LACK

LACK - the UK band with a metal soul and punk heart

Summer of LACK 2016

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Summer of LACK gigsThings are hotting up. It’s time to stoke the BBQ, sling some beer in the fridge and prepare yourselves for a summer of LACK.

That’s right sLACKers! LACK are heading to a venue (hopefully) near you.

There are a number of dates confirmed and more to come soon – if your area isn’t represented let your favourite venue or local bands know that we’re looking to play and support your neighbourhood’s live music scene 🙂

We’re kicking things off with the (in)famous Punk Rock BBQ at the Brixton Windmill on June 26th, and then play the first night of the excellent Cerberfest in Luton on July 1st which leads on to more dates in July including Horsemeat Sandwich which is hosted in the Sin Bin at the Plough and Harrow, Leytonestone, and a Skateboard competition in Flitwick.

We’re working on the gaps in August and early September but LACK is already confirmed for Stow Festival again this year. This is always a great event.

Although not strictly summer, October sees us at the renowned Fiddler’s Elbow in Camden with the Dean Gaffney band and Dear Hero.

Keep checking our gig page and Facebook for more shows and daftness.

Again – let your local venues and promoters know that we’re up for it – we love a road trip!

See you soon.

LACK at Amersham Arms

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LACK Amersham Arms
A huge thank you to all that came along to support LACK at their showcase gig for End of the Trail Records.

We know that it was quite a hike for most and a thankful change for you sLACKers who live south of the river.

LACK Amersham ArmsThe LACK lads really enjoyed themselves and were really happy to have played such a great venue with so much history.

A huge shout out to Kelly for organising the night and the lovely folk of Echoic who actually hung out and chatted with the lads.

Hopeful the three amigos will be back there soon.

Thanks again to Rob for taking some snaps which can be enjoyed on the LACK Facebook page.

LACK on TBFM’s Squatter Spot ahead of Metal 2 The Masses London 2016

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squatter spotFirst off, thanks to all of you who stayed up on a school-night to listen to The Squatter Spot on TBFM last night, Sunday November 15th.

We, of course, know that you all have lives, families and other priorities which may have prevented you from tuning in to the mighty TBFM for a couple of hours so please see below for the podcasted version which you can play as many times as your little heart desires – whenever is more convenient for you.

If you haven’t got 2 hours to spare – fast forward to the 1:39:30

See, we do care!

The Squatter Spot on TBFM Online (15-11-2015 M2TMLDN2016 Heat 1 Preview) by Squattermadras on Mixcloud

Jay was in the chatroom during the show and reports back that there was plenty of love shown for all of the bands in next week’s heat. Jay goes on to say:

There were guys from Gabriel and Dying Vision in the chatroom and everyone was very supportive of each other. Mick Monsta also dropped by to wish us all good luck. There was a great vibe in there and I am sure that all that positivity will be present at Nambucca next week. As we said last night – we’re all in this together, no matter who wins. All of the bands that I’ve checked out in our, and all the other heats, are scarily talented so whichever gigs you manage to get to, you are guaranteed to leave with a big ol’ grin on your face.”

Click the podcast above and listen to the whole show. Thanks to Paul ‘DJ Squatter’ McMonnies for the time and everything.

Have you RSVP’d to the M2TM – LDN 2016 Heat One page? Get on it by clicking the link below:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1068211449857374/

Here’s the main M2TM – LDN 2016 Facebook event page.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/782044178525154/

 

Anthem by LACK now on all major streamers and sellers

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lack anthem releaseSince releasing our debut EP, Anthem, on Soundcloud and Bandcamp, we have been asked if it will ever make it on to Spotify or iTunes. Well, it has now!

Not only that but Anthem can also be found on the high resolution streaming service, TIDAL, as well as Amazon, Google play, Apple Music, Deezer and Rhapsody.

These nifty buttons will whisk you away to one of the top places to listen to Anthem:

iTunes   Spotify   TIDAL

Feel free to stream or even buy the EP as many times as you want – you can even pick up a CD at any of our shows.

Thanks for all of your support so far and we look forward to seeing you at a gig soon!

More exciting news to follow!

LACK, Dronningen and more take over Islington at Oxjam

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Oxjam flyerLACK has had an amazing run of gigs recently, the last two going remarkably well.

The Stow Festival show at Pulse studios was as full as it could get with people resorting to climbing on the furniture in order to get a view. It was a hot and sticky night for all the right reasons.

Beer was consumed from cans stashed in Cost Cutter bags and everyone seemed to have a great night.

LACK at Windmill BrixtonMore recently the LACK lads were on the line-up for Alex’s (Wonk Unit) Punk Rock BBQ. This was the final instalment of the monthly music and munchies gatherings and it was as popular as ever. There was a great vibe at the venue and everyone supported everyone else.

Oxjam Islington

The next adventure for LACK is the Oxjam all-dayer where music takes over Islington on October 17th.

It’s back to the famous Hope and Anchor venue for LACK who will be joining an impressive list of bands from all over the country.

The Hope and Anchor day kicks off at 2pm and runs right through to the bar closing at 1am.

If you’re quick, you can grab yourself a special £5 – 5th birthday ticket, if you buy it early enough!

Head to http://www.wegottickets.com/event/309512 for tickets.

When those sell out it will be £6, or £8 Advance, £12 on the door – this gets you access to over 11 Islington venues.

Oxjam Islington all day music festival links

Main site:
http://oxjamislington.com/

Facebook page:

Oxjam Islington
Event
Web Site

Oxjam Islington shared Oxjam Music Festival’s post.

Wednesday, 21 February 2018 8:11 pm

Movement in the right direction

Oxjam Music Festival

“The UK’s first live music census has found that a third of Britain’s small venues outside of London are fighting to survive”. More needs to be done to support #independentvenues and #grassrootsmusic scenes!

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Oxjam Islington shared Oxjam Music Festival’s post.

Saturday, 3 February 2018 10:19 am

Calling Oxjam bands! End Of The Road Festival recently announced a lineup that includes Feist, Vampire Weekend and Yo La Tengo, and now you could join them! Apply to play below.

Oxjam Music Festival

Calling Oxjam bands! End Of The Road Festival recently announced a lineup that includes Feist, Vampire Weekend and Yo La Tengo, and now you could join them! Apply to play below.

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Event page:

https://www.facebook.com/events/860206904076017

Where to be:

Hope & Anchor Live207 Upper St, Islington, London N1 1RL
( Main Bar on ground floor level, Live Music Venue (with bar) beneath )

Getting there:

Two minutes walk from Highbury & Islington on the Victoria Line
Bus routes: Day: 4, 19, 30, 43, 153, 393
24 hours: 19, 43, 271 & 277

The bands:

GELATO
On Stage Time: 2pm-2.30pm
Genre: Rock
Location: London
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gelatomusic

A Way with words
On Stage Time: 2.50pm-3.20pm
Genre: Rock
Location: Swindon
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWayWithWordsOfficial

The Smokin Prophets
On Stage Time: 3.40pm-4.10pm
Genre: Rock
Location: Southampton
Facebook: https://facebook.com/thesmokinprophets

One Click Malice
On Stage Time: 4.30pm-5pm
Genre: Rock/Grunge
Location: Guildford
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1CMUK/timeline

Wardance
On Stage Time: 5.20pm-5.50pm
Genre: Rock
Location: London
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wardancebanduk

GagFlex
On Stage Time: 6.10pm-6.40pm
Genre: Punk Rock
Location: Cheltenham
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gagreflexmusic

LACK
On Stage Time: 7pm-7.30pm
Genre: Punk Rock
Location: Luton/London
Facebook: http://facebook.com/LACKfans

More Peas
On Stage Time: 7.50pm-8.20pm
Genre: Funk Rock Punk
Location: London
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/morepeasband

Dronningen
On Stage Time: 8.40pm-9.10pm
Genre: Electro-Rock Garage
Location: London
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dronningenmusik

No Sugar
On Stage Time: 9.30pm-10.10pm
Genre: Rock
Location: London
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/No-Sugar

The Drives
On Stage Time: 10.30pm-11.10pm
Genre: Rock
Location: London
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedrivesband

Modern Minds
On Stage Time: 11.30pm-12.20pm
Genre: Rock
Location: Birmingham
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ModernMindsUK
Music: www.soundcloud.com/modernminds