About us
This is for people who are into new bands and old films, particularly cult and alternative stuff that's relatively affordable. C'mon, do you really want to join two different groups? We also show social online films: we watch something good (and preferably free) online and hang out via WhatsApp while it's on.
We're an open and friendly group, so if you have interesting taste and a willingness to organise people, collar me at an event because I'm looking to build up a group of hosts who are into a diverse range of stuff. In the meantime, if there's something you want to go to, say so in the Discussions and I'll see what I can do.
Three other points: 1) If you want to go to something it's best to book early, these events often sell out (yes, even the movies), 2) If you come to an event and can't find anyone, post on the event page and we'll look for you, and 3) If you can't make it, make sure to change your RSVP to No beforehand because we have a three strikes policy for no shows - as in three strikes and you're out.
Upcoming events
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Nighttime
The George Tavern, 373 Commercial Road, London, GBNighttime is the nom de plume of California's Eva Louise Goodman, who's a little hippieish and a bit folky, but whose music is darker and dreamier than that might suggest. Listen for yourself.
Snake Eyes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNhvIPQV0XY
Cali-for-ni-a: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9DiWcMph4I
When the Wind is Blowing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKevJuU5Oh0
Support comes from two more acoustic singer-songwriters with a touch of darkness and ambience, Josephine Illingworth and Sophia Hansen-Knarhoi. Tickets are £12 and available here. Doors are half seven, I'll probably get there around eight.
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Slift
Islington Assembly Hall, Upper Street, N1 2UD, London, GBFrench prog metal isn't usually this group's thing, but Slift were one of the highlights of End of the Road a couple of years ago, where they put on a revelatory performance full of fire and brimstone. Think huge riffs aplenty, played at rapid pace by a threesome that can really play and really move. The response, from a crowd not generally disposed to this kind of music, was very enthusiastic. Here are some samples:
Ilion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNUTVzkRm8M
Heavy Road: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJYEbyRfMKY
Ummon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJG0AJJQuU0
You don't really need more than that, do you? Tickets are apparently selling fast but available here. I'm in the standing section: https://dice.fm/event/7dgnv9-slift-13th-dec-islington-assembly-hall-london-tickets
We can meet at 7pm for a pint at the Vineyard across the road and head in afterwards.
(Photo courtesy of Ryan Hickson)
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