Outbreak Festival 2025 Weekend in Manchester - Jun 14, 2025

Maruja

1 concert

Maruja, known for their break-beat-punk, harsh noise, and cosmic jazz fusion, gained acclaim with tracks like "The Invisible Man" and "One Hand Behind The Devil." Their debut EP "Knocknarea" was highly rated by critics, earning praise from BBC Radio and Anthony Fantano. The band's electrifying live shows have sold out venues across Europe, building their reputation as an exciting emerging act.

Momma

4 concerts

Momma, led by Allegra Weingarten and Etta Friedman, blends indie rock with honest lyrics. Known for rich sound and emotional storytelling, they work closely with Aron Kobayashi Ritch.

Drug Church

5 concerts

Drug Church, from Albany, NY, is a genre-defying punk band known for loud guitars and irreverent style. Their fifth album, PRUDE, showcases their aggression and melody.

Sunny Day Real Estate

3 concerts

Seattle's Sunny Day Real Estate, formed in 1992, emerged distinctly from the grunge era with Jeremy Enigk's unique vocals and melodic tunes. Known for albums like "Diary" and "LP2," they experienced breakups and reunions, with members joining Foo Fighters and releasing ambitious projects like Enigk's "Return of the Frog Queen." Their 1998 reunion album, "How It Feels to Be Something On," earned acclaim, followed by "The Rising Tide." Despite disbanding in 2001, they briefly reunited in 2009-2010, with "Lipton Witch" released in 2014.

Tigers Jaw

2 concerts

Tigers Jaw, from Scranton’s DIY punk scene, blend catchy songs and harmonies, evolving their indie rock sound over a decade with a loyal fanbase and timeless lyrics.

Superheaven

9 concerts

Formed as Daylight in 2007, renamed Superheaven in 2014, this grunge revivalist band draws inspiration from '90s bands like Stone Temple Pilots and Soundgarden. Known for albums "Jar" and "Ours Is Chrome," they signed with Side One Dummy.

Knocked Loose

17 concerts

Knocked Loose, from Louisville, are known for their relentless hardcore sound. Over a decade, visits to Coachella and Bonnaroo, and the album "You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To," they’ve won acclaim for their unyielding intensity and potential.

Alex G

5 concerts

Alex G is the stage name for Alex Giannascoli, known for his melodic yet ragged style. His 2022 album "God Save the Animals" was widely acclaimed.

Denzel Curry

9 concerts

Denzel Curry, born in the South, is known for his versatile rap style and hits like "Ultimate." Collaborating with artists like A$AP Rocky and A$AP Ferg, his work celebrates Southern musical heritage and showcases his technical mastery.

Danny Brown

16 concerts

Detroit-born Danny Brown is a genre-defying rapper known for his unique style, mixing paranoia and humor. He's celebrated globally, blending reflection and high-energy anthems.

Speed

3 concerts

Australian hardcore band SPEED gained global attention with their 2024 debut album ONLY ONE MODE. Known for raw, emotional lyrics and heavy grooves, they blend synths with hardcore intensity.

Militarie Gun

42 concerts

Militarie Gun, led by Ian Shelton, blends raw vulnerability with distorted rock sounds. Known for intense emotion and dynamic riffs, the band delivers powerful, human stories in punk rock.

Gouge Away

2 concerts

Formed in South Florida, Gouge Away gained fame with albums like "Burnt Sugar" on Deathwish Inc. Known for their raw, unpolished style and introspective lyrics, they’ve shared stages with bands like Drug Church and Ceremony while evolving their urgent, nostalgic sound.

Slowdive

3 concerts

Slowdive, born in Reading, England, are known for their shoegaze style blending reverb-drenched guitars and experimental sounds. Their latest album, "everything is alive," merges familiar shoegaze elements with new beginnings, highlighting their enduring influence on a younger audience. The band members, Rachel Goswell, Neil Halstead, Christian Savill, Nick Chaplin, and Simon Scott, collaborate to explore life’s shimmering nature and universal themes through diverse sonic landscapes.

Witch Fever

6 concerts

Born in Manchester, Witch Fever blends the dark essence of Black Sabbath, Savages, and Nirvana’s Bleach era. Known for their confrontational and gender-defying punk, they gained acclaim with their debut album, Congregation, pushing boundaries and crafting a potent sonic experience. BBC6 Music’s Steve Lamacq praised their intense impact.