Mantis State

Everyone loves to say they were a fan of Mantis State before they were famous, right? Well, if that’s the case then ‘Heard it Hear First’, terrible pun aside, is your go to destination to discover your new favourite act and keep up to date with the latest and most exciting emerging artists currently on the scene.

Today you can say you heard ‘Into the Sun I’  by Mantis State here first!

First formed at Leeds Conservatoire, Mantis State’s signature sound has been widely praised for meticulously balancing soulful vocals, heavy riffs, warm brass and ambient electronics.

After relocating to London, Mantis State have sold-out shows in venues including Camden’s Jazz Café and Soho’s Spice of Life, and performed at the 2021 Isle of Wight festival.

Their highly anticipated debut EP, Into the Sun draws on an eclectic range of influences, including Metronomy, Supertramp and Tame Impala. Into the Sun tests the boundaries of music, with catchy, melodic riffs and vibrant vocals swirling into complex instrumental sections.