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Based in the US Northwest, Jenny Don?t and the Spurs have spent over a decade building a global reputation as hard-working stalwarts of the Country Western scene, with dynamic music that also acknowledges their roots in garage rock and cowpunk. They will be playing their first ever Manchester show at Gulliver?s on 27 May as part of a longer European tour.

The ?Spurs just toured the UK in early February, selling out eight shows for promoting their 2024 album, Broken Hearted Blue, which is out now on Fluff And Gravy Records. They are returning with two dates at Kilkenny Roots Festival and Red Rooster Festival in Suffolk for May alongside another 30 European dates.

Broken Hearted Blue presents 10 dynamic new songs on an album that asserts itself as a standout on the scene, with its high-octane rockin? delivery setting it apart from the herd. From the thunderous bassline of Sidewinder to the infectious melody of Unlucky Love, reminiscent of Lee Hazlewood?s 1960s style, each song possesses its own distinct charm while seamlessly upholding the album?s western essence.

Produced by Collin Hegna (Brian Jonestown Massacre, Federale), the album stands as a testament to his meticulous craftsmanship and guidance in helping the band to create a musical tapestry that highlights the talents of each member.

It also marks another significant milestone, with Buddy Weeks making his debut on drums following the loss to cancer in 2022 of drummer Sam Henry (The Wipers, Poison Idea, Napalm Beach). A devastating blow that would have halted many, the ?Spurs instead forged ahead and intensified their touring and recording activity, determined to honour his legacy. The addition of Weeks signals not only a new chapter, but also adds a fresh perspective and energy, symbolising their resilience.

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Located on Oldham Street in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, Gullivers is an iconic, lively and bustling bar with a long history dating all the way back to 1865.
Gullivers has had many different guises over the years. It was originally a Wilson’s house called The Albert Hotel, then The Grenadier before J.W. Lees brewery bought the pub in the 1970s. They renamed it Gullivers and it has existed in its current form to this day.
But there’s much more to Gullivers than just the busy bar; it also houses two distinct yet complementary live music and performance spaces; the upstairs Ballroom – a 100 capacity gig venue with a raised stage and the downstairs Lounge – an intimate, 40 capacity space ideal for acoustic or low-key performances.
As well as working with established and longstanding promoters from Manchester and beyond, Gullivers prides itself on being a welcoming, supportive space and a creative hub for the city’s grassroots artistic communities; with many now successful bands, artists, performers and promoters cutting their teeth within its walls.
This rare combination of space, location and ethos allows Gullivers to boast a busy calendar of live music, spoken word, comedy, theatre, film screenings, exhibitions and much more on almost every night of the week.

109 Oldham Street,

Manchester,

Greater Manchester,

England,

M4 1LW.

0161 839 4064