MVT Fundraiser Liverpool @ Arts Bar Hope Street

Join on Sunday, 19th April, for a grassroots music special at Liverpool Arts Bar, raising money for MVT

Hi, I'm Charlie Smith, an Alternative Acoustic artist from Hampshire, UK. In April, I will be embarking on my spring tour fundraising for the Music Venue Trust. This will include six different grassroots music venues around England.

15th April - Firebug (Leicester)

17th April - Peer Hat (Manchester)

16th April - Northern Guitars (Leeds)

19th April - Liverpool Arts Bar (Liverpool)

23rd April - Platform Tavern (Southampton)

25th April - Four Horsemen Pub (Bournemouth)

https://www.gofundme.com/f/april-uk-tour-fundraiser-for-mvt

Charlie Smith

My name might be common, but my style is alternative. I'm Charlie Smith, a fiercely independent artist from Southampton, UK. Not only do I record and perform my own music, but I also play a part in the local grassroots music scene by regularly hosting my own music events. It's a real privilege to be able to organise my April tour, which raises funds for The Music Venue Trust and supports the vital work they do. As I always say, support independent music and use your local venues before you lose them.

Nick Streeter

A veteran of the Americana and DIY punk scene, Nick Streeter was always the singing drummer everyone wanted to steal. He's been lucky enough to tour extensively in the UK and abroad and has seen action on festival stages and venues big and small all over the place. Now relocated in sunny Liverpool, he's cultivated his own unique sound and voice. Writing songs with warmth, humour and compassion bought to life with soulful vocals, acostic guitar, thumping bass drum and jangling tambourine. With influences like Dave Van Ronk, Nick Drake and The Byrds, Nicks' live sets are full of honesty, intimacy and just a little fire.

“Delving deep into the realms of indie folk with rootsy abandon…This tunesmith really shines” - AB Records

Michael Bennett

Michael Bennett is a singer-songwriter and frontman of local band The Mystics, who are set to release their debut EP this spring. Alongside his band work, Michael is also preparing the release of a live EP showcasing his solo material. A familiar face on the city’s live circuit, he’s spent a number of years gigging in and around the area, earning strong support slots and festival appearances along the way. His performances blend material from both his solo catalogue and The Mystics’ back catalogue, delivering a dynamic set rooted in experience, storytelling, and a genuine connection with the audience.

Amber and the Ember

Amber and the Ember are the new kids on the block, bringing a fresh acoustic twist to well-known favourites and original material alike. With nothing more than guitar and voice, they transform iconic songs into captivating, stripped-back showstoppers that connect instantly with audiences.

Blending influences that range from Guns N’ Roses to Cascada, their versatility sets them apart, proving there are no limits to the music they reimagine. Alongside their reworked classics, the duo are also building a strong catalogue of original music, with two debut singles released on 25/12/2025 and many more already in the pipeline.

With an authentic sound, growing momentum, and a clear creative vision, Amber and the Ember are firmly ones to watch.