Boogie call goes out to Howden

Published on 20th December 2007 in Ents

Christmas comes early to the Shire Hall on Saturday with one of the best blues and rock bands around.

Music-lovers are encouraged to 'shake their bootie' when the Rob Donnelly Band come to town.

Well known throughout Yorkshire for his prolific solo performances, Rob plays on December 22 with his band, who are: Dan Burnett - keyboards, harmonica and vocals, Frank Mizen - bass and Dan Mizen. Rob Donnelly plays guitar and vocals.

Mark Rogers, of Howden Live, said: "In a musical world seemingly dominated by covers and tribute bands, it is a tremendous pleasure to welcome this band to the Shire Hall.

"While paying homage to the past, they have their feet firmly planted in the present, playing both original material and an extensive set of blues standards.

"Originally formed in 1995 with a quality set of albums behind them, their new album Boogie In The Voodoo Longe is a clear statement of intent, not just a blues band but a night out of rocking boogie to boot!

"See the Howden Live year out on a positive high - come along and shake your bootie."

For a preview of the Rob Donnelly Band, go to www.therobdonnellyband.co.uk or www.myspace. com/therobdonnellyband

Tickets are £8 and are available from Touchwood Homecare, 2 Market Place, Howden on 01405 767282 or DT's Rock shop, 59 Pasture Road, Goole on 01405 767282.

Alternatively, go to www.howden-live.com and use the link to buy them through www.digyorkshire.com, Yorkshire's online events guide.

Doors open at 7.30pm for an 8pm start. Doors close at 8.15pm

Acts are already being booked for the new year.

Look out for the Doghouse Skiffle Group,the British Blues Quintet, featuring Maggie Bell and Zoot Money, Tom McConville and Dave Wood, the Hut People, Alan Barnes and Dave Newton, Derrin Nuandorf, Val Marshall, Led Zep TOO, Daryl Sherman, the Lemon Puppets and more.

Call Touchwood to put your name down.