The Cribs

Formed in Yorkshire by brothers Gary, Ryan and Ross Jarman, The Cribs have been a steady fixture of British indie since the 2000s. Their raw, garage-leaning sound and DIY ethic shaped early standouts like Hey Scenesters!, Mirror Kissers and Men’s Needs, laying the groundwork for a catalogue that balances punk urgency with sharp hooks. A chapter with Johnny Marr on Ignore the Ignorant broadened their range without blunting their edge, and Night Network marked a return to independence with brighter, more direct songwriting. On stage, the trio keeps it lean and unvarnished, trading riffs, ragged harmonies and punchy rhythms with zero fuss.

Across their setlists, The Cribs often weave fan favourites with deeper cuts, tracing a clear line from scrappy beginnings to recent material. It’s a live format that underlines what has kept the band moving forward: a knack for melody, a restless tempo, and a straight-talking approach that leaves space for the songs to carry the room.

The Cribs play Circolo Magnolia in Novegro-Tregarezzo, Italy, on 11 April 2026.