THE WILDERS, the hillbilly hurricane from Kansas City, Missouri, make a welcome return to the Universal Hall with their hi-energy blend of bluegrass and hillbilly tunes. They wowed the crowds at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, carrying off a coveted Herald Angel, and collecting a clutch of five-star reviews. That led to television and radio sessions and a headline slot at the prestigious Bath International Music Festival. Their last album, ‘Someone’s Got To Pay’, went on to win the Alt-Country Album of The Year in the USA.

“They generate the kind of tunes that should by rights leave vapour trails.”  The Scotsman

Thurs 5th May, 7.30pm. £13/£11/£9 U-16’s

EDUARDO NIEBLA, the formidable flamenco-jazz guitar virtuoso and composer, embarks on his stunning new album tour “My Gypsy Waltz” This Universal Hall date is part of a nationwide tour of the UK which includes Celtic Connections and the Queen Elizabeth Hall, London.  This is intricate, passionate flamenco fused with a myriad of Eastern colours and a Gypsy-jazz edge.  It’s also a personal journey embracing the moment and celebrating life.  Eduardo will showcase the album with Carl Herring on accompanying guitar.

“A display of supernatural talent and a spellbinding mixture of flamenco and modern jazz, bursting with obvious passion and verve.” The Spectator

Fri 13th May, 8pm £10/£8/£6 U-16’s

Tickets for both gigs available at the Phoenix Stores 01309 690110 and online at www.thebooth.co.uk

Source: Universal Hall