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 The Smiths Indeed
FRIDAY 9TH MAY The Smiths Is Dead, Long Live The Smiths Indeed who are devoted to recreating the atmosphere, the excitement, the music and the movements of a band that meant so much to so many! Since their formation in Liverpool in 2005, these charming musicians and Smiths devotees have been pleasing Smiths fans old and new worldwide with their faithful contribution to their legacy. Bring your flowers! |
| www.thesmithsindeed.co.uk |
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 Magnum
FRIDAY 9TH MAY Since forming in 1972, Magnum have had an action packed career which has seen them score hit albums and play alongside great acts including Metallica and Bon Jovi. Their greatest moments are celebrated in this special tour. |
| www.magnumonline.co.uk |
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 MGMT
SATURDAY 10TH MAY MGMT are one of the bands of the moment, encapsulating a shift toward intelligent, epic music. Their debut 'Oracular Spectacular' is sure to be the first of many great albums to come.
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| www.whoismgmt.com |
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 Top Man NME New Noise Tour
SUNDAY 11TH MAY Following the rawkus NME Awards Tour, more rock 'n' roll antics are promised in the Topman NME New Noise Tour, featuring Crystal Castles, Friendly Fires, Team Waterpolo and White Lies.
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| www.nme.co.uk |
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 The Wombats
MONDAY 12TH MAY The WOMBATS rounded off 2007 with the release of their fantastic debut album following a fast climb to fame. They kicked off Liverpool's Capital Of Culture celebrations by playing on a car park roof to 60,000 people and are becoming one of the most in demand bands around. |
| www.thewombats.co.uk |
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 The Bluetones
TUESDAY 13TH MAY Brit-Pop survivors The Bluetones return to treat their loyal army of fans with a UK tour. Never short of material from their extensive back catalogue, the four piece will be playing old favourites that include ‘Slight Return’ and ‘Solomon Bites The Worm’. |
| www.bluetones.info |
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 Terry Reid
WEDNESDAY 14TH MAY Terry Reid returns to the UK, with a hand-picked bunch of his favourite musicians. Backed by an all American 4-piece who between them handle guitars (including the Telecaster B-Bender), mandolin, dobro, steel guitar and banjo as well as bass and drums, Reid's legendary back catalogue of hits is set to sound even better. (Please note - Mick Taylor will no longer be appearing in this show) |
| www.terryreid.net |
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 Give It A Name Tour
FRIDAY 16TH MAY We give you a taster some of the best up and coming bands on the bill at this year's Give It A Name festival featuring Four Year Strong, Meg And Dia, Mayday Parade and The Colour Fred. |
| www.giveitaname.co.uk |
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 Robben Ford
WEDNESDAY 21ST MAY Robben Ford is one of the premiere electric guitarists today. A four-time Grammy nominee, he has played with artists as diverse as Joni Mitchell, Jimmy Witherspoon, Miles Davis and George Harrison.
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| www.robbenford.com |
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 Pull Tiger Tail
WEDNESDAY 21ST MAY The Pull Tiger Tail trio combine musical ambition with a DIY aesthetic to create modern day anthems. After creating quite a buzz in 2007, they return with some exciting new tracks set to get the indie disco kids jumping.
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| www.pulltigertail.com |
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 The Charlatans
THURSDAY 22ND MAY Since 1989, The Charlatans have enjoyed massive chart success, establishing themselves as a major force in the British music scene. The band are touring in support of their 10th studio album, 'You Cross My Path'.
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| www.thecharlatans.net |
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 Levellers
FRIDAY 23RD MAY Levellers celebrate their 20th anniversary in 2008 and to mark the occasion they're heading out on tour. Levellers are one of the best live bands around and after two decades it's time for the UK to be truly proud of one of its most enduring musical talents. |
| www.levellers.co.uk |
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 Dead Kennedys
SATURDAY 24TH MAY Dead Kennedys are known for attacking assumptions of the political left and right with humour, whilst mixing the more experimental elements of English punk with the energy of the American punk scene. Now they're back on stage maintaining their legendary hardcore punk status.
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| www.deadkennedys.com |
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Robben Ford
WEDNESDAY 24TH MAY Robben Ford is one of the premiere electric guitarists today. A four-time Grammy nominee, he has played with artists as diverse as Joni Mitchell, Jimmy Witherspoon, Miles Davis and George Harrison. |
| www.robbenford.com |
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 Zebrahead
TUESDAY 27TH MAY Punky rappers Zebrahead return after huge demand from their thousands of online friends. Huge play on YouTube and MySpace has seen the band's popularity soar and they finally announce an epic UK tour.
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| www.zebrahead.tv |
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 Skindred
WEDNESDAY 28TH MAY With a sound described as a mix of metal, hip hop, reggae and dub, the 'ragga metal' four-piece return with fresh material to add to their unique back catalogue.
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| www.myspace.com/skindred |
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 Tiny Dancers
TUESDAY 3RD JUNE Following on from their 2007 success, Tiny Dancers return to the live circuit with some dynamic new tunes tinged with an eccentric 60s vibe.
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| www.myspace.com/tinydancers |
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 Say Anything
WEDNESDAY 4TH JUNE Already a big hit in America, Say Anything come recommended by the likes of ex-tour mates Dashboard Confessional, Biffy Clyro and My Chemical Romance. |
| www.sayanythingmusic.com |
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 Stephen Lynch
THURSDAY 5TH JUNE Multi-talented Stephen Lynch is an American stand up comedian, actor and musician whose witty lyrics have won him fans worldwide.
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| www.stephenlynch.com |
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 Academy Live Ft. Suzi:Won + Soft Toy Emergency + Zut Alors + The Headliners
WEDNESDAY 11TH JUNE Academy Live takes four brand new acts out on tour, with each band taking the headline slot at the Academy venue in their region. Suzi:Won are sure to rise to the challenge in Newcastle as they inject some life into the world of indie-rock with plenty of synths and crazy keys.
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| www.myspace.com/suziwon |
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 Blue Oyster Cult
FRIDAY 13TH JUNE Thirty-plus years into their career, Blue Oyster Cult remain road warriors. Having influenced many great bands of today, they continue to rock venues around the world with their legendary tracks including the classics 'Burnin' For You', 'Godzilla' and '(Don't Fear) The Reaper'. |
| www.blueoystercult.com |
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 The Automatic
MONDAY 16TH JUNE Influenced by a huge list of acts ranging from Jarcrew to Muse, The Automatic hit the road with fresh material following the success of their 2005 debut album 'Not Accepted Anywhere'. |
| www.theautomatic.co.uk |
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 Stone Gods
SUNDAY 22ND JUNE Stone Gods are a dazzling and diverse mixture of crunching heavy metal anthems, irresistible radio-rock and sumptuous, ballsy ballads; it's a glorious celebration of everything that makes loud, blaring rock 'n' roll so reliably exhilarating.
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| www.stonegods.co.uk |
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 Ben Folds
TUESDAY 24TH JUNE The piano wizard and lyrical master graces UK shores with a handful of live dates this summer. |
| www.benfolds.com |
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 You Me At Six
THURSDAY 26TH JUNE Like a storm about to hit - we've heard the thunder from this Weybridge quintet but the lightening is on its way! Nominated as Best British Newcomer at the Kerrang! Awards before they'd had even had a release, You Me At Six are ones to watch. |
| www.myspace.com/youmeatsix |
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 Lowgold
SUNDAY 29TH JUNE With a name meaning 'of hidden worth' in Nordic, Lowgold bring the sound of a broken heart on the mend to stages across the UK.
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| www.lowgold.co.uk |
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 Pama International + The Slackers + The Pietasters + Mungos Hi Fi
TUESDAY 1ST JULY Boss Sounds proudly presents Reggae For The People, starring UK's leading ska & reggae collective Pama International (featuring Lynval Golding - The Specials), The Slackers (America's premiere interpreters of Jamaican music), The Pietasters (who formerly backed James Brown) and Mungos Hi Fi (Scotland's No1 Sound System). |
| www.pamainternational.co.uk |
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 Good To Go Tour Ft. We Are The Ocean + Canterbury + All Forgotten
SUNDAY 6TH JULY Essex whippersnappers We Are The Ocean mix ear pleasing hardcore with epic, soaring vocals. They headline the Good To Go Tour with support from Canterbury and All Forgotten. |
| www.wearetheocean.com |
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 Saving Aimee
MONDAY 7TH JULY Having won over an army of fans on MySpace, Saving Aimee return with headline shows around the country following their recent tour with We Are The Ocean. |
| www.savingaimee.co.uk |
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 Mugison
SUNDAY 13TH JULY On his third album Mugison trades in his laptop for a bass player and a drummer and cranks up his amp to create an album that will rip your heart out and make you angry, happy, sad and sexy all at the same time!
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| www.mugison.com |
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 Yngwie Malmsteen
MONDAY 14TH JULY
One of rock's premier virtuoso guitarists, his classical work for orchestra and solo electric guitar has earned him legendary status.
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| www.yngwie.org |
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 Black Kids
WEDNESDAY 20TH AUGUST Hailed as one's to watch for 2008 following their hit single 'I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How To Dance With You', Black Kids live up to the hype in their highly anticipated UK tour.
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| www.blackkidsmusic.com |
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 Academy In The UK: Vive Le Punk Tour Ft. The Damned + Buzzcocks
SUNDAY 24TH AUGUST - CANCELLED - REFUNDS AVAILABLE FROM POINT OF PURCHASE The greatest punk line up ever rocks Newcastle this summer with The Damned and Buzzcocks headlining a monster bill that includes The Rezillos, The Beat, Subhumans and Frenzy. |
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 The Animals With Steve Cropper
WEDNESDAY 27TH AUGUST American guitarist and songwriter Steve Cropper - a founding member of Booker T & The MGs, co-writer of such classics as 'Dock of the Bay' and 'Knock On Wood' - appears with The Animals, featuring original members John Steel and Micky Gallagher.
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| www.members.aol.com/TheAnimalsSite |
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 Meshuggah
SATURDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER Acknowledged for their use of extended polymetric passages, interesting drum patterns and complex guitar riffs, Meshuggah bring an experimental and exciting element to metal music. |
| www.meshuggah.net |
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 Conflict
SATURDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER - CANCELLED - REFUNDS AVAILABLE FROM POINT OF PURCHASE Outspoken hellraisers Conflict return to the UK after kicking up a fuss in America where they impressed crowds with their ear splitting tunes. Having been around since 1981 and earned rave reviews from Kerrang! and Metal Hammer, expect a meaty slab of prime anarchist punk.
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| www.conflict.org |
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 The Courteeners
FRIDAY 3RD OCTOBER With debut album 'St.Jude' receiving high praise from both critics and fans, Manchester's latest heroes embark on a mammoth tour after they hit the summer's hottest festivals.
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| www.thecourteeners.com |
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 Dragonforce
WEDNESDAY 8TH OCTOBER When DragonForce's legendary tune 'Through The Fire and Flames' was named as the toughest track to master on the infamous 'Guitar Hero III: Legends Of Rock' video game, the band have been even more in demand and now hit stages across the country.
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| www.dragonforce.com |
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 Wishbone Ash
THURSDAY 30TH OCTOBER Life on the road has seduced Andy Powell and Wishbone Ash for 39 years. Now they are in the midst of six-month tour to promote their new release of 'The Power of Eternity'. |
| www.wishboneash.com |
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 Motorhead
FRIDAY 7TH NOVEMBER The definition of rock 'n' roll comes to town in November! Raised on a diet of whiskey, heavy drums and hard-edged guitars with killer riffs, Motorhead shake Newcastle to its very core with their legendary back catalogue of powerful anthems. Support comes from Saxon and Danko Jones. Ace of spades! |
| www.imotorhead.com |
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 The Aggrolites
WEDNESDAY 12TH NOVEMBER Like a storm about to hit - we've heard the thunder from this Weybridge quintet but the lightening is on its way! Nominated as Best British Newcomer at the Kerrang! Awards before they'd had even had a release, You Me At Six are ones to watch. |
| www.myspace.com/theaggrolites |
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 New Found Glory
TUESDAY 25TH NOVEMBER One of the first bands to fuse emo and punk-pop, add a tinge of hardcore, and bring it to the mainstream, New Found Glory are setting the pace for 2008 with two upcoming album releases and a UK tour. |
| www.newfoundglory.com |
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 Sheffield Steel Tour Ft. The Human League + ABC + Heaven 17
MONDAY 1ST DECEMBER Some of Sheffield's most legendary acts celebrate the city's rich musical history as The Human League, ABC and Heaven 17 unite for a full UK tour. The likes of Arctic Monkeys, Pulp and Reverend And The Makers may have helped put Sheffield back on the map in recent years, but the Sheffield Steel Tour is set to prove that the Northern city has always been a pioneering force in experimental music. |
| www.thehumanleague.net |
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 The Complete Stone Roses
THURSDAY 4TH DECEMBER One of the UK's leading tribute bands, TCSR are touring the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland, carrying on the music of one of the best bands to emerge from the heyday of 'Madchester'. |
| www.stoneroses.net |
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 From The Jam
FRIDAY 12TH DECEMBER Bruce Foxton and Rick Buckler perform all of The Jam's greatest hits from their studio albums including 'That's Entertainment', 'Going Underground', 'A Town Called Malice', plus other Jam originals written by Foxton including 'Smithers Jones' and 'News of the World'.
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| www.fromthejam.net |
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