The Slates and Staf unite British indie and Swedish post-punk at Hängmattan

With roots in the vibrant indie scene in Yorkshire, The Slates have quickly established themselves as one of the most exciting new British guitar bands. The band's journey recently reached Swedish listeners during the Viva Sounds festival, where they first took the tram out to Majorna and then took the stage at Hängmattan. That evening became a milestone and set the tone for The Slates' current tour through Scandinavia, with Viva Sounds serving as the starting point for the band's continued success.

During this tour, The Slates are visiting well-known stages such as Debaser, Live at Heart, RIP in Norwegian Porsgrunn – and are thus returning to Hängmattan on Friday, September 4th. The band is currently riding a wave of renewed interest in British indie pop; their energetic sound sets them apart in the new generation of British guitar bands. With their latest single "Watch It Burn," the group quickly caught the attention of influential listeners like Radio X and Apple Music, cementing their presence on the modern indie scene.

Following their radio breakthrough, The Slates followed up with a sold-out UK tour and an intense festival summer with appearances at, among others, Isle of Wight, Tramlines, and Y Not? festivals. The band's development has been given an extra boost through their collaboration with This Feeling, a management company and promoter well known for its knack for highlighting the future of British guitar music. Industry insiders often say that This Feeling discovers new favorites early on, long before their public breakthrough.

Staf: Sweden's answer to the indie renaissance

As the support act, Staf joins – a band that has become a central part of the new Swedish indie and post-punk scene. This Gothenburg group draws inspiration from both international and local greats like Fontaines D.C., Kent, and The Cure. Their music combines suggestive post-punk tones with emotionally charged indie rock in Swedish – and the lyrics carry a political depth that leaves a strong impression on Swedish listeners.

Staf's steady success is evident in their output: two albums, several EPs and singles, and over 60 gigs around the country. With a growing song catalog and frequent live shows, the band has also built a loyal audience and earned great respect within the Scandinavian alternative scene. They've become a must-see live act for anyone following Swedish post-punk and indie.

The concert at Hängmattan on September 4th looks to be a highlight on both bands' tour schedules. It promises an electrifying clash between British indie power and Scandinavian post-punk, offering a snapshot of two national music scenes that are in strong development. The audience will clearly experience why The Slates are heading toward a major breakthrough at home in the UK and why Staf represents a new, politically aware, and emotionally gripping era of Swedish indie music.

This concert is more than a double bill – it's a meeting place for new musical ideas and young subcultures in motion. As The Slates return to the site of their Swedish debut, and as Staf continues to test their wings on home ground, Hängmattan once again becomes a central stage for the next wave of European alternative music.