Alvarez Kings are a prominent band in the UK music scene who’s most notable performances include some of the most famous music festivals in the world including SXSW festival in Texas, CMJ in NYC, O2 Wireless Festival in Hyde Park and Isle Of Wight Festival.

Famed for their energetic live shows and charismatic performances the self-acclaimed PROGRESSIVE POP band, have been tipped by many as the next big thing to break out of Yorkshire. It is this live show that has garnered them nationwide media attention, with NME magazine describing them as having “bucket-loads of attitude with cut-throat guitar riffs and a gritty charm” and The Guardian newspaper saying “Sheffield’s Alvarez Kings are a must see. Their energetic progressive pop sound will get everyone dancing.”

Their local reputation and success has gained them two major coveted awards. They recently won “Best Band” at the Toast Magazine Awards and “Best Live Band” at the Sheffield Scenester Awards.

Heading into 2013 Alvarez Kings look to capitalise on their success in the US with a mammoth summer long tour on one of America’s biggest tour; the Vans Warped Tour from the 15th July to 4th August 2013.