PENARTH has a long history with Rock’n’Roll and the summer dance has become part of it. In recent years with the Original Sunsets and Owen Money, run by Penarth Rock’n’Rollers. This year they have joined force with Penarth Rocking Roots Club to put on a double bill Special on July 12.

Featuring Penarth’s own John Lewis Trio. Who most of you will be aware of. John has already toured around Europe, Scandinavia even Russia this year, very popular and respected musician for his vocals and guitar skills. The Trio's last album the Billy Bank Sessions put Penarth on the Rock’n’Roll map again and received great reviews worldwide. Their new album “Sanity” due for release on August 1.

Will be on sale on the night as a pre-release special to all those in attendance. The new album recorded in Penarth features the Jets on the title song and even the Clive rams choir on a rocking instrumental version of Sosban Fach. The album can also be pre ordered from www.therealjohnlewis.com.

They will also feature the talented piano skills of Stuart McIlroy who will join them on the night.

Supported by the Killer Dillers who come from all over South Wales, fronted By Pummy a lovably rouge from Treorchy with a big big voice/character that will get you laughing while your are feet moving to the dance floor. A very popular band on the Rocking scene.

To entertain you in between the bands is another Penarth gem that has gained respect as a DJ on the Rocking and Ska scene playing major festivals all over. Liam Curtin aka Riffs and Quiffs who’s love of music is infectious. He could be playing vinyl 45’s, 33 ½ , 78’s, as long as it got the music he’ll go through any trouble to play it.

Held at Penarth’s Iconic Paget rooms that has seen the likes of Tom Jones to Screaming Jay Hawkins grace the stage.

A bar will be provided hosting local real ales, a selection of wines, cold beers and soft drinks at reasonable prices.

So this year get your glad rags on, bring a pair of shoes you don’t mind dancing holes in and join the party.

Tickets are £8 and are on Sale at Pencerdd Music Penarth or Spillers Records.