This pub is now closed. Converted to residential accomodation.
http://www.pubsgalore.co.uk/pubs/45093/
Apparently, this pub was where the Stereophonics played their first few gigs. They certainly received a lot of support from the Landlord.
The Ivy Bush
Address
Kingsbury Place
Cwmaman
Aberdare
Mid Glamorgan
CF44 6LH