Sheffield will have its chance to see rising alternative stars, My Passion as they bring their rebellious metallic punk sound to Corporation tomorrow night (26th February).
Four childhood friends; Laurence René (Vocals, Guitar), Jonathan Gaskin (Drums, Vocals, Electronics), John Be (Guitar) and Simon Rolands (Bass, Synth) collectively My Passion, have shot up to the forefront of British underground bands.
However, their story has not begun in the past few months. They emerged from quiet London suburbs back in 2006 and through determination, hard work and most importantly, 'passion' they have racked up around 400 shows so far with a rapid cult fan base emerging that share the same energy and desire as the band.
Despite set backs such as their tour bus exploding and destroying everything but their instruments, the hard work is finally paying off as the band and fans await the release of their first album, 'Corporate Flesh Party' in the Spring.
The album comes after years of support slots from artists such as; Jeffree Star, The Automatic, Kill Hannah and most recently Innerpartysystem. The name 'My Passion' became talked about more and more and despite interest from record labels, the band kept things on their own terms.
'Style Suicide Records', their own record label, allows them to have full creative control, something rarely enjoyed by a lot of bands these days. Their creativity doesn’t just stop at music, with 'My Passion Fashion', their own merchandise brand, being another branch on their multi-talented tree. Its popularity is undeniable with merch stands regularly selling out.
Following recent acclaim from 'Kerrang!' and 'NME' magazine as well as a top 3 spot in the Kerrang best of 2008 Readers Poll and a Number one spot in 'Rocksound' magazine, My Passion are emerging as stars. With a distinctive look and sound coupled with the key word 'passion' they look set to rise to even greater heights.
For tickets to My Passion at Corporation:
http://www.corporation.org.uk/gig.php?gigID=567
or call 0114 276 0262
Tickets £7 adv, doors 7pm
(Support from Freefold and Here's To Tragedy)
Damon Fowler, The Steel Bugle
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