Hope & Social
Hope & Social.. eight passionate musicians who pour their heart and soul into creating exuberant, high-energy tunes that have earned them the title of one of the UK’s hardest-working and most beloved bands. Over the past decade, they’ve been winning over the hearts of gig-goers with their signature mix of pure joy, electrifying performances, and infectious enthusiasm.
A Hope & Social gig is an unforgettable spectacle, where chaotic moments seamlessly blend with stunning musicianship. Built on a foundation of some of the finest songs you’ll ever hear, each performance is spiced up with a healthy dose of Northern wit and self-deprecating humour. With a powerhouse three-piece horn section and intricate five-part harmonies, they produce a massive sound that spans genres, drawing influence from soul, indie, folk, disco, and art rock. Prepare to sing, dance, and grin so widely that your face will hurt. Imagine Dexys Midnight Runners, think The Hold Steady, or picture the most groovy, lively bar band you can imagine—Hope & Social is all of this and more.
Over the last 15 years, the band—often affectionately referred to as “Yorkshire’s own E-Street Band”—has toured extensively across the UK, earning rave reviews from fans, new listeners, and critics alike. From intimate folk clubs in the deepest corners of the South to the vast expanse of the Leeds Arena, they’ve been thrilling audiences of all sizes.
Hope & Social are a band that throws itself wholeheartedly into every performance and perfectly bridges the gap between the stage and the audience. Anthemic songs, infectious melodies and a formidable live experience.
“Rousing, joyous” – The Guardian
“a big sound from this impressive outfit…inspired, anthemic, great” – Q magazine
“Brilliant, uplifting and inclusive. That was amazing, here’s your cheque” – Michael Eavis, Glastonbury Festival