Legendary Leeds-based troubadour Gary Stewart (Gary Stewart Band / Hope and Social) and his incredible six-piece band recreate Paul Simon’s landmark Graceland album in all its glory.
Expect to hear those magical songs, with their captivating stories, distinctive harmonies and South African rhythms brought to life in front of you with no detail spared; from the layers of guitars and percussion, right down to the legendary bass solos and maybe even some token dance moves – if you’re lucky!
Let the singing, dancing and nostalgia take hold and pretend you’re basking under the hot summer sun in Zimbabwe.
Dates & Times
From £17 (inc fees)
Gary Stewart (solo support) on-stage approx. 8pm
Graceland on-stage approx. 8:45pm
Show finishes approx. 10pm
Reviews
“Gary Stewart and his band masterfully recreated not just the sound of Paul Simon's Graceland album but also the energy and soul that makes the original recording such a huge joy to listen to. An ambitious and wonderful feat to achieve in a live performance.”
Joe Rusby, Underneath the Stars Festival
Gary Stewart’s Graceland
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