The Gig Guide Issue 20

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eDITOR’S LeTTeR

What a busy few months we have all had! The summer

has gone (apparently) and onto autumn where I

know some of you will want to stay indoors but I beg

you to keep braving the weather and darker nights to take

on some fantastic entertainment.

A huge month for Canterbury sees the long awaited grand

reopening of The Marlowe Theatre and what an incredible

sight it is. We can look forward to a real flurry of talent

coming to Kent in the next few years.

Interviews with Pop/Punk stars You Me At 6 and last year’s

X-Factor winner, Matt Cardle make this a celebrity issue

that is back up by local talent We Cry Hero in an interview

that could have covered 40 pages! A look at back at the

summer festivals has had all our writers reminiscing about

the epic amount of talent that came to Kent throughout July

and August, it can only get better next year.

Bradley McManus

CONTENTS

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FEaTUREs

We Cry Hero Interview 6

The Marlowe Theatre 10

You Me At Six Interview 16

Summer Festival Write-Ups 20

Matt Cardle Interview 28

REGULaRs

Wordsearch 15

CD Reviews 26

Gig Reviews 30

Listings 35

Not To Be Missed 45

CONTeNTS

INTERVIEW

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Chris and Duncan met up with me in The Port Arms to discuss their band, writing, Facebook and shoes!

soithasalwaysbeenyoutwo?duncanandChrisfromtheverystart...D: We’ve known each other since we were 16 and that was at college. We have been in a few bands and things in our time and this was a progression from a band called The Hideout. I had heard that Chris wanted to do something a bit more mainstream so we got together and although I came in at a late

stage, once I was in that was it.

andthiswaswhen...C: Probably this time (August) last year... My computer at home is full of ideas and I wrote two scratch tracks one of which is on the EP. I was at a gig and asked a couple more mates in other bands to get involved and the small idea just kind of ran away with itself. Then I found out that Tom had just got back from China and he was the only one of us who has done music for a living and that’s pretty much how we formed.

Iknowyouguyshavehadquiteafewline-upchanges,what’sthecurrentsituation?

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D: Aaron has left now, we always knew this was the case and he has gone onto his other band and we wish him well. There’s a few other things going on but nothing set in stone yet but we’ll be sure to let you know when things move forward!

What’syourwritingprocess?C: I write the songs without lyrics or melody. Obviously as a band we got through a tuning process and we throw stuff in and polish it. Tom will go off with a rough version and write some lyrics and melody and 9 times out of 10 he’ll come back and we’ll change even more stuff

Wheredoyouguysseethis

goingthen?C: Well now we’re in a position where people are sniffing around and asking us to do things. Don’t get me wrong we aren’t going on a world tour or playing Wembley but things are starting to happen. What with the image, iTunes, the music, Facebook and so on, We Cry Hero ‘the brand’ is starting to turn heads.

D: We’re in a bit of a dilemma at the moment as well. We have a group of close fans who have heard our tunes so much they keep saying, “when’s the new track out,” but you can’t just keep smashing new songs, you need to build a reputation with some core pieces of music which is where

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So Tell Me and New You came from. We were (probably still are) obsessed with Facebook and fan numbers so we try and spread our music through there quite a bit but we do realise that someone who clicks ‘like’ doesn’t necessarily mean as much as it does when you pack out a venue.

soyou’requiteintoyourpromotion?C: You have to be! We love it when someone comes to one of our gigs and says it’s the first time they have heard us and they buy a CD, that feeling is incredible. You have to be realistic though and understand it does matter how good you are, if you do not market yourself then you won’t fill your potential. We do our own promo, our own music, our own videos and our own various web outlets so as a band we are very self sufficient also very self reliant.

duncan,whydoyoualwaystakeyourshoesoffatagigandwearsunglassesontopofyourhead?D: I have been waiting for someone to notice this! I don’t think I have ever played a gig with shoes on because when you play it’s a bit stressful, you get a bit nervous so, take the

shoes off and you can feel the floor and I’m a bit more chilled out and I can feel my effects pedals much better. Make sure the socks stay on though, you don’t want splinters! The glasses thing is practical, it gets bright on stage and if I need them they’re there, it’s like a comfort blanket! Some people have cool haircuts or tattoos, I have glasses on my head.

Fairenough...D: Oh and another thing. I must make a point that there is another guy in another band, no names, who has just started not wearing shoes and putting glasses on and I want it in writing that I did it first!

After this the interview lost its way a little a whilst the pair discussed who would win in a fight between Puff Daddy and Iron Maiden I thought it best to slip out the side door!

We Cry Hero’s debut EP is out now available on iTunes and from the guys at any gigs they play. The review is later on in the magazine so check out what our reviewer Ben thought of the guys effort.

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The band will be supported by Deaf Havana and Lower Than Atlantis.

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unforgettable performances will be presented in two new spaces. The main auditorium is a great place to enjoy the biggest and best touring productions. You’ll be seeing shows in the best possible setting, with luxurious seats, outstanding interior design and superb acoustics.

The Marlowe Studio offers experiences that will entertain and inspire. Join us for comedy nights, music gigs and appearances by some of the

world’s most innovative theatre companies. You can also develop your creative talents, with a wide range of workshops to take part in.

The first one-nighter in the main auditorium of the £25.6 million venue (which opens on 4 October) is multi-award-winning Stephen Merchant. The co-creator of The Office and Extras is embarking on his first-ever stand-up comedy tour, Hello Ladies.

“Most people don’t realise that I was a stand-up comedian before I met ricky Gervais and his coat-tails,” he said. “Life can be lonely as a Tv writer so this tour is a great opportunity for me to get out there and meet my fans. And make at least one of them my wife.”

Stephen will be at The Marlowe on Saturday 8 October as part of the My Marlowe opening weekend.

Featuring live music, street theatre, children’s events,

THe NeW MARLOWe THeATRe IN CANTeRbURY WILL be bRINgINg YOU THe beST Of eveRYTHINg, fROM COMeDY TO CLASSICS.

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dance and comedy there is something for everyone to enjoy. Many events are free and there will also be the opportunity to explore the building and meet the theatre’s staff.My Marlowe organiser nicki Setterfield said: “The new Marlowe is very much about providing something for everyone - for local residents, for the people of Kent, for tourists nationally and internationally - for you and me, whatever your age. Our aim is to encourage visitors old and new to participate and to celebrate with us in launching this astonishing new cultural landmark for the city.”Other comedians at the theatre include Al Murray (27 October) Stewart Lee (24 February), and Sarah Millican (23 April).

The first week-long production is a major show by one of the world’s leading circus arts companies.

Canada-based Cirque Éloize have gained a global reputation for their highly original performances and have won many awards. Featuring an international cast of 16

energetic and multi-skilled performers, their show iD is a thrilling blend of circus arts and explosive dance.

A perfect way for audiences of all ages to experience the new Marlowe Theatre for the first time, Cirque Éloize appears for only five performances, between Wednesday 12 and Saturday 15 October.

The Marlowe Studio launches with a dynamic introduction to Shakespeare’s funniest and smartest comedy under the direction of Edward Hall. Pocket Comedy is an hour-long version of Propeller’s internationally-acclaimed production of The Comedy of Errors. It runs from Tuesday 18 to Saturday 22 October.

Propeller return to The Marlowe (main auditorium) in March with two, full-length productions, Henry v and The Winter’s Tale.

Music comes in many guises at The Marlowe. Kate rusby, one of the freshest voices in English folk music, performs her winning mix of traditional

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songs and new compositions on Wednesday 26 October.

Acclaimed singer, writer and concertina player Emily Portman, who is inspired by the darker underbelly of folklore and balladry, is appearing on Friday 4 november.

The Magic of Motown comes to The Marlowe direct from the uSA on 27 January to recreate the legendary Detroit sound.

Music legend nick Lowe makes a rare live appearance to perform songs both from his new album, The Old Magic, and from his whole career. A pivotal figure in the early punk rock and pub rock scenes, nick is at The Marlowe on 22 February.

Cinderella will be the first pantomime in the new Marlowe Theatre and three of television’s biggest, brightest and most talented stars have joined the cast.

John Partridge (best known for playing Christian in EastEnders) will play Prince Charming,

whilst top entertainment personality Stephen Mulhern (entertainer and presenter of Magic numbers and Britain’s Got More Talent) plays Buttons.They will be joined by top comedy actress Sue Devaney (Dinnerladies, Coronation Street and Casualty) as the Fairy Godmother and Marlowe Theatre pantomime legend Dave Lee. running between Friday 2 December and Sunday 22 January.

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For Music, FilM, TheaTre, class & clubs, arT exhibiTions lisTingsThe Original Rod Stuart Band - Apart From RodSaturday 1st October 7.30pm

Victorian Murder Mystery EveningSunday 2nd October 7.30pm

Astor Comedy ClubThursday 6th October 7.30pm

Cameo OperaFriday 7th october 8pm

Snake Davis SnakeStringsSaturday 8th October 7.30pm

Raw DealFriday 21st October 7pm

The MagnetsSunday 23rd October 7.30pm

Letz ZepFriday 28th October 7.30pm

The Haunted BrideFriday 4th November 8pm

Kaisai MasaiSaturday 5th November 7.30pm

Little Toby WalkerSunday 6th November 7pm

John OtwaySaturday 12th November 7.30pm

Keith James: The Songs of Leonard CohenFriday 18th November 7.30pm

The BlockheadsSaturday 19th November 7.30pm

Raw DealFriday 25th November 7pm

WORDSEARCH

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1. YouMeAtSix2. WeCryHero3. Wakeup4. Shychlo5. Gallows6. FolkWeek7. Marlowe8. Festival9. LoverBoy

10. newYou11. Halloween12. Fireworks13. rebeccariots14. MattCardle15. Letters16. PredictingTheFall17. PullOutAndrun18. SinnersneverSleep

BRADLEY’S MUSICAL WORDSeARCH

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Boasting a top 5 album in the uK and various chart singles in the last year, You Me at Six are one of Britain’s alternative music success stories of recent times. As they prepare to embark on a tour that sees the Margate Winter Gardens as one of the destinations, The Gig Guide catches up with lead singer Josh Franceschi to discuss the tour, upcoming album and the state of the current music industry.

HowdidyoucomeupwiththerelativelyuniquenameforYouMeatsix?We were all around 15/16 and needed to have a flyer with a name for the first show we were about to be doing. I’m not even sure how, but it was an abbreviation for the time we were going to meet. It just

stuck so we kept it; You Me at Six it was. Originally it was a comma (You, Me at Six) but that wasn’t going to work.

Mostrecentsingle“RescueMe”(featuringChiddyBang)hasaverydifferentsoundtopreviousalbumsHoldMedownandTakeOffYourColours.Isitagoodrepresentationofwhat’stocome?That was a joke song which we recorded before the new album. We had some time off after the European Tour and had written this song that we think we should have a laugh on and play around to give us some time for us. We thought the [record] label would laugh it out, but they made it into a single. That single made it into the top 20. We’re not sure how it happened but it was a cool way to prove a point, that at the particular

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time, especially when we did it, that the only thing that was getting into the charts were rap and singing collaborations. It was interesting to see that no matter who wrote the song, just add a rapper and some singing and it will get into the charts. The song really has no relevance to the band in any shape or form; it was just something we did for fun.

WasChiddyBangawarethatthesongwasinadvertentlymakingastatementaboutthemusicindustry?Dan (Flint, Drums) and Matt (Barnes, Bass) met Chiddy Bang. We said that if we were going to do it at all we wanted somebody was into the same type of stuff as us, like skating, the type of music we’re into, and the type of clothes and fashion. It made sense for us to be associated with him, and the same for him as he likes more alternative music. It was good as we wrote our little bit of the song and went back on the road afterwards; it was just a little bit of fun.

sowhatcanweexpectfromthenewalbum?The new album is us finally finding out what kind of band we

are. Some bands find it straight away, but with this band we have really figured out what kind of sound we want to have. We are all really happy with album number three [recently confirmed as Sinners never Sleep] as the progression in sound is the same from Hold Me Down to the new album as it is from Take Off Your Colours. We’re really excited for people to hear it.

It’snotalwaysveryeasyforalternativeBritishbandstoreachthesamelevelsasyouhave.WhatdoyouthinkseparatesYouMeatsixfromotherBritishbands?Our band came out at the time when the uK was looking for a new rock band. We’d had lostprophets and Funeral for a Friend, which had both reached their high level of success. A lot of the rock magazines were looking for new English bands to champion and we managed to come out just as bands such as Fall Out Boy, Panic at the Disco and Paramore were really starting to come into their own which helped us really jump on board.

I don’t really think there’s necessary another English band

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out there doing what we are doing. Just in the same way that I don’t think there’s any uK band out there doing what Frank Turner or Gallows are doing. We fit in as our own, a band that has a rock-pop crossover.

Basedonthat,whatdoyouthinkaboutthestateofthecurrentmusicscene?The uK rock scene and the uK music scene are thriving at the moment. There are so many incredible bands in the undercurrent that I’m sure in the next six to twelve months they are going to break into mainstream culture. I think it’s a good time to do that as a band. The success of Biffy Clyro, and Foo Fighters coming back with a new record, and The red Hot Chilli Peppers; it shows that some of the big guitar driven bands are coming back. It shows a lot about guitar music, as twelve months ago I was reading an article that rock music didn’t sell at all, period, be it on a live level or a chart level. I don’t know many

r&B or pop acts that could do two nights at the Milton Keynes Bowl. I guess when that happens I can eat my words.

Talkingofup-and-comingbands;youaretakingLowerthanatlantisanddeafHavanawithyouontour.What’sthereasonbehindthatdecision?IsitaconsciousdecisiontotakeBritishbands?Max (Helyer, vocals) is the kind of guy that will tell you listen to new bands every day. Most of the time I’m too busy to listen to the bands but sometimes I’m like “F**k it, I’ll listen to the band”. We were doing some recording in our apartment and he said he really needed to play me a band. I’d heard a lot about [Lower Than Atlantis], some good things and some bad things, but he played me their album and I thought the band were awesome. This band needed a platform and I thought there’s no reason why if this happens the band couldn’t do very, very well.

I’ve known Deaf Havana for a few years and we’ve done some stuff

in the past, but Matt Grady who engineers some of our records also engineered some of theirs. It was the same thing, he played me their record and I liked it.

The list of uS bands which we truly get along with is pretty short. There are few bands that are nice to you because they like you. When we go on tour in America bands know that we are big in England and are trying to be friends with us so they can jump on the uK circuit. They think we haven’t figured it out yet, but we figured it out a long time ago. There are only so many bands in which we invest a lot of time and energy. If we bring an uS band it’s genuinely because they are best friends of ours.

This time around we wanted to promote English music because there was never really an obvious tour for our band to do when we were starting up. We would jump from obscure line-up to obscure line-up; it’s not like we ever went on tours with bands that made sense. We only went on tour with Paramore when we were already selling out Brixton Academy.

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The tour is so short, we’re literally only doing a tour because we’re releasing an album and we wanted to do some uK shows. We’re doing a proper 20 date stint in March and February and for that we’re going to bring over some of our best friends.

WhatcanweexpectfromtheshowinMargate?We’ve been so tied up in finishing the album and getting the artwork ready we haven’t had a chance to think about production of the tour. What I would say is that we’ve never been to Kent in a band other than the MySpace School Bash in a school. For people coming to see the show, this is the first uK run of playing new songs from the new album meaning Margate will be one of the first places to see the new stuff live. I think that’s kind of a cool thing. YouMeatsixhavejustannouncedanalbumreleaseforthe3rdOctoberentitled‘sinnersNeversleep’.YoucancatchthemliveinMargateonFriday14thOctoberattheWinterGardenswithsupportfromLowerThanatlantisanddeafHavana.TheGigGuidewillbetheretoo.

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Located in the midst of the garden of England, the Hop Farm Festival has throughout its short history been a cauldron of massive names and up-and-coming bands, aimed to appeal to a more adult and family crowd than regular festivals.

The audience were surrounding the main stage where City and Colour provide beautiful and haunting melodies designed to be played either in a large dusty church, or on a hot summer’s afternoon in Kent. It does not take long before the entire crowd is in awe of the note-perfect vocals and an abundance of relaxing guitar chords.

10CC prove one of the biggest surprises of the day, and with a more mature crowd moving into position it is clear to see why. Whisking through a reasonably lengthy set for the time of day, the band indicate why they are described as one of the best

British rock bands of the 70s. A power-cut during the closing song does nothing to dampen their spirits, as they return to the stage 15 minutes later ready to wow the crowd.

The day also see a fantastic performance from The Walkmen; a packed yet somehow lacking nostalgia trip from Ocean Colour Scene, and some summer vibes courtesy of Summer Camp. The main stage sees Death Cab for Cutie falling flat with a disappointingly lacklustre performance.

As the day concludes it is left to The Eagles to bring the house down, playing a mixture of classics and solo-songs by the various band members. With the sun finally setting and warmth still in the air, it is Don Henley song ‘Boys of Summer’ which truly marks the high point of a relaxing day in the Kentish countryside. A weekend ticket for next year is definitely on the cards.

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It may seem like the festivals of the summer were a lifetime ago right now but when you look back you remember what was truly fantastic. After Ben’s write up of his experiences of the Hop Farm I wanted to cast a quick review down of Lounge on the Farm.

Lounge’s boutique country style looks and works very well against in its farm setting. It is still bizarre for me to look to my right and see Ellie Goulding and then look to my left and see a

cattle shed full of cows (who I’m sure appreciated her dulcet tones). It is one of the biggest strengths of this festival, it is genuinely a different atmosphere. When was the last time you were at reading Festival and had a choice of several real ales? Bumping between personal highlights of Benjamin Frances Leftwich, Coco’s Lovers, Devlin and Example you can see from a couple of names what variety this place has to offer. Hopefully the festival can grow in years to come as there were major issues with traffic and the arena site is fairly small.

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The summer is not all about indie pop, welcome to Hevy!

After some careful planning from the organisers this year’s festival was better than ever. It was all about being all in or not at all! The weekend started with a rather disappointing DJ set from Daniel P Carter but was soon recovered by an epic live set from music pioneers Tek One.

In the cold light of Saturday morning I saw the new site layout, which was initially bizarre. From the central red Bull Bar you can walk 10 meters in any direction and be at one of the 4 stages. I thought it would mean a lot of cross over noise but in fact it meant I could see all the bands I wanted to by going from stage to stage during a set. Where else could you watch

Bouncing Souls and rise To remain at practically the same time? A special mention must go to the organisers who put on a very nice press area where we mingled with artists and like minded individuals (I just wish we could have blagged some food tickets!) Ghost of a Thousand were my highlight, playing their last ever show in their seven year career, an unforgettable moment.

One of the best things about Hevy is that it is clearly run by people who enjoy and care for the music that they are putting out there. For all those people who just think this festival is for metal heads need to think again; there is a multitude of music genre available here and a really friendly togetherness about the crowd.

Oh, did I mention The Dillinger Escape Plan? One of the world’s biggest bands playing in a field just outside of Folkestone! Can’t wait to see what happens next year.

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The direction of the music on this five track EP can be surprising, shifting from keyboard led instrumentals to electronic intensive bars; with songs ranging from typical ballad ‘new You’ to the slightly distorted lounge-jazz ‘Super Tonic Hot Girl’. We Cry Hero demonstrate potential, particularly in regards to solid song composition greatly supported by vocalist Tom Fewin’s range and haunting tone. At times new You is slightly overpowered by the uncomplimentary electronic synth keyboards; unfortunately distracting from a decent pop record. With more careful experimentation, We Cry Hero could be releasing something truly special in the near future.

WeCryHeroNew You (LP)

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The new single by Canterbury based pop/hip-hop/rock inspired sextet ShyChlo finds itself marketed as a future summer anthem, and in some senses it is easy to understand why. A large proportion of the song contains structured layers designed to associate with partying on the beach on a warm day; however unfortunately the track fails to break past this self-created pop-punk barrier. For a relatively short three minute stint, there is little to separate the reoccurring choruses other than sections of female-fronted rap which, although undoubtedly skilled, may have been better replaced by forward driven musicianship. It is difficult to argue that the song isn’t catchy; however those looking for more substance in their anthems may be disappointed.

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In recent interviews, You Me At Six have suggested that Sinners never Sleep finds them comfortable in a new mature sound, encompassing everything they have set out to do in their previous efforts. The third release from the Surrey based quintet demonstrates a clear progression from albums one and two by developing on their success. Those looking for a revolutionary new sound may be disappointed; however Sinners never Sleep is a logical step in the direction of mainstream pop-punk. Aided by well-chosen guest vocalists the album is extremely listenable, offering a selection dangerously close to pop-punk perfection.

The front cover and song titles on Predicting the Fall’s second EP borrow heavily from scene leaders A Day To remember, reflected largely in the sound of the five tracks on offer. Pop-punk melodies are interlaced with raw, and often brutal, breakdowns which help to create a more daring distinction between melody and metal than that of the before mentioned band. Without doubt, Predicting the Fall are far more in their element when thrashing instruments and screaming vocals than when playing the poorly executed balled ‘Don’t You Dare Say I Told You’. That said, the band are clearly adept at creating coherent pop-infused hardcore, and although Pull out and run may not destroy the mould, the raw attitude and confidence certainly helps to build upon the foundations.

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Our very own MD managed to find time to briefly speak to Matt Cardle about his debut album due out in October.

HiMatt,howareyou?Matt: Yeah I’m good thanks.

Howisallthepromotionforthealbumgoing?M: It’s going really well, it’s nice to actually chat to people again! I had quite a long stint off it (promotions) being in the studio so I’ve just been talking to sound engineers and record producers so it’s actually pretty good to be able to speak to the press again.

Itmust’vebeenquiteashockgoingfromthefrontpagesof

newspapersandthengettingawayfromitall?M: It was kind of nice you know? When I go out I still get recognised and everything but it’s not as crazy as you would think. When it comes to papers and that, during The X-Factor I never paid attention to the papers so when it was over and I got back to my parents they had kept every little clipping and there was so much I could not believe it. I was like, “it’s only been ten weeks!” But I needed that break to be able to get away and write the album.

HowmanysongsdidyouhavetuckedawayfrombeforeTheX-Factorandhowmanywerebrandnew?M: You know what, I had a couple of albums worth of

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material already written but I would go into the studio for each session and write with people who would say, “have you got any ideas?” and I would throw stuff in. We would mash songs apart and put them together again otherwise it’s sort of writing by numbers and that’s not cool.

sothisalbumistherealMattCardlethen?M: Yeah. It’s a direction I’ve always been heading except this

time I’ve been co-writing with people who have helped James Morrison and Adele and I’ve got to know some incredible artists as well, it’s just great. I couldn’t be in a better place right now!

Matt Cardle’s debut album Letters is out 17th October and you can pre-order it now on iTunes. The first single from the album, Run For Your Life, is available for digital download from Sunday 9th October and is in shops the next day.

MattCardleLetters (5 track preview)

7/10Matt Cardle’s debut album is a collaboration of some of the uKs best writers and the result is still a pop record, no matter how much it claims to be rock. This is not a bad thing though, the title track ‘Starlight’ is a real gem which is a piano laden hit that is influenced by the likes of Coldplay and The Script. It is not surprising that the single is a power ballad and it really is a grower that gets stuck in your head. For me only a couple tracks stand out but the others are certainly contenders and I can easily hear Matt’s vocal style and strength coming through. I hope the unheard tracks are on par with the 2 I preferred because then Letters will be a hit and Matt will break the male X-Factor winners curse!

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BY PHILLIP MOOrE

To people like me, who do not live in Thanet, Broadstairs’ Folk Week carries many preconceptions – images of Morris Dancers, old men warbling to songs about a farmer in his field and so on. Well let me tell you that these pre-conceptions have now firmly changed to misconceptions; yes, Folk Week has a heavy biased to music of a folkey nature but perhaps ‘Music Week’ would be better. This was after I spent a wonderful Saturday summer evening sampling some of the delights of what Folk Week has to offer, I was drawn to a billboard outside of that wonderful café/bar that is Peans’ promoting a gig on the following Thursday –it simply said “Georgie – Contemporary Soul”.

What I experienced was one of those fantastic moments that my job sometimes offers – the discovery of a talent that those in Thanet have been blessed with, that I hadn’t witnessed before.

Georgie, accompanied simply by husband Thalis on keys and Lee on the beat box has a voice of pure soul – crystal clear, pitch perfect and full of emotion. From the moment she went through a hurried sound check to Good Luck by Basement Jaxx, it was a wow moment for me and from then, the gig simply got better and better – renditions of songs as diverse as the standards (Amy Winehouse, Kings of Leon) through to her own adaptation of current music. A highlight for me was Georgie’s version of Heaven (Emilie Sande) – played to a simple accompaniment; it was indeed heaven on the ears. It is quite

unusual for covers bands to be as current as Georgie and Thalis are – their version of Aloe Blak’s Dollar was soulful and in many ways better than the original.

Peans loved Georgie – there were three encores accompanied by chanting, “one more song” every time they attempted to stop.

Watching as much live music as I do at a local level, there are times when you are caught unawares. I love talented musicians who have no ego – who do not realise how good they actually are. Georgie falls firmly into this category – a voice that demands to be heard and listened to – not as background noise but to be caressed by as it leads you through the lyrics of the song. Georgie has no idea how good she is.

Special mention must also go to Thalis and Lee and the understated manner in which they accompany Georgie to allow her voice to soar – the keys provide a fantastic backdrop and Lee on the beat box has people staring in amazement.

If you see, as I did, an understated poster simply stating “Georgie – contemporary soul” – go in and be mesmerised – I promise you will not regret it

geORgIepeans, broadstairs folk Week

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WOrDS BY BEn TIPPLEPHOTO BY LEOn STADEn

There is a distinct handful of bands on any local music scene which generate sufficient interest to create a genuine air of excitement. The Rebecca Riots have managed to cause just that; especially impressive as the band are yet to perform any of their material in a public forum. The local support for the event at the considerably sized yet intimate Beercart Arms indicated something very special.

Prior to the arrival onstage of The Rebecca Riots, and due to the unfortunate cancellation of the original supports, Midnight Carnival find their offbeat and energetic mix of electronics and metal as main support. It is evident from the outset that this is a band who throws their full energy into performances, fronted by the unusual yet entirely enigmatic Skylah Pendall. Although musically there are a number of easy comparisons which can be made to Enter Shikari, there are few bands able to perform with such excitement and vigour. Midnight Carnival provide an entirely engaging and

accessible performance.Accessible is not an adjective which should be used to describe The Rebecca Riots’ debut performance. It is immediately clear that the next thirty minutes are not going to be a typical Thursday night local gig; nor for that matter are the next thirty minutes likely to be like anything any of the audience members have witnessed before. The stage set up reflects on the abstract nature of the band, with a partial drum kit finding itself front and centre, waiting to be used irregularly by front-man Paul O’Meara. Similarly, a miniature keyboard and tambourine occupy the space adjacent to the lead microphone stand. Queue song number one, with a cut in music followed by a haunting chant from all five members of the band; a chant which is then replicated to close the set after a number of musically challenging songs. Where The Rebecca Riots prove most inaccessible is also where they excel, drifting through an incredibly broad range of genres with ease and impeccable musicianship; regularly circling the new wave of post-hardcore sound currently breaking across the pond.

The Rebecca Riots11th August 2011 @ The beercart Arms, Canterbury

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In the middle of human pyramids and huge moshing pits, lead singer Frank Carter told the Folkestone crowd that an important announcement was to be made that Friday night. But no one cared, they were too busy rocking.

So Gallows fans were shocked when the announcement came that Carter was leaving the punk group after six years at the helm, making their gig at the Quaterhouse one of their last shows ever with the set up of Laurent “Lags” Barnard, Steph Carter, Stuart Gili-ross and Lee Barratt.

Supported by 33 and Bastions, this show was loud and by all accounts pretty good. Gallows got all their hits out for this gig, playing Orchestra for Wolves, London is the reason and In The Belly of a Shark.

It certainly got messy too, when the well known Gallows fanatics moshed like there was

no tomorrow, with one bloke having blood all around his eye – something that Carter congratulated him on between songs.

The packed venue went crazy for other more unknown tracks such as Come Friendly Bombs, Queensberry rules and Six Years. Despite the band citing differences in ‘musical direction’ for their split, Gallows looked a tight unit on stage and showed they wanted to go their separate ways on a high.

The riffs were spot on (if not mental), the head banging made you ache just watching and sweat was pouring down the faces of Gallows’ loyalists as they rocked the night out with Orchestra for Wolves.

The banter between the crowd and the band was lively to say the least, but what do you expect from a gig with one of the best punk bands on the circuit? This gig was everything you’d expect from a Gallows concert, and what makes it most tragic is that you won’t see the same band on top form again.

gALLOWS7th July 2011 @ The Quarterhouse, folkestone

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Stephen MerchantSAT 8 OCT

Cirque Éloize - IDWED 12 - SAT 15 OCTA thrilling circus show

Pocket ComedyTUE 18 - SAT 22 OCTShakespeare rediscovered

In The DustMON 24 OCTContemporary dance meets Hip-Hop

Kate RusbyWED 26 OCT“Folk music doesn’t get any cooler”. Q

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UprisingTHU 10 NOVA powerful journey through 1980s Britain

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Canterbury’s brand-new theatre

Stephen MerchantSAT 8 OCT

Cirque Éloize - IDWED 12 - SAT 15 OCTA thrilling circus show

Pocket ComedyTUE 18 - SAT 22 OCTShakespeare rediscovered

In The DustMON 24 OCTContemporary dance meets Hip-Hop

Kate RusbyWED 26 OCT“Folk music doesn’t get any cooler”. Q

Al MurrayTHU 27 OCT

UprisingTHU 10 NOVA powerful journey through 1980s Britain

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LISTINGS

dON’T FORGET EVENTS AT ThE MARlOWE cANTERbuRy

Thursday 6th October 2011

Astor Comedy ClubAstor Community Theatre, Deal

Friday 7th October 2011

Cameo OperaAstor Community Theatre, Deal

Goodbye EricEarls, Maidstone

Tim Edey CollectiveOare village Hall, Oare

EK1The Clarendon Hotel, Deal

The EastcoastersThe Clockhouse, Deal

My Marlowe: The First nightThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

TapestryThe new_Inn, Deal

Saturday 8th October 2011

Snake Davis SnakeStringsAstor Community Theatre, Deal

Happy DazeChimney Boy, Faversham

ZedheadsDeco 5 Wine Bar, Whitstable

Brad Pittance and the PiratesPort and Anchor, ramsgate

YOur SHOuTThe Frenchman, Folkestone

My Marlowe: Music DayThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

Stephen MerchantThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

Chris from As Is nowThe new_Inn, Deal

Tres HombresThe Star, Ashford

The retrophonic ArchiveThe unicorn, Marden

Sunday 9th October 2011

The Slug PixiesEarls, Maidstone

The Tony Johnson BandThe Clarendon Hotel, Deal

Left of The DialThe Hole in the roof, Deal

My Marlowe: Family DayThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

The OutcomeThe new_Inn, Deal

Wednesday 12th October 2011

Cirque Eloize: iDThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury


BreakevenHarpers, Broadstairs


friday 14th October 2011

Blackshot21Chimney Boy, Faversham

The DriftersLeas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

The retrophonic ArchiveThe Fountain Public House, Sittingbourne


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Crazy DaisyThe White Horse, Bridge


Kelly's HerosChimney Boy, Faversham

Brad Pittance and the PiratesDivers Arms, Herne Bay

The Bootleg BeatlesLeas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

Crazy Daisyrodney's Sports Bar, Herne Bay

no WorriesThe Billet, Sittingbourne

This EmpireThe Command House, Dock road, Chatham

The Slug PixiesThe Frenchman, Folkestone



The Tony Johnson BandThe Clarendon Hotel, Deal

GeorgieThe Clarendon Hotel, Deal

Sneaking SallyThe Hole in the roof, Deal

Moscow Philharmonic OrchestraThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

Electric TortoiseThe new_Inn, Deal


This EmpireMonto Water rats, London


Eliza Carthy BandQuarterhouse, Folkestone

Eliza Carthy BandQuarterhouse, Folkestone

friday 21st October 2011

raw DealAstor Community Theatre, Deal

AsIsnowChimney Boy, Faversham

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The Slug PixiesThe Mill Inn, Deal

vIvID nATIOnThe White Lion, Streatham

Saturday 22nd October 2011

MercuryLeas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

Oxjam and Folkestone Winter Homeless Shelter FundrQuarterhouse, Folkestone

Jeff Barker BandThe Clarendon Hotel, Deal

rumblefishThe Coach & Horses, Strood, rochester

Michelle ShockedThe East Quay, Whitstable

Goodbye EricThe Eight Bells, Hawkhurst, Cranbrook

DonnaThe new_Inn, Deal

YOur SHOuTThe Priory Hotel, Dover

Sunday 23rd October 2011

The MagnetsAstor Community Theatre, Deal

Antiques roadshowThe Clarendon Hotel, Deal

DodgyThe East Quay, Whitstable

CocoThe Hole in the roof, Deal

BrokenThe new_Inn, Deal

Monday 24th October 2011

In The DustThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury


The retrophonic ArchiveThe Deal Hoy, Deal

Kate rusbyThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury


Sonic Boom SixQuarterhouse, Folkestone

Al MurrayThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

ShyChloWalmer Castle Public House, Deal

friday 28th October 2011

Letz ZepAstor Community Theatre, Deal

YOur SHOuTBowling Green Tavern, Deal

ContrabandChimney Boy, Faversham

Kingsdown BandThe Hole in the roof, Deal

Sherlock Holmes The Death & LifeThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

8-T'sThe new_Inn, Deal


rumblefishAscot Arms, Gravesend

vIvID nATIOnBarnaby rudge, Broadstairs

Stormy MondayChimney Boy, Faversham

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Jazz scores of Miles Davis, Cannonball Adderley & John Coltrane

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The EastcoastersModern Jazz Quintet

Friday 7th October

Friday 4th November

Friday 2nd December

@ The Clockhouse, Deal

The FlackDeal Welfare Club, Mill Hill, Deal

Halloween DiscoLeas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

Foreign Beggars LiveQuarterhouse, Folkestone

YOur SHOuTTHE EAGLE PuB, DEAL

The Tony Johnson BandThe Kings Head, Deal


Counterfeit notesThe Clarendon Hotel, Deal

Get ApeThe Hole in the roof, Deal

ScandalThe new_Inn, Deal

Tuesday 1st November 2011

The nutcrackerThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

Wednesday 2nd November 2011


Thursday 3rd November 2011


friday 4th November 2011

The Haunted BrideAstor Community Theatre, Deal

vIvID nATIOnBritannia Inn, Margate

FictionChimney Boy, Faversham

ZedheadsDuke of Cumberland Hotel, Whitstable

Goodbye EricOranges Bar Cafe, Ashford


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The Tony Johnson BandThe Hole in the roof, Deal

The Tony Johnson & The Flying PenguinsThe Hole in the roof, Deal


Emily PortmanThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

Saturday 5th November 2011

Kaisai MasaiAstor Community Theatre, Deal

YOur SHOuTTHE BuLL, DOvEr


John Wells BandThe new_Inn, Deal

vIvID nATIOnThe Park Inn, Dover

Sunday 6th November 2011

Little Toby WalkerAstor Community Theatre, Deal

Mr LazyThe Clarendon Hotel, Deal

GeorgieThe Hole in the roof, Deal

The Tony Johnson BandThe new_Inn, Deal

The Tony Johnson BandThe new_Inn, Deal

Thursday 10th November 2011

This EmpireFiddlers Elbow, Camden

Hats Off The Led ZeppelinLeas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

uprisingThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury


The OutcomeChimney Boy, Faversham

Jimmy CarrLeas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

Sneaking SallyThe Hole in the roof, Deal


John OtwayAstor Community Theatre, Deal

YOur SHOuTBOArS HEAD, DOvEr

4 Poofs And A Piano - Smoke and MirrorballsQuarterhouse, Folkestone

Gold TopThe new_Inn, Deal

The Slug PixiesThe red Lion, ramsgate


The Slug PixiesOld House at Home, Queenborough

This EmpireQuarterhouse, Folkestone

The OutcomeThe Clarendon Hotel, Deal

riddinatesThe Hole in the roof, Deal

Tuesday 15th November 2011

Sarah MillicanLeas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

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Wednesday 16th November 2011

Sensational 60's ExperienceLeas Cliff Hall, Folkestone


Motown's Greatest HitsLeas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

Lacuna CoilQuarterhouse, Folkestone


Keith James: The Songs of Leonard CohenAstor Community Theatre, Deal

Jacuzzi SoupChimney Boy, Faversham

Buddy Holly / Elvis tribute actThe Billet, Sittingbourne

Kai McKenzieThe Hole in the roof, Deal

TapestryThe new_Inn, Deal

The Slug PixiesThe royal norfolk Hotel, Folkestone


The BlockheadsAstor Community Theatre, Deal

QuadrophoniaDeal Welfare Club, Mill Hill, Deal

For Those About To rockLeas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

The Slug PixiesThe Beauty of Bath, Sittingbourne

City of rochester Symphony OrchestraThe Central Theatre, Chatham

Private Widdle Social ClubThe Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

DonnaThe new_Inn, Deal

YOur SHOuTThe Park Inn, Dover


InterceptorsThe Clarendon Hotel, Deal

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Gentlemen of FewThe Hole in the roof, Deal

Electric TortoiseThe new_Inn, Deal


Chris AddisonLeas Cliff Hall, Folkestone


raw DealAstor Community Theatre, Deal

TimelessChimney Boy, Faversham

The retrophonic ArchiveThe Lower Bell, off the A229 Bluebell Hill, Aylesford

8-T'sThe new_Inn, Deal


YOur SHOuTBarnaby rudge, Broadstairs

The rolling ClonesDeal Welfare Club, Mill Hill, Deal

Orchestral SocietyLeas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

Goodbye Ericroyal George, Folkestone

Con JoviThe Brickmakers, norwich

The retrophonic ArchiveThe Long Hop, Sittingbourne

Adjacent TwoThe new_Inn, Deal


EK1The Clarendon Hotel, Deal

The Tony Johnson BandThe Deal Hoy, DealTapestry

The Hole in the roof, Deal

BrokenThe new_Inn, Deal

Monday 28th November 2011

ShyChloThe Lanterns, Folkestone

Wednesday 30th November 2011

ZebraheadQuarterhouse, Folkestone

friday 2nd December 2011

The BrokenChimney Boy, Faversham


Anti-nowhere League + The Members in WhitstableThe East Quay, Whitstable

The retrophonic ArchiveThe red Lion, Badlesmere, Faversham

Saturday 3rd December 2011

FISHThe East Quay, Whitstable

YOur SHOuTThe Priory Hotel, Dover

vIvID nATIOnWalmer Castle, 4 South Street Deal Kent ct147aw

Sunday 4th December 2011

The retrophonic ArchiveOld House at Home, Queenborough

vIvID nATIOnQuarterhouse, Folkestone

Thursday 8th December 2011

The retrophonic ArchiveThe Lobster Pot, Maidstone


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The Self-Titled29th October

unadulterated rock! In conjunction with our friends at Sick Fish Promotions, The Self Titled play an epic gig with some great support at Leo’s red Lion in Gravesend on October 29th. Be prepared...

The Marlowe Theatre7th-9th October

The new theatre opens its doors for a weekend on events, most

of which are free, just turn up, explore and meet the staff! Featuring the incredible...

Stephen Merchant8th October

The award winning writer and actor embarks on his first solo comedy tour and takes in a date at The Marlowe Theatre on 8th October

NOT TO be

MISSeDPop/Punk stars “Promise Me Tomorrow” embark on a series of gigs throughout the fall to promote their new album. The Kent lads are all over the place throughout October!

Oct 1st Westcoast Bar, Margate Oct 19th new Cross Inn, LondonOct 20th Esquires, BedfordOct 28th The red Lion, Gravesendnov 28th The Star Inn, Guildford

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