Tony Bengtsson Band
North East-based Americana/Folk artist Tony Bengtsson’s hook-laden songs are ‘remarkable to say the least’ (Maverick Magazine) and his voice has been described as ‘the best for
country outside of America’ (Dan Walsh - premier UK banjo player).
The band brings the skills of four versatile, vastly experienced musicians to bear on Tony’s exceptional song-writing and vocals.
Chiming Telecaster, driving piano, soaring fiddle and a rhythm section firmly in the pocket are all overlaid with timeless melodies.
Tony Bengtsson is a North East-based Americana/Folk artist Tony Bengtsson’s hook-laden songs are ‘remarkable to say the least’ (Maverick Magazine) and his voice has been described as ‘the best for country outside of America’ (Dan Walsh - premier UK banjo player).
Tony’s solo album Snake in the Woodpile received 4-star reviews in Maverick and Rock and Reel magazines.
Bengtsson started writing in 2004 after swapping his drumsticks for a guitar. His writing takes you on a journey through his diary, drawing on relationship experiences, the death of his father, and more recently his political activism in songs like ‘This Little Country’ and ‘Count Me In’. Whatever the theme, the ethos of authenticity remains. The honest heartfelt message can be heard in all of his songs.
8pm, £10
Howard Street
North Shields Tyne and Wear NE30 1SE
Fri 14 Oct 2022