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Ringlet deliver a captivating blend of shoegaze and alternative rock on Cold Touch, wrapping soaring melodies in walls of shimmering guitars, hazy atmospheres, and emotionally charged vocals. Equal parts dreamy and driving, the track balances lush textures with an undercurrent of restless energy, creating a sound that feels both expansive and deeply intimate. The band’s effortless command of dynamics keeps the song engaging from start to finish, while its memorable hooks linger long after the final note. Beautifully immersive and emotionally resonant, Cold Touch is shoegaze at its most vibrant and compelling.

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Before hitting the stage at Wacken Broken By The Scream have dropped a new track.

Nikka Lorak’s Control is a captivating techno track that commands attention from the first beat. Its pulsating rhythms, deep basslines, and cinematic layers create a powerful and immersive atmosphere, perfect for energizing any dancefloor. The track balances raw intensity with melodic elements, giving it a dynamic edge that resonates deeply. It’s the kind of song that builds anticipation and then unleashes pure adrenaline, making it ideal for peak-hour moments at festivals and clubs. Nikka’s production skills shine brightly here, showcasing her ability to craft tracks that are both dancefloor-ready and emotionally compelling.

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Most famous for writing and recording the original version of “Harlem Shuffle”, Los Angeles soul duo Bob & Earl toured Britain in the spring of 1969.

Guitarist Ged Peck, who previously played with Freddie Mack & The Mack Sound among many others, says his group Storm backed the duo on this British tour, although they are not listed on the dates below.

Formed around November 1968, Storm comprised Ged Peck (lead guitar); Tony Dangerfield (bass); Peter Jennings (keyboards); and Pete Phillips (drums).

This is not a complete gig list

Tour dates:

3 May 1969 – California Ballroom, Dunstable, Bedfordshire with First Back from Heaven (http://www.california-ballroom.info/gigs/)

3 May 1969 – Winsford Civic Hall, Winsford, Cheshire with Almost Young (Runcorn Guardian/Winsford Chronicle)

17 May 1969 – Civic Hall, Nantwich, Cheshire (Winsford Chronicle)

18 May 1969 – The Place, Hanley, Staffordshire (Evening Sentinel)

23 May 1969 – Clouds, Derby (Derby Evening Telegraph)

24 May 1969 – Swan, Yardley, West Midlands (Birmingham Evening Mail)

24 May 1969 – Twisted Wheel, Manchester (Manchester Evening News & Chronicle)

25 May 1969 – Casino Club, Bolton (Manchester Evening News & Chronicle)

25 May 1969 – Sherwood Rooms, Nottingham with Inez & Charlie Foxx (Derby Evening Telegraph) Starts at midnight

26 May 1969 – Club Cedar, Birmingham (Birmingham Evening Mail)

26 May 1969 – Oakengates New Town Hall, Oakengates, Shropshire with Swing Ensemble (North Shropshire Journal)

27 May 1969 – Top Rank Ballroom, Croydon, south London (Record Retailer)

29 May 1969 – Crystal Ballroom, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire (Evening Sentinel)

29 May 1969 – Rainbow Suite, Co-op, Birmingham (Birmingham Evening Mail)

 

1 June 1969 – Tower Ballroom, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk plus good supporting group (Norwich Evening News)

5 June 1969 – Rainbow Suite, Co-op, Birmingham (Birmingham Evening Mail)

7 June 1969 – New Century Hall, Manchester (Manchester Evening News & Chronicle)

8 June 1969 – Le Metro, Birmingham (Birmingham Evening Mail)

11 June 1969 – Top Rank Suite, Birmingham (Birmingham Evening Mail)

After the band broke up, Jennings subsequently joined Cressida while Peck played with Marsha Hunt and Warhorse among others.