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Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · 2d

NEW! 'My Generation: Punk-Pop Star Elizabeth Westwood Talks Billy Idol, The Sex Pistols & A-List Supergroups'

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**XGenerationX play The Trades Club on 11th November. Also appearing on the night, Herbie May of The Lounge Society and Alastair Bentley**

My Generation: Punk-Pop Star Elizabeth Westwood Talks Billy Idol, Sex Pistols & A-List Supergroups

What do you get if you put a legendary punk drummer with a founding member of Spandau Ballet and throw a gutsy rockabilly songstress into the mix? Answer: XGenerationX. We caught up with the new su…

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · 10d

‘Miss Belief’: Rebecca Spooner, Album Review & Interview

The remarkable debut album by Rebecca Spooner captures the intimacy of home recording while exploring some highly ambitious songcraft. Here’s our take on it, with exclusive insights from Rebecca herself.

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‘Miss Belief’: Rebecca Spooner, Album Review & Interview

‘Miss Belief’, the remarkable debut album by Rebecca Spooner, captures the intimacy of home recording while exploring some highly ambitious songcraft. Here’s our take on it, with …

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · 19d

NEW FEATURE! ‘Cos We’re Gonna Be Big: Introducing… Atlas

Meet the indie-rock five-piece from Rochdale who are whipping up a storm with their potent mix of 70s riffs and jangly pop.

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‘Cos We’re Gonna Be Big: Introducing… Atlas

Meet the indie-rock five-piece from Rochdale who are whipping up a storm with their potent mix of 70s riffs and jangly pop.

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · 24d

NEW! Album Review: Fishing 4 Compliments – ‘Lost In Good Intentions’

On their second album, the Huddersfield band led by singer-songwriter Eileen Alanna, traverse many universal emotions and, ultimately, create a warm and joyous sense of belonging.

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Album Review: Fishing 4 Compliments – ‘Lost In Good Intentions’

On their second album, the Huddersfield band, led by singer-songwriter Eileen Alanna, traverse many universal emotions and, ultimately, create a warm and joyous sense of belonging.

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · 24d

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · 24d

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Gigs For October
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Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Sep 26

NEW! Living The Dream: Mik Artistik – Interview

As part of a series of Town Festival interviews, Niamh Robinson chatted to the eccentric Irish-born artist and performer, Mik Artistik, about fashion, his unique history as a creative, moving to England and more.

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Living The Dream: Mik Artistik – Interview

As part of a series of Town Festival interviews, Niamh Robinson chatted to the eccentric Irish-born artist and performer, Mik Artistik, about fashion, his unique history as a creative, moving to En…

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Sep 19

NEW INTERVIEW! Making It Personal: Katie Spencer On Her Introspective New Album

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Katie will be playing a special full-band show at The Trades Club on October 2nd, the northern launch event for the album, which comes out the following day.

Making It Personal: Katie Spencer On Her Introspective New Album – Interview

The deeply heartfelt nature of Katie’s astonishing third album, What Love Is, sees her baring all as she explores themes of love and adoption. We caught up with Katie on the eve of her 37-date UK t…

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Sep 13

Drone-Folkist Ben McElroy Talks Collabs and the Calder Valley

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It’s been a busy year for Ben McElroy, one that's seen the ambient soundscape artist branch out into new realms. Ahead of his show at The Puzzle, we spoke to Ben about the inspirations behind his creative burst.

Interview: Drone-Folkist Ben McElroy Talks Collabs and the Calder Valley

It’s been a busy year for Ben McElroy, one that has seen the ambient soundscape artist branch out into new realms. Ahead of his show at The Puzzle, the starting point for his autumn tour, we …

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Sep 4

NEW! Interview: Goa Express Singer, C Douglas, Opens Up On Exciting New Solo Career

Splitting his time between Todmorden and Paris, James Douglas Clarke has struck upon a new-found creative sparkle that is less indie-rock and more synth-pop.

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Interview: Goa Express Singer, C Douglas, Opens Up On Exciting New Solo Career

Splitting his time between Todmorden and Paris, James Douglas Clarke has struck upon a new-found creative sparkle that is less indie-rock and more synth-pop.

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Sep 3

NEW FEATURE! Live Music - 10 Gig Picks For September

This month, future-proofed ghetto funk, quirky indie-popsters from Canada, an experimental four-speaker surround sound extravaganza and more. Here’s our speedy guide to the region’s best of the best live music.

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Live: 10 Gig Picks For September

This month, future-proofed ghetto funk, quirky indie-popsters from Canada, an experimental four-speaker surround sound extravaganza and more. Here’s our speedy guide to the region’s best of the bes…

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Sep 2

NEW FEATURE: 'One In A Billion: What It Means To Become A Trades Club Member'

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More than just an iconic grassroots music venue, The Trades Club has an intrinsic purpose - a socialist agenda - that runs deep.

One In A Billion: What It Means To Become A Trades Club Member

Hailed by The Guardian as “the hippest venue in the north”, there’s no debating the Trades Club does live music exceptionally well. But it is much more than that. The Trades Club has an underlying,…

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Aug 27

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Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Aug 12

LIVE REVIEW: W.H. Lung, The Golden Lion

Dave Leggett reports on an emotional night in Todmorden where W.H Lung headlined a fundraising event for Keith McIvor – JD Twitch of Optimo (Espacio) – who has been diagnosed with a terminal brain tumour.

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Live Review: W.H. Lung, The Golden Lion

Dave Leggett reports on an emotional night in Todmorden where W.H Lung headlined a fundraising event for Keith McIvor – JD Twitch of Optimo (Espacio) – who has been diagnosed with a ter…

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Aug 6

NEW! Back To Your Roots: Sigue Sigue Sputnik and Starcat guitarist Neal X – Interview

Ahead of Starcat’s gig at The Trades Club, we spoke to the rockabilly supergroup’s guitarist Neal X about his time in Sputnik and his love of quirky venues.

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Back To Your Roots: Sigue Sigue Sputnik and Starcat guitarist Neal X – Interview

Ahead of Starcat’s gig at The Trades Club, we spoke to the rockabilly supergroup’s guitarist Neal X about his time in Sigue Sigue Sputnik and his love of quirky independent venues.

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Jul 31

10 sensational local GIGS in August that will very likely improve your wellbeing.

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Live: 10 Gig Picks For August

This month, US indie bigwigs, a shoegaze-punk album launch, Brazilian ska, primordial rock and more. Here’s our speedy guide to the region’s best of the best live music in August.

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Jul 17

Weekend Gigs: And it's a big one....

There's the Do-It-Together all-dayer at The Puzzle, all organised by a new Youth Music collective.

And The Incident play a sold out single launch show at The Trades.

And and and.....

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go, go, go.

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Jul 17

NEW MUSIC REVIEW: The Incident’s Explosive Second Single ‘Red Flag Ruby’

The enthralling Halifax band ramp up their glam-pop credentials and bathe in rock-nostalgia for a meticulously-crafted new release.

Out 18th July. Launch show at The Trades (sold out).

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Review: The Incident’s Explosive Second Single ‘Red Flag Ruby’

The enthralling Halifax band, The Incident, ramp up their glam-pop credentials and bathe in rock-nostalgia for their meticulously-crafted new release.

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Jul 14

NEW: 'Landmark All-Dayer For Grassroots Youth Music Collective'

The Puzzle plays host to a full day of live music on Sat 19th July, all organised by a group of local young musicians, technicians and promoters. We take a look at some of the bands on a packed bill.

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Landmark All-Dayer For Grassroots Youth Music Collective

The Puzzle in Sowerby Bridge plays host to a full day of live music on Sat 19th July, all organised by a group of local young musicians, technicians and promoters. We take a look at some of the ban…

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Jul 11

NEW! 'Jazzing Up Halifax - The Grayston Unity Presents September Jazz Weekend'

The guys at The Grayston sure are busy this summer. Their latest announcement? A new jazz weekender. Here’s Niamh Robinson, the venue’s content producer, digging into the detail...

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Jazzing Up Halifax – The Grayston Unity Presents September Jazz Weekend

The guys at The Grayston sure are busy this summer. Their latest announcement? A new jazz weekender. Here’s Niamh Robinson, the venue’s content producer, digging into the detail.

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Jul 2

NEW! Grayston Unity and Launchpad Team Up To Get You ‘Out Of Your Comfort Zone’

The Grayston has announced a new, exciting, genre-busting series of gigs, collectively entitled 'Comfort Zone'. Here we take a look at some of the fresh-faced artists they’ve got in store.

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Grayston Unity and Launchpad Team Up To Get You ‘Out Of Your Comfort Zone’

The Grayston Unity has announced a new, exciting, genre-busting series of gigs. Here we take a look at some of the fresh-faced featured artists they’ve got in store.

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Jun 30

NEW! Beku – ‘I See You Lurking’: Review and Interview

We caught up with Halifax-based musician and spoken word artist Beku to discuss the inspirations behind his debut EP.

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Beku – ‘I See You Lurking’: Review and Interview

We caught up with Halifax-based musician and spoken word specialist Beku to discuss the inspirations behind his debut EP.

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Jun 27

NEW: “Created in solidarity, fuelled by grief, driven by hope” – Molly Tilston & The Ceasefire Choir

Local folk star Molly Tilston talks about her inspiring new project, The Ceasefire Choir, which aims to raise funds for medical aid in Palestine.

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“Created in solidarity, fuelled by grief, driven by hope” – Molly Tilston & The Ceasefire Choir

We spoke to local folk star Molly Tilston about her inspiring new project with The Ceasefire Choir, which is raising urgent funds for medical aid in Palestine, and how she’s found new creativity in…

Dirty Sunbeams @dirtysunbeams.bsky.social · Jun 27

WEEKEND GIGS: Grayston's Aussie double-bill, feat indie-pop risers Holiday Mystics (pictured) and The Wattles. Plus, Casino Rockets, Sweet Williams at The Puzzle, Sowerby Festival, Molly Tilston and her Ceasefire Choir and the endearing Josh Rouse.
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