Fire And Rain

About the show

One of last years, or any other come to that, highlights...

              Without doubt one of the outstanding gigs of 2024 and '25 or any other year for that matter, it is a tremendous pleasure for Howden Live to welcome back the Fire & Rain show to Howden at the Shire Hall as a deserved part of our 40th anniversary celebrations..

‘Fire and Rain’ is not a tribute or sound-a-like act.  It’s simply a collection of six of the best musicians from the North of England coming together to play music they love.

Expect the classic James Taylor songs including ‘Steamroller Blues’, ‘Shower the People’, ‘Fire and Rain’ and, of course, ’You’ve got a Friend’ plus many other classics played with skill, passion, emotion, humour and humility.

‘Fire and Rain’ are all highly regarded musicians in their own right and include Tom Townsend (Lead Guitar and vocals), Rich Adams (Acoustic Guitar, vocals and triangle!) Mark Gordon (Keyboards), Rowan Oliver (percussion) with Paul Tilley (Drums) and Bob Walker (bass).

They occasionally put their own individual musical projects aside to perform the music they love and aspired them to perform, and to and to bring the joy of James Taylor’s music to you in what they call a ‘magical musical holiday’.

Building upon the success of the last few years, having performed at various venues including theatres, ‘Fire and Rain’ are delighted to be able to bring this wonderful concert to Howden Live at The Shire Hall once again.

Join with them to celebrate with you the songs and music of iconic singer songwriter James Taylor, from his earliest songs to his most recent, in what will be a memorable evening of first class entertainment, featuring several musicians who have been part of Howden Live's musical journey for a little longer than they may care to remember....

With Stony in a support slot in recognition of their long term association with Howden Live, this is a rare night where the support band consist of the same musicians as the main band, all will become clear...