Local act
Gripper Lee
A big sound, reminiscent of classic 1980s post-punk and goth, delivered with plenty of energy and attitude.
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Sussex based trio Gripper Lee deliver an expansive guitar-led sound, reminiscent of classic 1980s post-punk and goth, delivered with plenty of energy and attitude and packing a few rhythmic and stylistic surprises. A heavy groove of expressive drums and bass provides a solid foundation from which the guitar can really soar, together framing a razor-sharp lyrical wit that rails against the many injustices of the age, always with an eye to the bigger picture.
The band formed in 2022, following the breakup of previous incarnation Gripper Lee 3. Initially a bass and drums duo, they released a debut album ‘So What Do We Know?’ in 2024. The addition of guitarist and producer Justin Saban (ex UK Decay) expanded the sonic possibilities considerably, and after extensive gigging around London and the South East, resulted in a spectacular sophomore album ‘Hymn For A Godless Universe’, released in 2026.
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Line-up
Richie Nice – vocals, bass guitar, Martyn Lee – drums, vocals, Justin Saban – guitar
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