Special Events - The Renegade Writers at the King Billy, Cottingham 25th April 2004

Be prepared for a special treat this weekend...yes, the Renegade Writers are back in town. Or rather, in Cottingham - at the King Billy pub. Come along this Sunday to see their unique mix of anarchy, verse and music. From the rants of Rich Mills to the hard-hitting tales from notorious Shelley Dee..they promise you a night to remember.

The Renegades will be accompanied of course by the ubiquitous Cracktown. They're gearing up for the release of their second album, due out in May. Watch their space.. Ten Men are a brilliant up and coming twosome, playing both lively and melancholic tunes that stick in your mind like a Drumstick lolly..whether you like it or not. And of course Pete Coulam, another great local singer and songwriter.

The Renegades are also gearing up - for their contribution to this year's Literature Festival in June. They are on the lookout for new members - so go along if you're a budding writer, and see if you have what it takes to be a Renegade..and talk to them- they don't bite (ignore the rumours). Entry is free so poverty is no excuse..be there or be somewhere else on a boring Sunday night.

thisisull.com Links Cracktown Links: Christmas with Crack Town Music Reviews - CRACKTOWN and Friends By Elsie Creek Cracktown - Songs in the Key of Fuck Off Music Reviews - A Night at the Asylum - Hull Uni - 9th March 04 Ten Men Links: Ten Men at Relax coffee shop 09/03/04 By Elsie Creek

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