About us
Based in the Cotswolds, but influenced by celtic music from around the UK and beyond, the end result from Brimstone is a wonderful combination of different styles, genres, trad and contemporary, creating a beautiful sound which makes you feel good. During 2019 the band have played at Bromyard Folk Fesitval, Gloucester Folk Trail, Malvern RHS Show and played many private events - ceilidhs and background music Brimstone have a regular monthly gig at the Noel Arms Hotel, Chipping Campden. In 2018 Brimstone were invited back to the Malvern Spring and Autumn Shows, played at Oxford Folk Weekend, the Seabrights Arms Worcester, Worcester Museum and Art Gallery, Radnor Fringe Festival and Tintern Fete. In 2017, the band played at Asparafest , Stratford upon Avon River Festival Malvern Spring Show, The ArtYard Cafe, Enstone plus St Aldates Tavern in Oxford. In 2016 Brimstone formed as a band and were on stage at the Cotswold Living Landscape Festival and headlined at HanFest in Hanwell, Oxfordshire. There is a special energy that emerges from Brimstone based on years of playing together, friendship, fun. and a desire to entertain.
Brimstone
Keith Finlay has many years experience of fiddle playing at ceilidhs, weddings, parties and public gigs. Keith is a fine player of celtic music and plays with a twinkle in his eye.
Mike Beeston is the bodhran player in the band, providing one of the main foundations for the rhythm and sound. Mike also has an ear for a tune and is a strong vocalist, delivering lively songs with a sense of fun.
Clare Charlton has been playing whistle for over 12 years, she enjoys flowing harmonies and fast jigs, she can't usually smile when playing - but would, given a chance. Clare is also the caller for the band, she has been described by many as a "patient" caller but does like to add a bit of fun.
Photo credit Lindsay Fuhs www.worldslongesthoneymoon.com
Sarah Edwards, naturally smiling with exquisite guitar playing and a sublime lilting voice, a multi instrumentalist, Sarah also plays viola, piano accordian and whistle.
Jon Doran was one of the original members of the band. A talented musician and vocalist, he was a BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award Finalist in 2019 and is completing a Folk & Traditional Music degree at Newcastle University. He plays as a duo with Janice Burns (Balter) and has supported The East Pointers during one of their UK tours. To book Jon contact Ciaran.
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