Meanwhile, the Stereophonics have announced on their website that they will be flying out to Los Angeles in January to mix their latest album ready for a May release.

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The first band on stage during the tour, The Mull Historical Society - who are also signed to Rough Trade - should not be ignored, and could be in line for the British rock throne currently occupied by Travis and the Stereophonics.

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Acts confirmed include rock bands such as The Darkness and Stereophonics, as well as Dido.

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