• Twisted Tales

  "We are a new wierd bluesyrock/metal with a hint of spanish band in the Welshpool/Newtown/Llanidloes area in Powys, Mid Wales."

  Twisted Tales MySpace

• Moro Sky

  Alternative rock 4 piece from Mid wales. Their tracks range from the soft and melodic, with chiming guitars and shimmering reverbs, to a rock influenced, distorted and more aggressive sound.

  Moro Sky MySpace

• Midas

  Midas, are a Stourbridge based quintet emerging from a resurgent Midlands scene who deliver songs of passion, intensity and energy. Combining powerful guitars, electro stabs and tight rhythms.

  Midas MySpace

• Dread Giveaways

  “Scrape is kicking my ass and blownin my hair back! I'm drowning in Dread and I love it!!!” - Cheers, Randy psychedelic velveeta

  Dread Giveaways MySpace

• Kadesha Affrica Drija

  I'm a 15 year old singer/songwriter.. just traveling through life with my guitar singing tunes!

  Kadesha Affrica Drija MySpace

• The Physicists

  Formed in 2004, The Physicists are known for their energy - fuelled live performances and never fail to blow unsuspecting audiences clean away withtheir angry, shouty high-velocity old-school punk.

  The Physicists MySpace

• The Ride

  A four piece funk rock jam band that started out in autumn 2005. Now with over 20 original songs and gig experience under the belt such as opening on the main stage of sheep music in 2007.

  The Ride MySpace

• Hub

  Hub formed in Leeds in early 2006 and since then have wowed audiences with their sweeping, ethereal, atmospheric music which brings to mind Sigur Ros, Elbow, Muse and Mogwai.

  Hub MySpace

• Cynical Pinnacle

  ska/funk/dub mentalness. Want to lay an egg? I do! have you heard this?

  Cynical Pinnacle MySpace

• Callebra

  Combining razor-sharp riffs and melodic vocal runs with a pounding bassline and incredible drumbeats, Callebra bring a certain epic sense to their bluesy rock which is completely unique.

  Callebra MySpace

• Fulibulbus

  A mad Mash up of ska/rave/rap/rock n roll, Fulibulbus have been inciting parties and dancing throughout the lands since 2004. 'This band will be BIG!' - Manchester Music

  Fulibulbus MySpace

• 24/7

  24/7 are a young punk/ska band from Mid-Wales. Their energetic music gets crowds pumping every time.

  24/7 MySpace

• Freaky Fortnight

  Described as 'Celebral witty and chaotic', Freaky Fortight are a 3 piece psychedelic love punk from the South Wales Valleys. The band's recently recorded album Luna Love is available now!

  Freaky Fortnight MySpace

• Ed and Luke

  Ed and Luke are a briliant rootsy duo performing a wide range of songs from US in the 40s/50s to both US and UK in 60s/70s.

  Ed And Luke MySpace

• The Monotones

  The Monotones first formed hoping to revive the two tone sound but have since moved on to discover thier own unique style of brass driven indie ska.

  The Monotones MySpace

• The Pantomimes

  Formed in Shrewsbury in 2006, after previous band The Narwhals disbanded, The Pantomimes quickly developed an acoustic, folky sound that also drew on the punk aesthetics of The Libertines and its offshoot groups.

  The Pantomimes MySpace

• Jia JinX

  "half these songs are about cheese.."

  Jia Jinx MySpace

• Short Fuse

  Brought together by their love of funk and rock... "We hope for our music to penetrate the funk into your anal cavity whilst the bass humps your face." Enjoy.

  Short Fuse MySpace

• Detached

  6 guys play ska/punk/pop punk/reggae...
  "Oh and we're all BEEFY as fuck. Proper ROIDERS."

  Detached MySpace

• Synthetica

  They found themselves drifting away from the dance scene, creating music which represented their influences from the past…… DJing, Drum and Bass, Death Metal…… what a combination……!!!

  Synthetica MySpace

• Lou Richards

  Singer, songwriter and guitarist blending a wide range of styles and influences to form a unique and fresh sound. Debut album "Grounded" out now!

  Lou Richards MySpace

• Faze 26

  Well travelled enthusiastic teenage four peice, influences, RHCP, Muse, We are Scientists. Into playing Catchy alternative Indie. GSH. Looking for fun, the chance to play and to be someone.

  Faze 26 MySpace

• DJs

  * Dj Gorgon
  * Dj Dex
  * Dj Jesta & Dj Sonar Back to Back
  * Nark Mule
  * Woof Indigo Children/Newfoundland

• Plus our special homegrown talent

  * Smoking Shadows
  * Vendetta
  * AVC

The management reserve the right to change the advertised performances in the event of illness or any cause beyond the control of the management. Please check with the venue to avoid disappointment.

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