Music at the Mill: 20, 27 August 2009

Music at the Mill: Michael Weston King (20 August) and Corinne West (27 August)

Two star performers in their particular genres will conclude the Music at the Mill summer season on successive dates at Otterton, picturesquely situated on the River Otter just a few miles north of Budleigh Salterton.
On Thursday 20 August 2009 former leader of the Good Sons and now a highly respected solo musician, Michael Weston King brings his trademark vocals and melodic songs back to the Mill. Expect great originals plus stunning interpretations of songs by such stars as Neil Young, The Beatles and Bob Dylan. “One of Britain’s most eloquent singers - achingly beautiful stuff,” was a verdict from a Daily Express reviewer.
Then a week later on Thursday 27 August, Otterton Mill music lovers will have the chance of hearing American artiste Corinne West. This is a very welcome return from one of the most exciting and soulful country/ folk/ bluegrass musicians to have emerged from the US in recent years.
“Corinne sings the story of life unfolding, and delivers strong, focused and emotionally powerful songs, rich with stellar musicianship and expressive vocals,” says the Mill. “We're delighted to announce the line-up for Corinne's Otterton gig will be Corinne on vocals and rhythm guitar, esteemed Canadian multi-instrumentalist Doug Cox on slide guitars and Marie-Jo Dandeneau on bass – this line-up is appearing exclusively at Otterton, on the Bob Harris show and at Shrewsbury Festival!”
Otterton Mill’s music nights always feature menus of fabulous food. Meals are served from 6.00 pm, and the music starts at 8.00 pm.

(Note: ticket prices shown cover the music only).

Tickets: £10.50 (20 August); £12.50 (27 August)

To book, call 01395 568521.

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