The Groovin' Weekender Curated by James Morton

                            The Groovin' Weekender 

                              September 6th/8th September 2024

A Music Weekend for the whole family dedicated to the love of Jazz, Funk, Hip-hop. and Nature.
We are defining where fusion is created, the  origins of these music genres.

JAMES MORTON

This weekender is curated by James Morton, a leading saxophonist, who knows a thing or two about fusion
Only someone deemed a prodigy with an otherworldly talent can move effortlessly between genres and create such an eclectic and unique lineup.

Gathering insight and experience spanning 30 years in the profession, to have James creatively manage this event is a once-in-a-lifetime event for a micro venue like Field Good.

To date, James has played the world stage with musicians including:
Pee Wee Ellis, The Allergies, Trip Hop Legends The Herbaliser, his talents appear on Pendulum’s platinum-selling Drum’n'Bass album Hold Your Colour and he has performed with some of the foremost artists in the world including Raphael Saadiq, Kasabian, Fred Wesley and The New JB’s, Roni Size, Tony Allen, Angelique Kidjo, Carleen Anderson, Marcella Detroit, The Mahotella Queens, Lillian Boutté, Beth Rowley, Clare Teal, Keith Tippett, Jason Rubello, Orphy Robinson, Jazz Jamaica, Snowboy and Tomorrow’s Warriors to name a few.

An exceptional lineup of live acts to introduce, explore and express the connection within music that brings us all together. The location, Field Good, is a stunning venue set in beautiful countryside near Bath.

 Field Good is dedicated to bringing music to the forefront of its season this year. 

HEADLINING SATURDAY

THE HERBALISER BAND

Way back In January 1995, Ollie Teeba and Jake Wherry AKA The Herbaliser, a sample-based beat-making duo from Twickenham, South West London, released their debut 12” single ‘The Real Killer’ on UK label Ninja Tune. The pair were deeply immersed in hip-hop culture and heavily into digging around in dusty record bins looking for funky samples.

As well as jazz and soul records, they had a particular taste in old movie soundtracks, which would become a particular characteristic of their production sound.

They soon followed up with their first LP, ‘Remedies’ Establishing themselves as one of the main features of the Ninja Tune crew, as they expanded their roster of eclectic artists and DJs. 

The following year, as they were recording their second full-length release, ‘Blow YourHeadphones’, they extended their output to include an 8-piece live band and debuted June 1996 at George IV in Brixton. The Herbaliser Band, (which would count among its members the likes of Easy Access, Chris Bowden, and Kaidi Tatham) continued, touring internationally, to great reception, from diverse audiences and would become regulars at a multitude of electronic, dance, dub, and jazz festivals, worldwide, for the next two decades or so.

Now, in 2023, after something of a hiatus, The Herbaliser Band has reformed with a lineup that currently includes Easy Access AKA Ralph Lamb (trumpet/flugelhorn) and Andrew Ross (tenor/baritone sax-flute), James Morton (alto sax), Micah Moody (drums), Patrick Dawes (percussion) and Ollie Teeba on the turntables.

HEADLINING FRIDAY

THE ALLERGIES LIVE

The Allergies LIVE featuring Andy Cooper from Ugly Duckling, deadly diva Marietta Smith and James Morton on sax 

https://diplomatsofsound.org/artist/the-allergies/

Since forming in 2012, The Allergies have made it their mission to reshape funky vintage sounds for the modern dancefloor.

Both skilled turntablists in their own right, and known for their 45-only vinyl sets, the duo of DJ Moneyshot & Rackabeat first bonded over their love of classic hip-hop and beats, then decided to pool their knowledge and skills into making their music.

“We like breaks, funky basslines, horns and dancefloor grooves. We’re inspired by the golden eras of funk, soul, disco and hip-hop, and we try and cram that into three and a half minutes.”

HEADLING SUNDAY JAMES MORTON at The Sunday Jazz Club

The one-and-only playing with Groove den on Sunday 8th September 

DENNIS ROLLINS

A passionate performer and educator, British trombone player Dennis Rollins MBE has established a reputation as an artist of excellence and has lent his unique and stylish talents to some of this country's, and indeed the world's, top jazz and pop personalities such as Courtney Pine, Maceo Parker, Jamiroquai, US3, The Brand New Heavies, Blur, Monty Alexander, Pee Wee Ellis and Jean Toussaint, amongst others.

JAMES MORTON'S GROOVE DEN
Groove Den is a collaborative meeting of minds and the brainchild of Bristol music heavyweight James Morton. Influenced by a wide range of musical styles including jazz, funk, hip-hop, soul, and rock, the common thread is groove and feel.

WEBSITE  BELOW

https://jamesmortonsax.com/

THE JAZZ DEFENDERS

Led by one of the UK's most formidable jazz pianists, George Cooper, The Jazz Defenders are a group born from a deep love of Blue Note jazz, drawing on a wealth of inspiration to craft their own raw and vibrant compositions combining solid grooves and catchy horn lines fusing Soul, Jazz, Hip Hop, soundtrack and groove into a masterful union that leaves audiences mesmerised.

THE TONY REMY BAND

Tony Remy is a Guitarist and producer born in London, UK 1962. He also plays piano, flute and saxophone.
He has worked with artists such as Courtney Pine, Jason Rebello, Freddy Hubbard, Lonnie Liston Smith, Lenny White, Omar, Gary Barlow, Simply Red, US3, Cleveland Watkiss, Pee Wee Ellis, Ronnie Laws, Nelson Rangell, Maysa Leak, Matt Bianco and Karen Ramirez. As well as releasing solo material he has featured in the line up of numerous groups.

GENERAL.Camping is included  at Field Good with all the fun that brings. Family-friendly and easy-going site. it's £20 extra for live in vehicles.

Loos and showers are also brought to site.

Do ypu Want Extra Luxury ?

Glamping booked via https://www.tinkerbelltenthire.co.uk/ This is booked  on top of yput ticket purchase.

We have a central firepit and lots of great food bringing family and friends together in a unique, intimate and inclusive venue.

This year includes an insane BBQ and Smoker installation, all fresh with great Meat and Veggie options including fantastic Salads, Pizzas, Jerk Chicken, and as ever a few surprises to tantalise your taste buds! 

And of course, the famous Field Good Bar serves fantastic drinks... not forgetting our Rum Cocktail JandyTM... signature Bloody Mary made with bourbon 'The Bloody James Morton' will also be available may as well be tongue-in-cheek as we always endeavor to create a fun and light-hearted atmosphere for all our guests.

FAMILY TIMES at GROOVIN'

Workshops will include Rap demos with LA Hip-hop legend Andy Cooper from Ugly Ducking.

Ugly Duckling is an American hip-hop group that formed around 1993. Ugly Duckling's members include Dizzy Dustin (Dustin McFarland), Young Einstein (Rodney Pleasant Jr.), and Andy Cooper. The band decided to take the name Ugly Duckling because they felt like outcasts in the hip-hop scene of the mid-1990s. They remain one of the most prominent underground hip-hop groups.

BOUNCY CASTLE AND GAMES

STREET DANCE with PENNY 

Learn some classic moves with an exceptional teacher who radiates sunshine  and positive feelings wherever she goes!

BEAT BOXING

FACE PAINTING from Fantasy Faces 4

Q&A up closer and personal chats with some of the artists .. all will be revealed! 

Learn about what makes them tick .. hear some stories and generally have a chinwag.

This event is sponsored by Jandy TM THE drink that nearly everyone loves

And Tinkerbell glamping  https://www.tinkerbelltenthire.co.uk/

To book a fantastic tent with them for the weekend please contact hello@tinkerbelltenthire.co.uk

Simply say you're attending Groovin for a special price!

Groovin' is designed to be very family-centric encouraging inquisitively from the young via workshops and playing outside, An exceptional lineup, and fascinating talks for the dedicated music lover evoking the links in history between Jazz, Funk, and Hip Hop
Something for everyone that's for sure!

Get your Groove on at Groovin'

Early bird £60 finished 5th May 

150 £80

Kids under 13 free

Teens £25 13-18

Friendly Dogs Welcome

FYI 

Field Good is home to the LARGEST ❤️  LOVE Molecule structure on the planet right now!! It seats 100 people in LoVe ❤️ see you soon ...