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CHAMPS

Hailing from Niton (just outside Ventnor) on the Isle of Wight, music duo CHAMPS was formed in 2011 by brother Michael and David Champion.

Their first and second albums, Down Like Gold and Vamala, received critical acclaim including praise from the likes of The Guardian, The Independent and Q Magazine.

In April 2019 they signed a three-album deal with the US arm of music giants, BMG.

Their third album, The Hard Interchange, was released in September 2019, again to critical acclaim.

The band finished recording their fourth album, recorded in Abbey Road Studios, in October 2021. It is due for release on 26th April 2023, via BMG.

Below are a selection of articles we’ve published about the band.

Close up of a synthesizer
3, May 2023·1 min read

Synth heaven awaits at Ventnor Exchange: Explore rare gems and groundbreaking sounds of yesteryear

Red Squirrel Productions invites you to explore iconic synthesizers and celebrate musical history on 6th May at Ventnor Exchange
Mike and Dave Champion
26, April 2023·1 min read

CHAMPS’ Ride the Morning Glass: Embracing vintage vibes with museum piece synths

CHAMPS release their fourth album, Ride the Morning Glass, blending cool minimalism, evocative Americana and vintage synths
Dave and Mike Champion in the snow
5, April 2023·1 min read

CHAMPS unveil new singles from highly anticipated fourth album: Ride The Morning Glass

CHAMPS enthrall fans with fresh singles, teasing their fourth album, Ride The Morning Glass, and upcoming London gig
Brothers Champion - Champs - on snowy hill by Milly Cope
18, January 2023·4 min read

Recognise these Islanders appearing in brand new CHAMPS video?

The latest single from the long-awaited fourth CHAMPS album comes out today, joined by a music video shot with 'the boys' from Ventnor (not just Mike and Dave) and a date for the album release
Dave and Mike Champion
23, November 2022·1 min read

CHAMPS release My Baby Lorraine, second single from long-awaited fourth album

Yet another cracker from the Champion brothers' yet-to-be-released fourth album. Bravo!
Florence with Wet Leg's Hester and Rhian
16, November 2022·1 min read

Isle of Wight band, Wet Leg, nominated for five Grammy Awards

Grammys are presented by the Recording Academy in recognition of 'outstanding achievement in the music industry'
CHAMPS in the woods through a fisheye lens
19, October 2022·1 min read

Isle of Wight band, CHAMPS, release Adeleine, their first single from the fourth album

The first single from the long-awaited fourth CHAMPS album is already proving popular with fans
CHAMPS in a greenhouse © Holly Fernando
29, July 2022·1 min read

See CHAMPS play live at Ventnor Fringe Festival

Your chance to hear from the yet-unreleased fourth CHAMPS album, along with live music from Greg Foat, Luca Wilding and the amazing Goat Girl
CHAMPS in a greenhouse © Holly Fernando
4, July 2022·3 min read

Book now for two full days of exciting new music with Fringe Fridays at Ventnor Fringe

Fringe Fridays bring the chance to experience live music from bands you may never have heard of before, and some you already love
Goat Girl
23, June 2022·3 min read

Exciting new live music with Fringe Fridays at Ventnor Fringe Festival

Fringe Fridays bring the chance to experience live music from bands you may never have heard of before, and some you already love
Goat Girl
27, April 2022·3 min read

Ventnor Fringe Festival: Music, comedy, theatre and lots more at the 2022 Fringe event

There are around 150 shows expected at this year's Ventnor Fringe Festival, with tickets now on sale for the first acts
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1, May 2020·1 min read

Isle of Wight’s CHAMPS extended version of Shadow on the Sea, with new video (watch)

If you loved Shadow on the Sea from CHAMPS, you'll love the extended version. Check it out along with a new video
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