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We now have the Carnivale Calypso Curry and jerk chicken wings for sale on the bar all supplied by Jukes Caribbean restaurant.

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It's freezing outside!! So come on down to the Welly for a more Caribbean atmosphere. Cheap rum, Jamaican beer, laid back hot vibes!!

On Sunday, in keeping with our Carnivale theme we present Tudo Bem – a Brazilian Latin duo. You can expect to hear a collection of well known Brazilian favourites, as well as other styles of music that are less well known outside of Brazil such as Funk, Samba-Reggae, Samba-Rock and Baião. Pedro Martins from Sao Paulo, moved to Brighton from France 10 years ago, and has played all over the world including at O2 Arena, he also DJs, acts and leads his own band Bazeado. Monica is from Rio de Janiero and is the lead singer and great dancer.

The Hot Tub o' Trench Town

Saturday Evening Carnivale !! – Reggae DJs – The Baptists They are DJs with a long legacy in Brighton bringing a Jamaican flavour to the weekend. February 27 @ 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm

Saturday Afternoon Jazz Session February 27th @ 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm Back to being on the second and fourth Saturdays for 2015 – ! Local musicians jamming in a mellow tone from 3 Pm – guests have included Michele Nardell, Zoe Lewis, Matt Szul, Andy Worthy, Theseus Gerard, Victoria Wilson, Dave Smith, Piers Clarke, Spencer Prescod . … but watch this space – always high quality and accessible.

Music this Friday at CARNIVALE !!!! Carnivale – The Hot Tub o’ TrenchTown February 26th @ 8:45 pm - 11:30 pm Called in at the last minute because of the death of Castro … the Hot Tub o’ TrenchTown bear no relation to any other band of a similar name playing Gypsy fueled Jazz with a Latin Twist & a big pinch of the Caribbean. Special guests abound to help ease down our Carnivale …

This Thursday our monthly .... DJ Jazzman February 25th @ 8:30 pm - 11:20 pm Hip Cat laying down some cool vibes daddy-o. Bring your wax as well greybeards, and the man will spin your tunes. Sit back and loosen up yo wig !!

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Calling all those who can wield a paint brush/make a paper chain/are free on Wednesday eve; we are hosting an emergency craft session tomorrow in anticipation of CARNIVALE this weekend. Woot. Currently in our collection, a couple of dubiously shaped paper mache fruit pieces... We need your help. The pug needs your help.

Friday Night Music The Shivers February 19th @ 9:00 pm - 11:30 pm Sister band to our lovely regulars "The Blind Lemons" - expect hard-hitting Rock, Blues & RnB.

Music Sunday Afternoon The Tom Phelan Trio February 21st @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm World Class pianist Tom Phelan is joined by a guest vocalist, this time Abi Flynn, and Terry Pack on double-bass for an afternoon of beautiful classic jazz. Expect Ella, Jobim, Sinatra, but without the backing tapes – just top class musicianship.

Music this Saturday L A Blues Storm February 20th @ 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm Singer Lee’s musical pedigree is second to none. From a famous musical family, classically trained and years of gigging every type of music, Lee is finally singing her first musical love, the soulful side of Blues – early Aretha, Billie Holiday, Etta James. Lee’s powerful vocals are highlighted with Blues Storm’s eclectic repertoire, from Janis Joplin to BB King, via Deep Purple, Susan Tedeschi and Johnnie Lang. Lee is also a highly respected vocal coach, giving children as young as 9 the chance to perform in front of an audience at one of the many performance nights she runs for them.