Neon Hearts

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Neon Hearts first got together in 1977 at the height of punk. A bunch of snarling teenagers from Wolverhampton, they were inspired by the raw energy and excitement of the time.
There were record deals, an album, 3 singles, tours, a John Peel session, TV appearances, iffy attempts to commercialise them, and the usual band antics. The original line-up called it a day 35 years ago, only bass player Paul Raven made a career in the industry, going on to Killing Joke and Ministry among others before tragically passing away in 2007.
The reformed Neon Hearts are back with a CD of new songs and a great live show. The reunion came about from the opportunity to tour Japan in April 2014. Unbeknown to the band they have a Japanese fan base which has, extraordinarily and completely independently, sprung up as part of Japan's obsession with UK youth culture, particularly original bands from the 70’s. So much so, that a tribute CD was released in Japan in 2012 with 9 different Japanese bands recording their favourite Neon Hearts songs.
Neon Hearts are original members Tone Dial (Vocals), Keith Allen (Drums) and Martin Ratcliffe (Guitar) with Ed Bol (Bass) bringing a style reminiscent of Raven but with his own edge.
The live set comprises a healthy mix of the old songs and some cracking new tunes. Check them out, it’s like Deja Vu.
Ticket price includes a free EP.