Meet The 355’s: Brit-pop grit meets soul-soaked melody – Chart-topping, charitable, and unstoppable.”

“UK quartet The 355’s burst onto the scene in 2023 with their Swan-song of fuzzed-up guitars, soulful harmonies, and stadium-sized choruses. Their debut EP ‘Jig-A-Jig-Out’ hit #11, and they’ve kept the pedal down with emotionally potent singles like ‘Always You’ and the charity-driven anthem ‘Sometimes’. Produced by Brit-pop legend Nick Brine, praised by Noel Gallagher, and fierce live storytellers—The 355’s are making waves with heart, grit, and g

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The 355’s — Artist Profile

interview included in the show link below on Duggys Atomic Dustbin #154

1. Background & Formation

• Band Origin: Formed in 2023, The 355’s are a UK guitar-driven rock band rooted in 90s guitar bangers and Northern Soul grooves.THE SONGBIRDmaximumvolumemusic.com
• Members & Roles:
  • Adam Thompsett – Vocals & Guitar
  • Craig Lockwood – Vocals, Guitar & Keyboards
  • Robert “Bert” Hammond – Bass & Vocals
  • Mike Fitchie – Drums (also humorously credited with “Arse Trembler 3000”)THE SONGBIRDmaximumvolumemusic.com

2. Musical Style & Influences

• A powerful blend of Britpop swagger and garage-rock grit, The 355’s have been likened to a mix of Oasis, The White Stripes, and The Black Keys—imagine “Gallagher brothers scrapping with The White Stripes.”RAMzinemaximumvolumemusic.com
• Critically noted for “loud guitars, big melodies, and classic songwriting,” with song textures ranging from fuzz-drenched rave-ups to lush, soulful balladry.RAMzinerealgonerocks.com

3. Discography Highlights & Chart Success

• Debut EP – Jig-A-Jig Out (December 2023): Reached #11 on the official UK physical singles chart.RAMzineOfficial Charts
• Collaborated with producer Nick Brine (renowned for work with Oasis, The Stone Roses, Ash) on that EP.RAMzinemaximumvolumemusic.com
• Singles & EPs include:
  • Jig-A-Jig-Out (2023)
  • Always You (2025)
  • Stuck in the Riverbed (2024)
  • I Can See You (2025)
  • Sometimes (Single, July 2025)Apple Music – Web PlayerFlip Flop Records

4. Notable Performances & Collaborations

• Live shows:
  • Sold-out January 2024 show at The Water Rats, London, supporting Nigel Clark (Dodgy) and Sahaji.maximumvolumemusic.comClick Roll Boomthe355s.com
  • Performed across the UK, including Festival Too in July 2025.the355s.comLynn News
• Charity tie-ins: Their Sometimes release (July 2025) was a collaboration with the 8:56 Foundation to support men’s mental health; all EP proceeds benefit the charity.THE SONGBIRDLynn News

5. Press Mentions & Media Highlights

• Noel Gallagher praised their live potential, saying, “I bet they sound f***ing awesome live,” on the Matt Morgan Podcast.THE SONGBIRD+1
• Critics call the Jig-A-Jig-Out EP “gutsy,” “fuzz-soaked,” and “highly recommended,” highlighting its energetic mix of retro rock, soulful melody, and swagger.realgonerocks.com

6. Social Media “Vibe”

• Promoted via YouTube and social platforms with a clear emphasis on indie authenticity, energetic performance, and emotional storytelling.YouTubeTHE SONGBIRD

7. Recurring Themes in Lyrics & Tone

• Massive choruses, raw emotion, with lyrics that sometimes explore vulnerability (Sometimes), nostalgic longing(Always You), or boisterous rock attitudes (Jig-A-Jig-Out, Piss On My Party).THE SONGBIRDrealgonerocks.comApple Music – Web Player

Top Tracks (by popularity and impact)

Based on streaming, press visibility, and catalog highlights:

1. Jig-A-Jig-Out
2. Always You
3. Stuck in the Riverbed (Orchestral Mix)
4. Sometimes
5. I Can See YouApple Music – Web PlayerFlip Flop Records

Featured Media

• YouTube: A glimpse of their aesthetic and sound through their official visuals and live clips on their YouTube channel.THE SONGBIRDYouTube
  (Note: No specific YouTube video link was publicly listed, but their channel exists and hosts content.)
• Spotify/Apple Music: Available EPs, singles, and track previews—including Always You, Stuck in the Riverbed, and more.Apple Music – Web Player

Fun, Personalized Interview Question

1. You describe your sound as a mash-up of Gallagher swagger and White Stripes intensity—what would it sound like if you actually got them in the studio together?
2. Jig-A-Jig-Out took off fast—can you walk us through that moment when the EP charted at #11 and how it felt?
3. Collaborating with the 8:56 Foundation on Sometimes is powerful—what’s your personal connection to mental health that inspired it?
4. Noel Gallagher gave you a shout-out—how did hearing that comment affect your confidence or direction?
5. If you could time-warp a performance—where would you play Jig-A-Jig-Out? A packed pub in ’90s Manchester? A modern stadium?
6. When writing Always You, did the lyrics come first or the music—and how did the lake-in-the-video concept come alive?
7. Mixing garage rock, soul, and orchestral elements—from fuzzy guitars to orchestral swells—what keeps your sound evolving?

Professional Interview Questions

1. Producer Nick Brine has a storied track record. How did his approach elevate your sound on your debut EP?
2. Your chart success with the EP—how did you approach marketing and press strategy to capitalize on that momentum?
3. Touring and festivals in your early phase—what’s been your biggest lesson in planning live rollouts?
4. The integration of social issues like men’s mental health—how do you balance activism with artistry?
5. In terms of genre, you’re straddling retro rock and contemporary indie. How do you ensure stylistic cohesion in your songwriting?
6. What tools—analogue, digital, hardware—are you using in the studio to craft your signature sound?
7. Looking ahead, are you envisaging bigger collaborations—swapping the Arse Trembler 3000 for bigger production?

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