Gigs of the week ft. The Unthanks, Afghan Sand Gang, Kiefer + more

Retiree | Mon 6 May | Soup Kitchen | £10
Australian trio delivering melodic dream pop with swirling synths and wistful vocals.
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The Unthanks | Tue 7 May | St Philip’s Church | £22
Folk group with critically acclaimed output goes back to basics with a tour that sees the Unthank sisters and Niopha Keegan explore singing in unaccompanied harmony, which will be recorded for an upcoming album.
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Kiran Leonard | Wed 8 May | Gullivers | £8
Originally a staple of Greater Manchester’s experimental rock scene, Leonard tours in support of last year’s album ‘Western Culture’; which sees a return to post-punk sounds.
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Kiefer | Thu 9 May | Yes | £9.50
Jazz pianist whose experience as a beatmaker gives his sound a soulful, hip hop vibe. He recently released third album ‘Bridges’.
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Soak | Fri 10 May | Band on the Wall | £12.50
Mercury prize-nominated indie folk singer songwriter tours in support of second album ‘Grim Town’, charting her journey from teenager to young adult with references to her hometown Derry.
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Afghan Sand Gang | Sat 11 May | £7
The homegrown group, who have been recently supporting Cabbage, will play their blend of krautrock and electronic shoegaze to mark their upcoming release.
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Drugdealer + Hand Habits | Sun 12 May | Yes | £11
The dream pop/folk group often who often employ a ’70s sound, play a headline show with the indie rock singer songwriter.
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