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Mearfest carries on as a platform for beautiful and incredibly powerful music, art, poetry and discussion. We are here to raise awareness and to raise funds for Stillborn and infant loss. We receive letters and phone calls from people from all over the world wanting to talk and share their experiences Our own daughter Molly was born sleeping at 40 weeks. Her legacy lives on. In these difficult times we carry on and today we share one of the large family of bands we are connected to "The Room" The wonderful uplifting track The Golden ones " MEARFEST IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL KINDS OF REUNIONS, COLLABORATIONS AND SMALLER MIRACLES, HERE IS TEE RETS LEAD SINGER FROM RAMPANT TELLING IT HOW IT IS..... "Last June's Mearfest South was Rampant's 1st return gig after 38 years, returning with 3 new members. So much has happened since and it has been a cool journey in my personal musical life. Until I joined Bawls-Out in 2017, doing our first gig at the 2018 Mearfest warm up I hadn't fronted a band since 1993. I haven't looked back since I'm loving be back in the loop. I've met a load of great people these past few years and I'm playing with some brilliant players who I am truly blessed to be playing in bands with. This pic was taken at that Mearfest show last year and Rampant are very much looking forward to our special guests slot on 7th June this Summer. It's gonna be a cracker this year, joined onstage by 'The Young Rampanteers Kids Choir', also pictured here, backing us in our newly recorded and soon to released Mearfest anthem 'Angel Of Dreams (Beyond The Stars)', a song of Molly with words by Brian Mear with proceeds to the Mearfest charity. "   Let her shine through cloaks of darkness let her light the dead of night light from deep and hidden memories shining hard and shining bright let hope be always shining from us from our hearts within our soul let Molly bring us all together share her love and make us whole so let's shake off that cloak of shadow let her show your love inside let's fill our World with all her colour and no longer will you hide every one of us burns brightly each one of us can define so let this hand of coloured splendour be a beacon let it shine !     This design was based on a fantastic acrylic on canvas painting which Judith Fulton had created for us. The idea came from Verina Charlesworth a dear friend of Mearfest's. She wanted to have Molly's handprint but with Amélies rainbow essence within. It works so well, we have it proudly placed upon our wall at home. Now all this..... Martin Walkyier-Maia is our loyal t-shirt guy, he has only gone and worked his magic again, along with his graphics and printer guys. The new look "Molly" shirt has arrived It's bold, bright and beautiful After several days of worrying and fretting over Mearfest due to this Coronavirus outbreak, finally we have something to lighten the mood There has been a lot of thought and planning into this design Molly's hand is larger. Mearfest wording is much smaller. It's very different from our traditional rock shirts but then again we are very different, setting the bar high. Please help and support us and wear Molly with pride. And Molly Smiles Xx  The Eagle has landed! Saxons Eagle with John Slim wearing his "Molly" shirt in Dusseldorf tonight. John is helping Diamond head who are Supporting Saxon tonight along with the Doro This photo shows just how far Mearfest and Molly have come in four years How she has been embraced and her image of her hand has graced so many places and so many stages around the world THANK YOU JOHN SLIM WE LOVE YOUMolly exit stage left with John Slim in the Netherlands. Diamond head bringing the lightning to the Nations supporting Saxon   JIM SLIM - WIN WIN!!
This is my mate Andro Coulton
Andro was the original bass player in Witchfynde He now plays in Andro Coulton's Give em Hell Along with his Wife Shaz Coulton. They are friends of us all as a family They have been with us since the beginning of Mearfest as a metal festival. Both Andro and Shaz have been through a great deal in the few years we have known them Both me and Clare have decided that they shall both become Ambassadors for Mearfest and as such they will both receive something special at Mearfest South along with free life long membership to all our shows We will see the band in all its power and Majesty at Mearfest North in December Andro and Shaz thank you for all you do for us all in Molly's name Xxx
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Diamond Head Army⚡️ We are headed out on tour with Saxon this month and got few headline shows coming your way too. Tickets are selling fast so get yours soon! Use the links below or go to our website diamondheadofficial.com for details and tickets and we’ll see you all soon?? March 4th - Antwerp w. Saxon http://bit.ly/32OcwZl March 5th - Nijmegen w. Saxon http://bit.ly/2xc93bD March 6th - Ragnarok, Belgium (DH?Show) http://bit.ly/2Iiyp9U March 7th - Düsseldorf w. Saxon http://bit.ly/3cwSMhi March 8th - De Cacaofabriek, Netherlands (DH?Show) http://bit.ly/2IjcRda March 27th - Patti Pavilion, Swansea (DH?Show) http://bit.ly/2PLd3pY March 28th - London Hammersmith Apollo SOLD OUT! March 29th - Manchester Apollo w. Saxon http://bit.ly/38s6Y8o April 2nd - Warehouse23, Wakefield (DH?Show) http://bit.ly/3cuffvD April 3rd - The Welly, Hull (DH?Show) http://bit.ly/2PJ4ifK April 4th - Cathouse Rock Club, Glasgow (DH?Show) http://bit.ly/2TmeNYM #diamondhead #amievil #thecoffintrain #sirenartistmanagement #silverlining I'm a huge fan of the NWOBHM and through Mearfest we try and champion bands of that era and heritage I also love Classic British Rock from the Seventies. Occasionally I'm lucky enough to receive a CD to review and this fabulous album from Snatch back arrived a few days ago "Ride Hard Run Free" Snatch back were formed initially in 1974 and when you hear this album it has all the hallmarks of the best of British Hard Rock bands of that era. From the opening self titled track right through to the final notes of "She's dead" you are transported back in time. I'm in big old city centre pub Outside are parked Triumphs, Nortons and other British Stallions of the highway The place is packed out with leather jacketed punters. I've managed to get a pint of Worthington E Tobacco smoke hangs in the air Lights go down and arms raise up without a phone in sight. Valve amps hum, and suddenly were off!!! Ride hard, Run free the opening track is a bikers anthem it's full of power, chugging riffs and that galloping bass we all love so much It reminds me of very early Motorhead especially the vocal tone of John Cowley What follows is eight fantastic tracks of solid pure British Rock.(along with some great bonus live tracks from 78) Think of Uriah Heep, Wishbone Ash, Atomic Rooster, Quartz, Groundhogs and Troyen and you will be on the right lines. This band may hark back to a different era but the sound on this release is fantastic Crisp and clear as a bell You hear every note from Ste Byatts guitar John's vocals are perfect along with the bass of Ian Wood and the thunderous Steve Platt this is wonderful We may have all waited 40 years for this debut album but it's been worth every second. For lovers of the NWOBHM and Classic British Rock I really cannot fault this album Stand out tracks for me are the opener, "Rock in a cold climate"and" on the run " Snatch back keep a golden era of Rock not only alive but bursting with health and vitality Later this year Snatch back will be playing for Mearfest North once again and for very good reason. Bands with this amount of History and Quality are as rare as hens teeth Do yourselves a massive favour Beg, borrow or steal this album Better still buy it on LP (I'm ordering mine today) Magnificent!!! 10 out of 10 (Eleven if the dial allows)   THIS IS THE INCREDIBLE KEV MOORE from WITCH CROSS AND MANY MORE BANDS.
Be a voice, for those denied
Be a voice for those who cried Be a voice it's all we ask Be a voice a simple task Be a voice for those stillborn Be a voice for us that mourn Be a voice and make it loud Be a voice and make us proud Be a voice for those held dear Be a voice for Molly Mear Incredible pieces of art, dolls, bags, jewellery from the very talented Ceri Morgan have arrived today, each item has been beautifully crafted with the best materials, the ragdoll is a stunning piece of art in itself, perfect for the rockstar lady in your life (including your darling daughters). IF YOU WISH TO BID FOR THIS DOLL MESSAGE US! We hold an Auction and a Raffle over two days at Mearfest South We often have badges and patches and CD's etc from the bands but it's also wonderful to receive such lovely items If you would like to donate something from your band Merch or any item you think suitable we would be delighted to receive them Just message me and Claire. All funds from our competitions, Raffle, auctions etc go directly to our chosen Stillborn support group " Our Angel Bears" Ceri, thank you so much What a wonderful surprise this morning Xx Our Patrons Dibs Hawkwinder and Sam Kirwan snuck out and GOT MARRIED!!!!   Of course Molly was keeping an eye on things as she hung out with them, thanks to Mearfest rev. Carl Flynn Edwards. Farewell my harbinger of hope farewell my angel of dreams your skin is like holding ice Hope slips through my fingers I remain silent my expression is as cold as my daughters heart I leave you for I have work to do in the land of the lost and the living.   THANK YOU
Over the next few weeks we shall be holding an interview with each of the 16 bands playing Mearfest South on the 6th and 7th of June Today's band The Black Metal Gods... ABADDON!!! Antony tells us their story... 1, Tell me about the origins of the band? " Abaddon is the brainchild of myself ex Venom, Steve Hoggart ex Aardkore and guitarist extraordinaire David Bucket Turner 2, How did you hear about Mearfest? " I was made aware of Mearfest by the ex Venom Manager Eric Cook" 3, How would you describe your Music? " Our music is the very embodiment of everything Venom have ever stood for A mix of speed, punk, at extreme volumes" 4, What can we expect from your upcoming Mearfest performance " You can expect a fast, over the top hour of shout along Mayhem!!! 5, What are the bands future Plans? " We are looking to secure management and hitting the World Metal festivals" 6, What does the Symbol of Molly's hand mean to you? "Family, Pride, Passion"  Over the next few weeks we shall be holding an interview with each of the 16 bands playing Mearfest South on the 6th and 7th of June.
Today's band are the NWOBHM Legends Montreaux! 1, Tell me about the origins of the band "Montreaux Hail from Wolverhampton and were formed in 1981 Joining the effervescent NWOBHM scene to great effect!" 2, How did you hear about Mearfest? " We were contacted by fans from Europe who were interested in bands like us who played in the Eighties. They wanted to include us in a NWOBHM Encyclopedia!! Through this we heard of bands playing and enthusing about Mearfest" 3, How would you describe your music? "Melodic, creative, exciting rock and roll with a progressive twist"! 4, What can we expect from your upcoming Mearfest Performance? "A set containing a mixture of songs from our back catalogue and current material from our almost complete new album and of course a passionate performance is guaranteed! 5, What are the bands future Plans? " To promote our new album and to tour next year in the UK, and abroad and of course if invited play Mearfest!" 6, What does the Symbol of Molly's hand mean to you? "Out of Darkness, Cometh Light!" Montreaux play on Sunday Afternoon and having heard their glorious music I for one cannot wait for this!!! Over the next few weeks we shall be holding an interview with each of the 16 bands playing Mearfest South on the 6th and 7th of June First up is Steve Grimmett of Steve Grimmett's Grim Reaper who headline our Saturday We caught up with the main man in between his recording and touring commitments. 1, Tell me about the origins of the band? "Grim Reaper in one form or another have been going since the late seventies. GR originated in Droitwich and were a local band until Nick Bowcott reformulated the line up to include me and then things went from good to fantastic" 2, How did you first hear about Mearfest? " I think you came to a benefit gig but you had been talking to my Wife Amelia. Then we started to chat and it's all lead to this show for Molly" 3, How would you describe your Music? "Heavy Metal I guess I've never tried putting it in a box but I guess other people do." 4, What can we expect from your upcoming Mearfest Show? " WE ARE GOING TO RAIN DOWN HELL!!!!!" 5,What are the bands future Plans? "We are going on a 6 weeks tour of the States in August then there are plans to tour Japan, Australia and New Zealand in the Summer" 6, What does the symbol of Molly's Hand mean to you? " This means many things to me, Struggle, Grief, Charity, England at its best. The out pouring of love and hope are just the beginning from Molly's hand. I for one will always be holding it" Steve Grimmett's Grim Reaper will be heading Mearfest South on Saturday the 6th of June in Farnham Royal near Slough Berkshire    THANK YOU
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