9th April saw the American invasion of Darling Waste and they brought with them the amazing Nineplanfailed and Our Innocence Lost.
Our Innocence lost started the night in awesome form with their catchy anthemic pop punk with a hard rock edge and great on-stage presence. Mixing melodic vocals with the occasional guttural scream and some awesome left-handed guitar playing and a striking front-man, they are a band that have got it all. They brought enough gear on stage to put an aeroplane cockpit to shame and impressed the audience with some natty pieces of kit like their light-up see-through guitar. Check them out here!
Gig organizers, all round awesome guys and wicked band Nineplanfailed were up next. With a genre all to themselves – it simple, inspiring, different, alternative and addictive! Fronted by the commanding Dim with the wolverine-esq sideburns, they produce music that is unlike anything else around at the moment. They finished their set with Die, Dionysis! with chants of Die, Die, Die from the crowd. Awesome …Check them out here!
Last but by no means lease- the much awaited Darling waste hailing from Brooklyn with their eccentric front-man who earlier in the night had entertained us all by fronting Our Innocence lost and performing a cross-over song of Poker Face by Lady Gaga. Mixing both melancholic rock with melodic riffs, they use a backing track with more involved songs as they don’t have a bassist. They performed a brand new song called ‘Tonight I Saved my Life’ . They have a new album out on Yellow Fish records which was recorded in the UK and they are a testament to DIY bands as they are constantly touring – next tour is Europe and Japan and they have been featured on MTV! Check them out here!
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3rd April saw hopefully the first of many Acoustic /showcase nights at The Green Rooms. After the line-up changing just a few times it finally settled on Moonface and the Familiar Shapes being supported by The Rape Stains, Sarah and Leah and Mikey Bones!
Up first was Mikey Bones, it was his first gig without the backup of a band which seemed to dawn him just before he went on – but this did not mar a marvelous performance by the singer/songwriter. Mike (if you have ever met him) is a thoroughly likable character who loves to play guitar and record his own music whenever he can. He had a melodic, somber songwriting style with reflective bittersweet lyrics. Try to get his 3 track demo its really good. Check him out HERE
Sarah and Leah – a fantastic acoustic duo, were up next. This very young pair are incredibly talented for their age, brimming with confidence Leah’s vocals were strong and bang on whilst Sarah’s guitar playing could not be faulted. Playing acoustic covers of popular songs such as Poker face by Lady Gaga and Jenny Don’t be Hasty by Paolo Nutini, they got the crowd singing, dancing and begging for more! They finished the set with Sarah playing her Ukulele to a cover of Build me up Buttercup to a rapturous applause. Awesome…check them out HERE
Strangely named, off the wall acoustic duo The Rape Stains graced the stage next. It was their one and only show and a fine job they did too! Wicked songs with some excellent songwriting they sing up-beat tunes with bleak lyrics reminiscent of the excellent songwriting skills of Morrissey they are really good live and fantastic to listen to. An unconventional duo with Tariq on Guitar and Vocals with Jodie on her Frankenstein of a two string bass they are wickedly good – shame they won’t be gigging again together soon -we’d like to see more! Check them out HERE
Headlining the night were the awesome Moonface and the Familiar Shapes, a band thats a little bit differnent with an acoustic guitar/kazoo/harmonica playing frontman with a full electric band behind him. A band who swing from mellow indie to heavy rock, and a tool influence is noticable. They pull off some awesome three part vocals and are and established band that play really well together. They played one of their newer songs ‘Mid Twenties Crisis’ with the aid of a Kazoo, they also played a more heavier acoustic song called ‘The Familiar Shape’. A really excellent live band check them out HERE
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This Concept started an awesome evening put together by Our Chance to Dance with Party Naked Promotions better known as Big Al and Phillip Cross. A band with amazingly heavy riffs and guttural angry vocals they kicked off the night well, they performed a heavy cover of Lady Gaga’s Poker Face which went down well. Their current E.P is up on their Myspace for free download so go HERE to take a look
Up next The Last Broadcast.. (Soon to be Green Rooms regulars) these guys really know how to get the night going and got everyone up for a full on mosh pit. Heavy as hell, some songs are reminiscent of early God Forbid but much, much heavier. It was Jim (The Guitarists) Birthday and after rendition of ‘Happy Birthday’ they played a song off their new EP and mucho moshing ensued. Check out their EP and Myspace here …well worth a listen
This Legion from the Midlands an awesome band ….Screamish, angry guttural vocals, fast as hell drumming (made us sweat just watching!) they had a few songs that were reminiscent of Extreme Noise Terror with vicious beat downs. They really got the crowd ready for the headliners and kicked off the two-stepping, wild arm swinging mosh pit from hell. They played a new song for the first time live which went down awesomely, they also have a new EP out (get it now) and are a great live band check them out HERE
Finally up were Desolated…. the nicest guys ever but when they hit the stage they change into a super heavy hardcore metal band. Starting the night off with a fair amount of on-stage bouncing, it was mosh central at the Green Rooms. From the start of the sound check these guys are awesomely entertaining, the drummer with his sonic boom sound effects sending shock-waves through the building and some wicked dancing and rock posing from the rest of the band. They set the crowd off and the moshing was so intense that some poor guy had to be removed after knocking himself out. Desolated came and conquered, they are an awesome band who could headline anywhere. Get their tshits (neat selection of colours) and their wicked CD at their site HERE …make sure you go and see them!
We are most definitely looking forward to the next Our Chance to Dance with Party Naked Promotions on the 24th April….see you there!
After the closure of of the Mountain Ash pub which was supposed to be hosting the Mountain Ash festival, rehearsal room regulars Red Rock Club decided to hold their first show to friends and family at The Green Rooms. The group- a bunch of talented musicians and thoroughly nice guys (and raving perfectionists!) entertained the crowd with their well performed covers. With a set list of old favorites (that got the crowd singing) to some lesser known classics and one or two modern hits they are a well practiced band that are very good at what they do! An excellent afternoon was had by all- lets hope they’ll gigging more in the near future! Check out Red Rock Club here!
2 7th March saw an amazing night set up and run by High Demand, a wicked band with some great music and a keen ability to set up gig nights!
Kicking off the night were the amazing Clay Statues – Although we were a little confused by them kicking off mid- sound check, they blew everyone away and started the night awesomely with their punky-Dead Kennedys sound, they thrash out minimalist punk with only a bassist and a drummer and with no need for anything else! With the wicked front man wielding his bass they performed songs such as Gonna need a bigger boat and an interesting cover of Mamma Mia. They are in-cohorts with the infamous Tantrum Label and are doing some wicked stuff. Check them out HERE!
Next up were The Nukes, punk to the core these guys are very experienced – With the same drummer as clay Statues (the happiest drummer alive – see photos!)and with the interesting and well placed addition of a keyboard they bash out some proper punk anthems, its catchy, its foot stomping and they are awesome, performing songs such as ‘Lifeblood’ that got the crowd singing along. Check them out HERE!
Gung Ho got here just on time for their set – a noisy (we like it!) 3 piece they have a grunge-punk sound which can only be described as early Nirvana with a punky edge, with shouty vocals and stints of guitar annoyance they are a great live band. They have a 7-track EP out called ‘Zit Slap’ and is available from their Myspace site HERE. If their live stuff is anything to go by it should be awesome go and check them out!
High Demand slowed things down and brought a mellow end to the night, but these guys certainly didn’t let up on the energy levels, they have a rock edge and are growing into a mature and experienced band. It was noticeable that they have matured as a band since we last saw them – they are now a tight band with good stage presence and the addition of a bassist has seemed to have helped them progress musically. They were nagged by the crowd for at least 4 encores and much to the delight of everyone they seemed happy to oblige – two thumbs up for their wicked new bassist who managed to keep up with some songs that he hadn’t played before. Check them out HERE
An awesome thanks needs to go out to High Demand for setting up the night and for doing a wicked job of it!
20th March, the day the skies around Treforest turned Black as 4 metal bands descending upon the Green rooms with their own brands of ear assault, maniac drummers, 6 string wielding axemen and wild frontmen.
First up to the challenge were Outgunned. Metal with varying tempos, big frontman striking his bass whilst giving us heavy gruffy vocals, with songs like “Out numbered”. This is heavy thrash with a technical edge, lots of changes within songs (songs within songs???), the guitarist constantly swaying and banging his head wildly whilst shredding. Check this band out HERE.
Next up were the mental metalcore band ‘This is Suffering’. Energetic, heavy and intricate guitar work with heavy beat downs. An angry frontman striding up and down projecting his voice around the room whilst the rest of the band play a really tight set behind him. They are currently recording a 5 track E.P. which will soon be released upon the world. Check them out HERE
On next were Darksite. Reminded us of Spineshank vs Pantera in a cage match. Riffs from hell thanks to Adz, sporting his one of a kind DBZ guitar and fed through his Large chrome box producing a crazy sound, which he called a Diamond amp. Double bass kick drum beats followed by raging vocals give this 4 piece an extra edge, waiting on a new demo to be produced, check em out HERE.
Last but not least were the mighty and very experienced Fell on Black Days, flawless (minus the promoting of a gig elsewhere). Hard hitting drums, beaten down bass, talented guitarists, mental frontman, blasting out heavy heavy (that heavy we have to say it twice!) songs as “Bring out your dead” and “Promises, Promises”, dedicating the last song to Darksite “Bone of contention”. Check these guys out HERE.
We were well excited about his one and deservedly so! As the troupe of Sicknote descended on The Green Rooms with their numerous members, drivers, entourage and fans and a hefty projector the fun began. Sicknote are a wicked band who are an awesomely amiable bunch of chaps, their compare for the evening Ninjah is the most friendly and chatty guy and one of Cardiff’s best known eccentrics, you may have seen him around Cardiff one or twice! Their Artwork was put together by the wonderful Norris Nuvo and their support was in the form of the witty singer/songwriter Cosmo and DJ Tommy Tank. They also brought along with them their devoted band of followers who were a truly awesome crowd.
Kicking the night off and introduced by Ninjah was a selection of films made by the awesome artist Norris Nuvo, a prominent Welsh artist and film maker who has not only taught graphic and multimedia design but has edited and produced graphic artwork for various universities. He lends himself to the artwork of Sicknote and does a bloody good job – producing work that both sums up the band and their music. Its well worth checking out his artwork and short films here http://www.norrisnuvo.co.uk.
With his unique one man with a guitar act, Cosmo mixes political folk with witty humour, catchy sing-a-long choruses and a bit of beatboxing in the mix. This guy is like a one man band except much more entertaining both lyrically and musically. He has previously shared the stage with some big-hitters such as the Manic Street Preachers and Pete Doherty and has performed at Glastonbury so we were lucky to have him at The Green Rooms. Cosmo is a true entertainer with an exceptional stage presence and music talent. He conveys his messages well through song and keeps the crowd going with his stand-up style wit. He got the crowd ready for Sicknote with such catchy numbers as ‘Im a suicide bomber in your heart’ and finished on a high with ‘Oi mush’ that got everyone singing along. His latest album is out now and called ‘Citizen Smith’ go and check Cosmo out HERE and get a copy!
DJ Tommy Tank got the crowd moving next – It was his birthday and was in fine form. Mixing on the spot he’s a excellent DJ with amazing skills on the decks. He’ll be doing a special live mix on the 21st April on The Sandwich Show on Brapp.FM. Click HERE for a link to the Sandwich Show and click HERE for a link to DJ Tommy Tanks site.
The much awaited Sicknote were up next and blew the crowd away with their mind-boggling mix of visuals and catchy beats they are an amazing band who get the crowd moving every time. They are a band that you really have to see live to appreciate the weird and wonderfulness that is Sicknote. Johan Flapsandwich provides the banging mixes with Filthy keeping immaculate time on the drums. Johnny No Cash sorts the awesome visuals, Doghouse is the vocal extraordinaire and their crazy dancers Doktor Conker and Sparticus provide the on-stage entertainment. They don’t fit into any box or genre and that’s what makes them completely different to any other band. These are most definitely one of the best bands we have ever seen live. Awesome guys + awesome visuals +awesome music = a thoroughly awesome night! HERE is a link to Sicknote Site and HERE is a link to their Tantrum label.
Last but not least we ahve to thank the wierdly wonderful Ninjah for comparing and generally entertaining the crowd for the evening. Sporting the best earings I have ever seen and munching cake – he’s an all-round lovely chap! HERE is a link to the wonderful world of Ninjah!
A big thanks also goes out the John Ninnis for filming some extraordinary video of the evening which can be seen below:
The Marvelous guys from Kill it with Fire stepped in a the last minute and did an excellent job. As always their upbeat sound which can only be summed up as awesomely punky with melodic overtones did the trick, its hard to believe that they are only on their second gig, they seem to have lots more gigs in the pipeline and I’m sure they’ll blow everyone away- They are full of energy, a delight to watch and thoroughly nice guys! Check out their facebook site here and catch them live if you can!
Purple Thursday then stole the show with their catchy pop-punk tunes with a heavy rocky edge. An amazing band who are talented and well versed at playing live like pros. They write catchy songs that get lodged in your brain (like Adore and Only time will tell -both on their myspace). For a young band they are expressing themselves well through excellent songwriting and onstage presence, they finished up with their rocky versions of a medley of “Sweet Home Alabama” & “Summer of 69″, Check them out on their myspace page here!
Finishing in the night were This Isn’t Hollywood, a nice group of lads (and a lady!) from Newport. With an incredibly polished myspace site and nicely recorded tunes, these guys are inexperienced at playing live but nevertheless gave it some and with great enthusiasm, although they gave a short set. The lead vocalist has certainly got a voice and a pair of lungs on her and belted out tunes such as Liar and So called City. Check them out on their myspace here
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6th March saw a night organized by ATDV with Ella Carrera and Hey! Tonight.
With first support from Hey! Tonight (who will be regulars at The Green Rooms by the end of April!) these guys served up another tasty slab of heavy pop-punk with a hint of hardcore. As always – they are catchy, enjoyable to watch and full of enthusiasm and energy. Check their tunes out here and make sure you get to see them live.
All the Damn Vampires hit the stage next and stunned the audience with their shouty-punk hardcore crossover music. A great band to see live and a band that stand out for doing something musically different. All three members sing and are very talented at their prospective instruments. Playing new songs like ‘Night of the Long Knives’ which is soon to be released on their new EP. They are on tour soon after the EP release so there is no excuse not to see them live! Check them out here, they are awesome!
Headlining the night was the amazing Ella Carrera who travelled all the way from the Midlands. Full on mental metal with two crazy frontmen – these guys are high energy and couldn”t keep still for their entire set. They have been getting rave reviews on their local circuit with good reason, better known in some circles as ‘Hands of Hate’ they are drawing a line under this period with the addition of two new members and a new start! They are looking to release an EP in 2010 so that should be something to get your hands on, and hopefully will provide the stepping stone for them to go full time with Ella Carrera. An apology from us guys for the screwy fire alarm! Check them out here
20th Feb saw Kiss Silver at The Green Rooms supported by Fret to Society and Pretend I Saved the Day, It was a shame that the audience we few and far between as the bands were top notch.
Kicking off the evening was the acoustic solo artist Pretend I Saved the Day, better known as Joe. An act defines melancholy reflective song writing. One song ‘Waves’ particularly stood out and summed up his writing and performance style. He performed a short set, it was a shame he couldn’t stay around to support the other bands on the bill as they were really good! Listen to his tracks here…..
Up next the Awe-inspiring Fret to Society who will soon be changing their name. Originally a five-piece but now a more streamline three piece, these guys are very young but play like pros. They play very energetic, catchy rock songs like MIS and Promises and are a great band to see live, they ooze confidence and play their instruments effortlessly. Try to get to see these guys in action if you can and check them out here. They played out their set with a heavy rock version of ‘Jingle Bells’ – classic!
Finally the headliners Kiss Silver – took to the stage, or took to the floor in their case! Played Some amazingly funky rock with witty interludes by Matt (the bassist). Again another very catchy band that do what they do really well. Save for some technical hitches during their set they bashed on and were thoroughly enjoyable and really nice guys! Check them out here……
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