2019 ‘Fireball – Fuelling The Fire’ UK Tour Announces Line Up

Fireball and Academy Events have announced the finalists in this year’s Fireball Hottest Band Competition. A local band has been chosen for each date of the tour in September, giving 8 bands the opportunity to kick off the party for a monumental lineup.  The winners join Ska-Punk legends Less Than Jake, Goldfinger, Save Ferris, last year’s winners Thieves Of Liberty and DJ Matt Stocks on each respective date of the UK tour. One band will be chosen at the end of the tour to be crowned Fireball’s Hottest Band 2020.

Tickets for the 2019 Fireball – Fuelling The Fire tour can be purchased here

You can view details of the finalists and the Fireball – Fuelling The Fire tour dates below

O2 Academy, SHEFFIELD – Frank Grimes And The Disasters

After a year-long hiatus, Frank Grimes and The Disasters are back and more miserable than ever.  Formed in 2016 and releasing the latest EP in September 2019, if you need a hole to stick them in then ‘macabre Pop-Punk’ is a snug fit.

 O₂ Academy, LEEDS – This Time Last Year

This Time Last Year are a Leeds based quartet known for their mix of energetic Pop-Punk with hard-hitting, relatable lyrics. Their highly energetic shows, focusing on crowd participation and positive vibes, ensure This Time Last Year are a band you will want to see live over and over again.

O₂ Academy BIRMINGHAM- Like Giants

Like Giants are a four-piece Pop-Punk band from the Midlands, UK. The band formed in 2019 and have just released their debut single ‘Cut and Run’ from their debut EP; ‘Sovereign’, set for release late September.  Bringing with them heavier riff-driven tracks, with hard-hitting, but also soft melodic vocal melodies, this has helped them set themselves apart from the ever-expanding Pop-Punk genre. Influenced by; Neck Deep, A Day to Remember and State Champs, Like Giants write songs covering topics like mental health, relationships, and life in general through punchy riffs, and very catchy choruses.

O₂ Ritz MANCHESTER – Well Done You

Well Done You are a high octane five-piece Pop-Punk band from Manchester. Having been championed by Kerrang! Radio and The Unsigned Guide, Well Done You recently released their latest EP ‘Please and Thank You’.  Their debut album, ‘Welcome to Camp Sunshine’, is set for release on 25 October.

O₂ Academy NEWCASTLE – Belle Elmore

Belle Elmore formed in the North East with several like-minded souls looking to jam and just play some cover songs for a lark, maybe gig a little if opportunity knocked. But the thirst for more was overwhelming… It was decided that performing their original music was the path to take. Since then the band have found pleasure creating and discovering their own sound, stemming from very eclectic tastes and influences.

O₂ Academy GLASGOW – Crashes

Crashes have had a great year thus far: sharing the stage with top up-and-coming UK acts Dream State, Woes and Cold Years as well as releasing their second EP ‘Something’s Wrong’.  A collection of songs which showcases their polished, Pop-Rock sensibilities alongside introspective lyrics and atmospheric backdrops. They draw elements from a wide spectrum of influences, such as Paramore, Deftones, The Dangerous Summer and Bon Iver to create a unique sound, with subtle electronics giving way to huge, anthemic choruses.

O₂ Academy BOURNEMOUTH – Weatherstate

With their recent Green Day music video homage receiving the thumbs up from Mike Dirnt himself, Weatherstate are a Punk-Rock outfit from the south coast. The band have spent the past couple of years touring Europe and the UK. Weatherstate’s effervescent take on Punk, harks back to legendary Pop-Punk bands of the 90s whilst incorporating a new, venomous energy. They have been seen shredding stages with the likes of The Dirty Nil, Single Mothers, Trash Boat, WSTR, Creeper and more.

O₂ Academy Brixton, LONDON – Millie Manders and The Shutup

Millie creates cross-genre Punk that is hard to ignore. With lyricism that pokes fun, draws you in or leaves you questioning social norms teamed with incredible vocal dexterity, grinding guitars, irresistible horn hooks and a pumping rhythm section, the Millie Manders Music Machine churns out more raw punk fusion than you can shake a stick at, with a huge amount of Pop appeal. “Watch this space” is a term very much worth its salt when considering the hype surrounding the force to be reckoned with that is Millie Manders and The Shutup. Their live shows are electric and her songs infectious. If you haven’t listened yet, you need to…

2019 Fireball – Fuelling The Fire UK Tour Dates

September:

19th    O₂ Academy, Sheffield

20th    O₂ Academy, Leeds

21st     O₂ Academy Birmingham

23rd    O₂ Ritz Manchester

24th    O₂ Academy Newcastle

25th    O₂ Academy Glasgow

27th    O₂ Academy Bournemouth

28th    O₂ Academy Brixton, London