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The Frank and Walters

The Frank and Walters are a pop/rock band from Cork, Ireland. Founded in 1990 the group (named in honour of two eccentric Cork characters) are Paul Linehan (vocalist/bassist), his brother Niall Linehan (guitar) (replaced by Kevin Pedreschi in 2004) and Ashley Keating (drums). Signing to the Setanta label in 1991, the group debuted with album EP1, and the lead track "Fashion Crisis Hits New York" became an indie hit. The follow-up album EP.2 was quickly forthcoming.

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Waiting Room

There are 4 artists with the name Waiting Room: 1) Waiting Room came to be in mid 2010 from both experienced backgrounds and fresh beginnings, soon after devising their own slant on melodic hardcore punk. Off the back of a four-track demo the five-piece began gigging all over town, with a song soon after featured on the 'This Is Brisbane' compilation alongside many of the city

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Blackwater

Blackwater may refer to at least 3 artists:
1) a French group of Celtic music caracterized for its energic sound and accurate control over the instruments. See http://www.lesonotone.com/blackwater/ and http://www.myspace.com/blackwateririshconnection. 2) a deathmetal band from the cold north. Inspired by bands like Kataklysm, Hate Eternal, Bloodbath, Behemoth etc... 3) A London-based classic rock band comprising Tommy Balaam (vocals/guitar), George McKenzie (Guitar), Rory Murphy (Vocals/bass) and Bryce Dunn (Drums).

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Rubberbandits

The RubberBandits are a comedy hip-hop duo from Limerick City, Ireland. Primarily a stage act, they have performed throughout Ireland, at such events as The Electric Picnic and the Bulmers International Comedy Festival, and have played with The Alabama Three, Super Extra Bonus Party and Ice Cube. Their music is primarily distributed through the internet, or by bootleg discs, although a number of their tracks have been issued on a limited edition eponymous album.

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Momma's Slippers

Momma's Slippers are a five piece punk/ska band from Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh. Formed in March 06, the band have already released a 7 track demo called "Punk Chaos" and in the summer of 2008 the band released their debut 13 track album "Walking With The Zombies". The band are currently writing their second album. Proud members of the Erne Music Collective! "Exuberant youthful punk and gottadanceto ska, is delivered here with verve and enthusiasm" Hardcore Times

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Slide

There are a number of bands and artist using this name. (1) The original band called Slide were from Glasgow, Scotland. Formed in the 1980s. They toured with GUN and Texas and released the album 'Down so long'. The biggest hit from the album was called 'Why is it a crime?' Slide consisted of: Kenny Paterson - Lead Guitar
Richard Hynd - Drums (went on to play with Texas)
Scott Fraser - Bass
Grant Richardson - Vocals & Acoustic

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Tarras

From the Scottish Borders, Tarras provide a blend of the Celtic tradition subtly fused with a range of other genres, not least The Blues and classical. Only two Albums were released: Rising (1999) and Walking Down Mainstreet (2001).
The original line up:
Rob Armstrong - Cittern, vocals
Joss Clapp - Acoustic & Electric Bass, guitar, mandolin, vocals
Emma Hancock - Violin, whistle, vocals
Ben Murray - Accordian, vocals
Jon Redfern - Drums, percussion, guitar, flute & vocals

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