Millie Manders and The Shutup expand UK tour with special London double header
Millie Manders and The Shutup have announced a second London date on their upcoming Back To The Futour Spring 2026 UK headline tour, after overwhelming demand saw tickets for the first show snapped up quickly.
The band will now play two consecutive nights at The Lower Third in London, transforming the shows into a unique mini-residency celebrating both of their studio albums.
Two nights, two albums
Each London show will feature a full-album performance, alongside additional deep cuts from the band’s catalogue.
The Thursday 23 April show will see the band perform their debut album Telling Truths, Breaking Ties in full. Support on the night comes from All Ears Avow, described as delivering “pop riffs for emo kids”, alongside Bugeye, who bring a blend of “dirty guitars and disco beats”.
On Friday 24 April, the band will switch things up by performing their second album Wake Up, Shut Up, Work in full. All Ears Avow return as support, while the second opener remains under wraps — though the band promise it’s an act fans “will also love”.
Speaking about the shows, frontwoman Millie Manders shared her excitement:
“We are SO EXCITED to be doing a mini residency with Lower Third in April, playing our albums in full on consecutive nights with bands we love. Come one, come all. This is going to be special; as special as Dingwalls last year and we CANNOT WAIT.”
A tour gaining momentum
The expanded London run forms part of a wider UK headline tour that will take Millie Manders and The Shutup across the country throughout April and May.
Known for their electrifying mix of punk, ska and rock — powered by Manders’ commanding vocals and the band’s punchy horn-driven arrangements — the group have steadily built a passionate following.
Recent years have seen the band appear on major festival stages including Slam Dunk, Beautiful Days and Rebellion, while earning strong support from BBC Introducing, Radio X and the UK music press.
Back To The Futour 2026 UK tour dates
April
Wed 08 – Southampton, Joiners *
Thu 09 – Plymouth, Junction *
Fri 10 – Bristol, Thekla *
Sat 11 – Liverpool, Rough Trade *
Wed 15 – Edinburgh, Bannermans *
Thu 16 – Darlington, Forum *
Fri 17 – Nottingham, Rescue Rooms *
Sat 18 – Manchester, Club Academy *
Wed 22 – Dover, Booking Hall **
**Thu 23 – London, Lower Third ***
**Fri 24 – London, Lower Third ****
Sat 25 – Norwich, Waterfront Studio **
Wed 29 – Coalville, Bikers Pub **
Thu 30 – Northwich, Salty Dog **
May
Fri 01 – Newcastle, Cluny 1 **
Sat 02 – Leeds, Key Club **
* with Death Trails
** with All Ears Avow
*** with All Ears Avow + Bugeye
**** with All Ears Avow + special guest TBC
Tickets available from www.millie-manders.com
Punk with purpose
Fronted by Millie Manders and rounded out by Joe Quigley (guitar), Georgina Boreham (bass) and Pete Wright (drums and samples), the band have become known for their emotionally charged songwriting and socially conscious ethos.
Their lyrics tackle themes ranging from heartbreak and anxiety to environmental catastrophe and political unrest, while their commitment to sustainability — including eliminating plastic packaging from merchandise — reflects a band determined to make a difference beyond the stage.
With the Back To The Futour gaining momentum and the London residency promising something truly special, Millie Manders and The Shutup continue to cement their place as one of the UK’s most compelling punk acts.
