Bloodworm, the next best.

Bloodworm touches on their inspirations from legendary bands like Siouxsie and the Banshees and striving to capture the essence and emotion of the '80s. The trio has received significant acclaim since releasing their debut single last year and it's easy to see why.

Originating from Nottingham, Bloodworm's distinct fusion of Emo and Post-Punk is poised to become the next major sensation from the Midlands. Despite having released just two singles, the band is already making a significant impact and is set to perform at the renowned Splendour Festival later this year. The trio comprises Euan setting the pace on drums, Chris pulling the strings on bass, and George skillfully handling both guitar and vocals, shaping the melody.

Their music features raw lyrics and strong instrumentals. Bloodworm's live shows are becoming infamous for their intense energy and close interaction with the audience Drawing inspiration from bands like The Banshees, they deliver a sound that is somehow fresh and nostalgic.

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To kick things off, I have a rather general question for you. Who is bloodworm?

"Bloodworm is a Nottingham-based, goth-inspired punk band featuring George Curtis on guitar and vocals, Euan Stevens on drums, and Chris Walker on bass."

Your songs belong to an iconic genre, echoing the sounds of bands like "Have a Nice Life" and "Christian Death." What attracts you to this genre and motivates you to create music with such energy and depth?

George: I have always loved this genre and take inspiration from bands like Siouxsie and the Banshees and The Smiths. Rather than strictly following a particular sound, I aim to recreate the feeling those bands evoked in the ’80s. While we’re definitely influenced by certain artists, my focus is more on atmosphere, emotion, and simply making music that feels right to me.

Which albums and individual songs influence your song writing process, and in what ways has the local music scene influenced your sound?

Euan: Lately, I’ve been really into Protomartyr. Their drumbeats, especially in songs like "The Author," are both effective and technically interesting. I also love the Australian band Body Maintenance, who incorporate some really cool gothic punk rhythms, like in "The Spiral."

George: "Metal Box" by Public Image Ltd. and "The Scream" by Siouxsie and the Banshees are big inspirations for me. Those albums really get me in the creative mindset, and I think you can hear their influence in some of our songs.

A goth-punk band is quite a rare discovery in the local music scene. How did the three of you come together, and did you instantly bond over your passion for the genre?

Euan: I met George at a skatepark in our small town, and we bonded over music. That summer, we spent a lot of time in my garden shed studio, making demos and experimenting with different sounds. George had always been a big post-punk and goth fan, but it took a while before that influence fully came through in our music. Eventually, we leaned into it, and when Chris joined on bass, the sound really solidified into what it is now.

Your debut single came out only last year. How did the band react to receiving so much acclaim, and what advice would you give to new bands aiming to get their music noticed?

When we started gigging in Nottingham, it went down really well—there weren’t many goth-punky bands around at the time, so people really connected with what we were doing. The reception has been amazing, and we’ve built a great following both in Nottingham and beyond.

As for advice, we’re still figuring things out ourselves, but the biggest thing is to just keep going. Play as many live gigs as you can, keep jamming, and record demos to send out to promoters. A lot won’t reply, but some will, and that’s what makes the difference. For us, it’s led to some great support slots and headline shows across the country, so putting yourself out there really does pay off.

You're performing in London in April. Will your fans get to hear any new songs at this concert?

Yeah, we’ve got some stuff in the works! We like trialing new songs at gigs to see how the audience reacts, so we’ll see what happens.

In 2024, you released two back-to-back singles. Should we anticipate a new EP or album in 2025?

Who knows? Wait and see!

To conclude, I have one more general question. What is the future for Bloodworm?

We’re back in the studio, working on a bunch of new tracks. We’ve got some exciting shows coming up, including Focus Wales and Splendour Festival alongside big names like Echo & The Bunnymen and Jake Bugg. Plus, we’ve got gigs up and down the country and a lot of unannounced stuff in the works—it’s looking really exciting!

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