Modern Woman + Ninush

A London art-rock band led by songwriter Sophie Harris, Modern Woman performs at Hare & Hounds in Birmingham, with Ninush also on the bill.

Modern Woman is a London art-rock band fronted by songwriter Sophie Harris, who began the project as a personal songwriting effort before it grew into a full band. Harris's lyrics draw on literary detail and cinematic atmosphere, examining the darker side of everyday life and the contradictions of womanhood. The line-up also includes David Denyer on violin and composition, Juan Brint-Gutiérrez on bass and saxophone, and Adam Blackhurst on drums. Their debut album, Johnny's Dreamworld, is issued by One Little Independent Records.

The group blends post-punk, avant-garde and folk traditions, setting the harsh edges of folk lyricism against noise that collides with melody. Denyer brings a background in experimental composition and textural sound work. The band worked with producer Joel Burton, whose credits include work with Naima Bock, Katy J Pearson and Vanishing Twin, to capture the raw intensity of their live performances.

Ninush is also on the bill. Hare & Hounds is a Birmingham venue that mainly hosts concerts, with a programme centred on pop, rock and indie music.