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Band Timeline

2013

Formation and First EP Release

Boston Manor formed in March 2013 in Blackpool, Lancashire, England, emerging from the members' previous bands as they sought to reinvigorate the limited local music scene. The band name originates from a demo title sent to vocalist Henry Cox by a friend. They released their debut EP Here/Now on July 27, 2013, through Never Mend Records, an independent label based in Virginia, via Bandcamp, establishing their early sound blending emo and grunge influences.
2014

Signing with Failure By Design Records and Driftwood EP

In 2014, Boston Manor signed with Failure By Design Records, which led to the release of their second EP, Driftwood, on October 13. That same year, they collaborated on a split EP with the band Throwing Stuff, released through Aaahh!!! Real Records on March 31. To increase exposure, they toured the UK with Moose Blood in January 2015, continuing to build their profile within the UK punk and emo scenes.
2015

Expansion and Saudade EP

Boston Manor signed with Pure Noise Records in 2015, marking a significant step in their career with a move to a more prominent label. They released their third EP, Saudade, on November 20, featuring a deepening of their sound. Plans to tour the US with bands like Hit The Lights and Seaway in spring 2016 were derailed by visa issues, highlighting early challenges in their attempts to break into the American market.
2016

Debut Studio Album Release and Headlining Tour

On September 30, 2016, Boston Manor announced their debut full-length album, Be Nothing. The album showcased their growth and maturity in songwriting, blending emo with heavier post-hardcore influences. Following the release, they embarked on their first headlining tour across the UK and Europe in November with support from Can't Swim and Wallflower, indicating their rising popularity in the punk rock circuit.
2017

Vans Warped Tour Appearance

The summer of 2017 saw Boston Manor take part in the iconic Vans Warped Tour across the United States. Performing alongside notable punk bands like Alestorm and The Ataris, this exposure was crucial in establishing their presence in the American punk scene and expanding their fan base internationally.
2018

Second Album and Critical Acclaim

Boston Manor released their sophomore album, Welcome to the Neighbourhood, on September 7, 2018. The album was highly praised for surpassing their debut's quality, featuring intensified sound and new musical elements. Kerrang! magazine honored it as Album Of The Week. The release further cemented their status in the British rock and emo scenes, drawing attention for its emotional depth and genre-blending style.
2019

Touring and Festival Performances

The band supported major acts like Good Charlotte and A Day To Remember on European and US tours, respectively. They released the track Liquid featuring John Floreani on June 3, 2019, along with an acoustic version of their hit Halo. Performing at prestigious festivals such as Reading and Leeds for the first time, they also headlined tours in Europe and their first in the US and Canada. An acoustic reimagining of their single England's Dreaming was released in August, showcasing their versatility.
2020

Third Studio Album 'Glue' and Recognition

Boston Manor released their third studio album, Glue, on May 1, 2020. The album continued to develop their sound, blending emo and heavier rock influences with a modern twist. During this time, Kerrang! described them as 'the voice of a new generation,' reflecting the band's growing importance in the contemporary rock landscape and their appeal to newer audiences.
2021

New Label Signing and Touring Plans

In July 2021, Boston Manor announced their signing with SharpTone Records, signaling a new phase in their career with a notable label in the alternative music scene. They also planned a European tour supporting Welsh pop punk band Neck Deep, maintaining their active presence in the live music circuit and continuing to grow their fan base across Europe.

Albums

boston-manor_1st_album
Be Nothing
10 tracks
2016
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Welcome to the Neighbourhood
13 tracks
2018
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GLUE
13 tracks
2020
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Datura
7 tracks
2022
boston-manor_5th_album
Sundiver
11 tracks
2024
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Members

Current

Name
Begin
Occupation

Ash Wilson

N/A

Guitar

Dan Cunniff

N/A

Bass guitar

Jordan Pugh

N/A

Drums (drum set)

Henry Cox

N/A

Lead vocals

Mike Cunniff

N/A

Guitar

Ash Wilson

N/A

Background vocals

Story of Boston Manor

Hailing from Blackpool, Lancashire, Boston Manor emerged onto the UK rock scene in March 2013. Initially self-releasing their debut EP, Here/Now, via Bandcamp`s Never Mend Records, the band quickly gained traction. Their subsequent signing with Failure By Design Records in 2014 for their Driftwood EP cemented their upward trajectory. A pivotal moment arrived in 2015 with their signing to Pure Noise Records, a partnership that yielded the Saudade EP and three critically acclaimed full-length albums: Be Nothing (2016), Welcome to the Neighbourhood (2018), and Glue (2020).

Boston Manor`s sound is a potent blend of emotive intensity and heavier, riff-driven textures, drawing comparisons to 90s grunge and early 2000s post-hardcore. This distinctive style earned them a Kerrang! Awards nomination for Best British Breakthrough in 2018, and Welcome to the Neighbourhood received a nod for Best Album Artwork at the Heavy Music Awards in 2019.

The bands Blackpool origins, as vocalist Henry Cox notes, presented unique challenges: "There isnt much of a music scene in Blackpool," he stated. "We had a little stab at reinvigorating it. When we were 16, 17, 18, we were playing shows with different bands." This early experience clearly fueled their determination and contributed to their eventual success.

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