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Urgently needed

Guitarist needed for Penrith Punk Band The Scabs
CD out and gigs booked through till Sept
Attitude and commitment more important than being a skilled guitarist
own gear an advantage but not essential
Time wasters or wannabe rockstars don't bother
Contact Ben 07704467766/01768 899616 or Ste 01768 866484
or contact band site at THE SCABS.

SOLFEST TICKETS GO ON SALE

We've just received the following info,
"SOLFEST 2006
TICKETS GO ON SALE 9.00AM MONDAY 3RD APRIL 2006
Tickets for the 2006 Solfest festival at the Tarns, Near Silloth, Cumbria will go on sale on Monday 3rd April, and due to the incredible pre-sale demand The festival box office, based at The Carnegie Theatre in Workington has had to cancel all leave of it's staff and employ another eight people to answer phones on the day!

In 2005, around a thousand people were hugely disappointed when they arrived at the festival expecting to be able to buy tickets on the gate, as they event had sold out several weeks before. Tickets for Solfest 2006 are certain to be even more in demand, especially since this year the huge Glastonbury Festival in Somerset is having a year off and many people are looking for alternative festivals to attend.

This will be the third year that Solfest has taken place, and the festival has grown from 1800 tickets sold in 2004 to 5000 sold in 2005. In an attempt to maintain the unique friendly atmosphere of the event, and despite the increased demand, the organizers have decided to keep the numbers the same for 2006.

Solfest has already proven itself as a great festival. It is now the biggest live music event in Cumbria and has been listed in the prestigious Guardian Guide as one of the top five things to do in Britain on the Bank Holiday weekend!

Solfest is particularly keen to ensure that local people do not miss out by leaving it too late to buy their tickets. It would be a shame if people missed out on an event right on their doorstep just because they didn't realize just how popular it is. Tickets will go on sale at The Carnegie Theatre Box Office, Workington (01900 602122) At 9.00am on Monday 3rd April. Full details, are available on the Solfest website at www.solwayfestival.co.uk

Adult weekend Tickets are: first 2000 sold £42 remainder £49 Childrens weekend tickets: under 5s - free Children 5-12 £10. Solfest operates a WYSIWYG policy on tickets. We have NO hidden charges, NO carriage fees, NO booking fee and NO credit card charges!

THOSE APPEARING AT SOLFEST 2006 INCLUDE..
THE WONDERSTUFF/ THE PROCLAIMERS/ THE SELECTER/ SIMON FRIEND (OF THE LEVELLERS)/ DAVE SHARP (OF THE ALARM)/ BELLOWHEAD/ COSTO RICO/ CARA DILLON/ THE DEMON BARBERS/ SUSHEELA RAMAN/ CROFT No5/ LUNALOOP/ NECK/ AMY WADGE/ UISCEDWR/ OUTROADS/ ROLL A PENNY/ SONIC TRADITION/ RORY MCLEOD/ 3 DAFT MONKEYS/ JOHNNY DICKINSON/ JAMBIENCE/ THE MARK SAUL BAND/ JENNY MCCORMICK/ SLEEPY ED HICKS/ THE DIESEL FITTERS/ ANDI NEATE/ LEFT HAND DRIVE/ SMALL CHANGE/ THE CREEL COMMISSION/ LU COZMA/ THE GRIT/ THE SPIRIT OF RUSH/ MOTHER SUGAR/ THE EXILES and many many more.
PLUS THE FAMOUS DANCE TENT, NEW BAR STAGE, ACOUSTIC TENT, AND AN AMAZING ARRAY OF WORKSHOPS, CHILDRENS EVENTS AND UNIQUE ARTWORKS THAT GRACE THE FESTIVAL SITE ALL WEEKEND.

DARWEN LIVE 2006 LINE - UP ANNOUNCED.

Forget the rumours, Gary Ward from Darwen Music Live has sent us this update regarding the line - up for the increasingly popular annual Darwen music festival held this year on 28th (Sunday) and 29th (Monday) of May.

"Acts booked for Marigolds on Sunday 28th May include; Mf Ultras, Elohymn, Semihere, India Mill, Vincent Black Lightning, False Negative and Strange Days.

Other items of interest include; The Blockheads, Deborah Bonham, The Baghdaddies, Oyster - featuring Chris Laye (Icicle Works), Presence, Asylum, The Reserved, Avalon Way, Something for the weekend, Acoustic Uprising, Bookstore, Videospeil and the Noise Anoise (youth) stage at Knott st. community centre.

We also have a top line up of world/roots music and workshops at the Tower Room (Leisure centre) throughout the event and a new acoustic venue at the Catholic Club (opposite the Leisure Centre).

Visit our website for the latest confirmed list of acts appearing at Darwen Live 2006 www.darwenmusicprojects.org. This is the only accurate information available about the festival."

INDEPENDENT LAUNCHES ITS OWN WEBSITE.

The hugely successful INDEPENDENT band night at The Cellar Bar in Blackburn has launched its own website. The site features a whole host of articles, pictures and links dedicated to the Blackburn music scene. The site also works as an alternative what's on guide to the town with pages dedicated to film, fashion, art and anything else that makes a town tick. The site is also looking for contributors covering all subjects. Visit the site here.

AVALON WAY MAKE THEIR COMEBACK AT NEW INDEPENDENT NIGHT.

Fast rising Darwen band AVALON WAY (formerly known as IF ALL ELSE FAILS) make their official live return at The Cellar bar, King Street, Blackburn on Thursday March 23rd. The band who are currently promoting their excellent 4 track demo (check out our review here) will be supported by Manchester's HURRICANE STATE and Blackburn's very own METRO RIOT. The night is being launched to complement the INDEPENDENT night which takes place on the last Friday of every month. The idea of the new Thursday event is to showcase the talents of the area's newer bands. Co - promoter and founder Matt Bury says,"There are limited opportunities for new bands to play live in a decent venue these days. We can offer them a good p.a. with a house engineer, a few free pints and the chance to play in front of an appreciative crowd. All our events have been reviewed and with the launch of the new INDEPENDENT website, we'll be giving all the bands ample opportunity to get themselves some free publicity." Any bands wanting to play either the Thursday or Friday events should contact Matt or Damion by clicking here.

CORRUPTED - NEW METAL NIGHT FOR BLACKBURN.

Friday April 14th sees the opening night of Corrupted @ The Cellar bar. King Street. Blackburn. The monthly metal night will feature bands from throughout the North West as well as more local talent. Manchester rockers SHALLOWFACE who are currently promoting their excellent debut e.p. have been booked to headline the first event with two more bands to be confirmed. The night is free and runs from 8 pm 'til 2 am. Any bands wanting to play click here to email Matt or Damion.

(02/03/06) GLYN BAILEY tours TOYS FROM BALSA.

North West based singer-songwriter Glyn Bailey makes his first appearance at Manchester's Dry Bar on March 7th.
Bailey, (described as "a kindred spirit of our best mavericks" by former Sounds journalist Tim Peacock) played in bands including The Urbane Gorillas and Harvey's Wall of Sound in the 90s, releasing a series of independent records on their 'Inane Records' label.

In 2004 some production work with The Container Drivers featured on BBC Radio 1's John Peel show.

The Dry Bar date kicks off a tour supporting the release of Bailey's debut album TOYS FROM BALSA, which features an eclectic mix of subjects including a communist feast, plastic bags, cannibalism, abusive relationships, Laurel & Hardy and a bonus track about John & Yoko in bed.
The self-released album has been receiving excellent reviews from the independent media, on-line reviewers and broadcasters. It became a featured album of the week on radio Pulse Rated on Sky. Bailey's retro sound has drawn comparisons with Bowie, Julian Cope and Ian McNabb.

The tour crosses the Pennines to Leeds on March 24th with a date at the Cardigan Arms.

Dates confirmed so far:
March 7th - Manchester, The Dry Bar
March 24th - Leeds, The Cardigan Arms
April 1st - Blackpool, Liquid Lounge
May 3rd - Rhyl, Bar Blu
May 27th - Preston, The Adelphi
May 14th - Leeds, The Vine
July 6th - Preston, 12 bar
July 29th - Accrington, The Attic
September 29th - Manchester, Glass Bar
Further information at www.glynbailey.com

(02/03/06)STONE SOLE RIVER seek new bass player.

Bassist Required for original 3 piece band. Psych/stoner/prog rock. Must have experience, technical ability, own gear and transport. Based in Manchester area. Pref age 20/35. Check STONE SOLE RIVER and Cheesepress reviews for more info. Contact band@stonesoleriver.com.

(02/03/06) GUITARIST AND BASSIST SEEK DRUMMER AND KEYBOARD PLAYER FOR PROG GROUP.

Kendal based guitarist Richard Page has sent us the following plea for help,
"Myself and a bass player have been rehearsing for some time but we are now in desperate need of an able and committed drummer and keyboard player living in the Kendal area ! I am currently working on getting together a new band playing progressive rock (i.e. influenced by bands such as Yes, Focus, Camel, Genesis, etc.)."
If you can help Richard, contact him here.

MY LAST WORDS SEEKING NEW VOCALIST

Following the departure of their vocalist, East Lancs' noisy funk metallers My Last Words are looking for a replacement. Influences are The Mars Volta, Incubus, Red Hot Chili Peppers etc. (The Cheesepress has witnessed this lot live, we recommend that you join a gym). Contact Tommy by clicking here. DEFINITELY NO TIMEWASTERS.

AMNESTY SPLIT !

(31/01/06) Following a less than happy Cavern gig, Clitheroe's noiseniks AMNESTY have decided to call it a day. Citing that age old reason 'musical differences' the band have split into two new groups. Guitarist Ste and drummer Euan have formed experimental outfit MAJESTIC JUMP ! whilst bassist / singer Andy and guitarist / keyboardist Ed have joined together as ATTACK ATTACK ATTACK. Happily, they are all still on speaking terms so don't expect to see them scrapping at chucking out time outside the Pendle Hotel, whatever your filthy hearts may desire.

Accomplished/experienced Guitarist/vox/frontman/ based in Bentham Nr. Ingleton.
Age 40, acts a lot younger.
Blistering solos....cool rhythmic grooves.
Pro gear....good attitude...massive sound...own transport...prepared to travel. However, strictly semi pro and not into world domination.
Raw vox...can harmonise.
Can pull great faces on stage.
Up for the crack with like-minded dudes.
Influences Rory Gallagher, Steve Hunter (Lou Reed), Iggy Pop,The Who, The Cult, Early ZZTop. Up for anything that grooves apart from fecking Bryan Adams, Mustang Sally, Alright Now or any poodle rock! Has some good contacts and knows some seriously good drummers.
Also interested in meeting experienced bassist with fat sound for own pet project. Contact Glyn on: 015242 62668

(30/10/05)
Drummer needed for well - established Manchester / Cumbria based band. Preferably able to use double bass drum pedals and be able to travel to Lancaster for practice. Contact Julie Noize Anoize on 07767 012 906 for more information.

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