced bar, which is open before and after the show, and during the interval. Seats are £25 (plus booking fee). CLICK HERE TO BOOK
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Date: Friday 1st November
Location: The Nomad Theatre. Bishopmead Parade, Ockham Road South, East Horsley KT24 6RT.
Timing: Doors and the bar open at 7.00. The show will start at 7.45. There will be an interval. The show will finish no later than 10.30.
Bar: The bar is open from 7.00. Drinks may be taken into the auditorium, provided that they are in plastic glasses. Interval drinks can be booked in advance. The bar is open before the show, during the interval and after the show until 11.00 pm.
Access: The theatre can be approached on foot through the archway in the middle of Bishopmead Parade shops – proceed to the end of the track.
Parking: There is no public parking at the theatre. There are some parking spaces in Bishopmead Parade and a public car park in St Martins Close, opposite.
Disabled access: If you require reserved parking or assistance, please contact the Box Office in advance on 01483 284747
Tickets: There are no concessions, no refunds, no returns and no resale facility.
Please note:
1. Slim Chance perform with taste and technical skill, at a reasonable volume, using mainly acoustic instruments. All voices and instruments are amplified. There will be peaks and troughs of volume - all within the limits of what you would expect from a band of this type.
2. You may not be familiar with all of the music that the band performs.
We recommend that you do not attend if you believe you may find any of this uncomfortable in any way.
Tickets are £25 (plus booking fee). CLICK HERE TO BOOK
This event is promoted by the HORSLEY LIVE MUSIC CLUB. We are a voluntary group of local music enthusiasts who put on regular music events in the Horsley area. We are grateful to the brilliant NOMAD THEATRE for their support, without which this show would not be possible.
BAND BIOGS
Slim Chance is essentially a collective. The first 5 players appear at most gigs, but are joined by Billy Nicholls when he is not with the Who, and sometimes by Alun Davies; also by the talented Jim Russell on drums.
CHARLIE HART vocals, fiddle, accordion and keys. Charlie has played with Pete Brown, Ian Dury, Eric Clapton, Alexis Korner and worked on Ronnie Lane's Slim Chance, One for the Road, Rough Mix, See Me, Rockpalast. www.charliehart.com
STEVE BINGHAM vocals and bass. Steve has played with the Foundations, Geno Washington, Colin Blunstone and worked on Anymore for Anymore, played bass on The Poacher and toured with the Passing Show. stevebingham.blogspot.com
BRENDAN O’NEILL, drums. Brendan has played with Rory Gallagher, Nine Below Zero, Glen Tilbrook and Steve Marriott. www.facebook.com/brendanoneilldrummer
GERAINT WATKINS vocals and keys. Geraint has played with Carl Perkins, Nick Lowe, Van Morrison, Bill Wyman; released his own albums and joined Slim Chance for the 2004 Ronnie Lane Albert Hall concert. www.geraintwatkins.com
FRANK MEAD, sax, flute, harmonica, percussion. Frank has played with Gary Brooker, Albert Collins, Gary Moore, Bill Wyman www.frankmead.com
BILLY NICHOLLS, vocals, mandolin and acoustic guitar. Billy is a very successful songwriter and has worked extensively with The Who as a singer and musical director. His first solo album on Immediate Records features the Small Faces. www.billynicholls.com
JIM RUSSELL drums. Jim has worked with Bob Geldof, Elvis Costello, Scotty Moore, The Human League, Paul Young and Los Pacaminos. Jim played drums on the reformed band's third album On The Move and much of The Phoenix Tapes.
ALUN DAVIES, acoustic guitar, vocals Ex Cat Stevens, Ralph McTell, Mark Almond etc. Played on the band’s first album, ’The Show goes On’ and also the Phoenix Tapes.
This is an all-seated event in the intimate, comfortable and well-equipped Nomad Theatre, with great lighting, sound and sightlines. The show starts at 7.45 and closes at 10.15, with a half hour interval. There is a friendly and reasonably-priced bar, which is open before and after the show, and during the interval. Seats are £25 (plus booking fee). CLICK HERE TO BOOK
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Date: Friday 1st November
Location: The Nomad Theatre. Bishopmead Parade, Ockham Road South, East Horsley KT24 6RT.
Timing: Doors and the bar open at 7.00. The show will start at 7.45. There will be an interval. The show will finish no later than 10.30.
Bar: The bar is open from 7.00. Drinks may be taken into the auditorium, provided that they are in plastic glasses. Interval drinks can be booked in advance. The bar is open before the show, during the interval and after the show until 11.00 pm.
Access: The theatre can be approached on foot through the archway in the middle of Bishopmead Parade shops – proceed to the end of the track.
Parking: There is no public parking at the theatre. There are some parking spaces in Bishopmead Parade and a public car park in St Martins Close, opposite.
Disabled access: If you require reserved parking or assistance, please contact the Box Office in advance on 01483 284747
Tickets: There are no concessions, no refunds, no returns and no resale facility.
Please note:
1. Slim Chance perform with taste and technical skill, at a reasonable volume, using mainly acoustic instruments. All voices and instruments are amplified. There will be peaks and troughs of volume - all within the limits of what you would expect from a band of this type.
2. You may not be familiar with all of the music that the band performs.
We recommend that you do not attend if you believe you may find any of this uncomfortable in any way.
Tickets are £25 (plus booking fee). CLICK HERE TO BOOK
This event is promoted by the HORSLEY LIVE MUSIC CLUB. We are a voluntary group of local music enthusiasts who put on regular music events in the Horsley area. We are grateful to the brilliant NOMAD THEATRE for their support, without which this show would not be possible.
BAND BIOGS
Slim Chance is essentially a collective. The first 5 players appear at most gigs, but are joined by Billy Nicholls when he is not with the Who, and sometimes by Alun Davies; also by the talented Jim Russell on drums.
CHARLIE HART vocals, fiddle, accordion and keys. Charlie has played with Pete Brown, Ian Dury, Eric Clapton, Alexis Korner and worked on Ronnie Lane's Slim Chance, One for the Road, Rough Mix, See Me, Rockpalast. www.charliehart.com
STEVE BINGHAM vocals and bass. Steve has played with the Foundations, Geno Washington, Colin Blunstone and worked on Anymore for Anymore, played bass on The Poacher and toured with the Passing Show. stevebingham.blogspot.com
BRENDAN O’NEILL, drums. Brendan has played with Rory Gallagher, Nine Below Zero, Glen Tilbrook and Steve Marriott. www.facebook.com/brendanoneilldrummer
GERAINT WATKINS vocals and keys. Geraint has played with Carl Perkins, Nick Lowe, Van Morrison, Bill Wyman; released his own albums and joined Slim Chance for the 2004 Ronnie Lane Albert Hall concert. www.geraintwatkins.com
FRANK MEAD, sax, flute, harmonica, percussion. Frank has played with Gary Brooker, Albert Collins, Gary Moore, Bill Wyman www.frankmead.com
BILLY NICHOLLS, vocals, mandolin and acoustic guitar. Billy is a very successful songwriter and has worked extensively with The Who as a singer and musical director. His first solo album on Immediate Records features the Small Faces. www.billynicholls.com
JIM RUSSELL drums. Jim has worked with Bob Geldof, Elvis Costello, Scotty Moore, The Human League, Paul Young and Los Pacaminos. Jim played drums on the reformed band's third album On The Move and much of The Phoenix Tapes.
ALUN DAVIES, acoustic guitar, vocals Ex Cat Stevens, Ralph McTell, Mark Almond etc. Played on the band’s first album, ’The Show goes On’ and also the Phoenix Tapes.