Circus + Hollins + The Velvetines – Friday 28th March 2025 | Sunbird Records, Darwen

Sunbird Records welcomes for the first time Blackpool indie band CIRCUS to perform their debut gig here.

An indie rock band from Blackpool, UK. Their debut single Talk was released April 12th, followed by Keep Me In Line in June. Initially playing support slots at Bootleg Social, they have gone on to secure a headline slot in June 2024. Their most notable support slot was Birmingham Indie giants Swim Deep on their 2024 tour. The lads are looking to release their debut EP later on in the year.

“Their clever use of guitar hooks and riffs captures the sounds of The Smiths and The Cure in the early 80s, whilst their powerful vocal delivery and harmonies bring us bang up to date, echoing the the sounds of The Strokes and the DMAs”. – Pete Rooney, RGM Magazine.

Also making a welcome return are Hollins – a 5-piece from Darwen with songs Mixing Madchester, rock and roll, rap, and funk into one fresh, killer sound. this band is a must-listen for music lovers everywhere

Finally opening the night we have The Velvetines – a nexciting 5 piece indie-rock/alt band from Bolton, Lancashire. With inspirations of arctic monkeys, wunderhorse, fontaines d.c, radiohead and many more..

FREE ENTRY | DOORS 19:30 | FIRST BAND 20:00