MERSEYSIDE folk god Alun Parry has come up with a new showcase for protest songs and subversive songwriters. Liverpool Working Class Music Festival is part of the TUC's contribution to Liverpool's Capital of Culture celebrations. “The weekend brings together the very best of Britain's radical and subversive songwriters, “ says Alun. “It will be a musical celebration of the experiences of working people.” Jade Wright, Liverpool Echo

The festival, to be held at the New Picket.  It’s £25 for a weekend ticket to see all of these outstanding radical songwriters.

Liverpool Working Class Music Festival 2008 takes place from Friday, September 19 to Sunday, September 21 at The New Picket in Liverpool. Individual gig prices also available.

For full schedule and more details;  visit www.workingclassmusic.org.uk
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