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The Contract

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The Contract are a dual-fronted, five piece punk-rock-soul group based in Leeds & Bradford. With influences as wide ranging from My Chemical Romance to The Artic Monkeys this predominantly young group play melodic, danceable, punk-rock-soul anthems about girls and money.
Since forming in December 2007 successful examples of live performances include appearances at The Cockpit in Leeds, The Red Festival at Leeds Rios, The Boardwalk in Sheffield, The Mexborough Civic in South Yorkshire and numerous shows at The Gasworks and The New Beehive Inn in Bradford. A strong local following has left the band being lucky enough to play to busy rooms on a consistent basis.
Songs on this myspace page comprise of more recent material (such as “Tonight Goodnight” and “Little Laura”) as well as songs written in the early part of 2008 (“Love Money” & “Who I am.”) Everything has been recorded at Moorcroft Studios (www.myspace.com/moorcroftstudios.)
The investment of these five characters as a unit can not be understated. Since forming there have been no line up changes. They play as one, and offer not only a sound, but an insight into their hearts, minds and souls.
In June 2009, long time friend turned entrepreneur, Liam Dandy, joined the band's team and took over management of the group. He embodies a unique vision and passion that he shares with the five musicians.
Glowing reviews in such fanzines such as Beep! Magazine and Bradford Scene Magazine have made comments regarding the fun and energy presented on stage by the group and the expectations that the future holds.
BOOKINGS - If you would like to book The Contract for a show please contact band manager LIAM DANDY (www.myspace.com/liamdandymanagement 07599357509 [email protected]) or send a message direct on this myspace with the following information
The Date & Venue
Slot, rough idea of time
Necessary Equipment
Payment terms (negotiable)
Any special terms e.g. 14+ show
Contact is always welcome.
It’s about time that we all got closer.
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Member Since: 24/09/2007
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Influences:
Matt Kula - Paul McCartney, The Offspring, Queen

Giverny - Led Zeppelin, KT Tunstall, John Driscoll

Beedge - Taking Back Sunday, Muse, Led Zeppelin

Dr. Gaz - Rise Against, Gaslight Anthem, The Draft

Ben Freer - Arctic Monkeys, Mozart, Otley

Sounds Like: "garage rock from the heart"
- soundpeople
"soulful melodic rock"
- rusty hat promotions
"pop punk & indie"
- the gasworks
"attitude.. this band were full of it"
- beep magazine
"retro pop rock"
- bradford scene magazine
"punk-rock-soul"
- the contract

Bands We've Played With:Revenue
Hundred Dollar Cigar
Narration
Afd Shift
Freyed Knot
Unknown Cause
Blast Stereos Loud
The Rivers
The Mirandolas
The Marmozets
Suicide Blonde
The Fugitives
Meet The Commitee
The Venue
King Harry
Daybreakers
The Dharma
The Fret

Type of Label: Unsigned

My Blog

Friday August 7th The Cockpit Synopsis

Hello boys and girlsOn Friday August 7th 2009 its our first headlining show at The Cockpit in Leeds. Tickets are £4 each, and available from all band members and band manager Liam Dandy. This is a 14...
Posted by on Mon, 06 Jul 2009 07:52:00 GMT

Summer Of Punk-Rock-Soul

Hello boys and girlsBand Manager Liam Dandys involvement with the group has created an instant buzz and with his help Im happy to say were headlining the Indie Bar stage of The Red Festival at Leed...
Posted by on Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:27:00 GMT

Liam Dandy Management (myspace.com/liamdandymanagement)

Good evening boys and girlsIm pleased to say that The Contract are now handled by Liam Dandy. If youd like to book us please contact Liam directly onwww.myspace.com/liamdandymanagement 07599357509li...
Posted by on Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:35:00 GMT

State of Affairs 27/5/9

Hello everyoneWeve had a few comments recently that people seem to think weve been quiet. Heres a simple explanation.As of January 2009 I moved out of my mothers house and into my own, ever since I...
Posted by on Wed, 27 May 2009 11:11:00 GMT

Back at the Cockpit

On Wednesday April 29th The Contract are back at The Cockpit in Leeds.We're supporting signed Scottish touring band Alto Elite, who have played with The Hoosiers, Scouting For Girls and have made an a...
Posted by on Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:59:00 GMT

V Festival & The New Gasworks

Hello boys and girlsFirst off, i'm glad to see the new material on the myspace has gone down well. Things are happening so keeping checking out the page for updates.Last week's gig at The New Gasworks...
Posted by on Tue, 24 Mar 2009 12:10:00 GMT

Hello were The Contract and we play punk-rock-soul. New songs, photos, gigs and video + more

Hello everyoneCheck out all the new material on the myspace. There are new gigs, including a potentially very tasty show at The Cockpit 3, photos (courtesy of Charlotte Arliss) and other stuff for all...
Posted by on Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:38:00 GMT

New recordings

Heres a rundown of our latest recordings boys and girlsLittle Laura -This is actually the most recent song weve written together and were all really pleased how its turned out. Its mainly Giverny...
Posted by on Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:37:00 GMT

Leeds Rios - Red Festival - 14+ show

Hello everyoneOn Sunday 25th January we're playing The Red Festival at Leeds Rios. This is a 14+ ages show. We're on the Sweeney Todds stage and play at 9pm although the festival starts at noon and is...
Posted by on Tue, 13 Jan 2009 14:07:00 GMT

Thursday 4th December Gasworks Show Synopsis

On Thursday 4th December, The Gasworks on Duke Street, Bradford will host three premier local young acts. Kicking off at 8-30pm and with a door charge of £3 here's a rundown of evening. Opening Act WI...
Posted by on Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:09:00 GMT