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Australian Legends The Church Celebrate 30th Anniversary Of Classic ‘Starfish’ Album With UK Performances

April 11, 2019

It’s hard to believe but the undisputed classic album, ‘Starfish’, from legendary Australian band The Church, commemorates its 30th anniversary this year. To celebrate the occasion, The Church will be touring the UK this June, including a weekend of shows at London’s Bush Hall, as well as appearances at Manchester’s Club Academy, and La Belle Angele, in Edinburgh.

Beth Ditto reunites with Gossip for UK/EU Anniversary Tour

March 26, 2019

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of their breakthrough record and subsequently cult album, ‘Music For Men’, Gossip are reuniting for a very special UK/European tour. Tickets go on sale Friday March 29, 9am, through bandsintown.

#Jedward Announce May UK Tour Dates

March 8, 2019

With Ireland today finally revealing that they’re sending Sarah McTernan as their entry to this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, two time entrants Jedward – to date the holders of the best result this century for Ireland – have announced they will be performing 6 UK concert dates this May. Further dates, including the possibility of Dublin shows, are yet to be confirmed.

BRIT Award Winner Tom Walker Releases Debut Album ‘What A Time To Be Alive’

March 1, 2019

Today March 1 sees the release of Tom Walker’s debut album, ‘What A Time To Be Alive’. The title could well be a description of what’s been going on in Tom’s head lately: he won the BRIT Award for British Breakthrough Act, and was nominated for his single, ‘Leave A Light On’. That track entered straight into the UK Official Top 40 songs of 2018, and also hit the #1 spot on iTunes in 20 countries, and sold Platinum in 10.

Dario Distasi – ‘Stuck In Here’

January 24, 2019

Manchester UK rock artist Dario Distasi comes in with all guns firing on his latest single, ‘Stuck In Here’. Although he comes across with the savvy and skills of a long time music veteran, it’s actually his first proper single release and video.

Something Beautiful: Manchester Four-Piece Larkins Speak To EP

January 23, 2019

Ahead of their biggest headline tour Manchester-based four-piece Larkins rebooted their infectious single ‘Something Beautiful’. Getting candid they talk about what inspired the reboot, their hopes for the remaining tour dates, the message they want listeners to take away from their music and more.

The Rising Are ‘Moving On’ With Only Six Weeks To Go Before UK Tour

January 3, 2019

Following on from their album, ‘Moving On’, as well as their recently released seasonal EP, ‘Christmas Brought You Here’, Belfast based trio The Rising will be performing four dates across the UK this February.

The Essential Advent Calendar: December 13 – The Waitress Asks If ‘Somebody Mentioned Christmas’

December 18, 2018

Manchester based singer songwriter Ben Turner performs as The Waitress, and with thoughtful storytelling, combined with bursts of energy and intensity, creates music which is a seamless blend of folk, jazz, country, and pop.

Dido Returns After Five Year Hiatus With New Album ‘Still On My Mind’ Out March 8 And Announcement Of 27 Date Tour

November 12, 2018

Dido is set to return with the announcement of her first new album in five years, ‘Still On My Mind’. The record will be released on March 8 through BMG.

Dave Keuning Founding Member Of The Killers Unveils Title Track ‘Prismism’ From Debut Album Ahead Of Concert Announcements

November 7, 2018

Dave Keuning, guitarist and one of the founding members of The Killers, is set to release his debut album, ‘Prismism’, under the name Keuning. The album comes out on January 25 next year, via Thirty Tigers. Keuning has also announced two UK performance dates – Manchester and London, on December 9 and 10 respectively.

New Hope Club Release New EP ‘Welcome To The Club Pt. 2’

October 30, 2018

New Hope Club have today released their new EP, ‘Welcome To The Club Pt. 2’, which has shot straight to No.2 in the iTunes album chart!

A CHANGE IS ON ITS WAY – Northside Frontman Dermo Returns With Aggressive New Punk Quartet Time For Action

October 22, 2018

Hailed for their explosive live shows, Northside were an intrinsic part of the Madchester/baggy scene, which fused indie rock guitars with the dance beats of a flourishing underground rave culture.