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This enables gigs to be more than just an ordinary concert but rather an exciting event for fans. Notable DJs such as Gary Crowley (BBC London), Steve Lamacq (BBC6Music) and Rodney Bingenheimer (KROQ) are fans of the band's music. They have also had the opportunity to support renowned artists like Paul Weller and The Specials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilly Sullivan will bid farewell to The Spitfires with a final concert at London Ballroom on Saturday, February 26th, 2022 as he embarks on his solo career.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"play-for-today","title":"Play for Today","description":"\u003cp\u003eAfter four albums, including two number one UK National Vinyl and Indie Chart releases, hundreds of gigs across the UK and Europe to a loyal, hardcore fan base, The Spitfires take their final flight with a farewell. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor their triumphant final release, the band entwines influences from New Wave, 2 Tone and Britpop, with electronic hooks and big choruses. \u003ci\u003ePlay For Today\u003c\/i\u003e, places the listener straight into heart of British suburbia - depicting the lives and stories of bored housewives, cliquey local pubs and cocaine-ridden businessmen. 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