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"Sell out warning! Unapologetic acerbic noise-punk to make the post-punk poser boys squirm. M(H)AOL pairs wry intersectional feminist lyricism with distorted guitars, angular basslines, jagged drums and looming vocals to pack a potent, cathartic punch. Unfuckwithable FFO: Gilla Band, Petrol Girls, The Menstrual Cramps, Dry Cleaning."
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A gig held at The Louisiana on Wednesday 24th September. The event starts at 20:00.
Gravy Train presents:
M(h)aol • www.instagram.com/mhaolmusic
Irish feminist post-punk trio M(h)aol — based between Dublin, Belfast, and London — have earned acclaim for their cathartic, community-driven live shows and bold explorations of gender, queerness, and healing. Their 2023 debut Attachment Styles received praise from The Guardian, Rolling Stone UK, and Hot Press, while their earlier Gender Studies EP tackled structural oppression and won support from BBC 6Music, DIY, and more. Now signed to Merge Records, M(h)aol follow their electrifying SXSW set and latest single “Snare” — a noisy, defiant anthem against gendered expectations — with a powerful return to the UK, live in Bristol.
The rising Dublin band M(h)aol are a testament to the vitality of Ireland’s current post-punk scene. Pitchfork
“A series of fearless moments that centre on intersectional feminism and reclamation of power, underpinned by a soundtrack of clattering drums and jagged, dissonant guitars.” The Guardian ★★★★
“Delivered with innovation and imagination, Attachment Styles is vital, exhilarating, and an essential listen.” LOUDER ★★★★ ½
MALLORY HAWK • www.instagram.com/malloryhawk
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Entry requirements: 16+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
M(h)aol • www.instagram.com/mhaolmusic
Irish feminist post-punk trio M(h)aol — based between Dublin, Belfast, and London — have earned acclaim for their cathartic, community-driven live shows and bold explorations of gender, queerness, and healing. Their 2023 debut Attachment Styles received praise from The Guardian, Rolling Stone UK, and Hot Press, while their earlier Gender Studies EP tackled structural oppression and won support from BBC 6Music, DIY, and more. Now signed to Merge Records, M(h)aol follow their electrifying SXSW set and latest single “Snare” — a noisy, defiant anthem against gendered expectations — with a powerful return to the UK, live in Bristol.
The rising Dublin band M(h)aol are a testament to the vitality of Ireland’s current post-punk scene. Pitchfork
“A series of fearless moments that centre on intersectional feminism and reclamation of power, underpinned by a soundtrack of clattering drums and jagged, dissonant guitars.” The Guardian ★★★★
“Delivered with innovation and imagination, Attachment Styles is vital, exhilarating, and an essential listen.” LOUDER ★★★★ ½
MALLORY HAWK • www.instagram.com/malloryhawk
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GT events • www.gravytrainbristol.co.uk
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Entry requirements: 16+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio
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