LIVE AT
COTHAM CLUB
BRISTOL

THE ROB LEAR BAND

A glorious set of catchy country-tinged Cymru-folk-Americana with a punchy pop drive.

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MELODICALLY INFECTIOUS MUSIC RANGING ACROSS THE AMERICANA SPECTRUM; STRIKINGLY HOOKY, LYRICALLY ARRESTING, AND ACHINGLY LOVELY.

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Rob Lear: vocals/guitar/ukulele
Terry Payne: guitar/mandolin
Tom Long: bass guitar/percussion
Liz Mullins: accordion/percussion/vocals

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From his base in the Welsh valleys, singer-songwriter Rob Lear has for years showcased his exquisite craft, a wonderfully classy offering that bridges rolling Cymru-folk-Americana, acoustica, country music, and a touch of joyous spun-sugar pop to superb, earwormy effect.

The heart of the show is the rare depth and beauty of Lear's songwriting, critically akin to Neil Finn (Crowded House), Lindsay Buckingham and Richard Thompson, supported by his sweet, evocative tenor vocals and charming presence, and the brilliance of his eclectic band of musicians.

Gentle nostalgia and sad-edged introspection is delivered with an upbeat, easy-on-the-ear swing that spreads harmonic happiness and brings those sitting to their feet and cutting the rug.

'Sung from the heart, warm and melodic.'
BBC Radio 1 'Rock Show'

'A formidable force... skillful ability to write likeable, catchy and bouncy tunes that make you sit up and smile and want to hum along.'
Plugged In Magazine

'One of this country's finest songwriters.'
Rock'N'Reel Magazine 

'Wonderfully brilliant.'
Fatea Magazine

https://roblearmusic.com

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For further concerts in the 2026 Cotham Club season, visit: https://hdfst.uk/cotham-club

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Cotham Club: a brilliant, eclectic monthly live global music club with a passion for community at its core.

Music, with all its subtlety and spirit, has immense power to unite people. It is the universal language of mankind. The sounds of Africa, America, Eurasia, and Oceania have always found a home in Bristol, and there are few better examples of the city's cultural cross-pollination than Cotham Club, a celebration in sound of what unites rather than divides. Each month we showcase some of the most diverse and brilliant musicians from Bristol and beyond, linking audiences to great music and to each other.

'Community-focused gigs welcoming an array of global musicians and gig-goers
of all ages, genders, neurotypes, and ethnicities.'
Bristol 24/7

epic cross-generational gigs (+) grassroots vibes (+) warmest crowds (in) brilliant space (w/) unique atmosphere (+) intimate feel (=) great night out

Website: https://cothamparishchurch.org/cotham-club
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cotham.club
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cotham.club

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Book tickets:
standard ticket prices (unless otherwise indicated):
£14 in advance | £16 on the door | £5 concessions | £2 under-18s

in advance:
from Headfirst Bristol online ticket shop: https://hdfst.uk/cotham-club
all tickets bought online should be printed or presented on your mobile phone/device

on-the-door:
tickets available in person from 7pm (subject to availability)

discounts:
● £5 concession tickets are available for: recipients of Universal and Pension Credit or Jobseekers Allowance; full-time students (NUS or valid student ID card); people with registered disabilities; and members of the Musicians' Union (The MU)
● £2 concession tickets are available for: accompanied under-18s
● free tickets are available for: asylum seekers/refugees, personal/care assistants or essential companions, and accompanied under-5s

pay-it-forward:
if you're feeling generous and you have the means, please consider choosing this rate | each Pay-It-Forward ticket helps to subsidise concession tickets and enables us to engage all communities of Bristol, helping more people experience the delight of watching live music

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Venue address:
Cotham Parish Church, Cotham Road (top of St Michael's Hill), Cotham, Bristol, BS6 6DR

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Drink & eat:
choose from a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (including wine, beer, and cider), hot drinks, soft drinks, and snacks

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Access:
level access from street to foyer, box office, auditorium, bar, and toilets

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Toilets:
accessible/wheelchair-accessible toilets available

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Travel:
bus: Firstbus service 72 (Bristol Temple Meads Station to UWE Frenchay Campus): https://www.firstbus.co.uk
train: 10-minute walk from Clifton Down Train Station: gwr.com | 15-minute walk from Redland Train Station: https://www.gwr.com
walking: 15-minute walk up St. Michael's Hill from Christmas Steps | 10-minute walk from Everyman Cinema, Whiteladies Road | 15-minute walk from The Arches, Cheltenham Road

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Car parking:
on-street parking available | limited on-site accessible parking available for Blue Badge holders

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