Join Roz and me for this great gig at Chalk, right next to Poole Valley Bus Station. St. Paul & The Broken Bones are coming all the way from Alabama, and they really sound terrific - check out one of their YouTube clips! They've played for Elton, now let them play for you!! I know it's 6 months away, but it'll sell out pretty quickly once all the social media get involved! Get your ticket direct from Chalk for £36.52 (sorry, I gave up with the link!) and I'll post meeting up details and a more sensible start-time nearer the time - but I think gigs there have to end by 10 pm due to licensing. NB There's no seating at this venue. "St. Paul & The Broken Bones are a powerhouse soul ensemble from Alabama known for their electrifying live shows and impassioned vocals. Formed in Birmingham in 2011, the band features Paul Janeway (vocals), Jesse Phillips (bass), Browan Lollar (guitar), Kevin Leon (drums), Al Gamble (keyboards), Allen Branstetter (trumpet), Chad Fisher (trombone), and Amari Ansari (saxophone). Their new self-titled sixth album marks a creative renewal—melding the band’s adventurous spirit with a return to soulful, song-focused roots. Recorded at the legendary FAME Studios and produced by Eg White (Adele, Celine Dion), the record blends psych-funk grooves, gospel-tinged ballads, and cinematic rock flourishes. Tracks like “Sushi and Coca-Cola” and “Going Back” reflect both personal introspection and the band’s deepened identity after a decade of evolution. St. Paul & The Broken Bones have shared stages with The Rolling Stones, Lizzo, and Black Pumas, and performed at major festivals like Coachella, Glastonbury, Lollapalooza, and Bonnaroo. Even Sir Elton John took notice, inviting them to perform at his Oscar party. Blending rock & roll, soul, R&B, and more, the band continues to captivate audiences around the world."

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