Fighting with Wire
About
Formed in late 2003, the band has gone through considerable changes, notably going through 5 different bassists and 32 pairs of nags(underbags).
Fighting with Wire have appeared on numerous Public Service Broadcast editions from Smalltown America. They are considered by many locals as a healthy influence on Derry's music scene and have, on numerous occasions agreed to help out with youth projects. They work in close collaboration with the Nerve Centre and recently, band members Cahir and Jamie mentored over 30 teenagers at the Music Hothouse.
The band maintain a strong link with other Derry bands, including Triggerman and Red Organ Serpent Sound. They have recently announced that they will be touring the United Kingdom and Ireland to promote their new album, Man vs Monster. The album was launched on December 1, 2007 at the Nerve Centre in Derry. The band have also appeared on stage at Glasgowbury on numerous occasions.
Having toured extensively and released their first album with Smalltown America, Fighting With Wire gained international recognition through not only national radio station, BBC Radio One, but also online with Shadowglobe. They have subsequently signed a deal with Atlantic Records.
www.fightingwithwire.co.uk