Hello to everyone, welcome to my first blog for The Soviets. I first met these guys after I had played an acoustic gig at the sage in Gateshead and was then invited to see a band playing at The Cluny. Straight away I knew I wanted to be a part of The Soviets and therefore after practising like mad, many drunken nights and persuading the guys it was a good idea here I am, ready, willing and able. I would also like to mention and thank Iain Crummie for giving me the first initial help to get me into the groove and want to wish him all the best with his new wife. Cheers Iain!

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 I'm wiped out. The band played Newcastle on Friday night, London's famous Water Rats on Saturday, a money-making covers gig on Sunday, and a unique acoustic set back in Newcastle on Monday.

Two of the gigs were recorded, and will form part of our rewards program for the newly-assembled Street Team. This is open to any RGR fan who wants to take part, and involves a few minutes helping the label out each week. For that little outlay we will give you shiny and exclusive things, including live content and previews of our new material before anyone else gets it. The information page is...

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