The Monochrome Set return to Bristol, playing The Louisiana for the first time.

The band feature original Monochrome Set members Bid (guitar/vocals) and Andy Warren (bass) with Athen Ayren on keyboards and Dave Morgan on drums.

The Monochrome Set formed in 1978, and were heavily influential in the post-punk scene that evolved after the initial scorched earth of punk.

The band's early releases were on the legendary Rough Trade Label before signing with Virgin offshoot Din Disc. They also released several albums on the Cherry Red label, making a notable appearance on that labels' well known "Pillows and Prayers" compilation.

Though The Monochrome Set split in 1985 the next decade saw several reunions for both live gigs and further studio recordings. After a hiatus of over a decade the band reformed full time in 2010 and have since toured all over the UK, Europe, Japan and the USA, whilst also releasing eight, new, critically acclaimed, studio albums.

Now in their 48th year, they are beginning a new series of gigs promoting their new album and playing songs from throughout that time..

CANDYMOUSE

Ever wondered what the love child of 80's indie also-rans Mousefolk and the Candy Darlings would sound like? Well, wonder no longer

THE PURE FINDERS

Formerly known as ‘Bush and Fey’ The Pure Finders are a development thereof, with Jules Thomas now on board to provide sustainable solutions on saxophone, clarinet and singing.

Old and new songs will be mingled into a pot pourri of musical mayhem (we hope). Their album, ‘Carmen Miranda’s Teeth’ may be released, but all in good time.

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