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t’s a damp morning in Blackburn. Dull, lifeless and I’m tired - never a good way to start a day. I’m due to shoot New York Tourists this evening in Manchester, a strong, powerful, dirty rock ‘n’ roll band who considering they’re quite fresh on the local indie scene have

already made a name for themselves, securing support slots with The Futureheads, Twisted Wheel and The Paddingtons, to name a few. Praying for the weather to pick up, the sun to break through the clouds that are casting an awful gray haze throughout the sky, I receive a text from Gary, New York Tourists lead singer & bass player; ‘We can’t make Manc’ now mate, how about Darwen?’ - My day just took another dive. I had all the visions of what the images for the four lads from Blackburn would look like; old back alleys full of shit and grime, rough looking, the type of image you’d expect from a dirty indie rock ‘n’ roll band, but no,

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T O U R I S T SFresh back from their UK tour back in April of this year, Scott Cross caught up with the Blackburn based

indie quartet, New York Terrorists... Oops, we meant Tourists.

IDarwen would be the setting... I’ve never been to Darwen before and I didn’t have high hopes. It’s just turned 5:30PM and I leave Uni to meet the lads at 6:30PM at a small Shell garage somewhere in Darwen before we head up to a small park-type-place called Sunnyhurst. My praying this morning paid off, not a cloud in the sky and thanks to that massive Volcano in Iceland, there’s a misty overlay on the beaming sunshine that fills my head with visuals of what the images will turn out like. 6:30PM and the lads appear bang on time. We make our way up to the park through tight country lanes, struggling to keep up with Gary who was driving pretty fast considering. We arrive at our destination, hand-shakes all round - it’s been a while since I’ve last seen them. Formalities over with we head into the park up a quiet country lane receiving dodgy looks from dog walkers - perfect setting minus the nosey walkers. I doubted their choice of

location this morning, fearing the worst what with the miserable weather and tired eyes (I do do that a lot) however, I couldn’t complain at all. Straight away we get into conversation about the relatively fresh ‘Tourists’. One thing that always has me puzzled is the name of the band, often mistaken for the New York Terrorists; “ Carl went on holiday to New York, therefore he was a tourist in New York, so y’know... New York Tourists was born.” Says Gary, he goes onto to explain to me the rather complex background of the band that has had a rather unsettled past with regards to members and band names; “Carl & Lewis were in a band together with Matt our old bassist, and Graeme was a friend of theirs who played guitar, their band split in feb 2009 and then Carl, Lewis, our old bass player Matt and Graeme formed this band straight away, and our manager Ju found me on the internet and we all kinda gelled really quick. Our then bassist left so I threw myself at the

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opportunity to play bass as well as sing.” We continue to walk up the dusty country lane, approaching a small shed-type-house building that would turn out to be the setting for our first shoot, Gary tells me about the bands influences and his personal music tastes that inspire his musical creativity; “I have influences but don’t look or sound anything like them!” He laughs; “Kasabian, The Cure, Rolling Stones, The Police. It’s a cliché but I just love it. I used to listen to loads of records and stuff with my dad when I was younger and all thats kind of inspired me.” This leads onto my next question about who writes the songs and which songs go down well with crowd when they play local gigs; “ It works in many ways really - i’ll either write some lyrics and put some basic chords to it, then we’ll work from there, or someone will just have a top riff and we’ll all just put our own bits to it and see how it comes out. Phantom Dancer goes down well - It’s a right tune. Gonna be recording it on the 5th and 6th of june, can’t wait! There’s a look about New York Tourists that separates them from the rest, they have that cocky, but confident look about them that shines through in their strong, anthemic tunes that they force upon people, forcing them to stand to attention and listen, instantly catching them and dragging them in. We carry on making our way up the dry dusty lane. I get chatting to Lewis, the drummer and youngster of the band, he tells me about his involvement with Cancer Research UK and how it’s a charity that means a lot to him; “My friends & family raised money for them after my friend got told he had it, and another one passed on with it. We raised money for him. Another friend got it but they found it early enough to help him. So happy days!” He goes onto tell me how taking part in Unsigned & Unheard makes him feel great. It’s rare you find someone of his age who has so much talent and maturity. As we make our way through the park, the

lads spot a small opening that leads into a small set of open trees, the sun glaring through the twigs creating some epic lighting. We carry on shooting. We get chatting about musical events that combine with charities to raise money for amazing causes and how music is one of the greatest mediums in which to raise money, we all agree however that signed bands should make more of an effort to donate and help out struggling charities; “People like Bono and Bob Geldof should get that bit more out of their own pocket to give to people who need it.” says Gary. Lewis agrees, adding; “Of course, even when bands like U2 raise money for causes, they have enough money themselves in their pockets to give a decent amount and not feel the dent, but they don’t...” The photoshoot is cut short due to a battery

dying on me - absolutely gutted. Perfect weather, awesome set of lads, good location - no camera. Great. We set off walking the short distance back to the car, the boys laughing and joking as you’d expect a group of mates to do, clearly enjoying every minute of each others company. I ask them if they have any advice for fans wanting to start their own bands; “ Don’t stick to a certain genre. Don’t ever think; ‘This band has done this break, or chorus... so we should try it’. Never copy others, always be your own. Don’t take shit or band to band bitching, stick to your guns. Suck up to promoters and venues; any gig is a good gig. Any publicity is good publicity. Have fun! Nothing better than friends, beer, playing in a band and of course... The women!” Laughs Lewis. He clearly believes in everything he says. They’re young and enjoying themselves, who can blame them? They’ve been together just over a year and they’re taking local venues by storm, building up a following of fans with each and every gig they play, proven on their UK tour earlier this year. It looks as though 2010 will continue to be a big year for the four lads from Blackburn

who continue to secure support slots with big names in the music industry at the same time as attracting more and more fans with every gig they play.After a short walk back to the car park we say our goodbyes and the Tourists head off to the pub for a pint. A genuinely nice set of lads who deserve to go far. If you put the effort in you clearly reap the rewards - these guys prove just that.

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“Never copy others, always be your own...”Lewis Lovett, New York Tourists

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ContactManagement: Julian Clayton07809499364

newyorktourists@gmail.com

Lyrics• Play your cards close to your chest,

don’t play it dirty girl

• Tread carefully on thin ice

• She’ll have you on your knees, she’ll have you begging, please

•Aim with a steady hand, and pull the trigger

• You’ll be remembered, 50 years later

• I don’t care what you say, ‘casue all I know is that you’ll never change

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InfoNew York Tourists

Formed in April 2009

Gary Taylor - Vocals & BassLewis Lovett - Drums

Graeme Anderson - Lead GuitarCarl Rutherford - Rhythm Guitar

& Backing Vocals

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www.myspace.com/newyorktourists

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DEERSTONE COUNTYA band of bearded brothers... plus a drummer!

“MUSIC IS THE GREATEST FORM OF

EXPRESSING OURSELVES”

personal in the title given to this band of brothers (and a drummer); “We’re named after an area near Pendle where we grew up. It’s a childhood place.” Says Sam, sipping on his hot tea. He goes on to explain to me how they all got together in early December 2008; “Will and Romano played in other bands, and considering we were all brothers (Me, Joe & Will), had the same influences and tastes in

music, it seemed obvious for us all to play together.” An hour later, Will & Romano appear, overly apologetic for their lateness. We all make our way up the hill separately in two cars to the car park situated literally 30 seconds from Sam’s place, it has to be said they he has quite possibly got the most amazing setting to live near - surrounded by hills and

It’s extremely rare you find a band that has three members who are all brothers. It’s almost like they hide in tiny villages surrounded by hilly landscapes not wanting to be found. That is until

they open their mouths...

abden - a small village situated in the Ribble Valley surrounded by the hills of Pendle, the tiny town has a population of roughly 1300 people, amongst them, three Brothers, three Kenworthy Brothers to be specific, who

make up three quarters of the band Deerstone County. It’s approaching 1PM on this beautiful Saturday afternoon and i’ve just made the short journey over one of the many steep hills separating me from Sabden. I’m due to meet Sam, lead singer and guitar player in Deerstone County at this small cottage on the hill leaving Sabden. Sams a good friend of mine and i’ve always known of him to be in a band but never really knew much about them so I was looking forward to shooting them and getting to know the lads this afternoon. As we make our way into Sam’s cottage, ducking under the tiny door frame that really isn’t made for my 6ft2 frame, I’m greeted by Sam’s Mother and Brother, Joe, handshakes and smiles all round we head into the kitchen where Sam makes me a lovely cup of tea as we wait for the other two members of the band, Will and Romano who are running late. We get chatting about the origin of the name Deerstone County - unlike most bands, it seems like a very specific name, you can instantly tell there is something

beautiful landscapes. We set off walking towards the area known as Deerstone by the locals in Sabden - the place in which the band are named after. I ask Sam about the bands influences and what types of music inspire him as a person; “Neil Young, Kings of Leon, Oasis, The Band, The Strokes. It’s the greatest form of expressing ourselves. Music can relate to any possible emotion. It is infinite, you can always

create something new and original that has never been heard before.” Says Sam. He’s right - you can hear and feel the soul that goes into each and every song they produce, skin-tingling, anthemic songs that could give anyone with a sense of musical intellect goosebumps. After a what seemed like a walk that would never end, we arrived at Deerstone, a picture-perfect setting in a tiny valley on the top of a hill overlooking Lancashire, covered with long reeds and huge boulder rocks. We start shooting and chatting. Sam informs me of the dreams and aspirations of the band; “To be able to make a living off playing music,

not matter how big or small would be perfect.” He says. We continue shooting, the band laughing and joking together throughout the whole shoot, despite the bitterly spring wind. I ask who writes the songs in the band; “All of us. Us three (brothers) usually write the basics of a song and then take it into a practice where we all work on it together. Other times we can create songs from nothing, by simply messing

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around in rehearsal.” Replies Sam, who then leads on to tell me about his favourite local venue to play at; “41 king street (until it shut down!) and live lounge were the best places to play. Enjoy playing in Manchester a lot as well.” “Do it for the enjoyment of playing music more than anything. If you become too obsessed with just wanting to get signed then the whole thing will become frustrating because it is not something you can control. Be patient. Enjoy the experience whilst its there.” Wise words of advice from the Deerstone County frontman for fans wanting to start their own band. It’s becoming more and more clear as to why this quartet are a band - they do it for the love of each other and for the love the music more importantly. We finish up shooting at Deerstone and head down to the reservoir,

passing through a woodland area so we decide to get some quick shots whilst the sun was still glaring. Conversation swiftly moves on to the Unsigned & Unheard event itself, Sam tells me how proud he and the band are to be taking part; “It’s fantastic. We are really happy and proud to be on board to help raise awareness.” This comes hand in hand with the fact that the band fully support the work that Cancer Research UK do according to Sam. “One of the greatest things about music is that it can make people aware of the emotions, situations and lives of other people.” Says Sam who believes that the strong link between music and charitable causes is a great way of raising money for people who really need it. We finally make our way down to the reservoir and get a few quick shots on the edge of the water. By this point everyone seems

worn out with the amount of walking we had just done but still upbeat so we make our way back to the cars, hiking though the fields full of sheep. There’s something special about Deerstone County, maybe it is because they are a band made up of three close brothers who have grown up in the same village sharing the love and the passion of the music they play with Romano, I don’t know, but there is something, something that makes them stand out, giving them a positive yet subtle confidence air amongst them. We make it back to the cars and say our goodbyes. Amazing set of lads, down to earth and passionate about what they do. 2010 sees them go on to carry on what they are doing, gigging locally with a growing fan base, sitting back in the scene, taking it all in then producing music that screams with their personalities.

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Contactdeerstonecounty@hotmail.co.uk

www.myspace.com/deerstonecounty

Romano BiasoneDrums

Joe KenworthyLead Guitar & Backing Vocals

Will KenworthyBass

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Will KenworthyBass

Sam KenworthyLead Vocals & Guitar

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KeyFactsAboutCancerResearch

UK• Cancer Research UK launched in February 2002 following the merger of The Cancer Research Campaign and

Imperial Cancer Research Fund.• They are the world’s leading independent organisation dedicated to cancer research.

• The charity supports research into all aspects of cancer through the work of more than 4,500 scientists, doctors and nurses.

• Cancer Research UK is the European leader in the development of novel anti-cancer treatments.• They’re also training the next generation of cancer scientists and doctors.• In the financial year 2007/08 our total scientific spend was £333 million.

• Cancer Research UK employs its own scientists as well as supporting grant-funded researchers based in UK universities, hospitals and institutes.

• They support research in more than 35 towns across the UK.• All the research they support is subject to stringent peer review by external specialists in the relevant fields.

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CANCER RESEARCH UK

Fundraising & Supporters

• Cancer Research UK is almost entirely funded by donations from the public •• The charity has a network of around 600 shops and 1,000 local fundraising groups •

• Over 45,000 volunteers give their time freely to support Cancer Research UK •• Legacies are our single largest source of income and fund around a third of our work •

• More than a million people donate regularly to Cancer Research UK •• Over one million women have walked, jogged or run in one of their Race for Life events •

• They have an event to suit everyone, from charity runs to golf days to hosting a breakfast party •

Around 285,000 new cases of cancer are diagnosed each year in the UK. Cancer Research UK are working hard to improve their understanding of cancer and develop better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat the disease. They support scientists, doctors and nurses across the UK, who are working together to investigate all aspects of cancer. Millions of people have benefited from information provided by Cancer Research UK. They produce information for audiences including cancer patients and their families,

the general public and health professionals.More than one in three of us will develop cancer at some point in our lives. Many of us have lost someone to it. We all want cures to be found.Cancer Research UK is the leading independent funder of cancer research in Europe. They are almost entirely funded by the public – without the generosity and dedication of the supporters they would not be able to continue making progress against cancer. Every year of research improves their understanding of how

to prevent cancer and treat it more effectively. In 2007/08 over 4,500 world-class cancer scientists, doctors and nurses were able to progress their pioneering investigations. This is only possible because of the incredible support they receive from the public, but there is still much more to do. Unsigned & Unheard is part of this, which makes you part of this by helping to raise money and awareness for Cancer Research UK - get involved. Be a part of it.

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Turn It RedTurn It Red are a fast, melodic punk band based in Blackburn, Lancashire. Since October 2007 they have been privileged enough to support bands such as: Jet Market, Bedtime for Charlie, Rentokill and This Is A Standoff to name but a few.

They finished a European tour late 2009 where they shared a stage with Death Is not Glamourous and xRepresentx. Recently they recorded their second EP at Hell Smell Recordings in Rome with Alex from Jet Market. I caught up with Jack

(drummer) and the boys at an abandoned power station just outside Huncoat, Lancashire to find out a little bit more about Turn It Red and their views on taking part in Unsigned & Unheard.

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S: Who writes the songs?

J: Well we write the songs and music together as a band. When someone has an idea, we get together and develop it, but Adam writes all the lyrics.

S: Awesome! Who are your influences?

J: We have many influences, bands that are known as; Belvedere (Builders of Skatepunk), NOFX, A Wilhelm Scream, Propagandhi, Jet

lreet lads! So first off, when was the band formed?J: The band was formed in October 2007, but we haven’t always had the same line up; we had an old bassist, Christian.

Unfortunately he had to leave as he has his own little family now. That’s when we got Hayden in Spring 2009.

S: Cool, where did the name originate from then?

J: It actually comes from an old ‘Killing Joke’ song called ‘Turn To Red’, which our old bassist came up with and we all seemed to take a shine to!

S: How/why did you get together?

J: Well, we had all been in bands before, and they had split up, or some of us had left, just simply because it wasn’t the kind of music we was wanting to play. We all knew each other, and was all talking about the music we love, and it turns out we all like the same style of music, which is when Jack and Adam (the two brothers) got together, and decided it would be a good idea to start a band with Bob and Christian, as we were all passionate about fast melodic skate-punk!

Market... to name but a few. Plus, our everyday lives, interests and so on.

S: Cool, cool, how does music inspire you as an individual, Jack?

J: I think music inspires us all differently. I mean to me, music helps me get through the day, I don’t think I could go a single day without listening to music, but you should be versatile and not listen to one mainstream type of music.

S: What are your aims/dreams as a band?

J: Hmm... I suppose it would definitely have to be signed, even if it’s to a small label, but to make a living out of the band would be perfect. And to help get this small skate-punk community noticed to a wider audience.

S: What are you favorite local venues to play at?

J: Well the local venue unfortunately has just shut down, but it was definitely 41 King Street, played some awesome shows there.

S: Yeah - Which song(s) is/are the biggest hits with the fans at gigs?

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Raymond’, which is a big hit with the locals, but I’m not too sure. I mean when we play away, people just seem to compliment us on the whole set. But, it’s all down to personal preferences.

S: Jack, what are your favorite songs of yours and why?

J: I think for us as a band, it would have to be every time we write a new song, we just love to play the new one. I suppose it because we get to show people something different.

S: Any advice for fans wanting to start their own bands?

J: Well... you definitely need to work a hell of a lot. Don’t try to be something you’re not, be yourselves. Good things come to those who not only wait, but have worked hard to deserve it.

S: Okay, moving on. Are you aware of Cancer Research UK and what they do?

J: Yes sure - It’s definitely an amazing charity.

S: Have you or anyone you know been affected by Cancer in any way? If so, how did you/them deal with it?

J: Yeah - my Mum was once diagnosed with Cancer, but she went to the Hospital, and with the right equipment, they managed to cure her. I mean, I was young at the time, so I don’t really remember much.

S: That’s good to hear. How do you feel to be taking part in Unsigned & Unheard to raise money for a great cause?

J: It feels great to know that we’re going to be part of helping raise money, and potential saving peoples lives.

S: Do you actively campaign and/or donate to Cancer Research UK?

J: Yeah - It’s definitely a big thing, more people should try to get involved, and make a difference.

S: Do you think like strong link between music and charitable causes is a good way to raise money?

J: Yeah definitely, I mean who doesn’t like to go out and watch live acts? Even if your not out to watch a certain band, but you go in to a venue for a drink, by you paying to get in your helping make a difference.

S: Correct. Do you think that signed bands should make more of an effort to raise money for charities considering their established status’ in the music industry?J: Obviously we’re going to say yes, If small bands can do, the bigger, signed bands have no excuses. But today there are a lot of bands who do raise money for charity events.

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CancerResearchUK...Who?

ancer Research UK is the world’s leading independent organisation dedicated to cancer research. They support research into all aspects of cancer through the work of

more than 4,500 scientists, doctors and nurses. Their vision is a statement of what they aspire to, why they exist and the impact they would like to have on society. Their vision of beating cancer is an enormous challenge. They carry out world-class research to improve their understanding of cancer and find out how to prevent, diagnose and treat different kinds of cancer. They also ensure that their findings are used to improve the lives of all cancer patients by also helping people to understand cancer, the progress they are making and the choices each person can make. In May 2007 they launched ten goals that will shape their work over the next decade and beyond. To achieve these goals, they form partnerships with other charities and medical research organisations, as well as professional and public health bodies, pharmaceutical companies, the Government and their supporters – whose dedication is essential to their progress.

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CANCER RESEARCH UK

ancer Research UK has developed ten goals to measure their success over the coming years in beating cancer. They will work with their partners to achieve the

following by 2020:CPeople will know how to reduce their risk of cancer – Three quarters of the UK public will be aware of

the main lifestyle choices they can make to reduce their risk of getting cancer

The number of smokers will fall dramatically – Four million fewer adults will be smokers, preventing thousands of new cases of cancer every year

People under 75 will be less likely to get cancer – The chances of a person developing cancer up to the age of 75 will fall from more than one in four to one in five

Cancer will be diagnosed earlier – Two-thirds of all cancer cases will be diagnosed at a stage when the cancer can be successfully treated

They will understand how cancer starts and develops –They will have a detailed understanding of the causes and changes in the body in two-thirds of all cases of cancer

There will be better treatments with fewer side effects – Treatments that accurately target the cancer and have few serious side effects will be available for at least half of all patients

More people will survive cancer – Survival rates for all common cancers will increase, with more than two-thirds of newly-diagnosed patients living for at least five years

They will especially tackle cancer in low income communities – The differences in the risk of dying from cancer between the most affluent and the least affluent will be reduced by half

People with cancer will get the information they need – At least nine out of ten patients will be able to access the information they need at the time of diagnosis and during treatment

They will continue to fight cancer beyond 2020 – Sufficient scientists, doctors, nurses and infrastructure will be in place to ensure continued rapid progress in the fight against cancer beyond

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For more information and advice, visit: www.cancerreseachuk.org

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WHEELTWISTEDwith support from Twisted Wheel and Mondays Arms

n the 18th May 2009, The Live Lounge opened it’s doors to all them indie kids that inhabited Blackburn and the surrounding areas around these

parts. A year later sees Twisted Wheel playing to a packed out Live

Lounge with support from New York Tourists and Mondays Arms. It’s the 2nd April and I don’t think anyone would have expected such bands to be playing there considering the small space of time that it has been open, but hats off to Julian, Curtis and Paul who have all worked hard to make the Live Lounge the place it is today. Around a year ago on the 6th June 2009, I was stood in Heaton Park, Manchester with my good friends, drinking beer under the overcast cloudy sky, eagerly awaiting Oasis to take to the stage. There were a few support bands on before them, Kasabian, The Enemy and another that none of us were really familiar with, Twisted Wheel. The Oldham born three-piece have come from nothing to something massive on the Manchester music scene, following in the footsteps of the legendary band Oasis, with a similar sound to UK bands such as The Jam, The Clash and The Who. Not forgetting their

roots and letting fame and fortune go to their heads, they clearly are still in it for the music and the thrills they thrive from when playing to a small, packed out bar on a Friday night, proven by their electric performance throughout their set at The Live Lounge. The crowd were most certainly up for it, chanting ‘Wheel, Wheel, Wheel...’ in-between the gaps of songs, majority of them dressed in their Mod culture attire. They kicked off proceedings with Lucy the Castle - probably their most well known tune, closely followed by Who Stole the Sun - the majority of their songs are hugely upbeat, you cannot stand there and just listen without tapping your foot and nodding your head. Mondays Arms and New York Tourists both pulling off faultless performances to warm the crowd up, I really didn’t expect the place to be so packed out and the crowd to be so eccentric, you literally could not move or hear yourself think. Just the way it should be...

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WHAT’SGOINGDOWN?... At the Live Lounge, Blackburn?

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Fri Jun 04 08:00 PM• ALVEREZ KINGS• OVERREACT• KNOTTED• CARL RUTHERFORD (NYT) DJ SET

Sat Jun 05 08:00 PM• FRAGILE AUDIO• THE PROJECKT

Fri Jun 11 08:00 PM• SUPERJAMMA• BROKEN ROBOTS• TBC

Sat Jun 12 08:00 PM• FREEDOM OF THE CITY• BOSS MOSQUITO• SWITCHBOARD SPECTACULAR

Fri Jun 18 08:00 PM• SOLDIER• THE SHADE• CARL RUTHERFORD (NYT) DJ SET

Fri Jun 25 08:00 PM• HEY BULLDOG• THE BANTER THIEFS• TBC

Sat Jun 26 08:00 PM• HOT CLUB DE PARIS• SEARCHING FOR SERAPHIM• TBCTickets: £2 OTD

Fri Jul 02 08:00 PM• TBC• THE LIMITS• TBC

Sat Jul 03 08:00 PM• SCAR• TBC• TBC

Sat Jul 10 08:00 PM• NEW YORK TOURISTS• SEARCHING FOR SERAPHIM• THE WORDS

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