The Winter Big Bash 2023 - Grassroots Weekender

A comprehensive selection of Up to 11’s best bands to watch, with a focus on Welsh homegrown artists.

Friday 22nds headliner, hailing from Swansea The Fiends thrive in their pop infused approach to alternative rock, maintaining its original shabby aesthetics – Ana Lamond, Clash Magazine. Fronted with rugged yet honest vocals mixed with poetic lyricism, The Fiends show a raw and compelling perspective in songwriting.

Saturday 23rds headliner, also hailing from Swansea The Stray Pursuit emerge as a dynamic force in the realm of alternative rock. Distinctive for their enthralling live performances featuring guitar-driven riffs and captivating vocals, each track becomes an embodiment of their eclectic music tastes. They had their first ever gig in 2018, quickly followed by a string of sold out shows across South Wales. Currently recording with Romesh Dodangoda for their debut EP, set to be a testament of their growth and artist evolution.