Dry Socket at Exchange
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"Sell out warning! Portland’s latest scathing hardcore attack on the human disease, with Dani’s raging raw banshee vocal delivery leading a full-on assault on all senses. Please get this upgraded to the main room!?!? Unmissable, undiluted fury FFO: Gimic, Paint It Black, Gel, Spy, Punitive Damage, Buggin."

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A gig held at Exchange on Tuesday 21st January. The event starts at 20:00.


Blowout Presents

- Dry Socket -

Portland Hardcore Quartet 'Dry Socket' come to the UK and Europe for the first time next January, off the back of the release of their debut album 'Sorry For Your Loss', which saw them do some extensive touring across the US, delivering their abrasive and erratic brand of hardcore punk to the masses.

Delighted to have them play Exchange Basement on Jan 21st, don't miss out it's gonna be a belter!

FFO : Gel, Jivebomb, Spaced

Plus Special Guests : Prey / Tension / Docile

Jan 21st 2025
Exchange Basement, Bristol
Doors 7:30 / £10adv

Entry requirements: 14+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio

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