Tuesday, 7 September 2010
Local Belfast station Blast 106FM are currently looking for new talent  - Chris from the station writes:" I am currently hosting a show called Belfasts' live music scene on ....
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Thursday, 2 September 2010
John @ BruisedFruit here,Woah, man...it has been WAY too long since I posted a review.  I am a master procrastinator but if you submitted something in the last 3 months, worry not, it;ll....
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Tuesday, 24 August 2010
20 Irish Cities, Towns, Counties & Islands to get Cultural on September 24th  Temple Bar Cultural Trust....
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Thursday, 12 August 2010
Earlier in the summer Bruised Fruit joined forces with PRS for Music to bring you all a night of awesome local music in the Duke of York.The evening featured Jason Clarke (who was recovering from tonsillitus!), Gascan Ruckus and Katie & The Carnival.The PRSFM made a wee v....
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Monday, 26 July 2010
Norwich Sound & Vision 2010 is taking place for the first time on 16-18th September 2010. The event will comprise of a conference featuring expert speakers from the music, film, TV and games industries. There will also be live music, film screenings and other interactive performances. Ever....
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Tuesday, 20 July 2010
Are you passionate about the arts? Do you have an idea for a business?Are you already trying to making money with your creative business and wish you could become more successful?....
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Sunday, 18 July 2010
The time has finally arrived!UITA has reached the ripe old age of 100.The birthday party kicks off at 6pm in the Limelight, and a whole host of special guests will be there to party with us including the following entertainment on the live stage:11.30 - 12.00 Pock....
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Friday, 2 July 2010
Here is the running order for tomorrow's Willowstone Festival.Tickets are available to buy at the gate from 12 noon.www.willowstonefestival.com ....
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Thursday, 24 June 2010
Bruised Fruit has an opportunity for a summer intern this year.We are looking for someone to help us with tour booking and artist promotion who is also a decent German speaker.The hours of work are very flexible, on average 8-12 hours per week.Please get in touch ....
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Monday, 21 June 2010
WORLD CUP 16 BARS FEATURE WAS BROADCAST ON BBC RADIO 1XTRA ON THE ACE AND VIS SHOW SATURDAY 19TH JUNE You can listen back to the show here: ....
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Friday, 18 June 2010
ATTN all bands who have ever played at UITA. You are entitled to a free guestlist place at out 100th show! You MUST pre-register before Monday 12th July using this link: ....
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Saturday, 5 June 2010
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Wednesday, 26 May 2010
It’s that time again where we all catch festival fever! We ha....
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Saturday, 22 May 2010
<!-- @page { margin: 2cm } P { margin-bottom: 0.21cm } -- Man Made Skies are finding the same problem a lot of local bands are - how to get noticed in the already crowded Belfast "scene"?&n....
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Friday, 14 May 2010
<!-- @page { margin: 2cm } P { margin-bottom: 0.21cm } --> Many of you will have already heard of the Tennesse-born but Bangor Co. Down resid....
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Thursday, 13 May 2010
If you have a single track you wish to release digitally as a single we can offer you a speedy release (ready for download within one week) through our Digital Distribution client. If you want to know more email sean@brusiedfruitpromotions.com to get the details.
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Monday, 26 April 2010
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Monday, 26 April 2010
Our friends at Liverpool Sound City (19th - 22nd May 2010) are offering a special offer to Northern Irish delegates for only £100 for a delegate pass (usually £150) per person, giving you access to the live festival, music busi....
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Monday, 12 April 2010
It's not often we do reviews of other gigs, or reviews of gigs at all here at Bruised Fruit, but this was a special occasion: ....
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Friday, 2 April 2010
Carrickfergus based four-piece The Cahier Collection have put together a catchy and exciting live show that puts a new slant on the art-rock sound pioneered by Franz Ferdinand and Gang of Four.  New single "The Leading Role" is edgy and memorable, with vocalist Neal's delivery keeping us on....
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Friday, 2 April 2010
I think I've said before how much improved Lisburn based rockers Deadlights have become and their 2nd EP has proved this wasn't an error on my part in saying so.First Track "Control" is heavily influenced by Fighting With Wire or Jetplane Landing and while the track rocks like a ....
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Tuesday, 30 March 2010
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Wednesday, 3 March 2010
Back in February Rose Cousins....
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Sunday, 28 February 2010
The Red Bull Bedroom Jam is now open to all young bands from across Ireland.Any band U19 is eligible to enter, and could win the chance to perform at T in the Park, Oxegen or Download festival!Full details and submission information at http://redbullbedroomjam.com/
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Tuesday, 16 February 2010
Strait Laces have been named as nominees for this year's Emerging Talent Awards.Take moment to vote for them by clicking below!....
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Tuesday, 16 February 2010
Live Music Now - the largest music outreach organisation in the UK- is recruiting musicians in Northern Ireland for its national scheme of paid gigs playing for people in disadvantaged conditions such as hospitals, hospices and schools for children with learning disabilit....
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Saturday, 30 January 2010
I've decided to have a bit of a clear out of the BF Office and donate a load of CDs to the Haiti fund.I found a load of promos (singles and albums), samplers I've picked up at various festivals, compliations and other stuff, and will be putting them all into a lucky dip which will be a p....
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Wednesday, 27 January 2010
LAST CHANCE TO APPLY FOR INDIE WEEK IRELAND This is the last call to all European indie bands! The deadline to apply for INDIE WEEK IRELAND is fast approaching, with submissions closing on February 5th. INDIE WEEK will be storm....
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Friday, 22 January 2010
Recently recruited to the Bruised Fruit team as the Head of A&R Europe, I thought my first task should naturally be a review of a European band that's not so well known in the UK and Ireland, the Pannonia Allstars Ska Orchestra; Hungary's ....
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Wednesday, 20 January 2010
BELFAST 4 HAITI 50 ACTS – ONE CAU....
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Wednesday, 13 January 2010
Four of NI's best bands will be opening SXSW this year at the BELFAST ROCKS party. Hosted at Latitude 30 which is the venue for the British Embassy throughout SXSW this showcase is already one of the most talked about, and is set to fill up quickly. Entry is by guestlist only whic....
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Thursday, 7 January 2010
A little later than planned due to the fairly hectic schedule I've been keeping over the New Year, here's a quick summary of the best and not so best of what we received in our intray over the last few months.---Chucky's River - Wexford tinted blues-rock.  Fantastic song....
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Saturday, 19 December 2009
Hey folks, it's John here from the top of the snow-covered music mountain at Bruised Fruit Towers.  This is the first of a two parter this X-mas.  First I'm covering a seriously exciting new label, and conclude in a few days with a round up of the best (and not so best)....
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Wednesday, 9 December 2009
It's official.  Strait Laces are one of the best bands in the world. That's according to the bookers at South by South West (SXSW) the biggest and most respected music festival in the world. The Belfast base trio will be travelling to Austin, Texas along with NI pals And So ....
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Sunday, 6 December 2009
Ireland's premier Obnoxious Pop combo round off the year with a very special gig. Fight Like Apes will be bringing no holds barred electronic punk rock to the Animal Disco Christmas Party at The Limelight on Sunday 13th December. With the debut album &....
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Monday, 30 November 2009
Merry Everything! To celebrate the start of the festive season, Belfast based singer-songwriter Niall Conn is releasing his hope for Christmas No. 1 'Loving You At Christmastime' Now available to download from iTunes Read a review here: ....
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Monday, 23 November 2009
Hello there folks, John here with good news from the demo mountain at Bruised Fruit.In what I hope will be a regular feature, I'm going to post up reviews of the best music we receive from our in-pile to share with you.  This fortnight's offering are The Dirty RootsThe D....
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Tuesday, 17 November 2009
We need your help The Bruised Fruit Office was broken into on the evening of Saturday 14th November. As well as breaking the door and a desk, the b*stards made off with 2 computers, our digital camera, iPod and some cash. It's a real blow to the Bruised Fruit te....
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Friday, 13 November 2009
Northern Ireland Music Industry Commission closes By Nick Johnstone (Music Week) The Northern Ireland Music Industry Commission (NIMIC) has closed due to differences among its board members. The o....
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Thursday, 12 November 2009
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Sunday, 8 November 2009
Bruised Fruit are currently recruiting for a full time Band Relationship Manager This is a PAID position and duties include: - Managing the digital distribution service- Co-ordinating showcases- General marketing- General admin Full training will be given....
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Friday, 6 November 2009
Thanks to Ade @ Tuna the Day for selecting Strait Laces' track Romantic Issues! Check it out here: http://www.tunatheday.com/go/mix/showmix(575)
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Friday, 30 October 2009
WeAreResistance proudly present 'In association with our friends' Smalltown America | ATL | BBC Introducing | Radar Live | Sandinos | Bruised Fruit Promotions | EJ Audio * * * ....
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Thursday, 29 October 2009
Everyone's favourite trio of noise Strait Laces are set to launch their debut single Seconds Out next week. It's all very exciting here in Bruised Fruit towers and the culmination of months of hard work, so hope y'all like it!! In a celebration-station the lads are playing a live set at C....
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Friday, 18 September 2009
Strait Laces have been chosen as the main support for Codes Belfast show taking place in the Stiff Kitten on Saturday 19th September. We have 5 pairs of tickets to give away for the show To win FREE tickets simply email comp....
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Sunday, 13 September 2009
Aged 16-25.... From the Craigavon area..... Wanna be on the radio....... Now's your chance to be a star! Xtreme FM are recruiting! They're looking for DJs to join their team. For more info and details about how to apply goto ....
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Thursday, 3 September 2009
Big thanks to our friends at Secret Fireworks for their review of Strait Laces And as a special treat we've given them access to an exclusive FREE download of the Uber Glitterati remix of the new single 'Seconds Out' Go get it while it's hot! ....
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Tuesday, 25 August 2009
Strait Laces have finally got themselves sorted out with some online personalities Go check out their brand spanking new website here: www.straitlaces.com Myspace here: www.myspace.com/straitlace....
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Monday, 17 August 2009
Roundhouse Studios, London announced this week that Northern Irish band Strait Laces have been chosen as winner....
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Tuesday, 11 August 2009
Volunteer Opportunities August 2009 Hello all Just a quick note to let you know about upcom....
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Thursday, 6 August 2009
A big THANKS to everyone that came to our Office-Warming Party earlier this week. Was great to show off the new pad, and was also a lovely way to welcome our new volunteers to the team.  Matt, Daniel, Chloe, Winnie and Jenny T complete the new Bruised Fruit line-up. Look out for them....
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Sunday, 26 July 2009
The Millennium Forum was the venue for the launch of the InterAct Youth Arts Festival on Friday, attended by The Mayor Cllr Paul Fleming, Martin Bradley, Chairman of Derry Theatre Trust, and representatives from the seven venues hosting events. ....
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Friday, 24 July 2009
After a few shuffles over the past year, Bruised Fruit have a permanent new home in the lovely Marquis Building in Adelaide Street.Sharing the 3rd Floor are old pals No More Art, and new pals Volte Face, Crafty Devil, Rabbit Hole, Core and....
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Wednesday, 22 July 2009
Hi folks, Bruised Fruit's own John here, Marking an exciting new outlet for local music, the first Bruised Fruit and Homely Planet "Lounge" podcast session was broadcast live on Monday at....
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Wednesday, 15 July 2009
WIN WIN WIN 4 guest tickets for tonight's ROCKBAND extravaganza at the Waterfront. http://www.transbelfast.com/trans09/?p=1006 All you have to do to be in with a chance of winning is email ....
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Friday, 3 July 2009
We're feeling kind of generous today, and thanks to our pals at CDC Leisure we have 2 tickets for TAKING BACK SUNDAY to give away. The show is for over 18s only and is in the Limelight on Monday 27th July. In order to win, you need to email us with as many song titles with a day o....
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Thursday, 2 July 2009
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Wednesday, 1 July 2009
trans:mission   As part of this year’s trans festival, a local mini-fest is....
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Friday, 26 June 2009
Bruised Fruit's favourite rouble makers STRAIT LACES have been confirmed as the support for WHITE DENIM at tomorrow's Spring & Airbrake show. Tickets are still available (priced £8) from www.thestiffkitten.com PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN ....
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Friday, 19 June 2009
Liverpool Sound City @ trans09 Waterfront Studio / Thurs 16th Julyhttp://www.transbelfast.com/trans09/?p=1013 SOUND OF GUNS....
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Thursday, 18 June 2009
Dublin threepiece The Laundry Shop are a match made in heaven - Formed in early 2007 by a Swedish lady and two Irish fellas as they describe themselves, they effortlessly marry the best of The Wannadies and the Super Furry Animals. Their new album "Grandstanding" is their latestrelease and ....
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Wednesday, 10 June 2009
www.bruisedfruitpromotions.com Hello again, it's your friendly neighbourhood promoter dropping by to keep you informed about what&....
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Wednesday, 3 June 2009
We've moved! Please update all contact lists/databases with our new address, Bruised Fruit3rd Floor, The Marquis Building89-91 Adelaide StreetBelfastBt2 8FE We're now located just behind the Limelight, pop in and say hello if you're passing!
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Saturday, 23 May 2009
Thanks to our friends at www.giggingni.com for covering Strait Laces show in Carrickfergus earlier this week, who had very lovely things to say about Strait Laces. "they are one of Northern Ireland's hottest acts at the moment " Read the full....
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Monday, 18 May 2009
You can now follow Bruised Fruit (or more correctly, Jen from Bruised Fruit) on twitter @bruisedfruit www.twitter.com www.twitter.com/bruisedfruit
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Friday, 8 May 2009
We're involved with two festivals this year, both of whom are in the process of recruiting teams of volunteers to help out over the summer. ....
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Wednesday, 29 April 2009
UITA #80 Tuesday 26th May 2009 Auntie Annie’s, Belfast....
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Thursday, 23 April 2009
Willowstone Festival are currently recruiting for volunteers to help out at this year's festival tkaing place on 27th June at Delamont Country Park. Would you like to get some valuable festival experience and have fun at the same time? Come along to the information session on Satu....
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Wednesday, 22 April 2009
Liverpool Sound City takes place over 20-23 May 2009 and this year will feature a host of Northern Irish artists alongside like likes of The Zutons, Little Boots, White Lies, Metronomy, Official Secrets Act, Pulled Apart By Horses and White Denim. NI Act Showcases: ....
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Saturday, 18 April 2009
We're too good to you, we really are. This week we have two tickets up for grabs for SKY LARKIN @ Auntie Annie's, Belfast on Wednesday 6th May. All you have to do to win them is email competitions@bruisedfruitpromotions.com....
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Tuesday, 14 April 2009
Willowstone Arts & Music Festival – 27th June 2009 – Delamont Country Park The inaugural Willowstone Arts & Music Festival is a completely new and innovative event, which will take place on the 27th June 2009 in Delamont Country Park in conjunction with the ten ye....
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Thursday, 9 April 2009
"Whatever you give a woman, she will make greater. If you give her sperm, she'll give you a baby. If you give her a house, she'll give you a home. If you give her groceries, she'll give you a meal. If you give her a smile, she'll give you her heart. Sh....
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Monday, 6 April 2009
Still fired up from their recent support slot at the Odyssey Arena with Snow Patrol, ....
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Wednesday, 11 March 2009
CREATURES OF THE NIGHT Another Belfast-based band performing at this year's IMRO Showcase on April 2nd are Sparks Fly. After an award winning year in 2008 and a Hard Working Class Heroes Festival performance, the band re....
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Monday, 23 February 2009
Colenso Parade – You and Me Against An Old Routine ....
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Wednesday, 18 February 2009
The cheeky little brother of the Bruised Fruit family, STRAIT LACES have added a new tune up on their myspace for your listening pleasure. 'Some May Revel In It' was recorded last year with Barrett at Start Together Studios, and we think it sounds great!  Take a listen for yours....
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Monday, 9 February 2009
As I sit here with 4 staples holding my head together, it's hard to remember everything that happened at UnConvention Belfast. Needless to say, it was a total success and a lot of fun. Head on over to the UnCon website for all the gossip, interviews, pics and more ....
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Saturday, 31 January 2009
Silhouette nominated for People's Music AwardsShauna Tohill, aka Silhouette, a current participant of this year's Rural Key Music Project has reached the final stages of the People's Music Awards with her track 'Put The Silence On Hold.The awards are dedicate....
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Tuesday, 27 January 2009
John Shelley and the Creatures, showcase artists at UnConvention, have been chosen as the 'Sound of Northern Ireland' by the Northern Ireland Tourist Board.  Their track 'Long May You Reign' was chosen to feature in a major tv and radio campaign which goes live in Ire....
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Monday, 26 January 2009
Registration for Speed Networking is now open! There are two sessions taking place at UnConvention. Friday, between 5-6pm is aimed at music industry entrepreneurs and people working within the wider music industry. Promoters, Digial Providers, Journalists, Managers, Publis....
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Friday, 16 January 2009
Ed Zealous have been confirmed as the support act for Snow Patrol when they play Belfast's Odyssey Arena this March. The band were personally asked by Snow Patrol member Gary Lighbody, who said "We're really looking forward to playing with them." Ed Zealous drummer Paul Irwin said....
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Monday, 12 January 2009
UnConvention takes place at the Black Box Belfast on Friday 6th and Saturday 7th February. The ‘unconference’ format means that the participants are in control! If you would like to speak, be on a panel, or lead a workshop, simply tell let us know when registering!The main room at the....
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Monday, 22 December 2008
Hello all and best wishes of the season to you. The Bruised Fruit Office is closing over the holidays from Monday 22 Dec - Sunday 4 Jan. We'll be back online and in the office on Monday 5th January, and our first gig of 2009 is taking place on Tuesday 20th Jan in Auntie ....
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Wednesday, 10 December 2008
Hello all A great opportunity has come up for a full time position at Belfast's Waterfront Hall. The post is advertised as 'Education Worker' but it will mostly involve working on the annual Trans Festival (www.transbelfast.com) Mo....
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Monday, 24 November 2008
Thanks to everyone that sent their jokes in to win Pendulum Tickets for tonight! Here were the best ones: Q. How did good King Wencleslas like his pizza?A. Deep pan, crisp and even.---------------------------------------------- What's big, red and&n....
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Friday, 21 November 2008
Gary Lightbody of Snow Patrol this week declared his love of all things musical in Norn Iron.  With special mention to Bruised Fruit and Jennie in particular, "with labels like Bruised Fruit flourishing there is an industry begun in Norn Iron that cares deeply for the bands they....
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Wednesday, 19 November 2008
You missed it? You missed out. Last weekend BF was part of one of the best events in NI musical history, ASIWYFA present A LITTLE SOLIDARITY. 3 days, 4 gigs, a yurt and a whole lotta fun. There was so much going on, I don't even know where to begin! But here are so....
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Tuesday, 4 November 2008
As if the biggest gig of the year wasn't big enough already, A Little Solidarity will now also play host to an outdoor yurt! What's a yurt? Take a look here: www.neckofthewoods.org This particular yurt housed Ash @ Glasgowbury, and this ....
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Friday, 31 October 2008
Thanks to all the bands that entered demos to win the chance to play at the biggest gig of the year. We are now pleased to reveal that the winners are............... YES CADETS....
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Monday, 27 October 2008
Bruised Fruit are delighted and excited to be involved in this year's BIGGEST gig - A Little Solidarity. A collaboration between the great and good in the NI music scene, this is a celebration of the talent that has come of this country this year. Comprising of 4 gigs over 3 days,....
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Thursday, 16 October 2008
Happy Rocktober to you all. Do come and celebrate the month of all things rock n roll at one of our rock shows, or drop by the new office with a welcome gift.  All rock-related gifts accepted. We are now located in a first floor office in Upper Queen Street, opposite LTD/Dies....
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Tuesday, 30 September 2008
We've set up a fund for online donations to help try and replace some of the gear destroyed by the b@stards that burnt out Jonny Black's car in Derry last weekend. Click here http://www.bruised....
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Sunday, 28 September 2008
Top NI band and all round good guys And So I Watch You From Afar are putting together the most amazing gig this November. And Bruised Fruit are giving one lucky band the chance to be a part of it. Queen's University Student's Union play host to three ....
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Saturday, 27 September 2008
ASIWYFA and RadarpresentPart 3 of 4A Little SolidarityFri 14th Nov & Sat 15th Nov2 days, 3 shows and a fu....
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Monday, 15 September 2008
KVLR Solo Exhibition Launch An eclectic show of new artworks provided by Kev Largey. Prints, paintingsand stencils is are the order ofthe night. DJs Chris Caul, Neil (VersionReggae) and Someone Else (rudimentary) kindly providing the t....
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Friday, 12 September 2008
Congratulations to A THEORY OF EVERYTHING who won last night's Battle of the Rock Bands and will now get the chance to play alongside Duff McKagan and his band Loaded. All four judges were in agreement that A ....
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Thursday, 11 September 2008
*ROBERT HOLMES DEBUT EP LAUNCH | TUESDAY 30th SEPTEMBER | THE PAVILION | ORMEAU ROAD | BELFAST * ....
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Saturday, 6 September 2008
AUTUMNATIC FESTIVALSATURDAY 4th OCTOBERSWATRAGH GAA COMPLEX MAIN STAGE: Red Organ Serpent Sound, The Deans, Swanee River, Mantic, The Flying Gypsies, Exit, In the Name Of, Electric Circus, Silverfox, The Wild and The Innoc....
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Tuesday, 26 August 2008
Thanks to all the great bands that entered the competition to win a support slot with Duff McKagan's Loaded. The four bands shortlisted to battle it out on 11th September are: BACKFIRENOCTURNGASCAN RUCKUSA THEORY OF EVERYTHING These four bands will ta....
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Monday, 18 August 2008
Summer is well and truely over. Bring on the Autumn and Bruised Fruit's new season of gigs! After a summer of Trans fun, Bruised Fruit are back to their regular gig nights: Up In The Attic @ Auntie Annie's - fortnightly on TuesdaysClub Destroid @ Spring & Ai....
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Friday, 25 July 2008
This is your chance to play on Belfast’s Spring & Airbrake stage alongside Velvet Revolver’s Duff McKagan with LOADED. ....
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Wednesday, 23 July 2008
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Monday, 21 July 2008
Bruised Fruit are co-ordinating a number of 'evenings of entertainment' throughout Belfast in late Aug - early Sept and are currently scouting for talented individuals or groups that can entertain an audience for half an hour. If you're a juggler, magician, singer, DJ, comedian, or better....
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Sunday, 20 July 2008
This summer Bruised Fruit are travelling to Tokyo, Japan to represent Northern Irish music on a BPI sponsored Trade Mission. The week long mission will involve meeting Japanese music industry people in every sector - live, recording, publishing, marketing and promotion.  The....
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Thursday, 17 July 2008
Driving By Night release their long awaited second single next week, and to kick things off they're hosting a live gig in Belfast's Limelight. On Monday 21st July DBN will be joined on stage by A Plastic Rose, Tom McShane and Kowalski. Tickets priced £4 are available from Katy Dal....
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Friday, 11 July 2008
A JOURNEY OF EQUALS "exploring the lives of individuals united th....
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Monday, 7 July 2008
4Talent Awards looking for creative under-30s Channel 4 is scouring the country for the UK’s most excitin....
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Monday, 30 June 2008
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE SEPTEMBER 21st 2008 Springboard in association with Bruised Fruit are pleased to be hosting Belfast's Official P....
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Tuesday, 17 June 2008
Due to circumstances beyond our control tonight's gig at Auntie Annie's has been cancelled. Apologies to all, but it will be re-scheduled for our new season which kicks off again in August.
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Monday, 16 June 2008
Music Theatre 4 Youth is the ONLY arts charity from Northern Ireland through to the Semi-Finals of the National Lottery Awards.We need your vote to get Northern Ireland arts into the Finals and onto the BBC PHONE VOTE:   Call 0845 386 1032  (Musicals In a Weeke....
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Friday, 6 June 2008
Things are about to kick up a gear in trans HQ, with the events programme about to be released. In fact if you're free next Thursday we'd love to invite you to the launch of trans 08 at 12 noon on Thursday 12th June 2008 at the Penthouse Bar in The Waterfront Hall. ....
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Wednesday, 4 June 2008
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Wednesday, 28 May 2008
Fantastic news this morning, it has just been confirmed that Ed Zealous will be performing at this year's Glastonbury Festival! They have been chosen as the only Northern Irish band to play on the BBC Introducing Stage. We wish them all the best!!!
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Tuesday, 27 May 2008
National Volunteer Week runs from 1-7 June 2008, and this year Bruised Fruit is celebrating the great work that the volunteers put in each week. Bruised Fruit is a fully volunteer staffed organisation, and without the hard work of Jen, Angie, Rene, Mike, John, Keira, Gillian, Robbie, Cary....
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Friday, 9 May 2008
Quite a few new local CDs have been added to our stock of merchandise recently, take a look at new releases from: Serpentine SmileColenso ParadeAblespacerThe Cherries and the Oh Yeah Sessions, featuring tracks from Cashier No. 9, Lafaro and David Holmes (selling ....
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Wednesday, 23 April 2008
** Please Note this week's DESTROID showcase is moving from Spring & Airbrake into The Limelight** It's just next door though, no need to panic too much! As always, admission is FREE from 10pm and this week there'll be live music from ....
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Friday, 28 March 2008
The Subways new single 'Girls and Boys' is OUT NOW and is available for FREE from their website! To download your copy go to http://www.thesubways.net/download Here's what they had to say: "We wanted ....
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Sunday, 9 March 2008
This week Bruised Fruit babes Jen and Angie are jetting off to the U S of A to attend the South by South West Festival in Austin, Texas. There's so much going on there that I can't fit it all into one news bulletin! But from 12-17 March the town of Austin will be transformed into the bigg....
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Sunday, 9 March 2008
International Award Winning Songwriter from Belfast ....
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Sunday, 24 February 2008
The first release on Bruised Fruit Records is making it's way across the globe! Big thanks to Rio @ RimeOut Records, our Japanese partner. I Am Cursed by Olympic Lifts is now top of one best-seller list: http:/....
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Monday, 18 February 2008
Tickets for the 2008 Urban Arts Academy go on sale at 9am on Mon 18th February. All courses will take place at the Waterfront Hall between the 14th July and 8th August. The cost of courses will be rising to £50 this year, a price that still represen....
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Saturday, 16 February 2008
Big love to AU Mag who came to interview us last year. Read what they had to say here: http://iheartau.com/classifieds/bruised-fruit/
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Thursday, 14 February 2008
Battle - This is Last Standing... The ULTIMATE contest in the Battle of the Bands! Only one band can win. Only one band can be left standing at the end of the battle. Though we say battl....
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Monday, 4 February 2008
DEFHEAD NEEDS YOU... to fly your flag and, well, run a website. We are calling on all loyal and aspiring Defheads to help us in our ultimate goal of world supremacy. How you ask? Well, we are looking to enlist four brave melodic s....
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Tuesday, 29 January 2008
Ossia Music School Celebrate Fifteen Years in East Belfast Ossia Music School....
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Sunday, 27 January 2008
Yay Robbie! Our fantastic office buddy is coming to the end of his work placement :( we're all very sad. He's just completed the editing for the new Olympic Lifts video for their single 'I Am Cursed'.  It was filmed on their UK tour in December.  Check it out now - click....
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Saturday, 26 January 2008
It's that time of year again when we celebrate the best in Irish music. This year Bruised Fruit want to extend HUGE congrats to THE FLAWS, DELORENTOS, LEANNE HARTE and HAM SANDWICH who have all been nomiated.  We didn't know who to vote for, they're all so good! To have your ....
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Monday, 14 January 2008
Bruised Fruit is now pleased to offer a new service to local bands We are able to provide a non-exclusive digital distribution package, making your music available for sale on iTunes, Napster, Rukus, Verizon, PayPlay, GreatIndieMusic, TradeBit, MusicIsHere..........and a ....
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Thursday, 3 January 2008
Welcome all to 2008! This is going to be one good year for local music, I can feel it in my waters :) To read our festive round up of the year, click ....
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Tuesday, 4 December 2007
Cutaways release our new single ‘Sixteen’ today!Recorded with Enter Shikari producer John Mitchell, the title track backed with ‘Big Mistake’ and ‘What We Lost in the Process’ is available on CD ....
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Tuesday, 20 November 2007
Olympic Lifts new single 'I Am Cursed' is due for release through Bruised Fruit on 19th January 2008. But you can pre-order limited edition 7" copies NOW from Rough Trade. ....
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Monday, 19 November 2007
Sorry to all concerned, but tonight's Club Sandwich @ Lavery's Bunker is having to be postponed due to circumstances beyond our control. We'll be back next week with good times and great music from Cars In Walls and Boathouse. Over and out. J
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Wednesday, 31 October 2007
CANIZARES  ....
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Wednesday, 31 October 2007
You'd Be A Fool To Miss It! ....
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Saturday, 27 October 2007
AS SEEN ON SMILEY MONROE, A ROLLERCOASTER OPERATOR FROM MILWAUKEE:  BELFAST DESIGNER BRINGS THE KOOKY BACK TO VINTAGE WITH THE LAUNCH OF "CURIOUS TALES" LINE Ever secretly hoped your new vintage purchase tells a story worthy of centre stage at a dinner party, ot....
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Friday, 19 October 2007
Musicians, songwriters, copyright and the law Oh Yeah Music Centre, 15 Gordon St, Belfast Saturday October 27 12 noonAdmi....
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Friday, 12 October 2007
Merry Everything. We are looking for Volunteers to take part in a world record attempt on the 9th Dec in Derry.We need 10,001 Santas for a sponsered walk round the Derry Walls.Basically it's to help raise funds for the following 4 charities Children I....
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Wednesday, 10 October 2007
To celebrate the good health of our printer we are offering great deals on FULL COLOUR poster printing. 100 A3 FULL COLOUR posters for only £50 NO se....
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Monday, 8 October 2007
Belfast....
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Tuesday, 25 September 2007
This morning we were in the VSB Offices in Belfast to collect the first installment of a grant awarded to us. Many thanks to all the great people @ VSB The grant will enable us to purchase another computer for our office which al the volunteers will be able to use.  YEAH!....
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Tuesday, 18 September 2007

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Tuesday, 18 September 2007
FRI 21 SEPT, THE MOTION PROJECT The Motion Project is a multi-cultural collective of over 50 musicians representing 18 countries. F....
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Monday, 10 September 2007
Hey folks Due to unforseen circumstances, this evening's Club Sandwich @ Lavery's Bunker has been cancelled :( Sorry to all concerned, and rest assured we'll be back on Saturday fighting fit with Red Organ Serpent Sound and Furlo. BF
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Thursday, 6 September 2007
Going Deaf For A Living­ Island Arts Centre Lisburn presents an e....
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Monday, 3 September 2007
Silent Disco visits the Province for the first time to support “Tuesday’s Child” charity. ....
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Sunday, 2 September 2007
Team Bruised Fruit were lucky enough to be invited to the Snow Patrol gig at Ward Park in Bangor yesterday.  Thanks to Abi, Gary and all involved for a great day. Our afternoon started with the amazing KOWALSKI who were first on stage.  What a great moment that was!  They'v....
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Friday, 31 August 2007
A film made about the 'What Is Indie?' seminar is now available to watch online. Thanks to NvTv for coming along and filming. Go here: http://video.google.co.uk/videoplay?docid=8588553762722822....
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Thursday, 16 August 2007
The Island Arts Centre in Lisburn are having a 'Big Draw' event in October. This year, as well as getting local people to draw a little doodl....
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Thursday, 16 August 2007
How to get ahead in music business   Musical talent and ambition aren’t always enough to cut it in the tough music industry. So a....
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Monday, 13 August 2007
Wednesday 22 AugustAuntie Annie'sDoors 10pm Up In The Attic are hosting this year's live music after show party for the Tennent's Vital Festival.After revellers have enjoyed the musical stylings of The Shins, The Killer....
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Saturday, 11 August 2007
Big Congratulations to the newest band to join the Bruised Fruit family - COLENSO PARADE - who were crowned winners at last night's Music Quest Competition. They won £500 cash and a photoshoot with top local photographer Graham Smith.  As well as that they will be performing....
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Monday, 6 August 2007
Bruised Fruit are pleased to announce they are now looking after two fantastic acts - RSi from Belfast, and Charly Bates from London. More info and tracks can be found here: www.myspace.com/rsiandmusic ....
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Friday, 3 August 2007
Thanks to everyone that made last night's events a huge success. Marsha @ XFM, Joe Linday, Jonathan Wallace, NvTv, Adam Turkington, Laura @ The Waterfront, Ed Zealous, Andy, Oh Yeah, Lavery's and the Bruised Fruit Volunteer Team. The Panel Discussion was definately one of the live....
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Monday, 16 July 2007
Do you want to prove yourself in digital combat? ....
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Friday, 29 June 2007
Yeah! So yesterday we finally moved ourselves into the Oh Yeah Building.  We are one of the first businesses to move into the building along with website desginers No More Art. When we get unpacked we'll hopefully be having an office launch party - watch this space! P....
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Friday, 15 June 2007
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Wednesday, 6 June 2007
Olympic Lifts' second album 'Know The Way Of The Lord Or Learn The Way Of The Sword' is now available to buy via iTunes. The album was released earlier this year and is also available to purchase through our online store (UK), cdbaby.com (USA) and RimeOut Records (Japan). ....
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Tuesday, 5 June 2007
This week is National Volunteer's Week and I'd like to take this oportunity to thank all the volunteers that regularly work at Bruised Fruit. Jennie, Rene, Angie, Ben, Lesley and Shauna.  We wouldn't be here if it wasn't for your support.....
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Thursday, 31 May 2007
BruisedFruit are on the move! We're moving into temporary offices for a few weeks while our new place undergoes some re-decoration.  But by this time next month we'll be settled in our new home in the Oh Yeah Building, Gordon Street. So if things aren't running as smoothly as....
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Thursday, 24 May 2007
F*ROCK returns to the Pavilion this Saturday (26th) with a slightly different line-up to advertised. Sadly Campfire Disco have had to cancel :( but we've called in the fantastic 70% Volume as their replacements. Still headlining are BruisedFruit favourites, THE GREETERS.  The....
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Monday, 23 April 2007
The arts sector is facing a funding crisis that threatens the future of many of Northern Ireland's most valued cultural institutions, events and projects. Arts funding in Northern Ireland has tr....
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Monday, 23 April 2007
This is your chance to make a difference. We are helping Oh Yeah to organise their first open day on Saturday 5th May, and are looking for 10 or so eager beavers to help us! We will be recruiting a team of willing and able volunteers to man stalls, show people around and hand out ....
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Thursday, 12 April 2007
SteelratRed Bull Music Academy – Toronto 2007_______________________________________________________________ ________Have you got what it takes join the academy?Application Phase: March 23 – May 04, 2007Red Bull Music Aca....
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Thursday, 12 April 2007
If you have an original song or piece of music which is upbeat and energetic and might sound good in a radio / tv advert - why not send it to Oh Yeah?We have an opportunity to get local music heard by an organisation which is putting together an ad campaign within Northern Ireland ove....
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Tuesday, 3 April 2007
Everyone's favourite buskers Pat & Nipsy have been over in Liverpool for the last while, and whilst there have recruited a new drummer/singer to their fold.  This has prompted a name change to THE FOOLS. The three amigos are returning to Belfast later this month for a whirlwind t....
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Monday, 2 April 2007
Pixie Sayter, Cruz, And So I Watch You From Afar @ Auntie Annies, 28th March I was lookin....
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Tuesday, 20 March 2007
GOOD SHOES ....
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Friday, 16 March 2007
Bruised Fruit are here to make all your badge-related dreams come true! We now offer a range of choices when designing that all important band merch. Still offering great deals on the traditional 1" pin badges, we have now added super-sized 2.....
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Thursday, 15 March 2007
OLYMPIC LIFTS are through the final stages of the AKG UNSIGNED HEROES COMPETITION. Congratulations are certainly in order, but there's more to be done before they walk away as winners.  We need YOUR vote.  Go to www.unsignedheroes.co....
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Thursday, 1 March 2007
Congratulations to SHAUNA (Angelfall) who was selected to participate in a new show for T4 (Channel 4).  She managed to get down to the last 20 and was taken to London for a few days of intensive songwriting, voal coaching and choreography lessons. She didn't make the final cut, whic....
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Tuesday, 6 February 2007
This year's Northern Ireland : Next Generation Festival takes place in the Windmill, Brixton on 13-15 April 2007. We are very happy to confirm that two BruisedFruit favourites ANGELFALL and SKRUFF have now been confirmed to play. More details to follow. For more info check....
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Saturday, 3 February 2007
Channel 4 are coming to Belfast to film Club Sandwich for an upcoming T4 show. The FREE gig takes place in Lavery's Bunker on Monday 12 February and will feaure performances from ANGELFALL and SPLITSCREEN. Admission is FREE, all pints £2 all night.
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Thursday, 25 January 2007
Firefly have had to cancel this Monday's gig at Club Sandwich due to injury (get well soon!) but the magnificant Do Rightly's will be taking their place. Find out more about them here : www.myspace.com/thedorightlys
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Tuesday, 23 January 2007
So the most depressing day of the year is behind us, hope you all survived intact! We BruisedFruiters cheered ourselves up by hitting Lavery's to enjoy the rock stylings of The Remains of Youth and Replays. Top night all round. 'Keeping the music alive in Belfast' tonight we'll be at Aunt....
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Monday, 8 January 2007
Greetings Tonight's Club Sandwich Show in Lavery's Bunker is being postponed due to unforseen circumstances. Firefly will now be performing at the same venue on Monday 29 January. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.
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Wednesday, 3 January 2007
Hello and welcome back! To another great year of music. I hope y'all had a great xmas break, I know I did! I ate, drank and was merry. All in all - good times. So what does 2007 hold in store for BruisedFruit? Well, for a start we have a LOT of great music to look forward to. ....
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Thursday, 21 December 2006
"music to f*ck to" Sluts on Cava return to play a live show in Belfast on Saturday 30 December. Start your NYE celebrations early with a ....
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Monday, 11 December 2006
Sorry about the lack of updates over the past few weeks, things have been a bit hectic in the BF camp. But we're back on track now, and ready for the festive season. Get ready to dance like a fool next week at our 2nd annual Christmas Shindig. Lavery's Bunker, Monday 18th ....
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Monday, 27 November 2006
Big birthday celebrations for LESLEY! If you see her out and about tonight, buy her a pint why dontcha! xx
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Tuesday, 21 November 2006
Angelfall have been chosen to compete in the JD Unsigned competition on Wed 6 Dec in the Limelight, Belfast. They beat off competition from other local bands to secure a place at the regional live final, and if selected will be whisked aw....
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Tuesday, 14 November 2006
Female-fronted rockers and BruisedFruit favs ANGELFALL have made it to the final of the ROCKSCHOOL competition.  And now they need to win it. If they win they'll be playing a gig in Belfast that will be broadcast to several cities across the UK ....
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Tuesday, 7 November 2006
The Fratellis & The FlawsSpring & Airbrake2nd November 2006 There was a great crowd at the gig, with a mixture of your regular 'scencesters' and a slightly older crowd, mainly comprised of twenty so....
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Thursday, 2 November 2006
Donegal man, Mickey Harte releases his new single “....
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Tuesday, 31 October 2006
BruisedFruit are very pleased to confirm that two of their acts will be performing in this year's BelFEST festival. The festival takes place in various venues across the city from November 17th - December 3rd. OLYMPIC LIFTS will be performing on Thursday 30th November and ANGELFAL....
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Friday, 27 October 2006
Sadly tonight's F*ROCK show with Paul the Girl has been cancelled, but her Irish tour will continue as planned, with a date in Dublin tomorrow. Dates: ....
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Monday, 16 October 2006
The Evil Harrisons were due to play in Auntie Annie's tomorrow night (Tues 17 Oct) to promote their new EP But, this gig has been postponed, and they will now be playing on 4th November instead at a Club Sandwich event. Support tbc.
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Wednesday, 4 October 2006
Club Sandwich just gets bigger and tastier! Saturday 21 October is SUPER SNACK day! With live music from 5pm and DJs playing til 2am.Three levels of ticket entry are as follows: £5 :: 5pm-10.30pm   (live mu....
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Friday, 29 September 2006
BruisedFruit are very pleased to announce that we are growing and expanding every week! Now with a team of seven, we are better equipped to provide the best in local music.  Gigs, promo services, merchandise, support and advice. So let's meet the team! Jen....
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Tuesday, 26 September 2006
...but not for us! TWO great nights out on Friday 13th October for all you Derry waaaaans and Belfastards. CITY SWAP @ Bound For BostonBelfast's best bands take over Derry for a night! ED ZEALOUS, THE BLACK TOKENS and HOAX are coming to....
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Thursday, 21 September 2006
This Saturday takes us back to the Bunker for another tasty bite of Club Sandwich.Sadly, The Greeters have had to pull out of this gig, but NEW YORK FASHION WEEK will be there to get the party started, and then we welcome s....
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Monday, 18 September 2006
Congratulations to SHEELAGH GAMBLE of Hillsborough who is the lucky winner of a brand spanking new mp3 player! She was selected at random from the mailing list, and her prize is on it's way to her now! Don't forget, for your chance to hear about competitions, gigs....
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Sunday, 17 September 2006
BruisedFruit were lucky enough to be included in the Global Social Enterprise Forum which was held in Derry City earlier this week.  Key note speakers included Jerry Greenfield (Ben & Jerry's), Charles Lief (The Hartland Group/Greystone Foundation) and ....
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Wednesday, 13 September 2006
Last night's Up In The Attic very nearly turned into a disaster, and I very nearly suffered a heart attack! At 6.30pm (half an hour before the soundcheck) not one, but TWO of the bands pulled out of the gig.  A great many swears were uttered by your....
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Friday, 8 September 2006
Splitscreen and Anglelfall Laverys Bunker Mon 4th Sept The first thing you notice when entering the bunker is the stylish decor, in some ways this is a rather under rated venue, which is unusual considering the acts that have appeared here. Tonight feat....
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Sunday, 3 September 2006
Well the first Club Sandwich Saturday kicked off yesterday with a bang! Thanks to all those who came down.  And big cheers for MARY'S GREAT IDEA and BOATHOUSE who played beautifully. Tomorrow we welcome Magherafelt's emo-punk-rockers ANGELFALL to the stage, with support from SPLITSCR....
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Saturday, 26 August 2006
It's gonna be a week of high coffee intake for us here at BruisedFruit! Sunday - SLUTS ON CAVAMonday - CLUB SANDWICH with The Elliots + Cutaways + DJ GogsTuesday - UITA with Cutaways + Pier 19 + Pat and NipsySaturday - CLUB SANDWICH with Mary's Great Idea + Boath....
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Thursday, 10 August 2006
Well what a busy week for BruisedFruit! Hi-Fi Festival, in and out of meetings, endless phonecalls........heads were very nearly exploding! But not to worry. A good feed at Maggie May's sorted us out, and today we are back to our spritely selves. The big news is that the ....
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Saturday, 5 August 2006
Welcome to our new website!  It's finally here and it's awfully exciting! Brand new features and brand new club night! CLUB SANDWICH kicks off on Monday 21st August, and will be running every Monday from t....
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