REVIEW: Villagers @ Colchester Arts Centre, 19th May 2011

by Henry Cooksey 24. May 2011 21:41
Conor O’Brien’s in high spirits, and why shouldn’t he be? It’s early on in his band’s new tour; he’s just spent two weeks with one of the country’s biggest bands, and he’s got several festivals lined up this summer, but, perhaps even more importantly, ... [More]

FESTIVAL COVERAGE: The Great Escape 2011, Brighton - 12th-14th May 2011

by Stella Man 15. May 2011 15:15
Capturing the sounds of developing acts amongst those who are fairly established is an appealing outlook for Brighton's, The Great Escape Festival. With accommodation not on camping sites, and coverage of music across venues, these are just a few of its traits that are marked with fondness among... [More]

Villagers @ Preston 53 Degrees: 09/05/11

by Harry Moore 10. May 2011 14:30
Trying to find the words to describe a Villagers gig is much like trying to find a teenager passionate about the ‘AV debate’. Conor O’Brien has seen his Villagers project receive huge praise and critical acclaim from every possible direction. His debut album, ‘Becomin... [More]

More acts named for Field Day 2011 + exclusive Carl Craig performance

by Stella Man 6. April 2011 17:56
The one day festival at Victoria Park, have announced the additional names that are scheduled to grace the surroundings of East London this August.   First up on the radar is Domino Records' Irish band, Villagers.  A band with a heightened appeal from their debut album, 'Becoming ... [More]

More acts announced + HMV's Next Big Thing to join The Great Escape 2011 - 12th-14th May 2011

by Stella Man 3. March 2011 18:43
  More names confirmed for the year's official start to the festival season include London's electro rapper, Example.  The name behind last year's memorable 'Kickstarts' from the album, 'Won't Go Quietly'.  And with talk of his third album on the horizon, ready for s... [More]

The Great Escape festival on 12th-14th May 2011 - line up so far + Super Early Bird tickets £35 until 15th Feb

by Stella Man 26. January 2011 17:55
Brighton's, The Great Escape is to kick off the festival season between the 12th-14th May with its mixture of current musical talent and its array of emerging new artists.  And what better way to enjoy it then to take advantage of the Super Early Bird 3 Day Festival tickets&nbs... [More]

Barclaycard Mercury Prize Awards Show - Who Will Win 2010 Album of the Year?

by Gig Junkie 2. September 2010 11:46
The Barclaycard Mercury Prize Awards Show is being held next Tuesday, 7 September in London. The event will feature performances from this year’s shortlisted artists and will culminate in the announcement of the overall winner of the 2010 Barclaycard Mercury Prize for Album of the Year.The A... [More]

REVIEW: Noah And The Whale + Villagers @ Somerset House, 10th July 2010

by Louise Bruton 12. July 2010 11:49
Somerset House is easily one of the most beautiful venues I have ever set foot in. The 18th Century house has a regal air to it which infects its visitors as they come prepared with picnic blankets, sip politely on Swedish cider and chat about cricket and tennis. Probably. It's all very quaint an... [More]

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