AN EVENING WITH THE SEAHORSES LEAD SINGER, WITH SPECIAL GUESTS BETH SARAH AND CHRIS KEATES
Rising to fame in the 1990s as frontman of indie band The Seahorses singer-songwriter Chris Helme is now producing acclaimed folk-infused tracks as a solo artist, including with a new album readying for release in Spring 2024.
His enviable back catalogue includes Britpop classics such as ‘Love is the Law’ and ‘Blinded by the Sun’ from his time with John Squires’ post-Stone Roses band, The Seahorses. But beyond these well-loved indie hits Helme has matured into a songwriter of regard for noir-tinged folk gems blistering with emotion.
From rousing sing-a-longs of Britpop classics to underrated indie-folk gems Chris Helme is among the finest singer-songwriters on the circuit today and the release of long-awaited new material should only confirm his reputation and give audiences fresh favourites to enjoy alongside his indie classics.
“Echoing the fragility of Gram Parsons, while flirting with the rustic side of Neil Young” Uncut
“Dreamy but driven indie folk. Enhanced by lavishly layered production and a deftly deployed string quartet.” Q Magazine
“A memorable collection of songs that should establish Helme in his own right and give him the recognition he deserves.” Mojo
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With support from Singer-Songwriter Beth Sarah
Beth Sarah is a talented singer-songwriter whose music combines the nostalgia of 90s indie with her own unique, uplifting perspective on change and personal growth. Born and raised in the coastal town of Worthing, England, Beth began writing songs at the age of 14, using music as a way to process complex emotions and experiences.
Beth released her first solo track, Rollerskates, in 2020. She has since formed a full band and released her debut album, Let Her Go, in early 2023. The album is a journey of self-discovery, exploring the inner battles and ultimate freedom that comes with allowing oneself to change.
With her unique sound and positive message, Beth Sarah is an artist to watch, and her music is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever experienced the ups and downs of personal growth and change.
Introducing Chris Keats
Chris KEATS describes music making as “better than” therapy. The Brighton born, 21st century folk raconteur and world traveler writes songs to heal both his audience and himself. He is a solo singer-songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist inspired by his harmonica-playing grandfather. Citing Damien Rice, Ray Lamontagne, Ben Howard and Neil Young as his major influences, he is backed predominantly on guitar, describing his songwriting as a “natural process” turning his “stream of consciousness into melodies.”