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Contrast announce Break up (posted 21st August 2005) |
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On
Tuesday 16th August 2005, James announced the break-up of Contrast. The band
had been progressing quickly over recent months, and were attracting much
attention. However, several issues resulted in the split, including
that the members had different wants and needs from the band, had different
views on the directions it was going, and could afford varying degrees of
commitment. It was, therefore, agreed that a break-up would be the best
option.
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Acoustic set loved by the French (posted 21st July 2005) |
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second festival that Contrast played in France representing Kent, after
playing a usual high-tempo loud electric set, Contrast played an acoustic
set on a smaller stage. Despite having never played an acoustic set live, or
in practice before, the French fans loved it! They were trying to sing along
as best they could to Contrast's own songs, and with the band throwing in a
couple of covers which the audience knew, it was a great success. Totally
off-the-cuff, but very enjoyable. Our faces are now on a number of
French cameras.
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'Come Together' DVD (posted 6th July 2005) |
| The organisers of the 'Come Together' event held in
Portsmouth in June, which Contrast played at, have stated that a DVD of the
event should become available. This could feature up to three of Contrast's
songs being played live. We'll keep you updated on this when we find out more.
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New album review (posted 6th July 2005) |
| Check out a new review of 'Right Equation' on the 'album
reviews' page.
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Unfortunately - Contrast can't rock Dartford this month! (posted 6th July 2005) |
| Unfortunately, having been offered to play at the
Dartford Festival this month, we have had to decline due to various commitments
- sorry Dartford. But you can see us at other festivals, such as the River
Festival in Maidstone.
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Contrast are playing overseas (posted 23rd May 2005) |
| Contrast have been selected to represent Kent in a music
and arts festival that will take place in France on 4th and 20th July 2005.
After discussions with selected members of Kent County Council, the band agreed
to play a set on both of the dates. It may be the start of a world tour! We'll
keep you posted about this.
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'Come Together' - music event (posted 23rd May 2005) |
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for the Band Aid Charity and Tsunami Appeal, Contrast were asked, and have
agreed to part in a gig involving some of the bands who were involved in the MOD
AID single. The event takes place at South Parade Pier, Portsmouth on Sunday
26th June, 3pm - 10.30pm. Mark Joseph is headlining the event. Tickets cost £15.
For advance tickets contact Jenny on 02392 791665 or Debbie on 07946 146109. It
is guaranteed to be a great day!
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MOD AID 20 is to be released on 31st May (posted 23rd May 2005) |
| It's official - the National Single featuring Contrast
plus a number of other bands (See focus of the month February / May 2005) is
finally due for release on 31st May 2005 from all major record stores. It's been
a long time coming, but it is sounding great. Help us get on TOTP by buying your
copy. See www.modaid20.org for more
information.
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One-year birthday gig (posted 10th May 2005) |
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Chatham, Kent on Thursday 2nd June to celebrate one year as a band. All are
welcome, so please come and show your support. DJ's will also be spinning some
classic tunes.
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Contrast chosen to feature on new internet site (posted 10th May 2005) |
| Contrast have been chosen to be the first band on a new
internet site advertising people in the entertainment profession. You can listen
to their music, and read a little about them. Check out
www.3minuteproductions.com
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James Interviewed on Sohostrut (posted 10th May 2005) |
| Read James's interview on
www.sohostrut.co.uk - talking about
Contrast, music, mods and alcohol!!!
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See our faces in Scootering Magazine - March issue (posted 10th May 2005) |
| Check out March's issue of Scootering Magazine (or our
media page) for an article on Modaid 20 which Contrast were involved in. It's
got some photos of the band as well as other artists that took part (Ronnie
Wood, Steve Craddock, Mark Joseph etc)
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Album review on Sohostrut - interview to come (posted 10th April 2005) |
| Read a review of Contrast's first album 'Right Equation'
on www.sohostrut.co.uk - There is also
an interview to follow, which should be on the site within a couple of weeks
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Contrast's second album complete (posted 3rd April 2005) |
| The second album has been recorded, but will not be due
for release until later in the year - so you'll have to wait!!! All we are going
to say is that we have positive feelings about it, and are very pleased how it
sounds.
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Our ugly faces on CD (posted 22nd March 2005) |
| Mod Aid 20 is now due out sometime in April. It was
delayed because they are now putting the video of the recording onto the CD.
Check out the new Mod Aid Website (address has changed):
www.modaid20.org (there's some photos of
us on it)
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New message board (posted 26th February 2005) |
| It's finally here..... your chance to say what you think
about the band....... the songs...... in fact, anything you want to! Just
sign-in (it won't cost you anything), and write your message.
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Contrast original painting available (posted 9th February 2005) |
| A painting of Contrast is currently available for sale
at the Brook Theatre, Chatham, Kent. The picture was painted during Contrast's
gig at the Medway Music and Arts Festival 2005. The current price is £150!!
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Contrast aim for Top of the Pops - Mod Aid 20 update (posted 9th February 2005) |
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On the 29/30th January,
Contrast featured on the recording of cover versions of two Small Faces songs
alongside selected other bands, and famous artists such as
Ron Wood
(Rolling Stones), Steve Craddock (Ocean Colour Scene), Reg Presley (Troggs),
Chris Farlowe, Mark
Joseph,
PP Arnold and
many others. The single is due for release
on March 7th (Biff Bang Pow
Records),
with proceeds going towards the Band Aid Charity.
It is hoped to chart in the top 40. A music video was also made, and we are
hoping that it may be featured on Top of the Pops .... watch this space. For
more information go to www.modaid.com
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Mod Aid 20 (posted 1st January 2005) |
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Contrast have been asked to feature on an single release consisting of two Small
Faces numbers (“Watcha Gonna Do About It” and “Afterglow of Your Love”), with
all proceeds going towards the ‘Band Aid’ Charity. The band will be recording
the songs on the 29th and 30th January 2005, alongside some famous artists. We
will keep you posted as to who they are in due course. The CD should be
available in all good record stores, so make sure you purchase a copy.
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Contrast turn down record deal (posted
27th November 2004) |
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Unfortunately negotiations over a contract to release 'Time Machine', from the
'Right Equation' Album, on a compilation album due out next year, have broken
down. Biff Bang Pow Records sent a contract for Contrast to sign, but we felt
that it was not quite right for us at the present time.
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Paul Weller gives Contrast some positive feedback!!! (posted
15th November 2004) |
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Well ok..... it wasn't the
real
Paul Weller..... But Contrast recently supported The Jam Tribute Band - "The New
Age Jam" and they gave us some very positive feedback. Quote: "Keep gigging, you
will go far" and "Contrast should be on Top of The Pops". Check out The New Age
Jam website: www.thenewagejam.co.uk.
If you can, see them live. Thanks again to the band, and to the crowd at Beacon
Court, really enjoyed the gig.
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Live Interview on Radio Kent on Saturday 6th November
(posted
26th October 2004) |
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Hear a live Contrast interview on Radio Kent 96.7FM at 9am on Saturday 6th November. Songs from the album will also be played. Alternatively, why not watch the interview live online at the following address: www.bbc.co.uk/england/radiokent. The station are currently broadcasting a selection of Contrast tunes from time to time, so keep listening!!! (see our links page)
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Internet Interview on Street Radio FM on 14th October |
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Hear Contrast being interviewed about their new album on Thursday 14th October
at 9pm on www.streetradio.org.uk
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CD Launch on Thursday 7th October @ Bar M |
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Contrast will be launching their first professional studio full album - ‘Right
Equation’ (recorded at Ranscombe Studios), on Thursday 7th October at Bar M,
Chatham. Please come and show your support, and don’t miss out on getting a copy
of the CD.
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Recording sessions complete (posted
29th August 2004 |
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Contrast have finished recording at Ranscombe Studios. 10 songs have been
recorded, and the album, ‘Right Equation’ will be released shortly. The band are
very happy with the recordings, which include songs ranging from fast mod rock,
to slow ballads, and soulful tunes. Contrast would like to thank Anthony Brooks
(from Maker) who played organ on four of the songs, and Gemma Dand who provided
backing vocals on one track. For a more detailed look at the recording sessions,
see ‘Focus of the Month’ for September 2004.
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