Declan Welsh & the Decadent West
/ Koala Disco

Declan Welsh & the Decadent West

Indie rock, punk and folk that are both raw and melodic. New album '2' in September!

TIMETABLE
/ 07.30 pm: doors
/ 08.15 - 08.45 pm: Koala Disco
/ 9.15 pm - 10.30 pm: Declan Welsh & The Decadent West

For fans of

The Reytons, DMA's, Circa Waves, The Futureheads, Catfish and the Bottlemen

Declan Welsh & the Decadent West

DWDW is a Glasgow-based band known for their intelligent lyrics, catchy hooks, and electrifying live performances. Led by Welsh, the band has already achieved critical acclaim with 4 EPs and 1 Album, earning them a Scottish Album of The Year Award nomination for their debut, "Cheaply Bought Expensively Sold." They have toured extensively, performing at renowned festivals like Glastonbury, Isle of Wight, and TRNSMT, and have gained a reputation as the "Future of Scottish Rock Music." Their music has received radio play and media features, including collaborations with various creatives.

Their highly anticipated second album, titled "2," is set for release on September 22nd. The album reflects the band's expanded horizons, drawing inspiration from Radiohead's "In Rainbows" era and 1980s New Romantic electronic music. It combines introspective songwriting with lush harmonies and intricate instrumentals, showcasing a more mature sound. The album explores themes of self-doubt, isolation, and global conflict, while also incorporating moments of humor, hope, and love.

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Koala Disco

Koala Disco is a bedroom recording project from Niels Tuijaerts. Long story short: minor producing efforts versus ambitious songwriting. 

Supported live by his friends, they bring a fresh mix of pupil-dilating Psychedelic Rock and manic Post-Punk, often with a progressive approach whilst drawing tons of influence from contemporary Kraut. An eclectic and dynamic sound that makes for an explosive and energetic live experience that’ll make you wanna throw yourself around the room. 

At the end of 2021 they were voted winners by the audience at the finals of Sound Track in the Muziekodroom in Hasselt. They were also allowed to participate in the first round of Humo’s Rock Rally 2022. Also, they were selected for ‘Trap Het AFF!’ Lastly, they’ve already enjoyed praise from Proximus by being labeled ‘artist of the week’. 

Listen to their debutalbum “Tickling the Dragon’s Tail”.

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