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Merchandise
Indie / Alternative / Pop



Bolton and Manchester,
United Kingdom

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Last Login:  7/3/2009
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   Merchandise: General Info
Member Since1/29/2006
Band Websitewww.merchandisetheband.co.uk
Band MembersBrad B. Wood - Vocals, guitars Conrad Astley - Piano, keyboards John A. Stewart - Bass Matt Maher - Drums
Influences
Sounds LikeBelle and Sebastian, Kings of Convenience, Badly Drawn Boy, Magic Numbers, Postal Service, Death Cab for Cutie
Record LabelCityscape Records
Type of LabelIndie


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   About Merchandise
Merchandise are returning with another slice of pure pop gold.
Hot on the heels of last year’s much praised single Sometimes, and offering another tantalising taste of their forthcoming album For the Masses, Listen Up! is so life affirming the band had no choice but to stick an exclamation mark after the title.
While Listen Up! may be a tale of heartbreak and emotional torment, it is told against a sparkling musical backdrop – a tune more infectious than a winter flu pandemic and a pounding beat which sounds like it’s just punched its way out of a Wigan Casino all-nighter.
This acoustic guitar driven two and a half minute gem showcases the electronic production techniques and pop songwriting that have become Brad B Wood and Conrad Astley’s trademark, while pointing to the energy of the band’s live shows which include John A Stewart on bass and Matt Maher on drums.
At its heart is the irresistible refrain: “All I’ve ever really wanted is a girl to make me shout, Hey lads now listen up – this is what life’s about!”
B-side Lonesome Beauty, meanwhile, shows yet another side to the band’s musical vision, with gentle bossa nova and worn velvet vocals giving way to a blistering chorus, sly drum samples, and a bassline more groovy than anything heard since Chic were last in the house.
With both tunes, Merchandise have produced the perfect antidote to winter’s greys and blues, and have once again produced a familiar, yet unique cocktail of charming, disarming and seductive music.
So go on, treat yourself to a taste of Merchandise.
Press: Paddy @ Paddy Forwood PR on 01258 830 014 or pad.forwood@virgin.net Radio/ TV: Liam Walsh @ Ask Me PR on 0161 832 9443 or liam@askmepr.com
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"Uplifting piano led pop with a summery tint to it…" Subba Cultcha.com
"This Breath of fresh air is the perfect introduction to Merchandise’s uplifting pop sound. A story told through stirring optimistic lyrics with a simple, catchy musical accompaniment, this radio-friendly treat has the potential to put Merchandise on the Map." Music Week
"This isn’t a record for the cynics or noisemongers amongst you, but there must be some pop fans left out there?" Diskant
"Almost guaranteed to have the listener skipping down a sun kissed Summer avenue." Clash
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Viva Superlux





Jun 26 2009 11:38 PM

Heeeeeeeelllllllooooooooo! The new songs are sounding really good guys! Worth the wait!
goodsplayloud





Jun 26 2009 2:02 PM

Hi, Brad!!!
Thank you so much!!!

you are the best!!!

and

Do my best!!! Play loud and Dance!!!

Atsushi(goodsplayloud)
Designer Magazine (Music Website in Manchester)





Jun 23 2009 9:10 PM

HEY

WE'VE GOT LOADS ON IN JUNE / JULY SO HERE'S JUST A HANDFUL OF THE GIGS SO FAR - CHECK THE MYSPACE PAGE OUT FOR THE FULL LISTINGS


ADVANCE TICKETS

July 2nd - The Dead Formats - new signings to Visible Noise @ Satans Hollow (16+) - £5 tickets from - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/49825

July 3rd - Decimals - Pennie from The Automatics new band @ Sub 61 (14+) - £5 tickets from http://www.wegottickets.com/event/49265

July 10th - The Heartbreaks - Formerly Seaside Riot and just seen at Academy 1 with The View - £5 tickets from http://www.wegottickets.com/event/49946

Sept 25th - Doll & The Kicks @ Sub61 - fresh from 2 sold out Apollo dates with Morrissey, D&TK returun for a headline show in Manchester - £6 from http://www.wegottickets.com/event/50385












LOTS LOTS MORE GIGS ON THE MYSPACE SO CHECK THE FULL LISTINGS......... IF YOU WANT TO PLAY A GIG FOR US MESSAGE US VIA THE MYSPACE


Xxx
Late n Live





Jun 11 2009 3:57 PM




goodsplayloud





Jun 10 2009 3:06 PM

"Lies Like These"

I like!!!

Good pop music!!!

Listen and Dance!!!

Atsushi(gp)
hedge





Jun 10 2009 2:48 PM


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La Folie





Jun 4 2009 12:39 AM

Hey hey,

La Folie are having a launch party on the 8th of June at The Forum in Sheffield! £2 advance tickets/£3 on the door! Plus the added bonus of if you film some stuff from the night of us, you or anything else connected and send it us, we will send you a free copy of 'Risus Sardonicus'



this artworks by Phlegm - amazing stuff!

Love Mannie LF x
Designer Magazine (Music Website in Manchester)





May 9 2009 3:26 PM

Hey

Our latest all ages (16+) show has just been announced so make it down if you can cos this band will be massive





Let us know what you think of them


ADVANCE TICKETS

June 19th - The Ruling Class @ Manchester Roadhouse - Just been on tour with The Charlatans and The Twang - £5 tickets from http://www.wegottickets.com/event/47829

June 20th - The Sand Band @ Roadhouse - one time Coral guitarist and just played Manchester gig with Nick McCabe / The Black Marquee - £5 tickets from http://www.wegottickets.com/event/48101

July 2nd - The Dead Formats - new signings to Visible Noise @ Satans Hollow (16+) - £5 tickets from - http://www.wegottickets.com/event/49825

July 3rd - Decimals - Pennie from The Automatics new band @ Sub 61 (14+) - £5 tickets from http://www.wegottickets.com/event/49265
Uluru Chorlton - Live Music 4 Nights A Week!





May 8 2009 4:31 PM

hedge





May 6 2009 3:22 PM

May 15th

Hedge May 15th

May 24th Special

Hedge Special May 24th
IndiePages





Apr 27 2009 6:00 AM

Just a quick note to let you know I've posted a review of the new 7" on IndiePages.
Check it out!

Chris
Designer Magazine (Music Website in Manchester)





Apr 21 2009 7:36 PM

HEY

WE'VE GOT LOADS ON IN APRIL SO HERE'S JUST A HANDFUL OF THE GIGS SO FAR - CHECK THE MYSPACE PAGE OUT FOR THE FULL LISTINGS














LOTS LOTS MORE GIGS ON THE MYSPACE SO CHECK THE FUL LISTINGS......... IF YOU WANT TO PLAY A GIG FOR US MESSAGE US VIA THE MYSPACE


Xxx




AND DONT FORGET OUR MASSIVE HUNGRY PIGEON FESTIVAL............NEW POSTERS COMING SOON BUT SINCE THEN WE'VE ALSO CONFIRMED

* Stephen Fretwell
* Kid British
* Gay Blades

and many many more....


hedge





Apr 15 2009 9:11 PM

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Raskolnikov’s Dream





Apr 12 2009 12:20 AM

Thanks for adding me as a friend Merchandise! I really hope that you enjoy my music!

If you have a Facebook or Last.fm account, don't hesitate to befriend me there, too!!!
Jimmy the Fingers





Apr 8 2009 10:42 PM

Hey hey hey it's Jimmy The Fingers!
If you haven't seen this video please take a peek...
This is me singing my song "Grace."
If you buy one mp3 this year make it a jimmy!
BUY NOW – CLICK HERE!!!!!



BUY NOW – CLICK HERE!!!!!
Uluru Chorlton - Live Music 4 Nights A Week!





Apr 8 2009 12:21 PM

Designer Magazine (Music Website in Manchester)





Apr 6 2009 9:26 PM

HEY

WE'VE GOT LOADS ON IN APRIL SO HERE'S JUST A HANDFUL OF THE GIGS SO FAR - CHECK THE MYSPACE PAGE OUT FOR THE FULL LISTINGS


















LOTS LOTS MORE GIGS ON THE MYSPACE SO CHECK THE FUL LISTINGS......... IF YOU WANT TO PLAY A GIG FOR US MESSAGE US VIA THE MYSPACE

Xxx
Designer Magazine (Music Website in Manchester)





Apr 4 2009 10:01 AM

HEY

WE'VE GOT LOADS ON IN APRIL SO HERE'S JUST A HANDFUL OF THE GIGS SO FAR - CHECK THE MYSPACE PAGE OUT FOR THE FULL LISTINGS















LOTS LOTS MORE GIGS ON THE MYSPACE SO CHECK THE FUL LISTINGS......... IF YOU WANT TO PLAY A GIG FOR US MESSAGE US VIA THE MYSPACE

Xxx
goodsplayloud





Mar 28 2009 2:44 PM

Thank you for addition. So, sorry. I was delayed in comment. Listen UP! is great pop tune!!!
Atsushi(goodsplayloud)
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Mar 13 2009 7:54 PM

POPSCENE with J*A*L*A*L
Radio Weser [Bremen/Germany]
[92.5 FM / 101.85 FM]
Fridays 18h CET

LISTEN AGAIN ::: THIS WEEK'S SHOW


::: POPSCENE Playlist 13.03.
2009 :::


DOVES The Ceder Room
MI AMI New Guitar
WOODPIGEON Cities Of Weather
DAN AUERBACH I Want Some More
MAYOR McCA How 2 Right A Song
SHOLI Tourniquet
SHOLI Dance For Hours
JIMI HENDRIX Spanish Castle Magic
MERCHANDISE Listen Up
SHRAG Long Term Monster
PALE SAINTS Kinky Love
PAINS OF BEING PURE AT HEART The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart
DEARS Money Babies
ALIENS Theremin
PIXIES Wave Of Mutilation
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Feb 24 2009 8:56 PM

Allrate
we're your support for saturday at the grapes
lookin forward to it
x
The Aftershow Guestlist





Feb 21 2009 3:03 PM

Looking forward to seeing you lot friday night!
should be great!
The Aftershow Guestlist





Feb 18 2009 12:38 PM

Guestlist for seal cub clubbing club, the aftershow @ Moho Live 27th feb.
If anyone wants guestlist for this show, £5 entry instead of £7 otd message me your name and email address. This way also saves you paying any extra booking fees!

Full line up includes;
Main Room: Seal Club Clubbing Club, The Little Tremors, The Shaiyans, Merchandise, NoLife, No*Tokyo, The Tides

Second Room: Designer Magazine & Vega Music presents....
The Velvetines, Dirty Avenues, Intervention, The Sport, The Troniks
hedge





Nov 13 2008 5:18 PM

Katron





Oct 27 2008 11:49 PM

hallo!! hows u? hope things are good doon yer way...things are swimmingly fine up here xxx
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