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Rock Haven listings
31 July 06: Del from Ekonekt seems to busting a gut to bring the best in sleazy rock n roll to Rock Haven. This coming weekend sees Bai Bang from Sweden with support from locals Knock Out Kaine. Later in the month there's Crystal Kicks and Swetbox are coming back for an all day event on 27th Aug. All this and a stack of other bands most weekends at Rock Haven
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The Idlers Sign
31 July 06: On their recent tour of the UK, The Idlers signed a deal with London based indie label "OTO Recordings", at their Dublin Castle gig in Camden. The deal sees them release a four track EP in September, on vinyl, cd and download, available nationwide. They have just finished recording at Jigsaw Studios in Lincolnshire, and more details on the release will be available soon.
The deal is looking to eventually record an album, hopefully working alongside a major label.
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Pics from Christopher's
28 July 06:Pete came along to Christopher's last night to see some excellent bands from Lincoln and Hull (and Grimsby). He had this to say of the night. The inaugrual mix and match of bands from two towns was hosted at
Christophers tonight. It turned out that not only were sounds from
Lincoln and Hull on offer but webmasters Brian and Mo made room for
Grimsby outfit 'The So and So's' who were in town hungry to play. It
was a long night with good sound mixing from Vince of The Eccentrics.
Great idea for an event and the fifty or so who turned up got something
a bit different, an interesting mix of bands and a sense of disparate
music communities being all joined up for an evening. It felt good.
Photos of a few of the bands (So and So's. Kill Surf City, Iodo and
Starter) are online at www.shine.clara.co.uk/gigs and at the this is
'ull website.
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More Dates For IWACS
28 July 06: I Was A Cub Scout have added even more dates to their summer list (is there no stopping these guys!). A gig in Lincoln at Christophers (17 Aug playing with December Snapshots and If We Lived In
Paris (featuring Harry Johns) plus another gig in London and at Old Nicks. Check out their website for full listing. The guys also have Tees and CDs available from gigs and through the website
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Sound Engineer Available
27 July 06: Been sent some info about a sound engineer (new to us here at LB) Details are:
Sound Engineer available for FOH or monitor mix, one off gigs, tours,
festivals. experienced in all music types.
Contact
Mark Hughes
Phone/Fax: 01636 707396,
Mobile: 07881 816586
Email: mark@forefrontproductions.co.uk
Web: http://mark.forefrontproductions.co.uk
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Pics from the Cell
27 July 06:Pete was at the Cell last night, so more photos and here is what he had to say: "Three bands played at the Cell tonight, presented by promoters Iian and
Chris. Kensal Rise warmed up the crowd with an acoustic set, followed
by Starter who debuted a dazzling new song that was the highlight of
the night for me, and headliners Roundhouse who arrived with at least a
bus load of mad for it fans." Some pics at www.shine.clara.co.uk/gigs
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Musoswire
27 July 06: Nick, from The Mix put us on to Musoswire (pronouced "mews-ohs-wire"), who are based in Gainsborough (cheers Nick)
Musoswire is an online CD store specialising in releases by unsigned and independent artists and record labels.
Established in 2001 by Dan Nash, when commercial pop was mainstream and “proper” bands weren’t getting the attention (or studio time) they deserved, Musoswire provided a simple and cost-effective way for musicians and bands to record their original music and sell it directly to the customer.
Many bands took up Musoswire’s offer of free studio time, and created great music that is still available through Musoswire.com.
But Musoswire has evolved, and now focuses on providing independent/unsigned musicians with a place where they can sell their own recordings online, keep their copyright, and get a fair deal. Signup is simple, cheap, and can be done online. Musicians/labels can set the sale price for their records, and need only send a small initial stock of CDs. Musoswire handles all orders in-house, taking a small fixed-price commission from each sale for warehousing and order handling, and the rest is paid directly to the artist/label. What’s more – Musoswire’s deal is totally non-exclusive! Artists are still free to sell their work through any other outlet – be it high street or online – that they choose.
Find out more and listen to great new music at www.musoswire.com
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Rolling Fish
25 July 06: New DIY promoter Rolling Fish Promotions bring their first promotion to you on Aug 11 at The Moorlands Club, on Newark Road. The gig has six bands, including I Was A Cub Scout and The Absent Minded and costs only £3.00 on the door (doors open 6.30). For details check out Rolling Fish's site at www.myspace.com/rollingfish or www.midsummermurder.cjb.net
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Yes My Ninjas Hit Lincoln
24 July 06: Iain from Bravekid has a pulled off quite a coup by managing to get Yes My Ninjas to town. Ably supported by Dollymops (featuring ex-Whelk), Chihuahua Massacre and Landfill. The gig is on Aug 5th at the Duke of Wellington (Press release)
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Eibon la Furies - Reviews
21 July 06: Black metal twosome Eibon la Furies have had their "Something wicked this way comes" CD reviewed in two extreme metal mags. The first is in Zero Tolerance (issue 12) - alongside other local outfit Fear Of Hatred and in Terrorizer (issue 147). For more info on Lord Eibon and Lady Titania Blackwood visit www.myspace.com/eibonlafuries or www.eibonlafuries.co.uk
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Delirious At Christophers
20 July 06: A new indie night featuring live bands is going to be held on the first Wednesday of the month at Christoper's. For more details check out www.myspace.com/deliriousatchristophers
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Keyboard chills?
19 July 06: Ever wondered what happened to The Straightmen following their untimely demise. Rumours abound but none have been sustantiated. But one thing is certain, keyboardist Vincent Wegner has kept himself busy. He's been writing some chilled out, piano driven tunes, which you can have a listen to on his MySpace at www.myspace.com/vincentwegner, the latest addition is called My Jam.
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Site Survey Results
18 July 06: The results of the recent site survey are now on-line. Thanks to everyone that took part. Hopefully, we'll be able to take some of your comments and the results and improve the site. To see how the results panned out look here
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New Ezine
16 July 06: Very soon a new Ezine mainly based around the local scene here in town is to open its electronic doors. James, the editor, is asking for people to help run the mag.
" We require a Photographer, Reviewers and article writes for the new zine.. Minimum commitment will require at least 1 or 2 articles to be submitted for each issue, reviewers are required to review at least 1 or 2 gigs an issue, and the photographer will be required for various photo shots of gigs e.t.c... Reviewers who are able to take good photos of gigs would be an advantage but not neccesary.. Anyone interested please email magazine@designcreature.com"
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Discount for ThisisUll/LincolnBands night
16 July 06: Thursday 27th July sees this site join up with the ever marvellous ThisisUll.com to present a night showcasing two bands from each city at Christopher's. Iodo and Starter will be playing alongside Ernest and Tarifa from Hull. Four bands for only £4.00. It's an 18+ night and if it goes well there may be more on the horizon (plus a site from Manchester way Northwest Bands would like to do the same). To encourage you to come the following voucher allows you to get in for £3.00 (that's a mere £0.75 a band! - one voucher per person, reduced rate only available with voucher). Print it and come along....
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DeciHELL
15 July 06: Dave Fryatt, promoter at Sugarcubes is keeping busy, with a full roster of upcoming gigs at the venue including The Human Value from California and Phonic Rapture amongst others. For full details www.myspace.com/sugarcubesnightclub, Dave has also taken the time to let us know of DeciHell -PA Hire Company and Events Promoter and record label. Details as follows:
deciHELL
www.myspace.com/decihell
decihell@yahoo.co.uk
07989 889515
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More from Simply Chris
15 July 06: There appears to be no stopping Chris Martin of Simply Chris at the moment. Have appeared on the scene a mere six months or so ago, Chris (having recently set up a collective with Bravekid under the banner of SimplyBrave) is now to run monthly nights at Christopher's on a Saturday. For full details read the press release. The first event is Saturday 29th July and featurs Madam Datum plus four more bands including One Word Poem and The Machines.
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Eastroad - Lucky Number
13 July 06: Eastroad are launching their new single this weekend at Guilfest. The band are playing the Rock Sound Cave at 13.40hrs on Sunday 16th. The new single a reworked version of the Lene Lovich monster hit “Lucky Number” written by Lene and Les Chappell, has already received some air play on London radio station L.B.C.
Produced by Les Chappell, Lene Lovich and Eastroad the single was then mastered by Maurice Mulligan and Bluewater Studios. EmmNett has supported the release of the single, which will be on sale at £2.00 each. A monitor mix version of the single can be heard on the bands Myspace page. www.myspace.com/eastroad
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Pics from the Cell
13 July 06: Pete was at The Cell last night, armed with camera. His comments of the night read:
"Took some pics at the Cell tonight. Unless from Grimsby and Rotary
Ten. About fifty people turned up. Chris and Iain of Simply Chris and
Raw are doing a fabulous job of bringing storming gig nights to
Lincoln. Squishy narrow venue, sealed from the outside, with chinks of
light coming up through the floorboards from the bar below, people
squeezing close to a micro stage which is squelched beneath a low
ceiling and overshadowed by a huge video projection screen and
industrial air-con. Odd, confined, intimate and somehow in this
obscure venue the music swells up and forward and through. Some pics
at www.shine.clara.co.uk/gigs"
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Unicus
13 July 06: Unicus Productions Ltd a UK based Television, IPTV and Mobile Phone production company are to launch their own IPTV channel later on this year.
Unicus Productions are looking for quality content to be show via the channel and are looking for music makers from all genres to add their footage/videos to the site. Neill Walker MD stated One of the key element s to the channel will be the music content with UMTV showing original bands and artists, this will offer them an great opportunity to gain exposure for the work
Unicus are keen to have high quality videos from around the world and would like to invite bands and artists to submit their work to the company for consideration. All copyrights are not transferred or implied and as a free to air and view service we offer space on the channel for as much or as little of your work you wish to forward to us.
More information and contact details are available via the company web site www.unicusproductions.com
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CD Cover Designs
11 July 06: Been contacted on MySpace to let all you lovely people know of an independant artist who, having done a lot of commercial work, specialises in CD artwork. For examples and contact details visit www.myspace.com/poppyhillstead
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Token Of My Affection update
11 July 06: Most of you will probably now be aware that Duff (formerly of Rides The Bus and Stabbed In Autumn) is playing drums for TOMA, but here's some other news from the guys. They're due to release a new CD in the next couple of week and have new tracks on their Myspace (www.myspace.com/tokenofmyaffection). The guys are also playing the Rising Stage at this years Summer Sundae in Leicester (over the weekend there are loads of bands including with Gomex, The Voom Booms, The Proclaimers and Redcarsgofaster) . Token Of My Affection will also be undertaking their second tour in October
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SimplyBrave
11 July 06: Further news from the Simply Chris/Bravekid camps. Having run a number of successful collaborations, the guys are have joined with Jonah from Lincoln Sounds and formed a collective. For full details see press release
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Musicians/Bands wanted in Newark
11 July 06: Darren, from Crisis Studio pushed the following our way (cheers)
MUSICIANS SOUGHT FOR LIVE & LOCAL FESTIVAL
A brand new music festival - Newark and Sherwood : LIVE & LOCAL - is being launched at Riverside Park in Newark this September.
Organised and promoted by Newark & Sherwood District Council, in partnership with Newark Town Council, this free event will showcase local performers over a three-day period from Friday 1 to Sunday 3 September.
The district and town councils are now calling for all musicians interested in taking part in the event to get in touch as soon as possible.
The district council is looking for bands, duos and solo artists of all ages to perform on Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 September. Submissions are being invited for all music genres, whether it's pop, rock, folk, indie, jazz, blues, country or classical. For the Saturday and Sunday, at least one member of the band must live in Newark and Sherwood and nominal expenses will be paid to each band selected to perform on these days.
Demos should be submitted by post to
George Sycamore, Events Officer,
Newark & Sherwood District Council,
Kelham Hall,
Newark NG23 5QX.
Performers with a web presence with MP3s can email their URL and contact details to george.sycamore@nsdc.info - all submissions will be judged on the material provided, by a selection panel including experienced musicians.
In addition, on Friday 1 September the town council will be hosting The Mayor of Newark's Festival of Bands, featuring original young musical talent in Newark. All band members must be under 21 and at least one must live in Newark. Entry forms are available now from the Town Mayor's Office at the Town Hall or by calling 01636 684822.
The above press release can be found at http://www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/pp/pressrelease/pressdetail.asp?id=4801.
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The Session update
10 July 06: New Sky TV show is looking for Bands to feature on new Show 'The Session' The show will feature bands playing live across the UK, it will also feature interviews with fans and band members.
For a chance to play The Session please send Band Demo's and info
(this must include brief history of the band, whether the band is Signed and with who, Full postal address and contact numbers)
TO:
F.A.O Chris Johnson -
The Session
Immage Studios
Margaret Street
Immingham
DN40 1 LE
Sevenday Weekend are appearing at The Baton Rouger, Cleethorpes as part of The Session
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New Entertainments Officer at Bishop Grosteste College
10 July 06: Had a rather nice email from Laura Mould who ends her term as Ents Officer at Bishop Grot, and I thought I would share it with you all.
"Hello firstly, unfortunately the time has come for me to hang up my boots for my position as
Vice President Entertainments Officer at Bishop Grosteste College and give
you the details of the new ENTS offer who is ED Brown...
I would also like to thank all the wonderful bands that have played BGCSU over the past year including,
The Silver Lakes, Starter, Rotary Ten and the Fantastic Idlers who have all put on amazing shows for
us up the hill. Thank you also for putting me as a promoter on your website, this has helped so
many bands get in contact and helped to set up gigs.
yours 'very sad to give up this wonderful job, '
Laura Mould (Loo)"
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More dates for I Was A Cub Scout
10 July 06: Alternative electro punks I Was A Cub Scout have added even more dates to their already impressive intinerary this summer. Further dates in London (Sept 16 Small Town America Records All Dayer, with
Blood Red Shoes, Dartz! Frank Turner (ex million dead) and Leeds brings the number of gigs lined up for the duo to eighteen. IWACS also have new shirts available for pre order, 7" record and 3" cd
available on fear and records next month.
MORE IWACS gigs added including one with Liberty X (!) in London and the last Shooting Victor Francis gig in Nottingham
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More pics from Pete
09 July 06: On a sunny Saturday afternoon in Lincoln, England the Emmnet marquee at the
Castle saw Token of my Affection, The Minnesota Fat. Firebrand, Enki
and Djune take to the stage. It was a time for glorious, passionate
music that makes you feel joy to be alive. Nobody failed to deliver.
In the evening down at the Jolly Brewer an evening of Irish traditional
music embellished a perfect day. Some pics online at
www.shine.clara.co.uk/gigs
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Detonal State Are Back!
08 July 06: One of Lincoln's favourite metal bands, Detonal State, are back and will be playing the Brewerfest on Friday 21 July (the festival runs from 21-23 July). Tim Gregory left DS some time back to concentrate on his studies and there has been much speculation surrounding who could/would fill the vacant slot. Unfortunately, Rumour Central haven't given any names so keepe checking their website for updates www.detonalstate.com or www.myspace.com/detonalstate
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Pics From Christopher's
08 July 06: Pete went along to Christopher's last night to the Starter/Eastroad gig. Photos from the night can be found at www.shine.clara.co.uk/gigs
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iodo Summer Tour News
06 July 06: Indie/Electronic experimentalists iodo have announced a summer tour. Taking in six towns and eight gigs including and acoustic session on The Mix, the guys kicked off in The Shed in Leicester last night and visit, amongst others, Oxford, Boston, Leeds, Lincoln and of course the Global Village Peace Gathering. Full details can be found on their site www.iodo.co.uk or Myspace www.myspace.com/iodotheband
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Raw Listings - July
06 July 06: Have just had the listing for Raw at the Cell for July. Chris (SImply Chris) and Iain (Bravekid) having joined up seem to be going all out to get some excellent bands in for your pleasure. For full details see gigs page or flyer
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Water Festival
06 July 06: The Lincoln Water festival (Sat 22 July) will feature seven bands/artistes including recent chart entries Captain and local bands The Small Print, One Word Poem and an acoustic set from Ben Atkins. Check out the gig listing, details or press release for full details |
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Asylum 77
06 July 06: Mark Leary (Detonal State) has taken his graphic design to the next level. Mark is going full time, doing the artwork he is so good at. Check out his work at www.asylumseventy7.co.uk and on Myspace at www.myspace.com/asylumseventy7. And remember there are discounts for bands, promo companies
etc... from Lincoln
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Playing Aloud Update
03 July 06: Received the follwing from Duncan at Playing Aloud
"Playing Aloud are now open from 10am to 11pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 6pm Saturday and Sunday.
We have a land line at the studios now which is 01522 687700. Our mobile number stays the same at 07810 596861. If we're not at the studio, try the mobile or email us at
We have improved the ventilation in all three rooms so the fans are outside. This means they suck the hot air out more efficiently from the top of the rooms and make much less noise in the rooms.
If you have trouble with persistent feedback from vocals or guitars during practice let us know and we can add a graphic equaliser to your pa or amp to notch out the offending frequencies.
We are no longer supplying crash cymbals as part of the standard rehearsal cost. This has proved uneconomic due to the short life of the cymbals. Please bring your own (2 stands provided per kit) or you can hire ours at £1 per cymbal per hour. Hi-hat and ride cymbals will continue to be provided.
Special Offer - During the five weeks of school holiday, all practice hours between 10am and 4pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 6pm Saturday and Sunday will be 10% off normal price (excluding any solo musician deals)."
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New Local Internet Radio
03 July 06: Have been told of a local (Boston based I think) internet radio station that is looking for bands to submit their MP3s, get interviewed and for people to listen in. Check out the site at www.myspace.com/xwr or www.xclamationmusic.com/xwr
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Ratio 3 - Back in business!
03 July 06: Young Bourne-based punks Ratio 3are back in action after their GCSE's and are adding a new guitarist to the band. New material & loads of surprises.
Their next gig will be an outdoor gig at the Bourne Grammar School playing field on Saturday 8th July, but the guys are hungry for more gigs so if you can help them out contact they're looking for support or headline slots anywhere.
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