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Standing Like Statues

Running wildly from the back streets of Cambridge comes this anthemic and punchy pop-rock outfit. Breaking through the blur of memes, trends and false personas which dominate modern life, Standing Like Statues combine their rebellious energy with soul-searching lyrics and catchy choruses to create a tenacious sound that lives in your head rent-free. This isn’t just a band, this is a lifestyle. It’s a movement. It’s a family. Come and join the Unusual Crew.

Youth Illusion

Welcome to the world of Youth Illusion; an exciting punk rock band from London UK. With members hailing from the USA, South Africa, and the UK, Youth Illusion brings a fantastic mix of vibrancy, presence, and honest music wherever they go.

14+ / U16s accompanied by an adult

229 The Venue

Standing Like Statues

Standing Like Statues - Stupid Love

Gigs

London

Standing like statues join us from Cambridge. With over 13,000 monthly spotify listens they seem to be picking up a lot of steam. With clear influences from Taking Back Sunday, Biffy Clyro and 30 Seconds to Mars this band are standing tall with anthemic songs peppered with heart felt soul searching lyrics.
"We want to be there for the people that connect with our music. We're coated in battle scars, but are still here fighting the fight of life. It is so important to us that we support those that need it" - Jamie (Vocalist)
Youth Illusion join us from London. This 3 piece band splice punk with a dash of anger and catchy riffs to create a sound with a hint of Alexisonfire and Thrice. This combined with more classic rock influences makes the band stand out within their genre.. The band come from all over the globe and things started getting serious for them in late 2019 when the correct drummer joined and things really clicked. They have released a few singles and had a decent amount of airplay and plenty of press after a slot at the prestigious Camden Rocks.
Palps are opening tonight. This local band are from the Chelmsford and this will be their first time on at Hot Box.  Their first Ep Letters to you that I'll never send was released in March 2020. Their sound has clear nods to older emo and post hardcore bands. Lyrically the band focus on broken relationships and mental health issues. The 4 piece are hitting the ground running and are ready for a fierce first show. 

This is an 18+ event

Standing Like Statues / Youth Illusion / Palps

Chelmsford

Hot Box

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