Yorkshire's first distillery welcomes Robert Schmuck to its monthly music night

Scarborough based singer and musician, Robert Schmuck will be the next artist to perform at the Pot Still Coffee Shop when he returns to the Spirit of Yorkshire venue on 27th July.

Spirit of Yorkshire co-founder, David Thompson is delighted to welcome Robert and his band back to the Pot Still stage again: "Robert always delivers a quality set comprising classics to sing along to plushidden gems from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Paul McCartney, Nina Simone, Carole King, Burt Bacharach and more."

Robert and his band, Chris Lea (bass) Alastair James (drums), will be presenting their unique arrangements and smooth harmonies in celebrating the greatest songwriters and artists of the past 50 years.

Tickets cost £10 without food, £15.50 with a cheese board or £16.50 with a charcuterie or ploughman's platter. Booking is essential by visitingwww.spiritofyorkshire.co.ukor by calling 01723891758.

David and fellow co-founder Tom Mellorshare a love of live music and they specifically designed the Pot Still Coffee Shop so that it perfectly accommodates a live band without overpowering the room.

Tom concluded: "The Pot Still Coffee Shop at the Spirit of Yorkshire is a small, intimate venue that attracts lovers of live music and good food. Where else in the area can you listen to quality music and enjoy a locally sourced platter of food for £16.50?"

Forthcoming events at the Pot Still Coffee Shop at The Spirit of Yorkshire include monthly Distillery Sessions featuring Carrie Martin (31st August), Andy Stones (28^thSeptember) and Raven (26^thOctober).

In addition to music and pop up food events, visitors to Spirit of Yorkshire can enjoy guided

Tours of the Distillery and home-made refreshments fromPot Still Coffee Shop seven days a week, all year round.

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Photograph caption:Robert Schmuck will perform at Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery on 27^thJuly Robert Schmuck

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Notes to editors

1. For more information about Spirit of Yorkshire, please visit https://www.spiritofyorkshire.com
2. For more information about the weekly Jazz and Blues and monthly Distillery Sessions, please visithttps://www.spiritofyorkshire.com/distillery-events-i12
3. For more information about the Robert Schmuck, please visit https://twitter.com/RobertSchmuck
4. Alastair James and his band play a mixture of original songs from the heart, and an exciting mix of acoustic blues, jazz, soul and reggae at the fortnightly Jazz and Blues Sessions. For more information, please visithttps://www.facebook.com/alastairjamesmusic/
5. Carrie Martin is a true born and bred Yorkshire lass. Born in Hull, she first picked up a guitar at the age of four when her older brother was making efforts to learn the instrument. Being drawn to it, and having far more natural aptitude for playing than her slightly reluctant sibling, she made her first public performance at the tender age of nine, playing at a school concert. A modest debut perhaps, but it whetted her appetite for more, and her teenage years were defined by music. For more information, please visit http://www.carriemartin.co.uk/
6. Andy Stones is a singer/songwriter originally from York, now living in Driffield. He has been writing and playing on and off for 20 years, picking up varied influences along the way from people such as Paul Simon, John Martyn and Clive Gregson. Having played many gigs in many places, Andy spends most of his time running his own business in the world of work, but still very much enjoys the occasional musical outing! He will be performing a mixture of his own songs and a selection of his favourite covers. For more information, please visithttps://andystones.bandcamp.com/
7. With a unique blend of music, stories, haunting harmonies and crunchy chords, Raven take you on a fabulous journey through a fusion of irresistible sounds: daring choral, sizzling salsa, whimsical pop, ethereal melodies and rootsy folk.

Playing a variety of instruments, including keyboard, penny whistles, accordion, guitars, flute, congas, ukulele, recorders and djembe, Raven create a tapestry of life, love and laughter.

8. Spirit of Yorkshire won a VisitEngland Welcome Award in the Attractions Accolades in appreciation of the outstanding experiences they have provided since they opened their visitor attraction in April 2017
9. Spirit of Yorkshire won the Best Tourism & Hospitality Business at the Bridlington and Yorkshire Coast Chamber Awards in October 2017