The band’s different hometowns amalgamate to bring a determined attitude and an eagerness to assert themselves in the London Alternative Music scene. They have rapidly earned a reputation as a tight, dynamic, and sought-after live act, which they use to showcase their genuine love of performing for crowds and with each other.
The band’s drive led them to iconic London studios Abbey Road and RAK Studios to record Debut EP ‘You’ve Got A Lot Of Nerve Believing In Me’ with MPG award winning producer Tayte Nickols. A collection of 4 varying songs that highlights the band’s unique sound and journey of uncertainty in their early 20s.
The EP has been met with glowing reviews from radio icons such as Guy Garvey, Amy Lame (BBC Radio 6 Music) & John Kennedy (Radio X), while radio rising star William Wolstenholme (BBC Introducing Lancashire and Cumbria) has labelled them as “one of the most exciting bands in the country.” This has been matched with impressive press reviews from Clash, Louder Than War, and Backseat Mafia.
After multiple sold-out shows at iconic London venues (The Social, Old Blue Last, Hope and Anchor), a wildly successful first UK tour, and supports with rising stars such as King Nun, The Rolling People & Noep; President Elect are driven to be the name on everybody’s lips in 2025.
Comforts - Comforts formed in Brighton. Taking inspiration from the likes of Radiohead, Sam Fender, Blossoms, Catfish & Inhaler, the up and coming band has a fondness for indie rock with a twist of polished pop production. Launching tunes with catchy pop melodies, talented songwriting and reverb-soaked guitar lines, they position themselves as one of the most exciting artists to watch for this year. Known for their enigmatic, reverb drenched guitar melodies and effortlessly catchy vocals - Comforts in essence exhibit an exciting sound which is fresh yet familiar, raucous yet fun, both humbling and confident, with a live show to match. Having already gained tastemaker coverage, the band have had a whole host of national radio plays. Making a name for themselves as an exciting live act with sets at Isle Of Wight, The Great Escape, Truck Festival and Eurosonic 2025 TBA. Recently endorsed by Marshall Amplification with a debut EP release set for 2025 - an act, not to be missed.
Matty Whelan -Blending 80’s synths and soaring anthemic guitars with signature emotive lyrical delivery, Matty Whelan feels familiar yet distinctive in equal measure.
Following backing from BBC Introducing, The New Music Generator & Northern Exposure, 2025 will see Matty build on the momentum built from his debut releases ‘newlife’ & ‘stockholm blue’ & back to back Lonodon headliners at The Half Moon Putney & Strongroom Shoreditch.
With his third single slated for release this summer & a string of live appearances to come, Matty Whelan is a must see artist for followers of Sam Fender, CMAT & Deaf Havana in 2025.
