10/01/2026
Sunday Club gig featuring The Wood Demons and Spriggan Mist at Jelleyman's Mill, Kidderminster on 25th January.
Urgent Update
Statement from The Wood Demons
With regret, The Wood Demons are having to pull out of our gig with Spriggan Mist on Sunday January 25th in Kidderminster.
One of our members is having medical issues (back pain and sciatica) which rule out the 250 mile round trip involved.
We’re gutted not to be playing, and we are really sorry to disappoint those of you who were hoping to see us.
Simon, Rick, Naomi, Ed and John
So....having been on the lookout for a replacement support act, I can now reveal that this has now been taken by the legendary Prog Musician - ALDOUS Q**M, in collaboration with Andy Edwards.
Here's a press release from the man himself.....
Aldous Q**m Returns From the Astral Plane
Prog’s Most Elusive Sonic Alchemist Brings Cosmic Vibes to Kidderminster – 25th January
After years of rumour, myth, and the occasional sighting in obscure record shops muttering about odd time signatures, Aldous Q**m is back.
Yes, that Aldous Q**m.
The progressive-rock mystic, known for weaving cosmic soundscapes, unexpected flute solos, and lyrics that may or may not be instructions for interstellar travel, is making a much-requested comeback—and against all odds, it lands squarely in Kidderminster on 25th January.
Long thought to have retired to a remote dimension where songs are written exclusively in 13/8, Q**m has re-emerged with a renewed mission:
“To realign the chakras of British prog—starting with Worcestershire.”
Fans can expect a set brimming with vintage Q**m epics, newly unearthed material from the lost years, and at least one track so long it may require refreshments halfway through. Early rehearsals have reportedly caused mild time dilation and spontaneous air-keyboard solos.
Q**m himself remains characteristically enigmatic:
“The music told me it was time,” he said, gazing thoughtfully into the middle distance. “Also, Kidderminster has excellent cosmic resonance. And parking.”
This one-off appearance promises soaring guitars, celestial synths, philosophical noodling, and that unmistakable feeling that you’ve just witnessed something slightly life-changing—though you may not fully understand why until three days later.
Event Details
📍 Kidderminster
📅 25th January
🌌 Cosmic vibrations guaranteed
🎹 Capes optional but encouraged
Prog devotees, vinyl hoarders, and lovers of beautifully excessive music are advised not to miss this rare alignment of artist, audience, and astral forces.
Aldous Q**m has returned.
Reality may never quite be the same.
We are indeed blessed with the return of Aldous and hope you can join us for a night full of enlightenment, cosmic awareness and not forgetting, raw vegetables !!!!