City and Sticks

vid-post: A Place to Bury Strangers - Onwards to the Wall -...

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 08:36:48 -0400

A Place to Bury Strangers - Onwards to the Wall - Onwards to the Wall (2012)

‘Setting tinnitus-inducing noise-pop against a tension-wracked Joy Division-meets-Ministry backdrop, this Brooklyn trio drenches lovesick indie …’

-Pitchfork

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approachingtomorrow: A new track from Arctic Monkeys. You can...

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 19:05:46 -0500

approachingtomorrow:

A new track from Arctic Monkeys. You can tell it’s been a busy month because I only stumbled across this one when it ended up on my Facebook wall as a result of a catch-up pint with an old friend. Love the track and love the video too.

This feels quite Matk Lanegan despite it being Richard Hawley on the track with them.

Sonic Boom Six - Live Review

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 03:31:38 -0500

donkeyonatreadmill:

The Waterfront 12/02/2012

It’s been a while since Norwich has been Sonic Boom-ed but with their eponymous fourth album set to be released later this year the Manchester based quintet has rocked up in our fair city to remind us of what we’ve been missing. The gig marks the end of an arduous week-long tour, the crux of which saw them hyped as HMVs ‘The Next Big Thing’ at The Barfly in Camden. The self confessed “genre terrorists” manage to mix more styles than George Bush has mixed metaphors and there is buzz surrounding the band that 2012 could be the year of the Boom. So let’s button up our seat-belts and party like a fish out of water…

Throughout the seven date tour support has come in the form of Hildamay, an alternative punk band from Kent. There’s plenty of sleeveless t-shirts on display as the band blast through ‘Parachutes’ a driving tune that is hampered by muddy sound. During their set singer Tim Lawrence looks terrified, giving a meek thumbs-up as he announces the band are going to play a couple of new tracks. The first of these is dedicated to SB6 frontman Barney Boom and shows off their bassist’s impressive wrist action…winky face. Soon Barney is onstage himself joining the band for ‘This War is Over’ but unfortunately the band’s power again suffers at the hands of some wobbly sound.

Following a lengthy change over, personal concerns over whether SB6 will all fit onstage are soon allayed; the band trot on to a building drumbeat and the place goes Britney Spears nuts. With mosh pits, pogoing and skanking galore it’s clear that those who have battled the frosty weather aren’t here for a quiet end to their weekend, the brilliantly infectious ‘The Road to Hell is Paved With Good Inventions’ in particular drawing a boisterous reaction from those clamouring to get closer to the action. Singer Laila K, in between sipping a Strongbow can, er, through a straw (?!), coerces people to get forward and the band blast into ‘For the Kids of The Multiculture’. The unique mix of ska, punk, dub, grime and metal ensures that SB6 draw a varied crowd but there is a pervading sense of community between the band and the fans who, in the words of Barney Boom are “getting on together like chips and samosas”.

The Mancunians expertly combine their early material with their newer output even finding time to treat the audience to ‘The Dangers of Rock and Roll’, originally a b-side that, through the power of Facebook, has become one of the band’s most requested songs. The wave of activity has certainly warmed up the Waterfont but, undeterred, suddenly some big boys manage to get hoisted above the crowd, briefly flailing about before gravity works its magic. Crunch. “Barney’s drunk”, the announcement of the likeable frontman’s inebriated state welcomes a change of pace and ‘Sunny Side of The Street’ sees the appearance of an acoustic guitar. The bitter-sweet ode to their home town should surely stem the tidal wave of activity on the dance floor. No! Apparently this is the perfect opportunity for a bout of sweaty stage diving, it seems Mr Barnes isn’t the only one on the Red Stripe tonight…and on the Sabbath! Hildamay are summoned to the stage and it soon becomes apparent as to why the speakers on each flank of the stage have been firmly strapped down, KRS-One’s ‘Sound of da Police’ sounds out to introduce SB6’s own ‘Piggy in the Middle’ and the Waterfronts structural integrity is truly tested. Barney goes in for a stage dive of his own while Laila, despite negotiating a few wayward feet, finally succumbs to an accidental smack in the face. The crowd and band ravenously feed off each others energy and bassist-guitarist James T Boom in particular is loving it, a massive smile constantly poking through his immaculately kept beard. Chants of “S B Six!” entice the obligatory encore, the final hurrah culminating in a room-long wall of death.

And. Breathe. The audience file out, many removing other people’s moist neck hair from their throats, thankfully a simmering vigour remains that should see them home warm at least. The frenzied set had everything, great beats, tight musicianship and, in Laila and Barney, two very accomplished front peeps that compliment each other perfectly. It all suggests there may be some substance to the belief that this may be their year. Awesome live band, awesome crowd, awesome night. Big up the Boom!

wombatwombat presentsElectricity in our Homes+ Octagon Court +...

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 08:39:11 -0500

wombatwombat presents
Electricity in our Homes
+ Octagon Court + Invisible Cities
Friday 24 February : 8pm
£6.00 adv : £8.00 door

http://norwichartscentre.co.uk/electricity-in-our-homes/

These guys are playing alongside Allo Darlin’ at the...

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 04:41:55 -0500

These guys are playing alongside Allo Darlin’ at the Norwich Arts Centre on 2nd March.

Forthcoming single from Tigercats’ new album, Isle of Dogs.

Available now for streaming and free download

Available for purchase with exclusive b-sides 02 April 2012

Album released 09 April 2012

The Rapture are playing Norwich Arts Centre, 3rd May 8pm.

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 06:25:59 -0500

The Rapture are playing Norwich Arts Centre, 3rd May 8pm.

Nice little review:- danistotallyawesome: NME TOUR (Norwich)...

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 06:22:55 -0500

Nice little review:-

danistotallyawesome:

NME TOUR (Norwich) Reviewish: Metronomy

Well these guys were absolutely brilliant last night. Their live performance was just stunning. I was kind of dubious whether they would be able to pull of their quite minimal style at the venue but they definitely did and they were by far the best musical performance of the night. Although not the whole crowd were getting involved (unfortunately) the general stage show made up for it. Their whole electronic style was encouraged by this peculiar but really effective use of in-time lights on each of their chests. I also found that Oscar was very strange (still in a good way) especially with his electric Clarinet solo that had me stunned.

Overall they were even better than I expected and their actual musical skills were by far the best of the night (yes that does mean I thought they were better that Two Door Cinema Club).

Also the photos above are from yesterday courtesy of acatcalledmouse and stevenconnolly

openedmyheart: From the night to the light / all plans are...

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:30:12 -0500

openedmyheart:

From the night to the light / all plans are golden in your hands

Klaxons at the LCR, UEA

coherentways: hellyeahmodestmouse: Modest Mouse - Teeth like...

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:24:26 -0500

coherentways:

hellyeahmodestmouse:

Modest Mouse - Teeth like God’s Shoeshine

Favourite

Great song

lying in false paradise: The Horrors were perfect

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:41:07 -0500

lying in false paradise: The Horrors were perfect :

Looks like The Horrors impressed last night then?

count-in-fives:

The setlist was amazing, they played fucking brilliantly, Faris had the best shirt I’ve ever seen, ahhhhhhhh everything was perfect.

When they walked out I turned into a wailing fangirl, I suddenly remembered how much I love them and how much they mean to me, sounds lame but it’s true. Mirror’s…

Due out Feb 2012 on Fat Possum Records

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:08:11 -0500

Due out Feb 2012 on Fat Possum Records

norwichmusic: Gig - Walls, Duke Slammer, Transept - Norwich...

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 06:10:06 -0500

norwichmusic:

Gig - Walls, Duke Slammer, Transept - Norwich Arts Centre 28.01.2012 £8/£10

Event / Tix

Clap Your Hands Say Yeah - Waterfront, Norwich 31st Jan...

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:00:48 -0500

Clap Your Hands Say Yeah - Waterfront, Norwich 31st Jan 2012

http://www.ueaticketbookings.co.uk/events/clap-your-hands-say-yeah—31-01-2012-.aspx

vid-post: Eastern Conference Champions - Middle of the Night -...

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 04:43:44 -0500

vid-post:

Eastern Conference Champions - Middle of the Night - Akustiks (2010)

Eastern Conference Champions are an indie rock band from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania formed in 2005. The band consists of Josh Ostrander (guitar, vocals), Greg Lyons (drums) and Melissa Dougherty (guitar - not bass).

eccmusic.com/

www.facebook.com/eccmusic

I’ll do whats right I need advice I’ve never walked alone before...

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 04:20:33 -0500

I’ll do whats right
I need advice
I’ve never walked alone before
We made a pact
Remember that?
We were young and adored
But things’ll change
Not every day
But on the ones that matter most

Every year there’s a shortfall,
A trip to count your blessings up,
Batten down the hatches,
(Or) open the floodgates up,
The water works have started,
You’ve started filling up,
The only question I have is,
Are you here to jump ship

twee OFF! & Gravy presents The Brownies+ Sylver Tongue +...

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:44:04 -0500

twee OFF! & Gravy presents The Brownies
+ Sylver Tongue + support
Friday 3 February : 8pm
£3.00 adv : £6.00 door

http://norwichartscentre.co.uk/the-brownies-feb-2012/

Taken from OLYMPIANS BOOK CLUB released by Barely Regal Records...

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:31:18 -0500

Taken from OLYMPIANS BOOK CLUB released by Barely Regal Records on 13th February 2012

Recorded by David Pye

More info:
http://www.onwardolympians.com/
http://olympians.bandcamp.com/album/book-club-1-the-great-gatsby

b-sidemusic: NEWS: NORWICH, OPEN WIDE Norwich is about to gain...

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:29:13 -0500

b-sidemusic:

NEWS:

NORWICH, OPEN WIDE

Norwich is about to gain another ace music venue, as OPEN readies itself for business.

OPEN is an independently-run new venture in the city centre, comprising two gig spaces: a grand main hall with moving walls (the capacity of which can be adjusted to hold anywhere between 300 and 1,450 punters) and a smaller club venue, which holds 400.

The building also boasts a dance studio, games room and climbing wall.

OPEN is run by a charitable trust (as opposed to, say, a brewery or mobile phone company), which means that the venue’s profits can be channelled back into local youth projects.

Speaking to B-Side, Live Music Events Manager Rick Lennox (who previously worked for One Little Indian and Polydor Records, and discovered Skunk Anansie) explained, “OPEN was not set up in competition with the UEA or the Waterfront – we would like to share big bands with other venues, as something extra for the City.”

OPEN, er, opens on 9^th March 2012 with BBC Introducing-favourite Billy Lockett, supported by Norwich sensation Lee Vann.

For full details and ticket information, visit the venue’s website or click here to take a guided tour.

sarahjanebee: Deftones - Norwich UEA

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:55:04 -0500

sarahjanebee:

Deftones - Norwich UEA

vid-post: Kurt Vile - Runner Ups - Smoke Ring for my Halo...

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 14:26:50 -0500

vid-post:

Kurt Vile - Runner Ups - Smoke Ring for my Halo (2011)

Kurt Vile is a guitarist and singer born in 1980 from the Philadelphia suburb of Lansdowne, Pennsylvania.

kurtvile.com/

City and Sticks

vid-post: A Place to Bury Strangers - Onwards to the Wall -...

approachingtomorrow: A new track from Arctic Monkeys. You can...

Sonic Boom Six - Live Review

wombatwombat presentsElectricity in our Homes+ Octagon Court +...

wombatwombat presentsElectricity in our Homes+ Octagon Court + Invisible CitiesFriday 24 February : 8pm£6.00 adv : £8.00 door

These guys are playing alongside Allo Darlin’ at the...

The Rapture are playing Norwich Arts Centre, 3rd May 8pm.

The Rapture are playing Norwich Arts Centre, 3rd May 8pm.

Nice little review:- danistotallyawesome: NME TOUR (Norwich)...

openedmyheart: From the night to the light / all plans are...

coherentways: hellyeahmodestmouse: Modest Mouse - Teeth like...

lying in false paradise: The Horrors were perfect

Due out Feb 2012 on Fat Possum Records

norwichmusic: Gig - Walls, Duke Slammer, Transept - Norwich...

Clap Your Hands Say Yeah - Waterfront, Norwich 31st Jan...

Clap Your Hands Say Yeah - Waterfront, Norwich 31st Jan 2012

vid-post: Eastern Conference Champions - Middle of the Night -...

I’ll do whats right I need advice I’ve never walked alone before...

twee OFF! & Gravy presents The Brownies+ Sylver Tongue +...

twee OFF! & Gravy presents The Brownies+ Sylver Tongue + supportFriday 3 February : 8pm£3.00 adv : £6.00 door

Taken from OLYMPIANS BOOK CLUB released by Barely Regal Records...

b-sidemusic: NEWS: NORWICH, OPEN WIDE Norwich is about to gain...

NEWS:

NORWICH, OPEN WIDE

sarahjanebee: Deftones - Norwich UEA

vid-post: Kurt Vile - Runner Ups - Smoke Ring for my Halo...

wombatwombat presents
Electricity in our Homes
+ Octagon Court + Invisible Cities
Friday 24 February : 8pm
£6.00 adv : £8.00 door

twee OFF! & Gravy presents The Brownies
+ Sylver Tongue + support
Friday 3 February : 8pm
£3.00 adv : £6.00 door