Tulpa + Publicity Department + Illness + Trapdoor

Thrilled to be bringing the magnificent Tulpa to London! We can’t wait to host them in the big smoke on Saturday 30th May at the always ace New River Studios. And we’ll have support from a range of noisy slacker indie poppers to round it out, in the form of Publicity Department, Illness, and Trapdoor!

Tulpa are an indie rock band from Leeds. Their sound contrasts detuned and lo-fi guitar textures with hyper-melodic vocals, creating songs with emotional warmth and sonic intrigue. They have recently supported Throwing Muses, Pale Blue Eyes and Bug Club and have just recorded a live session for Marc Riley and Gideon Coe on BBC6 Music.

Publicity Department is the solo project of Sean Brook, singer and primary songwriter from London's alt-rock triers Brunch. Taking influence from his songwriting heroes David Gedge, Brian Wilson, John Cale and John Shuttleworth; Publicity Department shows Brook's pop sensibilities whilst retaining the fuzzed-out feel of 90s alt-rock.

Illness is a slacker math duo formed in Brighton two decades ago to belt out melodic electric guitar and drums instrumentals at high volume. The pair took a break after multiple UK and Europe tours and a 12" album but have now reformed in London and are still as chaotic and catchy as ever.

Trapdoor are a varied and experimental indie band with influences from XTC, Pere Ubu, Cardiacs, Wire, Kate Bush, Squeeze and The Fall, but mostly inspired by music and where it wants to lead.

Presented by Divine Schism

All ages (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)