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Mark Edwards
The Sunday Times
Mark Edwards
The Sunday Times

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This Brazilian pop-punk outfit offer an elegant solution for those who feel they ought to listen to more world music, but really only like shouty guitar bands.
Fibbers, York, Mon; Roadhouse, Manchester, Tue; Faversham, Leeds, Wed; 93 Feet East, E1, Fri

Amp Fiddler
The former George Clinton side man now purveys his irresistible keyboard grooves as a solo artist. New album Afro Strut suggests he’s just getting better and better.
Zodiac, Oxford, Mon; Social, Nottingham, Tue; iFi Club, Leeds, Wed

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British Sea Power
Why bother with the latest things when you can enjoy the timeless splendour of this eccentric Brighton-based quintet with a downright engaging penchant for rural set-dressing — including the odd stuffed owl on stage.
Zodiac, Oxford, Wed; Brudenell Social Club, Leeds, Thu