A gig held at Exchange on Monday 14th September. The event starts at 20:00.
SHALE
Bursting out of the beauty that is Wales, Shale’s self-titled debut EP was released in April 2025. The EP started as a school project but took off when tracks like ‘Work Dog’, ‘Fuzzy Identities’ and ‘It’s Not Right’ were championed on BBC 6Music by the likes of Huw Stephens, Emily Pilbeam and Chris Hawkins. The tracks also had long stints on the BBC Radio Wales A-List.
The boys second EP ‘With Love From’ come out in May this year. It's a step above their previous EP with countless tracks already being known word for word at their gigs. The singles gained heavy play on radio including BBC Radio 1, 6Music and the A-list on Radio Wales.
All nineteen, Shale have only been gigging for just over a year but it’s sure been a busy one. From many local hometown Welsh support shows to now supporting the likes of Ben Ellis, Pastel, The Enemy, The Guest List and Seb Lowe, while also packing out headline shows in Cardiff, Bristol,
London and Devon.
SLAK
SLAK are a four piece band based in Bristol, creating loud, energetic and powerful music infused with emotional depth. Drawing influences from Indie, post Punk, post Hardcore and Alternative Rock they blend intensity with atmosphere to craft a sound that is both raw and engaging.
With driving performances and a diverse range of influences, SLAK offer something for everyone within their music.
The Pavilion
Bursting at the seams with energy and angst, The Pavilion are a Bristol-based Alt-Indie-Rock band that deliver raw and anthemic tracks with a live show you don’t want to miss.