We are saddened to hear of the recent passing of trombonist Chris Lawrence at the age of 57. Chris was a permanent fixture in the band’s brass section, alongside Alex Gifford, playing on the studio albums from Aural Sculpture to 10 and appearing live onstage with the band throughout the period 1984-1990.

Fly straight Chris, fond adieu x

(thanks to Stewart Ivory for the info)

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Later this year, the band undertake a 13 date European tour which sees them visiting France, Italy, Netherlands and Germany. We can now reveal that the special guests for the complete tour are West London’s finest Ruts DC. As mentioned previously, the Penmarc’h gig is already sold out but we can confirm that the Worpswede date is now sold out too. All other dates are selling well. See you on

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The band will be appearing at Kelvingrove Bandstand in Glasgow’s West End on Saturday 29 June. They will be joined by special guests Ruts DC at the 2500 capacity outdoor gig.

Tickets are onsale now here

The Penmarc’h gig in November has now sold out. All other French dates are selling well. Keep an eye out as we have more European gig news early tomorrow…

Due to issues experienced by overseas fans wishing to purchase tickets for the 3 gigs in Tokyo in November, there is now an easy to use ticket link in English which can be found here The link also gives access to buy VIP soundcheck tickets too. Tickets for the gigs are still available at present but the venues are quite small so act fast if you’re

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