Tignes Apres Ski Report: 26th January 2015

This Sunday, the evening kicked off with a mellow start, with bluesy covers and songs from AC/DC to more up beat hits such as Avicii which are infused with a bit of Pete’s own quirky personality. With well known sing along hits and classics as well as some of Pete’s own lesser-known personal favourites, Pete Leaky Live offers something for all tastes.

Using an assortment of acoustic guitar, harmonica and looping techniques Pete is always able to create an awesome atmosphere within the bar and is no stranger to getting the crowd involved too! With an audience full of Navy boys this week, there was no lack of playful banter between musician and crowd, something which we feel can be expected every week from this talented guy.

Braseros can be found in the heart of Lavachet and is very much becoming a very popular hang-out with both seasonnaires and holiday makers alike. Every night at Braseros offers something different, from Mojito Mondays to Whisky Wednesdays and live music from well known bands and acts in Tignes such as Al Jones, Ape House and Alex Davies. If you are only here for a week be sure you give them a visit!

The general feel of the bar is also pretty awesome. Unique in it’s amazing combination of laid-back drinking spot combined with sophisticated dining destination, the atmosphere in the bar every night ensures you’ll enjoy a chilled out pint and probably bump into some familiar faces. With Happy hour from 3-6pm during which you can get jugs of beer are €13, 2 vin chauds for €7 and yummy chicken wings on the après menu, Braseros is definitely one to be hit up for an après beer or two.

They also offer amazing food that doesn’t break the bank.The menu tenders scrummy lunch time burgers and salads to fondues for one (a godsend for those of us who cannot find a cheese-worshipping friend and something you will not find anywhere else in Tignes!) as well as whisky infused pork ribs on the evening menu. All of which pushes, in our opinion, Braseros to the top of the list for places to eat and relax in Tignes.

The mixture of laid back atmosphere and the highly entertaining yet very talented music from Pete ensures that Pete Leaky Live is one not to be missed!

We got in touch with the man himself and asked him to shed some light on his awesome set….

Tell us a bit about yourself? How long have you been playing? How long have you been playing live sets?

Well I've been playing music since I was a lad but mostly in a number of bands over the years, it's only recently that I've started doing acoustic stuff - which is totally different, it's like starting all over again really! It's a challenge but good fun.

Where is the best / most interesting place you have played?

I've been lucky enough to play some pretty rad places with bands over the years, all over Europe etc so it's hard to pick one... Best is probably London Astoria because it's where I saw loads of epic gigs growing up (and it's not there any more) then the most interesting is probably Reykjavik - amazing town in a pretty unique part of the world.

What sort of material do you usually do?

I'm trying to keep it rootsy so kind of bluegrassy/bluesy/rock kinda vibe with the occasional modern curve ball thrown in. Right now anything from Ray Charles to AC/DC to Avicii!

Where can we catch you playing soon?

Brasero in Lavachet every Sunday night, which is always a good crack then Loop on Fridays, I also play Couloir in Val Claret, The Fall Line in Val D'Isere and Le Moose in Brevieres on the reg - all fine establishments!

What do you like from a crowd?

Good moves, strong heckles and a frivolous disposition!

How long have you been using looping techniques?

It's pretty new to me to be honest, a mate and ex-band accomplice hooked me up with one this winter so am still getting into the looping thing. It's pretty fun once you get going an helps heaps when playing on your own, especially when I want to bust out the harmonica or something!

Just come down to a gig, sink a whiskey or two and find out! Cheers!