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Skinny Machines (London, UK)
Suede Bar and Venue, Athlone
Saturday November 5th at 10pm
Free Entry
In eleven short months London-based indie craftsmen 'Skinny Machines' have written, recorded and produced the album 'Wrong Side Of The River' and toured extensively in the UK and Europe. Reminiscent of The Cure if they had been crossbred with dirty guitars 'The Skinny Machines' echo the night life of South London, producing a shimmering blend of poignant lyrics, heavy riffs and catchy melodies. Having supported the likes of The Kooks, The Zutons and The Maccabees, the trajectory of this band seems like a foregone conclusion..... Truly international, 'Skinny Machines' comprise of Manchester-born vocalist, Jay Marsh, South London's Croydon-born bassist, Mike Woodouse, Cape Town's Rikki Glover on guitar and Swiss drummer, Dan Roth. .... Come to a gig – they are a force to be reckoned with.
After a year and a half of writing and gigging without a break across the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe, Skinny Machines finally felt like they had found their sound. They moved quickly and recorded an EP at David Gray’s studio in North London. The first single, Stop that Girl, will be released on the 31st October 2011 in the UK and Ireland on BAF records.
Reminiscent of The Cure if they had been crossbred with Biffy Clyro’s dirty guitars, Skinny Machines echo the night life of their native South London producing a shimmering blend of poignant lyrics, heavy riffs and catchy melodies.
STOP THAT GIRL SINGLE REVIEWS:
“Nice slice of uplifting rock from the Skinny Machines Genes - your toes will be tapping to this one”
Shona Ryan, Music Director, SPIN 1038
“…strong 80s in!uences to the fore, this hook-laden melodic pop rock thunders through a tale of lost love and money – sure to fill airwaves this autumn…”
Tom Hardy, Today FM
Thunderstruck (The Ultimate tribute to AC/DC)
Suede Bar and Venue, Athlone
Saturday November 12th at 10pm
Tickets E7 from the bar or on the door on the night
"...Ireland's greatest AC/DC Tribute Band..." Offaly Independant
"...Thunderstruck are the without doubt the most accurate tribute on the market today - both in the reproduction of the sound of AC/DC and awsome stage show. [...], from Angus's schoolboy outfit to a singer who sounds so much like Brian Johnson and Bon Scott that you'd swear it was them! [...] A variety of talented musicians, together they promote their abilities and successfully execute the works of the famous Australian rock band. Thunderstruck play the most popular AC/DC tunes with heart wrenching charisma and commitment, truly a tribute to one of rock'n'roll's pioneer bands..." The Strabane Chronicle
"The ultimate AC/DC Tribute band return to the Stables for another full blown take on the Classics of the DC. From the schoolboy uniforms to the trademark vocals and guitar licks they have it all in abundance. Always a welcome treat and they always go down a storm. If you haven't checked them out up to now do yourself a favour and get down to see them this time." IrishUnsigned.com
"Thunderstruck – a mesmerising AC/DC tribute band, embodying the original look and sound.
An AC/DC experience unlike no other." Scrap Metal Documentaries
"Ireland's best AC/DC tribute act are back. With an arsenal of hits to call on and one of the most energetic front men around this show is always fantastic. With the bands local connections this is always a good night."
The Stables
"[...] thunder shaking performance!" Amber Niteclub