They're a damn good band in my opinion and they deserve the slot far more than some of the other acts on the bill. Fair play to them! I for one will be there to take it in and cheer them on and I'm sure I wont be alone. I think it's great to see Irish unsigned acts on the bill (once they are up to scratch - and the urges most definitely are!).

What have they done/achieved to deserve it? I think there are other, better bands out there that have worked harder and deserve it more.

This one is just begging the question So who are these bands ? and dare I say, your connection to them if any ?

Are they performing on the New Band Stage? If so, I say fair play as they have got a following around the independent scene. Bands that rarely get noticed might get more recognised at such a high profile event. I think that Life After Modelling and Republic Of Loose are two bands to watch out for on the New Band Stage. Also heard alot about The Things.

Fair play to the Urges for getting it, it shows that they can talk their way into anything (they'll probably headline Reading next year).Do you think they deserve that? You should look out for Republic of Loose and The Things but Life after Modelling aren't great they are very whiney.

Yep, The Republic of Loose and the Things are both pretty damn good alright

The debut album from The Republic Of Loose is out tomorrow. I've been looking forward to it ever since I saw them live first. Their previous ep was ok but this album is meant to be great. On the topic of New Band Stage...anyone recommend any other bands that are playing both days?

Check out Ricky Warwick and Iain Archer Ricky used to be the lead singer in the Almighty and Iain Archer has played with Snow Patrol and The Reindeer section. Ive seen both live and ive been impressed every time.

rep of loose album sounds grrrreat, its a kick in the head, sort of, well a nice kick in the head. buy it and try to push them up the bill through cd sales, our pals in the marketing department(BANG! ONE DOWN!)will see the numbers rising and act accordingly.

Where can I get said album? I'm going to do some cd shopping today. Looking forward to hearing this.

The Republic Of Loose album is called 'This Is The Tomb Of The Juice'. It's €17.99 in Tower or €16.99 in HMV, not sure what price in Road Recs. It's a breath of fresh air on the Irish scene...check it out.

Republic of Loose are playin in HMV at 5pm today (Grafton Street)and the album is on sale then....should be a good one!

Your still out there so dromed... waiting for the oppertune moment to post.

im held up at work awaiting something and i've read this thread and remembered that ive missed a cool event. the cd will have to suffice until oxegen.

Ahhh Kloot did you miss me?!

Dromed are your initials DMC?

Who's askin'?! :)