A FEAST of live gigs are being staged at a unique event.
Local bands will be performing at The Hive in Winsford as it has been chosen to join major clubs across the UK to take part in Independent Venue week in February.
Indie bands from Northwich, Knutsford and Widnes will join musicians from across the country to play on Saturday, February 5.
Chris Carr, general manager of The Hive, said: "We have brought a UK touring band, The Lilacs, to Winsford and we are giving all the local bands a chance to showcase at the event.
"Come and support the bands and make it a great day."
Bingo Harry will be on stage
The Lilacs, featuring vocalist Ollie Anglesea, guitarist Sam Birchall, drummer Dave Gommersall and bassist Matty Johnson has released three singles, Vicarage Road, Something or Nothing and Seen it All.
This Wigan band, tipped for huge success this year, agreed to perform as a warm up show before they embark on a UK tour in March.
The Seabirds will be headlining
Other up and coming musicians on stage include The Seabirds, from Winsford, and local band Current Affairs.
Hangman's Howl, a duo from Knutsford, who are making a name for themselves around the area with catchy tunes and stunning harmonies, are heading for success.
Hangman's Howl, a duo from Knutsford, have been regulars at The Hive since last year
Sonum, a three-piece band from Northwich also have a bright future ahead of them.
Sonum, from Northwich, will be performing
Local performers Bingo Harry and Gus Glynn Band complete the line up.
The Gus Glynn Band have a big following
Doors open at 12 noon and acoustic acts will play in the cafe from 2pm to 3pm.
Performances in the main venue start at 3pm. The last band will finish for 10.30pm and an after show party continues until 2am.
A songwriters' session will be held on Sunday, February 6, from 4pm to 8pm, led by headline act Ian Prowse, from Amsterdam, who is embarking on a UK tour.
Singer songwriter Ian Prowse
"This will be a chilled out session from some of the best singer songwriters in the area, " said Chris.
George Borowski, known as guitar George in Dire Straits' Sultans of Swing and for playing with Teenage Fanclub, will be performing.
Amy Antrobus will also be singing.
Tickets for each day of the event at The Hive in Market Place is £5.
To book visit thehivelive.org
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