“Putting the swagger back into UK rock n’ roll, The Hot One Two are an act you need to be checking out” ( BBC Introducing ).

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Hailing from Cambridge, The Hot One Two is a four-man unit built on a foundation of bone-shaking riffs and pure swagger. With Nick Blackburn on bass and Joe Chivers on drums locking down a rhythm section that hits like a freight train, the band delivers a relentless, no-frills rock assault. The fire is fueled by Nick Manners' searing lead guitar and the raw power of frontman Simon West, a combination that turns every live show into a full-blown demolition derby. This is rock and roll, stripped down and turned up to eleven.

 

Following the successful release of two EPs, the band's momentum culminated in their debut album, Superbia, in November 2023. The critically acclaimed concept album, exploring the seven deadly sins, featured the Planet Rock's track of the week 'The Fray' and cemented the band as a force to be reckoned with. A successful UK tour with Welsh rockers Scarlet Rebels further solidified their reputation. 

 

"The Hot One Two aren’t messing about when it comes to flying the flag for rock ’n’ roll”. (Jace Media)

So far, 2025 has been a monumental year for The Hot One Two. The band have electrified festival stages across the UK, captivating new audiences with their explosive live performances. Amidst this whirlwind of activity, they've been hard at work behind closed doors, channeling that raw energy into their most ambitious project yet: the brand new album, 'Virtues'. This record is a powerful statement, pushing the band's sound to new heights and delving into themes that will resonate long after the music stops.

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The Hot One Two are currently on a UK tour celebrating the launch of their powerful new album, Virtues. Catch the band live as they deliver their signature brand of high-energy, hard-hitting rock and showcase the anthemic tracks from Virtues on stages across the country.