Brighton-based band CIEL are set to play a headline show at the Hope & Ruin on Queen’s Road next Wednesday night as part of their Europe and UK tour. The dreamy shoegaze alt-pop trio recently released their new EP, ‘Rather Be Alone’, and the lead track ‘Circles’ has been championed by Steve Lamacq on his new afternoon show on BBC 6 Music.

The band have recently supported Pale Blue Eyes and Blood Red Shoes on their respective tours, so it’s great to see them going it alone this time. We’ve been reliably informed by promoter Love Thy Neighbour that the gig is close to selling out, but remaining tickets can be bought here. Support on the night comes from local bands Belmondo and Clean Shirt.

Hope & Ruin, Wednesday 21st February 2024