No Riff Raff are Lynn Florkiewicz and Jim James, both ex professional musicians who have known each other since 1975 and who came together musically two years ago. With instruments to hand, they put on a very diverse selection of songs. Expect poignant folk songs as well as a smattering of jazz, comedy, music hall and audience participation.
JIM JAMES
Jim James began his career in traditional and comedy song in the acapella group Arky’s Toast who entertained at various folk clubs and festivals around the UK during the 70s and early 80s. Those in the traditional folk world may know Jim’s song, From the Old Half Moon to the Rising Sun, co-written with fellow Arky’s Toast member, Colin Gates. Their album was number 1 in the folk music charts when released.
A natural entertainer, Jim loves vamping on the melodeon, and admits that he would like to learn it properly !!!!
LYNN FLORKIEWICZ
Lynn began playing the guitar aged ten and started singing in folk clubs at the age of fourteen. She’s very influenced by Bert Jansch, Don McLean and, what she calls, the Laurel Canyon collective: Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, Crosby, Stills and Nash etc; however, she grew up in a home where every genre of music was played so she is often heard playing/singing a variety of styles when performing.
She is now working on an album of 1960s classics in open tuning which should be released in the spring of 2027.
£7.00
Tickets are available on the door, in advance at The Bridge, or by phone 01590 644861.
