If you want to have an original, intimate feel for a gig – Dead Wax in Birmingham is most definitely the place to be. As you venture to a small room above the bar, it feels like the rest of the world is blocked out and all that is left is you and the music. And then, place Letters to Lions on said stage, and you will be blown away. 

Friday 3rd April 2026 – Dead Wax, Birmingham 

words by Chloe Williams 

Letters to Lions are a Sydney-based indie rock band who released their first single “Following”  back in 2015, followed by the release of their debut EP “Clean Eating” in 2016. Though, after the release of their second EP “Grays Point” in 2017, the band took a 7-year hiatus as the harsh realities of the music industry and touring presented itself to the musicians. But fast forward to 2026, and the band is back together and thriving, seeing an unexpected but incredible response to their comeback. 

While on stage, the band referred to this time apart and the pure shock of playing a show in the middle of a small, sweaty venue in the depths of Birmingham, nevermind selling out their London show and embarking on their UK debut tour so many years later. Mixed with comedy and constant appreciation for the fans, old and new alike, each member brought a whole load of energy to the stage, even as the vocalist took his time to restring his guitar. After all, what is a better sign of a good time than a broken guitar string?

With a mix of new and old tracks, including 2024’s “My Hair Is a Little Bit on Fire” and “Mushrooms” as well as energy extruding classics and personal favourites “Hourglass” and “Concrete Jungle,” the set list proved to get the crowd moving. Standout moments included the high energy of “Malvern Star” and the gritty call and recall method that allowed the crowd to gain a voice. There was no room for a break, and that is the best part of it all. 

With support from local talent Joe Khalique Brown and Heavy Focus, the night was jam-packed with creativity. And this doesn’t just include those on stage, it includes the hosts at @deadwaxdigbeth and the photographers who captured the energy of the event perfectly. From camcorders to digital cameras, there was many tools of creativity that night, and you could still have a perfect view and a chaotic dance as it all took place. This is your sign to seek out your local music venues and buy a ticket to that dead cheap gig you’ve been thinking about. Nothing will compare, or even come close to it. 

Listen to their most recent single “Spare Change” on Spotify now and make sure to follow Letters to Lions on Instagram or other social media platforms to keep up to date on any new releases.