I was meant to write this when I got home after the gig on Saturday, but things happen and I forgot. So, excuse aside. Let me tell you about Gold Cup’s show at the Peer Hat last Saturday night.

I’ve seen them live three times now and every single time they’ve just blown my mind. After Saturday’s show, they blew my eardrums. I’d wear earplugs but I don’t want to show weakness just yet. Also, if you’re not injured after a gig in some way, did you even have a nice time?!

If you care about the music scene in Manchester, you will know that Gold Cup are one of the best around and their live shows are an experience. Their shows will make you move; they’ll make you want to drink 10 pints and move some more. Maybe don’t drink 10 pints because that’s a bit excessive but absolutely move! This isn’t a band you stand still too. They’re a band that truly come alive when you see them live, and any venue they play is lucky to have them. They deserve to be playing to thousands but for a little while, let’s just keep them safe in their home city.

Gold Cup rip through their small but thrilling and powerful discography. Every hit is played, including the more recent one I Feel Incredible, which Dan informs that this is “a song about feeling shit.” Hard relate. On repeat. I love the urgency on this song, and it does make you want to throw shit around and trash some rooms. Do it. The band want you to. Also, respect to Dan for wearing a SPUCKE shirt- really, really great band!

I Wanna Get Kidnapped is one of my favorites and it doesn’t get old seeing this one live. Neither do bops like The Numbers or 8 Ball. They do not have any bad songs, and this just proves that when we get their debut record in our ears, we will be blessed with a masterpiece. Considering the gig was nearly a week ago, my memory isn’t failing me, and I can remember just how loud (and sweaty) the show was. For me, Gold Cup are a band that you HAVE to see live. I’ve only seen them three times, but every time they’ve just been even better, and I am very aware this is a cliched thing to say, but it’s the truth. And I’m no liar!

Gold Cup make the kind of music that you can enjoy whilst wandering the streets or need something to drown out the noise of someone chewing nearby you so you don’t clothesline them or, you just need something to get rid of the heaviness of the world. Their sound is freeing and relatable. The Piss Has Been Taken and Early Bird Special are always a dream to see live, and I hope their fanbase just grows and grows because they deserve it. Manchester is home to some incredible bands, and Gold Cup are evidently one of them.

They’ve supported some amazing bands- especially this year, and I think it shows just how valued and respected they are. There’s something truly special about this band. Seeing them live once won’t just scratch that itch- you’ll probably make a habit out of it.

UP THE CUP!