Caught By The Fuzz: Britpop & Indie Anthems
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Step back in time and relive the magic of nineties British music with Caught By The Fuzz at St James' STACK. This talented four-piece from the North East delivers a powerhouse set of Britpop and indie classics, from the unmissable anthems of Oasis and Blur to deep cuts from Pulp, Suede, The Stone Roses and beyond. With Jon Sibley's commanding vocals, Al Batchelors' soulful guitar work and a rock-solid rhythm section, this is live music performed with genuine passion and skill.
Whether you're a devoted fan of the era or simply looking for a brilliant night out, Caught By The Fuzz will take you on a journey through Britain's most fondly remembered decade. All the big hitters are here alongside gems from Supergrass, Manic Street Preachers, Arctic Monkeys, The Libertines and more, delivered with the energy and precision that made these songs legendary.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of St James' STACK with its excellent selection of food and drink, this is the perfect way to spend an evening in Newcastle. Gather your friends, soak up the atmosphere at our main stage, and get ready to sing along to the soundtrack of the nineties.
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Caught by the Fuzz take you on a journey through the nineties and beyond in a show loaded with Britpop classics & Indie anthems. An experienced four piece guitar band from the North East of England, with multiple part vocal harmonies - this is not your average covers band. Jon Sibley delivers powerful vocal performances every time - striking the highs of James Dean Bradfield and the more delicate tones of Paul Weller. Al Batchelors soulful guitar licks are sprinkled with Britpop magic and essences of John Squire, while the rhythm section of Scott Fenner and Andrew Gutierrez-Lock provide that solid drive and groove. All the big hitters are there from Pulp, Supergrass, Suede, The Stone Roses and The Manic Street Preachers, to 90s rivals Blur and Oasis. Thereâs also classics by bands such as Shed Seven, The Bluetones, Dodgy, Kula Shaker, Arctic Monkeys and The Libertines. If you’re looking to relive Britain’s most fondly remembered decade with a fun, friendly and professional band - please get in touch!
STACK St. James’ Park is a collaboration with Newcastle United Football Club to create a thriving food, drink and entertainment option for those attending matches and events at the stadium, as well as a bustling midweek leisure and social destination. It will be built using repurposed shipping containers around a central plaza and main stage area and is expected to with an initial lifespan of three years as the club explores potential uses for the site. The fan zone will attract people of all ages, with carefully curated events and attractions designed for families. The main stage, complete with a big screen, will be designed to deliver an immersive experience for live entertainment and broadcasting sporting events, while there will be six bars and ten street food units. It will be supported by the club’s front-of-shirt partner, Sela - a pioneering destination and experiences organisation.
