Toodles & The Hectic Pity are a beloved folk-infused punk band from Bristol who have been making music together through the first half of their 20’s. Toodles write snappy, percussive punk songs with rich vocal melodies. Their lyrics are crafted with subtle literary hints and playful turns of phrase, tucking existential themes into catchy refrains that cry for sing-a-long. Far from pretentious, their live show is full of contagious energy and enthusiasm. Lyrically, ‘Ghost, Guilt & Grandparents’ is an exploration of loneliness, anxiety, and the nature of familial relationships through time. Despite handling heavy themes, the five song EP is uplifting, carrying you through irresistible, pop riffs and into the beautiful, long build intro of Mountain Man, the EP’s closing track. Produced, recorded live, and mixed by Tim Rowing-Parker at ActionTrack Studio, and mastered by Ed Hall at All Silk Mastering House. Toodles’ 2017 debut EP ‘Call In Sick’ received praise across UK independent music journals with reviews calling them “Indie punk at its finest. This three piece from Bristol came out of nowhere to put out what is in my opinion the best folk punk release of the year.” (Colin’s Punk Rock World) and saying “Their sound, which takes the gentler side of punk without losing the importance of what they are trying to say, is clever and well-balanced. Combining this with power-pop hooks is a masterstroke.” (Thirsty & Miserable Zine). They’re strong players in the local music community, involved in IngleFest and Exchange music venue. Toodles are just getting started and the road before them is wide and wild.

FFO: Jeffery Lewis, ONSIND, AJJ, The Sidekicks, Mountain Goats