Chumbawamba are back, armed with acoustic guitars, accordion and trumpet, five-part harmonies, a bucketful of attitude and a new 25-track album called The Boy Bands Have Won.
Chumbawamba aren’t like other bands – that was clear around 20 years ago when they made their first album, Pictures of Starving Children Sell Records as a response to Live Aid.
Chumbawamba began with a mission to be interesting and arresting, to be literate and understanding.
The new album is a collection of such ideas; some are just passing thoughts, others are fully-formed songs. The album is gentle and warm in tone, but caustic in intent.
‘There’s nothing worse than being wishy-washy; nothing worse than just sounding lovely and providing a backdrop for a gentle, pleasant, warm-weather pleasantness. Believe me.’
Chumbawamba
Catch them at Quay Arts on Saturday 22 March at 8pm – book now to avoid disappointment!
Bits and Bobs:
Performance Date/Time: Sat 22 Mar 8pm Doors 7pm
Location: Anthony Minghella Theatre, Quay Arts
Ticket Price: £12 / £11
Box Office 01983 822490
