| HIGHLIGHTS ! EP Release Estrella released their self-titled EP in May 2006 and as part of their EP Launch Week, the band played their five tracks before an Aberdeen home game at the Pittodrie Stadium! During the launch they were interviewed by BBC Scotland and Northsound 2 Radio and were also reviewed as “a rock band to look out for in the future” in the North East’s Press & Journal Newspaper. Among some of the other excellent EP reviews, Estrella received one, in particular, from Rick Fulton of the Scottish Daily Record Newspaper: “This is classic eighties rock but before you run to the hills, this isn’t the Darkness but an Aberdeen band carved from Granite, not southern chalk. Taking their blueprint from Guns N Roses, this five track is fun without being camp. She’s Got It has a great chorus, guitar solo and lyrics. Woman’s Touch has a down tempo feel of AC/DC.” The Cathouse, Glasgow Estrella were well received by a very supportive crowd, both on and off stage, and had some great feedback on their “My Space” site after the gig. Ironworks, Inverness and Lemon Tree, Aberdeen Estrella provided support to Maiden Scotland (the UK’s biggest Tribute Act to Iron Maiden) at the Ironworks, Inverness and in Aberdeen’s top live music venue, The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen. After the gig, the Lemon Tree said that“Estrella were amazing!”. Scottish Regional Winner of the Bandwagon and Local Hero Web Competition After winning the Scottish heat of the Bandwagon/Local Hero Competition, to win a slot to play at six major festivals in and around London, Estrella went on to the final held at the Islington Carling Academy in London. Hosted by XFM’s Shaun Keaveney, the nine competing bands were judged on the night by a panel of music industry experts. Although beaten by some really fantastic local bands, Estrella played an excellent set and picked up some very loyal fans on the way! Media Attention !!! With regular airplay, most Saturday and Sunday nights, on Northsound 1 and 2 Radio, Estrella have also featured on BBC Scotland, Moray Firth Radio in Inverness and STV. Website and Myspace At the start of 2006 Estrella launched their official website and their “My Space” site. For further news check out Estrella at:
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