Christmas, I Guess? (All Dayer) | Hyde Park Book Club, Leeds

Dangerously Acquainted & Oliver Pinder Presents... Christmas, I Guess?

Hyde Park Book Club, Leeds | Sunday 15th December 2024 | 10 Bands, 1 Day, 8 Hours of Live Music

Line Up:

Tom A. Smith

20 year old singer songwriter from Sunderland. Recently announced to play Dave Stewart in a musical biopic to film in the city. 2 sold out shows at local venue, The Fire Station, last December - 1,800 tickets. Performing live since the age 12 doing open mic nights with North East legends such as Sam Fender. Plays solo acoustic and electric - and with band of Katie, Dylan and Fraser. Has played most major UK festivals - including Glastonbury, Reading Leeds and BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend. Hand picked to support artists such as Catfish & The Bottlemen, Courteeners, James, The Lathums, Gang of Youths, Miles Kane, Billy Bragg, and DMA’s - plus personally invited to open for Elton John at Hyde Park. Written and produced with Miles Kane and Hugo White (The Maccabees / 86TVs). Performed on Soccer AM, MOTD X and Sunday Brunch. Playlisted on Absolute Radio and Radio X with enthusiastic support from Jack Saunders, Chris Hawkins, John Kennedy, Jordan North and Greg James. Recently nominated for an AIM Award for Most Played New Independent Artist.

Oliver Pinder

Starting his artistic journey afresh by adopting a new creative approach after an artistic hiatus, Oliver Pinder has since transformed his sound from its dark, indie-folk roots into an eclectic mix of guitar-driven alternative anthems. Encompassing the earnest lyricism of artists Matilda Mann and Jeremy Zucker, as well as the driven guitar instrumental layers akin to that of Wunderhorse and Bleachers, Pinder’s music captures the anxieties of today’s younger generation.
Following his return to the music industry, the 22-year-old Wakefield based artist unleashed his debut EP entitled Potential, I Guess? in May 2023. Focussing on the struggles faced by twentysomethings venturing through adulthood, each song of his first record details Pinder’s attempt to navigate unknown sonic territory whilst remaining true to his song-writer roots. Having been featured by the likes of BBC Radio 6 and BBC Introducing, Potential, I Guess? includes the singles ‘Stressed’, ‘Beautiful Second’, and ‘Late July’, with each release receiving critical acclaim following their publication. His EP release also coincided with the announcement of a UK tour, which Pinder and his full-band line-up, consisting of lead guitarist Morgan Lindley and drummer Harry Stobart, embarked on as soon as the record became available. Future full-band performances will also feature two new additions to the artist’s explosive line-up, as he introduces bassist Michael Tuck.
Following the success of his first instalment of headline shows across the country, the band have played festival stages at The Great Escape, Barn on the Farm, Humber Street Sesh and Long Division. Pinder embarked on his biggest headline tour to date in February 2024 concluding at 350 capacity Leeds venue Belgrave Music Hall. Pinder is also working towards his first longform mixtape which sees his sound develop into much heavier realms than his debut record, proving that he is not just a one-trick pony.
With a widely celebrated first EP and selection of sell-out shows in some of the UK’s most notorious grass-roots venues under his belt, the future appears promising for indie’s future sensation, Oliver Pinder.

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Slow Team

Showstopping beauty tools since the 1990s from Leeds, UK.
“Another one who completely blew me away” - Charlie Ashcroft (Musosoup) “Melancholic, reflective, and quite beautiful” - New Music Social

O Phantom

What began as a cathartic songwriting exercise at Hull’s open mic nights for songwriter Daniel Mawer, quickly became a collective, keen to incorporate vintage synths and chorus pedals into their sound. Rose, Daniel and Rowan began working on material in between shifts at Polar Bear Music Club, using the stage before or after events. The venue would provide a comforting space to incorporate friends Beth (All Gone South) Tom (Neoplastic) and Lucy (Dead Naked Hippies) into the band’s first sessions.
Armed tentatively with new material, the collective were booted into shape by Producer Matt Peel, who helped further incorporate lo-fi songwriting sensibilities into the project. Through working with Matt, the band developed a love for acts like Broadcast and Stereolab whilst taking further inspiration from their drives through the gothic countryside that surrounds Humberside.

Wizards Can't Be Lawyers

With their unique blend of surf rock and post punk Wizards Can’t Be Lawyers have made a name for themselves as one of the must-see live acts in the city. Following the release of their debut single "Paying For A Friend" they embarked on a short UK run, culminating at a sell-out show in their hometown venue The Bodega. Singles 'Mercury Man’ and “In The Hive” will also feature on their debut EP "WCBL”, released on 31st January . New tracks include the spooky, funk driven ”Creatures of the Night’ and 80s rock throwback ‘Ladies Night/ Gay Bowling”.

Long Island

"Bright indie production, punchy pop guitars and hook-laden heartfelt lyrics carve a sound unique to Huddersfield based LONG ISLAND. Hatched out of a university project, vocalist Rhiannon and guitarist/producer Cameron embarked on crafting a world that explored their love of indie-pop. Through a shared passion for all things catchy, drummer Jan and bassist Jack were brought on board to complete the line-up.

Championed by the likes of BBC Introducing West Yorkshire & Sheffield and CLOUT as one of their ones to watch in 2024, the forthcoming year is already shaping up to be their busiest as new music looms on the horizon. With packed-out headline shows in Huddersfield, alongside supporting the likes of Corella, The Royston Club and Andrew Cushin, LONG ISLAND are gathering momentum towards a dedicated fanbase around the north.

Inspired by the likes of Sea Girls, PVRIS and The 1975, a melting-pot of their wide-ranging influences forges their distinctive sound. Elevated from headline shows to festivals, their unrelenting live sets will be sure to get you dancing and screaming along to every word. With the release of their debut album "infatuation's a nightmare" in January 2023 and "the freedom of being young" EP in September 2024, LONG ISLAND have built a sound custom-made for every situation in your life. A staple out of Huddersfield's extensive music scene, there is no stopping the road carved ahead."

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