As their quest for the Soul of Albion continues onward – MAN THE LIFEBOATS – make a port of call at the hidden gem of Somerstown. 

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A crossroads for salty seafarers and landlubbers alike, this latest single is dedicated to a sometimes overlooked patch of London that is as glorious as it is notorious. Written in 2018, Somerstown creates a patchwork of true stories and weaves a tale of riots and boys in blue; kids on motorbikes and men off their heads; while also saluting its local institutions, some of which are holier than others…

As frontman Rich Quarterman explains:

“Somerstown, or Somers Town, as it should be written, is a love song to an oft-forgotten London quarter. Nestled in between the twin termini of Kings Cross and Euston, it is a rich, colourful tapestry of streets, bars, laundrettes and storage facilities. Schools, churches, mosques, motels, taverns and funeral parlours all vie for space in-amongst the graffiti-strewn concrete estates. It’s a place that is dear to our hearts, as the band have lived, worked, played and drank here for many years, just like the Pogues did all those years ago.”

They’ve also announced several tour dates, with a date at West Witton Village Hall on November 19th and Hepworth Live in Holmfirth on November 20th.