About This Event
friday funk @ temperance | Stevie Watts and the Whirlybirds (ft Shanade) takes place at Temperance, 33 Bath Street, Leamington Spa, CV31 3AF, on Friday, 30 October 2026 at 7:00 PM. The event features The Whirlybirds fronted by multi award winning Stevie Watts, with Grant Allardyce on drums and Olly Knight Smith on guitar.
The UK-based trio are joined by powerhouse vocals from Shanade. Their performance is described as a blend of vintage funk and deep soul-drenched grooves driven by the sound of the Hammond organ. The lineup also connects Stevie Watts with credits including Secret Affair and Steve Winwood.
Quotes associated with the release include praise from Craig Charles of the Craig Charles Funk & Soul Show, Paul Long, chair at IBBA and radio show presenter, and Jason Elliott, former director at the Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival.
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