Goth these days summons images of waxen black clad teenagers listening to the self righteous neato noise of US emo wannabe punk merchants whilst scratching their wrists with a spoon. In the early 80s goth was actually an exciting and vibrant musical energy featuring such legends as Bauhaus, Sisters of Mercy, The Cult and these fellows, Sex Gang Children. Batcave club regulars and possessing a unique sound and vision in Andi Sex Gang’s wailing vocals and dark lyricism. ‘Song and Legend’ is a classic album and single ‘Sebastiane’ an original goth statement of intent. Interesting fact, the name Sex Gang Children was gifted to Andi by Boy George. Dig out your leather trousers kids…

Tue 11 Oct 7pm at Rainbow Cellar, Digbeth, Birmingham B12 0LD £16.50 therainbowvenues.co.uk/