CULTURE CLUB
SOUND IT OUT JANUARY AT THE JUNCTION
Kicking off the Junction’s 2023 gig offering is Martyn Joseph, a revered folk artist with over 30 years in the industry. His music is driven by a keen sense of social awareness and tackling the complexity of the human condition. A natural raconteur, his songs weave stories full of emotion, passion and humour. See him on 25 January. Cambridge-based band Mr Griff returns to the Junction on 27 January for the launch of their second album The Architect . Front man Ian Griffith will be joined by an extra special ten-piece band, showcasing the talents of some of Cambridge’s very best instrumentalists. On 28 January, immerse yourself in the dazzling sonic world of award-winning DJ Niknak (pictured right), as she presents her latest project, Sankofa . Inspired by Afrofuturism and her comic book heroes, Niknak will channel her superpower of ‘turntablism’ to improvise rich soundscapes in response to the unfolding narrative of a young black woman on screen. Also on 28 January, catch the latest instalment of New Routes – featuring performances by Fern Maddie and Imlac. Fern Maddie is a multi- instrumentalist and singer-songwriter based in Central Vermont, who released her debut album Ghost Story in 2022 to great acclaim. Her sound blends dreamy instrumentals with crisp vocals and a bold folk style that draws on influences from dark country, experimental folk-rock and the modern trad renaissances. Imlac is a Scottish singer-songwriter raised on a diet of country music and bagpipes. He’s been songwriting since the age of 12 and is now making waves on the UK folk and blues scene. On 31 January, catch Radiohead drummer Philip Selway perform his latest solo show, coinciding with the release of his third album, Strange Dance . For more information and to book tickets, visit junction.co.uk
28 Jan
Don’t Miss! THERE’S SOMETHING FOR ALL TASTES THIS MONTH, FROM SAINT-SAËNS TO SEA SHANTIES
NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION 2 January, 4pm, Saffron Hall, from £18 Ring in the new year with a sparkling concert by the BBC Concert Orchestra. A programme of classical exuberance awaits, featuring Dvořák’s Song to the Moon from Rusalka , a selection of dances by Strauss and much more.
EDITORS 26 January, 7.30pm,
FISHERMAN’S FRIENDS 3 February, 7.30pm, Cambridge Corn Exchange, from £28
Cambridge Corn Exchange, from £33 Known for reinventing themselves between albums, Editors are back with a new chapter. Now with a more visceral sound, expect riotous performances from these indie mavericks.
With nine albums plus two feature films, a stage musical, book and documentary to their name, you’re bound to be reeled in by these Cornish legends when they come to Cambridge this year.
12 JANUARY 2023 CAMBSEDITION.CO.UK
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