Hailing from Liverpool, Courting are an indie rock band that have been steadily building up an audience. Known for their energetic performances and catchy tunes, the band has quickly garnered a dedicated following and critical acclaim.
Founded by a group of friends with a shared passion for music, Courting’s lineup includes a talented ensemble of musicians who bring a unique mixture of influences to their sound, with hints of Yard Act and Arctic Monkeys in their blender.
The band gained early recognition with their debut single, Not Yr Man which showcased their knack for crafting memorable melodies and clever wordplay. Subsequent releases have solidified their reputation as one of the most promising acts to emerge from Liverpool in recent years.
Courting’s live shows are a testament to their growing popularity, with the band frequently performing at festivals and venues across the UK and beyond.
In an industry often dominated by fleeting trends, Courting stands out for their passion for music and dedication to their craft.
We caught up with the band for a 13 Questions feature. Read on to find out more about number rounding and the consequences of wasp stings.
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1. Where are you and what are you doing?
Courting: “Liverpool. Absolutely nothing.”
2. When did you last make yourself do something you didn’t want to?
C: “Currently trying to venture outside the house with the level of snow around Liverpool currently”.
3. When did you last get into an argument?
C: “At one point on the previous Courting tour, we got into a heated debate about number rounding.”
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4. What is your earliest memory?
C: “For me, I remember losing a sack race, because there was a wasp stinging my leg. That might not be the earliest but It’s probably one of the best.”
5. What is the last album you listened to?
C: “Jeffery by Young Thug.”
6. When did you last consider quitting social media?
C: “Today.”
Lust for Life, Or: ‘How To Thread The Needle And Come Out The Other Side To Tell The Story’7. What’s the best night out you’ve ever had?
C: “We played a festival in Majorca, headlined by the Black Eyed Peas. They closed the set on I Gotta Feeling. Truly transcendental.”
8. Vinyl, CD, MP3 or Streaming?
C: “I love streaming as a consumer, big CD guy also for sure.”
9. What is your favourite view?
C: “Any overly sized city at sunset from a distance.”
10. When did you last shout at the TV?
C: “When I watched the end of the final season of Twin Peaks.”
11. What was the first gig you went to?
C: “My earliest was Olly Murs. Echo Arena.”
12. Did you have any hobbies as a kid?
C: “I was big into theatre, which I guess explains the whole last album.”
13. Thanks for taking the time to answer our questions. Is there anything else you’d like to say?
C: “Thank you so much! Hope you all have the time to tune into our new album when it’s out in March.”
Courting tour dates:
- Saturday, March 15: Belgrave, Leeds
- Monday, March 31, The Grove, Newcastle
- Tuesday, April 1: SWG3, Glasgow
- Thursday, April 3: The Bodega, Nottingham
- Friday, April 4: Gorilla, Manchester
- Sunday, April 7: Thelka, Bristol
- Monday, April 8: Mama Roux, Birmingham
- Tuesday, April 9: Oslo, London
Lust for Life, Or: ‘How To Thread The Needle And Come Out The Other Side To Tell The Story’ is out March 14 via Lower Third / PIAS. Pre-order from Bandcamp.
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