A Sunday afternoon Session on a Bank Holiday Tuesday

A Sunday afternoon Session on a Bank Holiday Tuesday

A Sunday afternoon Session on a Bank Holiday Tuesday

Hope wrestling says goodbye to 2016 with its last show of the year in Bedford!!

Hope wrestling says goodbye to 2016 with its last show of the year in Bedford!!

Hope wrestling says goodbye to 2016 with its last show of the year in Bedford!!

Tom Hingley (ex Inspiral Carpets) + guests Friday 30th December @ 8pm, Holy Moly’s @ Bedford Esquires One more show from the Pad Presents to round off 2016 as we welcome a long overdue return to Bedford Esquires with Tom …

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Tom Hingley (ex Inspiral Carpets) + guests Friday 30th December @ 8pm, Holy Moly’s @ Bedford Esquires Pad Presents, Roar Club and Club Biscuit join forces for a right ol' knees up to round off 2016 as we serve up …

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Join Us at Esquires in Holy Moly's on New Years Eve Liam Circuit / Danny Young / Ben Kelly / Stephen Hinds will be playing while the Workshop Boys play in Danny's Bar £5 access all areas

Come and join us on New Years Day for our first Music Quiz Music from the 50's to the present day Up to four members per team £2 per person to enter Cash prize for the winning team

Come and join us on New Years Day for our first Music Quiz Music from the 50's to the present day Up to four members per team £2 per person to enter Cash prize for the winning team

After a rather successful 2016 The Ouse Valley Singles Club kick off 2017 with what has now become an annual legendary event with the first Saturday of the year. With most venues charging extortionate entry fees and most people still …

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After a rather successful 2016 The Ouse Valley Singles Club kick off 2017 with what has now become an annual legendary event with the first Saturday of the year. With most venues charging extortionate entry fees and most people still …

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When we celebrated David Bowie's 65th Birthday in 2012, Mat Roberts and I discussed having another Bowie Tribute on what would have been his 70th Birthday ... Even though he's no longer with us ... The Show must go on... …

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When we celebrated David Bowie's 65th Birthday in 2012, Mat Roberts and I discussed having another Bowie Tribute on what would have been his 70th Birthday ... Even though he's no longer with us ... The Show must go on... …

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When we celebrated David Bowie's 65th Birthday in 2012, Mat Roberts and I discussed having another Bowie Tribute on what would have been his 70th Birthday ... Even though he's no longer with us ... The Show must go on... …

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When we celebrated David Bowie's 65th Birthday in 2012, Mat Roberts and I discussed having another Bowie Tribute on what would have been his 70th Birthday ... Even though he's no longer with us ... The Show must go on... …

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When we celebrated David Bowie's 65th Birthday in 2012, Mat Roberts and I discussed having another Bowie Tribute on what would have been his 70th Birthday ... Even though he's no longer with us ... The Show must go on... …

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Ruthless Faze Judah Gayle Danny's Bar Bedford Esquires Doors 8pm Age 16+ FREE ENTRY PLEASE SHARE AND INVITE

Ruthless Faze Judah Gayle Danny's Bar Bedford Esquires Doors 8pm Age 16+ FREE ENTRY PLEASE SHARE AND INVITE

6 ACTS ACROSS 2 STAGES In Danny's Bar: Garden 10.30-11.00 Acolytes 9.20-9.50 Liam Circuit 8.15-8.40 And In Holy Moly's Goliath Theory 11.05-Close Sweet Notion Black 9.55 10.25 Dirty Kirst 8.45-9.15

6 ACTS ACROSS 2 STAGES In Danny's Bar: Garden 10.30-11.00 Acolytes 9.20-9.50 Liam Circuit 8.15-8.40 And In Holy Moly's Goliath Theory 11.05-Close Sweet Notion Black 9.55 10.25 Dirty Kirst 8.45-9.15

Skrew Loose Booking Presents Smokin' Durrys Three-piece blues/garage rock duo appearing on the front cover of Classic Rock Magazine and were named as one of the '16 hottest new bands' in the world, the blues-inspired trio offer us their own …

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Skrew Loose Booking Presents Smokin' Durrys Three-piece blues/garage rock duo appearing on the front cover of Classic Rock Magazine and were named as one of the '16 hottest new bands' in the world, the blues-inspired trio offer us their own …

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HeroKvlt and Stone Crow Tattoo Studio present Young Kings https://www.facebook.com/Youngkingsuk/ Seasons https://www.facebook.com/seasonsbanduk/ Scar City https://www.facebook.com/scarcityuk/?fref=ts The Hero Dies First https://www.facebook.com/theherodiesfirst/ This event is to raise as much money as possible for Cancer Research UK. All ticket sales will go towards …

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HeroKvlt and Stone Crow Tattoo Studio present Young Kings https://www.facebook.com/Youngkingsuk/ Seasons https://www.facebook.com/seasonsbanduk/ Scar City https://www.facebook.com/scarcityuk/?fref=ts The Hero Dies First https://www.facebook.com/theherodiesfirst/ This event is to raise as much money as possible for Cancer Research UK. All ticket sales will go towards …

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Pocket the Goldfish make their Esquires debut in Danny's Bar

Pocket the Goldfish make their Esquires debut in Danny's Bar

KLANG, KERFAZZ, SPROINK, you LOVE these sounds. And so you should. In fact, you want more right? Then let me tantalise your ear-buzz-taste-buds with the news that the most ferocious sound in indie right now will be leaping onto a …

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KLANG, KERFAZZ, SPROINK, you LOVE these sounds. And so you should. In fact, you want more right? Then let me tantalise your ear-buzz-taste-buds with the news that the most ferocious sound in indie right now will be leaping onto a …

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Singer/Songwriter Amy Leeder hosts her once a year Sunday Afternoon Session .. Playing her own material and Introducing special guests

Singer/Songwriter Amy Leeder hosts her once a year Sunday Afternoon Session .. Playing her own material and Introducing special guests

Singer/Songwriter Amy Leeder hosts her once a year Sunday Afternoon Session .. Playing her own material and Introducing special guests

Singer/Songwriter Amy Leeder hosts her once a year Sunday Afternoon Session .. Playing her own material and Introducing special guests

Singer/Songwriter Amy Leeder hosts her once a year Sunday Afternoon Session .. Playing her own material and Introducing special guests

To celebrate Independent Venue Week we are beyond excited to confirm that the very excellent AMBER ARCADES will be playing Bedford Esquires on Monday the 23rd of January 2017. Responsible for one of the best albums of 2016, and signed …

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To celebrate Independent Venue Week we are beyond excited to confirm that the very excellent AMBER ARCADES will be playing Bedford Esquires on Monday the 23rd of January 2017. Responsible for one of the best albums of 2016, and signed …

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OLD ESQUIRES MEMORABILIA!!! Remember these pictures of famous musicians, staff, customersand artists that were on the wall before the refurbishment? Would you want any of these pictures? Are you in any? We will be hosting an auction on 26th January …

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OLD ESQUIRES MEMORABILIA!!! Remember these pictures of famous musicians, staff, customersand artists that were on the wall before the refurbishment? Would you want any of these pictures? Are you in any? We will be hosting an auction on 26th January …

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Masterplan Promotions Presents NOASIS + guests ‘Knebworth Revisted’ – the full set, track by track 8pm, Bedford Esquires, Friday 27th January Following two sell out shows in 2016 Noasis return to Bedford Esquires at the end of January to see …

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Masterplan Promotions Presents NOASIS + guests The Keepers ‘Knebworth Revisted’ – the full set, track by track 8pm, Bedford Esquires, Friday 27th January Following two sell out shows in 2016 Noasis return to Bedford Esquires at the end of January …

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Come Get Your Rocks Off at our brand new club night! Following the SOLD OUT Noasis show on the main stage on Friday 27th January, we'll be holding a very special afterparty down in our club room Holy Molys. FREE …

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The Quireboys return to the Main Stage at Esquires on January 28th 2017 Guy Griffin's Birthday Bash !!!! Tickets are available online from http://www.seetickets.com now and from Esquires Bar from the 15th of December onwards With a sound that harks …

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The Quireboys return to the Main Stage at Esquires on January 28th 2017 Guy Griffin's Birthday Bash !!!! Tickets are available online from http://www.seetickets.com now and from Esquires Bar from the 15th of December onwards With a sound that harks …

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High energy Rhythm & Blues played the Canvey Island way, recreating the feel and the sounds of Dr Feelgood/Wilko Johnson

High energy Rhythm & Blues played the Canvey Island way, recreating the feel and the sounds of Dr Feelgood/Wilko Johnson

High energy Rhythm & Blues played the Canvey Island way, recreating the feel and the sounds of Dr Feelgood/Wilko Johnson

High energy Rhythm & Blues played the Canvey Island way, recreating the feel and the sounds of Dr Feelgood/Wilko Johnson

High energy Rhythm & Blues played the Canvey Island way, recreating the feel and the sounds of Dr Feelgood/Wilko Johnson

Join us on the first Thursday of every month for the Esquires Music quiz Teams of up to 4 people Cash prize for the winning team Rock and Pop music from the 50's to the present

Bedford Alternative Music Present: Vendetta (https://www.facebook.com/Vendetta.uk) Soviet Films (https://www.facebook.com/sovietfilms) Friday At 3 (https://www.facebook.com/FridayAt3) The Faction (https://www.facebook.com/thefactionband1/) The Dum Dum Boys (https://www.facebook.com/The-Dum-Dum-Boys-1698475827107502/ ) Dannys Bar Lev 1 Esquires Bedford. FREE ENTRY http://www.bedfordalternativemusic.co.uk

Rental Wives Black Martis Danny's Bar Bedford Esquires Doors 8pm Age 16+ FREE ENTRY PLEASE SHARE AND INVITE

THE PAD PRESENTS http://www.thepadpresents.com SKINDRED + Guests - Friday 10th February We've managed to secure another intimate date with Skindred again, having sold out our date at MK Craufurd Arms in less than 2 days in 2015! Tickets are £20 …

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One of the biggest gigs on 2017 deserves one of the biggest aftershow parties doesn't it?! After Skindred tear apart our main stage, down in Room 2, Holy Molys we will be running Destroy The Dancefloor! ROCK x PUNK x …

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THE NEVILLE STAPLE BAND + guests LIVE AT BEDFORD ESQUIRES, 8PM, SATURDAY 11TH FEBRUARY 2017 No stranger to Bedford, The Neville Staple Band returns to town on Saturday 11th February to warm up a cold February night. Having packed out …

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Stevie Parker + guests 8pm Saturday 11th February, Holy Moly’s, Bedford Esquires ‘Bristol-based Stevie Parker delivers a unique take on ambient electronic pop’ Supporting the like of, SOAK, GEORGIA, ALEX G and ADAM FRENCH and a show for the famous …

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The x-certs are a Herts-based covers band playing new-wave, power-pop and classic rock from the 60s, 70s and 80s. We play the music we love and it shows.

THE PAD PRESENTS http://www.thepadpresents.com Charli 2na & Krafty Kuts - Wednesday 15th February - Bedford Esquires When we heard that there was a new project and album between one of our favourite Hip Hop MC's of all time and one …

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Previously hosted at CAMRA'S "PUB OF THE YEAR" (The Three Cups) Fran and Ben launch their showcase at Bedfords premier live music venue! Proudly presenting a set from the hosts, Jon Pryce, Aldo Maugeri and Mel Quinn and Kev Maher.

There will only ever be one David Bowie, he was unique in every way and an inspiration to millions. Absolute Bowie, Europe’s Finest David Bowie Tribute continue to celebrate the life and music of the Starman with a spectacular show …

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The "ACE NEW BAND IN TOWN" siren is wailing. Catholic Action are a product of Glasgow’s famously fertile music scene and have won fans across the UK with their inescapable melodies and equally fervent live show. After a run of …

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HOPE wrestling is back at Esquires!

THE PAD PRESENTS http://www.thepadpresents.com INHEAVEN + Freak - Saturday 18th February - Bedford Esquires We're very pleased to have INHEAVEN returning to us, a year after they played a low key date for us in room 2 at Esquires on …

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Raw electric blues. Raucous, punchy rocking blues as nature intended, perfect for blowing away the cobwebs and finishing off the weekend with a bang!

NOBLE JACKS are a rip-roaring Alt-Folk band with roof raising energy and whose warm electro-acoustic interactions fuse together with a mixture of upbeat folky footstompin' rhythms and engaging lyricism. The band encompasses heartfelt, yet uptempo songs showcasing fiddle, blues harmonica …

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Guns 2 Roses + guests Live at Bedford Esquires, Saturday 17th June @ 8pm The monthly Esquires Tribute night returns on the 17th June with Guns 2 Roses. If you're a GN'R fan then this is the night for you!! …

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Last Saturday of the month club! This Saturday 25th February we are opening up Holy Molys for a special afterparty - The Aftershow Incident! With a packed out Guns 2 Roses show on the main stage, what better way to …

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Catfish are a blues band who have most definitely been making waves in the blues world. January 2015 saw the release of their debut album, ‘So Many Roads’, which went straight to no. 1 in the IBBA blues airplay charts. …

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Join us on March 2nd for our 3rd Music Quiz Rock and Pop from the 50's to the present £2 per person to enter.. Up to teams of 4

£5 adv / £6OTD An extremely exciting This Feeling club night is heading to Esquires on Friday 3rd March, when John Hassall (The Libertines) brings his new band The April Rainers to Holy Molys for a low key date as …

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Missing Andy Missing Andy are a 5 piece Brit Pop Rock Guitar band from Essex. Come see what all the fuss is about!!! Missing Andy have gone from strength to strength after the release of their long awaited debut album …

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A bit of a double Birthday celebration ... Singer 'Rick Spencer' and 'John Bossendorfer '

THE PAD PRESENTS http://www.thepadpresents.com IDLES + Guests - 8pm, Sunday 5th March - Bedford Esquires *please note the band have moved their date as they were invited to play the SXSW Festival in Austin Texas on the original advertised day …

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Gaz Brookfield + special guests 7.30pm, Thursday 9th March at Bedford Esquires Gaz Brookfield is a solo acoustic musician based in Bristol. Since winning Acoustic magazine’s 2010 Singer Songwriter of the year, he has spent his time on the road, …

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SPECIAL KINDA MADNESS 8pm @ Bedford Esquires, Saturday 11th March 2017 Special Kinda Madness are coming back to Bedford Esquires on the 11th March 2017 with their classic take on Madness and The Specials. No strangers to Esquires or Bedford …

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Pale Blue Arrow presents --------------------------------> DANCEHALL / HULKENBURG / ICE CREAM HEADACHE Holy Moly's, Bedford Esquires 11th March - 8pm Pay What You Want DANCEHALL London-based trio Dancehall are one of the best new bands around right now - this …

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We are pleased to be able to return for another FREE entry night of live music at Bedford Esquires, where we give new acts the opportunity on a showcase night with the view to finding the future support and headline …

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DR. FEELGOOD + The Reformers 8pm, Friday 17th March, Bedford Esquires Formed on Canvey Island in Essex in the early 1970s Dr. Feelgood remains one of the most popular and exciting live rhythm and blues acts in the world. The …

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This St Patrick's day we are hosting an acoustic knees up even Shane Macgowan would be proud of! Join Rich Taylor, James Burke, Liam Burke and Joe Thornton (Blessem) for some St Paddys day cheer, with plenty of Guiness and …

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THE PAD PRESENTS http://www.thepadpresents.com “At last, real girls, young and believable, singing in their own voices.” - Viv Albertine (The Slits) “Skinny Girl Diet are what Hole might have sounded like had Courtney Love hailed from Wood Green rather than …

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Our dear friend Dave Crockett is not having the best time of it and is a bit poorly. We are doing a benefit show for him on the 18th March. Come along and support us.

One of England's premier Blues/Rock outfits Roadhouse was formed in 1991 by Gary Boner, ably assisted throughout by the driving bass of Bill Hobley and the powerful drumming of Roger Hunt. Seizing on an eclectic mix of influences from Lynyrd …

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Milburn It’s been ten years since Milburn’s major label debut ‘Well Well Well’. Now the band, who kick started the Sheffield revival that would give birth to – amongst others – Arctic Monkeys and Reverend & The Makers, are back! …

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BLACK HONEY are one of those special bands that slowly build the buzz, releasing one killer single after another and steadily charting an ascent to widespread exposure. One of the surest bets for stealing hearts and minds at festivals this …

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We're back in business, headlining Esquires on Friday 24th March with some true gems, hand picked by us for support duties, and a few new tunes to road test on your lovely ears. LIVE: The Scruff MONARCHS King Purple The …

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Masterplan Promotions Presents TRANSMISSION – ‘The sound of Joy Division’ 8pm, Bedford Esquires, Saturday 25th March The monthly tribute club continues at Bedford Esquires with the March edition devoted to recreating the atmosphere of a live Joy Division gig. Taking …

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Fran and Ben host another acoustic showcase, and it's looking golden! We have Acoustic Amy, Viviana Castellano and Nick (eNVy) and Paul Jackson (from the Omnivibes)

John Otway is an English singer-songwriter who has built a sizeable cult audience through extensive touring, a surreal sense of humour and a self-deprecating underdog persona. From the age of 9, John Otway knew he wanted to be a pop …

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THE PAD PRESENTS http://www.thepadpresents.com VANT + special guests Tangerines We have an absolute beast of a line up coming to town on Friday 31st March! VANT are coming back to Esquires for a special festival warm up show, having absolutely …

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The Pad Presents: DUB PISTOLS ‘20th Anniversary Tour’’ + guests + DJ 8pm, Saturday 1st April, Bedford Esquires Tickets £13 in advance As they gear up to celebrate 20 years of riotous marauding, the Dub Pistols are prepping their seventh …

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Mad Mods & Englishmen Live at Bedford Esquires, 8pm, Friday 7th April 2017 Anyone that has seen the 'Mad Mods' live will tell you that they are no traditional covers band. Their energetic performances have built them a massive following …

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Go tell ever'body Split Whiskers are back in town, they got a dollar and a quarter and they're ready to clown!. "...Split Whiskers embrace excellence when playing live, the show is a complete experience, you will leave after feeling refreshed …

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THE PAD PRESENTS http://www.thepadpresents.com MY BABY + Guests - Tuesday 11th April - Bedford Esquires We see a hell of a lot of bands over the space of a year, but this year our favourite Pad outing was heading over …

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Have any of you just formed a band and have 2 or 3 songs you'd like to try out? or are you a singer/songwriter that would like to try playing your material with other musicians? You could be a well …

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Naked Next Door Friday At 3 Porcelain gods Danny's Bar Bedford Esquires Doors 8pm Age 16+ FREE ENTRY PLEASE SHARE AND INVITE

All your favourite rock, metal and alternative tunes....we're back again for our yearly celebration of having a Friday off work and this time we're raising money for Ben's London Marathon run so search down the back of those sofas and …

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