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Shame return with absolute belter “Alphabet”

Shame, one of post-punk’s most promising bands in recent years, have returned with “Alphabet”, the first release off their upcoming second album. Back in 2018, Shame released their critically acclaimed debut record, Songs of Praise. Purposeful, energetic and downright brilliant, Shame were an instant hit. An extensive and tiring tour followed, after which the bandContinue reading “Shame return with absolute belter “Alphabet””

The Sweet Sound of Anarchy

I say anarchy because the Shame gig last Saturday night was totally devoid of any rules or guidelines as to how a gig is meant to go down. In fact, lead singer Charlie Steen’s reassurances that it was “just entertainment” and encouragement to just “let go, smile and have fun” only spurred on the already excitedContinue reading “The Sweet Sound of Anarchy”