¡Forward, Russia!

The absolute-beginner basics, for latecomers at the back: ¡Forward Russia! formed in Leeds in 2004, from the ashes of other bands that never truly went anywhere; they are Whiskas (guitar), Tom Woodhead (vocals, keys), Katie Nicholls (drums) and Rob Canning (bass).

They released a much-admired debut album, Give Me A Wall, in 2006, and now they’re back with a 20th Anniversary repress. Available on vinyl for the first time since initial release, the package is a limited edition clear 12” with sleeve notes from Steve Lamacq.

Iconic exclamation t-shirts available again in a host of colours to celebrate the GMAW singles, and new rarities collection “A Fearless Guide to Communication” announced on limited CD to accompany the vinyl.

FR! archive website launched, with gigs, photos, video rarities and call for fan submissions - fr.imgntn.co.uk