LOCAL bands have organised a ‘Support the City’ night to raise money for the cash-strapped Sky Blues.

It will take place at The Phoenix, Gosford Street, on Monday December 10 at 7.30pm.

Paul Ryan from Circle 3, who are releasing their debut single that day, said: “All bands support or have at least two Coventry City supporters and are all really up for doing this to help raise awareness about the club’s future.

“We plan to do this one off to see how it goes, then move it to a bigger venue with a bigger line up if it’s a success.”

Bands performing on the night include Circle 3, The Floss Mcyntre, Bootleg Poets and Shakes and Shivers.

Tickets, priced £3 are available on the door.

All funds raised from the night will go to the Sky Blue Trust/Coventry Times “Your City Needs You” appeal which is raising funds for youth development and the Academy at Coventry City.