Millie Manders and the Shutup

Millie Manders and the Shutup play The White Rock in Hastings on Saturday 7 November, with doors opening at 7pm and the show starting at 8pm. It's a standing gig in Studio 27, so you'll be on your feet for the night.

If you've come across them before, you'll know the sound: Millie Manders on vocals, backed by grinding guitars and a brass section that gives the whole thing a big, punchy feel. The lyrics don't shy away from the heavy stuff — loss, betrayal, anger, anxiety, heartbreak, bitterness, environmental catastrophe and political unrest. It's punk that keeps a pop sensibility, and critics have tipped them as the UK's answer to The Interrupters.

They've been hard to ignore lately, with main-stage slots at Slam Dunk, Beautiful Days and Rebellion, and plenty of support from BBC Introducing and Radio X. 2026 finds them writing their third album while keeping up a furious touring schedule, so this is one of the dates they're fitting in around the studio. Their live shows have a reputation for power and contagious energy, and with the horns in the mix, it's a loud, full sound.

Offstage, they keep things practical: zero plastic wrapping on their merchandise, and they sell limited-edition artwork and clothing to raise money for charities. The show runs for about 240 minutes, and anyone 14 and under needs to be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are £19.75, which includes a 10% booking fee, with member tickets available too.