An underground post-punk artist.
2981 is a post-punk band based in Manchester, England. Comprised of Guy Denis-Bushell, Esme Watts and Elliott C. Forster. Initially formed as a 2 piece group in the street of Manchester's Northern Quarter during the summer of 2023, The songwriting partnership of guitarist/vocalist Guy Denis-Bushell and drummer Esme Watts soon blossomed. The band eventually transitioned into a 3 piece group approximately a year later, with the addition of bassist/guitarist Elliott C. Forster. Known for engaging in hypnotic trance-like live performances, which can occasionally border into a chaotic theatre/performance style. They have since become a mainstay of the Manchester independent music scene.
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2981 plays post-punk music, characterized by driving rhythms and a hypnotic, often chaotic live performance style, emerging from the Manchester independent scene.
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The current members of 2981 are Guy Denis-Bushell, Esme Watts, and Elliott C. Forster.
2981 is a post-punk band based in Manchester, England.
