Inspired by The Clash’s landmark 1977 visit to Belfast, Protex emerged from the city’s first punk wave alongside The Undertones and Rudi. Originally named Protex Blue after a song by The Clash, they released their debut single Don’t Ring Me Up on the legendary Good Vibrations Records, later reissued by Rough Trade. More melodic than pure punk, they combine punk, power pop and rock ’n’ roll with catchy melodies, loud guitars and plenty of attitude. No strangers to Make Trouble, Brussels rock ’n’ roll troublemakers Nervous Shakes return to our stage. Since 2003, they’ve been mixing ’70s punk, power pop and glam with the spirit of the Ramones and the New York Dolls. With Mulder from Rumble Pit as their new permanent guitarist, they’re the perfect band to kick off this night with Protex in true L.A.M.F. style.