New Acts: The Same Old band - Done me good

A modern reinvention of heavy psychedelic rock by The Same Old band, and a video for the track
Done me good that emerged at the end of last month.

For all the art house stylings, they're the kind of act fans of bands like Oasis or the Stone Roses can get immediately, experimental and unafraid to take musical chances, but with a deep-rooted understanding of what makes a good song.

The Same Old Band hail from l'Orient and are signed to Last Exit records, the Rennes based label that is also home to Expo and Empire Dust.

They've been around since 2011 and have been in the studio towards the end of last year working on their debut album. If what I've heard so far is any indication, it will certainly be something to look forward to.

Festival Interceltique at L'Orient

This weekend sees the Festival interceltique get underway in L'Orient.

with Breton fest-noz events, concerts and parades taking place in the town, its a festival like no other. While focussed on celtic music, it takes the broadest definition that sees it include acts from beyond what would normally be regarded as traditional.

The programme features local and international acts, including Breton legend Dan Ar Braz and the Buena Vista Social Club from Cuba, and there is a particular focus on French Canadian acts this year, with names like Roch Voisine and Buffy Sainte Marie.

There are, of course, acts from the Celtic nations of Europe, Brittany, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, The Isle of Man, Galicia and Asturias. The music ranges from pipe bands to punk rock, with the formal programme boosted by events taking place in bars and cafes around the town until late at night.

The festival runs from today (Friday August 3) until August 12.