Vonnies was formed in 2003 as a one off gig to raise money for the Sevens Springs Playground in memory of Yvonne (Vonnie). The first event was planned with 4 core values:
The music had to be Blues based
The venue needed to echo a 60’s blues club
The performers had to enjoy it as much as the audience
The aim to support Gloucestershire charities
These remain our values today.
‘One of the most emotional and far-ranging vocals, such a sweet and melodic voice, that, in an instant, she can blow the horns off the devil himself’ - Blues Matters Magazine
Alice Armstrong is a multi-award nominated singer-songwriter and entertainer from Surrey, UK, known for her impressive vocal range, dynamic songwriting and unmatched stage presence. Her voice and songs vary widely in emotional tone and are a common addition to Joe Bonamassa’s personal Spotify playlists.
An Alice Armstrong show promises a soulful, genre-busting performance packed with world class musicianship and wry British repartee. Though a darling of the UK Blues community, her personal and provocative content is an exhilarating fusion of soul, blues, funk, rock and jazz, and is served with an enigmatic performance reminiscent of the likes of B.B. King, Koko Taylor, Beth Hart, Freddie King, Janis Joplin and Tina Turner (with a touch of Maria Callas), leaving the awed audience laughing, crying and tapping their feet in equal measure.
‘Alice is perfection‘ - Blues in Britain Magazine