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Woolstock is sheepish.net's weekend of gothness in Leeds, featuring eight of the country's best goth bands! Over the weekend of Friday 8th December to Sunday 10th December we've got the following bands playing...
Inkubus Sukkubus
NFD
The Ghost Of Lemora
Zombina & The Skeletones
The Way Of All Flesh
Spares Zeitgeist Zero
Lesbian Bed Death
Rhombus
Hopefully everything you need to know about Woolstock can be found within the site, but to keep up to date with any developments and gossip, there's a Woolstock Forum, a Livejournal community and a special mailing list you can join!
Woolstock is sheepish.net's weekend of gothness in Leeds, featuring eight of the country's best goth bands! Over the weekend of Friday 8th December to Sunday 10th December we've got the following bands playing...
Inkubus Sukkubus
NFD
The Ghost Of Lemora
Zombina & The Skeletones
The Way Of All Flesh
Lesbian Bed Death
Rhombus
Hopefully everything you need to know about Woolstock can be found within the site, but to keep up to date with any developments and gossip, there's a Woolstock Forum, a Livejournal community and a special mailing list you can join!
SCHEDULE
Friday 8th December Ghost Of Lemora Zombina & The Skeletones The Way Of All Flesh Lesbian Bed Death Mixing Tin, Albion Street, Leeds (Limited day tickets available) Doors 8.30pm First band onstage 9pm (Late start for those travelling) | Saturday 9th December Inkubus Sukkubus NFD Zeitgeist Zero Rhombus Joseph's Well, Chorley Lane, Leeds (Day tickets available) Doors 6pm First band onstage 7pm | Sunday 10th December "Woolly Logic" clubnight featuring DJs from Friday Flock, Sin City + Guests The Subculture, Wade Lane, Leeds 7pm - Midnight |
BANDS
Click on a band name for full details:
Inkubus Sukkubus
NFD
The Ghost Of Lemora
Zombina & The Skeletones
The Way Of All Flesh
Spares Zeitgeist Zero
Lesbian Bed Death
Rhombus
Click on a band name for full details:
Inkubus Sukkubus
NFD
The Ghost Of Lemora
Zombina & The Skeletones
The Way Of All Flesh
Lesbian Bed Death
Rhombus
INKUBUS SUKKUBUS
Inkubus Sukkubus are the UK's foremost pagan rock band, with a musical alchemy that touches folk and classical alongside more rock and gothic elements. If you could imagine Fleetwood Mac melded with Sleeping Dogs Wake with a touch of the Sisters' grandiose orchestrations you would get pretty close to their raison d'être. Truly they have managed to turn lead into gold with the essential elements of Candia's distinctive voice and Tony's memorable guitar lines. (novak)
Inkubus Sukkubus are the UK's foremost pagan rock band, with a musical alchemy that touches folk and classical alongside more rock and gothic elements. If you could imagine Fleetwood Mac melded with Sleeping Dogs Wake with a touch of the Sisters' grandiose orchestrations you would get pretty close to their raison d'être. Truly they have managed to turn lead into gold with the essential elements of Candia's distinctive voice and Tony's memorable guitar lines. (novak)
NFD
NFD take the best parts of classic Goth Rock, such as the dark emotional power of bands such as the Sisters Of Mercy & The Fields Of The Nephilim, then bring it right up to date with pounding dance beats, intense driving guitar lines & drums influenced by the best of modern metal and industrial music. NFD features Tony Pettitt, founder-member of Fields Of The Nephilim, along with Simon Rippin from The Nefilim and Bob White, former frontman of Sensorium.
NFD take the best parts of classic Goth Rock, such as the dark emotional power of bands such as the Sisters Of Mercy & The Fields Of The Nephilim, then bring it right up to date with pounding dance beats, intense driving guitar lines & drums influenced by the best of modern metal and industrial music. NFD features Tony Pettitt, founder-member of Fields Of The Nephilim, along with Simon Rippin from The Nefilim and Bob White, former frontman of Sensorium.
THE GHOST OF LEMORA
The Ghost of Lemora are the glamorous kings (and queen) of modern gothdom, embracing the classic goth aesthetic without ever sacrificing the ability to surprise. What sets The Ghost Of Lemora apart are their songs, with their tales of "tawdry glamour and faded elegance" (starvox), a love of 50s horror films, not to mention a wry delight in the double entendre, Twinkle's lyrics nevertheless have an emotional impact and resonance that reflects the music perfectly.
The Ghost of Lemora are the glamorous kings (and queen) of modern gothdom, embracing the classic goth aesthetic without ever sacrificing the ability to surprise. What sets The Ghost Of Lemora apart are their songs, with their tales of "tawdry glamour and faded elegance" (starvox), a love of 50s horror films, not to mention a wry delight in the double entendre, Twinkle's lyrics nevertheless have an emotional impact and resonance that reflects the music perfectly.
ZOMBINA & THE SKELETONES
Zombina And The Skeletones make flesh-eatin' guitar fuzz and whirling organs sound like they never came back into fashion, with four part vocal harmonies and love songs to asteroids and monkeys! Expect a bite-sized punk adventure packed with aliens, monsters and doomed teenage romance!
Zombina And The Skeletones make flesh-eatin' guitar fuzz and whirling organs sound like they never came back into fashion, with four part vocal harmonies and love songs to asteroids and monkeys! Expect a bite-sized punk adventure packed with aliens, monsters and doomed teenage romance!
THE WAY OF ALL FLESH
The Way Of All Flesh play "unashamed goth rock", evocative of the early 90s but with all that bombast and melodrama stripped out. Think of Vendemmian or Revolution By Night then you're getting close. The Fleshies debut album "Esprit d'Escalier" was released last year to much acclaim.
The Way Of All Flesh play "unashamed goth rock", evocative of the early 90s but with all that bombast and melodrama stripped out. Think of Vendemmian or Revolution By Night then you're getting close. The Fleshies debut album "Esprit d'Escalier" was released last year to much acclaim.
SPARES
Spares is the latest project from Simon Manning, guitarist from the legendary Children On Stun. Spares still enjoy the driving guitar sound of Stun, but vocals now come from Alison Gann, who has "natural flair for a somewhat Shirley Manson-esque croon" (starvox). Their new album contains tracks that nod to Massive Attack, Rammstein and Skeletal Family, whilst still retaining a rich sound than remains unique.
Spares is the latest project from Simon Manning, guitarist from the legendary Children On Stun. Spares still enjoy the driving guitar sound of Stun, but vocals now come from Alison Gann, who has "natural flair for a somewhat Shirley Manson-esque croon" (starvox). Their new album contains tracks that nod to Massive Attack, Rammstein and Skeletal Family, whilst still retaining a rich sound than remains unique.
LESBIAN BED DEATH
Lesbian Bed Death play goth/sleaze, imagine an unholy alliance between the Cult, Misfits, Cramps and Motley Crüe with female vocals. Best known for their notorious single "Goth Girls Are Easy", Lesbian Bed Death have a great line in humorous lyrics and high-octane bouncy tunes.
Lesbian Bed Death play goth/sleaze, imagine an unholy alliance between the Cult, Misfits, Cramps and Motley Crüe with female vocals. Best known for their notorious single "Goth Girls Are Easy", Lesbian Bed Death have a great line in humorous lyrics and high-octane bouncy tunes.
RHOMBUS
Rhombus play unashamed goth rock of the late 80s vintage, with "swirly top-end guitar sounds, strong bass and distinctive male vocals that are reminiscent of early Rosetta Stone" (Kaleidoscope). Rhombus play tight, tense, driven songs that are nevertheless so catchy you'll find yourself singing them on your way home!
Rhombus play unashamed goth rock of the late 80s vintage, with "swirly top-end guitar sounds, strong bass and distinctive male vocals that are reminiscent of early Rosetta Stone" (Kaleidoscope). Rhombus play tight, tense, driven songs that are nevertheless so catchy you'll find yourself singing them on your way home!
VENUES
Click on a venue for directions
and more details:
The Mixing Tin (Friday)
Joseph's Well (Saturday)
The Subculture (Sunday)
Click on a venue for directions
and more details:
The Mixing Tin (Friday)
Joseph's Well (Saturday)
The Subculture (Sunday)
THE MIXING TIN (Friday)
9 Albion St, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5ES
9 Albion St, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 5ES
The Mixing Tin is in the heart of Leeds city centre, only a very short walk from the station.
Click here for Google Map
Directions from the Train Station:
Take the first exit from the station (opposite end of the first concourse opposite the barriers, By Burger King and Paperchase) turn right, and follow the road along the side of the station (where the taxis often wait) until it curves left. Cross the main road and head up the pedestrianised area, passing under parts of the shopping centre. You should already be able to see JJB Sports directly ahead of you. The venue is on the left, just before JJB Sports.
Car Parks:
If you know Leeds then there's plenty of free evening parking near the venue, probably the closest would be down the streets off Park Row.
If you're not sure of the road system then it's probably best to aim forThe Light which has a safe and secure 24 hour car park and is only a short walk from the venue. There are a set of very useful directions to The Light here (the directions are actually to the Radisson hotel which is in the same building).
Directions from the Train Station:
Take the first exit from the station (opposite end of the first concourse opposite the barriers, By Burger King and Paperchase) turn right, and follow the road along the side of the station (where the taxis often wait) until it curves left. Cross the main road and head up the pedestrianised area, passing under parts of the shopping centre. You should already be able to see JJB Sports directly ahead of you. The venue is on the left, just before JJB Sports.
Car Parks:
If you know Leeds then there's plenty of free evening parking near the venue, probably the closest would be down the streets off Park Row.
If you're not sure of the road system then it's probably best to aim for
The Mixing Tin is an air conditioned 220 capacity venue, although for Woolstock we're strictly limiting tickets to 150 so it doesn't feel too crowded. This is a great place to watch four of the UK's finest goth bands play in a very initimate venue!
Please note: while there will be plenty of tickets for the Saturday night (which is in a much larger venue), it seems likely that Friday will sell out, so we can't promise that you will be able to pay on the door.
Please note: while there will be plenty of tickets for the Saturday night (which is in a much larger venue), it seems likely that Friday will sell out, so we can't promise that you will be able to pay on the door.
JOSEPH'S WELL (Saturday)
Hanover Walk, Westgate, Leeds, LS3 1AB
Hanover Walk, Westgate, Leeds, LS3 1AB
Joseph's Well is on the outskirts of the City Centre, but still an easy walk from the station. Click here for Google Map
There's also an annotated map here - note the inclusion of the footbridge from Portland Street! (Great George Street on more detailed maps.) Also the Subculture (Sunday) is on the corner of Wade Lane, approximately where the "Bar Phono" arrow is pointing.
Directions from the Train Station:
Take the first exit from the station (opposite end of the first concourse opposite the barriers, By Burger King and Paperchase) turn left. Head down to City Square and across and up Park Row. Cross the road and then turn left along the Headrow, admiring the architectural splendour of the Library and Town Hall. Either head up right up Oxford Row or Place and turn left, or carry along to the monstrosity that is the new Courts buildings and turn right up Park Street. Either way, you should find yourself outside the George Pub with the looming Gothic splendour of the LGI in front of you. To the left of the LGI is a church, and just beyond (you should be walking along past the church, not up the side!) is the footbridge. Josephs Well is the large building on the left after the bridge, and the entrance is on the left side (by the car park).
By Car:
The best way to approach the venue is to check the map and aim for the short stretch of Motorway in the city centre, the A58(M). You're aiming for Park Lane College (if there are signs) and you're better off approaching from the south, taking the first exit after the A65, before the tunnel - it curves upwards and you want the left hand lane. Otherwise, from the north it's the first exit immediately after the second tunnel, keep right and follow the road left (effectively in a U turn) and onto Park lane. On Park Lane immediately get into the right hand lane as you're taking the first right onto Hanover Way, then follow the road around and turn of (to the right) just as the road curves left and upwards. The venue's carpark is to the right,
Car Parks:
The venue has a decent (free) car park, otherwise any town car park (such asThe Light - directions here) will be within easy walking distance.
There's also an annotated map here - note the inclusion of the footbridge from Portland Street! (Great George Street on more detailed maps.) Also the Subculture (Sunday) is on the corner of Wade Lane, approximately where the "Bar Phono" arrow is pointing.
Directions from the Train Station:
Take the first exit from the station (opposite end of the first concourse opposite the barriers, By Burger King and Paperchase) turn left. Head down to City Square and across and up Park Row. Cross the road and then turn left along the Headrow, admiring the architectural splendour of the Library and Town Hall. Either head up right up Oxford Row or Place and turn left, or carry along to the monstrosity that is the new Courts buildings and turn right up Park Street. Either way, you should find yourself outside the George Pub with the looming Gothic splendour of the LGI in front of you. To the left of the LGI is a church, and just beyond (you should be walking along past the church, not up the side!) is the footbridge. Josephs Well is the large building on the left after the bridge, and the entrance is on the left side (by the car park).
By Car:
The best way to approach the venue is to check the map and aim for the short stretch of Motorway in the city centre, the A58(M). You're aiming for Park Lane College (if there are signs) and you're better off approaching from the south, taking the first exit after the A65, before the tunnel - it curves upwards and you want the left hand lane. Otherwise, from the north it's the first exit immediately after the second tunnel, keep right and follow the road left (effectively in a U turn) and onto Park lane. On Park Lane immediately get into the right hand lane as you're taking the first right onto Hanover Way, then follow the road around and turn of (to the right) just as the road curves left and upwards. The venue's carpark is to the right,
Car Parks:
The venue has a decent (free) car park, otherwise any town car park (such as
Joseph's Well is one of Leeds best known live venues, having hosted many great bands including The Sisters Of Mercy and New Model Army. The venue is split into a large 360 capacity gig room and an equally spacious (and rather comfortable) separate bar area.
Weekend tickets may be limited due to the Friday venue's capacity but there will be plenty available for the Saturday night, and you will also be able to pay on the door.
Weekend tickets may be limited due to the Friday venue's capacity but there will be plenty available for the Saturday night, and you will also be able to pay on the door.
THE SUBCULTURE (Sunday)
Wade Lane, Leeds
Wade Lane, Leeds
The Subculture (previously known as The Bassment and Top Cats) is located on the outside of the Merrion Centre on Wade Lane, only just around the corner from Merrion Street. The Merrion centre itself is situated roughly halfway between the train station and the university. Click here for Google Map(note that the pointer is a little misleading, the venue is much nearer the corner of Wade Lane and Merrion Street).
Directions from the Train Station:
Take the first exit from the station (opposite end of the first concourse opposite the barriers, By Burger King and Paperchase) turn right, and follow the road along the side of the station (where the taxis often wait) until it curves left. Cross the main road and head up the pedestrianised area. Go to the top of the pedestrianised area (passing the like of Virgin and Boots) and carry up along the same road. Continue over the junction and straight up, passing along the side of the St John's Centre. You've probably already spotted the hulking 60s monstrosity of the Merrion Centre ahead of you... it's got Oceana on the corner, with Edwards next to it. Turn right at Oceanic and walk along past Edwards and past the main entrance to the Merrion Centre. The venue is just around the far corner of the Centre.
By Car:
There are comprehensive directions to the venue here (note that these are for a clubnight that used to run at the venue before it changed names).
Car Parks:
There are numberous car parks within easy reach of the venue, includingThe Light and on street parking in the immediate vicinity. However, the easiest place to park is in the Merrion Centre car park itself. There is map here although the car park entrance is actually on Merrion Way.
Directions from the Train Station:
Take the first exit from the station (opposite end of the first concourse opposite the barriers, By Burger King and Paperchase) turn right, and follow the road along the side of the station (where the taxis often wait) until it curves left. Cross the main road and head up the pedestrianised area. Go to the top of the pedestrianised area (passing the like of Virgin and Boots) and carry up along the same road. Continue over the junction and straight up, passing along the side of the St John's Centre. You've probably already spotted the hulking 60s monstrosity of the Merrion Centre ahead of you... it's got Oceana on the corner, with Edwards next to it. Turn right at Oceanic and walk along past Edwards and past the main entrance to the Merrion Centre. The venue is just around the far corner of the Centre.
By Car:
There are comprehensive directions to the venue here (note that these are for a clubnight that used to run at the venue before it changed names).
Car Parks:
There are numberous car parks within easy reach of the venue, including
The Subculture is Leeds' newest alternative venue, the inside of which has recently been rebuilt from scratch from the remains of the previous "Bassment" nightclub. The Subculture opened in late September and is a beautiful shiny new club with a capacity of 300. Probably the best way to end the weekend imaginable!
The Subculture will also be open on Saturday and Sunday afternoons for tea, coffee, biscuits, pot noodles and even the odd light ale.
The Subculture will also be open on Saturday and Sunday afternoons for tea, coffee, biscuits, pot noodles and even the odd light ale.
CONTACT
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T-Shirts
| We still have a limited number of Woolstock T-Shirts available (unfortunately we've sold out of the Small and Medium sizes).
The shirts will also be on sale at the January Friday Flock. Please to enquire about purchasing with cheque/postal orders. |
Woolstock T-Shirt (Large - L) |
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