Wednesday 01
SIX STAR HOTEL (pictured) / NON-ZERO
High octane punk rawk stylings to kick off the shortest month of the year!
http://www.sixstarhotel.co.uk
http://www.non-zero.co.uk
Thursday 02 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
Dicelines presents: STRIKE THE COLOURS (pictured) / DAS CONTRAS / THE DOWN AND OUTS (pictured)
Strike the Colours: fans of the Scottish indie scene will be familiar with lead singer Jenny Reeve, who has played with Arab Strap, Idlewild, The Reindeer Section & her previous band, Eva, but her own talent, & the full bands skills, came to the fore in their own right. / The Down & Outs: four piece from Glasgow that was recently described as.. "a mix between 60s beat groups (kinks, beatles) The Smiths & The Buzzcocks." Whipping up a mix of musical whimsy, observant lyrics * thrashing vintage guitars The Down & Outs are well on their way out of the gutter. Doors 9pm - £4
http://www.dicelines.com
http://www.strikethecolours.com
http://www.myspace.com/strikethecolours
http://www.dascontras.com
http://www.myspace.com/thedownouts
Friday 03
Joy Promotions: FIGURE 5 (pictured) / THE X1 (pictured) / ROSCOE / THE ASPHERONS (pictured)
Figure 5: "Glasgow's best kept secret." TimesOut "A hot as hell melting pot of The Strokes & Stones and a little Coral in-between." The List "... from out of those feathered mops and tight trousers comes a raucous melodic sound complete with drawling vocals, taught riffs and sunkissed harmonies.The frontman is as cool as Casablancas, clutching the mic stand and filling the venue with his gutsy growl while psychedelic guitar storms, super speed rhythms and throbbing basslines surround him. It makes for a stunning set of slightly eccentric and utterly stunning guitar pop that's simply begging for the big-time." The List "Figure 5 have a unique sound that falls somewhere between the garage psych of the 60s San Francisco and The Doors LA to the modern pop sensibilities of The Las and The Coral with a bit of Billy Childish sex-punk." Music News Scotland "It's like The Buzzcocks jamming with The Small Faces, and that can't be a bad thing." Daily Record. "If Figure 5 had gone to art school and had matching haircuts we would be talking about summer festivals and the next Franz Ferdinand by now" Evening Times "Utterly infectious guitar pop that's begging for the big time" The List / The Aspherons: are stunningly good. Obviously tightly rehearsed & very enthusiastic, their twin guitar interplay is back with inventive rhythmic work and, crucially, control of their songs and the effort required to transmit them to what actually turned into a curiously mixed crowd of hipsters mingling with punters from the upstairs bar. These important talents suggest to me that the four-piece are on their way to significantly larger stuff than can be allowed for by the cramped confindes of what is the spatial equivalent of a cupboard under drury street. (jon Gordon)enthusiastic, their twin guitar interplay is back with inventive rhythmic work and, crucially, control of their songs and the effort required to transmit them to what actually turned into a curiously mixed crowd of hipsters mingling with punters from the upstairs bar. These important talents suggest to me that the four-piece are on their way to significantly larger stuff than can be allowed for by the cramped confindes of what is the spatial equivalent of a cupboard under drury street. (jon Gordon)
The X1: Is This Music? - "Evidently The X1 are walking it like they talk it, and there's clearly more to their maniacal folk punk than just some Libertines comparisons or blatant noise merchantry" Evening Times - "Energetic punk pop from a band who've been compared with The Libertines, Maximo Park and The Futureheads." Artrocker - "...sharp, fast and inspired...nifty way with actual guitar tunes..." Jim Gellatly (Xfm Scotland) - "...think of the libertines with their heads screwed on..."
http://www.joypromotions.com
http://www.figure5.co.uk
http://www.theapsherons.moonfruit.com
http://www.thex1.co.uk
Saturday 04 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
miso events: BLINDFOLD / SKOUD (pictured) / + Miso DJs
Blindfold: it seems there are no bounds to the wonderful music coming out of iceland at the moment. acts like bjork, mum and sigur ros have long been favourites of mine so imagine my delight when I came into possession of a record which not only combines existing elements of all three acts but adds even more of ‘that icelandic magic thing’ that makes these artists so incredibly moving to listen to. so, all that aside. blindfold is the creation of biggi Hilmarsson (who you might know from his other band ‘ampop’). the live incarnation of the band also includes fellow reykjaviker’s stafrænn hákon, svenni and occasionally jonni. I reckon they’re going to explode next year so come see them face to face while you still have the chance for this special uk exclusive! Simon Koudriavtsev aka skoud was born in St Petersberg, Russia in 1982 to a family of notorious russian actors. since then he’s been perfecting the russian-swedish-northumbrian electronica sound which stands him out from the mass of bland electronic music that seems to be sweeping the world at the moment.
http://www.ilovemiso.com
http://www.ampop.co.uk/blindfold
http://www.myspace.com/theblindfold
http://www.motivesounds.com/skoudinfo.htm
Sunday 05 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
YOU ALREADY KNOW / SHUTTER
You Already Know: "Music is a great energizer. It's a language everybody knows." So said Bill Hicks. Truth is, it's the only language everybody knows. Music heals, rejuvenates and conquers all. You Already Know are based in Glasgow, Scotland. The line-up of Allan Swan (singer, guitarist and primary songwriter), Keef Thorburn (guitar, backing vocals), Stef Lach (bass) and Dunc Sweeny (drums) started gigging in April 2005 and have produced a body of work that will see them hit great heights throughout 2006. Their songs are held together by a rhythm section that approaches Fugazi in terms of precision, intricate expression and versatility. Allan and Keef take the traditional "lead + rhythm guitar" blueprint and ignore it completely, offering consistently captivating new ways of pushing what a 4 piece rock band can sound like. The bittersweet lyrics are laced delicately over hugely powerful music, a genre hopping culmination of the individual band members musical tastes. You Already Know have created their own musical space that can reference Nirvana's "All Apologies", Tool's "Stinkfist", Kyuss' "Demon Cleaner" and Gang Of Fours "What We All Want" in equal measure: a breadth of scope that is very much their own. Their limited debut 7" is due to land early 2006, with an album to follow later on in the year. A Scottish tour is being put together, with a full UK jaunt and European dates to follow.
http://www.youalreadyknow.net
http://www.myspace.com/youak
- *** gig cancelled *** - Monday 06 - *** gig cancelled *** -
WILDHOUSE (pictured) / CONSCIOUS PILOT (pictured)
The Wildhouse are one of those bands whose reputation precedes them. They can't help it; they have had to learn to accept.FICCA, the current single from the psychedelic trio, has singer Paul spitting unintentionally on the microphone, but it injects some life into a band who at first seemed a bit stagnant considering the hype. It launches a frenzied assault on his guitar which ends only when his fingers draw blood and the pain is too much.Let's Get Married! is liquidized funk and has drummer Sheila McGee thumping her heart out as she takes centre stage for the first and last time. She stands for the entire set yet only gets three minutes of glory. Let's Get Married! is dark yet enticing. The guitar hooks seize the ears and attention. Second guitarist Pete Simpson opens Paint The Whole Day Red. Yet a minute into the finale Paul appears from nowhere and is still able to scream the venue to the ground. The gig only finishes when the band literally fall to the floor and admit they can't take any more. It's a sight we thought we'd never see. Seonaid Masson, Daily Record
http://www.wildhouse.info
http://www.audiostreet.net/artist.aspx?artistid=30526
Tuesday 07 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
AERONAUT / THEOCEANFLOOR (pictured) / THE TOWERS (pictured) / THIS JULY
Aeronaut: Intense Melodic Uplifting Schizophrenic Rock. / TheOceanFloor: "Glasgow's troubadours of noir, theoceanfloor, offer the gentler side of darkness. With soul to soul lyrics & melodic vocals, their epic guitar tunes are more healing than bleeding. Their use of space & emotional colours within their songs gives them a haunting dreamy edge. With soaring orchestration you can't help but escape within yourself. theoceanfloor take you to a quieter, less alien world, where no one can reach you. Enjoy the silence" ... THE BIG ISSUE. / The Towers, Glasgow 5 piece with exceptional pop/rock based tunes & impeccable hair, return to the Note. 8pm - £2 on door
http://www.aeronautband.co.uk
http://www.myspace.com/aeronaut
http://www.theoceanfloor.co.uk
http://www.thetowersrock.co.uk
http://www.thisjuly.net
Wednesday 08
THE DANGERFIELDS (pictured) / DEAD END SLUTS / THE POISONING / CHEVY & THE CHASERS
4 band punk extravaganza with Belfast's finest bastard-children of the rock, The Dangerfields, or as I like to call them, The Dangerfields.
http://www.thedangerfields.com
http://www.chevyandthechasers.com
Thursday 09
POPLIFE: Monthly Pop Quiz
You know the drill by now! What's that? …. You don't…ok, here goes one more time. 1 pound to get in / 2 lovely hosts (molly and JC) / 1 annoying guy at the back with a mic / a crate of non-tennants lager for the winning team & a chance to go for the door takings for said winners. Pop-Life...it's half pop, half life!
Friday 10
Moonshaker Promotions: THE APPLE SCRUFFS / THE FIRESOULS / THE JAKS
3 great indy rock bands from the wonderful Moonshaker people! £4
http://www.moonshaker.co.uk
http://www.theapplescruffs.co.uk
Saturday 11
BITUMEN RIVER (pictured) / TEN TONNE DOZER / ATTICA RAGE
Bitumen River are a high energy ear blistering 4 piece from the Shetland Islands, Scotland who incorporate punk,metal & grunge sounds to form their own original style. Ten Tonne Dozer: An original bludgeoning ball breaking four piece from Shetland fronted by a mad Aussie, this band has the combination of stoner rock, blues, and metal. Stand aside or bear a child, the Ten Tonne Dozer has begun to roll…
http://www.bitumenriver.shetland.co.uk
http://www.myspace.com/bitumenriver
http://www.myspace.com/tentonnedozer
http://www.atticarage.com
http://www.myspace.com/atticarage
Sunday 12
Lazygroove: FRAGILE / SEROTONE / MICCUS DEATHKILL / CHARGRILLED SQUIRRELS
Lazygroove bring another 4 fast paced action-mongers to the note! bring it on... doors 8.20pm £4
http://www.lazygroovepromotions.com
http://www.fragilenoise.com
http://www.myspace.com/wearefragile
http://www.chargrilledsquirrels.com
http://www.myspace.com/chargrilledsquirrels
Monday 13
tba
Tuesday 14
tba
Wednesday 15
THE FLYKICKS / THE PRAYERS (pictured) / THE LAST PROJECT (pictured)
It's time for your Wednesday night indy rock fix! Three great new bands. The Flykicks: indie pop rock trio from Glasgow. / The Last Project: Alternating Between Quick Paced Punk & Slowed Down Pop. £4
http://www.theflykicks.co.uk
http://www.myspace.com/theflykicks
http://www.myspace.com/theprayers
http://www.thelastproject.co.uk
http://www.myspace.com/thelastproject
Thursday 16 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
CHEVRON / FROGPOCKET / & dj's (incl. Jonnycomputerock)
Chevron: "That old phrase about how talent borrows whereas genius steals certainly rings true throughout Everythings Exactly The Same, Chevrons stunning debut album. Few are the producers who would view rave-era Hoover noises and a snatch of Kate Bush (Stop sniggering!) as potential bedfellows. Fewer still have the skill to pull it off, but Chevron, AKA Jonathan Valentine, clearly has talent and imagination to spare. If you can imagine a middle ground between Plaid, DJ Ruptures reconstructed ragga and the mystical techno of the Red Planet label, then you have the vaguest idea what to expect – but music this original and inspiring deserves to be heard, not just imagined." Dave Stenton..... "Everythings Exactly The Same" is due for release on Planet Mu Records on February 14th. You can listen to samples of tracks at www.planet-mu.com http://www.chevvers.com / frogpocket - Frog Pocket is a name to stay - this is the fifth album by the very same guy that also does the Mouthmoth labels (and the fourth Frog Pocket on Mouthmoth). He calls it 'uplifting happy-sad splatterbeat folk-electronica magic" - it might be a very appt description. Frog Pocket samples the hell out of folky, country & western, fiddle songs and adds his either upbeat or downbeat rhythms to it, smears a dash of synths somewhere. 'The Stare' is one such track, topheavy of sounds, a fiddle, banging rhythms, breakbeats everywhere. But unlike what one might expect with such an overload, it's never too much or too cliche. Also, it's easily followed by such a melancholical piece as 'Omulad'. It seems like a lot of these things fit together very well. This is one of the better Frog Pocket albums I know - consistent throughout. And some pieces, like the aforementioned 'Omulad' could very well be put on any upcoming Morr Music compilation. -Frans de Waard
http://www.myspace.com/frogpocket
Friday 17
CHEVY & THE CHASERS / BASTARDS OF SCIENCE
Saturday 18 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
CAYTO (pictured) / GALCHEN / WALL STREET AMMUNITION HERO
Cayto: Intense punk rock music with strange song structures, classical and jazz leanings, lovely quiet bits and a wound-up clunking desperation victory feel. Tends to lurch between styles and emotions more often than you may be used to hearing. / Galchen - "An experiment in guitars,synth loops,samples and tight ass rythms.There is a certain numerical,scientific edge to their music,which is completely insrtumental,but they possess a rythm section of such quality that the whole experience they offer is well worth seeing."
http://www.cayto.com
http://www.myspace.com/cayto
http://www.myspace.com/galchen
http://wsah.jetcow.com
Sunday 19
YELLOW STRIPE NINE (pictured) / + GUESTS
"A masterclass in throwaway theatrical fun" - Metro /// "Essential stuff" - Losing Today /// "Pop music for the 21st Century" - Leeds Music Scene "Wurlitzer has established the mother of all cults now with an inseparable underground identity between club, band and material. If this were happening in Texas we'd have sent in the troops by now. But as it's Leeds, it must be art." - Sandman Magazine /// "Unique,…they exude flamboyancy and have a desire to entertain in a way most others wouldn't even try to emulate" - reFRESH /// "It's nothing you need, but it's everything you want." - Heathen Angel /// "Many things will undoubtedly be written about YSN - that they are Leeds' answer to Franz Ferdinand, or that their onstage antics will make them the new Kaiser Chiefs but that neglects the fact that this band are their own uniquely decadent entity." - The Music Guru
http://www.ysnmusic.com
http://www.myspace.com/ysn
Monday 20
AMOK / THE DEADITES / SELF MADE MAN (pictured)
Amok: Inspired by bands from the Bay Area such as Testament, Exodus, Heathen alongside other extreme bands like Slayer, Sepultura and Kreator, Amok shred out the fastest and heaviest songs without having to downtune or turn to effects. The distinct Amok sound can be summed up in a single word: Thrash. Driven by chunky, palm-muted riffage, fast shredding, ear crushing drumming and piercing, in your face vocals, the final product is Amok's distinctively heavy, yet immediately accessible sound. Through hard work, intense practice and a rigorous gigging schedule over the past year (including a date at well known venue "The Garage"), Amok have amassed a solid set of songs and a dedicated fan base, in the process building a well respected name for themselves throughout the Glasgow metal scene.
http://www.amokmetal.com
http://www.self-made-man.com
http://www.myspace.com/selfmademan
Tuesday 21 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
Puny Human Promotions: DRESDEN (pictured) / THE HEDRONS (pictured) / MIA / FOKARA
Dresden - Dresden play rock and roll the way it should be - dangerously loud and so downright dirty it'll leave you needing a shower. For fans of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, MC5, The Stooges and Primal Scream (without the dancey bits). The Hedrons - Continuing tonight's Denim and Leather theme are The Hedrons - four ladies with a passion for gritty, sleazy rock music. Influences range from Iggy and the Stooges to Joy Division and the FooFighters. MIA: combine the effects driven tendencies of Rage Against the Machine, the vocal melody of Incubus, the kind of noise levels you'd expect from the Deftones and the polished hard rock spirit of the Foo Fighters. A somewhat eclectic mix of styles best summed up simply as ROCK. Fokara - Fokara have gathered much acclaim in a short space of time, their current career highlight being a well received gig at the Carling Academy as part of the Emergenza contest. A modern take on rock and roll with a decidedly soulful edge. Doors 8:30pm - £4 on the door
http://www.punyhuman.co.uk
http://www.dresdenmusic.co.uk
http://www.myspace.com/dresdenmusic
http://www.thehedrons.com
http://www.miaband.co.uk
http://www.myspace.com/mia667
Wednesday 22
LATITUDE / RULE OF THUMB / FORGOTTEN SUNDAY / TWO THIRDS OF YOUTH
4 band bill in aid of the "Hospital Broadcasting Service".
Thursday 23
Edible Audio presents: CO-EXIST / THEORY OF MINE / THE ARSONIST
Co-Exist: "Scotlands finest grind-caked pitbull metal band have finally done it and put out the full length debut their demos warned would someday devastate us. With ex-Medulla Nocte howler Paul Catten adding his distintive yelp to vocalising drummer Quzzy's raspy bark, Co-Exist roll their rabid death machine forward with before only-hinted-at force and confidence on this 40-odd minute monster of an underground metal album. Abrasive as paint stripper, the once three-piece powerhouse tag team effortlessly between gut-churning, neck-invigorating riff chugs and face battering blastbeats and snare assaults creating a concoction which reminds of Today is the Day, Brutal Truth and even a finer Fear Factory, yet restrains its own distinctive flavour. Never a band to mess around, Co-Exist slam their way through eighteen dynamically written cuts without once overstaying their welcome. As the hidden cover of Sabbaths 'A National Acrobat' finally brings things to a close in invigorating, inspiring style, the feeling of freedom is positively palpable. Unconstrained by trends and generic tendancies, these 'Glasgae Coonts' put grind, hard, metal and core together just how it suits them - which suits just fine when the result comes out as fresh, frisky and ferocious as 'Surgical...' . Surely not an album destined to be a long sought-after enigma, this is just the belated beginning."
http://www.myspace.com/edibleaudio
http://www.co-exist.co.uk
Friday 24 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
FOUND / SMALL TOWN BOREDOM / THERISINGSON
"Found furtively caper and bawdily frottage amidst the mellow meadows of Tortoise, The Beta Band, The Earlies. Their uptown jazz and downtime beats are guaranteed to fill ears with joy and toy with loins." Triptych /// "an audaciously playful melange of sound and vision", The List /// "FOUND sound like they charge around like bulls in a theory shop", The Sunday Herald /// "a common language at a place where music and art meet", The Scotsman
Saturday 25
Wiseguys present 'Massacre': DEADPAD (pictured) / GENETIK BLUEPRINT (pictured) / CHAO:SPHERE
Deadpad: An eclectic mix of styles form a sonic tapestry that has never been rivalled. Having taken influences from acts as far apart as The Sister of Mercy and Crowbar. Mix in some electronic vibes and you just about have what this Newcastle band is about. www.deadpad.co.uk / Genetik Blueprint - Sample Infested Brutalcore from Falkirk www.genetikblueprint.com / Chao:Sphere - Industrial Death Metal Heavily distorted harmonised guitars, break neck speed bass lines and throat tearing vocals completely compliment the bouncing electronic rhythm patterns. Add a few psychedelic samples and you have the industrial death-metal sound of Chao:Sphere.
http://www.wiseguys.plus.com
http://www.deadpad.com
http://www.myspace.com/deadpad
http://www.genetikblueprint.com
http://www.myspace.com/genetikblueprint
http://www.chaosphere.co.uk
Sunday 26
OCEANFRACTURE / RELUCTANT TO SPEAK / MANATEES
Ocean Fracture say of themselves - "Formed in early 2004, have since played shows in various parts of Scotland including support slots with Aconite Thrill, Midasuno and Eden Maine. Between February and April '05 we recorded a 5 track e.p. entitled "The Sunmachine And The Ocean" with Ben Phillips (The Guillame Seam, Jairus, November Coming Fire) at City of Dis studios, Kent. We've recently played shows in northern England and Scotland with Devil Sold His Soul and Secondsmile and have just recruited a new bassist. "
Monday 27
THE FLYING MATCHSTICK MEN (pictured) ***GIG OF THE MONTH*** (single launch night)
Flying Matchstick Men like to make electrodiscowonkpop. They are a product of Glasgow and consist of equal parts Graham, Becky, Gav, G-Force and Mark. "Basically, the Matchsticks sound like an explosion in a disco factory, or possibly what you'd hear emanating from a burning Ford 1982 Cortina after it's ploughed into the front doors of The Garage after reversing, out-of- control down Sauchiehall Street." - jockrock.org
Tonight following their UK tour The Matchsticks visit the note to launch their new single: 'All your Secrets/Vacant Stare' b/w 'Months and Money'. It WILL hit the shops like a synth-pop bomb on the 27th of February 2006 (today). Available on 7" and CD through One Records. You should buy it cos it's dead good.
www.flyingmatchstickmen.com
www.myspace.com/thematchsticks
Tuesday 28 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
The End of the Month Club: ***THE FOURTH BIRTHDAY PARTY***
BOZiLLA (celebrating their five year anniversary) / THRIFTSHOP XL / BABY GOD (pictured) / FIREBRAND BOY
Bozilla host the night with guests and of course the traditional birthday games and goodie bags will be in evidence.. to claim a goody bag be one of the firts 50 lucky punters through the doors. 9pm - 12pm - £3
http://www.eotmc.com
http://www.bozilla.co.uk
http://www.firebrandboy.co.uk
http://www.geocities.com/babygodtheband/
SIX STAR HOTEL (pictured) / NON-ZERO
High octane punk rawk stylings to kick off the shortest month of the year!
http://www.sixstarhotel.co.uk
http://www.non-zero.co.uk
Thursday 02 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
Dicelines presents: STRIKE THE COLOURS (pictured) / DAS CONTRAS / THE DOWN AND OUTS (pictured)
Strike the Colours: fans of the Scottish indie scene will be familiar with lead singer Jenny Reeve, who has played with Arab Strap, Idlewild, The Reindeer Section & her previous band, Eva, but her own talent, & the full bands skills, came to the fore in their own right. / The Down & Outs: four piece from Glasgow that was recently described as.. "a mix between 60s beat groups (kinks, beatles) The Smiths & The Buzzcocks." Whipping up a mix of musical whimsy, observant lyrics * thrashing vintage guitars The Down & Outs are well on their way out of the gutter. Doors 9pm - £4
http://www.dicelines.com
http://www.strikethecolours.com
http://www.myspace.com/strikethecolours
http://www.dascontras.com
http://www.myspace.com/thedownouts
Friday 03
Joy Promotions: FIGURE 5 (pictured) / THE X1 (pictured) / ROSCOE / THE ASPHERONS (pictured)
Figure 5: "Glasgow's best kept secret." TimesOut "A hot as hell melting pot of The Strokes & Stones and a little Coral in-between." The List "... from out of those feathered mops and tight trousers comes a raucous melodic sound complete with drawling vocals, taught riffs and sunkissed harmonies.The frontman is as cool as Casablancas, clutching the mic stand and filling the venue with his gutsy growl while psychedelic guitar storms, super speed rhythms and throbbing basslines surround him. It makes for a stunning set of slightly eccentric and utterly stunning guitar pop that's simply begging for the big-time." The List "Figure 5 have a unique sound that falls somewhere between the garage psych of the 60s San Francisco and The Doors LA to the modern pop sensibilities of The Las and The Coral with a bit of Billy Childish sex-punk." Music News Scotland "It's like The Buzzcocks jamming with The Small Faces, and that can't be a bad thing." Daily Record. "If Figure 5 had gone to art school and had matching haircuts we would be talking about summer festivals and the next Franz Ferdinand by now" Evening Times "Utterly infectious guitar pop that's begging for the big time" The List / The Aspherons: are stunningly good. Obviously tightly rehearsed & very enthusiastic, their twin guitar interplay is back with inventive rhythmic work and, crucially, control of their songs and the effort required to transmit them to what actually turned into a curiously mixed crowd of hipsters mingling with punters from the upstairs bar. These important talents suggest to me that the four-piece are on their way to significantly larger stuff than can be allowed for by the cramped confindes of what is the spatial equivalent of a cupboard under drury street. (jon Gordon)enthusiastic, their twin guitar interplay is back with inventive rhythmic work and, crucially, control of their songs and the effort required to transmit them to what actually turned into a curiously mixed crowd of hipsters mingling with punters from the upstairs bar. These important talents suggest to me that the four-piece are on their way to significantly larger stuff than can be allowed for by the cramped confindes of what is the spatial equivalent of a cupboard under drury street. (jon Gordon)
The X1: Is This Music? - "Evidently The X1 are walking it like they talk it, and there's clearly more to their maniacal folk punk than just some Libertines comparisons or blatant noise merchantry" Evening Times - "Energetic punk pop from a band who've been compared with The Libertines, Maximo Park and The Futureheads." Artrocker - "...sharp, fast and inspired...nifty way with actual guitar tunes..." Jim Gellatly (Xfm Scotland) - "...think of the libertines with their heads screwed on..."
http://www.joypromotions.com
http://www.figure5.co.uk
http://www.theapsherons.moonfruit.com
http://www.thex1.co.uk
Saturday 04 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
miso events: BLINDFOLD / SKOUD (pictured) / + Miso DJs
Blindfold: it seems there are no bounds to the wonderful music coming out of iceland at the moment. acts like bjork, mum and sigur ros have long been favourites of mine so imagine my delight when I came into possession of a record which not only combines existing elements of all three acts but adds even more of ‘that icelandic magic thing’ that makes these artists so incredibly moving to listen to. so, all that aside. blindfold is the creation of biggi Hilmarsson (who you might know from his other band ‘ampop’). the live incarnation of the band also includes fellow reykjaviker’s stafrænn hákon, svenni and occasionally jonni. I reckon they’re going to explode next year so come see them face to face while you still have the chance for this special uk exclusive! Simon Koudriavtsev aka skoud was born in St Petersberg, Russia in 1982 to a family of notorious russian actors. since then he’s been perfecting the russian-swedish-northumbrian electronica sound which stands him out from the mass of bland electronic music that seems to be sweeping the world at the moment.
http://www.ilovemiso.com
http://www.ampop.co.uk/blindfold
http://www.myspace.com/theblindfold
http://www.motivesounds.com/skoudinfo.htm
Sunday 05 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
YOU ALREADY KNOW / SHUTTER
You Already Know: "Music is a great energizer. It's a language everybody knows." So said Bill Hicks. Truth is, it's the only language everybody knows. Music heals, rejuvenates and conquers all. You Already Know are based in Glasgow, Scotland. The line-up of Allan Swan (singer, guitarist and primary songwriter), Keef Thorburn (guitar, backing vocals), Stef Lach (bass) and Dunc Sweeny (drums) started gigging in April 2005 and have produced a body of work that will see them hit great heights throughout 2006. Their songs are held together by a rhythm section that approaches Fugazi in terms of precision, intricate expression and versatility. Allan and Keef take the traditional "lead + rhythm guitar" blueprint and ignore it completely, offering consistently captivating new ways of pushing what a 4 piece rock band can sound like. The bittersweet lyrics are laced delicately over hugely powerful music, a genre hopping culmination of the individual band members musical tastes. You Already Know have created their own musical space that can reference Nirvana's "All Apologies", Tool's "Stinkfist", Kyuss' "Demon Cleaner" and Gang Of Fours "What We All Want" in equal measure: a breadth of scope that is very much their own. Their limited debut 7" is due to land early 2006, with an album to follow later on in the year. A Scottish tour is being put together, with a full UK jaunt and European dates to follow.
http://www.youalreadyknow.net
http://www.myspace.com/youak
- *** gig cancelled *** - Monday 06 - *** gig cancelled *** -
WILDHOUSE (pictured) / CONSCIOUS PILOT (pictured)
The Wildhouse are one of those bands whose reputation precedes them. They can't help it; they have had to learn to accept.FICCA, the current single from the psychedelic trio, has singer Paul spitting unintentionally on the microphone, but it injects some life into a band who at first seemed a bit stagnant considering the hype. It launches a frenzied assault on his guitar which ends only when his fingers draw blood and the pain is too much.Let's Get Married! is liquidized funk and has drummer Sheila McGee thumping her heart out as she takes centre stage for the first and last time. She stands for the entire set yet only gets three minutes of glory. Let's Get Married! is dark yet enticing. The guitar hooks seize the ears and attention. Second guitarist Pete Simpson opens Paint The Whole Day Red. Yet a minute into the finale Paul appears from nowhere and is still able to scream the venue to the ground. The gig only finishes when the band literally fall to the floor and admit they can't take any more. It's a sight we thought we'd never see. Seonaid Masson, Daily Record
http://www.wildhouse.info
http://www.audiostreet.net/artist.aspx?artistid=30526
Tuesday 07 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
AERONAUT / THEOCEANFLOOR (pictured) / THE TOWERS (pictured) / THIS JULY
Aeronaut: Intense Melodic Uplifting Schizophrenic Rock. / TheOceanFloor: "Glasgow's troubadours of noir, theoceanfloor, offer the gentler side of darkness. With soul to soul lyrics & melodic vocals, their epic guitar tunes are more healing than bleeding. Their use of space & emotional colours within their songs gives them a haunting dreamy edge. With soaring orchestration you can't help but escape within yourself. theoceanfloor take you to a quieter, less alien world, where no one can reach you. Enjoy the silence" ... THE BIG ISSUE. / The Towers, Glasgow 5 piece with exceptional pop/rock based tunes & impeccable hair, return to the Note. 8pm - £2 on door
http://www.aeronautband.co.uk
http://www.myspace.com/aeronaut
http://www.theoceanfloor.co.uk
http://www.thetowersrock.co.uk
http://www.thisjuly.net
Wednesday 08
THE DANGERFIELDS (pictured) / DEAD END SLUTS / THE POISONING / CHEVY & THE CHASERS
4 band punk extravaganza with Belfast's finest bastard-children of the rock, The Dangerfields, or as I like to call them, The Dangerfields.
http://www.thedangerfields.com
http://www.chevyandthechasers.com
Thursday 09
POPLIFE: Monthly Pop Quiz
You know the drill by now! What's that? …. You don't…ok, here goes one more time. 1 pound to get in / 2 lovely hosts (molly and JC) / 1 annoying guy at the back with a mic / a crate of non-tennants lager for the winning team & a chance to go for the door takings for said winners. Pop-Life...it's half pop, half life!
Friday 10
Moonshaker Promotions: THE APPLE SCRUFFS / THE FIRESOULS / THE JAKS
3 great indy rock bands from the wonderful Moonshaker people! £4
http://www.moonshaker.co.uk
http://www.theapplescruffs.co.uk
Saturday 11
BITUMEN RIVER (pictured) / TEN TONNE DOZER / ATTICA RAGE
Bitumen River are a high energy ear blistering 4 piece from the Shetland Islands, Scotland who incorporate punk,metal & grunge sounds to form their own original style. Ten Tonne Dozer: An original bludgeoning ball breaking four piece from Shetland fronted by a mad Aussie, this band has the combination of stoner rock, blues, and metal. Stand aside or bear a child, the Ten Tonne Dozer has begun to roll…
http://www.bitumenriver.shetland.co.uk
http://www.myspace.com/bitumenriver
http://www.myspace.com/tentonnedozer
http://www.atticarage.com
http://www.myspace.com/atticarage
Sunday 12
Lazygroove: FRAGILE / SEROTONE / MICCUS DEATHKILL / CHARGRILLED SQUIRRELS
Lazygroove bring another 4 fast paced action-mongers to the note! bring it on... doors 8.20pm £4
http://www.lazygroovepromotions.com
http://www.fragilenoise.com
http://www.myspace.com/wearefragile
http://www.chargrilledsquirrels.com
http://www.myspace.com/chargrilledsquirrels
Monday 13
tba
Tuesday 14
tba
Wednesday 15
THE FLYKICKS / THE PRAYERS (pictured) / THE LAST PROJECT (pictured)
It's time for your Wednesday night indy rock fix! Three great new bands. The Flykicks: indie pop rock trio from Glasgow. / The Last Project: Alternating Between Quick Paced Punk & Slowed Down Pop. £4
http://www.theflykicks.co.uk
http://www.myspace.com/theflykicks
http://www.myspace.com/theprayers
http://www.thelastproject.co.uk
http://www.myspace.com/thelastproject
Thursday 16 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
CHEVRON / FROGPOCKET / & dj's (incl. Jonnycomputerock)
Chevron: "That old phrase about how talent borrows whereas genius steals certainly rings true throughout Everythings Exactly The Same, Chevrons stunning debut album. Few are the producers who would view rave-era Hoover noises and a snatch of Kate Bush (Stop sniggering!) as potential bedfellows. Fewer still have the skill to pull it off, but Chevron, AKA Jonathan Valentine, clearly has talent and imagination to spare. If you can imagine a middle ground between Plaid, DJ Ruptures reconstructed ragga and the mystical techno of the Red Planet label, then you have the vaguest idea what to expect – but music this original and inspiring deserves to be heard, not just imagined." Dave Stenton..... "Everythings Exactly The Same" is due for release on Planet Mu Records on February 14th. You can listen to samples of tracks at www.planet-mu.com http://www.chevvers.com / frogpocket - Frog Pocket is a name to stay - this is the fifth album by the very same guy that also does the Mouthmoth labels (and the fourth Frog Pocket on Mouthmoth). He calls it 'uplifting happy-sad splatterbeat folk-electronica magic" - it might be a very appt description. Frog Pocket samples the hell out of folky, country & western, fiddle songs and adds his either upbeat or downbeat rhythms to it, smears a dash of synths somewhere. 'The Stare' is one such track, topheavy of sounds, a fiddle, banging rhythms, breakbeats everywhere. But unlike what one might expect with such an overload, it's never too much or too cliche. Also, it's easily followed by such a melancholical piece as 'Omulad'. It seems like a lot of these things fit together very well. This is one of the better Frog Pocket albums I know - consistent throughout. And some pieces, like the aforementioned 'Omulad' could very well be put on any upcoming Morr Music compilation. -Frans de Waard
http://www.myspace.com/frogpocket
Friday 17
CHEVY & THE CHASERS / BASTARDS OF SCIENCE
Saturday 18 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
CAYTO (pictured) / GALCHEN / WALL STREET AMMUNITION HERO
Cayto: Intense punk rock music with strange song structures, classical and jazz leanings, lovely quiet bits and a wound-up clunking desperation victory feel. Tends to lurch between styles and emotions more often than you may be used to hearing. / Galchen - "An experiment in guitars,synth loops,samples and tight ass rythms.There is a certain numerical,scientific edge to their music,which is completely insrtumental,but they possess a rythm section of such quality that the whole experience they offer is well worth seeing."
http://www.cayto.com
http://www.myspace.com/cayto
http://www.myspace.com/galchen
http://wsah.jetcow.com
Sunday 19
YELLOW STRIPE NINE (pictured) / + GUESTS
"A masterclass in throwaway theatrical fun" - Metro /// "Essential stuff" - Losing Today /// "Pop music for the 21st Century" - Leeds Music Scene "Wurlitzer has established the mother of all cults now with an inseparable underground identity between club, band and material. If this were happening in Texas we'd have sent in the troops by now. But as it's Leeds, it must be art." - Sandman Magazine /// "Unique,…they exude flamboyancy and have a desire to entertain in a way most others wouldn't even try to emulate" - reFRESH /// "It's nothing you need, but it's everything you want." - Heathen Angel /// "Many things will undoubtedly be written about YSN - that they are Leeds' answer to Franz Ferdinand, or that their onstage antics will make them the new Kaiser Chiefs but that neglects the fact that this band are their own uniquely decadent entity." - The Music Guru
http://www.ysnmusic.com
http://www.myspace.com/ysn
Monday 20
AMOK / THE DEADITES / SELF MADE MAN (pictured)
Amok: Inspired by bands from the Bay Area such as Testament, Exodus, Heathen alongside other extreme bands like Slayer, Sepultura and Kreator, Amok shred out the fastest and heaviest songs without having to downtune or turn to effects. The distinct Amok sound can be summed up in a single word: Thrash. Driven by chunky, palm-muted riffage, fast shredding, ear crushing drumming and piercing, in your face vocals, the final product is Amok's distinctively heavy, yet immediately accessible sound. Through hard work, intense practice and a rigorous gigging schedule over the past year (including a date at well known venue "The Garage"), Amok have amassed a solid set of songs and a dedicated fan base, in the process building a well respected name for themselves throughout the Glasgow metal scene.
http://www.amokmetal.com
http://www.self-made-man.com
http://www.myspace.com/selfmademan
Tuesday 21 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
Puny Human Promotions: DRESDEN (pictured) / THE HEDRONS (pictured) / MIA / FOKARA
Dresden - Dresden play rock and roll the way it should be - dangerously loud and so downright dirty it'll leave you needing a shower. For fans of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, MC5, The Stooges and Primal Scream (without the dancey bits). The Hedrons - Continuing tonight's Denim and Leather theme are The Hedrons - four ladies with a passion for gritty, sleazy rock music. Influences range from Iggy and the Stooges to Joy Division and the FooFighters. MIA: combine the effects driven tendencies of Rage Against the Machine, the vocal melody of Incubus, the kind of noise levels you'd expect from the Deftones and the polished hard rock spirit of the Foo Fighters. A somewhat eclectic mix of styles best summed up simply as ROCK. Fokara - Fokara have gathered much acclaim in a short space of time, their current career highlight being a well received gig at the Carling Academy as part of the Emergenza contest. A modern take on rock and roll with a decidedly soulful edge. Doors 8:30pm - £4 on the door
http://www.punyhuman.co.uk
http://www.dresdenmusic.co.uk
http://www.myspace.com/dresdenmusic
http://www.thehedrons.com
http://www.miaband.co.uk
http://www.myspace.com/mia667
Wednesday 22
LATITUDE / RULE OF THUMB / FORGOTTEN SUNDAY / TWO THIRDS OF YOUTH
4 band bill in aid of the "Hospital Broadcasting Service".
Thursday 23
Edible Audio presents: CO-EXIST / THEORY OF MINE / THE ARSONIST
Co-Exist: "Scotlands finest grind-caked pitbull metal band have finally done it and put out the full length debut their demos warned would someday devastate us. With ex-Medulla Nocte howler Paul Catten adding his distintive yelp to vocalising drummer Quzzy's raspy bark, Co-Exist roll their rabid death machine forward with before only-hinted-at force and confidence on this 40-odd minute monster of an underground metal album. Abrasive as paint stripper, the once three-piece powerhouse tag team effortlessly between gut-churning, neck-invigorating riff chugs and face battering blastbeats and snare assaults creating a concoction which reminds of Today is the Day, Brutal Truth and even a finer Fear Factory, yet restrains its own distinctive flavour. Never a band to mess around, Co-Exist slam their way through eighteen dynamically written cuts without once overstaying their welcome. As the hidden cover of Sabbaths 'A National Acrobat' finally brings things to a close in invigorating, inspiring style, the feeling of freedom is positively palpable. Unconstrained by trends and generic tendancies, these 'Glasgae Coonts' put grind, hard, metal and core together just how it suits them - which suits just fine when the result comes out as fresh, frisky and ferocious as 'Surgical...' . Surely not an album destined to be a long sought-after enigma, this is just the belated beginning."
http://www.myspace.com/edibleaudio
http://www.co-exist.co.uk
Friday 24 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
FOUND / SMALL TOWN BOREDOM / THERISINGSON
"Found furtively caper and bawdily frottage amidst the mellow meadows of Tortoise, The Beta Band, The Earlies. Their uptown jazz and downtime beats are guaranteed to fill ears with joy and toy with loins." Triptych /// "an audaciously playful melange of sound and vision", The List /// "FOUND sound like they charge around like bulls in a theory shop", The Sunday Herald /// "a common language at a place where music and art meet", The Scotsman
Saturday 25
Wiseguys present 'Massacre': DEADPAD (pictured) / GENETIK BLUEPRINT (pictured) / CHAO:SPHERE
Deadpad: An eclectic mix of styles form a sonic tapestry that has never been rivalled. Having taken influences from acts as far apart as The Sister of Mercy and Crowbar. Mix in some electronic vibes and you just about have what this Newcastle band is about. www.deadpad.co.uk / Genetik Blueprint - Sample Infested Brutalcore from Falkirk www.genetikblueprint.com / Chao:Sphere - Industrial Death Metal Heavily distorted harmonised guitars, break neck speed bass lines and throat tearing vocals completely compliment the bouncing electronic rhythm patterns. Add a few psychedelic samples and you have the industrial death-metal sound of Chao:Sphere.
http://www.wiseguys.plus.com
http://www.deadpad.com
http://www.myspace.com/deadpad
http://www.genetikblueprint.com
http://www.myspace.com/genetikblueprint
http://www.chaosphere.co.uk
Sunday 26
OCEANFRACTURE / RELUCTANT TO SPEAK / MANATEES
Ocean Fracture say of themselves - "Formed in early 2004, have since played shows in various parts of Scotland including support slots with Aconite Thrill, Midasuno and Eden Maine. Between February and April '05 we recorded a 5 track e.p. entitled "The Sunmachine And The Ocean" with Ben Phillips (The Guillame Seam, Jairus, November Coming Fire) at City of Dis studios, Kent. We've recently played shows in northern England and Scotland with Devil Sold His Soul and Secondsmile and have just recruited a new bassist. "
Monday 27
THE FLYING MATCHSTICK MEN (pictured) ***GIG OF THE MONTH*** (single launch night)
Flying Matchstick Men like to make electrodiscowonkpop. They are a product of Glasgow and consist of equal parts Graham, Becky, Gav, G-Force and Mark. "Basically, the Matchsticks sound like an explosion in a disco factory, or possibly what you'd hear emanating from a burning Ford 1982 Cortina after it's ploughed into the front doors of The Garage after reversing, out-of- control down Sauchiehall Street." - jockrock.org
Tonight following their UK tour The Matchsticks visit the note to launch their new single: 'All your Secrets/Vacant Stare' b/w 'Months and Money'. It WILL hit the shops like a synth-pop bomb on the 27th of February 2006 (today). Available on 7" and CD through One Records. You should buy it cos it's dead good.
www.flyingmatchstickmen.com
www.myspace.com/thematchsticks
Tuesday 28 ***GIG OF THE MONTH***
The End of the Month Club: ***THE FOURTH BIRTHDAY PARTY***
BOZiLLA (celebrating their five year anniversary) / THRIFTSHOP XL / BABY GOD (pictured) / FIREBRAND BOY
Bozilla host the night with guests and of course the traditional birthday games and goodie bags will be in evidence.. to claim a goody bag be one of the firts 50 lucky punters through the doors. 9pm - 12pm - £3
http://www.eotmc.com
http://www.bozilla.co.uk
http://www.firebrandboy.co.uk
http://www.geocities.com/babygodtheband/
