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DARTFORD FOLK CLUB TURNS 52!! TUESDAY 25 NOVEMBER 2025 Mick Ryan and Paul Downes Paul's sensitive and yet fun approach to his live performances puts him among the most respected artists on the British acoustic music scene today. He has been introduced (much to his embarrassment) as one of the greatest acoustic guitarists in the world. It is easy to see why when you see the dazzling array of styles he performs with effortless brilliance, but at the same time he considers himself as a singer of songs, rather than a guitar technician. Paul has a rich musical background that has progressed through working with Phil Beer, The Arizona Smoke Revue, Pete Seeger andtheThe Joyce Gang. Mick is well known on the folk scene as a fine singer of traditional and original songs He was described by 'Folk Roots' as ´definitely the most underrated singer in the country. Having written both comic and serious material for the very poular band Crowsin the 1980s, he has since written for radio and a series of highly successful folk musicals including A Tollpuddle Man (with Graham Moore), A Day's Work, The Voyage, Tanks for the Memory and The Navvy's Wife. Together, Mick's wry observations on modern life and Paul's incisive asides make for an evening full of hilarity and engaging songs. Mick has a powerful, resonant voice and Paul is a splendid guitarist and singer and together they effortlessly shift between moods - one minute light-hearted and whimsical, the next deeply personal and moving, the next solidly traditional, all inviting interaction with the audience. This is definitely an evening NOT to be missed! For further information, please E-mail: dartfordfolkclub@gmail.com |
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PAM & ALAN COLLS
| Founders of the Dartford Folk Club, Pam and Alan Colls ran the Club together for over 40 years, booking an amazing variety of artists within the Folk genre. Sadly both Pam and Alan have passed away but, at our 50th Birthday celebrations in October 2023, the team, guests and audience raised a glass to remember their friendship, achievements and amazing contributions to the music world. The Dartford Folk Club is now managed by a small team of original members in memory of and as a legacy to Pam & Alan's love for music. For further information, bookings and enquiries please E-mail: dartfordfolkclub@gmail.com | |||||||||