The Blinders: International Showcase Fund (SXSW)
Hailing from the coalfields of South Yorkshire, the Doncaster born trio have taken the UK live circuit by storm in 2018. With a blend of proto punk politics and psychedelia laden lyricism the band are a force to be reckoned with. Influences ranging from Leonard Cohen to George Orwell allow the band to summon up a spectrum of sounds that will enthral and entertain any worthy parishioner.
Consisting of vocalist and guitarist Thomas Haywood, bassist Charlie McGough and drummer Matthew Neale the three piece formed in late 2014 before relocating to Manchester. Having toured the UK with the likes of The Charlatans, The View and Cabbage, the trio bring an intense and brooding live show that can intoxicate and infatuate any audience. Combined with a long list of festival performances including headlining the BBC introducing stage at Reading and Leeds, alongside a main stage appearance at Kendal Calling. The Blinders turn heads and move feet wherever they go.
Their debut album Columbia was released 21st September, 2018 to critical acclaim.
The support of PRS Foundation’s International Showcase Fund is giving the band the unique opportunity to take their sound and message to a global audience. Attendance at SXSW will also allow the band to build new relationships that will help them reach the next stage of their development.