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Maslow are a Manchester-based rock band, drawing inspiration from Radiohead, Nirvana and Wunderhorse, their alt-rock sound is rooted in a deep appreciation for raw, authentic live music. Maslow’s performances embrace the imperfections of human expression, standing as a response to the dehumanisation of music, in an age of AI-generated music and oversaturation.
Eagle & Salmon Presents:
Sam Biggs 8:20 pm Sam Biggs is a songwriter based in Manchester. Joining him will be 3 other talented musicians. Together, they make music which is influenced by the likes of Nothing But Thieves, Led Zeppelin, Jeff Buckley and Sam Fender. Expect high-tenor vocals singing a mix of gut-wrenching songs and songs that’ll get you moving, all accompanied by guitars which vary from clean to driven.
BLEACH 9 pm Bleach are an indie rock band formed in Manchester. Drawing inspiration from Nirvana, Fontaines D.C., and Arctic Monkeys, their sound blends raw energy with infectious melodies. Expect fast, driving guitars, powerful drums, and vocals that pull no punches. Bleach are here to stand out, and their journey is only just beginning!
Vaudevilles 9:40 pm Culminating proceedings will be the raw energy of Vaudevilles, a three-piece alt-rock band influenced by bands such as Queens Of The Stone Age, My Chemical Romance, Bad Nerves and Green Day.
Eagle & Salmon presents:
Inspirit 8:20pm Inspirit are a new alt-rock band from Manchester, blending the weight of grunge with the energy of post-punk and the bite of early 2000s guitar music. Influenced by the likes of Pearl Jam, Radiohead and The Verve.
Nice Things 9:10 pm Nice Things are a Manchester-based dream-pop quartet three years in the making, taking influence from bands such as Men I Trust and TOPS . The band create evocative compositions, blending hypnotic melodies with captivating vocals to offer the Manchester music scene a fresh and exciting new addition. Their debut single, Cornered, offered a taste of what is to come from their forthcoming debut album, so don’t miss your chance to hear them live at an upcoming performance this year.
Kudos 9:50 pm Kudos are a new student band from Manchester, playing guitar-driven indie music.Inspirations include groups such as The Strokes, Wunderhorse and Franz Ferdinand.
Up and coming four-piece indie rock band with fantastic live energy.
A Lancaster based indie rock band, unapologetically prone to flirting with post punk, grunge and alternate rock genres too. Performing a mixture of EP material and unreleased tracks full of catchy melodies, groovy bass lines and driving guitar riffs.
Eagle & Salmon presents
Kudos 8:20 pm Kudos are a new student band from Manchester, playing guitar-driven indie music. Inspirations include groups such as The Strokes, Wunderhorse and Franz Ferdinand.
Red Wine Bed Time 9:10 pm Red Wine Bed Time is an R&B 5-piece band formed in Salford. Having been formed as part of an assessed group performance module, the band, whose origins range from Harrogate and Leeds to Blackpool and North Wales, were incredibly fortunate to be grouped with one another. Now with over a year’s worth of experience under their belt, having gigged around the North of England and as far south as Norfolk, Red Wine Bed Time are now ready to hit Aatma by storm!
Still Life 9:50 pm A fresh indie rock band influenced by the likes of Jeff Buckley and Elliot Smith. They play covers and originals within the indie/alt-rock style.
+ special guests:
The Vandagos
Jack Simo
Eagle & Salmon presents:
Lavender (acoustic set) 8:30 pm “Lavender are a blues-alt rock band from Manchester. Their music describes a blend between slow grunge with a distinct blues influence combined with strategic modern alt-rock themes.”
Giovanni’s Room 9:10 pm “Giovanni’s room are an eclectic group with influences from Glen Campbell to The Velvet Underground. They have made their mark on the Manchester scene with their chaotic performances, shining light on the modern world in a poetic and cinematic way.”
Banistr. 9:50 pm “Banistr. crafts a dreamy moody soundscape, with lush guitar leads blending alternative rhythms with rich reverberated vocals to create a unique sound.”
We have lived, laughed and loved our way through a 6 month residency at our beloved AATMA, but all good things must come to an end.
The Molehill AATMA residency concludes with MOLEFEST.
Guevara, #VALUE!, Miss June ‘74 & Another Country, and Double Dropping a Half Pill are confirmed.
Before the banner falls, before the stamp dries up, join us for one last dance.
Eagle & Salmon presents:
Nice Things 8:20 pm Nice Things are a Manchester-based dream-pop quartet three years in the making, taking influence from bands such as Men I Trust and TOPS . The band create evocative compositions, blending hypnotic melodies with captivating vocals to offer the Manchester music scene a fresh and exciting new addition. Their debut single, Cornered, offered a taste of what is to come from their forthcoming debut album, so don’t miss your chance to hear them live at an upcoming performance this year.
Sorry Cheryl 9:10 pm This Mancunian hit with audiences are back, and are ready to take the Aatma stage with their signature blend of 80’s indie and the thunderous speed and attitude of 90’s punk. With quirky stage banter and awesome music; they’re sure to put a smile on your face, then blow your face clean off!
The Silents 9:50 pm We’re very excited to present this three-piece indie guitar band, who combine post-rock and dream pop influences. It’s a brand new project featuring seasoned musicians from The Chameleons, Slow Readers Club and who also have worked alongside Dermo (Northside) and Rikki Turner (Paris Angels).
Pretty (from Canada) 10:30 pm HAILING FROM TORONTO, THE QUINTET KNOWN AS PRETTY HAS BEEN A PROMINENT FIXTURE IN THE TORONTO MUSIC SCENE SINCE THEIR FORMATION IN 2015. WITH A DISCOGRAPHY THAT SPANS TWO CAPTIVATING EPS AND A FULL LENGTH ALBUM, THEIR JOURNEY HAS BEEN ONE OF RELENTLESS CREATIVITY. PRETTY’S MUSIC IS A KALEIDOSCOPE OF INFLUENCES, INTRICATELY WOVEN TOGETHER. DRAWING INSPIRATION FROM PSYCHEDELIC CULTURE, IT TRANSCENDS THE CONFINES OF ORDINARY SOUNDSCAPES.