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Machine Head - Album Preview Exclusive
31.01.07: Tonight's gig at Christopher's courtesy of RaW and LMS featuring Smokescreen, Evil Scarecrow and Final Epitaph has something of an exclusive. There will a playback of the new Machine Head album - The Blackening - two months before its release. Tickets are £5.00 on the door, £4.00 NUS/Flyer or £3.00 in advance (tickets from Christopher's). It's not often that Lincoln manages such an exclusive, so get along and enjoy.
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Breed 77 In Lincoln
30.01.07: The new Evolution promo company working out of Access To Music have pulled off something of a coup. For their opening night Breed 77 will be headlining! Support acts still to be confirmed. The gig is at The Duke Of Wellington on Saturday 10th February. This will be ticket sales (£10) only show, on a first come first served basis. Tickets will be available soon. Check out www.myspace.com/evolutionpresents for details.
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Gaping Axe Wound - CD Launch
29.01.07: Masters of debauched metal, Gaping Axe Wound, release their debut EP on Friday 9th Feb. The launch party is at the Bivouac (also on the bill are The Jackals, The Voice Of Treason, IMYBIKE & Deaf Havana). The EP which consists of four tracks is only £3.00. But, be warned with titles like: Pre-teen, Be My Queen, Been There, Fucked That, Got the Bloodstains, Gash to Gash, Fanny Bash and Fanny Full of Fists, this isn't for the faint hearted!
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The Rays - Upcoming Gigs
25.01.07: The Rays have a number of gigs lined up, they're playing Dogma in Lincoln on 1st Feb followed by Roadhouse, Manchester (2nd), The Hogs Head, Leeds (8th) and then back to Lincoln in March for Christophers (3rd) followed by a trip over to Nottingha, (8th) to play Nottingham Uni. Details on their site. |
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The Small Print on The Mix
25.01.07: The Small Print bring their brand of alt rock to the airwaves this weekend. They are in session this Friday (26th).. 94.9 & 104.7 fm BBC Radio Lincolnshire, also on line at www.bbc.co.uk/lincolnshire. Be sure to check out the Mix (use the lsiten again feature, if you're out). Nick's show is (as far as I'm aware) the only mainstream radio programme that supports local bands and gigs, so listen in. |
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The Bus Rides Again
25.01.07: Perennial favourites Rides The Bus are set to headline at The Biv, a year since their last gig. They were originally second on the bill but the headliners (Failsafe) have had to pull out at short notice. Also on the bill are Pennyless Ben, Drive by Theory and Fleeing From Finales. Doors open at 8.00 |
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Live! Live! Live!
25.01.07: 2007 is supposed to be the Year Of Live Music; seems that here in Lincolnits been taken to heart with all the promoters providing a great selection of fantastic local and not so local bands playing over the next couple of months. There are so many gigs over the next couple of months at The Bivouac, Christopher's, The Traveller's Rest and The Engine Shed, there shouldn't be any excuse not to catch up with some excellent live music. On top of this the number of Lincoln bands that are now getting a stack of gigs out of town. Its an exciting time. |
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Alternative Skegness
25.01.07: For those of you that haven't come across Alternative Skegness its a promo company, putting on gigs every three weeks or so at The Parade Complex in Skeg. The next line up (10th Feb) consists of Smokescreen, Evil Scarecrow and The Cucumber Pilots. Its FREE to get in!! Might be worth taking a trip over to the coast and catching some bands over there. More details at www.myspace.comalternativeskegness |
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The Idlers News
25.01.07: After a break working on new material, The Idlers have announced a string of new
dates announced up and down the country in the coming months, with a few
more TBA shortly. starting in March as follows... |
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RaW / Live Music Society
24.01.07: RaW has teamed up with The Live Music Society from Lincoln Uni to hold a
night on Wednesday 31st January at Christophers Bar & Live Music Venue.
James from the LMS has booked some great out of town bands with |
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Eddie Harrison Tour
24.01.07: Eddie Harrison is starting his first proper tour in mid February and would like to kick it off in Lincoln on either the 16th or 17th February. He has already arranged a headliner for the night – Monster Bobby who plays in The Pipettes – and wants to hijack your club night! He needs a venue to put the gig on in the evening on either of those nights (depending on which you can give him) and is wondering if you will let him use your venue or even better, hijack your club night and book the bands and put the gig on there. He would be incredibly grateful if you could help him out and would be a great kicking off his first proper tour in Lincoln with an ace night which could easily be a sell out! You can get in contact with him, prefereably on his myspace page or send an email to isthispop@hotmail.com He appreciate if you got in contact as soon as possible! |
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Fabonacci EP Launch
22.01.07: Fabonacci are holding a launch party for their debut EP - Exits - at The Traveller's Rest on 9th February |
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Last Raw Night at The Cell
21.12.06: Pete went along to the last Raw night at the Cell, with his camera and reported: "Wednesday 20th December saw the very last ever Raw at the Cell before its relocation over to Christophers bar on Newland at the start of next year - and it was a completely packed house. Six acts played both upstairs and down with a bit of overlap between now and again. Upstairs, lead vocal Jimmy of Tetra Valium was glammed up to the max - in a gold dress with matching waistcoat and purse and a black wig and his familiar shades. Silly in style but not musically as they opened and set the tone for a festive night of purposeful indie rock. Cherry Willingham lads Park Bench Theory followed with their own up-for-it Madchester attitude and well worked songs with Vinyl Collide, back for a Christmas visit from their new life in Leeds meeting with a full on rapturous welcome. It was all very glittery and a bit manic by the end as the old faves were performed to an adoring crowd. They were reduced to a ramshackle close by a jolly stage invasion which ensured no-one could mistake the event for a typical mid-week gig night. It's Christmas! As the Cell emptied out into the freezing fog of the longest, bitterest night of the year it is nice to anticipate that RAW nights next year could maintain some of this big draw success and give Lincoln's live music scene greater credibility." Pics of the upstairs bands are at www.shine.clara.co.uk/gigs/cell201206 webspace. |
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Robert Sauter Ltd - Sleeper Tour Buses
22.01.07: This company are based in Lincoln, and I didn't know, so I thought I pass the info on. Robert Sauter Ltd supply Sleeper Tour Buses to the music industry. They have a fleet of sleeper tour buses ranging from their 11 berth single decker to 16 berth double deckers, trailers are also available on request. All their vehicles have been custom designed and refitted to the highest standard and all are fully air conditioned. Further details can be found on our web site www.robertsauter.co.uk You have got to see these! |
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2007 - A Good Start
20.01.07: Apparently, 2007 is the Year Of Live Music. Seems like we're making a good start here in Lincoln. As previously mentioned Lipstick Entourage are at the Engine Shed in Feb, After Dark and A Fighting Chance, two young bands starting to make a name on the local scene, have a joint tour lined up, taking in Grantham, Lincoln, Newark and Hull and ambient metal band Fear Of Hatred, start gigging this year after some time honing their tunes and gaining themselves a lot of respect for their tunes. Everyone knows how many gigs I Was A Cub Scout have lined up and Eastroad, who have moved to London have a string of gigs round the big city including The Hope & Anchor. |
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Lipstick Entourage @ The Engine Shed
19.01.07: Lipstick Entourage, are playing the Engine Shed on February 2nd. If you haven't been to the Engine Shed yet, don't miss this opportunity to go along and support a local band there. It's only £3.50 to get in. Headliners are Lost Alone. |
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Pennyless Ben Debut CD
19.01.07: Pennyless Ben, release their debut CD at Christopher's this coming Monday (22nd) it was recorded live at Lincoln College and features seven self-penned tracks. It can be bought at gigs (and we assume our band members) for just £2.00. The guys have also got a number of gigs lined up in Lincoln (The Trav's and Christopher's) and Grantham (The Malt Shovel) |
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Columbian Hits - A Success
17.01.07: Last night's showcase was a resounding success. Christopher's was rammed and all the bands put in excellent performances. A big thanks to all the bands, Chris, Jonah, Josh and of course Neil for making the event go of without a hitch. Marc and Ollie, from Columbia Records were impressed with the standards of the bands and the general professionalism of the event. Nice one Lincoln!! Pete was there with camera: "Despite scepticism the Man from Columbia actually turned up to check
out the phenomenon that is the alternative live music scene here in
Lincoln. Instead of the bands having to make the 300 mile round trip
to play in a tired out venue which is deserted apart from some North
American tourists, people hiding from the rain and five loyal fans in
tow - this was a precious gesture of support from inside the industry. |
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The Band From County Hell - Gig dates
17.01.07: The Band From County Hell (website) have announced a string of dates for the coming months. They're playing a number of festivals around the country including their first appearence at The Manchester Irish Festival (www.manchesteririshfestival.co.uk) , The Cambridge Trike Festival (www.trikesrus.co.uk), The Grantham Carnival and Boston's Party In The Park. They are also hosting their own 'Oddbod Music Night', in support of 'Sleaford Live' There will be an open mic for performers to come and do their thing. Evening to be compèred by Chris Watson and present and past BFCH members will be doing individual 'oddbod' performances! – plus guests – anyone interested in doing a performance please contact benmclelland@aol.com. From 8pm. Telephone 01529 303303. |
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theRays In The Sudio
13.01.07: theRAYS, who are playing the Columbian Night at Christopher's on Tuesday (16 Jan) will be going into the studio on 19th - 21st January to record their new three track EP. Containing new and original material, the EP is expected to be ready for release in February/March. Watch theRays website or here for more details. |
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Callum Howell Rest In Peace
14.12.06: It is with profound sadness that I bring you the news of the death of Callum Howell, guitarist with MCD. He was found dead yesterday (13th Dec) . He was 18. Callum has spent the last six years playing guitar with MCD, which he co-founded with Dan Brogan and Gaz Mackie when he was only twelve. At the age of 13 he took the band through to the finals of the Scunthorpe Rock Open, where one of his tunes – “Alone” won over the judges and critics alike. Callum also played in the much loved Dead Girls Never Struggle and The Agents. This year as well as going out on tour twice with MCD he filled in on guitar with The Infested from Leeds on their nationwide tour and played with Strza Crack in front of 20,000.
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More RaW Launch Parties
12.01.07: Two more launch parties are happening this month from the RaW Stable. RaW Electronica launches on Wed 17th January, purely based around the electro side of indie & dance. Local big beat act Kadence www.myspace.com/kadenceuk , a 7 piece group with live percussion, drums, bass, guitar, vocals, synths, dj and violin will be joinded on stage by Heartbreak High www.myspace.com/weareheartbreakhigh a side project from One Word Poems Charlie & Hugh. On Wed 24th January is RaW-ternative, featuring the heavier side of alternative music. These nights are part of the Wednesday’s monthly rotations down at Christophers Bar & Live Music Venue with RaW Electronica night on 3rd of the month, RaW-ternative 4th of… Prices are £2 advanced from the usual places, £2.50 NUS, £3 others on the night. |
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Columbian Hits
11.01.07: This coming Tuesday is The Columbian Hits night at Christopher's. This is another fine example of promoters and bands working for the good of the "scene" in Lincoln. A number if bands including Starter, Lipstick Entourage and One Word Poem will be playing, this showcase for the industry. Entry will be £3.00 on the night and well worth coming along to. |
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Days Before Television on The Mix
11.01.07: Days before Television on the show on Friday (12/1). The Mix are also looking for people to review gigs for them, so if you think you might want to have a go at that, send them an email to themix.lincolnshire@bbc.co.uk |
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Moiety Update
11.01.07: Moiety have a new member on keys/bass , Dan Rushby from what was once The Whelkattachment. Danny Collins will now be playing guitar and backing vocals , Chris Temple will be staying on guitar and main vocals and Tom Shaws staying on the drums and backing vocals. They've been writing some new stuff and looking forward to getting back out and playing again. Anybody needs a band for a slot give them a shout. www.myspace.com/moiety www.overplay.com/moiety |
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Blue Dog Films - Award
11.01.07: Paul, from The Difference Engine and Eibon la Furies sent in some good news about their Film Company - Blue Dog Films (www.bluedogfilms.com). Ourselves and Abi Moore have just won the December award on The Video Awards website (basically most people voted for us out of a whole host of stuff from all over the world!). You can find out more here - www.thevideoawards.com/winners/december/ |
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IWACS Support Babyshambles
07.01.07: The seemingly unstoppable I Was A Cub Scout have landed a peach of a gig at the Brixton Academy on February 18th, supporting BabyShambles. It is an NME awards show and tickets can be bought for £20 on NME.com |
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Raw Launch Night
07.01.07: Pete was at the Raw Launch at Christopher's last Saturday night. Seems like he was very impressed "Relocated this year from the Cell to Christophers, Chris and the whole RAW team presented a top debut night for Lincoln gig-goers. With the aid of independent record store Sonic Sounds the upstairs has been refurbed and new look suggests this venue is a legend in the making. Rory was on the decks downstairs, the bar-staff were in black RAW branded Tees and upstairs the ticketing, sound mixing and band intros were all handled by a team that look good and keep the show on the road with some style. This is a serious attempt at offering an alternative music scene here in our City with vision, increasing the credibility and hopefully achieving the all important 'tipping point'. It was great to see members of bands in attendance (from Starter, Rotary Ten and IWACS) who were there to show support - nice one. The crowd ebbed and flowed but must have been close to a hundred strong across the night and that gives a buzz for bands who need to know how good their music sounds beyond playing in a lonely rehearsal hall. There were some various technical hitches though and some of the bands seemed inconsistent and have played better sets - but this is their chance to dig in and improve their game for next time and shouldn't lose belief. It was all good. The five bands who played on the opening night, in running order, were - Sanctimonious, The Small Print, Dazed Dakotas, Lipstick Entourage and The Jubilees. Some photos online at www.shine.clara.co.uk/gigs - Top night. Looking good for 2007" |
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Sevenday Weekend Gigs
06.01.07: Sevenday Weekend are playing a session for Radio Lincs' The Mix, which will be aired on 19 Jan. The guys have got a busy few weeks coming up after that, playing numerous gigs in Lincoln, Grantham, Loughborogh and Sheffield. For full details see their site |
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RaW Re-launch, Christophers Décor and RaW Staff Required
04.01.07: RaW re-launches its now weekly Saturday night at Christopher’s Bar & Live Music Venue this Saturday with 5 great Lincolnshire bands performing (The Jubilees, Lipstick Entourage, Dazed Dakotas,The Small Print and Sanctimonious).
Chris from RaW with help from Josh of Delirious have been very busy with the refurbishment of the upstairs live room. It’s well worth checking out. It’s got a more darker rock n roll feel with loads of band posters plastered over the walls. A big BIG thank you to Jim at Sonic Sounds for all the posters, it could not have happened like this without his help.
Jonah and Chris from RaW are looking for staff to help with promotions and to work on the nights. A great insight can be had into the wonderful world of music promotions, good pay and a chance to see so many live bands for free! Get in touch via www.myspace.com/rawnights, email rawnights@simplychrislike.com or call/text Chris on 07939 034 017 |
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Fistful Of Sound split
04.01.07: Progressive metal band Fistful Of Sound have decided to call it a day. No reasons have been given. We'd like to wish all the band members all the best in any future projects. |
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Nightvision CD Launch
01.01.07: Nightvision are launching their new four track CD 'Its my Time' at the Escalator evening taking place this Friday (5th Jan) at Christopher's. The band are really happy with the CD and are hoping it will help win them opportunities at bigger venues around the country in the coming year. Also on the bill on Friday are The Almaboobies, Desert Smile and Park Bench Theory. |
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Dates needed
01.01.07: "A Fighting Chance and After Dark require help with finding two Lincoln dates
that will feature as the start and end of a week long tour both bands are
taking in February. |
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Gaping Axe Wound News
01.01.07: Gaping Axe Wound are playing at The Traveller's Rest this Friday (5th Jan), with The Legacy, Detonal State, Clara Maass and D Rail, before going in to the studio to record their debut EP, which is to be entitled "'Fannies Full Of Fist'. The trio, who have a proven pedigree in earlier bands (such as Goatpuncher, Dead Girls Never Struggle) are hoping to have the EP ready by the end of January, They are also hoping to have Tees and other merch available by then. |
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