Welsh alternative rock band known for their expansive sound and dynamic live performances.
The Joy Formidable
The Bunkhouse, Swansea
Doors at 19:00
Performing at
Cuffe & Taylor presents
The Cure
With very special guests The Twilight Sad & The Joy Formidable
Blackweir Fields, Cardiff
Doors at 17:00
The Joy Formidable are a Welsh alternative rock band formed in Mold, Flintshire, in 2007. The core lineup consists of Rhiannon "Ritzy" Bryan (vocals, guitar) and Rhydian Dafydd (bass, vocals). They are known for their expansive sound that blends elements of shoegaze, post-punk, and dream pop. Their debut EP, A Balloon Called Moaning, was released in 2008, followed by their debut studio album, The Big Roar, in 2011. The album received critical acclaim and helped establish the band as a prominent force in the alternative rock scene.
Subsequent albums include Wolf's Law (2013), Hitch (2016), and AAARTH (2018). In 2021, they released their fifth studio album, Into the Blue, showcasing a more introspective and expansive sound. The band has been praised for their dynamic live performances and their ability to evolve their sound while maintaining their distinctive style. As of October 2024, drummer Matt Thomas has left the band, marking a new chapter in their musical journey.
The event is taking place at The Bunkhouse, Swansea. See individual listings for full venue details.
Tickets go on sale on Wednesday 28th January 2026 at 10:00am.
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