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Theatre Of Hate

21 concerts

British gothic post-punks Theatre of Hate formed in 1980, led by singer/songwriter Kirk Brandon. Their debut Westworld (produced by Mick Jones of the Clash) hit the UK Top 20 and spawned the Top 40 single "Do You Believe in the Westworld?".

Peter Hook and The Light

15 concerts

Peter Hook and The Light, formed in 2010, is an English post-punk and new wave band led by Joy Division and New Order co-founder Peter Hook. They are celebrated for performing classic albums like "Unknown Pleasures" and "Power, Corruption & Lies" live. Known for Hook's influential bass style, their repertoire includes iconic songs such as "Love Will Tear Us Apart" and "Blue Monday," continuing the legacy of his groundbreaking work.

Cast

6 concerts

Britpop-era British guitar band Cast formed in 1994 by ex-La’s singer John Power with Liam Tyson, Peter Wilkinson and Keith O’Neill. Signed to Polydor, debut album All Change (1995) hit the UK Top 10; known for singles “Fine Time,” “Alright” and “Walkaway.”

Tom Hingley

1 concert

Tom Hingley is a lead singer with Oldham band The Inspiral Carpets (1989–2011), singing on 10 Top 40 hits including This is How It Feels and Saturn Five. Since 1999 he’s released solo and band records, from Keep Britain Untidy (2000) to Hymns for the Hungry (2020).

The Wedding Present

21 concerts

Formed in 1985, The Wedding Present are known for honest love songs and whirlwind guitars. They’ve scored 18 Top 40 singles, matched Elvis’ “most hits in a year” with 1992’s Hit Parade series, and worked with Steve Albini on Seamonsters.

The Farm

Liverpool band The Farm were championed by John Peel, recording five BBC sessions. Suggs produced their 1984 single Hearts & Minds. They scored UK Top 5 hits Groovy Train and All Together Now; 1991 album Spartacus hit No. 1.