Francis Smith, Author at Counteract – Music | News | Food

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January 31, 2016 Francis Smith

Interview: Swerve talk about their latest release

The local noisemongers chat to us ahead of their new EP release.

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January 31, 2016 Francis Smith

Review: Sun Club’s flawless set resonates with Sunflower Lounge crowd

Embarking on a headline tour of the UK, The Sunflower Lounge is first to play host to dynamic whirlwinds Sun Club.

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January 31, 2016 Francis Smith

Vant to headline our 6th birthday bash at The Sunflower Lounge

We’re turning six this April and what better way to celebrate than with one of our favourite new bands?!

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January 31, 2016 Francis Smith

Review: Golden Void bring psychedelic blues to Digbeth

Golden Void have managed to break through the barrier of musical stereotype by delivering albums that sound familiar yet refreshingly new at the same time.

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January 29, 2016 Francis Smith

Review: The Libertines return to Birmingham with aplomb

There had already been a fair bit of hype for this gig since the last minute warm up gig at the intimate Coventry Empire.

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January 27, 2016 Francis Smith

Review: Dilly Dally show off raw garage-punk at the Hare & Hounds

Embarking on their first ever UK tour, Dilly Dally were primed to level expectations.

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January 24, 2016 Francis Smith

Review: Ocean Colour Scene bring it home to The Irish Centre

The applause and cheering are deafening, grins are wide and hands are high.

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January 23, 2016 Francis Smith

Review: Victories At Sea return to home of album launch with flawless set

This is Tmrw present three band bill featuring local Flamingo Flame, Manchester’s Horsebeach and Victories At Sea as headline at Hare & Hounds, Kings Heath.