Ahead of RATTLERFEST which takes place from 19-20 April at HEALEYS CYDER FARM in Penhallow (nr Truro), we wanted to chat to bands and artists performing at the festival so YOU can plan your weekend. Next up is local blues duo SOUTHERN FRIED GROOVE QUEENS….
Please describe your act/band and tell us a fascinating fact that not many people would know...
We’re a high Octane, low down, Boy/Girl Blues duo based on the Blues of the Juke Joints in the Deep South Of the Mississippi. Cooked to perfection using a traditional recipe passed down through the generations. It’s Groovy and Hypnotic, Whisky and Heartache soaked, fiery and smokey, with a heavy heart thumping kick. As for an interesting fact….Lucy’s Dad dedicated his life to the Blues, played with and interviewed all the greats from Bo Diddley to B.B and Indoctrinated Luce into the Blues by taking her on a tour of Bluesmen’s graves in the Mississippi as a child. You could say the blues runs through her blood!
When did your relationship with Rattlerfest start? (hint: not as an act but maybe through media or seeing someone else there or getting caught up in something)
Despite it running for a fourth year we’re actually a pair of Rattlerfest Virgins, but Lucy is usually never seen without a refreshing Ice cold Cider in her hands with Rattler being a particular favorite. When we heard there was a Rattler festival we were both stoked. I think this is a bucket list dream for Lucy!
Have you played Rattlerfest before? If so, when and if not, what are you looking forward to the most?
Other than playing and drinking Rattler, we’re both fans of a good old knees up in a field so we’ll be there soaking up the ambiance and meeting fellow Rattler revellers. We might even have a crack at the Rattler Olympics!
What was your reaction when you knew you would be playing there this year?
Lucy is a time served Rattler consumer and when we found out there was a Rattler Festival we knew it was written in the stars
From the bands announced so far, who are you looking forward to seeing and who would you hope may yet make it onto the bill?
Gotta shout out the locals, Andy Quick band and Malavita are ace but we’re here for the hidden Gems yet to be discovered.
There is a Rattler Shop onsite, will you be paying a visit for some takeaway produce?
This is music to our ears! We’ll definitely be there. We’re a pair of dirt poor musicians however so we’re looking for a Rattler Sponsorship deal. A Lifetime supply of Rattler for Lucy would be the dream.
Are you planning on a pasty, ice cream, cream tea whilst in Cornwall?
Absolutely! As Devonshire natives looking for peaceful relations so we’re gonna stay out of the Cream tea debate, but to pay our dues; no one does Pasties and Ice Cream like the Cornish.
Finally, why should a festival punter make an effort to see you guys at Rattlerfest this year?
If you like that infectious Toe Tappin’ Dirty old School Mississippi Boogie, then we’ve got the secret blend of herbs and spices up our sleeve!
Catch the band onstage, early evening on Saturday.
Tickets for RATTLERFEST are available HERE
Keep up to date with SOUTHERN FRIED GROOVE QUEENS at the sites below.