The Duchess, York: Just booked

Tue 16 Oct: Touchstone + The Reasoning + Stolen Earth

The Duchess, York — Wed, 16 May 2012 11:47:40 +0100

Two of the UK's most rapidly rising progressive/melodic hard rock acts TOUCHSTONE and THE REASONING have announced that they are to join forces for a co-headline tour of Europe this autumn.

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Sun 5 Aug: Ryan Keen + David McCaffrey + Zak Ford + Nathan Luke

The Duchess, York — Tue, 15 May 2012 11:51:56 +0100

Meet English born and bred singer-songwriter Ryan Keen - an artist carving out his own unique niche in music. Combining emotionally driven lyrics and warm vocals with his rhythmic-percussive guitar playing.

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Sat 13 Oct: Twisted Wheel

The Duchess, York — Mon, 14 May 2012 14:15:18 +0100

Having spent the last few months recording the new album, the band are very excited to get back on the road. The tour will feature all the fan favourites and plenty of new songs from the soon to be released album. Full details of the album release to come

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Fri 27 Jul: We Are Scientists

The Duchess, York — Mon, 14 May 2012 13:55:22 +0100

A catalogue of anthems like 'The Great Escape', 'It's A Hit' and 'Nobody Move, Nobody Get Hurt' propelled WAS into the upper echelons of the indie-rock hierarchy and their hilarious live shows.

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Tue 9 Oct: The Travelling Band

The Duchess, York — Mon, 14 May 2012 12:28:51 +0100

Manchester cosmic-country chaps The Travelling Band have played twice in York, impressing so much they've been selected to play Galtres Festival in the summer and return for their biggest show yet at The Duchess. A great live act.

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Sun 1 Jul: DV8 Festival - The March Violets + Section 25 + Vuvuvultures + David R Black + Honeytone Cody

The Duchess, York — Wed, 09 May 2012 18:41:34 +0100

Since it's inception in 2008, DV8 has become one of the country's leading independent festivals. This years musical highlights include The Psychedelic Furs, Terrorvision and Utah Saints along with many others across three venues.

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Sat 30 Jun: DV8 Festival - Psychedelic Furs + Red Lorry Yellow Lorry + Siiiii + Berlin Black And The Shades Of Grey

The Duchess, York — Wed, 09 May 2012 18:28:03 +0100

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Fri 29 Jun: DV8 Festival - Terrorvision + Salvation + Hellbound Hearts + Panda Cubs

The Duchess, York — Wed, 09 May 2012 18:14:50 +0100

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Thu 28 Jun: DV8 Festival - Utah Saints + Anne Marie Hurst + The Chapman Family + The Last Cry

The Duchess, York — Wed, 09 May 2012 18:00:50 +0100

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Wed 18 Jul: Warbringer + Elm Street

The Duchess, York — Wed, 09 May 2012 15:44:26 +0100

Hardly satisfied with any of the new trends in the metal scene, Warbringer decided to take a step back and prove that old-school heavy metal is just as heavy, loud, and shreds twice as hard as anything to date.

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Sat 3 Nov: Fairport Convention

The Duchess, York — Tue, 08 May 2012 13:56:30 +0100

Hailed as the originators of British folk-rock, Fairport Convention celebrate their forty-fifth anniversary as one of the most entertaining bands on the live music scene.

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Fri 5 Oct: Big Boy Bloater

The Duchess, York — Fri, 04 May 2012 16:52:04 +0100

Big Boy Bloater is a British R&B and Blues guitarist and front man who has toured the world. Celebrity fans include Mark Lamarr, Jools Holland and Craig Charles who regularly give him airplay on their BBC shows.

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Thu 21 Jun: Epidemic + Resonation + One Night Stand With Fate + A Traitors Legacy

The Duchess, York — Fri, 04 May 2012 16:49:13 +0100

After releasing their debut EP 'Remember This' in August last year, local metal mob Epidemic are back with a new single and music video!

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Thu 19 Jul: Raghu Dixit

The Duchess, York — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:25:21 +0100

Raghu Dixit's self-titled debut album spent months in the world music charts as he impressed British audiences with his powerful, soulful vocals and unique, rousing blend of Indian and Western influences. Recommended.

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Wed 3 Oct: Smoke Fairies

The Duchess, York — Fri, 04 May 2012 11:51:54 +0100

Acid-folk outfit Smoke Fairies have really hit their stride with their new record 'Blood Speaks'. Exchanging their London homes for a year on the road has led to a more expansive and dynamic sound, this is the first opportunity to hear it live.

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Tue 20 Nov: Martin Barre's New Day

The Duchess, York — Thu, 03 May 2012 13:22:42 +0100

Martin Barre has been the guitarist of Jethro Tull for 43 years, his sound and playing having been a major factor in their success. Album sales have exceeded 60 million units and they continue to be played worldwide, representing an important part of clas

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Thu 7 Jun: The School + Standard Fare

The Duchess, York — Tue, 01 May 2012 20:17:00 +0100

Wonderful indie-pop double header with Elefant Records' The School and Melodic's Standard Fare.

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Mon 12 Nov: The Wedding Present

The Duchess, York — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:39:42 +0100

With 18 UK Top 40 hit singles under their belt, one of Britainâ��s most influential and successful alternative bands will be performing their highly acclaimed 1991 Steve Albini produced album Seamonsters in it's entirety.

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Sun 15 Jul: Darrell Scott

The Duchess, York — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:52:37 +0100

A hugely successful songwriter and great solo performer who's eighth album Long Ride Home features such big hitters as Guy Clark, Rodney Crowell, Patty Griffin and Tim O'Brien. Country-folk of the highest calibre.

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Mon 9 Jul: Rams' Pocket Radio

The Duchess, York — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:19:48 +0100

Rams Pocket Radio is Peter McCauley a drummer, pianist and songwriter from Lisburn. Rams Pocket Radio have picked up dozens of positive reviews as well as picking up national radio.

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