After an awesome twenty twelve all of us here at Nusic wish you a very Merry Christmas! Here’s three cracking gigs to check out over the Xmas / New Years period.
GIG ONE
THE MAZE & VON SPOOK PROMOTIONS PRESENTS a HUGE New Years Eve SCI-FI TWIST party! No we’re not sure what that means either but it sounds fun and the line-up is siiccckkkk.
The Main Room Line Up:
DICK VENOM & THE TERRORTONES
Lets just say, its going to get very hot and sweaty with DICK VENOM & THE TERRORTONES. Described by The Maze itself as the ‘King of Chaos’, DICK VENOM and his band THE TERRORTONES will give you a crushing (and most probably filthy) insight into his rock n roll dream (perhaps that should that be fantasy?). This is not for the light hearted or prudish; expect high energy coupled with trash metal and dirty punk.
ARCADE WINTER
Featuring former members of EVERY NEW DEAD GHOST, ARCANE WINTER are a band influenced by the likes of Chrome and Hawkwind. If you like Goth with a Post-Punk twist, then check out their ‘organic’ sound.
Upstairs Room Line Up:
THE DISTANCE
Synth Pop duo THE DISTANCE have just what the doctor ordered. The right dose to make you laugh, smile and happy. And that’s before the rounds are in! For infectious catchy electronic tunes, check out THE DISTANCE.
RAINBOW DOWN
Solo Electro artist and music producer RAINBOW DOWN will provide shockwaves of synthy underground vibes. Bass shaking tunes and banging electronic music. Having self-taught himself how to produce and write his own music, RAINBOW DOWN is a talent that continues to strive for big things.
Also performing is: Vince Ripper and the Rodent Show, Iridal and a host of awesome DJs.
DOORS: 7PM
PRICE: £6 in adv / £8 on the door
GIG TWO
Organised by AUDACIOUS FACE, I’M NOT FROM LONDON and LEFTLION the WATERFRONT FESTIVAL returns to throw a massive New Years Party, hosted by THE CANALHOUSE.
Stage One (Upstairs)
ROYAL GALA
Describing their sound as ‘Dirty Electro Latin with brass laden orchestral grooves’, there is no way you could forget ROYAL GALA and their incredible sound. Playing a near orchestral range of instruments (from the guitar through to the sax and trombone) their unique sounds will keep you dancing on your toes into the small hours of the night, making for an unforgettable time. A great band to see in the New Year, the ultimate band to see in the New Year!
TRAY ELECTRIC
Electronic producer TRAY ELECTRIC is well known for his dancefloor bangers. If prominent live performances at the FUTURE SOUND OF NOTTINGHAM and with Mike Skinner’s The D.O.T at The Bodega are anything to go by, TRAY ELECTRIC’s carefully crafted dances tunes will have you on a high perfect for the euphoria demanded by NYE.
LONG DEAD SIGNAL
A rock/alternative band gaining their influences from the likes of Pink Floyd, Muse and Radiohead. LONG DEAD SIGNAL own the stage with their fiery energy and raw tones. Be sure to get catch their set now they’re back with a groovier sound inspired by a new bassist, who is actually human.
BOOTS BOOKLOVERS
Definitely a band with a great future ahead of them, BOOTS BOOKLOVERS are ‘twangy guitar pop’ at its best. Drawing their influences from the likes of The Beatles, Elvis Costello & The Attractions and Buddy Holly, this band have an incredible last two years. After getting to the finals of our Nusic Comp with DOG IS DEAD, BOOTS BOOKLOVERS have continued to make a big impact on the Nottingham music scene.
THE SMEARS
Not your ordinary girl group, THE SMEARS step it up a level with driving bass-lines, grunge metal madness and a fearless attitude, oh and we know it shouldn’t matter but they are fucking hot too. Their album, ‘Hell in High Heels’, teases fans with raw, gripping sounds. Known for provocatively enticing listeners, THE SMEARS will have the crowd screaming for more. Check out more from their time as our Artist of the Month HERE.
Stage Two (Downstairs) Line Up:
PILGRIM FATHERS
Zonked out heavy rock n roll band PILGRIM FATHERS will be setting metaphorical sail for a voyage into 2013 at this NYE do. Pounding drums with distorted electric guitar and mysterious sounds, PILGRIM FATHERS music is brimming with something almost addictive. Hop on board (metaphorically).
GREY HAIRS
Also performing are GREY HAIRS , a band who’ve got their top new years resolution in early by already planning a 7 inch vinyl release in January. Known for their epic loudness, distinctive hard-core grunge sounds and general fuck you attitude, GREY HAIRS will help your ears see (yes we know we mixed our senses) in the New Year most disgracefully.
HER MAJESTY’S SERVICE
Also on the bill are HER MAJESTY’S SERVICE Formed in April 2012 from the ashes of THE TURF, HER MAJESTY’S SERVICE are pushing the boat out to create trully explosive raw punk sounds. Crowd surfing will be on the agenda as well as making sure you have a general blast of a time. HER MAJESTY’S SERVICE, ladies and gents, are ones to watch.
THE WICKETS
Rearing with energy, melodic rock band THE WICKETS are also set to perform. The band toured relentlessly around the UK and Europe in 2010/2011 and has since gained a growing and supportive fan base. THE WICKETS have an original spikey edge. Be sure to check them out.
FLYING ROBOT PIMP are something of mystery to us so we’ll just have to all get down there and check em out in person.
Also performing is: Cable 35, Seas of Mirth and some Disc Jockeys
DOORS: 8PM
PRICE: £10
GIG THREE
Set the 5th January 2013 free in your calendars this New Year as HELP FOR HAITI organises a concert at THE NOTTINGHAM CONTEMPORARY to raise funds for the victims of the recent devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy (a fact not much covered by the New York obsessed mainstream media).
RAM1
One of Nottingham’s biggest reggae and dancehall talents, RAM1 has had a massive 2012 and 2013 is set to be even bigger. Nominated for a MOBO award a few months back, RAM1 is heavily influenced by his upbringing which can be seen in his latest song ‘My Habitat’, which was filmed right here in Nottingham. With music aimed to inspire and spread the love, what’s not to love about RAM1?!
THE HARGREAVES
Two sisters with amazing harmonies and heartfelt lyrics that are sure to pull at your heart strings. THE HARGREAVES produce such soulful sounds, hey instead of listening to us whittering on why not check em out direct in their Nusic Future Session HERE.
THE GOLDEN TROUBADOURS
Drawing their influences from different genres such as soul, folk, blues and even flamenco THE GOLDEN TROUBADOURS perform with soft tones and dream-like lyrics. Songs performed with passion and feeling, they are sure to have you leaving the concert humming one of their songs under your breath!
NADIA LATOYA
Funky, lively and full of energy there is nowhere but up for this girl with the big voice. With such powerful vocals, NADIA LATOYA’s sound is very much Urban/RnB with hints of Soul mixed in there to surprise you all.
SAINT RAYMOND
A mix of Ben Howard and Benjamin Francis Leftwhich, SAINT RAYMOND’s unique tone and voice is sure to make you remember his performance. Also, getting into the festive spirit, he has created an acoustic Christmas song which you should all definitely check out HERE. Our boss thinks this guy is going to be huge.
DOORS: 7.30PM
PRICE: £5 in adv / £7 on the door.
Yours in Love of Music,
Saadiya Yusuf and Ashleigh Bossman
x
PS Our LEFTLION Breadbins have a definitive list of your NYE options Notts-style right HERE.
