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Brighten the Corners' Sadie Rycraft reviews last week's best live music performances in Ipswich and gives you the low-down on this week's must-see gigs.
Coming up this week
It's the final week of Brighten the Corners' schedule before Christmas and they've got three crackers lined up for you.
Tuesday, 17th December
Nina Arya & sophiethegreat at The Smokehouse
Making Waves presents local singer songwriters Nina Arya & sophiethegreat as part of their course finale.

Saturday, 21st December
Dolce Fire at The Smokehouse
Dolce Fire headline The Smokehouse for the venue's final gig of 2024!

Reno & Rome at St Stephen's Church
Defined by smooth vocals layered over synth-heavy arrangements, tight guitar lines and rhythmic, driving beats; Suffolk band Reno & Rome headline St Stephen's Church.

Mark your calendars and grab your tickets while you still can and don't forget to head over to St Stephen's Church on Friday to celebrate a brilliant year of live music with the BTC team this Friday.
Festive Drinks at St Stephen's Church
Head down to St Stephen's Church this Friday for festive drinks and music to celebrate the brilliant year of live music with the BTC team. Entry is free.

Last week's highlights
Friday, 13th December
Connor Adams at The Smokehouse
Connor Adams hosted an acoustic Christmas gig at The Smokehouse, filled with cozy renditions of fan favourites and classic holiday tunes. Support came from local singer songwriters Leon O'Leary and Grace Calver. A portion of ticket sales is going towards supporting Ipswich's local food bank.
Huey Morgan at The Baths
This sold-out gig with Huey Morgan had the crowd dancing all night to his NYC Block Party - a funk-loving night of hip-hop and disco - tribute to New York in the 70s. A gig-goer on Instagram said "Such a great night! Lovely people, brilliant party."

Saturday, 14th December
Out On The Floor at St Stephen's Church
Nonsuchdjs and John Skelt presented a night of Northern Soul, Tamla Motown and Crossover at St Stephen's Church on Saturday. Fans danced the night away to eclectic beats and soulful grooves, and are already asking when the next will be.
Indifferent Engine at The Smokehouse
Indifferent Engine headlined The Smokehouse, drawing inspiration from early hardcore, art punk, post-rock, ambient music, pulp science fiction and obsolete electronics. Support came from OI NAH and Mountain Peaks.

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