Tag Archives: The Ritz

Fylde under nature – talking The Membranes’ new record and much more with John Robb

Posted on June 5, 2019 by

It’s 35 years since music writer, Louder Than War founder and Membranes/Goldblade bass player/vocalist John Robb left the ‘Tatty Seaside Town’ later celebrated on 1988’s Kiss Ass … Godhead! LP. But he clearly still has plenty of time for his … Continue reading →

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Public Service Broadcasting / Smoke Fairies – The Ritz, Manchester

Posted on May 1, 2015 by

It’s ironic that the night we decided to do without the car and took the train to Manchester, my better half and I were let down by public transport. Not so much Public Service Broadcasting as Replacement Bus Service, cheated … Continue reading →

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The Subways – Manchester, The Ritz (May 8th, 2012)

Posted on May 9, 2012 by

There’s always been something about the notion of a three-piece band and how unexpectedly powerful such a stripped-down unit can be. Forget all the added extras. All you really need is bass, guitar and drums. The Jam are an obvious … Continue reading →

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