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Introduction

Sharp Class are a British power trio whose music fuses the DNA of punk, soul, power-pop, Brit-pop, and rock ‘n’ roll. With a debut album under their belts and a second album on the way, the trio are blazing a trail of catchy, power-pop-laden songs.

Having already headlined at Splendour Festival, performed a tour in the USA, and been namechecked by Green Day, Sharp Class are certainly on the rise. The band take pride in delivering their live shows with energy, excitement, vigour and passion as they believe “that’s where it really counts”. As one fan said after seeing the band live for the first time “You can tell that for them three lads, it’s more than just playing a setlist of songs. It’s the reason they do what they do, and they do it very well indeed.”

The band have been described as “Refreshingly Vintage” which seems like a juxtaposition, but Sharp Class make it work. It could be down to their dress sense, as they don an image that would slip in with the height of the swinging sixties yet still feels understood and relatable within the 21st century. Maybe it’s the fact that their music is tinged with the sound of treasured bands from the seventies, eighties and even nineties, whilst written on the canvas of today. It’s definitely, both of those things.

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Music

Sharp Class writes and releases music that captures the essence of power-pop, punk, soul, Britpop and rock n roll. Listen to Sharp Class here https://lnkfi.re/listentosharpclass

Streaming Links: Spotify | Apple Music | YouTube | Amazon Music | Deezer

Debut Album

Between November 2022 and January 2023, Sharp Class released their highly anticipated debut album “Tales Of A Teenage Mind”. The album was well-received by the band’s fan base both in the UK and internationally. Online music magazine Add To Wantlist described the ten songs on the album as “well-executed,” stating that “only a cynic would dismiss the jolt of excitement that Sharp Class brings to the table.” ThisIsTheMusic, who have supported the band for a long time, hailed the album as “glorious, triumphant, and full of catchy songs.” Furthermore, the album received adoration and appreciation from radio stations worldwide, with BBC Introducing declaring that “Sharp Class tracks are sounding authentic and showcasing the band’s unique style and talents.”

The album “Tales Of A Teenage Mind” has been made available on all leading digital platforms along with physical formats such as CD and 12-inch vinyl.

Tales Of A Teenage Mind Spotify Worldwide Streams April 2024
*Statistics apply to Spotify only and correct as of April, 2024*

Latest Release

IVORY TOWER

• Release Date: Friday 15th December 2023

• Format: Digital

• Listen to Ivory Tower: https://lnkfi.re/ivorytowersharpclass

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Press

“Gosh, there’s this new band from the U.K. called Sharp Class. They’re really good.” – Billie Joe Armstrong (Green Day) in an interview with Vulture.

“Sharp Class […] bring a refreshingly vintage sound to the indie-rock genre”RGM Magazine [Online Magazine]

“…phenomenal. Energy to burn and fantastic musicians too”The Vapors [Online]

“…one of those bands that just sounds so authentic to themselves”BBC Introducing [Radio]

“…snappy blasts that tie into and out of their jumpy bass and drums. Oliver Orton holds down the front with aplomb and a quintessentially English bark… A bit of blue-eyed soul that runs through youthful veins”John Keegan at Boston Groupie News [Online Magazine]

“…can really play and this is lyrically excellent original material. The band are a fine Power Trio and what they do, they do really well”I Don’t Here A Single Magazine [Online Magazine]

“The ten songs on Tales Of A Teenage Mind are so well executed you have to be a real cynic to dismiss the jolt of excitement Sharp Class brings to the table”Add To Wantlist [Online Magazine]

“The ten songs on Tales Of A Teenage Mind are so well executed you have to be a real cynic to dismiss the jolt of excitement Sharp Class brings to the table”Add To Wantlist [Online Magazine]

Milestones and Achievements

Below are a plethora of accolades Sharp Class have achieved

⭐️ Name Checked by Green Day's Main Man!

During an interview with Vulture, Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day mentioned Sharp Class when asked “Any new artists or records you find yourself drawn to?”

🎥 YNOT Festival 2024

Sharp Class perform on the coveted 3000 capacity Quarry Stage, hosted by BBC Introducing, at YNOT Festival in Derbyshire on Friday 2nd August 2024.

🎥 Headline BBC Music Introducing LIVE

Sharp Class performed the headline slot at BBC Music Introducing Live at Metronome in Nottingham on Wednesday 6th March 2024. Hosted by BBC Introducing and presented by BBC Radio Nottingham’s Dean Jackson.

😯 Official Green Day Playlist Inclusion

Sharp Class had their track “Tales Of A Teenage Mind” picked by Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day for inclusion on the Green Day: Oakland Coffee playlist on Spotify. (Now called the ‘Punk Bunny Radio’ playlist)

🇺🇸 First Performances in the USA

Sharp Class travelled to New England (Boston, MA) to embark on their first USA tour (May 2023) The trio performed at: The Parlour in Providence, Rhode Island, Geno’s Rock Club in Portland, Maine, and The Jungle in Somerville, Boston.

📻 First Time on BBC Music Radio 6

Sharp Class achieved daytime airplay on the Craig Charles Trunk of Punk show on BBC Radio 6.

🎸Headline Splendour Festival 2023

Sharp Class performed the headline on the Courtyard Stage at Nottingham Splendour Festival 2023.

📺 First Live TV Appearance

Oliver and Declan performed their track  “Tales Of A Teenage Mind” live on Notts TV on 16/02/23.

👌 The Vapors Winter Tour

 Sharp Class […] supported The Vapors on their 2023 UK Tour, most notably performing at the Cavern Club on the opening night.

📸 Gabicci Campaign

 …modelled for Gabicci during their Spring/Summer collection campaign.

🌍 Debut Albums Worldwide Reach

…released their debut album “Tales Of A Teenage Mind,” which garnered airtime across the globe, including the Rodney Bingenheimer show on SiriusXM (USA), Kevin Cornell show on Amazing Radio(USA), BBC Introducing and more.

Social Media

Facebook handle – @SharpClass

Instagram handle – @sharp_class

YouTube Channel – Sharp Class

CONTACT

For all inquiries, you can contact Sharp Class at [email protected]

Contact number: 07758690278