NEWS: SHANGHAI TREASON Release New Single “Devil’s Basement” & Release Tour dates

27th November 2019 admin

SHANGHAI TREASON‘s debut single ‘Devil’s Basement’ is out now on Kycker Recrods.

Singer Sam Christie stated “It’s a fierce firecracker of a debut, marking our intent early on; we’ve been working on this project for the best part of a year so to finally have it come into the light is a total joy!”

“Lyrically the song is about those nights out which get a bit out of hand, where it feels like anything is possible! We hope to have a few of those whilst on tour for Musicians Against Homelessness this December. Join us!”

Shanghai Treason are a new Yorkshire based folk punk five-piece who plan to traverse the darker, heavier, side of the genre. Expect a breakneck performance complete with banjo, accordion and a hard hitting rock rhythm section. On tour this December in partnership with Musicians Against Homelessness; raising money for Crisis Homeless charity this Xmas.

Wed 18 Sneaky Pete’s Edinburgh
Bands performing: Shanghai Treason, PYRO, Chris Greig & The Merchants

Sat 21 Jacaranda Club Liverpool
Bands performing: Shanghai Treason, Maddie Stenberg, Jasmin Nash

Sun 22 West Street Live Sheffield
Bands performing: Shanghai Treason plus support (Free Entry!)

Sat 28 The Fulford Arms York
Bands performing: Shanghai Treason, Lyon Estates, Sisters & Brothers

Sun 29 The Crofters Rights Bristol
Bands performing: Shanghai Treason, Cut Throat Francis, The Malarkey

Tickets available from: www.tickets.partyforthepeople.org

About Musicians Against Homelessness:

Alan McGee is teaming up with local bands in the UK as part of the Musicians Against Homelessness #MAH2019 campaign to raise money for the homeless charity Crisis.

Rock and pop stars including Shaun Ryder, Cast, James, Dodgy and many more have got behind the cause, which looks set to have an even bigger impact this year. Brian Mcfadden and Keith Duffy’s Boyzlife, Scouting For Girls, The Hoosiers and Neville Staple Band are just a few of the artists who’ll be taking to MAH stages in support.

Former Oasis guru Alan McGee launched the campaign in 2016. Since then more than 1000 bands have played over five hundred MAH benefit gigs around the UK.

Alan McGee said: “The support has been tremendous and inspiring and it’s fantastic that so many quality bands have come forward” “Although our primary concern is to combat the scourge of homelessness it is vital that the MAH gigs also give up-and-coming combos a chance to play to larger audiences.”

Alan McGee said: “The response has been incredible and the campaign has gone from strength to strength.

Happy Mondays and Black Grape star Shaun Ryder said: “To see so many people in this day and age homeless and hungry is unbelievable. This is not Victorian Britain!” “As usual it’s the people who are not in a position to speak for themselves or be heard who get left behind and ignored.” “It’s become so common to see homeless people on the streets that maybe it’s not a shock when you walk past. Or maybe it’s so shocking that you have to look away, and try not to think about it?”

Ryder, went on: “The sad thing is, it’s not the public’s problem, but they’re the ones most likely to actually help the homeless than anyone in government. “I’ve been through some difficult times in my life, but fortunately I’ve always had a roof over my head.” “If I found myself in a desperate and vulnerable position where I’d have to trust the decisions being made in Parliament, I’d be seriously worried.”

John Power, lead singer with Cast, said: “It’s great to be asked to be involved with the Musicians Against Homelessness campaign again.” “With so many ongoing problems in the world today it’s sometimes easy to forget the ones in which you come face to face with everyday in the towns and cities up and down the UK.” “Homelessness is a massive problem and one we can’t just step over and ignore.” “Let’s help bring awareness to the ever increasing problem of homelessness on our streets today.”

Alan McGee said: “The homeless situation in the UK is sickening and shocking but there is a growing awareness of the desperation people at the bottom have to endure, thanks to the musicians who back us.”

This year’s MAH gigs will run throughout the year, from local venues to festival main stages.

Jon Sparkes, Chief Executive of Crisis, said: “I’m delighted that Musicians Against Homelessness will be supporting Crisis again this year with what promises to be an even bigger and better programme of gigs and events.”, “Homelessness remains an unsolved problem across the UK, so your help and support is much needed, and greatly appreciated.”

Alan McGee famously managed Oasis and currently manages The Jesus & Mary Chain , Black Grape, Happy Mondays and Cast, among others.

The maverick businessman believes the MAH campaign also gives new bands a platform, in the way that Rock Against Racism did in the 1970s.

He said: “Music brings us together regardless of politics or social standing. It’s a great leveller and a vital tool for change.”

Singer ‘Sam Christie’ of Shanghai Treason: “It’s fantastic to have the support of Musicians Against Homelessness team for this tour! We’ve been lucky to have so many sensational local bands come forward to be part of the shows in each territory and we’re looking forward to sharing the stage with them whilst hosting some fantastic concerts raising money for a good cause this Christmas’