Friday 12th March 2010

GUNS 2 ROSES
Guns 2 Roses have existed since late 2002. Regarded by many to be the biggest GNR tribute in the world with the credentials to prove it! Many tributes have tried but not one comes close to the authenticity and natural charisma Guns 2 Roses has to emulate GNR which has even impressed and been approved by members of the original line up of Guns N Roses. Guns 2 Roses are known worldwide and have played to thousands throughout the UK, Europe and USA!

* In 2005 they became the first tribute band to play the world famous Marquee club and Hard Rock Cafe in London.

* In 2006 the original drummer from Guns N Roses Steven Adler toured with them as their drummer in the UK.

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Sunday 14th March 2010

A chance to see some of Swindons younger bands showcasing what they are up to.
This is an all ages gig and is aimed at the under 18s but over 18s are more than welcome.

This event is open to all ages under 16's must be accompanied by an adult though.
All Proceeds will go to The GoldenHar Family Support Group.
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT A RIP OFF BATTLE OF THE BANDS BUT A GENUINE SHOWCASE.

First Band Onstage 6.30pm Finish at 10pm

Bands
THE COSTELLOS
THE DEMENTED
PATCHWORK PROPHETS
CHUCKO STARS
DIVERSION
PARTY SCENE

Tuesday 16th March 2010

Third Tuesday of every month at The 12 Bar Swindon
Top night of top comedy with 3 top comedians and MC
All Seated in air conditioned venue.
Doors 8pm show starts at 9pm, advise arriving early to get a seat as its always a busy night.

This Months Comedians

M/C JAMES REDMOND ( Star of Holly Oaks & Casualty)
James Redmond is a dry, slick and subtle stand up who delivers unexpected twists and turns during his set as he deconstructs his art.

He has a track record as a model and actor and is best known for seminal roles in ‘Hollyoaks’ (C4) and ‘Casualty’ (BBC 1) as well as having presented CD UK alongside Cat Deeley and appeared as a guest on ‘Never Mind the Buzzcocks’ (BBC 2), Celebrity Who wants to be a Millionaire; (ITV 1) and ‘Soccer AM’ (Sky 1).

First Act KIETH PLATT
A somewhat crazy yorkshire character, irritated at most things; everythings up for a sideswipe by this character’s humour (humour that’s just a little bit in all of us).
Keith is a pro comic returning to the circuit after an absence of leave
He is now back but with this fully rounded character capable of competing with many headliners offstage, often getting the best laugh of the night and stealing the show.
Like a Yorkshire ‘Al Murray’ he’s got bags of energy and as well as his act, ad libbs, deals with Heckles and comes up with topical stuff while remaining in character.

Second Act LAURA CARR
Laura Carr is fresh-faced newbie on the comedy circuit and has been performing stand up for just over three months. Aged just 22 years of age Laura has charm and humour that is friendly and inviting and her anecdotes are extremely hilarious. From her childhood at a naturist park in Norfolk, to living in London in her late teens, Laura shares the many trials and tribulation she faces as a young women with daring honesty.

Headline Act JUNIOR SIMPSON
With his infectious energy and huge stage presence it is easy to see why Junior Simpson is a circuit favourite. Simpson has a boundless joy and exuberance that has audiences hooked with hilarity. A true observational comic Simpson finds his humour in the everyday and humdrum with anecdotes of his world travels as a comedian adding a personal originality to his set. Although mischevious and daring, Simpson is never crass or crude and can tailor his set to suit any audience making him a favourite for warm up, TV and corporate work.
TV work includes
Casualty
Holby City
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
The Wright Stuff
Richard & Judy
etc etc etc

Friday 19th March 2010

THE LAST CALM
One of Swindons finest The Last Calm are reforming fpor a special one off show, watch this space for more details to follow.

BATELEURS
With interest in the band already growing plans are now underway to enter the studio and record a new 4 song EP for release in the near future.

TALK IN CODE
From the ashes of various other south western bands, May 2007 saw the dawning of Swindon based indie rockers TALK IN CODE. Throwing everything at it (and the kitchen sink!) Chris, Damo, Frosty, Paul and Matt flexed their creative muscles to produce a uniquely blended sound influenced by not only music they love but anything they are inspired by

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Monday 22nd March 2010

A chance to come and see some of Swindons finest up and coming new talent run over two nights at the 12 Bar Swindon.
None stop music all night from 7pm to 10.30pm.

Adults - £4.00

Concessions - £3.00

Thursday 25th March 2010

PANIC ROOM
With the eclectic box of delights of their debut album, Visionary Position behind them, Panic Room are set to build on their reputation as a powerful and subtle group of performers with the new album Satellite due for imminent release. With their roots in proto-celtic prog band, Karnataka, (4 of the band were members of the original award-winning line-up), Panic Room is a very different beast with a much harder edge and a spontaneous and improvisational quality that makes their live performances such compelling events. Strong, melodic song writing wedded to a desire to reinvent the music in the live arena saw them pick up the award for Best New Band at the CRS Awards in January 2009.

CHRIS JOHNSON
Parade/ Ex Fish/Mostly Autumn

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Saturday 27th March 2010

Devoted to recreating the atmosphere of a live Joy Division gig, Transmission emulate the sound of one of the most inventive, evocative and influential groups of their era. Joy Division were formed in the late 1970s and dissolved in May 1980 after the suicide of lead singer Ian Curtis. The remaining members went on to form New Order and have achieved much critical and commercial success. The influence of Joy Division, however, was far reaching. They were considered the pioneering band of the post-punk movement of the late 1970s and early 1980s. More than 20 years on you can still relive the dark cavernous sound of Joy Division through Transmission one of the leading UK tribute bands.

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Friday 2nd April 2010

This band was formed in 2003 by Foo Fighters Fans for Foo Fighters fans! Four vastly experienced musicians came together for this project with a passion to recreate the sound of the now legendary Dave Grohl - fronted, American supergroup.

Four Fighters can be found playing the most prestigious venues the length and breadth of the UK. Add to that a recent string of dates in Ireland and mainland Europe and you could arguably say that this is fast becoming the world's ultimate Foo Fighters tribute band!

Four Fighters' live shows are explosive events and the band go to every effort to reproduce the raw power and dynamics of the original band.

All of the Foo Fighters studio albums, from their eponymous debut to the much acclaimed Echoes, Silence, Patience and Grace are represented and given the live treatment by this band. They perform the songs with an energy and passion that only true fans could and perform them in the same way you would see and hear them at a Foo Fighters live show! Crowd favourites like This Is A Call, Stacked Actors, Learn To Fly, Everlong, The Pretender, All My Life, Best Of You, etc, etc are mainstays of the Four Fighters setlist.

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Friday 9th April 2010

Frisko Promotions present...

Little Comets are a four-piece multi-pronged quadrilateral from Newcastle-upon-Tyne. They play kitchen sink indie music, citing Debussy, Roald Dahl, Ella Fitzgerald and Paul Simon as influences. In early 2009 the band were signed to Columbia Records, they released the single One Night in October through Lucky Number Records, reaching number 3 in the UK independent singles charts.

Their first single on Columbia Records, Adultery, was released on October 26th, you may recognise it from it being on the play list on many music channels, NME tv etc. some of the Swindon folk may recognise them from their impressive set at Radio Ones Big Weekend last year.

Big things predicted for this outstanding four piece, come grab a slice of the action

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