RAISED BY OWLS
What do you get if you cross five misspent youths, a sardonic streak a mile wide, and a dildo-wielding Mr. Blobby? Raised by Owls aren’t sure, but they’re Hell-bent on finding out. Spawned from the depths of Derbyshire to provide you with a mild sonic disturbance followed by an immediate apology, the band are still here and aren’t messing about.
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Formed in 2015 by Sam Strachan (vocals), Alex LeGrice (guitar), and Lee Deane (drums), the band was brought to full strength the following year with the addition of Mark Bainbridge (guitar) and Tobias Cope (bass). Their first album “The Great British Grind Off” was an eclectic ode to the bizarre quirks of British culture.
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Please direct all enquiries to kris@mangatamusic.co.uk
HACKTIVIST
Question everything. Consider your sources. Be wary of ulterior motives, insidious media narratives and even your own unconscious bias. Trust sparingly and try to make smart, informed choices. As the world descends further into chaos, it's more crucial than ever to remain vigilant and stand your ground.
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Fortunately, Hacktivist are here to help slice through the deception and misinformation, armed and prepared to strike with renewed intensity and strengthened formation. With J Hurley and Jordan 'jj' Olifent sharing vocal responsibilities, drummer Ste Cole providing the percussive foundation, and Alex Hek delivering both guitar work and clean vocals, the group returns with a sound that transcends genres and arrives not as a simple statement but as an incendiary musical declaration of all-out resistance.
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THE FIVE HUNDRED
The Five Hundred, a formidable force in the British heavy metal scene, hail from the
industrial heartland of Nottingham. Emerging in the early 2010s, the band quickly
established themselves with a sound that blends the brutal intensity of metalcore
with the intricate ferocity of djent and progressive metal. Their name, a symbol of
unity and collective strength, mirrors their tightly knit and powerful musical synergy.
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The Five Hundred's relentless pursuit of thematic and musical excellence has made
them a standout act, pushing the boundaries of heavy metal. With Ghost Writer,
they invite their audience to journey into the darkest corners of a shattered world,
proving once again their mastery in crafting epic, evocative soundscapes that linger
long after the final note has faded.
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​​​​​​​Please direct all enquiries to kris@mangatamusic.co.uk
PHOENIX LAKE
Phoenix Lake are an English melodic metal band with comparison to Within Temptation, Parkway Drive & Evanescence. ‘Phoenix Lake’ deliver tastes of melodic metal & metalcore with alluring vocals & beautiful harmonies. They write their music from a very personal perspective, often crafting captivating storylines, hooks and melodies. Their debut EP, ‘Beyond The Flames’, (released in June 2023) fast-gathered acclaim and left their listeners wanting more.
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Alongside their explosive live performances, the band are working heavily on their debut concept album. The unyielding momentum attributed to their latest single, Fractured Wings, found national airplay on stations such as BBC Radio One & Kerrang!
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Please direct all enquiries to kris@mangatamusic.co.uk
FIRMAMENT
Firmament are a five-piece metal band from Nottingham, UK, comprised of Adele on lead vocals, Dave and Fee on guitars, James on drums, and Phil on Bass.
The band brings together a variety of influences across multiple genres of rock and metal to produce their take on a modern metal sound.
Combining big riffs, soaring twin lead guitar harmonies and melodic vocals, Firmament bring all these characteristics to make every live performance memorable.
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FFO; Iron Maiden, Alter Bridge, Mastodon, Coheed and Cambria.
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MOON REAPER
‘Pulsating riffs, crushing breakdowns and decrepit atmosphere will prepare your soul for our celestial doom.’
Hot off their recent performances at Bloodstock 2023 and 2024, Moon Reaper of Bristol, play blackened hardcore doom with an explosive variety of various metal and heavy influences.
Meshing a plethora of the dark arts to create their truly unique, twisted sound. Inspired by deep space and cosmic terrors, Moon Reaper creates music about otherworldly horrors lurking in the depths of the cosmos. Black holes, pulsars and dark energy are just a few concepts that fuel their writing and lyricism. Let the apocalypse commence.
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SYNCOLIMA
2021… The year after the worst year any of us can remember? The year when we restart. The year when we crank up our amps and play our drums loud for the first time in too long. The year when the end meets the beginning..
Formed in February 2021, By Drummer Gazz and bass player Stoff now reunited after the pair previously spent a year together in a previous band. The rhythm section wanted to start something new from the beginning by their rules from the very beginning. After a quick discussion they knew they needed a singer/guitarist to round off the trio. Other than advertising for someone they did not know, they opted to take a punt and call Josh, he quickly said yes.
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Please direct all enquiries to kris@mangatamusic.co.uk