Vona Vella Instore & Signing

After supporting Peter Doherty at his sold out outstore last year, Vona Vella are heading back to Nantwich! Join us for a special in-store event celebrating the release of Carnival, the band's brand new album.

In their new album, Vona Vella delves into darker themes compared to their wistful indie-pop self-titled debut album (2023). Their first album was created while the band's co-founders, Izzy Davis and Dan Cunningham, were still living at home. In contrast, the upcoming album was conceived during their initial, uncertain steps into adulthood, with the duo residing in three different places: their base in Nottingham, a year in London, and a period back in their hometown, Loughborough. “We were always moving and not really settling,” Izzy explains, “but being OK with it.” Dan adds, “We were living out of bags for two years, but that was an inspiration for writing. Because to be honest, we just ran out of money!” The album's title emerged from these chaotic experiences. “Carnival, it’s like in life, you’re going round in circles and everything’s kind of blurry,” says Izzy. “But it’s really colourful, really beautiful as well.” “You’re enjoying the ride,” Dan remarks, “but you’re not sure what’s really going on!”

Vona Vella are signed to shop favourites Strap Originals and have been championed by Radio 1, BBC 6 Music and John Kennedy at Radio X, supporting The Libertines, Tim Burgess and Hak Baker on tour. Vona Vella own and run a DIY music venue in Nottingham where they make regular live appearances. In October, the band warmed up for the following live dates with a gig on a barge trip down the River Trent, with a handful of fans handpicked to join them.

This intimate in-store performance offers a rare chance to hear songs from the new album up close, and to celebrate the album release with the band. One not to be missed.