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Dolly Mavies Live at The Snug: An Intimate and Raw Performance

Dolly Mavies delivered an intimate and raw performance at The Snug on Friday as part of The Early Doors Club, a UK government-backed program supporting the nighttime economy and local music across Leigh, Atherton, Tyldesley, and Wigan. Launched in 2023, the initiative aims to boost the local economy by increasing footfall and encouraging visitors to support surrounding businesses. Hailing from Oxford, Dolly Mavies was joined … Continue reading Dolly Mavies Live at The Snug: An Intimate and Raw Performance

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An Enchanting Evening: Bek Jones & Ríoghnach Connolly Live at The Snug

From the moment Bek Jones and Ríoghnach Connolly took the stage at The Snug in Atherton, the audience was captivated. Jones, with her rock-infused, bluesy vocals and evocative lyrics, blended seamlessly with Connolly’s hypnotic and enchanting voice. Their performance was a mesmerising fusion of folk, rock, blues, and storytelling. The intimate venue, filled with an eager crowd, provided the perfect backdrop for a truly unforgettable … Continue reading An Enchanting Evening: Bek Jones & Ríoghnach Connolly Live at The Snug

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Nostalgic Rock: The Dropouts live at St George’s Church, Tyldesley

The Early Doors Club was held on the 28th of June at St. George’s Church in Tyldesley. The Dropouts, a local band from Tyldesley featuring Radio M29’s own Bevan Thompson, headlined the show for this edition of gigs. I was greatly looking forward to this performance, as knowing Bev personally, I was promised a spectacular show. However, despite being informed by Bev that the show … Continue reading Nostalgic Rock: The Dropouts live at St George’s Church, Tyldesley

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A Sense of Deja Vu: Early Doors Club at The Snug

Within the last week, the significance of grassroots venues within the music industry has once again been brought to people’s attention. A controversy occurred when Gary Roden ex-CEO of CO-OP Live resigned following his ignorant remarks on grassroots venues. Gary  commented on how smaller venues are poorly ran ignited fury among music lovers, and rightfully so. Mr Roden’s comments highlight bigger venues’ reluctance to support their smaller counterparts. Places such as The Snug in … Continue reading A Sense of Deja Vu: Early Doors Club at The Snug

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