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The British-Ugandan’s latest track is a burst of fast-paced pop which promises to raise eyebrows and get your foot tapping...
- 14 Jun 2017
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Leicester’s finest release first single from their forthcoming album and announce tour details, which includes three nights at The Forum...
- 17 Mar 2017
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‘The Institute Presents: Neurosociety’ sees the Talking Heads frontman David Byrne working in collaboration with the portfolio manager Mala Gaonkar...
- 4 Oct 2016
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Former Talking Heads songwriter David Byrne’s second musical takes the story of the French heroine and saint as it’s inspiration...
- 22 May 2016
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Wistful pop debut by these Brisbane newcomers adds an explosion of pastel colours and decorates 2016 in new wave clothing...
- 22 Mar 2016
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A wonderfully rhythmic sixth long-player by brothers Peter and David Brewis adds jerky funk to their usual art pop palette...
- 8 Feb 2016
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