Pioneering Leeds post-punk and goth-rock band whose dark, driving sound has left a lasting mark on UK alternative music.
Recently announced
The March Violets
The Hairy Dog, Derby
Doors at 19:00
Headlining
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Leeds-based post-punk and goth-rock band The March Violets formed in 1981, quickly establishing themselves as a distinctive force within the UK’s alternative underground. Their early sound fused driving basslines, sharp-edged guitars and dark, atmospheric vocals, drawing on post-punk urgency while embracing gothic mood and intensity. The original line-up featured Tom Ashton (guitar), Laurence “Loz” Elliot (bass), Simon “Detroit” Denbigh (vocals) and Rosie Garland (vocals), a combination that helped shape the band’s unmistakable identity.
The March Violets achieved major indie success with their single “Walk into the Sun,” which topped the UK indie charts and became a defining track of the era. Further releases such as “Deep,” “Snake Dance” and “Crow Baby” cemented their reputation for brooding, high-energy songwriting. Their later albums Made Glorious (2013) and Mortality (2015) reaffirmed the band’s lasting creative power, blending classic post-punk menace with renewed intensity. Across decades, The March Violets have remained a vital name in British goth and alternative music.
The event is taking place at The Hairy Dog, Derby. See individual listings for full venue details.
Tickets go on sale on Friday 4th September 2026 at 10:00am.
Ticket prices may vary depending on venue and location. Full pricing details are available on each individual event page.
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