Hailing from the Isle of Wight, Coach Party have quickly become one of the most exciting names in the UK indie-rock scene. Armed with a punchy mix of fuzzy guitars, sardonic lyricism and heart-on-sleeve vulnerability, the four-piece: Jess Eastwood (vocals/bass), Steph Norris (guitar), Joe Perry (guitar), and Guy Page (drums) - channel the likes of Wolf Alice and Pixies while carving out a sound that’s unmistakably their own.
Since forming in 2019, they’ve gone from sharp newcomers to full-throttle festival favourites, earning critical praise and support from the likes of BBC Radio 1, NME, and DIY. Known for their explosive live shows and “laugh-so-you-don’t-cry” charm, Coach Party are a band who connect deeply, whether they’re screaming through angst-laced anthems or delivering surprisingly tender moments.
Their latest album, Caramel, is a delicious blend of candied chaos and emotional rawness. Packed with sticky hooks, sharp wit and a heavier edge than ever before, it’s an album that tastes sweet, but definitely bites back.
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Pageant Mum:
Wear your heart on your sleeve kids! And Pageant Mum do just that! They leave nothing behind with their post hardcore punky angst, driven guitars and feisty truthful lyrical content. When you figure out that this comes from a group of teenagers, Pageant Mum suddenly become your new favourite band, one to follow, one to celebrate and one to champion. Live they are a force of nature, on record their heart is laid bare and the angular twists and turns of Fugazi meet Paramore meet The Bronx resonate throughout.
