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Thursday 1st
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Comedy Zone has moved to next week....
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Friday 2nd
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Poetry in Numbers
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Poetry In Numbers return to the Marr's Bar with local giants Nomad 67 and Tallulah Fix. While Poetry In Numbers combine boundless and raw energy, the Alt. Punk four piece also deliver a calm and dreamy ambience with catchy and memorable hooks, and continue to build a strong and loyal fanbase. Nomad 67 are no strangers to the Worcester music scene and have built up a huge reputation as being one of the most hard working and well known bands in the area. Putting on an energetic and exciting live show, they're definitely not one to miss. Tallulah Fix mix the spirit of Blues and a dash of Grunge to form what they refer to as "Blunge". The combination of Lead singer, Rich Monk's gravelly vocals and the band's hard hitting riffs and basslines make the Malvern four piece a true Rock n Roll band. www.facebook.com/PoetryInNumbers www.facebook.com/tallulahfix www.facebook.com/nomad67 Tickets £4.00 and £5.00 on the door |
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Saturday 3rd
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Sideways Glance
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You're in for a rare treat here as local indie-popsters Sideways Glance have decided to take a break from the studio and return to the Worcester stage after a year-long absence spent writing, recording and touring. The tunes remain as original and infectious as ever and you will even be able to get your hands on a brand new single. With soaring harmonies and impossibly catchy hooks, Sideways Glance are a cracking band not be missed. Get your tickets early to avoid disappointment. £4.00 ticket and £5.00 on the door |
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Sunday 4th
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Blaze Bayley and Jase Edwards Acoustic Click here to buy online |
Blaze and Jase starring Blaze Bayley (Iron Maiden/Wolfsbane/Blaze Bayley Band) and Jase Edwards (Wolfsbane/Wildhearts) are doing a series of unplugged shows playing acoustic versions of their favourite songs from Wolfsbane, Iron Maiden and Blaze Bayley. An informal, fun evening with a legendary singer and a legendary guitarist. A setlist is usually between 60 and 90 minutes and contains songs like: I like it hot – Number 8 in the rock charts UK (Wolfsbane) Man on the edge – Top 10 chart hit (Iron Maiden) Soundtrack of my life – Blaze Stare at the sun - Blaze Blaze Bayley started his carreer at age 21 with Wolfsbane, touring all around the UK and dubai. In 1993 Blaze was signed on as the lead singer from Iron maiden. He maid three albums with Maiden (X-factor, Virtual XI and Best of the beast). When Bruce Dickinson returned to Iron Maiden, Blaze continued bringing out his music on his own name Blaze and Blaze Bayley. To this date he has produced six albums of high quality and is touring world wide. Jase Edwards founded Wolfsbane at age 13. After Wolfsbane he started the band Streched and The God Damn Whorses with Ginger from the Wildhearts. He is a qualified producer and ownes his own studio. He has also toured with several bands and is currently producing the Wildhearts album. Tickets £7.00 and £10 on the door Click here to buy online |
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Monday 5th
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Available For Private Hire
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Tuesday 6th
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Available For Private Hire
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Wednesday 7th
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Marzy and Vince's Jamming Night
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Every Wednesday is Jamming Night at The Marrs Bar. We have a full range of instruments set up for you to play so if you are a guitarist, bass player, keyboard player, singer or drummer you can just turn up and play. You are welcome to bring your own instrument along too if you'd prefer. There is also a DI box set up for the unexpected double bass or an acoustic guitar or whatever. The Marrs Bar is essentially an over 18's venue but as we understand there are many very talented youngsters out there who would also enjoy and benefit from the experience of performing in front of a live crowd we have a junior membership scheme in place, junior membership costs £5 and you will need to bring a passport size photo and get a parent or guardian to fill in this form. Simply bring it along on the night (you will be allowed in on that night) and next time you come your membership card will be ready for collection from the doorman. Free Admission |
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Thursday 8th
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Comedy Zone Presents Rob Deering, Hal Cruttendedn, and supported by Julian Deane Click here to buy online |
Rob Deering and Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow star, Hal Cruttendedn, share the honours and are supported by up and coming Julian Deane £10 Click here to buy online |
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Friday 9th
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Casino with support from Nomad '67 and Ronin Click here to buy online |
Yeah I know they were only here in July, but as I was away at the time so they're back tonight (it's my bat my ball!!!) Yes, they're back.... Casino are the Birmingham based band fronted by Adam Zindani who is also the guitarist in Stereophonics Just listen to this then buy a ticket - it's that simple! Nomad '67 are a top local band formed 2004 and have played gigs across the UK in various venues such as Birmingham Carling Academy, Birmingham Barfly and loads of other venues including some in London. They have also played venues and festivals across Europe including Holland and Switzerland and have supported the amazing SUBWAYS. £10 ticket Click here to buy online |
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Saturday 10th
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Charity Gig In Support Of Calm Africa
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In October this year, three volunteers are going to Uganda and they are raising money to spend on projects supporting the families, children and school we'll be working with. They are not raising money to fund their volunteering, this is purely extra money to spend on helping the people they meet! Local favourites will be playing: RECKLESS KNIGHTS - SINFUL DIGITAL - THE CASUALS BAND - CLINTY B Ticket price = minimum donation £3 (more if you're feeling generous! - £3 = 1 mosquito net!) On the night they will be running a 50/50 raffle - £1 per ticket, winner gets half the cash, charity gets half the cash - simples! So more people in, more to win! Pre-purchase a raffle ticket with a pre-purchase gig ticket, or buy a ticket on the night before 10pm. Pay on the door entry, or pre-purchase tickets. For tickets please text 07921 727190 to collect. |
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Sunday 11th
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Amy Wadge & Pete Riley Click here to buy online |
2003 also saw Amy take the Best Female Solo title at the Welsh Music Awards, for the second year running, this time ahead of Cerys Matthews. Amy has continued recording (see Music page) and touring ever since (see Gigs page), singing the length and breadth of the UK and playing at many prestigeous UK festivals including Cropredy, Hay Literary Festival, Larmer Tree Festival and Glastonbury. She has also toured in Asia, Russia, Europe and the States. Amy Wadge and Pete Riley first came together a little over two years ago to do some writing together. They immediately clicked and after many years as solo artists or as members of various bands, they decided to collaborate and have been touring, writing and recording together ever since. Together they penned an album's worth of material and have now decided to release it. The new album, "Rivers Apart", which they have also co-produced, is set for release on March 17, 2011 to coincide with their brand new UK Tour. Amy returns to the road after a year out to have a second baby. She is widely regarded as one of the country's most successful female singer/songwriters. Over the course of five solo albums, two collaborations, numerous compositions for other artists and hundreds of live performances all over the globe, she has established an outstanding body of work. Her voice is simply amazing with a breathtaking range and emotional impact while her songwriting continues to surpass most of her contemporaries. 'An irresistible, riveting performer' - Bob Harris, BBC Radio2 Pete Riley, recently returned to his native Liverpool, after spending some ten years touring the States with the iconic American artist, Edwin McCain and with his own band, 'Treehouse' before that. More recently he has been writing, recording and producing with a number of international artists, including Edwin McCain, Narada Michael Walden, Maia Sharp, Angie Aparo, Kevin Kinney, Henry Priestman,(The Christians), Deadmono (Sweden) and most recently, with Amy. www.amywadge.com/amywadgepeteriley www.myspace.com/amywadepeteriley www.amywadge.com www.myspace.com/amywadge www.peteriley.com www.myspace.com/peteriley £10.00 ticket and £12.00 on the door Click here to buy online |
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Monday 12th
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Available For Private Hire
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Tuesday 13th
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Available For Private Hire
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Wednesday 14th
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Marzy and Vince's Jamming Night
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Every Wednesday is Jamming Night at The Marrs Bar. We have a full range of instruments set up for you to play so if you are a guitarist, bass player, keyboard player, singer or drummer you can just turn up and play. You are welcome to bring your own instrument along too if you'd prefer. There is also a DI box set up for the unexpected double bass or an acoustic guitar or whatever. The Marrs Bar is essentially an over 18's venue but as we understand there are many very talented youngsters out there who would also enjoy and benefit from the experience of performing in front of a live crowd we have a junior membership scheme in place, junior membership costs £5 and you will need to bring a passport size photo and get a parent or guardian to fill in this form. Simply bring it along on the night (you will be allowed in on that night) and next time you come your membership card will be ready for collection from the doorman. Free Admission |
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Thursday 15th
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Available For Private Hire
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Friday 16th
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The Roving Crows GUTSY CELTIC FUSION Click here to buy online |
Debut Album of the Year 2010 'FATEA Music Magazine' - Runner-up. "Sizzling Folk Rock" Chris Beaumont, Shreds & Patched Music Magazine (2010) "Innovative, funky and energetic; some of the finest purveyors of Folk Rock and Celtic influenced stuff you'll ever see" Richie Keston, The Strand (2011) The Roving Crows 5 piece line-up are an original Celtic sound; frenetic fiddle playing intertwined with trumpet, drums, bass, guitar and vocals. Strong, vibrant lyrics and exhilarating live performance are at the very core of this entertaining and charismatic outfit with the band successfully bringing together many genres, influences and rhythms to create a driving and determined sound. "just pure musical energy. Tight rhythms, great on-stage personality, proper up-on-the-tables-kicking-over-the-beer-glasses fun-time music"- Andrew Marston, BBC H&W, (June 2010). "The Roving Crows have got originality in bucketloads" Andy O'Hare, BBC (Aug 2010) "Fiery fiddle playing…sizzling folk rock", Chris Beaumont, Shreds & Patches magazine, (Aug 2010) "Definitely one to watch", Dave Franklin, Green Man Music, (Aug 2010) www.rovingcrows.com www.myspace.com/therovingcrows £5.00 a ticket and £8.00 on the door Click here to buy online |
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Saturday 17th
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Hells Bells Click here to buy online |
Hells Bells are an accomplished AC/DC Tribute Band recognised as one of the best AC/DC tribute bands on the circuit today. They have performed all over the UK as well as Holland, Germany and Ireland. If you love AC/DC then you'll love our high energy performance - a show not to be missed. www.hellsbells.info £8.00 ticket and £10.00 on the door Click here to buy online |
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Sunday 18th
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Sean Taylor Click here to buy online |
Sean Taylor has rapidly grown to be one of the hottest new names in the UK blues/acoustic scene. His incredible passion for performance, sheer talent and songwriting of the highest calibre is a testament to his frequent comparisons with John Martyn, Chris Isaak and Tom Waits. He has had extensive coverage in publications such as 'Uncut', 'Maverick', 'Classic Rock', 'Acoustic Guitar Magazine' and 'Rock N' Reel' to name but a few, and has recently been accredited by BBC Radio 2's Bob Harris and featured on his show twice consecutively. He has recently been asked to return for a live studio session in December. The past year has seen Sean play at a score of festivals, including three stages at Glastonbury, Blue Balls in Lucerne, Tolpuddle Martyrs, Tenby Blues and Broadstairs Folk Week. As well as headline gigs across the UK, Sean has toured Switzerland and played support slots for the likes of Neville Brothers, George Benson, John Fogarty (Creedence Clearwater), Band of Horses, The Groundhogs and Chickenshack. After selling out of CD's at Cambridge Folk Festival 2010, showcasing at Celtic Connections and being booked for Glastonbury 2011 already, Sean's future looks very bright indeed. Sean's fourth album 'Walk With Me' was released in July and has been steadily getting incredible reviews in all major press. The album was produced by Trevor Hutchinson (Lúnasa, Sharon Shannon, The Waterboys), and features pedal steel legend BJ Cole as well as a stellar array of other musicians including Vyvienne Long (Damien Rice, Lisa Hannigan) and Dave Hingerty (The Frames, Josh Ritter). www.seantaylorsongs.com www.myspace.com/seantaylorsongs £7.00 ticket and £9.00 on the door Click here to buy online |
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Monday 19th
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Available For Private Hire
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Tuesday 20th
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Available For Private Hire
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Wednesday 21st
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Marzy and Vince's Jamming Night
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Every Wednesday is Jamming Night at The Marrs Bar. We have a full range of instruments set up for you to play so if you are a guitarist, bass player, keyboard player, singer or drummer you can just turn up and play. You are welcome to bring your own instrument along too if you'd prefer. There is also a DI box set up for the unexpected double bass or an acoustic guitar or whatever. The Marrs Bar is essentially an over 18's venue but as we understand there are many very talented youngsters out there who would also enjoy and benefit from the experience of performing in front of a live crowd we have a junior membership scheme in place, junior membership costs £5 and you will need to bring a passport size photo and get a parent or guardian to fill in this form. Simply bring it along on the night (you will be allowed in on that night) and next time you come your membership card will be ready for collection from the doorman. Free Admission |
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Thursday 22nd
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Available For Private Hire
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Friday 23rd
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Fred Zeppelin
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The four members of Fred Zeppelin are real fans, and formed ‘The Freds’ out of their admiration and love of Led Zeppelin’s music. As their name suggests the band do not take themselves too seriously, they know the praise belongs to Robert, Jimmy, John Paul Jones, and Bonzo. According to one of Kerrangs readers polls. FRED ZEPPELIN are among the top ten best live bands to see. Quite an achievement, as they were the only tribute band listed in any category. Its worth taking a camera with you, as you don’t know who could be standing next to you. In the audience have been MAGNUM’s front-man Bob Catley, WHITESNAKE’s guitarist Mel Galley, who attended on recommendation - “Thought I would come and see you, as Robert (Plant) said you were brilliant”. Roy Wood legendary main man of THE MOVE & WIZZARD, and SLADES Jimmy Lea was the latest rock celebrity to experience a two-hour Fred Zeppelin gig. Fred Zeppelin were invited by Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page to attend a charity event of which Jimmy is a patron. Kev (former bassist) and Blackie (drums) attended and were thrilled to meet and chat with the legendary guitarist. Also at the party were Roger Daltrey, Julian Lloyd Webber, Leo Sayer and Formula One’s David Coultard. What a night ! £8.00 a ticket or £10 on the door |
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Saturday 24th
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Marzy's Pick of The Worcester Music Festival. Das Sexy Clap, East of the Sun, Calm Like A Riot and Robinson |
Exactly what it says on the tin, I'm putting on as many of my favourite bands on as possible throughout the day to celebrate the great success that was this years WMF. Massive congratulations to all involved for making it run so smooth and efficiently. I among many others were in our elements just strolling around watchicng bands in so many different pubs clubs cafes and workshops all over the City, I just loved being able to stomp from pub to pub seeing bands everywhere - you could be on your way to see a band when you pass an open door and are drawn in to check out something that just grabs your ear, and it was all FREE Big pat on the back to all WMF staff. xx Robinson are one of the finest bands on the Worcester Music Scene at the moment. And as we know a lot of their fans are also fans of "Jasper in the Co. of Others" (who would have been playing here too if they hadn't already had a gig on) who are having an EP release the same night just around the corner, so we have got Robinson on stage at 11:15pm because Jasper is finishing at 11pm - so you can stroll around the corner and waltz into the Marrs Bar FREE....!! East of The Sun have an established presence & wealth of gigs under our belt along with a solid set of powerful, anthemic, tracks. We're totally digging our music, fans, and gigs. They have got loads of musical ex's as you would expect and have built this band from what they feel is the best of all worlds: attitude, skills and experience. East of the Sun were known as Unkle Monty (2008-2011). Influences include pretty much everything. So in no particular order: Incubus, Foo Fighters, Reef, Stereophonics, Led Zeppelin, Metallica, Lost Prophets, Green Day, Jimmy Eat World, Pink Floyd, Keane, Drive By Truckers, Massive Attack, Supergrass, The Blackout, plus many more.... Anything Driving, with big riffs, cool vocals. soundcloud.com/eastofthesun Calm Like a Riot spit their fusion of rock, funk and hip-hop with a contagious energy. The Worcester-based band vent their anger in a way you would expect having grown up on the mean, urban streets of middle-class, middle-England. Each night they put across their musical message in such a style that never fails to make the people of Worcestershire look up from their humous and olive ciabatta and take note. Led from the front by their hard talking, hard working lyricist John “Anger Manager”, and ably backed up by Pete, Dan and Mick (Middle Managers), Calm Like a Riot are not afraid to confront the issues of the day. There are wars going on, there is greed, there is global warming and there is injustice and the boys won’t let you leave without telling you what they think. Do we sit back and do nothing while the world faces these problems, or do we write an edgy, rap verse and a catchy chorus on the matter? I know what Calm Like a Riot would do. Calm Like a Riot. Mic in hand, tongue in cheek. Das Sexy clap we're formed in late 2009 by Chris Wemyss (drummer from And What Will Be Left of Them?, Evilwitch, Girls on Film and JoePatroni) and life long friend Katy Birch. 'My first instrument was the guitar, but quite early on I shifted over to the drums and after years of playing in various bands up and down the UK and various bits of Europe I really wanted get back to my roots on guitar and vocals. Katy and I had always played music together when we were teenagers and Katy's return to Worcester in 2009 was really the deciding factor in putting 'Das Sexy Clap' together. The idea was to write loud, dirty and catchy songs that we liked and would actually want to listen to ourselves - The louder the better' - Chris Wemyss. www.myspace.com/dassexyclap www.facebook.com/pages/Das-Sexy-Clap FREE ENTRY |
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Sunday 25th
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Monday 26th
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Available For Private Hire
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Tuesday 27th
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Available For Private Hire
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Wednesday 28th
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Marzy and Vince's Jamming Night
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Every Wednesday is Jamming Night at The Marrs Bar. We have a full range of instruments set up for you to play so if you are a guitarist, bass player, keyboard player, singer or drummer you can just turn up and play. You are welcome to bring your own instrument along too if you'd prefer. There is also a DI box set up for the unexpected double bass or an acoustic guitar or whatever. The Marrs Bar is essentially an over 18's venue but as we understand there are many very talented youngsters out there who would also enjoy and benefit from the experience of performing in front of a live crowd we have a junior membership scheme in place, junior membership costs £5 and you will need to bring a passport size photo and get a parent or guardian to fill in this form. Simply bring it along on the night (you will be allowed in on that night) and next time you come your membership card will be ready for collection from the doorman. Free Admission |
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Thursday 29th
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Friday 30th
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This Wicked Tongue, A Poetic Yesterday, The Callout and Reinforced
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This Wicked Tongue One of the rising stars of the local music scene, This Wicked Tongue deliver a powerful blend of raucous guitars and sublime vocals - "If you like sexy, powerful female fronted rock bands, then totally get all over this band." - Juanita McGowen, www.electric-banana.co.uk, 16/4/11 A Poetic Yesterday Also known by the moniker APY, A Poetic Yesterday have won a fanatical fan base all over the UK with more than 500 live shows and headline appearances at venues such as the Birmingham O2 Academy. Now with their new single The Movie: Director’s Cut, taken from forthcoming album Revolutions, the band are set to gain the national recognition they deserve as one of the UK’s best Pop-Punk bands of recent years. The Callout 100s of gigs over the past few years have seen Redditch pop-punk band build a solid following and earn supporting slots with McFly, Mcfly , Deaf Havana, Not Advised, The Zebedy Rays, Pegasus Bridge, Hill Valley High and many more Reinforced Punchy heavy guitar riffs with underlying dynamic bass grooves held together by hard hitting rock beats and passionate vocals, Reinforced is an alternative hard rock band with a female edge and a lot of bite! £4.00 a ticket and £5.00 on the door |