2006 Gig Archive

Midnight Mango & In It For The Money Present on Thursday December 7th At The Palace , Bridgwater. SKINDRED DUB TRIO (USA) THE SKYLIGHT THEORY £8 in advance, £10 on the Door West Quay Records, B/water Martian Records, Taunton Tor Records, Glastonbury Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:30pm Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/skindred myspace.com/dubtrio myspace.com/skylighttheory SKINDRED Genre: Regga-Metal Web: www.skindred.com Myspace: myspace.com/skindred Press Release: Having toured America solidly for the last 18 months, in which they managed to shift 600,000 copies of their debut album ‘Babylon’. Skindred will be stopping off on part of their 22 date UK tour to preview songs from their new album which is due for release in March next year. Skindred are quite simply unlike anything you’ve heard. Elements of Metal, Dancehall, Punk, and Drum & Bass, are all cut and pasted and put back together again to create their own unique sound. This has led to opportunities to share the stage with bands such as Korn, The Misfits, Voodoo Glow Skulls and Soulfly (to name but a few), helping the band to build a rapidly growing international fanbase. They took the Download festival by storm this year playing to a packed out crowd, with rock bible Kerrang magazine saying ‘But all past bands are blown away by SKINDRED with a crowd that stretches far further than the boundaries of the tent, there’re awesome tonight, their infectious dub-metal – helmed by incredible frontman Benji Webbe, who has every soul in the palm of his hand – whipping up the prefect party vibe that quickens your heartbeat and stretches the most unstoppable grin across your face’. KERRANG FIVE (KKKKK) REVIEW OF THERE 2006 DOWNLOAD SET This has led to the band being reknowned as one of the UK best live bands, and things are all in place to propel them as one of the major players within the UK rock/metal scene by the end of the year. DUB-TRIO (USA) Genre: Electronic / Punk / Alternative Web: www.dubtrio.com Myspace: myspace.com/dubtrio Press Release: American band DUB TRIO hail from Brooklyn, NEW YORK. They have recently worked with the legendary Mike Patton (lead vocalist of Faith No More/Mr Bungle/Tomahawk) who also guests on a number of tracks on their album. The band are influenced by a number of different musical genres and you can expect to find elements of Dub, Ambient, Electronica and Punk all within in their music, enabling their very own unique sound. The band are gaining a rapidly growing fan base within the USA and surely the same will happen on their first visit to the UK. SKYLIGHT THEORY Genre: Screamo-Metalcore Myspace: myspace.com/skylighttheory Press Release: The Skylight Theory are a 5 piece up-and-coming band from Bridgwater, Somerset, who play their own blend of screamo and new punk. In the short time they have been together they have played gigs across Somerset, playing with established artists such as Devil Sold His Soul and Midasuno along the way. Their reputation for filling out venues and impressive live show is growing from town to town, which is quite impressive for a band that have been together less then 10 months and doesn’t have a member over the age of 21.

Midnight Mango & Strings 'n' things Present on Thursday December 7th At The , Bridgwate Arts centrer. MARTIN SIMPSON ANDY CUTTING £12 in advance, £15 on the Door Strings 'n' Things, B/water Martian Records, Taunton Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:30pm WORKSHOP Martin will be hosting a workshop in the afternoon. To be held at The Great Escape, Bridgwater 3:30-5pm Please phone Strings ‘n’ Things for details on 01278 427489 Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/martinsimpson1 MARTIN SIMPSON Genre: Folk Web: www.martinsimpson.com Myspace: myspace.com/martinsimpson1 New Album: Kind Letters. (Topic) Press Release: Martin Simpson is one of the world's premiere acoustic guitarists, a powerful songwriter and fine singer. His playing, which in part defined the English steel string acoustic guitar sound, is idiosyncratic, instantly recognizable, and revered among guitar fans. His diverse body of work encompasses all types of traditional and acoustic music. His collaborations have included June Tabor and Jackson Browne. Martin Simpson won the MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR Award at the BBC Folk Awards in February 2004, having previously won BEST INSTRUMENTALIST and BEST ALBUM (for ‘The Bramble Briar’) at the BBC Folk Awards in 2001. His album ‘Righteousness and Humidity’ was a nominee for BEST ALBUM in 2004. He latest feature guests appearances on two tracks from leading Irish Traditional Group DANÚ (winners of BEST GROUP and BEST ORIGINAL SONG at the 2004 BBC Folk Awards). He has once again been nominated for A BBC Radio 2 Folk Award for ‘ Instrumentalist ‘ for 2006. For Nu-Routes, Martin will be working with Andy Cutting who has toured extensively around the world with the likes of Kate Rusby; Blowzabella, and has recorded with artists such as Sting and Chumbawamba. His musical influences and styles are far ranging for traditional French music to the music of Quebec, that of Scandinavia and Italy, as well as traditional English music. Through Nu-Routes both artists will be able to explore new styles of music that they have not previously been involved with, and will be able to expand their repertoires. ANDY CUTTING Genre: Folk Web: www.cutting-tweed.demon.co.uk Myspace: Press Release For Nu-Routes, Martin will be working with Andy Cutting who has toured extensively around the world with the likes of Kate Rusby; Blowzabella, and has recorded with artists such as Sting and Chumbawamba. His musical influences and styles are far ranging for traditional French music to the music of Quebec, that of Scandinavia and Italy, as well as traditional English music.

Midnight Mango Presents on Tuesday December 12th At The Tivoli , Wimborne. TOMMY EMMANUEL Plus Gareth Pearson £15 in advance, £17 on the Door The Tivoli Box Office Visa 01202 885566 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:00pm Posters & Flyers Link .myspace.com/tommyemmanuel1 TOMMY EMMANUEL (Favoured Nations Records) http://www.tommyemmanuel.com/ myspace.com/tommyemmanuel Press Release: Guitarist Tommy Emmanuel is a household name in his native homeland of Australia. His music and his life have become part of Australian legend. Through hard work and endless tours, he has earned a success unequalled by any instrumental artist ever in Australia. With 4 platinum & 3 gold albums and many awards, he sets the standard for others to emulate. 2000 was a landmark year for Tommy Emmanuel, from his appearance during the Closing Ceremonies of the Olympic Games in Sydney to his sold out Australian tour in August/September. His versatility has taken Tommy from international Jazz Festivals to special events at The Sydney Opera House, The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, performing for the King of Thailand and the Australian Prime Minister and going to remote areas in Peru and Africa to name a few. Tommy has toured and worked withSir George Martin, Stevie Wonder, Eric Clapton, Michael Bolton, Olivia Newton-John, Tina Arena, Bill Wyman, Chet Atkins, Jerry Reed, James Burton, John Denver, Albert Lee, Robben Ford, Larry Carlton, Dave Koz, Martin Taylor, Leo Kottke, Hank Marvin, Joe Walsh, Warren Hill, James Morrison, John Farnham, Roberta Flack, Randy Goodrum, David Hirshfelder and many more. Latest Album: Endless Road (Favoured Nations) Tommy Emmanuel "is unquestionably one of the most gifted artists of our time." Jim Ohlschmidt, Acoustic Guitar Magazine Tommy Emmanuel's "steel-string fretwork is technically dazzling and atmospheric." Rick Reger, Chicago Tribune Tommy Emmanuel is "the world's greatest flat picker." Jim McCaffrey, Main Line Life, PA "A guitar isn't always a guitar in [Tommy] Emmanuel's extraordinary hands." Mike Joyce, The Washington Post

Midnight Mango Presents on Tuesday December 13th At The Guildhall , Bath. TOMMY EMMANUEL Plus Gareth Pearson £15 in advance, £17 on the Door Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:00pm Posters & Flyers Link .myspace.com/tommyemmanuel1 TOMMY EMMANUEL (Favoured Nations Records) http://www.tommyemmanuel.com/ myspace.com/tommyemmanuel Press Release: Guitarist Tommy Emmanuel is a household name in his native homeland of Australia. His music and his life have become part of Australian legend. Through hard work and endless tours, he has earned a success unequalled by any instrumental artist ever in Australia. With 4 platinum & 3 gold albums and many awards, he sets the standard for others to emulate. 2000 was a landmark year for Tommy Emmanuel, from his appearance during the Closing Ceremonies of the Olympic Games in Sydney to his sold out Australian tour in August/September. His versatility has taken Tommy from international Jazz Festivals to special events at The Sydney Opera House, The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, performing for the King of Thailand and the Australian Prime Minister and going to remote areas in Peru and Africa to name a few. Tommy has toured and worked withSir George Martin, Stevie Wonder, Eric Clapton, Michael Bolton, Olivia Newton-John, Tina Arena, Bill Wyman, Chet Atkins, Jerry Reed, James Burton, John Denver, Albert Lee, Robben Ford, Larry Carlton, Dave Koz, Martin Taylor, Leo Kottke, Hank Marvin, Joe Walsh, Warren Hill, James Morrison, John Farnham, Roberta Flack, Randy Goodrum, David Hirshfelder and many more. Latest Album: Endless Road (Favoured Nations) Tommy Emmanuel "is unquestionably one of the most gifted artists of our time." Jim Ohlschmidt, Acoustic Guitar Magazine Tommy Emmanuel's "steel-string fretwork is technically dazzling and atmospheric." Rick Reger, Chicago Tribune Tommy Emmanuel is "the world's greatest flat picker." Jim McCaffrey, Main Line Life, PA "A guitar isn't always a guitar in [Tommy] Emmanuel's extraordinary hands." Mike Joyce, The Washington Post

 

Midnight Mango Presents on Thursday November 30th At The Palace , Bridgwater. GLENN TILBROOK BRIAN HOUSTON £13 in advance, £15 on the Door West Quay Records, B/water Martian Records, Taunton Tor Records, Glastonbury Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:30pm Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/glenntilbrook myspace.com/brianhouston GLEN TILBROOK Genre: Pop / New Wave / Indie Web: www.glenntilbrook.com Myspace: myspace.com/glenntilbrook New DVD: “One For The Road” Latest Album: “Transatlantic Ping Pong” Quixotic 2004 Press Release: When it comes to writing perfect three-and-a-half minute pop song, Tilbrook is a certified patent holder and member of that elite group that includes such tunesmiths as Lennon & McCartney, Ray Davies and Elvis Costello. As one half of the songwriting behind the beloved band Squeeze and now a successful solo artist, Tilbrook has perfected the art of pop song writing. From chestnuts like Up the Junction and Pulling Mussels (From the Shell) through stunning new tracks Untouchable and Ray and Me, he has amassed a veritable Sears Catalog of memorable songs. After the release of his solo debut, 2001's The Incomplete Glenn Tilbrook, he hit the road, making his bid to become the new hardest working man in show business. "The thing I love most about playing solo is finding I could talk to an audience rather than just saying 'This is' and 'That was' and Thank you very much,' which was probably about the extent of my communication before then," Tilbrook says. During spare moments, Tilbrook began to lay the groundwork for solo album number two, and as the title suggests, "Transatlantic Ping Pong", it came together on both sides of the pond. The recording was done in short bursts, he says. "The Nashville stuff was done in August, and the rest of the stuff I did in England in February. And then I took it back to my studio, and worked on it in Austin and New Orleans. I worked on it all over the place. I worked on it in my RV, in a field, in the middle of nowhere!" Tilbrook comments, "Live, I don't feel that I have to play the old songs; I want to play them. I want to dip into all parts of my career because I'm proud of it." Transatlantic Ping Pong is the latest chapter in a rich history that spans Squeeze's explosion out of the late 70's new wave movement to their continued presence on FM radio with staples such as Another Nail In My Heart, Tempted, Black Coffee in Bed and Hourglass. The Sun “Here’s a breath of fresh air. Rather than slapping together a few old videos and live performances for his music DVD, the Squeeze man has allowed those prying cameras into every aspect of his touring life.” Classic Rock “Forget Fear & Loathing and Easy Rider. This is inspired by what was perhaps possible the first British Road Movie, 1963’s Summer Holiday starring Cliff Richard and a double decker bus.” Record Collector “Tilbrook carries it off with boyish charm and the 18 songs can’t be faulted.” BRIAN HOUSTON Genre: Folk Rock / Indie / Acoustic Web: www.brianhouston.com Myspace: myspace.com/brianhouston Press Quotes: A great voice …… amazing songs…stunning title track. Classic Rock Society Sugar Queen is bristling with hope joy love and fabulous songs **** Mojo A writer of considerable warmth and wit Uncut *** Sugar Queen is an album filled with fantastic acoustic propelled songs – and excellent it is too! Acoustic Magazine August / September 2006 Another immaculate example of Houston's conversational pop songcraft! Belfast Telegraph. An Irish treasure waiting to happen….. * * * * Maverick Magazine July 2006

Midnight Mango Presents on Saturday December 2nd At The Labour Club, Bridgwater. TIJUANA THE FRANCOS THE BEDROOM PROJECT COMPLETELY FREE Except you gotta buy a £1 strip of RAFFLE TICKETS ‘cos we soooo want you to win a prize! … and it pays for the PA Doors Open 7:30pm Cheap Drink Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/tijuanablues myspace.com/thefrancos myspace.com/thebedroomproject TIJUANA (Glastonbury) Genre: Rock / Rap / Funk Web: www.tijuanarock.co.uk Myspace www.myspace.com/tijuanablues Press Release: Hailing from the spiritual haven that is Glastonbury, TIJUANA have come a long way over their 3 year career, and show no signs of stopping. The band have played at the legendary Glastonbury Festival, and packed out local venues, including the Glastonbury Town Hall and the Market House Inn, to name but a few… THE FRANCOS (Bristol) Genre: Pop / Rock / Pop Web: www.thefrancos.co.uk/ Myspace: myspace.com/thefrancos Press Release: Formed in Bristol in 2004, The Francos have quickly gone about building a strong & loyal fanbase. A huge run of gigs in 2005, including the sun-soaked Ashton Court festival, marked their arrival to the South West. The sound is frenzied, sparkling guitar-pop with an inescapable bop-along vibe. Cracking tunes stuffed with hook-laden riffs and sing-along choruses ensure everyone goes home whistling and humming... THE BEDROOM PROJECT (Plymouth) Genre: New Wave / Punk Web: www.thebedroomproject.com Myspace: myspace.com/thebedroomproject .formed in 2002.. we play off-the-wall-techno-groove-punk.. straight from a bedroom on the outskirts of the city.

Midnight Mango Presents on Thursday November 16th At The Palace , Bridgwater. THE BEAT 2 TONE RUDIES THE REAL SKA DEAL £10 in advance, £12 on the Door West Quay Records, B/water Martian Records, Taunton Tor Records, Glastonbury Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:30pm Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/thenewenglishbeat myspace.com/2tonerudies THE BEAT Genre: Ska Web: www.twistandcrawl.com Myspace: myspace.com/thenewenglishbeat Press Release: One tempestuous weekend in March 1979 was not only the date of the Three Mile Island nuclear incident, but also, in Birmingham, England, the very first show by nascent ska band The Beat. Introduced as "The hottest thing since the Pennsylvania meltdown", the next few years proved to be just as explosive explosive! The band cross over fluidly between soul, reggae, pop and punk, to created an infectious dance rhythm. Along with their Two Tone contemporaries The Specials, The Selecter, and Madness, The Beat became an overnight sensation and one of the most popular and influential bands of the British Ska movement The Beat scored hits with tunes that have now become so popular that it's hard to remember a time when they didn't exist, such as "Mirror in the Bathroom", "Save it for Later", "I Confess", "Stand Down Margaret", and their serene cover of Andy William's "Can't Get Used To Losing You". The six-member band initially consisted of Ranking Roger on vocals and toasting, first wave ska legend Saxa on saxophone, Dave Wakeling on vocals and guitar, Andy Cox on guitar, David Steele on bass, Everett Morton on drums, For five years The Beat toured relentlessly and released three studio albums: "I Just Can't Stop It", "Wh'appen", and "Special Beat Service". They toured the world with artists such as David Bowie, The Police, REM, The Clash, The Talking Heads, The Pretenders, and The Specials, to name but a few. Finally in 2001, Ranking Roger, Everett, Saxa and Neil Deathridge got together again along with Tony O’Donnell, Andy Pearson, Dave "Blockhead" Wright on keyboards and Roger’s son Murphy for the new The Beat lineup. 2 TONE RUDIES Genre: Rasta-Ska-Punk Web: www.2tonerudies.tk Myspace: myspace.com/2tonerudies Press Release: The 2 Tone Rudies are a 4 piece up-and-coming band from Bridgwater, Somerset, who play their own blend of foot tapping reggae-ska and some new punk. They have played gigs across Somerset. Their reputation for filling out venues is growing from town to town.

Midnight Mango Presents on Thursday November 23rd At The Palace , Bridgwater. DREADZONE CANCELLED DREADZONE Genre: Dub / Reggae / Electronica Web: www.dreadzone.com Myspace: myspace.com/dreaddzone Press Release: It is with deep sadness that we regret to announce the untimely death of Dreadzone guitarist Steve Roberts, brother of Dreadzone founder Greg Roberts. Those close to him are devastated and overcome with grief. Steve has been with the band for the last two years and is going to be greatly missed both personally and professionally. As you can imagine this will greatly affect the forthcoming tour and all future Dreadzone plans. We feel there is no alternative than to cancel all forthcoming Dreadzone Live dates.

 

Midnight Mango Presents on Saturday November 4th At The Labour Club, Bridgwater. KOALA ATTACK RED SMED KOLO COMPLETELY FREE Except you gotta buy a £1 strip of RAFFLE TICKETS ‘cos we soooo want you to win a prize! … and it pays for the PA Doors Open 7:30pm Cheap Drink Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/koalaattack myspace.com/redsmed007 myspace.com/koloband KOALA ATTACK Genre: Punk/Rock/Alternative Myspace: myspace.com/koalaattack Press Release: Punk rock quartet, Koala Attack, had been together in many variations before settling on the current monikor, but the intention has always been consistent: to make upbeat rock'n'roll with a nod to the Wildhearts, a wink to the likes of Jetplane Landing and Billy Talent, always with a tinge of straight-up hardcore punk. Fronted by Oli James (ex-Bus Station Loonies), the band have played many headline one-off shows and supports to bands including Million Dead and Three Colours Red, toured the UK, Ireland, Spain and The Czech Republic and self released their debut single 'Walk Away' earlier last year. RED SMED & THE HOT TROT SMASH THE SYSTEM BOOGIE BAND Genre: Anarcho Rock ‘n’ Roll! Web: .../bands/redsmed/redsmed.html Myspace: myspace.com/redsmed007 A 5,6 or 7 piece Communist or Anarchist rock n roll or ska band who play original or cover songs written by talented lead singer Brian 'too fat to rock' Smedley. or Jake Thackray. Formed after the storming of the Winter Palace in 1917 in Leningrad they went on to overthrow fascism in Europe and liberate the Third world from the yoke of American imperialism. Their main influences are The Sweet and Perry Como. KOLO (Exeter) Genre: Indie / Alternative / Rock Web: www.kolo-music.com Myspace: myspace.com/koloband Press Release: A set of storming live shows in the West Country, has earned Kolo a large local following and a well-earned reputation as an exciting live act. With the buzz surrounding the band and the ever growing fan base it can surely only be a matter of time before a record label sits up and take notice. Come along and hear this band before a label snatches them up.

Midnight Mango Presents on Thursday November 2nd At The Phoenix , Exeter. GRETCHEN PETERS JOHN LESTER !!!!! Golden Globe & Grammy Nominee !!!!! £13.50 in Advance Phoenix Box Office: 01392 667080 The Exeter Phoenix, Bradninch Place, Gandy Street, Exeter EX4 3LS www.exeterphoenix.org.uk Online: www.exetertickets.co.uk Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/gretchenpeters myspace.com/johnlestermusic GRETCHEN PETERS (Curb Records Ltd) Web: www.gretchenpeters.com Myspace: myspace.com/gretchenpeters Press Release: Gretchen Peters’ intelligent and introspective songs mark her out as one of Nashville’s best contemporary songwriters Her albums, The Secret of Life and Gretchen Peters are already considered two of contemporary music’s top critical picks. Gretchen’s music is for those who prefer lyrics that have the strength to generate an emotional response. Her songs do carry an extra punch, casually cutting through the human veneer and clawing at the overlooked realities skimming the surface. The record marketing machines driving the music industry today owe a lot to Gretchen Peters. She has sold millions of records over the past decade, covered by stars such as Faith Hill, Bonnie Raitt, Martina McBride, Etta James, The Neville Brothers, George Strait, Trisha Yearwood, Bryan Adams, Patty Loveless, Billy Ray Cyrus, Pam Tillis etc etc. Peters has won Grammy nominations for the heart-wrenching Patty Loveless hit, “You Don’t Even Know Who I Am,” as well as Martina McBride’s award-winning recording of “Independence Day”. In 2003, she was nominated for a Golden Globe award for her work on the Dreamworks animated film, “Spirit- Stallion of the Cimarron”, and the movie’s hit single by Bryan Adams, “Here I Am’. Gretchen’s latest releases include a studio CD is entitled, HALCYON and a live CD, TRIO. Better known as a supplier of songs to more famous artists (not least Independence Day for Martina McBride), Peters can more than hold her own as a singer-songwriter. THE GUARDIAN In Peters' music every tale is brave, unique, beautiful. TIME MAGAZINE Stepping out of the shadows to produce an epic evening… Reminiscent of both Dolly Parton and Emmylou Harris, yet maintaining a jazzy edge that sets [her] apart from standard C&W… it didn't take long before the audience were entranced. EDINBURGH REVIEW Like Gillian Welch, Lucinda Williams and the great Emmylou Harris, Gretchen Peters is a precocious talent. The tag for her work is alternative country but with a voice as haunting and controlled as this, she could sing anything put in front of her. Halcyon is jam-packed with gorgeous musical moments, particularly the beautiful Aviator's Song and If Heaven. For years Gretchen was the backroom girl for a number of more famous names, but with Halcyon she reveals the ability to go it alone any time she chooses. BELFAST TELEGRAPH Gretchen Peters knows how to knock a tune together - she's one of Nashville's most respected songwriters. [Latest Album] Halcyon should give Peters a following all her own. It's a masterly lesson in the art of effortless, fluid writing - with pared down arrangements and a lightness of touch that oozes confidence. A brave and beautiful collection. MANCHESTER ONLINE 'Halcyon' is stark but beautifully arranged, with the songs often being in possession of a cinematic feel. Indeed, on 'Museum' she sings of being Van Gogh and struggling to capture a vision. One true artist singing of another. HMV Described as "Nashville's best-kept secret," Gretchen Peters has written for Bryan Adams and Shania Twain. She strikes out as a powerful singer in her own right on this, her second album, evoking the romantic spirit of fellow American songwriters, from Bruce Springsteen to Lucinda Williams. DAILY MAIL JOHN LESTER Web: www.johnlestermusic.com Myspace: myspace.com/johnlestermusic John Lester is an artist on the rise. Since relocating to Europe from San Francisco in 2001, he has gained the recognition and appreciation of audiences and critics in the UK, The Netherlands, France, and Germany. "An extraordinarily talented double bass player with a richly evocative vocal and lyrics to match...a compelling performer if ever there was one.” THE TROUBADOR

Midnight Mango & National Marine Aquarium Present on Saturday October 28th At The National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth. JOHN TAMS & BARRY COUPE SUPPORT !!!!! BBC RADIO 2 FOLK AWARDS 2006 BEST SINGER BEST ALBUM BEST TRACK - BITTER !!!!! Rope Walk, Coxside, Plymouth, PL4 0LF Tel: 01752 600 30 Unreserved Seating & Standing Doors 7:30 £8 in Advance, £10 on the Door. Orange Plymouth Music Week Outlets Online www.ticketweb.co.uk JOHN TAMS & BARRY COOPE (Topic Records) Genre: Acoustic / Folk Web: http://www.johntams.co.uk Latest Album: “The Reckoning” Released Sep 2005 Press Release: Guitarist and singer John Tams and keyboard player and singer Barry Coope have worked together over many years. Tams, one of our most respected songwriters, was recently described in MOJO magazine as ‘one of the giants of folk.’ Coope is a member of celebrated acappella group Coope, Boyes and Simpson. In 2001 John won BBC Album of the Year and Song of the Year at the Radio 2 Folk Awards with his album “Unity” and his follow-up album “Home” was voted Album of the Year in What’s On in London. John and Barry bring a wealth of experience, innovation and tradition to their humorous and captivating performances. John’s new album The Reckoning was released in October and described by Mike Harding as ‘ absolutely superb and one of THE folk-happenings of the year.’ whilst broadcaster Bob Harris wrote ’I really like this album – I am a big fan of John’s work.’ At a star-studded ceremony in February 2006 John was honoured to win three BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards – Album of the Year, Traditional Song of the Year and the top accolade, Folk Singer of the Year. In additional John was nominated for Original Track of the Year and both he and Barry were thrilled to receive a nomination for Duo of the Year. John co-wrote the score for the Sharpe television series and was also series Music Editor of the acclaimed Radio Ballads 2006. MOJO ‘The unsung god of folk.’ ‘One of Britain’s’ ultimate songwriters.’ BOB HARRIS RADIO 2 ‘ … a wonderful album from one of our finest songwriters.’ WHATS ON IN LONDON John Tams and Barry Coope confound expectations: rich, diverse, contemporary and utterly compelling. It simply does not get any better than this. LIVING TRADITION ‘Stunning, simply stunning www.FOLKING .com ‘The crowd was mesmerised by their performance.’ SUPPORT (Plymouth) Genre: Folk Myspace: Press Release: Organised by Plymouth Folk Festival

Midnight Mango & Advance Promotions Present on Thursday October 26th At The Palacee, Bridgwater. BRING ME THE HORIZON ABIGAIL WILLIAMS PENKNIFELOVELIFE AORTA !!!!! Best British Newcomer !!!!! £6.50 in advance, £8 on the Door West Quay Records, B/water Martian Records, Taunton Tor Records, Glastonbury Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.ticketweb.co.uk Doors 7:30pm Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/bmth myspace.com/abigailwilliams myspace.com/penknifelovelife myspace.com/thisisaorta BRING ME THE HORIZON (Visible Noise) Genre: Metal / Hardcore / Thrash Web: www.bringmethehorizon.co.uk Myspace: www.myspace.com/bmth Press Release: A more exciting, dedicated and gorgeous band you will rarely come across…… Then they played shows……and kids moshed……and they kept playing shows……and kids kept moshing…… Bring Me the Horizon are five very young British lads with a penchant for the heavy., Their astonishingly good debut mini album set for re-release on Visible Noise on the 30th January, ‘This is What the Edge of Your Seat Was Made For’, is essentially an 18 minute, mid nineties breakdown; four tracks of intense raging chugging and squealing, stop/starting and severe ‘core riffing. Nary a second hand euro thrash riff to be found, nary a melodic sung chorus, all things about this genre that irritate are devoid (well save for ball splitingly tight pants and backwards hair-cuts). The band have toured with The Red Chord and played with bands such as Aiden and Bleeding Through, only stoking the fire of demand and interest in this astounding group. BMTH’s followers are devout, intense and VAST. Already, the band have had over 400,000 plays on the worlds biggest hardcore download site (www.hxcmp3.com), not to mention being in the top 100 played UK acts on MySpace (them and Coldplay were the only UK acts in the top 100!!!). They even have their own tribute band!!!! ‘Britains most explosive new band’ Kerrang June 06 ‘(BMTH) Have got ‘’NEXT BIG THING’ written all over their good looking faces. Go see them YESTERDAY!’ - Rock Sound 9/10 ‘These lads have the musical chops of those double their age, and make good use of them’ - Big Cheese 5/5 ‘It's all gut-splitting rage and enthusiastic guitar mangling from the word go. Fuggin' quality then, Buy it and bleed your ears dry’. – Drowned in Sound 4/5 ‘Super heavy, super talented, super charismatic, Bring me the Horizon are destined for noisy greatness’ Metal Hammer 9/10 live review Nov 05 ABIGAIL WILLIAMS (Candlelight Records) Genre: Death Metal / Black Metal / Death Metal Web: www.abigailwilliams.net Myspace: myspace.com/abigailwilliams Press Release: Abigail Williams is an extreme metal band from Arizona, and proof that the best metal doesn't always come from the coldest places Candlelight records were waiting, a multi-album, worldwide deal was signed. PENKNIFELOVELIFE (Small Town Records) Genre: Post Hardcore / Screamo / Rock Myspace: myspace.com/penknifelovelife Press Release: With thousands upon thousands of myspace plays, 2 headline U.K tours under their belts and a pretty much sold out E.P, Penknifelovelife are one of the best bands on the UK hxc scene at the minute. AORTA Genre: Black Metal / Hardcore Web: www.myspace.com/thisisaorta Myspace: /thisisaorta Press Release: Aorta formed in December 2005 looking to bring something different to the local music scene. This difference was a heavier sounding metal band. Aorta are looking to broaden their horizons and keep going forward.

 

Midnight Mango Presents on Saturday October 21st At The Phoenix , Exeter. INFADELS A HUMAN KOLO DEISEL-U WINNER £8.50 in Advance £10 on the door Phoenix Box Office: 01392 667080 The Exeter Phoenix, Bradninch Place, Gandy Street, Exeter EX4 3LS www.exeterphoenix.org.uk SeeTickets Hotline: 0871 2200260 Online: www.seetickets.com Online: www.wegottickets.com Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/infadels myspace.com/theahuman myspace.com/koloband myspace.com/64468863 INFADELS (Wall Of Sound) Web: www.infadels.co.uk Myspace: myspace.com/infadels Genre: New Wave/Electroclash Current Album: “We Are Not the Infadels” New Single: “Girl That Speaks No Words” Released 25th Sep 2006 New DVD: “We Are Not the Infadels: Live” Released 9th October 2006 Press Release: Critically acclaimed Infadels come back to the South west during their Autumn Headlining tour playing at the Exeter Phoenix Centre. The 21st October will see the East London Electro Lads bellow out their catchy tunes off their album, like energised tunes such as “Cant Get Enough” and “Love Like Semtex” both were singles pumped full of adrenaline earlier this year, while “Give Yourself To Me” was used in 3 Mobiles advertisements. Infadels have spent over 2 years building up an unshakable reputation as one of the most hard working and exciting live acts to come out of the U.K. for years. After winning the Best Electronic Act at the Diesel-U-Music Awards in 2004 Infadels have been championed by DJ’s such as Eddie Temple Morris and Steve Lamacq and most importantly the late John Peel. Infadels opened Glastonbury Festival 2005 on the newly named John Peel stage. Having since toured with Chemical Brothers, Faithless, Hard-Fi and The Prodigy, the band have toured since January 2006 headlining their own UK tour, before spanning the breadth of Europe to bring Electro to the masses and then back into Familiar Festival territory, before heading off once more on an Autumn UK tour. Infadels debut album, “We are not the Infadels” produced by Jagz Kooner hitting the charts earlier this year, look out for new single “Girl Who Speaks No Words” in September, Infadels shift Indie Rock up into another gear with an unexpectedly richly textured and diverse collection of songs proving once and for all that they are the hardest working band in rock. A 100% certain guarantee to take the roof off any given party! ‘The kind of band that'll change lives - the energy of the Prodigy with the production savvy of the Chemical Brothers, this is Wall of Sound’s greatest signing, and that's saying something’ Eddie Temple Morris XFM ‘Discovering the Infadels is like trading a secret kiss, exciting and exhilarating they’re part of what British music has been in need for a long time – a sense of fun without the ridiculous slap in your face irony’ FLUX MAGAZINE ‘sexier than The Streets, funkier than Dizzee Rascal, as angular as The Rapture and a damn sight more relevant than Audio Bullys’ LOGO MAGAZINE ‘Energetic electro-rock fusion with a punk sensibility. Gets better with every listen and deserves to be a smash’ MUSIC WEEK A HUMAN (PIAS/Wall of Sound) Genre: Electronica / Rock / Alternative Myspace: myspace.com/theahuman Web: www.theahman.co.uk Press Release: A Human is a three piece band from London, playing electro/dance influenced rock and roll, yet the bands sound lies out of the realms of “it” bands with their depth and aptitude. Newly signed to PIAS/Wall Of Sound they will surely follow the footsteps of Royksopp and Infadels to become underground superstars. KOLO (Local Support) Genre: Indie / Alternative / Rock Myspace: myspace.com/koloband Web: www.kolo-music.com Press Release: A set of storming live shows in the West Country, has earned Kolo a large local following and a well-earned reputation as an exciting live act. With the buzz surrounding the band and the ever growing fan base it can surely only be a matter of time before a record label sits up and take notice. Come along and hear this band before a label snatches them up. MEKON (PIAS/Wall of Sound) Genre: Electro / Club Myspace: myspace.com/64468863 Web: www.somethingcameup.co.uk Press Release The original Wall of Sound signing Mekon returns with his third studio album “Something Came Up” this July 17th on PIAS/Wall of Sound. This time the former Member of Psychic TV and Agent Provocateur; Mekon (aka John Gosling), has collaborated with some of the more eccentric names in modern music such as Afrika Bambaata, Marc Almond and Kevin Mooney from Adam & the Ants

Midnight Mango Presents on Friday October 20th At The Arts Centre, Bridgwater. KATHRYN WILLIAMS TOBIAS FROBERG MERCURY AWARD NOMINEE £15 in advance, £17 on the Door West Quay Records, B/water Martian Records, Taunton Tor Records, Glastonbury Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:30pm Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/kathrynwilliams myspace.com/tobiasfroberg KATHRYN WILLIAMS (Caw Records) Genre: Acoustic / Folk / Alternative Web: http://www.kathrynwilliams.net Myspace: myspace.com/kathrynwilliams New Album: “Leave to Remain” Released October 2nd 2006 Press Release: Kathryn Williams is one of the UK's most acclaimed singer-songwriters. having been nominated for the Mercury Music Prize a few years ago, each of Kathryn’s albums have been received with ever more glowing accolades in the press. admired by the likes of Norah Jones and Dido, Kathryn continues to gather fans with each new release and concert. Rather than be compromised by the demands of major-labels, the independently minded Liverpudlian puts her records out on her own label, Caw Records. Her sixth album, "Leave To Remain", is released on October 2nd, and Kathryn is once again touring the country with her tightly knit group of musicians. Disarmingly modest and self-effacing in front of an audience, a Kathryn Williams concert is always an event to remember: a crystal clear voice with the sparse accompaniment of cello, piano, guitar and occasional percussion, creatively used. "A glittering talent" - INDEPENDENT "A uniquely personal touch "- MOJO "She has taste to match her talent" -INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY "She should be paid a million pounds a year to never stop singing "- THE TIMES TOBIAS FROBERG (Poptones Records) Genre: Alternative / Folk / Rock Web: http://www.tobiasfroberg.com/ Myspace: myspace.com/tobiasfroberg New Album: “Somewhere In The City” Released Sep 4th 2006 Press Release: The first album, “For Elisabeth Wherever She Is” was released in 2004, and was nominated for album of the year at the Swedish Indie Grammies. Now, in 2006, Tobias has finished his second one, called "Somewhere in the city". Tobias has signed this new album to the UK label Poptones Records, run by the legendary music guru Alan McGee, the man who discovered and signed Oasis and Primal Scream amongst others and put The Hives career on track. The agreement was made via Tobias's label Fire Egg Recordings and is for the UK, France, Holland, Belgium, Spain and Portugal. Alan McGee said last week: "He's the next Scandinavian Superstar". Tobias's track "When the night turns cold" from the new album is already being used in the pan-European TV ad for Panasonic Lumix cameras. Tobias is already signed to Scandinavian indie Playground for Scandinavia and Baltic states and to Cheap Lullaby for the US, where the track has already been played last week by influential Radio station WXPN.

Midnight Mango Presents on Wednesday October 18th At The Palace , Bridgwater. STIFF LITTLE FINGERS GOLDBLADE THE REAL PUNK DEAL £15 in advance, £17.50 on the Door West Quay Records, B/water Martian Records, Taunton Tor Records, Glastonbury Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:30pm Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/stifflittlefingers1977 myspace.com/goldblade STIFF LITTLE FINGERS Genre: Punk Web: www.slf.com Myspace: /stifflittlefingers1977 Press Release: Stiff Little Fingers are a punk band, originally based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, formed in 1977. They started out as a schoolboy band called Highway Star, doing rock covers, until they discovered punk. They split up after six years, and four albums, although they subsequently reformed five years later, in 1987. Despite massive personnel changes, they are still touring and recording as of 2006. Jake Burns, their lead singer, is the only member to have been with the band during all its incarnations, although in March 2006, original bass guitarist Ali McMordie rejoined them following the departure of Bruce Foxton after fifteen years. GOLDBLADE Genre: Melodic Grunge/Punk Web: www.goldblade.com Myspace: myspace.com/goldblade Press Release:1994, Manchester, England: Since the demise of his seminal alt-rock outfit Membranes after ten years and four albums, John Robb had continued his music journalism and moved into TV presenting. Nothing, though, could replace the primal adrenaline rush of rock and roll, and so when he met up with percussionist Wayne Simmonds at a local gym, the pair realised they shared a mutual passion for martial arts and punk rock, and knew that they had to form the definitive rock and roll outfit...

Midnight Mango Presents on Saturday October 7th At The Labour Club, Bridgwater. THE BOLSHEVIKS WRECKING SEASON ADAM & BEN COMPLETELY FREE Except you gotta buy a £1 strip of RAFFLE TICKETS ‘cos we soooo want you to win a prize! … and it pays for the PA Doors Open 7:30pm Cheap Drink Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/bolsheviksuk myspace.com/wreckingseason myspace.com/adamandben THE BOLSHEVIKS Genre: Punk/Rock/Alternative Web: www.bolsheviks.moonfruit.com/ Myspace: myspace.com/bolsheviksuk Press Release: The Bolshevik revolution is starting to happen. The Bristol band has got national and international distribution for their brand new album 'Nuclear Dogs'. Their label, Cult Jam Records, describes them as 'The Stranglers at their very best clashing a Kaiser Chiefs lashed-up rocking beat'. Bristol punk fans will recognise some of the members of The Bolsheviks from other bands, notably Misdemeanour (who toured with U2 and The Boomtown Rats and were managed by U2's road manager), The Rout Incorporated and Lux. Frontman Paul Lux is a must to watch, with his crazy stunts and unpredictable behaviour, you never quite know what to expect. The Bolsheviks have been on the scene for quite some time now and have played with The Damned, The UK Subs, The Anti-Nowhwere League, PFS to name but a few. WRECKING SEASON Genre: Alternative Rock/Punk Web: www.wreckingseason.co.uk Myspace: myspace.com/wreckingseason Wrecking Season are an alternative rock band from Taunton. Producing an eclectic mix of musical ideas in one diverse and seemingly impossible package, Wrecking Season deliver a short, sharp shock to the senses. The Band were formed in 2005. With a full set of their own songs written and a demo recorded (Dark Days in March) Wrecking Season are looking to promote themselves far and wide. ADAM & BEN Genre: Rock Myspace myspace.com/adamandben Press Release: Only recentely coming together as a band, but all playing in succesful other local bands Adam and Ben are a four piece outfit who bring together a love of music and the places it can take you. With a lot of praise after only a short time together and original material to back them up these boys are something you need to see!

 

Midnight Mango Presents on Thursday September 14th At The Palace , Bridgwater. GET AMPED DURBAN POISON AORTA £5 in advance, £6 on the Door West Quay Records, B/water Martian Records, Taunton Tor Records, Glastonbury Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:30pm Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/getamped myspaces/durbanpoisonuk myspace.com/thisisaorta GET AMPED Genre: Rock / Pop Punk / Emo Web: www.getamped.co.uk Myspace: myspace.com/getamped Press Release:The band’s story is DIY in a punk rock sense. Raised and formed in the south coastal county of Dorset, Tim and his brother Rick have been writing songs together since they were – count ‘em - three years old. Later when Tim went to university in Bordeaux to study French and Rick journeyed to Cambridge, the two continued writing songs together, sending email files of music, lyrics and ideas to one another. They sent a demo tape to a local battle of the bands competition and were immediately selected for the regional final. From this point, everything started going right; tipped as “serious challengers to the American Super league punk bands” (City Life) getAmped were voted No.2 in the BBC Radio One unsigned chart and this was followed by glowing reviews amongst the credible press world; “undeniably promising talent” (Big Cheese) “Very talented…I love this band and predict big things for them’” (Total Rock). Since then getAmped, all keen surfers, have been the first European band to sign an endorsement deal with the Rip Curl clothing organisation and have seen their songs used on American surf and skateboard DVDs. DURBAN POISON Genre: Melodic Grunge/Punk Web: www.durbanpoison.co.uk Myspace: /durbanpoisonuk Press Release: Formed in July 2004, Durban Poison are a young energetic rock band with instant appeal and highly infectious tunes. AORTA Genre: Black Metal / Hardcore Web: www.myspace.com/thisisaorta Myspace: /thisisaorta Press Release: Aorta formed in December 2005 looking to bring something different to the local music scene. This difference was a heavier sounding metal band. Aorta are looking to broaden their horizons and keep going forward.

Midnight Mango & Strings 'n' Things Present on Saturday September 9th At The Arts Centre, Bridgwater. CLIVE CARROLL JOHNNY DICKENSON £12 in advance, £15 on the Door West Quay Records, B/water Martian Records, Taunton Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:30pm Posters & Flyers Link CLIVE CARROLL Genre: Acoustic Guitar Web: www.clivecarroll.co.uk/ New Album: The Red Guitar. (Harmonium) Press Release: In 1999 Clive was given his first record deal by Celtic label, 'Old Bridge Music'. His first solo CD, Sixth Sense received an unusually high level of attention from radio shows, reviewers and journalists and has since been described as 'a milestone in the journey of the steel-string guitar'. In 2002 the BMG/RCA record label took an interest in Clive. He recorded solo for them on one album, which is still selling very well. "His long awaited 2nd solo album, The Red Guitar was released on 25 Nov 2004 and contains eleven original pieces as well as works by Gilbert Biberian & Wayne Shorter." Xavier Russell New Album "The Red Guitar" "Clive is an acoustic fingerpicker with a beautifully clean technique and the ability to draw you into his music with astonishing ease. Listen and be amazed. 5 Stars" Guitar Techniques Magazine May 2005 "Ace young guitarist Clive returns to recording at last after an all-too-long four years away from the studio. The Red Guitar is that comparative rarity - an instrumental album par excellence that can be appreciated by fellow-guitarists and us mere mortals alike! Guitar music doesn't often get right to one's emotions, but I find Clive's playing gets deep to mine. Suffice it to say, this is a superb CD." Netrhythms JOHNNY DICKINSON Genre: Acoustic Guitar Web: www.johnnydickinson.com/ New Album: Sketches from the Road. (Hard Road) Press Release: Johnny Dickenson is currently busy promoting third CD release, Sketches from the Road, and has recently been an integral part of the much talked about 'Northumbrian Anthology' project, releasing an acclaimed album "Border Ballads" as a commission for the project. 2004 also saw him working and touring alongside other great Artists: Tommy Emmanuel, Jan Akkerman, John Martyn, Jerry Donahue and Kelly Joe Phelps. In Autumn 2005 it was announced that Johnny has been nominated as 'Best Musician' in the 2006 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards! Press Reviews for "The Red Guitar" "The Most Potent Slide Player in the UK" Xavier Russell "I'd go a long way to listen to Johnny Dickinson. You hear a lot of good influences in his music but the result is something special. For me his playing really hits the spot." John Renbourn "Johnny is a soulful player, singer, and a damn good writer! Don´t miss him!" Tommy Emmanuel

Midnight Mango Presents on Saturday Sep 2nd At The Labour Club, Bridgwater. DIRTY AIRLINES NIXON & THE BURN SHE SAID SHIT COMPLETELY FREE Except you gotta buy a £1 strip of RAFFLE TICKETS ‘cos we soooo want you to win a prize! … and it pays for the PA Doors Open 7:30pm Cheap Drink Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/thedirtyairlines myspace.com/nixonandtheburn myspace.com/ DIRTY AIRLINES (Czech) Genre: Emo Grunge Rock Web: www.dirtyairlines.com/ Myspace: myspace.com/thedirtyairlines Press Release: The band was formed in Prague in october 2004, influenced by both US guitar/hc scene (mostly by Fugazi, Dinosaur Jr., Sebadoh, Sonic Youth,Soundgarden, Nirvana) and British shoegazers scene ( Jesus and mary Chain, Swervedriver, Ride). Guys have played out about 50 gigs, released an album called Your Time For Revolution on an indie label "The Outlaws From The Sky Records", made a video for "Inside of Me"... and just now they're making new songs and preparing for "summer festival ride":)) NIXON & THE BURN (Langport) Genre: Alternative Rock Indi Web: www.nixonandtheburn.com Myspace myspace.com/nixonandtheburn Press Release: Nixon and The Bunr started in September 2004. Powerhouse-drummer Fergus Gordon completed the line-up, and they set about preaching to the perverted with their stark, yearning melodies and dark, existential lyrics. Lazy journalism would have them labelled The New Muse. Id prefer to liken them to a shot-gun wedding between the White Stripes and the Pixies. Nixon and The Burn are now poised to unleash their latest release The English Disease. Innoculation is useless. 12 howls from the pavement pulpit. They are your tarmac priesthood you are their junkie congregation. Leave your sacrifice at their reliably bloody altar.... SHE SAID SHIT (Bridgwater) Genre: Punk Web: Dunno Myspace: Dunno Press Release: Straight up Oi girl punk.

Midnight Mango Presents on Wednesday August 9th At The Palace , Bridgwater. THE DAMNED LOVE MINUS ZERO £13 in advance, £15 on the Door West Quay Records, B/water Martian Records, Taunton Tor Records, Glastonbury Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:30pm Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/damnedfanclub myspace.com/loveminuszerouk THE DAMNED Web: www.thedamned.com Myspace: myspace.com/damnedfanclub Genre: Punk Press Release: Ever fluid, The Damned swiveled into the new century with their trademark dark vocals, poppy melodies and scintillating guitar sounds intact. But, as always, they've managed to bring the best of the new into the mix--they are no dinosaurs of punk's heyday. Without missing a b eat, they've remained current, even innovative--always a little ahead of their time. As relevant now as in 1976, The Damned continue to bring new sounds to the stage and studio. Since the release of their debut album, Damned, Damned, Damned in 1977, THE DAMNED have epitomized the genre of British punk rock with their catalogue of unique records and notorious live shows. They introduced America to UK punk for the first time with their ground breaking US tour in 1977, instantly earning them a firm spot in a short list of innovators. LOVE MINUS ZERO Genre: Rock/New Wave/Blues myspace.com/loveminuszerouk Press Release: New bluesy rock band born of London and born of the Only Ones lead singer Pete Perret… his two sons formed Love Minus Zero after their stint in Pete Doherty’s Babyshambles came to it’s drug fuelled line up change… Recent sell out shows in Glastonbury have established a fan base in the West Country, we checked them out, and they are well worth the sensational column inches they’ve already achieved.

 

Midnight Mango Presents on Saturday August 5th At The Labour Club, Bridgwater. TIJUANA THE NATURALS RED SMED & THE HOT TROT SMASH THESYSTEM BOOGIE BAND COMPLETELY FREE THE EX-PRESIDENTS COULDN'T PLAY THIS SHOW... Except you gotta buy a £1 strip of RAFFLE TICKETS ‘cos we soooo want you to win a prize! … and it pays for the PA Doors Open 7:30pm Cheap Drink Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/thexpresidents myspace.com/tijuanablues myspace.com/naturalsmusic X-PRESIDENTS (Bridgwater) Genre: Rock Myspace: myspace.com/thexpresidents Press Release: Midnight Mango don’t do covers bands… except this one… With sleazy rock-out songs and driving funky bass-lines they do the business. It’s exciting, it’s energetic and frankly it’s fun! They said “Our first gig at the Labour Club, Bridgwater proved we'd got it right when the whole audience got up and danced like a bunch of crazies. It was great to see all those grinning dancing maniacs singing along with us and having themselves a good time.” TIJUANA (Glastonbury) Genre: Rock / Rap / Funk Web: www.tijanarock.co.uk Myspace myspace.com/tijuanablues Press Release: Hailing from the spiritual haven that is Glastonbury, TIJUANA have come a long way over their 3 year career, and show no signs of stopping. The band have played at the legendary Glastonbury Festival, and packed out local venues, including the Glastonbury Town Hall and the Market House Inn, to name but a few… THE NATURALS (Bristol) Genre: Indie Alternative Rock Web: www.thenaturals.tk Myspace: myspace.com/naturalsmusic Press Release: Hailing from the magical land of Bristol, The Naturals (Rob, Ky, Harry And Felix) are just another young band playing that awful, loud and un-friendly noise that is good... Formed in the summer of 2004, playing out of tune guitars and a drum kit from the time of Jesus, Harry, Rob and Ky (they hadn't met the greatness of Felix at that time) were writing very basic songs. After agreeing a bassist was a little bit needed, they found Felix… they got more and more recognition on the local Bristol scene and recorded their debut EP “Robot” and have recorded an album (when it will be released however is another matter entirely) What I'm getting at is this: The Naturals focus on playing music that they would enjoy hearing. They only hope that you enjoy hearing it too. 'They're amazing!'

Midnight Mango Presents on Thursday July 27th At The Palace , Bridgwater. 3 dbs DOWN Plus RANDOM HAND SIX POINT FIVE 2 TONE RUDIES £5 in advance, £6 on the Door West Quay Records, B/water Martian Records, Taunton Tor Records, Glastonbury Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:30pm Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/3dbsdown myspace.com/randomhand myspace.com/sixpointfive myspace.com/2tonerudies 3 DBS DOWN Genre: Punk Rock Ska Web: www.3dbsdown.co.uk Myspace: myspace.com/3dbsdown Press Release: Punk/rock/ska sound with some serious twists. 3 dbs Down have a three pronged vocal attack, wild skanking drive and beautiful pop harmonies. This results in catchy energetic tunes that carry a darker and metallic edge. 3dBs Down released their second album, Can of Worms, in June 2005 Album: Can of Worms (On the Road Records) "quick-stepping rhythms, buzzsaw riffs and whopping great hooks... a very promising debut" - 4/5 (KKKK) Kerrang! "Kent punks get ready to take over the world" - 4/5 Big Cheese Magazine "3dBs Down demand and deserve your attention " - 4/5 Punktastic.com 6/10 Rock Sound Magazine 10/10 - DowninSound.com RANDOM HAND Genre: Ska Metal Reggae Web: www.randomhand.co.uk/ Myspace: myspace.com/randomhand Press Release: The four-piece consists of lead vocalist and trombonist, backed up vocally and musically by thunderous guitars and driving drums to create a sound that will blow you away. The Random Hand sound ranges heavy political skacore to Eastern European ska/punk. Describing Random Hand has brought comparisons of King Prawn fronting The Specials or a Capdown meet System Of A Down but I think Ben Punktastic says it best with right now they dont sound like anyone else "A genuinely fantastic live band." Punktastic SIX POINT FIVE Genre: Ska Punk Web: www.sixpointfive.co.uk Myspace: myspace.com/sixpointfive Press Release: Formed in August 2003, Six.Point.Five is a talented 7-piece from Buckinghamshire who can really play their instruments. Can you remember the last time you heard a storming brass section and dual guitars overlaying a top notch rhythm engine? These guys stick influences from Metal, Punk, Ska, Jazz and Funk into the melting pot to derive an incredibly strong identity of their own. 2 TONE RUDIES Genre: Rasta-Ska-Punk Web: www.2tonerudies.tk Myspace: myspace.com/2tonerudies Press Release: The 2 Tone Rudies are a 4 piece up-and-coming band from Bridgwater, Somerset, who play their own blend of foot tapping reggae-ska and some new punk. They have played gigs across Somerset. Their reputation for filling out venues is growing from town to town.

Midnight Mango & PMP Present on Thursday July 13th At The Palace , Bridgwater. FANDANGLE THE FALLOUT THEORY 9 MONTHS WAITING EVERYTHING WE LEFT BEHIND £5 in advance, £6 on the Door West Quay Records, B/water Martian Records, Taunton Tor Records, Glastonbury Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:30pm Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/fandangle myspace.com/thefallouttheory myspace.com/9monthswaiting myspace.com/everythingweleftbehind FANDANGLE Genre: Ska Punk Web: www.fandangle.moonfruit.com Myspace: myspace.com/fandangle Press Release: Fandangle are an American fronted 7 piece ska punk/core mob hailing from the southern county of Surrey. Fandangle defy classification, some people have described them as 'Less Than Jake with more of an edge' and others have said they are more 'like MxPx with brass and catchier melodies'. Breaking into the London scene they scored numerous supports slots at high profile venues for bands such as Reel Big Fish, Capdown, The Selecter, and many more. Fandangle will be coming to Bridgwater as part of their massive summer tour which features over 50 dates all across the country!!! THE FALLOUT THEORY Genre: Pop Punk Emo Punk Web: http://www.thefallouttheory.com Myspace: myspace.com/thefallouttheory Press Release: This four-piece emo/pop punk band might just be good enough to rival the amazing music of Fandangle. Here,s some of the reviews they have received: It's a racy, exuberant affair full of joyous guitar hooks and bold statement- Kerrang! The Fallout Theory can make it on a national level Punktastic The Fallout Theory are kind enough to proffer some excellent tunes. -Rock Sound 7/10 Excellent songs, Fans of Taking Back Sunday and early Brand New will love it. -Big Cheese 9 MONTHS WAITING Genre: Power Pop, Punk Rock Web: www.9monthswaiting.co.uk Myspace: myspace.com/9monthswaiting Press Release: 9 Months Waiting have played hundreds of shows around the south including Cities such as London, Brighton, Newport, Guilford, Southampton, Winchester, Camberley, Swindon, Alton, Derby, Portsmouth and a 2 week tour round Holland and Germany playing alongside bands such as Hondo Maclean, The Blackout, Days in December, Dopamine, The Hint, Captain Everything, The Maple State, The Mercury League, Second Monday and many more! EVERYTHING WE LEFT BEHIND Genre: Pop Punk, Punk Rock Web: http://www.ewlb.co.uk/ Myspace: myspace.com/everythingweleftbehind Press Release: Amazing three piece pop/punk band heavily influenced by the likes of blink 182, these guys are literally exploding in the local music scene. "Parachuting off a Cliff", is their debut e.p.

Midnight Mango Presents on Saturday July 8th At The Labour Club , Bridgwater. CITRUSBOY THE JELLYFISH INCIDENT SKA-CHASM FREE SHOW Posters & Flyers Link

 

Midnight Mango Presents on Thursday June 29th At The Palace , Bridgwater. JESSE JAMES Plus TIJUANA SHOOT THE MOON £5 in advance, £7 on the Door West Quay Records, B/water Martian Records, Taunton Tor Records, Glastonbury Visa 0871 2200260 Online www.seetickets.com Online www.wegottickets.com Doors 7:30pm Posters & Flyers Link myspace.com/jessejames www.myspace.com/tijuanablues myspace.com/shootmoon JESSE JAMES Web: www.jessejames.co.uk Myspace: myspace.com/jessejames Genre:Punk, Rock New Single: "Everything" (Deck Cheese) 10-04-06 New Album: "The Assassination of" (Deck Cheese) 08-05-06 Press Release: London based horn driven rock/punk/soul band, They have supported the Pogues, Suicide Machines, lit, alkaline trio, Bowling for Soup, Lightyear & Save Ferris amongst others. In 2002 they played both the Fleadh and carling weekend festivals. Recorded sessions for bbc radio 1 and play-listed by xfm. Now signed to Deck Cheese Records. Press Reviews: "Jesse James are easily one of this country's best ska-punk bands. This fourth album (The Assassination off) is a well executed affair of great choruses and infectious energy." Rocksound "Tracks of swinging trumpety music that gets you going" punkoiuk.co.uk "As Jesse James plunge into another impressively vibrant slice of get up and dance rock they exude the kind of professional sheen which beggars belief" KKKK Kerrang! TIJUANA Genre: Rock / Rap / Funk Web: www.tijanarock.co.uk Myspace www.myspace.com/tijuanablues Press Release: Hailing from the s