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28 August 2010
The Hamsters play Jimi Hendrix (Concert)
Location: DOUGLAS, Isle of Man - Isle Of Man Guitar Festival : The Royal Hall, Villa Marina, Harris Promenade, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2HJ (Tkts: 01624 600555)
The guitar, bass and drums trio THE HAMSTERS have long been established as one of our premier Blues-Rock attractions, having performed over 4,000 concerts in 24 years. Although usually playing their own brand of rootsy Rock, Blues and Americana - they also perform two full sets of JIMI HENDRIX and ZZ TOP songs (for which they're also widely regarded as being the UK's leading interpreters) at some shows. The band's guitarist/singer Slim had a new interview in GuitaristMagazine recently, and the lads' latest release is a 3-hour double live DVD, titled 'Curse Of The Killer Hamsters!' "They’re fabulous: one of Britain's very best live bands" - Bob Harris, Radio 2 "F****** brilliant!" - Suzi Quatro "Nobody does the music of Jimi Hendrix and ZZ Top better (except the real ZZ Top)" – The Times www.thehamsters.co.uk // www.myspace.com/thehamstersuk // Facebook
The Floyd Effect (Concert)
Time: 18:00:00 to 00:00:00
Location: Pyrford & District Club
The Floyd Effect return to this lovely intimate little venue in Pyrford near Woking. Come along for a close up look at one of the worlds leading Pink Floyd Tributes in action. There will be a surprise adition to their set list for this show. You 1970's era Floyd fans will love this one.
UK Guns N Roses (Concert)
Time: 19:00:00 to 23:30:00
Location: Mr Kyp's Poole
UK Guns N Roses are indisputably the best and most loved Guns N’ Roses tribute band in the UK. Through amazing talent, a heart-stopping accurate live show and after six years of rigorous touring throughout the UK and Europe, the band has captivated sell-out audiences night after night, securing them a large and loyal fan base. This outstanding live stage show is based firmly on the best of the Guns N’ Roses Video performances, encompassing the very best of the Guns N’ Roses era. All the classics are lovingly and accurately replicated live from ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’, ‘Welcome to the Jungle’ and ‘Paradise City’ from the all time classic rock album ‘Appetite For Destruction’ right through to the phenomenal hits like ‘November Rain’, ‘You Could be Mine’ and ‘Live and Let Die’ from the later ‘Use Your Illusion'.
HEATSEEKER & A FOREIGNERS JOURNEY (Concert)
Time: 19:30:00 to 23:30:00
Location: Frontier Club, Batley, West Yorkshire
Two of the greatest Rock tributes in the UK, Heatseeker and A Foreigners Journey pay homage to AC/DC, Foreigner & Journey at the world famous Batley Frontier Club. Tickets £10 advance. Tel. 01924 442122
Faith No Man - Tribute to Faith No More (Tribute Gig.)
Time: 20:00:00 to 23:00:00
Location: Redhill Football Club, Kiln Brow, 3 Arches Road, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 5AE
About faithnoman"Faith No Man" is a tribute to all era's of the recently reformed Faith No More. Born in March 2008 the band boasts ex-members from notable midlands metal bands such as "Streamline" and "Beholder". After a couple of highly successful headline sets in 2008 the band has soared to a higher level of professionalism with dates confirmed far and wide throughout 2009 including Europe. !!!
Dirty/DC - The AC/DC Tribute (Concert)
Time: 21:00:00 to 23:30:00
Location: The Standard, Walthamstow
Dirty/DC have been playing throughout the UK and Europe since 1998 and have developed a lineup and stage show that has made their reputation seriously strong amongst AC/DC fans, whether die hard fanatics or people who just want a good night out.Every visual detail has been fine tuned from the wall of Marshalls to Angus's footwear, but most importantly the music delivery and stage show has an impact regularly described as "Awesome!".Dirty/DC give real value for money with a full 2 hour+ show with all the AC/DC favourites from both Bon and Brian eras.So, if you love AC/DC and really want to rock - Rock up to a Dirty/DC show soon!