# Event Details - **Event Name**: Rebel Valentine’s Café: Fergus Quill (Xero Slingsby) + Tom Waits for No Man - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 pm - **Event Description**: Alternative Valentine’s night out for rebel hearts & minds...About this EventPlease note, the advertised start time is when our doors will open, generally music starts one hour after doors.---Alternative Valentine’s night out for rebel hearts & minds – singles, couples, poly folks, opens, friends & lovers all welcome. There will be cocktails, candles, hearty dinner for those who fancy it, an avant-garde cabaret atmosphere… With a musical homage to the Leeds alt-jazz pioneer Xero Slingsby from rising star Fergus Quill, and a female-fronted homage to the excellence of Tom Waits from local jazz legends. No imitation, just celebration!Fergus QuillFrom spaghetti western mayhem to being likened to the magic of the Sun Ra Arkestra, Fergus Quill is one of the hottest acts in the English jazz scene at the moment, notably recently playing at Ronnie Scotts with his Imaginary Big Band whilst also playing an important part in the free jazz experimental punk scene of Leeds.This time, Fergus graces our stage with a musical homage to the Leeds alt-jazz pioneer of the 1980s, alto saxophonist Xero Slingsby and his band The Works, celebrated for their unique brand of "no categories" improvised music which brought together their mutual love for jazz, punk, funk, and TV soundtracks, all tied up with a huge dose of northern working-class humour. Xero was also a prolific busker/street musician, who challenged every arrest and court appearance and became a one-man buskers' rights champion.Fergus felt a kinship with Xero and wanted to make an album of his compositions as a homage to him but also to join the dots between the original Leeds alt-jazz pioneer and the vibrant DIY jazz/improvised music scene in the city today. With the blessing of Xero's widow Sally Coe, Who kindly provided some of Xero’s original homemade instruments for the session, this project finally came to life in spring/summer 2023.Tom Waits for No ManLindsay Hannon, Paul Grainger, Alan Law and Brendan Murphy are Tom Waits for No Man – a homage to the song writing prowess of one of America’s most enduring composers. They don’t seek to impersonate Waits work, rather celebrate it; sometimes re arranging the material, seeking new interpretations and sometimes by stripping it back and letting the sheer calibre of the song writing speak for itself.From the tender nostalgia of 'Martha', the gospel infused 'Picture in a frame' and the variously, dark, comedic and lewd content of such numbers as 'Pasties and a G-string’, ‘Tango till they’re sore’, 'The Piano has been Drinking’; this may be an opportunity to reacquaint yourself with this stellar artist, or perhaps discover for the first time, a few of the reasons that maintain his reputation as songwriter of international acclaim.---Please note we are unable to offer refunds. You can to view our full refunds policy. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/shieldfield/rebel-valentine’s-café-fergus-quill-xero-slingsby-tom-waits-for-no-man/100001981212722586 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, valentines-day, workshops, live-music, art, comedy - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 23.86, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Shieldfield - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Cobalt Studios - **lat**: 54.9759598 - **long**: -1.5956079 - **full address**: Cobalt Studios, 10 Boyd Street, Shieldfield, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Rebel Valentine’s Café: Fergus Quill (Xero Slingsby) + Tom Waits for No Man - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/6a40d5a2c499e3b259142528a85c79d2a7a34e2f55ba4c0c83e85a6399c60828-rimg-w1200-h628-dcf7f68f-gmir.jpg?v=1769016071 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Rebel Valentine’s Café: Fergus Quill (Xero Slingsby) + Tom Waits for No Man being held? - **A:** Rebel Valentine’s Café: Fergus Quill (Xero Slingsby) + Tom Waits for No Man takes place on Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 14 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Cobalt Studios, 10 Boyd Street, Shieldfield, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Rebel Valentine’s Café: Fergus Quill (Xero Slingsby) + Tom Waits for No Man? - **A:** Tickets for Rebel Valentine’s Café: Fergus Quill (Xero Slingsby) + Tom Waits for No Man are priced at GBP 24 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilitySurviving (gig only)GBP 11 + GBP 1 feeAvailableDriving (gig only)GBP 13 + GBP 1 feeAvailableThriving (gig only)GBP 15 + GBP 1 feeAvailableGig and dinnerGBP 24 + GBP 2 feeAvailableMeatFreeAvailableVegetarianFreeAvailableVeganFreeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Rebel Valentine’s Café: Fergus Quill (Xero Slingsby) + Tom Waits for No Man? - **A:** Rebel Valentine’s Café: Fergus Quill (Xero Slingsby) + Tom Waits for No Man is organized by Cobalt Studios CIC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Rebel Valentine’s Café: Fergus Quill (Xero Slingsby) + Tom Waits for No Man is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Shieldfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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