The Ferret & Crosstown Concerts presents:
Humour
With Slap Rash + Material Goods
Wednesday 28th May 2025
The Ferret, Preston
Tickets on sale here: www.skiddle.com/e/40934442
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Humour is a Glasgow-based five-piece band that emerged during the 2021 lockdowns. Their music blends post-punk, post-hardcore, and experimental rock, characterized by surreal lyrics and dynamic vocal performances. The band consists of Andreas Christodoulidis (vocals), Ross Patrizio (guitar), Jack Lyall (guitar), Lewis Doig (bass), and Ruairidh Smith (drums).
In November 2022, Humour released their debut EP, Pure Misery, through So Young Records. The EP received acclaim for its inventive sound and intense energy, with NME describing it as "a riot of invention". Their follow-up EP, A Small Crowd Gathered To Watch Me, was released in December 2023, further establishing their presence in the alternative music scene.
Humour's live performances have garnered attention, leading to tours across Europe, including appearances at festivals like Left of the Dial in Rotterdam. They have also played notable venues such as Glasgow's King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut and Sneaky Pete’s in Edinburgh.
The band's creative process is deeply intertwined with visual art, as frontman Andreas Christodoulidis creates sketches and artwork that accompany their music, aiming to make each song "look the way that it sounds".
Slap Rash - Their music fuses raw post-punk energy with industrial noise, delivered through a minimalist setup of bass, drums, and sparse electronics. Known for their visceral live performances and releases like the EP Catherine Special, they've carved a niche with their intense, expressive soundscapes.
Material Goods - UK-based duo blending industrial electronic and post-punk influences. Drawing inspiration from acts like Nine Inch Nails and IDLES, they craft gritty, analog synth-driven tracks characterized by distorted vocals and clean melodies. Formed in late 2023, their DIY ethos and raw energy have quickly made them a standout in the underground scene.
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Humour with Slap Rash + Material Goods
The Ferret, Preston
Wednesday, 28th May 2025
Tickets: www.skiddle.com/e/40934442
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
