Exile on Lime Street
Just a quick note to let you know how things are going on our end! We’re excited to announce that we’ll be playing Cluny 2 this September, our first time back since realising the footage we captured for the Live in Exile DVD wasn’t quite enough to do the experience justice. So, we thought, why not go back and make it count?
Even better, we’ll have a limited number of our special 7-year anniversary In Consequence cassette tapes with us at the show—available before their official release on 14th October, which also happens to be this year’s Cassette Store Day. It’s a little pre-release treat for those who come down and celebrate with us.
We can’t wait to see some familiar faces and share what we’ve been working on.
TOY SOLDIERS
Our lads are back in Greece, currently offering their services to the nation in that noble tradition known as mandatory military duty; which is ironic, considering their greatest weapon has always been stringed instruments, not a gun. Between marching drills and peeling potatoes (or whatever it is they’re trusted with), they’ve had plenty of time to reflect. And in those long, contemplative hours, they’ve realised just how much they miss making music, and how badly they need to get back to the stage.
So, they’ve sparked a little internal uprising, pushing the band to get back in motion rather than let things sit idle. The result? Some lovely plans now in motion, including our headline show at the O2 Academy.
To kick things off, we’ve secured the first 100 tickets for the price of a pint—because, well, we can. You’d think a band like the Rolling Stones, with their decades of legacy and mountains of cash, could offer something similar to their loyal fans. But instead, they’re charging £1,000 for front-row seats. Nothing screams “punk spirit” like an invoice the size of two months worth of rent, right?
Anyway, we’re clearly the bigger band. I mean, have you seen how much Mick Jagger weighs these days?
Just drop us a line if you are interested in those early-bird tickets!
So this is Christmas…
Across the world, people are embracing this beautiful tradition of spreading kindness through acts of generosity that carry the hope that the goodwill will last well beyond the season.
If your Christmas shopping hasn’t completely emptied the piggy bank, we’ve got something special to offer: you can now pre-order a unique line of handmade bracelets, lovingly crafted from our used guitar strings. Not only do they carry a piece of our journey, but all proceeds will go to support the incredible work of World Vision.
These aren’t just accessories; they’re small acts of compassion in wearable form.
Find out more and place your pre-order at www.comfortdollproject.com. Let’s make this season truly meaningful.
Live in Exile
We finally carved out some time to go through the footage from last year’s gig at the Newcastle Miners’ Institute, and we’re genuinely chuffed with how it turned out. So, if you haven’t already, subscribe to our YouTube channel, because we’ll be uploading some highlights soon.
While that’s rolling out, we’re also working on a release of the show, complete with a 16-page booklet and some rather tasty bonus content.
Dates and Updates
Thanos will be performing a special acoustic set in support of Children North-East on September 10th at Westgarth, Middlesbrough. It’s a cause close to our hearts, and we’re proud to contribute through music.
But that’s just the beginning.
Fourteen days later, Phase will be back in full force, joining forces with our beloved friends Antimatter for a powerful show in Thessaloniki—a proper return to form for the full-band experience. In the meantime, we’re also planning a TBA acoustic gig in Larisa, somewhere in between, so keep your ears to the ground for more details.
Oh, and yes, it is about time to release some new music, don’t you think?
