With Rachel Croft in full flow performing a cover of Sting’sFields of Gold the scene was already set upon arrival. A mesmerising performer, Rachel performed before a silent, appreciative audience. She made her way through a whimsical set of covers ranging from Beyonce to Eva Cassidy but it was her original material where she really shined. Rachel exhibited a fine poetic song writing craft, particularly in her songs Hear Me and Old Climbing Tree, the latter telling a beautiful folky story.

Then it was time for something completely different as the six members of These and The Other Guys squeezed into the small performing area. Consisting of keys, strings, snare and vocals, they journeyed through an impressive range of genres and styles including funk, blues, jazz, rockabilly and country. Jolly, sultry, Bohemian and hedonistic, These and The Other Guys were a delight to watch. They played engaging toe-tapping numbers one after another. Highlights were the bluesy Chocolate and the reggae-inspired Leave Them By The Door.