Thumpers
| Company type | Indie pop duo |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2011 |
| Headquarters | London , England |
| Products | Music recordings, live performances |
Thumpers was an indie pop duo originating from London, formed towards the end of 2011. Their first track, titled "Sound of Screams," debuted online in April 2012, followed by a sold-out performance at the Sebright Arms in Hackney that September.
History
Marcus Pepperell and John Hamson Jr., childhood companions and former members of alternative indie groups Antihero and Pull Tiger Tail, came together again in 2012 after their previous band disbanded due to disputes involving management and record labels. Following the breakup, Hamson took on drumming duties with Noah and the Whale and subsequently played bass and percussion for Friendly Fires during their global tour supporting the Pala album. During this time, the pair began exchanging ideas remotely, which led to the creation of Thumpers' earliest material.
Their debut single, "Dancing's Done," was released in February 2013 as a limited edition on rose-tinted vinyl and cassette via the Paradyse Records and Kissability Records imprints under Transgressive Records. The track achieved B-list rotation on BBC 6 Music and garnered substantial airplay on BBC Radio 1, Xfm, and Amazing Radio. Vocal contributions from Pepperell's sisters are featured throughout all their recordings.
On 28 October 2014, Thumpers unveiled "Devotee," a single featuring actress Jena Malone, which was part of the "Together" EP released on 9 November 2014.
Following a two-year break, they made a comeback with the single "Gargantua" on 23 November 2016, simultaneously announcing plans for a sophomore album slated for release in 2017.
On 15 February 2018, Thumpers declared their disbandment, culminating in a farewell show at The Lexington in London on 23 February. Alongside this announcement, they released the EP titled "Life All In."
Live performances
The duo's live shows are augmented by a rotating ensemble of musicians to enrich their stage presence. They have shared performances with prominent artists such as Slow Club, Two Door Cinema Club, Chvrches, Kwes., MS MR, and July Talk.
Discography
- "Dancing's Done EP", Paradyse Records/Kissability Records (4 February 2013)
- "Unkinder EP", Transgressive Records (3 June 2013)
- Galore, Sub Pop (US)/True Say! Recordings (UK) (2014)
- "Together EP", (9 November 2014)
- Whipped & Glazed, True Say! Recordings (1 September 2017)
- "Life All In EP", True Say! Recordings (23 February 2018)