Swans founder, Young God Records owner and current Angels of Light mainman Michael Gira has announced a UK tour with the extraordinary New York singer/songwriter, Devendra Banhart. The maverick song-smiths (so says their press release!) can be seen at the following dates.
- 28 Oct, Newcastle, Head O'Steam
 - 29 Oct, Glasgow, King Tuts
 - 30 Oct, Belfast, Aunty Annies'
 - 31 Oct, Dublin (venue tbc)
 - 01 Nov, Cork, Lobby Bar
 - 03 Nov, Leicester, Music Cafe
 - 04 Nov, Nottingham, Rescue Rooms
 - 05 Nov, Bristol, Thekla
 - 06 Nov, London (venue tbc)
 
These shows promise to be head and shoulders above your standard singer/songwriter fare, as Young God Records is well-respected for its promotion of experimental songwriting. Not to be missed, basically.