Knats

energy and punk aggression.”

Knats went on to back Eddie Chacon and tour with Geordie Greep, before signing to

Fontana Records and releasing their second album, A Great Day In Newcastle, in May 2026.

Produced by Greep, the album showcases a heavier side to the band’s sound, drawing on

their roots playing rock and metal. Featuring an array of collaborators and powerful

storytelling from Newcastle poet Cooper Robson, it’s an unflinching portrait of working-class

life in their home city, full of humour, optimism and grit.

They’ve had radio

support from leading UK tastemakers, including Gilles Peterson, Jamie Cullum, Soweto

Kinch, Jamz Supernova, Tom Ravenscroft and Tony Minvielle. They’ve also collaborated

with major fashion brands Palace, Beams, Aubin & Wills and Arc’teryx.

After making their US debut at SXSW in March 2026, completing their second headline tour

of the UK and recording a Worldwide FM session for Gilles Peterson, Knats are set to play

their first shows in Europe this May, taking Geordie Jazz to the world.

Organised by KCC Shipley