Ten bands for Ten Pounds! Last year there was MayWatch, this year there’s July Hard! A day to champion great bands from the region. From Grunge, Punk and Alt-Rock to Indie Rock.
Doors at 3pm. First band on at 3:30!
WEIRDWOLF
Alt-rock/grungy indie rock from Scunthorpe.
Comprising 4 veterans of various bands from the Scunthorpe scene, WeirdWolf combine their influences to make a diverse alt-rock sound. Think big riffs, trippy soundscapes, punky energy and a melodic sensibility holding it all together.
Weirdwolf will be playing favourites from ‘Mild Fantasy Peril’ plus some new material they’ve been cooking up over the past few months.
SOAPER
Grungy alt/punk rock from Sleaford.
High energy 2 piece Soaper have been relentlessly gigging since forming from the embers of Bear Makes Ninja in 2021. Taking a nostalgic sound and giving it their own distinctive mathy twist, Soaper are a live force to be reckoned with. They’ve released two more awesome singles over the past year and will release their debut album “Bubbledumb” imminently!
BAT FLATTERY
Melodic post punk trio from Lincoln.
Bat Flattery is a dynamic noise rock trio from Lincoln, UK, known for their high-energy performances and emotionally charged music. Describing their sound as being for fans of At the Drive-In, Fugazi and Idles, theyve shared stages with punk legends like The Skids, Slackrr, Other Half, and Mannequin Death Squad. Bat Flattery’s compelling live shows continue to captivate audiences across the UK.
THE LONELY YOUTH
Alt rock from Hull.
The Lonely Youth are a rising alt-rock trio from Hull, making waves in the local music scene with their dynamic blend of pop-punk and alternative rock. The band has quickly gained a reputation for their energetic live performances and catchy, original tracks.
Their commitment to crafting original music and engaging live shows positions them as a standout act in Yorkshire’s vibrant music scene. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience their electrifying performance live.
SAD MAN TEA
Melodic Altrock/Midwest emo from Scunthorpe
Comprising members of Scunthorpe rock band the Last Hearts, this new project of seasoned pros is ready to burst onto the scene with all the energy of their previous incarnation. Come and see what they’re all about as they take to the cafe indie stage!
BLEACH
Alt/post rock from Hull
Bleach are a dynamic four-piece post-rock band hailing from Yorkshire, blending atmospheric textures with raw energy to create a sound that’s both immersive and emotionally charged. With roots in Leeds, York, and Hull, they’ve become a standout presence in the northern DIY scene, earning nods from tastemakers like NME and So Young Magazine. Known for their sweeping instrumentals and cathartic live performances, Bleach have shared the stage with fellow alt-indie acts like O’Phantom, captivating audiences across grassroots venues. Their music channels introspection and intensity in equal measure, making them a must-see for fans of expansive, genre-blurring rock. Latest single ‘The More She Lives’ has gained big support from BBC Inteoducing and even Radio 1!
TEN EIGHTY TREES
Alternative rock trio from Newcastle.
Ten Eighty Trees, the alternative rock trio from Newcastle-upon-Tyne bring “big rock riffs, grunge attitude, and hard-hitting energy. “ They describe their sound as drawing “heavy inspiration from the alt-rock icons of the ’90s and ’00s—think Weezer, Dinosaur Pile-Up, and all the emo anthems that defined a generation.”
If you’re into loud guitars, catchy choruses, and the kind of music that makes you want to scream your lungs raw, then make sure you check them out!
REPLICA JESUS
Grungy stoner punk from Derby.
Replica Jesus is a heavy rock band hailing from Derby, UK, known for their dynamic fusion of grunge, stoner rock, and industrial influences. Their debut album, Echoes From the Expanse, released in February 2023, showcases their ability to blend ’90s alt-rock hooks with the fuzzy weight of stoner rock and the meticulous production of industrial rock, drawing comparisons to bands like Monster Magnet and Queens of the Stone Age . Their live shows are known for their intense energy and genre-blending performances, making them a standout act in the UK’s underground rock circuit.
Don’t miss their set at Cafe Indie!
STAGEMINUS
Bradford/Leeds based alt rock
Stageminus is a dynamic alternative rock trio hailing from Leeds and Bradford, UK, formed in 2020 during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Known for their gritty fusion of 90s grunge, punk, and indie rock, they’ve cultivated a loyal local following through electrifying live performances and a distinctive DIY ethos. With four singles released to date and a reputation for high-octane shows at venues such as Hyde Park Book Club and Sidney & Matilda, Stageminus is rapidly becoming a standout act in the UK’s indie rock landscape.
NARKA
Comprising ex members of metal purveyors One Chapter Down, Scunthorpe’s Narka are recent additions to the local scene.
They describe themselves as a 4 piece progressive thrash deathcore with a pinch of harmonic and a drop of C.
Make sure you are down at Cafe Indie to witness their thunderous riffs get things kicked off in style!
