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Home > Man/Woman/Chainsaw : BBC Introducing & PRS Foundation Showcase Fund (SXSW 2025)

Man/Woman/Chainsaw : BBC Introducing & PRS Foundation Showcase Fund (SXSW 2025)

Man/Woman/Chainsaw : BBC Introducing & PRS Foundation Showcase Fund (SXSW 2025)

Biog : Man/Woman/Chainsaw are Billy Ward (vocals, guitars), Emmie-Mae Avery (vocals,keys/synths), Vera Leppänen (vocals, bass), Clio Harwood (violin), Billy Doyle (Guitar), and Lola Cherry (drums). The bands debut EP was released in November to huge acclaim, receiving plaudits from the likes of The Guardian, NME, The Fader, The Line Of Best Fit, Stereogum & Rolling Stone whilst also landing two playlists at BBC 6 Music in the process (Ode To Clio & The Boss). In being supported by the BBC and PRS fund to head to SXSW, Man/Woman/Chainsaw will be able to make their debut in the United States at at a vital time in their career. The band will bring the ferocious and infectious energy that has seen them already play over 100 shows and declared one of the most exciting bands in the UK by everyone from the NME to Steve Lamacq.

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