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Brick Lane Takeover:
Frank Turner + The Chapman Family + Eight Legs + Sam Isaac + Rogues + Telegraphs + Outcry Collective + Jersey Budd + Bright Light Bright Light (Formerly Rod Thomas Band) + Citadels + Danny And The Champions Of The World + The RGB's + The King Hats + The Xcerts

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At Various Venues, London
Thursday, 13 August 2009
From Midday

Visit www.bricklanetakeover.org.uk for further information.

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Frank Turner

Frank Turner

Million Dead singer turned folk troubador Frank Turner. His solo career began where Million Dead left off, and since then he has achieved cult status as a singer-songwriter. Dive Dive have often served has his backing band and appear on his records, and Chris T-T is now also a backing musician for Turner. In March 2008, he released Love, Ire and Song, his second album, to fantastic acclaim.

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Listed on Ents24.com since: Dec 2005

The Chapman Family

The Chapman Family

The Chapman Family play Disco Noir with stonking songs made for the dancefloor!

Listed on Ents24.com since: Nov 2006

Eight Legs

This London based four-piece who were asked to soundtrack a Dior Homme catwalk show in Paris in 2006. Their sound is poppy but edgy; downbeat; modern, but wearing its punk heart on its sleeve.

Listed on Ents24.com since: Oct 2006

Sam Isaac

An acoustic singer/songwriter playing heartbreaking tales of love, family and vulnerability. Counting Bright Eyes, The Spinto Band and Ed Harcourt amongst his influences, young Sam has self-released two mini albums, received glowing reviews and national radio play on Radio 1, 2 and XFM.

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Listed on Ents24.com since: Jan 2006

Rogues

Rogues

Hailing from Wales and Harrow and consisting of three brothers and two drifters, Rogues were formed in August 2008. Influenced by Bowie, U2, Klaxons and Prince, strange pop songs were soon emerging. Combining new wave atmospherics with upbeat dance grooves to create original, ethereal pop music Rogues' pivotal debut single and live shows have generated a storm of interest gaining support from the likes of Zane Lowe, Steve Lamacq, John Kennedy, Huw Stevens, NME and The Fly.

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Listed on Ents24.com since: Sep 2008

Telegraphs

Telegraphs

A highly recommended noise pop rock band. 'Steely confidence and lyrical suss' -The Fly. 'A rugged edge to their songwriting and a tenacity for absolute perfection' -Drowned In Sound.

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Listed on Ents24.com since: Nov 2007

Outcry Collective

Combining the raw energy of The Bronx, the break-neck riffs of Every Time I Die and the visceral intensity of Gallows, this Surrey based quartet have garnered acclaim from the likes of Kerrang!, Rocksound and Big Cheese to name but a few.

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Listed on Ents24.com since: Oct 2007

Jersey Budd

Jersey Budd

Inspired by his fathers love of Dylan, Springsteen, Lou Reed, Cat Stevens, Paul Weller, and also later captivated by Oasis, Jersey picked up a guitar as a teenager and taught himself to play guitar and piano. Jersey has spent the past few years writing, building a collection of songs, and finally moulding a band around him. The result is a collection of classic songs shaped by his peers, yet with his unique voice, soul and talent for a melody, which has led to Jersey being tipped as one to watch.

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Listed on Ents24.com since: May 2007

Bright Light Bright Light (Formerly Rod Thomas Band)

Welsh-born now London-based singer/songwriter and his band- who have been given the thumbs up by Emiliana Torrini, Mara Carlyle and Beth Hirsch- mix upbeat folk with indie, jazz and tinges of dirty country to create their unique sound. 'Rod Thomas and his band have an uncanny knack of writing perfect pop hooks, wrapped up in lovely guitar layers, topped with a simple yet evocative vocal style and delivery'- Plum Promotions.

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Citadels

Citadels

This is very Suede but musically it's a bit more out there, Bowie and bands like the Editors, Killers!

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Listed on Ents24.com since: Sep 2007

Danny And The Champions Of The World

Danny And The Champions Of The World

Chosen as support by the Magic Numbers, DATCOTW blend folk, pop and rock. Sitars, dulcimers, flutes, trumpets invoking the spirit of Ronnie Lane's 'Passing Show' or Joe Cocker's 'Mad Dogs And Englishmen'. New band devised by Danny George Wilson, frontman of Grand Drive.

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Listed on Ents24.com since: Nov 2007

The RGB's

UK four-piece playing electro/alternative/rock with guitars and synths, fronted by the formidable force of Becky. A unique mix of beautiful soaring vocals, catchy electronic tunes, uplifting performances and a refreshing sense of fun.

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Listed on Ents24.com since: Oct 2007

The King Hats

Spiky, youthful Glasgow trio playing short, sharp, entertaining songs.

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Listed on Ents24.com since: Jun 2008

The Xcerts

The Xcerts

Searing Scottish indie band making heavy soul-fuelled rock influenced by the likes of The Smiths and The Clash. With a punky, psychedelic feel to their music, The Xcerts sound is both truly original and consistently passionate. Fervent live shows and arena-sized tunes make this band ones to watch out for.

For more information, see the website

Listed on Ents24.com since: Dec 2006

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