Gloin

About

Gloin “make driving, dark post-punk” (BrooklynVegan), adding noise rock and industrial elements to their music as they tackle themes of bewilderment, dread and anger. Using bombastic rhythmic constructs, savvy arrangements and fervid melodies, the Toronto outfit put forth solemn tracks about perseverance and self-determination that are cleverly subverted through sarcastic commentary, courtesy of their sense of humor. For things to come, the four-piece continue to refine their unique sound by way of All of your anger is actually shame (and I bet that makes you angry), a new raucous offering scheduled for March 28th, 2025 via Mothland.

Formed in 2018 by John Watson (guitar, vocals), Vic Byers (bass, vocals), Simon Kou (drums, vocals) and Richard Garnham (synthesizers, guitar), the project was at the onset a means for the longtime friends to convey their shared passion for engaging and visceral live performance. Over the years, Gloin embarked on a handful of North American tours, performing at noteworthy events such as SXSW, Freakout Fest, New Colossus, Sled Island, Treefort Music Fest, West Fest, and FME, while also sharing the stage with international acts such as Snapped Ankles, Osees, Amyl & the Sniffers, Brian Jonestown Massacre, A Place to Bury Strangers, Orville Peck, Moon Duo, and Night Beats.

Presented by JOY..

This is an 18+ event