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Radio Sheffield gives local bands the chance to shine
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³ÉÈË¿ìÊÖ Radio Sheffield's Raw Talent show is bringing the best in unsigned bands and local talent to one of South Yorkshire's top rock venues.
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Raw Talent is leaving the studio for one night only – showcasing the best of South Yorkshire at a special gig at the Carling Academy.
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Presenter Iain Hodgson has teamed up with Higher Rhythm, the not-for-profit company based in Doncaster that provides access to the music industry.
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Iain said: "This is a great gig and a wonderful opportunity for unsigned bands and artists in the region.
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"It's not just about appearing at the Carling Academy and on Raw Talent – there's a good chance that some of the acts could be picked up by Radio 1 or the Reading and Leeds festivals, which feature a ³ÉÈË¿ìÊÖ Introducing stage."
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Six bands have been lined up for the gig. They are: Skeletons, Rosie Electro, Playground Mafia, Skullbone, True Gentlemen and Dead World Leaders.
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Steve Mundin from Higher Rhythm said: "The partnership betweenÌýHigher RhythmÌýand the ³ÉÈË¿ìÊÖ is great news for new music in the region.
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"We are bothÌýhigh profileÌýorganisations with a track record of supporting local artists,Ìýso combining our efforts therefore makes good sense.
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"This partnership is a real opportunity for Yorkshire's musical community to unify and celebrate it's creative talents."
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Tickets are now available for the gig at the Carling Academy in Sheffield on Tuesday 2 December 2008.
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Tickets are free of charge and subject to a 99p booking fee.
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They are available online only at bbc.co.uk/southyorkshire.
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