Wheels in Motion

THE JACQUES, THE SUKIS AND PISTOL DAISYS GET IN THE VAN FOR ‘THE WHEELS IN MOTIONTOUR’ THIS COMING SEPTEMBER

TICKETS ONSALE HERE FROM 10am WEDNESDAY APRIL 22ND

In an ever changing and evolving music industry, whilst the digital age has transformed so many aspects of how artists operate, one thing that will never change is the desire to get in the van and take the music out on the road: live, personal and in your face.

This coming September sees the start of ‘The Wheels In MotionTour’, a three-band bill that will support indie venues up and down the country, showcasing some of the UKs most thrilling indie rock talent with The Jacques, The Sukis and Pistol Daisys.

Curated by indie live agency Motion Talent, all three bands are part of the emerging artists on their roster, and the tour aims to boost grassroots touring through indie venues with a fan friendly low-ticket price. Motion’s Neil O’Brien says:

“I am incredibly excited to see our first Wheels In Motion tour hit the road in September with three of our homegrown emerging artists playing some of the UK’s best independent venues. As an independent live agency booking tours and festivals worldwide Motion Talent is committed to investing in artists by creating high quality touring and being involved at the beginning with marketing, PR, transport, accommodation and technical support unlike anyone else. I see it as our responsibility not only to represent established artists but also to actively create tomorrow’s talent – Wheels InMotion is just that and hopefully will be the first of many great tours in the future.”

First up, London via Bristol trio The Jacques have been carving their way up and down the country and the EU with post punk legends Public Image Limited in recent times, and since first forming as young teenagers, they’ve supported The Libertines at Hyde Park and played Glastonbury, Reading and Leeds. Their story has been fraught with as many ups as downs, but The Jacques have proved themselves to be true road warriors and survivors. Their genre-smashing fusion of mutant punk, psychedelic grunge andjoyous indie rock never fails to hit the spot.

“Being on the road is the best,” state the band. “We spent most of last year on tour in endless scrapes and adventures and it was while bouncing around the back of the van on a cold night up north that we thought of getting our label mates to come and join us on a tour like the oldschool ones. It’s going to be a blast!”

Also joining the tour are Liverpool’s The Sukis, who are fast making a name for themselves as one of the most exciting alternative rock bands on the scene today. Punky, intelligent and an explosive live act, their songs dive deep into the psyche of what it is to be young.

Lastly, Pistol Daisys are storming the alt-pop scene with a fierce energy that’s quickly earned them a devoted following, blending Glasgow’s vibrant grit with heartfelt authenticity to create music that captivates fans across Scotland all the way to Europe. Their live shows convey a whirlwind of raw emotion and authentic connection, thrilling audiences and filling venues with a sound thatblends confessional songwriting with dance-oriented hooks, drawing comparisons to bands like Blondie and mixing pop, rock and electronic elements.

‘The Wheels In Motion Tour’ showcases three unique bands that although different musically, share a common goal to fire up their engines and hit the road, taking their music to hot and sweaty venues, as it was intended to be heard and felt. All three bands will have new music coming this year as they continue to grow and develop, pushing their sounds in new and thrilling directions.

Stories from the road…

The Jacques:

“We were on the home stretch of a long tour through Europe, having been left stranded by our now ex-tour manager in Milan because of our bad behaviour. Our new TM was driving us back to Calais when we noticed a burning smell, one of the tyres had completely melted. We pulled up and called for help. We went looking for food, but the walk was rural and long. As we crossed the French fields, no less than 7 spaniels came running towards us looking unusually vicious. Then we heard gun shots. 7 farmers emerged from the bushes, each shooting a rifle into the air. We had been WARNED… then for some reason our TM turned up in a Lamborghini.”

The Sukis:

“The last night of our tour, back in Liverpool, we had people from everywhere – Ireland, Scotland, France, Romania. They all turnedup in ties! Ties! And lots of gifts…the efforts fans make is incredible!”

Pistol Daisys:

“Always the three of us in a car…. claustrophobic, the smell of body odour, banter and camaraderie always prevails, we’ve never had more fun!”

Follow ‘The Wheels In Motion Tour’ at the following dates in September.

2nd Sept Birmingham Hare & Hounds 2

3rd Sept Sheffield Sidney & Matilda

4th Sept Manchester Factory251

5th Sept Huddersfield Amped

6th Sept Leeds Lending Room

9th Sept Glasgow Stereo

10th Sept Newcastle Think Tank

11th Sept Liverpool Arts Club Loft

12th Sept Nottingham Bodega

13th Sept Brighton Komedia 2

18th Sept Southampton Joiners

19th Sept London Dingwalls

20th Sept Norwich Waterfront Studio

24th Sept Tunbridge Wells The Forum

25th Sept Guildford Boileroom

26th Sept Bedford Esquires

27th Sept Hitchin Club 85

Tickets available HERE from 10am Wednesday April 22nd.

Find The Jacques online HERE

Find The Sukis online HERE

Find Pistol Daisys online HERE