Gilla Band

The Irish post-punk group Gilla Band returns to Paris for a series of highly anticipated concerts. Prepare for an intense and singular sonic experience at Trabendo.

Gilla Band, formerly known as Girl Band, is a quartet from Dublin, Ireland, formed in the early 2010s. Composed of Dara Kiely on vocals, Alan Duggan on guitar, Daniel Fox on bass, and Adam Faulkner on drums, the band quickly established itself as a leading figure in the post-punk revival. Their music is characterised by an abrasive and experimental approach, where dissonant guitars blend with relentless rhythms and Kiely's distinctive voice, often treated and saturated. Their debut album Holding Hands with Jamie (2015) was praised for its raw energy and originality, laying the groundwork for their unique sound.

Gilla Band's style draws from the legacy of no wave and noise rock, while infusing it with contemporary sensibility. Their songs are often built on repetitive and hypnotic loops that can tip into controlled chaos at any moment. Their lyrics, often fragmented and abstract, contribute to creating an atmosphere that is both anxious and captivating. Tracks like Why They Hide Their Bodies Under My Garage or Paul are emblematic of their ability to create destabilising and memorable sound landscapes. Their discography also includes The Talkies (2019) and Most Normal (2022), which have continued to explore and refine their singular sonic aesthetic, consolidating their reputation as an innovative and uncompromising group.

Gilla Band's stage reputation is well-established. Their concerts are renowned as physical and immersive experiences where sonic intensity reaches its peak. The group deploys contagious energy, transforming each performance into a cathartic discharge. Audiences can expect to be swept away by the power of their sound, frantic rhythms, and the inhabited stage presence of Dara Kiely. This Paris appearance is an opportunity to discover or rediscover one of the most exciting groups on the current post-punk scene, in the intimacy of Trabendo, a venue that will amplify the impact of their music.

Trabendo, located in the heart of Parc de la Villette, offers an ideal setting for the intensity of Gilla Band performances. Its configuration allows proximity between the audience and artists, fostering direct connection with the group's raw energy.