Shonen Knife - CQAF

All female Japanese legends Shonen Knife come to the Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival to celebrate the release of their 20th album.

Formed in Osaka 33 years ago, the trio rose from humble DIY beginnings to joining Nirvana on their Nevermind tour, trailblazing a path for women in music and inspiring legions of bands.

Favourites of Kurt Cobain, John Peel, Thurston Moore, Marc Riley, Gideon Coe, Radcliffe & Maconie, Jonathon Ross & Dan Hegarty the band are arguably the most influential and beloved Japanese rock export.

Live, they are a tight rock machine punching out fast, highly exciting sets of Punk, Pop, Rock & Metal hits coated with a unique life affirming quirky magic that as they fast approach their 1000th gig, shows no signs of fading. As Naoko says 'Let's Rock!'

‘When I finally got to see them live, I was transformed into a hysterical nine-year-old girl at a Beatles concert.’ - Kurt Cobain

‘There are two types of people: those who enjoy thrashy Japanese girl-punk, and those who have something wrong with them.’ - The Independent

‘Ultimately, without using superlatives, Shonen Knife should be set up for life as ambassadors for live music."’- Clash