Fresh on the heels of summer festival appearances at Bearded Theory, Slam Dunk and North West Calling, Millie and the gang announce their Shut Your Mouth autumn tour, 17 dates in total. Backseat Mafia are big fans of the band and we even get mentioned in the accompanying Press Release for the tour! Proof we must be doing something right!
Their infectious brand of cross-genre punk rock has become increasingly hard to ignore of late, with tour supports with the likes of Less Than Jake and a triumphant appearances at both Rebellion Festival 2022 and Manchester Punk Festival 2023 as well as Kendal Calling. Gaining extensive support from the likes of BBC Introducing and Radio X, the last two years have propelled Millie Manders & The Shut Up into the public conscience and the music industry at large.
The band are fronted by Millie’s staggering vocal dexterity, backed by grinding guitars and irresistible horns that have huge pop appeal. The lyrics deliberate on themes of loss, betrayal, anger, anxiety, heartbreak and bitterness, environmental catastrophe and political unrest. With a conscience that ensures zero plastic wrapping on any merchandise, and that limited edition artwork and clothing are sold to help raise money for charities, MMATSU are striving to make a difference whilst keeping us uplifted and brilliantly entertained.
Their live shows are renowned for their power and contagious energy, and this year sees the band writing their highly anticipated sophomore album, scheduled for release in 2024.
And if October is too long to wait to catch up with them, then don’t fret. They still have numerous festival appearances left this summer including:
June 23-25 Stone Valley North Festival – Durham
July 1-2 Nibley Festival – North Nibley
July 7-8 Right To Roam Festival – Bolton
July 27 Altitude Festival – Blackborough
July 28 Bimble Bandada – Gaunts
July 29 Poole Harbour Festival
Aug 3-6 Rebellion Punk Festival – Blackpool
MILLIE MANDERS AND THE SHUTUP are: Millie Manders (vocals, ukulele, alto sax) Joe Quigley (guitars) Georgina Boreham (bass) and Pete Wright (drums, samples)
