Picks of the Month: November 2018.
By Hannah Nicholson-Tottle
Al Moses / Bandicoot /Red Skylines
When? 29th of November 2018
Where? Clwb Ifor Bach
Who? Al Moses, Bandicoot and Red Skylines
What?
Al Moses: Top of the bill are Merthyr's Al Moses. After expertly riding the hype at their sold-out Clwb Ifor Bach gig earlier this year, their solid stage presence, skill and raw energy they radiate has charmed audiences across the UK. Doing things the old-school way by relentlessly gigging support slots and building a community of fans has paid off in the long run for sure, Daf (vocals,) Jack (guitar and vocals,) George (drums) and Raychi (bass) are a slick machine with crazy, committed fanbase.
Bandicoot: Three-piece alternative band Bandicoot have certainly made a name for themselves supporting the likes of Blaenavon, VANT, and Spring King. With their ambient instrumentals, funky riffs and driving drums, their set is one you definitely won’t want to miss.
Red Skylines: Supporting are Red Skylines, an alternative rock outfit from Cardiff.
Upcoming Events
Boy Azooga @ O'NeillsThu 29 NovO'Neill's St Mary Street
The Amorettes / Naked Six / Think PrettyTue 27 NovClwb Ifor Bach
Mogwai / The Twilight SadMon 26 NovSaint Davids Hall
Forté Project & NewsoundWales presents at WOW FestivalFri 23 NovChapter Arts Centre
Pefect Body / Zac White - Split EP LaunchFri 23 NovTiny Rebel Cardiff
Picks of the Month: October 2018.
By Hannah Nicholson-Tottle
Swn Festival 2018
When? 17th-20th of October 2018
Where? Various Locations
Who? Drenge, Boy Azooga, Dream Wife, Cassia, Bandicoot, Al Moses, Estrons, Sock, HANA2K and Frown Upon, to name a few...
What? Sŵn, founded by Radio 1 DJ Huw Stephens and John Rostron in 2007, was the first multivenue music festival in the UK outside of London, inspired by trips to SXSW in Austin, Texas and Iceland Airwaves in Reykjavik. The festival itself will be in October, featuring the likes of Drenge, Dream Wife, Boy Azooga and Cassia, as well as exhibitions, screenings and much more across Cardiff’s most iconic venues.
Rainbow Maniac + CVC
When? 5th of October 2018
Where? The Black Sheep, Caerphilly.
What? Rainbow Maniac, a band which formed while the members were sixth formers at Bridgend College, are a riot of colour exuding unpretentious style. Having been described as “a thrilling distillation of youthful energy" by BBC Radio Wales’ Adam Walton and gracing the Jack Rocks This Feeling stage at Reading Festival, they’re certainly smashing Cardiff’s music scene.
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Blaenavon
When? 7th of October 2018
Where? Hobos, Bridgend.
What? Blaenavon’s debut album, That’s Your Lot, is a work of art ranging from venue shaking bangers to the intricately intimate ballads. But there’s nothing quite like seeing the Hampshire trio live. Expect an insane amount of energy, dynamic crowds and even the chance to play the bass.