Cross-genre punks Millie Manders and the Shut Up have announced a new tour, Angry Side, for April and May 2024.
The four-piece, who are known for their joyous live shows, recently finished a hugely successful UK tour (the Newcastle gig is reviewed here).
Now they are gearing up for their long-awaited second album, which is slated for release in 2024.
Fans have already had two tastes of the band’s new material with the singles Rebound and Shut Your Mouth.
The Angry Side Tour is named after another forthcoming single, which is the latest taste of the band’s new material.
Frontwoman Millie said: “Angry Side is about teenage angst, and I am so excited to bring that energy with us to stages around the UK.”
Pop appeal
With their dynamic sound and candid lyrics, the band delve into themes like loss, betrayal, anxiety, heartbreak, environmental concerns and political unrest.
Grinding guitars, a nailed-on rhythm section and Millie’s amazing voice give MMATSU huge amounts of pop appeal, served with a healthy dose of punk rock attitude.
They released their excellent debut album Telling Truths, Breaking Ties (reviewed here) in 2020, and a hugely popular cover of the massive Little Mix global hit Sweet Melody.
Live they have played festivals including Rebellion, Slam Dunk, Bearded Theory, North West Calling, Kendal Calling and Boomtown, and they’ve supported the likes of Less Than Jake and Ferocious Dog on tour.
Winter Jam
In January they are joining Zebrahead, Teenage Bottlerocket and [Spunge] on seven of the eight dates of the Slam Dunk Winter Jam Tour around the UK.
Millie Manders and The Shutup are Millie Manders on vocals, guitar and alto sax, Joe Quigley on guitar, Georgina Boreham on bass, and Pete Wright on drums and samples.
