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15. Wolves Don't Sleep
I first discovered this band after their front man Steev was pulled up onto stage with Attila at Rescue Rooms. I then went to see them perform at Macmillan Festival and they made such an impression that I've seen them as often as possible since then. It's difficult to walk around Nottingham without seeing one of their stickers somewhere. My favourite thing about them has to be the fact that when they're performing, they're mostly bothered about enjoying their selves. The Lowdham Hate Crew will always hold a special place in my heart...or my ear drums?
14. Crosslight
Crosslight are a band I can see getting big in the near future. They certainly bring something new to the music scene of Nottingham, as they proved with their insane show at the Bodega a few months back. They're a group I'd definitely recommend you listening to if you not only love heavy music but also a strong female vocalist.
13. Pendulum Falls
Pendulum falls are one of the most individual bands I know from Nottingham, with a combination of music that you wouldn't expect to go together, but goes so well together, they really are an underrated local band. Lauren is one of the best front women I've seen and they're concerts are always lively. I first saw them at the Maze when they played with Wolves don't sleep and I have to say they made a brilliant first impression.
12. Deco
There's not many ways one could describe Deco, I suppose bouncy is the best way I'd describe them as, because seeing them live, all you want to do is bounce. It's also what you see the lead singer doing a lot. It's near enough impossible to not be happy when listening to them with their upbeat tunes.
11. Fast Car To Florence
These guys are iconically known around the streets of Nottingham. It may have something to do with the iconic name that everyone just recognises them from that, or it may be their style of music that majority of people no matter your taste, can be into.
10. Honeymoon Suite
A four piece alternative band with a combination of indie, pop and grunge music to create their individual sound. With influences such as Mac Demarco, Nirvana and Pink Floyd they've created some amazing songs!
9. Superfurniture
Indie pop rock band Superfurniture bring an exciting element to the music scene, with bouncy music to dance to. Playing local Nottingham festivals such as Dot to Dot and Beat the Streets, and playing multiple venues such as the bodega, rough trade and even headlining Rescue Rooms, they've become a band that most people in Nottingham know.
https://www.nottinghampost.com/whats-on/music-nightlife/new-music-festival-radfest2017-radcliffe-163257
8. Youth Hotel
You wouldn't believe Youth Hotel have only been gigging since early this year. With a soulful indie twist on rock music, they rapidly made their way up the venues list in Nottingham. After winning Noise From The Next Generation, they got the chance to record their songs in a proper recording studio that had never been used before. They recently released debut singles, Little Miss Sunshine and Candyflip, which got excellent feedback from fans!
https://www.facebook.com/Youthhotelband/photos/a.578129542533585/715960205417184/?type=3&theater
7. The DandyLions
You don't know fun till you've been to a Dandy Lions gig. With bright colours, loud music and a whole lot of craziness, you won't regret it! A perfect combination of glam metal and kids pop music, makes them a brilliant band that the entire family will love. Giant hair spray canisters and sweets being thrown at the audience, there is just nothing quite like them.
https://twitter.com/dandylionsuk
6. The Mocking Jays
Five-piece pop-rock band from Nottingham have been able to rapidly make a name for themselves across the UK, with appearances at festivals such as Y-Not, they're becoming a well heard of band. With a nice combination of pop and rock and roll swagger, they can only be best described as their own words: Sexy, Funky, Dirty, Pop, everything you want to hear and more. Influenced by the likes of 1975, Arctic Monkeys, Kasabian and The Kooks, they create an atmosphere of irresistible music.
https://www.seetickets.com/event/radar-love-the-mocking-jays/the-venue-derby/1247734
5. Distant Blue
Nottingham pop-punks Distant Blue offer something new to music, taking their influences of Neck Deep, RATBOY and Blink 182 and creating a unique sound. With their ever changing sound, they've shown their ability to play a range of different styles of punk music. One of my favourite things about this band is their ability to get a wild crowd out, some of the most iconic moments of any gigs I've ever been to have been Distant Blue gigs. Quickly grabbing the attention of the citizens of Nottingham after their first ever headline show at rough trade, which sold out, they're now preparing for their next headliner at the bodega on the 22nd of this month! The very same day they will be releasing their new single, Me And My Big Mouth.
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialDistantBlue/photos/a.1420618071533315/2087015234893592/?type=3&theater
4. Mowbeck
It surprises me greatly that Mowbeck aren't already selling out Rock City! They're a band that is just full of pure talent and pure potential. Hit songs such as Talkabout, Crawl and I (Don't) Care are songs you won't be able to stop listening to. With music that'll touch your soul as well as give you something to dance to, you can't get much better. You'll be singing their catchy beats for days on end.
https://www.facebook.com/mowbeck/photos/a.1534259123284567/1666186186758526/?type=3&theater
3. For the girl
For the girl are the first local band I ever got into and the first local band I ever saw. I remember falling for their music the minute they stared playing, their indie rock sound has enough of an edge to fulfil your rock and roll needs but has enough of a beat to make you want to dance! I can’t fault them in any of the music they’ve made, especially their newest song, wouldn’t you like to know. These guys will always hold a special place in my heart.
https://www.facebook.com/ForTheGirlUK/photos/a.450630148397383/1618916548235398/?type=3&theater
2. Don't Forget Rupert
Don’t forget Rupert is one hell of a band. They're a fast rising band, who're quickly getting their name better known by the minute. They really caught my attention after their incredible performance at Splendour earlier this year and with their recent headline show at rescue rooms, they've really made their mark on the city. They have many upcoming shows over the next few months, including another at rescue rooms in December! If you haven't already, I suggest you grab tickets for these.
https://www.alttickets.com/dont-forget-rupert-the-bodega-2018-12-07-19-00
1. Ashfields
Ashfields are one of the most talented bands of this day in my opinion. I’m trying to write this in a very unbiased manner but you would not believe they only formed four years ago with how much they bring to the music scene. I first saw them support the Sherlock’s at rock city and honestly they stole the show! There’s so much potential in the music they've made, they manage to keep a similar style throughout each song but at the same time no two songs sound too alike, you cannot get bored of listening to them! I was devastated to read just the other day that they'll be taking a hiatus, and all we can do is hope that they come back bigger and better than ever!
