Free to do what I want, any old time

Hi Misters and Misses,

ok tonight we have a free gig, tomorrow we have a Northern only bands music industry showcase including hot tip next big thing Attic Lights, the football on Wednesday is on the 2nd massivest screen in Kilburn, Thursdays music line up is extraordinary, Friday's is rocking and see you late on Saturday and Sunday seeing as there is no work on Monday.

By the way in July we will have free comedy every Monday for one month only. Also if anyone wants to book the balcony on Friday/Saturday nights for a birthday or any occasion please get in touch asap; they usually go well in advance.

Monday 21st May

The |nstititute of Contemporary Music Performance (icmp.uk.com) presents a showcase featuring soloists and bands from their students and tutors. A great night of music and mingling.

Free entry.

Tuesday 22nd May

Northern Monkie in conjunction with Indiestore.com presents a music industry showcase of all the best from the North down in the South. There will be tea and biscuits, pie & mash, bingo in the break plus DJs. Live performances from

ODI www.indiestore.com/odimusic Damian Rice intensity with haunting female vocals and a bit of PJ Harvey edge… a modern take on folk from Leeds via Ireland.

Brendan Campbell www.indiestore.com/brendancampbell passionate and wild haired young singer-songwriter from Glasgow, mixing celtic roots with classic American storytelling in the style
of the greats - a hint of Simon & Garfunkel or smidgen of Springsteen...

Josephine Oniyama www.myspace.com/josephineoniyama From Manchester, playing simply acoustic she has an amazing voice, distinctive and soulful with hints of Americana - I Think It Was Love is totally spine-tingling.

Attic Lights www.myspace.com/thoseatticlights They have been building a proper following in Scotland, with radio interviews and everything, and they're about to start the ball rolling down here with a record deal already pending
£3 with loyalty badge/£5 advance/£7 on door.

Further info at www.indiestore.com/northernmonkiepromotions

Wednesday 23rd May

Football on the humungous screen. Liverpool v Milan. Let's hope for a bit of excitement after Saturday's game. Paint dry, it's just like watching paint dry.

Thursday 24th May

Club AC30 presents an amazing night of food for the musical part of the brain.

The Domino State www.myspace.com/thedominostate Formed from the remnants of pop shoegazers At The Lake at the end of 2006. Delicate guitar textures and pitch-shifted waves caress the tension sending flashes of black and white light. Imagine early Slowdive, Abba or The Sound covered by The Warlocks or maybe Loop and you’re almost there.

Hearts Of Black Science www.myspace.com/heartsofblackscience Acclaimed Gothenburg electronic duo return to London with their new single Driverlights. Described by The Fly as a crackling ambient Depeche Mode, the guys are BBC 6Music favourites with a Gideon Coe session under their belts, and a Tom Robinson session on May 21st.

Pris_ www.myspace.com/pristheband Electronic act based between London and Paris. Duran Duran meets Lali Puna, emotional and alcoholic French electro pop. Irresistable!

£5 entry

Friday 25th May

Take the Weight host an evening of lairy rock and hairy funk. Live sets from...

The Dirty Feel www.myspace.com/thedirtyfeel 'Porno Rock, Filthy and Juicy' - the Mighty Boosh.

One Flew Over www.myspace.com/oneflewover "a perfect blend of heaviness and melody, like a suckerpunch to a glass jaw"

Chasm www.myspace.com/chasmmusic atmospheric and experimental Prog Rock played with total conviction.

After DJs Sparo, Mr Snoid and El Barone select the unexpected - tropical funk, reggae, soul.

and rock & roll. Come down to get down.

£5 entry, £4 with flyer or print out.

Saturday 26th May

Private Party until 1130pm.

After various different DJs playing a mix of latest and classic indie, guilty pleasures, hands in the air dance music from 60s to now.

£5 entry £4 with print out

Sunday 27th May

Private Party until 9pm.

We convert to a normal pub after. Well, normalish.

Monday 28th May

Amna presents Little Lowkey an evening of up and coming bands and soloists doing unplugged sets from 6pm to 11pm. At least 5 acts all to be confirmed. New artists recommended to come along and introduce for future slots.

£3 entry.

cheers

John.x

all aboard...