
Fronted by probably the best voice in indiedom in the form of Beth Ditto, The Gossip are a punk band full of Motor City soul who’s live shows have become somewhat legendary. The threesome formed five years ago with the aim of dedicating their lives to action, passion & drive. They are interested in art, change, the underground, dancing, fashion, punk history, crime and movements. They also say they will never die.
The trio release their latest single ‘Standing In The Way Of Control’ on October 30 and are touring the UK in support. The dates are:
Liverpool, Evol @ Academy 2 – October 29
Glasgow, Oran Mor – 31
Leeds, Faversham – November 1
Birmingham, Barfly – 2
London, KOKO – 3
Manchester, Roadhouse – 4
Brighton, Concorde 2 – 5
Sheffield, Plug – 6
Dublin, Temple Bar – 8
You can buy tickets for the shows here.
To celebrate the tour and single Gigwise has got three vinyl copies of ‘Standing In The Way Of Control’ signed by the band to be won.
To be in with a chance of winning just answer this question. What label are The Gossip signed to?
1. Front Yard
2. Back Yard
3. Yardstick
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