Transglobal Underground – One of the country’s best loved festival bands, a techno sound system, a pop group, a club night, a Middle Eastern hit production team…The masters of global fusion are back

Few acts in the UK can demonstrate such a profound influence, a multifaceted legacy, and carry such a mysterious legendary status as Transglobal Underground. From their origins in the dance scene in the early 90s they became one of the country’s best loved festival bands, a techno sound system, a pop group, a club night, a Middle Eastern hit production team, an improvised study group for Indian classical music, an Albanian brass band, a duo..or was it an octet?... Transglobal Underground exploded onto the club scene with the club classic ‘Temple Head’ a track with inspiration taken from the UK bhangra scene, with one foot in the Madchester and indie worlds,…

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John Sinclair (1941-2024) Last of the Beatnik Warrior Poets and Cultural Revolutionary has passed away at 82. The work must go on

“Rock N Roll music is a weapon of cultural revolution. There are not enough musicians around today who are hip to this fact” John Sinclair is best known as the Sixties "marijuana" activist who was sentenced to 10 years in prison for giving two joints to an undercover policewoman. He was eventually freed when John Lennon and Yoko Ono spoke out on his behalf. Less understood is his role as the founder and chairman of the radical anti-war group, The White Panther Party, an offshoot of the Black Panthers. The Black Panther Party was a militant political organization formed after the brutal murders of Martin Luther King, Malcolm X and Robert…

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John Sinclair – Renegade Poet, Beatnik and Cultural Revolutionary

Immortalized by John Lennon’s 1972 song that bears his name, Sinclair is an iconic figure of ‘60s counterculture, famous for, among other things, having co-founded the anti-racist White Panther Party and for managing Detroit’s legendary proto-punk outfit MC5 early in its history. Following a highly publicized two-year stint in prison for marijuana possession (Lennon’s song was a protest against his incarceration), Sinclair has stuck to his guns as an advocate for marijuana reform. “Living Euro to Euro, sleeping on the couches and extra beds of friends, a man without a country and a post office box in New Orleans for a permanent address.” That's how spoken word poet John Sinclair describes…

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John Murry – UK + Ireland Tour Dates + details of Film Screening 2024

John Murry & Cowboy Junkies' Michael Timmins have announced a new album. It's the soundtrack for the documentary film, The Graceless Age: The Ballad Of John Murry. The film has already won Best Irish Documentary at the 35th Galway Film Fleadh and will be premiering in the UK on 16th September (details to follow). TENOR VOSSA CD / TV022CD / RELEASE DATE : 20/09/24 **Pre-order now for an Estimated dispatch between Thu 19 Sept and Fri 20 Sept 2024** Tracklisting: 1. Grace - Michael Timmins 2. Wrong Man - John Murry 3. Swamp - Michael Timmins 4. Silver Or Lead - John Murry 5. Driving (Part 1) - Michael Timmins &…

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Seth Faergolzia of Dufus – Tour Dates 2024

Seth Faergolzia is a musician, singer, composer, puppeteer, and artist known for his unique and eclectic style. He gained recognition as the mastermind behind the critically acclaimed avant-boho outfit Dufus. Iron Man Records released Neuborns and The Last Classed Blast by Dufus. Their landmark 2003 album "1:3:1" was praised by critics and described as a record that could potentially change a listener's life. Faergolzia's music has drawn comparisons to artists like Captain Beefheart, Frank Zappa, Ween, and Mr. Bungle, but he has developed a genre unto himself over time. With a prolific body of work that spans over 20 albums and appearances in more than 20 countries, Faergolzia has collaborated with…

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Transglobal Underground – A band of cosmic mutant rebels representing the living, beating heart of multicultural Britain, a living rebuttal of race-hate politics

All booking enquiries please email Peter Conway Tel: 44 (0)20 8378 1012 / 07885 288512 “…a band of cosmic mutant rebels” — BBC Follow Transglobal Underground on SongKick There are few acts in the UK with as strong an influence and as complex a legacy as Transglobal Underground. For over 25 years it’s been a DJ/musical collective, one of the founders of global fusion, a working band famous for it’s scorching live shows, a techno soundsystem, a folk festival rabble rouser, a pop group, a club night, a Middle Eastern hit production team, an improvised study group for Indian classical music, an Albanian brass band, a duo..or was it an octet?…a…

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Rewards for Iron Man Records Patrons. Become a Patron today and support the cause

Iron Man Records has had to develop a number of survival skills in the wasteland that is the world of independent music. Changing habits post Covid, the cost of living crisis, Brexit, the cost of touring, the price of fuel, streaming services, and online platforms have drained the life blood from the environment that musicians operate in. At a time when most people are overwhelmed with music to choose from, playing music has become an unsustainable career choice for many. Earning enough to just cover basic costs has become almost a dream. I would like to invite you to become an Iron Man Records Patron. Musicians need a number of different…

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Police Bastard – UK Tour Dates in October 2023

Police Bastard will be playing 12th October - Redrum, Stafford, 15th October - The Dark Horse, Birmingham, 22nd October - The Victoria Inn, Derby, 27th October - B2, Norwich. Come and see. Tickets on the door. Bring friends. Tour details: 12th October - Redrum, 36 Crabbery St, Stafford ST16 2BA with support from Black Widows and Picasso Blot 15th October - The Dark Horse, 145 Alcester Rd, Moseley, Birmingham B13 8JP with support from Born Hostile, Model Of Truth, The Hate, and Picasso Blot. 22nd October - The Victoria Inn, 12 Midland Place, Derby, DE1 2RR with Kick The Clown, Retsu, Geval, and Blind Eye. 27th October - B2, 496 Sprowston…

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Police Bastard – UK Tour Dates October 2023

12th October - Redrum, 36 Crabbery St, Stafford ST16 2BA with support from Black Widows and Picasso Blot 15th October - The Dark Horse, 145 Alcester Rd, Moseley, Birmingham B13 8JP with support tbc 22nd October - The Victoria Inn, 12 Midland Place, Derby, DE1 2RR with Blind Eye, Geval, Kick The Clown 27th October - B2, 496 Sprowston Rd, Norwich NR3 4DY with support from Fetus Destruction, Haavat and Model of Truth Members of Police Bastard in this Touring line-up: Stu-Pid - Lead Vocals Mark Badger - Guitar & vocals Seano Porno - Guitar & vocals Jazz Dave - Guitar Simon Reeves - Bass Peter Picasso - Drums. “Formed by…

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Visit Iron Man Records on Bandcamp and discover all sorts of new music on Vinyl, CD, Digital and DVD.

Art, music, and performance can provide a way for individuals to express themselves creatively, communicate their thoughts and feelings, and connect with others on an emotional level. Art, music, and performance can expose individuals to different cultures and perspectives, fostering a sense of empathy and understanding of other people and ways of life. Some studies suggest that participation in art, music, and performance can have a positive impact on academic performance, particularly in areas such as maths and reading. Engaging in art, music, and performance can help individuals develop important skills such as discipline, focus, and perseverance, which can be beneficial in all areas of life. Finally, art, music, and performance…

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Transglobal Underground – A band of cosmic mutant rebels representing the living, beating heart of multicultural Britain, a living rebuttal of race-hate politics – Tour Dates 2023

“…a band of cosmic mutant rebels” — BBC Listen to more than 27 Transglobal Underground Releases here: https://transglobalunderground.bandcamp.com/music June 23rd - The Forum, Tunbridge Wells July 20th - Pizza Express, Holborn July 22nd - Festival of the Edge July 30th - Landed Festival, Powys, Wales August 26th - Solfest, Cumbria Transglobal Underground will be touring as a five piece band featuring original members Tim Whelan, drummer Hamid Mantu and storyteller TUUP alongside percussionist Rav Nieyyar and sitar player Sheema Mukherjee. “Representing the living, beating heart of multicultural Britain”
 HMV “They drag the world music scene into a seething global disco. TGU are a living rebuttal of race-hate politics…” 
NME All booking…

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Seth Faergolzia – 12 Album Painbow Boxset and Tour Dates 2023

Seth Faergolzia is a singer, composer, puppeteer, artist, and video maker based in Rochester, New York. He has been active for over 20 years, writing, recording, and touring as an independent musician. Faergolzia is known for his anti-folk/freak-folk style of music, which turns traditional genres like folk upside down and inside out. Faergolzia's musical career began in the early 2000s when he founded the band Dufus, where he served as the lead singer and songwriter. He also played various instruments, including guitar, banjo, and drums. Dufus quickly gained a following for their energetic live shows and unconventional sound. Seth Faergolzia's desire to create a soundtrack for his puppet show led him…

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Kara – Kara (Vinyl) a storm of short, sharp, raging hardcore punk with members of Dezerter, Kinsky, TZN Xenna, Morus, El Banda, Antidotum.

IMB6052 Kara – Kara – Vinyl Release (23rd May 2022) Debut album by this Warsaw band with members (both current and past) of such bands as: Dezerter, Kinsky, TZN Xenna, Morus, El Banda, Antidotum (and more). This record is a storm of short, sharp, raging hardcore punk. No punishment (kara = ”punishment” in Polish), no crime, pure cleansing ritual. Kara by Kara Don't be misguided by the rip-off logo, that's not what they sound like... They seem not to care much about "fame”, no fb profile and an ideal time to record the debut album during lock-down. However, they menaged to play live-stream show at Ada squat, which was a benefit…

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Morus – Cialo Obce (Vinyl + CD) an Amazing record featuring members of POST REGIMENT, ANTIDOTUM, EDELWEISS PIRATEN, ATOMICO PATIBULO & EL BANDA

Morus - Cialo Obce "Cialo Obce" translates to "foreign body" or "alien body" Released as a collaboration between Morus and UNREST, RUIN NATION, IRON MAN RECORDS, LAST HOUR, TRUJACA FALA. Morus started as a band around 2012 in Warsaw. The group went through several name changes and played a few gigs around poland - mostly at squats or independent clubs/places. Morus recorded their first demo in 2012, the second one in 2016 - they can be found on bandcamp. "We put our hearts in it, and time and effort, of course. It's honest. It's Punk. The music is fast but melodic. I think about the lyrics I write carefully. They're angry…

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