Tickets for our first headline show of the year on sale now via the link in our bio & stories.

Buzzed to have our friends in @thisgiantpeach & @Sadplanetdream on support x

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— Moonlight Academy (@Moonlightacdmy) January 12, 2025

Supporting acts for the evening will include Giant Peach and sadplanet, both of whom are expected to deliver captivating performances, making the event a must-attend for alternative rock enthusiasts. Giant Peach is a four-piece indie band formed in Brighton. Their sound blends psychedelic grooves with melodic harmonies, creating an indie-pop fusion characterised by fuzz-driven guitars and 80s inspired synths. Their debut single, ‘Melatonin’, was released in June 2018. Sadplanet is a London-based five-piece shoegaze and dream pop group formed in late 2023. Their debut single, ‘four days’, was released in April 2024, showcasing their signature sound.

Tickets for the show are currently on sale and can be purchased through DICE. The band has been actively promoting the event across various platforms, expressing their enthusiasm and encouraging fans to secure their spots for what promises to be a memorable night. The band said for MXDWN: “You are gonna hear fresh music we’ve never played before, with a few brand new songs. We’re pushing new heavier territory and trying out some new sounds that we’re buzzing to share with everyone. Strap in, I’d say, something special is coming.”

The band has recently released their debut EP ‘Above The Sky‘. The EP comprises four tracks, showcasing the band’s signature blend of guitars, drums, and emotional lyrics. The track ‘Golden’ has so far gained the most attention, averaging on 9 000 listens. Their third single, ‘Unbroken’, has receved critical acclaim, finding the band featured on BBC Introducing and Radio X. Since its release, ‘Above The Sky’ has garnered positive attention from both fans and critics.

The band actively engages with their audience on social media, sharing updates, behind-the-scenes content related to the EP, and teasing new releases. One of which is set to be released soon and will likely be performed at their upcoming headline show at The Victoria, Dalston.

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— Moonlight Academy (@Moonlightacdmy) January 7, 2025

For more information and updates, fans can follow Moonlight Academy on their Instagram and X.

Moonlight Academy is a four-piece band featuring Ryan on vocals and rhythm guitar, Conor on lead guitar and backing vocals, Stef on bass, and Curtis on drums. They take inspiration from artists such as The Killers, Kings of Leon, Sam Fender, and Catfish and The Bottlemen.

The new EP, ‘Above The Sky’, explores themes of loss, love, and cherishing moments with those close to us. The band said: “[Above The Sky] means a huge amount, it was written about losing someone close to you but appreciating those who are still around. We really hope it connects with you…

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“It was actually one of the earliest Moonlight songs ever written while we were still figuring out the sound. Ryan had been listening to a lot of Britpop and this song was written by the sea in the south of France. There is a lot of reflecting in this song about love, life, and grief.”

 

 

 

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The EP includes earlier singles like ‘Unbroken’ and ‘Deeper’, which collectively offer a fuller understanding of the band’s sonic growth​. John Kennedy from Radio X said: “’Unbroken’ is an example of excellent songwriting that gets you on the dance floor jumping up and down.” The single ‘Golden‘ has the most Spotify streams so far with 8 377 listens. The EP consisting of four tracks is in line with the band’s alternative/classic-rock genre but the title track ‘Above The Sky‘ is verging on a more acoustic sound.

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— Moonlight Academy (@Moonlightacdmy) August 20, 2024

Moonlight Academy are only at the beginning of their journey but have already had success touring around the UK with more shows to be announced in 2025.

“We’ve got big plans to get around the country this year, equipped with many more songs recorded, locked and loaded and ready to go. We’re hoping these new songs cement our name as one of the most exciting emerging indie rock bands out there and gets us on some of your favourite festival stages in 2025.” The up-and-coming band said for Poseur magazine.

For more information about their upcoming events or merchandise, you can explore their Instagram and website.