el moono the waking sun
el moono the waking sun

El Moono Announces UK Tour Dates in Support of Debut Album 'The Waking Sun'

Post-metal band El Moono is hitting the road in the UK to promote their first album, The Waking Sunreleased through Lockjaw Records. The album has already garnered praise, with Metal Hammer giving it an impressive 8/10 rating.

The Brighton-based quartet will be touring with Author & Punisher, making festival appearances, and headlining various shows in the coming months. Here are the upcoming tour dates:

  • Jul 13: Nottingham Mangata Festival
  • Aug 12: Brighton Chalk (supporting Author & Punisher)
  • Aug 13: London New Cross Inn (supporting Author & Punisher)
  • Aug 14: Manchester Bread Shed (supporting Author & Punisher)
  • Sep 19: St Albans The Horn (headline)
  • Sep 20: Nottingham JT Soar (headline)
  • Sep 21: Leicester Crowded Festival
  • Sep 22: Manchester Love Day (headline)
  • Oct 19: Rugby West Indian Club (headline)

Tickets for the shows are available here.

El Moono expressed their excitement about connecting with fans during their headline tour earlier this year and are looking forward to hitting the road again. They will be performing alongside Author & Punisher and Ken Mode, promising a memorable experience for their audience.

The band's latest single, 'Marionettes,' can be listened to below:

Recorded at Middle Farm Studios with Sam Conevey, The Waking Sun showcases a darker and more mature side of El Moono. Following their well-received Temple Corrupted EP, the band has been making waves in the British underground scene, drawing praise from Metal Hammer, Kerrang!, and Guitar World.

With a blend of rock, hardcore, metal, and grunge influences, El Moono's unique sound is characterized by off-kilter riffs, emotive melodies, and expressive lyrics. Their music defies easy categorization, offering a fresh take on the metal genre.

For more information and updates, visit El Moono's website and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.


Tracklist for 'The Waking Sun':

  1. Dawn
  2. Illusionist
  3. The Waking Sun
  4. The Charm
  5. Haunting
  6. Chains
  7. The First Man On Mars
  8. Orbit
  9. Phantom
  10. Screw Loose
  11. Marionettes
  12. Soul Eclipse
  13. Dusk