MATILDA SHAKES are an anthemic indie rock band based in Sheffield, UK. The band is made up of and comprises James Hallam on Lead Vocals, Jack Poulson on Guitar,  Elliot Britton on Guitar, Sean ‘Spen’ Yeardley on Bass Guitar and Joel Haddon on Drums. 

The band utilise punchy driven guitars, raucous riffs, pounding drums and huge singalong choruses to get the adrenaline pumping and the crowd bouncing. The band have played sold out shows in their hometown and beyond including main stage slots at Sheffield’s historic venue The Leadmill and o2 Academy. 

Matilda Shakes have achieved many accolades during their career since their debut release in August 2023 by having their music featured on the official Premier League, F1 Tracks playlist, EFL Sounds, Liverpool FC Official Playlist & Man City FC Official Playlist x Noel Gallagher Takeover that was taken over by Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds as well as being included on the Spotify editorial playlist Fresh Finds UK & IE. 

2024 alone has seen Matilda Shakes play T’other stage at Tramlines and once again, sell out The Leadmill as well as release 3 singles and an EP. And they show no signs of slowing down as they get ready to throw open the curtains wide and unleash arguably their greatest single to date with ‘Frankie’.

‘Frankie’ is a high octane, full throttle out and out rock n roll banger. The track begins with a distorted gospel echo before launching into a rousing melody that oozes promise and desire. The whole arrangement of ‘Frankie’ pulls you in with its unbridled sanguinity. When played live people will be emerging from the sweaty maelstrom of the mosh pit still chanting the lyrics to ‘Frankie’ back to the band. 

The band have said of the track:-

“Frankie’ takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions showing that even in the dark days there is light at the end of the tunnel.” 

Upcoming Gigs/Tours – 

8th December Oporto (Leeds)

13th December Sidney & Matilda (Sheffield) 

14th December 33 Oldham St (Manchester)

Emily Marsden – Editor
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