Soundhouse: The Foo Birds
The Soundhouse Organisation presents 8-piece funk/soul band 'The Foo Birds' at Traverse Theatre on 18th June.
About Soundhouse: The Foo Birds
Sorry, but this event has been and gone!
Soundhouse Organisation
The Foo Birds distil the essentials of pop music: solid song craft, endless hooks, and propulsive grooves. But they re-assemble them according to their own recipe, informed by an irresistible mix of jazz-schooling, open-hearted lyrics and precision funkiness. All in all, it all makes for a sound whose roots are on display for all to see, but with a nuance that is entirely their own.
Hailing from all around the UK, the bands guitarist, bassist, pianist and drummer met as the rhythm section of Edinburgh University Jazz Orchestra; their shared love of jazz turned out to be not as strong as their collective obsession with classic pop and danceable soul music. They talent spotted singer Kate when she sang a Michael Jackson arrangement with the orchestra; Lister’s natural pop sensibilities and disarming vocals were a perfect fit for Alex and Dan’s catchy, sparky songs. Only one thing was missing from the line-up: a punchy horn section — welcome stage right Ed and Jess on trumpet and tenor saxophone.
The band moved from frequent performances at Edinburgh’s Jazz Bar, to several UK tours, festival appearances and trips to Belgium and Croatia. With two albums of original songs under their belt, there’s no sign of them slowing down, and as their second album title suggests, who knows what's Round the Corner…
Venue
Traverse Bar Café
While we take every opportunity to ensure the details for Soundhouse: The Foo Birds are accurate, we always advise that you contact the event organiser before setting out for the event to avoid disapointment.
Want to be the first to hear about what's happening in Edinburgh? Just hit 'Like' on our What's On Edinburgh Facebook page and 'Follow' on our @WhatOnEdinburgh Twitter account and you're all set!
Other Events at Traverse Theatre
A Play, A Pie and A Pint
11th September 2018 - 20th October 2018
A popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns with six new plays to light up your lunchtime. Ticket includes a pie and a drink.
Arctic Oil
9th October 2018 - 20th October 2018
Written by the award-winning Clare Duffy and directed by Gareth Nicholls, Arctic Oil gets under the skin of what climate change could make us do to the people we love.
Soundhouse: Nathan Bell
15th October 2018
After stunned a capacity crowd into hushed silence when he took the stage at Òran Mór in 2017, Nathan Bell plays the Traverse Bar Café on 15th October.
The Macbeths
16th October 2018 - 20th October 2018
This new adaptation focuses on the relationship between one of the most famous killers in literature and his wife!
Soundhouse: Talisk
22nd October 2018
The Soundhouse Organisation is delighted to present award winning folk band Talisk at Traverse Bar Café on 22nd October.
The Unreturning
24th October 2018 - 27th October 2018
A Frantic Assembly and Theatre Royal Plymouth production present the Scottish Premiere of The Unreturning, a compelling new play by Anna Jordan, at Traverse Theatre in October.
First Look Readings
25th October 2018 - 27th October 2018
Join us in a celebration of brand new writing, as we present three Traverse commissioned plays in front of an audience for the very first time.
Soundhouse: Cua
29th October 2018
Soundhouse is delighted to present Irish trio Cua. Catch the band in action at their first ever Scottish tour on October 29th at Traverse Bar Café!
Scratch That
30th October 2018
Come and join Imaginate for Scratch That!, an evening of new ideas for work for young audiences, presented in partnership with the Traverse.
Soundhouse: The Dine Notes + Viper Swing
5th November 2018
Soundhouse presents a great double bill of jazz from the 20s, 30s and 40s featuring Edinburgh's premier swing band Viper Swing and London's New Orleans combo The Dime Notes.
Stuff
6th November 2018 - 7th November 2018
Told with humour and tenderness 'Stuff' will resonate in its view of our attachment to things, and our need for attachment to each other.
The Last Witch
7th November 2018 - 10th November 2018
A rich, poetic tale full of ambiguity and suspense, The Last Witch reimagines the true story of the alleged Witch of Dornoch.
Soundhouse: Sheelanagig
11th November 2018
Sheelanagig for over a decade have brought their array of foot-stomping folk tunes to audiences across the globe and you can catch them on 11th November at Traverse Bar Café.
Soundhouse: Chris Wood
12th November 2018
Catch musician, composer and song writer Chris Wood, whose music reveals his love for the un-official history of the English speaking people, at the Traverse Bar Café on November 12th!
Chrysalis: There is a Globe Stuck in My Throat
15th November 2018 - 17th November 2018
This production focuses on the inner turmoil experienced by carefree and fun-loving youth in a world that can no longer tolerate looking the other way.
Chrysalis: Noise
15th November 2018 - 17th November 2018
Camden Youth Theatre pull us into a world inside their headphones, sharing their inner thoughts, rebellions and the playlists they use to escape from the everyday Noise.
Chrysalis: 147Hz Can’t Pass
16th November 2018 - 17th November 2018
147Hz Can’t Pass is a celebration of queer experience, an honest, unapologetic and relatable introduction to a trans non-binary experience in 2018.
Chrysalis: Shaking the Habitual
16th November 2018 - 17th November 2018
This ambitious, brand-new devised performance from Platform Young Company, uses movement, text and sound to interrogate and interpret our current political and social climate.
Chrysalis: Emergence
17th November 2018
Emergence is an opportunity to experience three exciting new performances by emerging theatre makers from across Scotland in the first stages of development.
Soundhouse: Alison Rayner Quintet
19th November 2018
Catch the vital and creative Alison Rayner Quintet when they play Traverse Theatre Bar Café on Monday 19th November!
Class Act
21st November 2018 - 22nd November 2018
See exciting new work from the Traverse’s next generation of playwrights – the Class Act 2018 graduates!
Schooled
23rd November 2018 - 24th November 2018
A daring verbatim work in progress using individual experiences of pupils and teachers, past and present, to shine a spotlight on Scotland’s education system.
Spinback
25th November 2018
Groove to the golden sounds of the 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond at Spinback, a fun new shakedown at the Traverse Bar.
Soundhouse: Cam Penner and Jon Wood
26th November 2018
Enjoy an evening with Cam Penner and Jon Wood, renowned for both their powerful live shows, at the Traverse Bar Café on 26th November!
Black Beauty
29th November 2018 - 30th November 2018
From the cosy horsebox they call home, the McCuddy Brothers take the bit firmly between their teeth and tell the classic tale of Black Beauty as you’ve never seen it before.
Soundhouse: Martin Kershaw Octet – In Memory of David Foster Wallace
3rd December 2018
Special concert as saxophonist & composer Martin Kershaw marks the 10th anniversary of US author David Foster Wallace's passing with a major new work featuring a stellar line-up of Scottish musicians.
McGonagall’s Chronicles
5th December 2018 - 12th December 2018
It's back by popular demand! McGonagall’s Chronicles, performed by Gary McNair, returns to Traverse Theatre in December.
Mouthpiece
5th December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Traverse Theatre Company in association with HighTide present Mouthpiece, a frank and unflinching look at the different Edinburghs which often exist in ignorance of one another.
The Gospel According to Jesus Queen of Heaven
13th December 2018 - 22nd December 2018
Almost ten years on from her controversial premiere, Jo Clifford and company bring their legendary production of 'The Gospel According to Jesus Queen of Heaven' to the Traverse for the first time.
Soundhouse: Dean Owens and The Felsons
17th December 2018
For one night only, especially for Soundhouse, acclaimed singer songwriter Dean Owens is reuniting with his old Felsons (and Smile) bandmates – Kevin McGuire, Calais Brown and Dave Stewart.
MagicFest Christmas Special: The Miracle of Christmas Future
27th December 2018 - 30th December 2018
The MagicFest Christmas show is back at the Traverse theatre from 27th to 30th December with 'The Miracle of Christmas Future'.
Music Events you might like...
Soundhouse: Nathan Bell
15th October 2018
Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh West After stunned a capacity crowd into hushed silence when he took the stage at Òran Mór in 2017, Nathan Bell plays the Traverse Bar Café on 15th October.
Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh West After stunned a capacity crowd into hushed silence when he took the stage at Òran Mór in 2017, Nathan Bell plays the Traverse Bar Café on 15th October.
Heads Up DNB
15th October 2018
The Mash House, Edinburgh Old Town Heads up bring you the freshest drum and bass bangers every Monday and teaming up with local crews to bring you a series of absolute stompers not to be missed.
The Mash House, Edinburgh Old Town Heads up bring you the freshest drum and bass bangers every Monday and teaming up with local crews to bring you a series of absolute stompers not to be missed.
Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake
16th Oct 2018 - 20th Oct 2018
Festival Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake returns with a fresh look for the 21st century! Catch it when the tour comes to the Festival Theatre in October!
Festival Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake returns with a fresh look for the 21st century! Catch it when the tour comes to the Festival Theatre in October!
Find Music events in Edinburgh
Nights Out Events you might like...
Soundhouse: Nathan Bell
15th October 2018
Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh West After stunned a capacity crowd into hushed silence when he took the stage at Òran Mór in 2017, Nathan Bell plays the Traverse Bar Café on 15th October.
Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh West After stunned a capacity crowd into hushed silence when he took the stage at Òran Mór in 2017, Nathan Bell plays the Traverse Bar Café on 15th October.
FILM: In Between
15th October 2018
Grassmarket Community Project, Edinburgh Old Town In Between: Three young women, sharing an apartment in Tel Aviv, constantly find themselves torn between traditional culture and the modern world in this Free screening at Grassmarket Cinema.
Grassmarket Community Project, Edinburgh Old Town In Between: Three young women, sharing an apartment in Tel Aviv, constantly find themselves torn between traditional culture and the modern world in this Free screening at Grassmarket Cinema.
Red Raw
15th October 2018
The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh, Edinburgh New Town Our long-running weekly beginner’s showcase is regarded as the best open mic night in the UK.
The Stand Comedy Club Edinburgh, Edinburgh New Town Our long-running weekly beginner’s showcase is regarded as the best open mic night in the UK.
Find Nights Out events in Edinburgh
Find other events in Edinburgh
Sponsored Links
Popular Events
A Play, A Pie and A Pint
A popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns with six new plays to light up your lunchtime. Ticket includes a pie and a drink.Casting for a BBC3 Reality Series
BBC3 are filming in Edinburgh in the next few weeks and looking for people to feature in an episode of 'Eating With My Ex'.Little Terrors Candy Apple Making
Bring along your mini monsters and let them create and decorate their very own spooky candy apple completely free of charge at The Granary Leith.Halloween Trail
Bring the children along to the Royal Botanic Gardens this October for a special Halloween Trail through the Garden.Enjoy Half-Term Fun at Dalkeith Country Park
Keep the kids out of the house over the half-term holidays! From zip-lines to big slides, fun will be at full throttle throughout Fort Douglas all month.Advertise With Us
Looking to reach new customers? We offer a variety of advertising options with prices starting from just £30 per month!
