The Lemon Grove

Bittersweet comfort: John Grant at the Lemon Grove, Exeter University

John Grant, Exeter University Lemon Grove, Wednesday 16 October 2013

Before you read this, do yourself a favour and have a listen to Queen Of Denmark , the 2010 debut solo album by former Czars frontman John Grant. If you don't already know it, it is an awed and heartbroken classic; a frank dissection of its author's troubled life and loves as well as a proud declaration of his homosexuality: sad, touching, funny and nostalgic, it is one of the finest records of recent years: a bold lyrical honesty couched in honeyed melodies.

Recorded with the Texan folk-rock band Midlake...

Foreign Beggars

Event Date: 
03/05/2013 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
The Lemon Grove, Exeter University

Since their formation in 2002, multi-faceted UK trio Foreign Beggars’ unique trajectory has seen them evolve from underground hip hop heroes to trailblazing electronic crossover act without ever forsaking an ounce their inimitable energy. The critically acclaimed group, individually known as MCs Orifice Vulgatron, Metropolis and DJ Nonames, have built this steadfast reputation as one of the UK’s most versatile, creative and prolific acts through a continuing desire to push the envelope that is as urgent now as it has ever been.

Deciding early on to forge their own path, Foreign...

Adam Isaac performs at The Lemon Grove, Exeter University

Event Date: 
25/01/2013 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
The Lemon Grove, Exeter University

Singer/songwriter/guitarist Adam Isaac has over 10 years of experience as a gigging musician and built a strong southwest following in his earlier years.

He has played many venues and festivals around the UK, supported Joss Stone on her UK tour in 2009, has been named brand ambassador for British freesports lifestyle brand Animal, and in 2012 Adam made it to the quarter final stages of BBC’s The Voice UK with the legendary Sir Tom Jones as coach.

Following his recent national exposure he is set to release an album in Autumn 2012 and tour the new original material with his...