DiS presents: Gruff Rhys / Y Niwl @ Memorial Hall (14.02.10)

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DrownedinSound presents:

 

GRUFF RHYS – http://www.gruffrhys.com/

 

Gruff Rhys shouldn't require much introduction. Not only has he fronted Welsh legends Super Furry Animals (who are currently on hiatus) for 17 years, he's lately been responsible for some supremely innovative solo records and unlikely collaborations. 2007's 'Candylion' was a huge critical success, while the following year's collaborative Neon Neon project saw his music enter an entirely different, disco-oriented realm. Switching things up again last year, he released 'The Terror of Cosmic Loneliness' with Brazilian musician Tony da Gattora as well as a film, 'Separado!'. On the day of this gig, he will release his third solo album, 'Hotel Shampoo' - the title taken from a recent sculpture he made using a staggering assortment of complimentary toiletries collected during his many years of touring (see

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+ Y NIWL – http://www.yniwl.com/

 

This wonderful instrumental surf-rock quartet (who comprise members of Welsh indie royalty Gorky’s Zygotic Mynci and Topper) will first perform material from their recent self-titled debut before taking to the stage with Gruff as his backing band. A real treat is in store, both times.

 

"The drummer’s a mutant metronome, the bass player walks like a panther and the guitars bend and twist their way into your face until you’re dancing like a teenage weirdo.” - SWN

 

“Conjuring up sounds reminiscent of the The Chantays, Dick Dale and the Del-tones the foursome that comprise Y Niwl have put their own spin on proceedings, and in doing so bring guitar based surf well and truly to the present day.” - Addict Music

 

“A big malted glass of valve amps, dust-infused organ and live taping sans overdubs." - Drowned in Sound

 

@ Memorial Hall, Barker's Pool, Sheffield, S1 2JA

 

Doors: 7.30pm

Age: 18+

Price: £13.50adv

Telephone: 0114 278 9789

 

NB. Seating at Memorial Hall is Reserved - the sooner you buy your ticket, the better the spot you'll get.

 

PRE-SALE TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW: http://bit.ly/fRqFc4

 

TICKETS ON GENERAL SALE AT 9AM ON WEDNESDAY 8 DECEMBER

 

Online:

 

http://www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk/

http://www.arenaticketshop.co.uk/

 

Outlets:

 

City Hall - Barker's Pool, Sheffield (0114 278 9789)

The Harley - Glossop Road, Sheffield (0114 275 2288)

The Wick At Both Ends – West Street, Sheffield (0114 272 3039)