OUT OF THE CITY 2005


Location: Blue Cat Cafe, 17 Shaw Rd, Heaton Moor, Stockport, SK4 4AG

FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY

Doors open 8pm. Admission is free to all delegates and the general public.

If you joined us last year you will know what a memorable festival of cutting-edge live music we offered. As expected many of the acts who played with us last year have gone on to release records and establish a name for themselves, most notably, 3rd Dan, Sara Hawley and The Amelies. This year is no different and we have a diverse but dynamic line up of sheer unadulterated talent that no self-respecting A & R person can afford to ignore. So get out of the city and breathe a different air in this charmed, lively suburb to check out some of these hotly tipped new acts.
FRIDAY 30 SEPTEMBER

GUILE onstage 9pm


From Cannock in the Midlands, this band with a distinctive dark rock & roll sound have been compared to early Oasis, Jesus and Mary Chain and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club to name but a few. For more info: guilemusic.com

CORPORATION:BLEND onstage 10pm


Reviews mention Mars Volta, Radiohead, Led Zeppelin and Depeche Mode references (among others) They play Original Pop. Electronica hooked, articulate punk ROCK. c:b play like they've been released from a cage, every gig's an EVENT. Their stealthy, but consistent growth is largely due to word of mouth feedback from live performances, substantiated by the internetwork of the underground’s alternative rock media - "What then proceeds to unfold is half an hour of musical bedlam" accounts one reviewer. "Pure pop tunes that course round your inner-ear like joy-riding endorphins" (NME)

This rapidly developing young band spent much of 2005 on an album's worth of new songs (aired live to a fantastic response) Music is their life and way of life. corporation:blend run their own rock clubs, DJ at others and mutually promote and support other unsigned underground bands. They were recently shortlisted as one of Europe's most promising new rock bands by MTV.

Their new EP, Chapter of Accidents, is out now on their own Angry Liberal label. For more info: corporationblend.com

OUTSIDER onstage 11pm


Currently signed for a single deal to our own Blue Cat label, Outsider are no strangers to the venue. Watch crowds become transfixed, watch hips & limbs swivel & sway. Classic songwriting, heavenly vocals, magic musical dust sprinkled straight into your soul and maybe your beer! Likely, you will shiver and smile...

For more info: outsidermusic.net
SATURDAY 1 OCTOBER

JINZENA onstage 10pm


Jinzena was conceived from the ashes of various Indie and Rock bands scattered around Yorkshire and Cheshire (now based in Leeds) The five members came together at the tail end of 2004 to work on a more groove-based project, employing a mixture of Funk, Jazz, Electronica, and good old Indie.

Jin - Punjabi for monster. Zena - Hungarian for music. For more info: jinzena.co.uk

MUG onstage 11pm


MUG have been together for 18 months and feature Stuart on vocals/guitar, Dan on lead guitar, Dave on bass and Richard on drums. MUG play a cocktail of urban indie and suburban soul overlaid with observations on life in the 21st century, highlights to date have been a support slot with indie legends the "Undertones" and a live slot on Wythenshawe FM.

Lets cut the crap; Favourite colour - Blue though I don't have strong views. Saddest moment - losing my curl activator at Aberystwyth 1997. Happiest moment - Watching ducks attack parliament (Not sure if this really happened) Favourite food - A bag of chips from the chippie in Whitby. Worst habit - Not clearing up after a good read.

MUG have recently recorded a single which we are hoping to release in the near future and have made themselves available for Glastonbury 2007. See you there!!!! For more info: wearemug.com
SUNDAY 2 OCTOBER

THE MUTINY onstage 9pm


The Mutiny are based in the North of England and formed in 2003. The music is an exciting mix of punk and sleazy rock. At the moment there is nothing that compares to The Mutiny although you can hear their influences within the music, QOTSA, Led Zeppelin, Supergrass and Muse to name a few. Strong distinctive vocals from Bec, fast catchy guitar from Mand as well as drumming from Tom so hard it knocks you out. The result? A complete treat for your ears.

LIMOUSINE onstage 10pm


Formed in the early days of 2002, Limousine have fast become one of Blackpool's most talked about bands. Fusing together a myriad of melodic guitars, heart wrenching vocals and pounding rhythms, Limousine have proved themselves to be one of the best unsigned acts to come out of the North West. Even with years of experience, Limousine's sound stays fresh and creative bringing excitement and verve to the guitar based genre. Their live sets have become legendary thanks to their unprecedented stage performances.

Just two years on, and their innovative sound has taken the Limo to such venues as London's Garage, and has seen them as firm favourites on the bill supporting the likes of Six by Seven and Chris Helme (The Seahorses) Putting heart, soul and a big set of balls into their music undoubtedly makes Limousine the 'one's to watch'...

THE AMELIES onstage 11pm


A dizzy ride of crashing choruses, clashing tambourines, feedback and lipstick, the Amelies mix female vocals with a distinctly left-of-centre ethos creating deliciously dark twisted mood-pop.

A shiny new name in the dirgy world of Britpop, The Amelies expound playful glam art-punk all twisted up with high hair, sharp heels and bittersweet lyrics.

The Amelies wide-eyed, curious take on the world has won them a devoted cult following from London to Paris. For more info: theamelies.co.uk
MONDAY 3 OCTOBER

AURORA’S AURA onstage 9pm


Aurora's Aura are a four piece indie rock band formed at Salford University in February 2005. The band fuse influences ranging from Rock, Pop, Jazz and Electronica to form a unique and original rock-based sound, which is arranged in classic pop song structures. The band consists of Chris Fry on electric guitar and lead vocals, Kate Hallworth on keyboards, synth, flute and backing vocals, John Scott on bass guitar and Rick Williams on drums and backing vocals. The band have been playing consistly around the North-West area for the past couple of months and are keen to spread their music to audiences further afield.

JAKPOT onstage 10pm


This band is unique in that Matt, Bruce, Joe and Neil are all originally from different corners of the North of England. The result is a distinctive northern blend of inspired lyrics, shining melodies and well-crafted rhythms.

So what brought them all to Manchester? Well, drummer Joe who himself is the only true Manc in the band by chance stumbled across frontman & guitarist Matt and bassist Bruce who had already established the Jakpot foundations in 2004. A couple of months later, following various escapades including a Council noise restriction order for one member of the band, the Jakpot had strongly sealed their presence on the Manchester band circuit! It was only when they made the decision to become a four piece however that the potential of the Jakpot’s future really became apparent.

The appointment of guitarist Neil, who was more than familiar with the Manchester band circuit at the time, brought a new dynamic to the band and one that has enabled Matt to take on board all the nuances of a passionate and reputable frontman and to give Bruce and Joe more scope in the rhythm section. The Jakpot are certainly creating a following in Manchester as audiences and interests grow from gig to gig. You can expect to hear a lot about this band!

ERWIN onstage 11pm


Erwin (pronounced “Air-win") are a trio of young musicians/songwriters from Manchester who have been writing, recording and performing together since April 2004.

The band comprises of Daniel (Bass) Anthony (Keyboards & Guitar) and Bridgét (Vocals) They also have a drummer and rhythm guitarist for live performances. Amongst their many musical influences are Alanis Morissette, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson. Their style of songwriting is very varied ranging from Acoustic Folk to Rock Ballad with a bit of Pop/Rock along the way.

Erwin like to perform in public as often as possible and are open to all invitations.

For more info: erwinswebsite.com
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