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 Recorded at Marshall Studio with producer Jason Perry, and mixed and mastered by Blair Crichton from Dead Pony, Wasted On Youth, features Matt and Issey with drummer Noah Riley. It includes the hit singles ‘More More More More’, ‘Today’s Gonna Be Our Day’, ‘Rhythm of Yourself’ and ‘Get A Life’.  The band have honed their craft supporting, and taken inspiration from, legendary figures including Iggy Pop, Sex Pistols, Blondie and The Damned. Wasted On Youth is a life-affirming burst of new wave, punk, indie, and garage, opening with the blistering ‘Get A Life’, a direct strike against the toxic culture of social media negativity. From there, the band dives into the complexities of coming of age. Whether it’s the pressure of academic expectations in ‘Daydreaming’ or the hazy, rehab-bound fantasies of ‘Popstar’, the lyrics reflect a generation caught between societal demands and their own creative instincts.“A lot of pressure is put on young people to know exactly what they want to do in life, which is just unrealistic,” said Matt. The sentiment anchors the title track, ‘Wasted On Youth’, an anthem of self-doubt and the relentless passage of time. Yet, the album isn’t just about the struggle; it’s a rejection of the “small-town mentality” found in ‘Geraldine’ and a fierce defence of individuality in ‘Rhythm Of Yourself’, a track born from the band’s refusal to be moulded by industry trends.From the lockdown-induced frustrations of ‘Newsflash’ to the frantic energy of lead single ‘More More More More’, Wasted On Youth is as much a sonic riot as it is a cerebral one. It concludes with the defiant ‘Today’s Gonna Be Our Day’, a powerful “call to arms” urging listeners to reject apathy and stay informed. Artist: The Molotovs (Mathew Cartlidge & Issey Cartlidge).Tour: ‘Welcome To Urbia’ September 2026Tour locations: Cardiff, Nottingham, Brighton, Glasgow, Newcastle, Sheffield, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Birmingham, London, Belfast, Dublin Ticketing & Direct Link: https://themolotovs.os.fan/Debut album: Wasted On Youth Record label: Marshall RecordsProduction: Produced by Jason Perry; Mixed/Mastered by Blair Crichton (Dead Pony).The Sound: A “chemical compound” of New Wave, Punk, and Indie Sleaze.Core Philosophy: Modernism as progression; optimism through individualism.Tracklist: 1. Get A Life, 2. Daydreaming, 3. More More More More, 4. Come On Now, 5. Nothing Keeps Her Away, 6. Wasted On Youth, 7. Geraldine, 8. Newsflash, 9. Rhythm Of Yourself, 10. Popstar, 11. Today’s Gonna Be Our Day. The Molotovs UK tour dates:Thu 03 Sept 2026 – Tamshed, CardiffFri 04 Sep 2026 – Palais, Nottingham – low availability Sat 05 Sep 2026 – Chalk, Brighton – sold out Thu 10 Sep 2026 – TV Studio, GlasgowFri 11 Sep 2026 – Digital, Newcastle Sat 12 Sep 2026 – Foundry, Sheffield – low availabilityThu 17 Sep 2026 – Beckett SU, Leeds – venue upgradeFri 18 Sep 2026 – Arts Club, Liverpool – low availability Sat 19 Sep 2026 – Academy 2, Manchester – low availability Thu 24 Sep 2026 – O2 Academy 2, Birmingham – low availabilityFri 25 Sep 2026 – O2 Forum, Kentish Town, London – sold out Sat 26 Sep 2026 – O2 Forum, Kentish Town, LondonFri 02 Oct 2026 – Limelight 2, Belfast – venue upgradeSat 03 Oct 2026 – The Button Factory, Dublin – venue upgrade About The MolotovsLondon-based siblings Matt (17) and Issey Cartlidge (19) are The Molotovs, a high-octane duo at the forefront of a burgeoning revival of authentic guitar music. Eschewing the typical path of viral shortcuts, the pair built their reputation the hard way: playing more than 600 shows across the UK’s relentless live circuit. This grueling schedule has transformed them into one of the tightest, most explosive acts in the country. Their debut album, Wasted On Youth (Marshall Records), serves as a fierce rejection of the “lost generation” narrative. Rather than leaning into apathy, The Molotovs champion social optimism, individuality, and a direct call to arms for Gen Z to take up space and stay informed. Recorded at Marshall Studio with producer Jason Perry and mixed by Blair Crichton (Dead Pony), their sound bottles the raw, sweat-soaked energy of their live performances. From the chaotic spirit of ‘More More More More’ to the political urgency of ‘Today’s Gonna Be Our Day’, The Molotovs aren’t just playing rock and roll – they are revitalizing it for a new era. MarshallMarshall unites musicians and music lovers through a shared passion for high-quality sound and built-to-last products. For over sixty years, we’ve amplified the sound of the world’s most talented artists and brought their music to crowds and solo listeners everywhere. That same drive is the foundation of Marshall Records. Our mission is to help fuel the next generation of musicians and provide access to state-of-the-art equipment, a cutting-edge studio, and full label services to help them achieve their full potential. |
