Loose Articles and Bugeye Set to Ignite The Vic Inn, Derby – Sunday 10th May

Derby’s grassroots music scene is gearing up for a serious injection of attitude, energy and razor-sharp political punch as Loose Articles headline The Vic Inn on Sunday 10th May, brought to you by The Indie Night.

And now the bill just got even stronger.

Support comes from Bugeye-a fierce, female-led five-piece from Croydon delivering gritty guitars, driving synths and socially conscious lyrics straight from a Croydon council estate to stages across the UK underground.

If you care about modern British punk, post-punk and independent live music in Derby, this is a must-attend night.

Tickets are on sale now via Skiddle.

Loose Articles: Feminist Punk with Bite and Bounce

Manchester quartet Loose Articles have built a reputation for discordant, hypnotic repetition, sharp tales of nights out and radical politics delivered with a fierce, in-your-face presence. Their sound is raw yet danceable, sardonic yet sincere, political yet playful.

They champion survival through austerity with tongue firmly in cheek, blending ragged edges with threatening, feminist punk energy that makes a point and makes you move.

The industry has been quick to take notice.

Backed by Steve Lamacq on BBC 6 Music and praised by NME and Radio X, Loose Articles have also supported post-punk icons Gang of Four and electronic legends New Order.

Perhaps most notably, they were handpicked by Dave Grohl to support Foo Fighters-a nod that speaks volumes about their live reputation.

‘Are You A Welder?’ and the Rise of Scream If You Wanna Go Faster

Their single Are You A Welder?, released via Alcopop! Records, skewers outdated gender stereotypes and blokecore culture with wit and punch. Inspired by a throwaway taxi remark, the track tackles society’s narrow ideas around masculinity and occupation, wrapped in cowbells, big riffs and dancefloor-ready chaos.

The song features on their debut album Scream If You Wanna Go Faster, a rollercoaster record that veers between pinball champion highs and the drudgery of rubbish jobs and bad managers. Recorded and co-produced up north at Blueprint Studios, the album captures the raw, high-speed energy that defines their live shows.

Loose Articles are not just commentators. They are grafters. Balancing 9–5 jobs with relentless gigging, they have built their following the hard way, earning every packed-out room along the way.

Bugeye: Croydon Grit Meets UK Underground Power

Joining the bill are Bugeye, a formidable, female-led five-piece born from a Croydon council estate and now a driving force in the UK underground scene.

Fusing gritty, angular guitars with pulsing synth lines and socially conscious lyricism, Bugeye channel the tension and texture of post-punk through a thoroughly modern lens. Their sound is urgent, high-energy and impossible to ignore.

They represent everything great about the independent circuit: DIY spirit, lived experience and fearless storytelling. On a bill alongside Loose Articles, they add even more depth, muscle and meaning to what is shaping up to be one of Derby’s standout punk gigs of the spring.

Expect:

• Driving basslines and sharp, rhythmic guitars
• Synth textures that cut through the sweat and noise
• Lyrics that tackle real issues without losing their bite
• A live presence that commands the room

Why The Vic Inn Is the Perfect Setting

The Vic Inn has become a cornerstone of Derby’s grassroots music culture. Intimate, loud and electric when full, it is exactly the kind of venue where punk thrives.

The Indie Night continues to position Derby firmly on the UK touring map, bringing national underground acts to a city that knows how to show up and support live music properly. Nights like this strengthen the connection between Derby’s local scene and the wider UK alternative network.

For fans of punk, post-punk, feminist punk and socially conscious indie rock, this is not just another gig. It is a statement night.

What to Expect on Sunday 10th May

This will be a double hit of modern UK punk energy:

Loose Articles delivering hypnotic repetition, sardonic drawl and dancefloor chaos.

Bugeye bringing Croydon grit, synth-laced drive and underground fire.

Two female-led forces, one Derby stage, one sweaty Sunday night.

If you have been craving a gig that feels urgent, relevant and alive, this is it.

Event Details

Loose Articles – UK Tour
Support: Bugeye
Date: Sunday 10th May
Venue: The Vic Inn, Derby
Presented by: The Indie Night

Tickets are available now via Skiddle.

Derby’s indie and punk community has always turned out for the right nights. This is one of them.

Grab your ticket, get down early, support both bands and be part of a night that proves the UK underground is louder, sharper and more vital than ever.

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