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Put the Saturday 10th March 2012 in your diary because Brighthelmstone Promotions are hosting the very first 'Palmfest' at Hove's very own music saloon The Palmeira.

Tickets available for phonomenal price of £13 at Resident Records and Rounder Records in Brighton, Union Music in Lewes, the Palmeira itself and online at wegottickets.



You will have the opportunity to listen to the UK’s finest artists, bands established and rising whilst enjoying the UK’s finest Ales as well as a variety of hand picked DJ'S.

**The Line Up**

Peter Bruntnell (Full Band)

The godfather of UK Americana returns to the venue where his last headline gig received a glowing 5 star review in the Argus. Peter Bruntnell's latest release Black Mountain UFO is in Brighthelmstone Promotions top 10 albums of the year. Live they simply blow the roof off!

"His songs should be taught in schools" - NME

Bap Kennedy

Bap is a singer-songwriter from Belfast Northern Ireland. Bap Kennedy was in a successful band, Energy Orchard for many years and has written and performed songs with artists such as Steve Earle and friend Van Morrison. He toured the USA with Mark Knopfler of Dire Straits and also performed for five nights at the Royal Albert Hall.

“Warm and nostalgic, with an edge” – Mojo

Small Town Jones (Jim Jones)

Fresh from a beautiful live performance on Dermot O’Leary’s BBC Radio 2 show we are delighted to welcome back an artist that should be one to watch in 2012.

"Annoyingly good" - Dermot O’Leary - Radio 2

Caramel Jack (Full Band)

It's great to welcome back one of Brighton's favourite bands after too long a break! This band has been described as the UK's answer to Lambchop.

"The diversity is mind-spinning—country-folk to chamber-pop to burlesque with hip hop beats—and singer Joe Doveton a genuine find." - Uncut Magazine

The Caves

From Wales this melodic band bridge the gap between singer songwriter and powerpop perfectly.

“Style of music and influences: Lemonheads and Sparklehorse.” Drowned In Sound

Robert Vincent

Originally from Liverpool and with a Glastonbury performance on his CV we are looking forward to this performance. Robert also took part in the 50 years of Rock and Roll festival in Memphis Tennessee when he recorded in the legendary Sun Studios, Robert is another artist to watch in 2012.

Jamie Freeman Agreement (Full Band)

We are delighted to add Lewes' very own to the Palmfest bill.

Mike Morisson from Americanrootsuk.com describes Jamie's debut album 'Just You' below:

"Jamie’s instrument selection, arrangements and production could not possibly have been improved upon, always allowing his pleasantly expressive vocals, that are at times reminiscent of Paul Simon." Americanrootsuk.com

The Self Help Group

Fans of Vetiver take note! The Brighton based group will kick things of nicely with an accessible folk tinged sound with lush harmonies and weaving understated songs. The recent EP was posted to Brighthelmstone Promotions HQ and immediately caught our attention.

"The addition of undeniably good harmonies adds to that vibe with a refreshing feel good sound." - SQ magazine