Two of North Wales’ most exciting emerging acts are joining forces for a night that celebrates the energy, creativity, and DIY spirit of Wrexham’s music scene. Groom The Giant will launch their brand-new EP ‘Old Toby’ with a headline set at NGHTCLB, joined by special guests and local favourites, Fleece.
Groom The Giant, a four-piece grunge rock outfit hailing from Llangollen and Wrexham, have been steadily making their mark with heavy, psychedelic riffs and intense live performances. With appearances at FOCUS Wales, Wrexfest, Llangollen Fringe, and the International Eisteddfod already under their belt, the band are now ready to unleash their latest chapter: their ‘Old Toby’ EP. Known for blending grunge, stoner rock, and Celtic myth-inspired storytelling, their shows are equal parts sonic assault and mystical spectacle.
Groom The Giant keyboard player and vocalist, Taran, describes the band’s latest EP as “a musical journey that continues the efforts to codify the myths and legends of Celtic heritage and magical fiction into a format of loud, danceable grunge; with songs inspired by the plagues of King Lludd (from where the Welsh flag gets its iconic red dragon) and explorations of omnipotence, to tributes to Gandalf’s favourite tobacco.”
Joining them are Wrexham’s own Fleece, a band born from the city’s flourishing grassroots scene. Led by Jamie Hamlington’s folky-yet-funky songwriting, Fleece bring a playful mix of jazzy textures, summery pop sensibilities, and fuzz-driven experimentation. Their recent debut EP, released in summer 2024, has cemented them as one of the city’s most exciting new acts.
Fleece guitarist, Gareth Thomas, said: “This co-promoted night is more than just a gig – it’s a testament to Wrexham’s thriving cultural identity. Music has long been at the heart of the city, from internationally recognised festivals FOCUS Wales and Wrexfest and the rise of internationally acclaimed bands like Neck Deep and The Royston Club, to grassroots DIY nights in city centre venues such as The Parish, Magic Dragon and Tŷ Pawb. Wrexham’s music scene is as diverse as it is dynamic, and events like this continue to prove why the city is one of the UK’s most exciting cultural hubs.”
Tickets are just £5 and are available via https://buytickets.at/groomthegiant. On the door tickets are £6, with a discount on the door for anyone who turns up dressed as a wizard!
