Some interesting new arrivals is part of the answer.
On Wednesday night the Grammy nominated (and multiple award-winning) singer-songwriter Gretchen Peters performs. One of the biggest names on the modern country scene and a songwriter for such diverse names as Etta James, Neil Diamond and Bryan Adams, her latest album Hello Cruel World came out earlier this year. Tickets £15
There’s a new arrival on Thursday in the shape of rock-fusion supergroup the Aristocrats. Featuring guitarist Guthrie Govan, drummer Marco Minneman and bassist Bryan Beller, the band were formed in January 2011 and released their self-titled first album in September. Tickets £12.50
Springsteen tribute Glory Days are at the Robin on Friday. Tickets £9
On Saturday there’s a Paul Weller in all his guises tribute, the Modfathers. Tickets £8
Sunday sees Slim Chance, the band formed by the late bass player Ronnie Lane, performing material he wrote for them after leaving the Faces. Tickets £15
Upcoming Robin gigs this month include Walter Trout (15th), Stiff Little Fingers (19th) and Nazareth (24th). For more information of these and all events at the venue, tel: 01902-401211 or visit www.therobin.co.uk