Just Friends + Chain + Really Big Really Clever
1st May 2025 - 7:30 pm
The Hope & Ruin
Age Restrictions: 18+

Sugar Free + Full Fat Present

JUST FRIENDS

A Bay Area band with an interesting sonic trajectory, Just Friends emerged in the mid-2010s with a peculiar brass-driven mix of hardcore punk and emo that over subsequent releases shifted into pop-rap and eventually funk rock. After two albums, 2015’s ‘Rock 2 the Rhythm’ and 2018’s ‘Nothing But Love’, and an increasing tour presence on both sides of the Atlantic, the group signed with Pure Noise Records to release their funk-influenced third album, ‘Hella’ (2022) and shortly followed up with the highly praised fourth album ‘Gusher’ (2023).

CHAIN
Having Previously toured the UK with Mom Jeans the band are returning the favour and bringing new Mom Jeans project CHAIN along for the ride. 

Really Big Really Clever 
Brighton-based quartet really big really clever have quickly cemented themselves as a vital force in the UK emo and grunge scene. Since their explosive debut in 2023, the band has turned heads with their dynamic sound and relentless energy. Releasing their debut LP via Beth Shalom Records (home to acts like itoldyouiwouldeatyou, Buds., and Regal Cheer) teaming up with producer Tom Hill, the record showcased a seamless blend of grunge, indie, punk, and emo, earning the band a growing legion of fans.

Venue

The Hope & Ruin 11-12 Queens Rd
Brighton and Hove
Brighton BN1 3WA
UK
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