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Tommy Shots

Tommy Shots are driven by the Grohl-esque beats of drummer Jordan Millar, and perfect partner A.J on bass creating a backline of pure sound, along with the tantalising fret play of Michael Norton topped of with the charismatic screams of frontman Alan Neill! Formed early June 2007, Tommy Shots began writing material inspired by their musical interests, drawing from Hard Rock, Grunge and Blues. Quickly bonding in the studio and on stage putting together an impressive set, 2007 also saw the first E.

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Farago

(Taken from myspace)
Farago are an explosive high-energy five-piece band hailing from Derry, Northern Ireland.
Their sound is an eclectic fusion of genres into melodic rock with unique live chemistry and counterpart harmonies.
Together now for three years, Farago have established their selves as a hard working live act in the Northern Irish music scene by building up a fan base throughout the country. In this time Farago have been gigging extensively all over the country and further a field.

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The Japanese Popstars

The Japanese Popstars are an electro dance act from Derry, Northern Ireland. The group were formed after a number of drunken nights talking about the idea. Finally, after attending a number of big music festivals, such as Oxegen and Glastonbury, they were inspired to create their own music. Each DJ has his own alias. The act were nominated for Best House DJs at the 2006 World Urban Music Awards, Best Live Performance at the 2007 N.

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Our Krypton Son

Our Krypton Son aka Christopher McConaghy from derry, northern ireland, cut his teeth as guitarist for infamous, Mercury Records signings Red Organ Serpent Sound. Light years apart from the bombastic bedlam of ROSS, Our Krypton Son marries sublimely melodic indie music with svelte vocals reminiscent of Rufus Wainwright and Jeff Buckley. Subtle and beautiful, Our Krypton Son has already picked up airplay from Radio 1 and critical acclaim for his captivating live shows. Video
Our Krypton Son - Catalonian Love Song

Read more about Our Krypton Son on Last.fm.

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Conor Mason

MYSPACE Conor Mason, born August 27, 1981, is an Irish singer-songwriter from Derry. Having learned classical piano from the age of 8, he soon progressed to a variety of other instruments including Guitar, drums and harmonica.
On leaving school Conor followed a music production course at a local college where he began playing in bands and learning the art of recording. It was around this time that Conor played in a band called Gentle Ben. Soon after they split, Conor began recording songs for his first solo project.

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Jetplane Landing

Jetplane Landing are a four piece band from Derry (Northern Ireland) and London (England). They comprise Andrew Ferris (Lead Vocals/Guitar), Jamie Burchell (Bass/Vocals), Cahir O’Doherty (Guitar/Vocals) and Raife Burchell (Drums). Jamie and Raife are brothers. Their musical influences include - At The Drive-In (the band's name comes from an observation that At The Drive-In sounded like a jet plane landing, made by a band friend) Helmet, Soundgarden, Blues Explosion, Fugazi, Shellac, Big Black, Pavement, Rage Against The Machine, AC/DC, Robbie Robertson, Bruce Springsteen and Elvis Costello.

Jetplane Landing on Last.fm.

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