Thanks to all friends, new and old, and who came last night... and also for all the lovely feedback you gave us :-)... we always enjoy playing the X keys... after all it was the scene of our first ever gig as phoenix rising three years ago! Thanks to all the peeps who bought the CD's too lol... and of course cheers to our favourite landlady and landlord (I type landlord under protest ;-)!!!) for their customery fantastic hosting and welcoming ways to us old rockers :-) x stevie

Posted on 04/02/2012

I would like to apologise if I offended anyone with my recent comment and wasnt intentional and was taken totally out of context, It was just a unfortunate coincedence that we didnt get a review again and I got on the defensive as i enjoy reading the reviews and looking at the pics from the gigs we play there which we always enjoy. Keep up the good work and appreciate the time and effort you put into the keys website,

Posted on 14/12/2011

get a grip, he does it voluntarily! I am disappointed if we don't get a review, but the guy has a life. How about an apology on here?

Posted on 13/12/2011

I fully appreciate the time and effort you put into the keys website and understand you cant attend every gig and be able to review it, Maybe before you started writing your review of the band Top Gun who appeared there on Saturday Night you could of started off by apologising for there being no review for The Fund due to you not been able to attend the gig that night. Maybe The Fund arnt your cup of tea and dont play the music you are into but we dont seem to get the same recognition as the cliche rock bands who play there week in week out and everytime we have played there we have brought a good audience. We are back there in April so hopefully you can make it then.

Posted on 13/12/2011

Fantastic night! Top Gun just get better and better, and the supper was great!

Posted on 10/12/2011

Thanks Howard, Lynn and the staff for making sure us punters were well looked after and a big thanks to all the girls for a brilliant musical extravaganza. Sad I couldn't stay until the end but a fabulous night in support of a very worthy cause.

Posted on 02/10/2011

10 Sept, another great night. A good band who are improving every time I see them, great beer at a sensible price. Well done Howard and Lynn!

Posted on 10/09/2011

Can you tell us what time the day starts on Saturday plzzzz :)

Posted on 24/08/2011

Just a quick reminder that local heavy rock band EMERALD are playing the keys saturday 13th August. Come and welcome thier new guitarists "Chris" who has recently joined the lads on the highway to hell. This should be a big one! Hope to you all there :)

Posted on 08/08/2011

Thanks Keith! Will get you that pint next time I see ya!

Posted on 18/07/2011

You only need the player on the first page, when you navigate to the sub pages the song restarts each time ... not good ....

Posted on 13/07/2011

Please Please Please turn off the music player activating on all pages visted on this web site its so irritating Aghhhhhh

Posted on 12/07/2011

Just a quck reply to Sarah's respone on last night Eric's gig many thanks for you feed back on a great night & on the other subject the natter is in hand with the management.Once again Sarah thank-you for the feed back.

Posted on 15/05/2011

Hi Mark & Tracy ,Thanks for your comment as aways we like to produce Pics from the band nights thankfully done by my good lady & not yours truly.,as for the poor turn-out i think there were two contributing factors 1 the hot weather 1 . folks ut all day basking in the sun partaking in a bevvy or two then crashed out by 8:00pm .2. the East Leeds Lions rally which attracts a lot of the regions music lovers. Hope to see you at the keys again on a regually basis next time say hi just ask at the bar for me.

Posted on 24/04/2011

Absolutly awesome gig by the Vibe last night at the Cross Keys what a rocking place great atmosphere no hint of trouble from a packed crowd now thats what i call music.

Posted on 17/04/2011

Hi Rik no offence was taken m8 in to be truthful i thought it was Rik of tof @ first because we do have a bit of banter going on when we meet. But it has just brought to the fore front what you have mention'd it would be great to have guest review's on the site to put it in a nut shell i see the bands so often i get writers block what to say unless its a new band as was Frday evening with Road kill ,the pics in which bev takes tells its own story of the night i think the review comes from sheer pleasure of watching hard working bands @ the Keys & other venues i attend for Rock of the North,once again no offence was taken in fact i was with Rog & Lincoln last night joking about our abbsence from both there last gigs which really annoyed us as were great freinds of the band & familys as with many of the bands on the scene around west & south Yorks. Next time your over give us a shout just ask @ the bar to point me out ill not be the dancing lol & yea do me a review by all means & any ideas for the site let me know think its ready for a shuffle about.Mav

Posted on 05/03/2011

R.E.Rik of the hairy arm pits ,As you would have noticed Rik myself & Bev have unfortunatly been unable to attend the last two tof gigs firstly due to illness @ the new years eve bash & secondly last week we were away @ a 50th birthday bash in South Emsal for one of your music associates & thought it just that tad to far to get back intime for the second half of your gig with breaking the speed of light. Unfortunatly & i have brought the subject up before when we are away there is a certain lack of volenteers that will take up the mantal & take a few pics & jot down a review & e-mail myself or even Lynn & Howard who have access to the site ( i even brought the matter up on the news site for guest reviewers,Try as we must but it is not alwayspossible to certain commitments family or otherwise i think a 99% attendance @ the keys from both of us is a good effort everry week-end sundays included.The last few weeks since Bevs ilness it has been hard to drag ourselves up to the Keys & do what we do plus updating the site some mornings till 2am . At one stage after the New year i contimplated calling it a day then this would give us time to travell to different venues & see the likes of tof & other super bands play in a different enviroment. Hope fully this week-end i /we might get a double week-end in @ the Keys for the bands & do a review & take pics to the best of our ability . Once again appologies for lack of pics & review I will definatly try to make the next tof gig wether it will be for the Keys site is another matter or just to enjoy great live music. p.s sorry for the long wided reply .Mav

Posted on 04/03/2011

Twist Of Fate would like to Thank everybody for coming to there Saturday Nighs Shindig. Playing to A Packed House Where The Atmosphere Was On A Par With A New Years Eve Event. A Great Turn Out Of Fancy Dress costumes Added To The Atmosphere.The 4 New Songs That Twist Of Fate Did Were All Well Received With Enthuastic Rounds Of Applause.The Twist lads Would Like To Wish Nick And Becky All The Best For there New Life In France. And A Happy Birthday To Gill.See You All Soon

Posted on 27/02/2011

Hi Freudian,once again thanks for you input im looking into adding something diferent to the site i tend to fine background music add's to the site as it try's to promote the Keys as a music venue. As i say work is in progress with it being a volentry site i do it takes time to update certain items ,other than that i dont know if you noticed you can cancell the music with the volume control @ the top of the page ,once again thanks for your input & glad you like the site its not the best in the world but we try or best. Mav

Posted on 25/02/2011

Hi Freudian Slip in ref to embedmucic player what in genral do you dislike the player in genral or the music which i have uploaded, ! i am allways open to new idea's for improving the Keys web-site.

Posted on 23/02/2011

What a great night Rory Hall & the Men gave at the Cross Keys just great to see something different

Posted on 11/02/2011

Where is the review and the pics from NYE? Had a great night, it was my first time there for New Year, told some friends about it and to check here for the above but unfortunately there's nothing up yet.

Posted on 03/01/2011

Its coming to the end of the year and having completed our last gig of 2010. On behalf of The Erics we would like to thank all the people who have supported us throughout this year and contributed to the Charity events we have been proud to be part of. Its a testament to Howard and Lynn to provide such a top venue in the support of Live local music. Many thanks to you all, it never fails to amaze the support you continue to give.Cheers and long may the Keys rock!.

Posted on 27/12/2010

Good to see a healthy crowd brave the cold weather down at the 'keys' to witness one of the best live bands around.Supporting probably the best vocalist on the scene this band really gets tapping your feet.Sounding very good and musically very tight,if you get the chance go and see them.You wont be dissapointed!.Oh........Happy b'day Bev!

Posted on 05/12/2010

Hey all, Make sure you get yourselves down to the keys on Saturday night for Bev's Birthday. Top gun will be playing. A top band from sheffield which i have never seen but heard many great things about. Should be an awesome night to remember! See ya'l there!

Posted on 03/12/2010

What can you say about this band apart from absolutley fantastic. They certainly got the keys rocking on saturday night. YOU ROCK GUYS N GAL

Posted on 25/10/2010

Well, what a couple of weeks its been since our gig on the 9th. First, let's compliment Howard & Lynn for a fantastic web site. The facility to add reviews and comments is a positive step for everyone concerned. For a forum to create such a wide ranging spectrum of views creates discussion and argument between us all, and long may it continue. To start I would like to thank everyone who turned up on the 9th, but also to everone who supports the Keys and the local music scene whenever they can. Its vitally important that for an industry under constant attack (smoking ban, cheap supermarket booze, rip-off pub chains), that both musician's and audiences continue to support landlord's attempts to stimulate pub going, and to Howard & co "keep fighting". When you venture out into the world of public performance whether it be as a musician, sportsman or politician, you will never please everyone all of the time.You will never perform to exactly the same standerd all of the time, even though you strive to do so. Nobody intentionally under performs. Emerald have been around for a long time, in various formats, and one thing we have got used to over the years is a wide ranging view from individuals of what we do and how we do it. We know that we may not be everyone's cup of tea and that's fine, and we accept that sometimes you receive comments which you would not normally want to hear, but opinion's are great arn't they, and from an Emerald point of view we listen to all comments, then attempt to put things right when we know they not 100%, so all comments are greatfully received. On that night It was our first gig for 6 months, new bass player (Steve), new set, new PA, new light show. What we did was infact increase the possibility of somethiong going wrong, due to so many new elements being tried on the night, and wrong it went (apologies to everyone for that). I suppose, to give ourselves credit, we carried on when some would have given up or not started. At the end we received many good comments, but as a band we knew that things had not gone right and that collectively our level of performance was not at its usual 120%. Over the next few months as we "get back in the groove", I know that all those factors previously mentioned will iron themselves out, and Emerald will provide the type of performances everyone has got used to. Just to add though, we find it strange that people can review on three songs and then leave. That's like going to a football match and leaving just after the kick off. Would you be in a position to provide a match report? I don't think so. So, just from the band we would like to thank you all for your support (and nnon-support!!!), and maybe the next time we at the Keys (down to you Howard, old bean!!!), our recent reviewers will stay for the full monty and not hide in the car park cos it's too loud. Keep Rockin!! - EDGE

Posted on 22/10/2010

Right, let me try and put this straight. Performance wise the band were all spot on considering they had a new bass player and had been on a break for a while (im sure you all agree). To be honest, you won't find a set of amateur muscians around Leeds that are as tight as Emerald. However, the sound on that particular night wasn't up to Emerald's usual high standards. The PA system used on the night was brand new. So im sorry, but not even the most experienced sound engineer can get the mix right with a new system. So can you imagine doing that job on the stage where you cant hear bugger all of the FOH sound????? NO! cos its impossible! I find it pretty humourous that people dare to critise emerald's set up when most bands that play the keys turn up with a pair of carlsbro 12" speakers, some argos lights and a back line that came from asda. Play a lousy set of predictable so called "rock covers" and then make dozens of miskakes. If this is what your obiously into, then just go down to woodkirk or morley high school and watch a rehearsal from a bunch of 14 year olds playing a cover of American Idiot by Green Day. I however, am more into full scale professional productions. Thats why i have so much support for Emerald as they have the passion to bring this into venues such as the mighty keys! Yeah, emerald's typical sound may be a tad on the loud side but your at a rock concert remember! So fair enough, the mix was a tad on the harsh side (sh** happens from time to time unfortunatley) but did you feel that upset that you felt the need to come on here and say outlandish "personal" comments about Emerald? And as for "toms antics" on stage. Well Id rather watch an adreneline packed and lively show with passion than some lousy frontman who stands in the same spot and sings "500 miles" as if he were sat on the shitter with no passion or drive whatsoever! ( like in most cases). tom is an unbelievable frontman who only knows perfection. Emerald have dominated the cover scene for the past 10 years with thier professionalism and perfection. If people start to get on this "hate emerald" band wagon then its because of you! I can assure you that by their next gig, emerald will be back with a blast! They are playing local on Saturday 6th November and Im sure the lads will have got the sound off to a tee so please come and give them your support and watch them play an awesome show! Forget the past, get to the gig get wrecked and have a good time. go to http://www.emeraldinmorley.co.uk/ for more info! Feel free to reply to my comment in any which way you want to. however, this is only my "opinion" and doesn't reflect Emerald's feeling on this matter. they can think what the hell they like for all i care! Thanks.

Posted on 20/10/2010

Agree with Stevie's comments. Those who will only venture out to see bands they know miss little gems like this. Quality musicians playing 'grown up' sophisticated stuff.

Posted on 17/10/2010

This band reminded me as a bit like Full Tilt,good solid rocking band without the gimmicks.Swaying mainly on the Blues side with some excellent musicians.Playing stuff like Free,Hendrix,Muddy waters it was a pleasure to see two lead guitars who obviously know there stuff.Well done Re Vamp,enjoyed the evening.Pity there weren't more people this venue so desrves to see this band.

Posted on 16/10/2010

At last!,some other comments,thats good the more the merrier.Not getting into a slanging match here,as i stated these are my own comments,we are all entitled to an opinion.I attend the 'keys' most weeks so see lots of different bands and set ups.I can catergoricaly say that Tom WAS DRUNK when i saw them earlier this year so i dont base it on just three songs,,also for many years i worked as a sound man with some of the biggest bands arround(U2,Simpleminds,Duran Duran,OMD to name a few) so i dont think my hearing was wrong.Just remember these are my own opinions.

Posted on 15/10/2010

Great to see this little comments page explode into life @ last as Martin says, My re-views are as what i see on the evening & feed back from long standing members of the Keys public,the more that this comments page is used it will give a broader horizen on the fantastic bands the Keys have strived to continue to open up morley as a hot bed of music talent & keep live music going in these hard times for publicans & musicians alike.Hope to see the Keys supported much stronger with a lot of fresh faces because the Keys is not & has never been one of these quick buck we will stick a band on or jump on the charity wagon & think its just plain sailing, Howard & Lynn have put a lot of time work & there own money into keeping the Keys live so big thanks to them & lets hope its support from joe public will get stronger.

Posted on 15/10/2010

I was at the Emerald gig and the comments made Martin,Julesrules & bobby i find totally disgusting. Tom the singer with Emerald was not drunk and to my knolage has never been drunk on stage. The night was a big occasion for the band and there were some technical problems mainly due to the power supply that a band like Emerald need, but saying that all the people who spoke to me enjoyed the night. So for the 3 so called comments are totally scanderless in my opinion. Andy

Posted on 13/10/2010

I was pleased to walk into the Keys last night to a really healthy crowd, it's so what this pub deserves. Have to say, though, I was quite surprised as Emerald's last performance here suffered due to the lead singer's 'over indulgence'. That said, I'd heard that they had taken time out to re-evaluate themselves and was happy to support them in their re-launch. The stage looked very impressive kit-wise and it was clear that the band had spent a great deal of money and effort on it. So to the performance - oh my, more was definitely more when it came to volume! I have listened to rock bands most of my life, all of them loud, and so noise is not normally a problem to me at all but, sometimes, for some reason, some bands think they can only be good at 'rock' if all volume controls are to the max. Not so I'm afraid, and I know I wasn't the only one cringing. Whilst the musicians definitely had some quality, the lead singer drowned them out with his hyper 'shouted' lyrics. I would accept that, whilst some songs do warrant a proportion of 'shouted' lyrics, it does grate a bit when this is the sum of the vocals. If, as the lead singer told the audience, the band did indeed have a ruck with the sound man, and, if it was because he was trying to tell them this, pity they didn't listen. Not sure why the system blew during the first couple of songs but, it was a real shame. Maybe if that hadn't happened the sound man might have stayed and there would have been better control of the sound issues. My only other comment would be that maybe, if the lead singer could better control his quite 'boorish' behaviour, this band would do a whole lot better.

Posted on 10/10/2010

Saturday 9th October - 2 great bands on 1 night! A Day For Heroes - 8.30pm Emerald - 9.45pm A night at the keys not to be missed! Hopefully its gonna be rammed so get yoursen there!!!

Posted on 08/10/2010

As usual we ventured to the 'keys' to support the local live scene.Tonights band 'Monkey Dust' were a band new to us so were not quite sure what to expect.Every so often we come across bands that are little gems,this was one of them! Really enjoyed the nights entertainment.The music was very tight along with an excellent light show,which in my opinion always adds to the atmosphere.A range of music from T. Rex to Bad company which had us all tapping our feet.Well done guys will certainly look out for you in the future.

Posted on 03/10/2010

Martin and I were really disappointed that the Erics cancelled tonight, it was his bithday and his family were coming up from Nottingham for the night. We knew they'd all love the Erics. Well, we needn't have worried Rory and Men aquitted themselves so very well at their Keys debut. The turn out was better than usual for a band new to the Keys and Rory and Co entertained them with a varied and well executed set. Me being an old metal head loved the second set with the heavy rock numbers, me and my mate moshed and rocked well into the night. Difficult shoes to fill, the Erics, but so very well done guys, loved it!

Posted on 26/09/2010

Once again the Keys did the biz great big thankyou to Dave Wilkinson for organising a great evening & all the bands that gave up there free time & the local movers & shakers for making it another great night at the Cross Keys.

Posted on 05/09/2010

Brilliant band great night but dont seem to get the publicity the other bands do whats going on guys!!!!

Posted on 23/08/2010

Yet another great performance from Full Tilt.This no gimmicks down to earth solid rock band are one of my favourites.Playing lots of my fav tracks especialy Black Sabbath's War pigs and of course some legendary AC/DC.If you like to rock then get down and watch this band whenever you can,you wont be dissapointed. ROCK ON!!

Posted on 22/08/2010

Good to see a new band on the block, allthough made up of musicians from other bands its good to see something different.For a first gig they performed well and was an enjoyable evening.Any band that has BSD in their line just has to be good!.No doubt this new band will go from strength to strength.Good luck guys,look forward to seeing you again.

Posted on 15/08/2010

Great to see Resurgence back on the music trail must say they they sounded as if they had'nt been away for so long .Great choice in music superb rangs of vocal the singer had all round wonderful evening.

Posted on 15/08/2010

The Flatliners stood in at short notice for the poorly Scooby (get well soon!). But, we didn't need to worry because this band just get better every time we see them, excellent lead singer, top musicians and ever increasing top quality playlist. LSD is as mad as a box of frogs and all the mayhem just adds to the fun. Top night!

Posted on 02/08/2010

A really good gig, played in the best possible spirit. The guys were enjoying themselves with some quality banter, which was really infectious. We laughed at, and with, them. This is what the local band scene is all about - good music, good entertainment, good beer, good night out. What more can we ask for! Respect lads.

Posted on 12/07/2010

Sometimes you just have to hold your hands up and say.....i wasnt expecting that! came down tonite as it would be our last time before our 2 week annual holiday not really expecting the show that we got.Our first ever gig at the 'keys' some 8 months ago was Styckleback and to be honest it didnt do much for us.But hold on! was this the same band we saw before? yes it was and what a difference this time.Thoroughly enjoyed almost 3 hours of up tempo rock and indie.Only slight critisism was in the first set where the lead vocals were a bit low but everything else was fab.Well done guys deffo enjoyed this gig and will certainly look out for you in the future. ROCK ON

Posted on 12/06/2010

Any band whos' drummer ends up wearing the drums on his head has to be good!.A brilliant nights entertainment.2nd time i've seen this band at the keys and it was every bit as good as the first time,if not better.Playing to a near full 'keys' they really got us rocking.If you like your music entertaining dont miss this band next time.Both sets were full of immagination and the finale of THE WHO, DONT GET FOOLED AGAIN just has to be the best version around this scene,you have to see it to believe it.Well done guys.excellent!!. ROCK ON

Posted on 06/06/2010

Top Gun? Top That?! Absolutely fantastic gig! Loved every minute of it!

Posted on 30/05/2010

Im not your usuall classic rock lover more of the thrash head bangging stuff but what i saw @ the Cross Keys last evening was a band that Top Gun is one of the most outstang bands if not the best ive ever seen @ the Keys everything was just perfection from the musicians to the sound guy , loved every minute of the gig hope there back soon cos this band ozzes class.

Posted on 30/05/2010

For the second night running we made our way to the 'keys' not sure what to expect.Not heard of this band allthough they come from down my way.Its always a pleasure to see a band interacting with the crowd and enjoying themselves,playing a wide range of music from Green Day to Rod Stewart!.Always lively on stage and certainly got my feet tapping along.Allthough there wasnt a mega crowd those that were there were treated to some fabulous music.(and the girls on the dance floor were fab too!!) lol. Well done Jarred,enjoyed the gig and look forward to seeing you again. ROCK ON

Posted on 23/05/2010

What a refressing change to here something different & delivered with passion as only us girls can,PINK i love her music & if thiis band last the early days they will attract a lot of attention.Great vocalist what a voice as the ad says here comes the girls.

Posted on 22/05/2010

Being an old rocker and prefering the heavy rock stuff, i do have a large soft spot for the blues.This band did a couple of sets that was probably 90% blues and i thoroughly enjoyed it.Nick has very nimble fingers playing that guitar, and for a three piece band produced some excellent music.Next time around you wont be dissappointed, so make sure you get yourselves down to the 'Keys'.Thanks for a very enjoyable evening.

Posted on 16/05/2010

Really enjoyed Full Tilt this Saturday what a great band just good old down to earth Rock

Posted on 08/05/2010

QUESTION? Do the people of West Yorks realise what a great local live band scene they have??.Having only been in Yorks for the past 10 years,this local scene is by far the best i have witnessed with some excellent local bands.Padded Cell being one of the finest!.This band really was my cup of tea,floated my boat etc etc.To listen to a band and be able to pick out all the musical sounds is a rareity to me,usually somewhere along the line something isnt quite right,but this performance was brill!!.enjoyed every minute of it (8 pints of Tetleys confirms that......lol) the better the band the more i consume.Well done guys,absolutely superb.So back to the start,what does a venue and band like this have to do to pull the crowds in?.COME ON YORKSHIRE,GET OFF YER BACKSIDES AND SUPPORT THE LOCAL SCENE!!!!!!!.

Posted on 01/05/2010

Hi all gutted i dint get to see jd band, could not get a sitter..sounded like a top night, i got the privalege to see them once...thank god,...Just read the comment about us, sorry that it were loud martin, we knock it down a bit next time....erhhhh maybe lol..see you all soon , take care and rok on...!!!!!!

Posted on 24/04/2010

As usual we were down at the Keys to support the local live band scene and it was good to see a healthy crowd(dont understand why its not like this all the time).Anyway on to the band,As an old rocker I cant get to grip with electronic drums! . My preference is good solid rock.As this band was of a different 'ilk' i'll just say thanks guys for the effort and it was far better than sitting at home watching eastenders!.One thing that does frustrate me are bands that leave ages between sets.Having to wait almost 50 mins for second set whilst vocalist plays about on his mobile is beyond me.Again these are my own thoughts,just trying some constructive critisism to help you guys along in the future.

Posted on 17/04/2010

Having missed my weekend fix of live music last weekend it was good to get back to the Keys to witness Piston Broke perform.As i have said before i do like this venue and support ALL the bands that come along.This band was exactly what i wanted!.Personally i prefer the more heavy sets and Piston Broke delivered,on top of that a 'few' pints of Tetleys and we rocked!!.Well done guys,thoroughly enjoyed the gig and will certainly watch out for you in the future.ROCK ON.

Posted on 11/04/2010

Cheers pete for the compliment on the site takes up a bit of mine & the wife's time but we would'nt have it anyother way did'nt get chance to say hi Friday but got time to speak to Vikky hope to see you both appearing there soon.& thanks to JulesRules for the input on the comments section more the merrier.MAV

Posted on 29/03/2010

Well what can i say,yet another excellent band to grace the Keys.I was undecided on Saturday as to where to go as there was another band playing i would have liked to have seen.For a change i definately made the right decision!!.This band hit all the right notes for me playing classics and some more obscure stuff.The musicians were very tight and sounded good.I understand the Bass player only joined them in the week with little time to reherse,what a excellent job they did.There was a decent crowd who appreciated their music,and to do 5 encores,yes 5!, just says what a good band these are.Put a note in your diary for when they play here again,you wont be dissapointed.Well done Scooby,a great night.

Posted on 28/03/2010

In referance to Jules comment ,firstly thank for making full use of the Keys comments page would be great to receive a lot more like your self on a weekly basis. Unfortunatly i missed the start due to taking in another review or the rotn, but i know like all bands they take critisisam in good faith & put to good use i agree on the extended break it is a sure fire way to loose your not loyal following & on the sound there could be a greater improovment mainly inbetween sets when it is great the bands supply music but i just wish they would not play it on the same level as the bands performanc & just as background music ( this is one of my pet hate's.other than that a good workout from Creme Brulee.On to Sat i guess you have just about said it all ! awesome night.p.s. next time your in the keys ask for Mav & give us a shout would be good to get some fresh reviewers on the site.Mav

Posted on 23/03/2010

Have just read the comments on Fridays performance and feel i have to put my thoughts in.Firstly,i am a great believer in supporting a venue like this and appreciate ALL the bands that come along.Have not seen many poor bands here but can i put forward some constructive critisism?.The band were late starting and when they did they were obviously having sound issues,with the drummer drowning out all others.Could not make out the vocals or rhythm guitar.Then they only played 20 mins?? and took a 45 minute break before coming back on.The second set did improve sound wise even though i felt there was still room for improvement.As i had to be at work early Sat morn had to leave a bit early so not sure how long the set was.Yes i agree they did work hard but somehow, in my opinion,didnt quite get it right.Dont like critisising but its just how i felt on the night.Oh,one other thing,how does a band that plays lots of classic rock suddenly in the middle of the set play Kate Perrys' black and white????.Sorry guys,not for a rocker like me.Anyway thanks for the effort and please take these comments in the right spirit!.

Posted on 20/03/2010

HAVE TO SAY A HUGE THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO ATTENDED OUR GIG HERE.AS WE ALLWAYS SAY,IF THE ADIENCE ENJOYS IT ,WE DO,AND WE REALLY ENJOYED THE WHOLE EXPERIENCE. THE WHOLE SET UP FOR PLAYING HAS GOT TO BE THE BEST WE KNOW OF AND CARNT WAIT TILL WE RETURN. HOPE WORD GETS ROUND NOW AS WE ARE TRYING TO PLAY NEW VENUES BUT AS YOU KNOW,IF YOU AINT HEARD OF CAN BE DIFFICULT,HARD TO BELIEVE THIS LINEUPS BEEN TOGETHER FOR 4 YEARS,BUT BAND FOR 13. ONE AGAIN ,MANY THANKS,JACKO,JARRED.

Posted on 16/02/2010

Cheers for a great night everyone, we had a blast thank you very much for coming and making it a great night we all throughly enjoyed it. What a great venue you have there wish it was my boozer id be in everyweekend, fantastic atmosphere...long may it continue. Oh and here's a shout for all the boyz....Cooooooeeeeeeeee! See all next time....can't wait.

Posted on 24/01/2010

thanks once again for making new years eve a supper night great company great band superb food & last but not leas great music

Posted on 01/01/2010

Yes the band do have a web site which can be found on the Keys site links page.Glad you enjoyed the gig hope you become a reguler visitor to the Keys & thanks for your custom.

Posted on 19/12/2009

This has to be the most outstanding gig of the year or on an even par with Heavy Load.

Posted on 29/11/2009

Knockout band & thanks for sham69 & the Ramones hurry up harry ,this is a band on my must see list hope there back soon

Posted on 08/11/2009

Karon - Broadband 01/11/2009 Morning all. I can only echo Mav's earlier comments re Stykleback at The Cross Keys last night. Broadband had no gig, and as Ian and I are Stykleback virgins, we decided to go and see them in action. We were not disappointed. I have never seen a band work a room so well, they simply were the hosts of a really great party, they were going to play some kick ass rock n roll, so, strap yourselves in and come along for the ride - fantastic musicians, great energy, excellent lighting, brilliant set list..... I tell you, when Broadband grow up, we wanna be just like Stykleback!!

Posted on 04/11/2009

For Stevo, Melvin will be back on Sunday 6th December another early start. And will definately be back in the new year.

Posted on 26/10/2009

A big thanks from all the lads in Scooby for the great support the band got last night, only 2nd gig there and a good receptive audience, looking fwd to next gig there, awesome night and a good time had by all.

Posted on 06/09/2009

What a band , with bands like these guys to brighten up your sat night i cant think of a better thing to do than watch live music thanks Cross Keys for having the foresight to put such a tremendus act on .

Posted on 23/08/2009

Had the most fantastic night tonight, first time ever in the pub, band fantastic, landlord and landlady so friendly and welcoming, will definitely visit now as regularly as possible. Thanks folks for a great night! Amanda (loud blonde!)

Posted on 23/08/2009

Amazing evening of top quality rock at its best from the Jd Band first time ive seen these guys it even promted me to make a commet on the cross keys web-site thanks for a great night guys

Posted on 14/08/2009

Thought last nights band versonic were highly refreshing & will go on to greater things.

Posted on 08/08/2009