The Dead Reds - The Wild, The Weird & The Godless Album Release Show

The Dead Reds are taking over The Hope & Ruin on 10 July 2026 to celebrate the release of their new album, The Wild, The Weird & The Godless. It is a specific kind of show, as the band has committed to performing the new record in its entirety for the audience. The venue is located at 10-12 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3WA.

The band is a five-piece outfit based in the UK, consisting of Beth Lees on flute, vocals, and percussion, Miles James on harmonica, Max Gibson on lead guitar, Joss Love on drums, and Ollie Holland on bass. They define their sound as "dirty British blues, psych and rock and roll." When describing their approach to music, they say: "The Dead Reds bring the blues kicking and screaming into the modern age. With gritty vocals, filthy fuzz riffs and swampy grooves, this UK outfit channels the spirit of Howling Wolf and turns it up to 11. Their sound is soulful yet aggressive - slide guitar meets distortion, harmonica wails over thunderous drums and every song sound like it was born in a dive bar and raised in a storm."

This description highlights the specific textures they aim for, blending traditional blues elements like the harmonica and slide guitar with the heavier, distorted edges of rock and roll. By playing the new album from start to finish, the band is giving listeners a chance to hear how these specific influences—the swampy grooves and the aggressive, soulful vocals—have been woven together into their latest collection of songs.

The evening is not just about the main set, though. The bill includes support from Vintage Voltage and Ziggy Phoenix, who will be joining the lineup to round out the night. It is a mix of artists for anyone interested in the blues and rock scene. Doors for the event open at 19:00. Tickets are priced at £12.00.