Swallow The Rat (NZ) // Revolver

Swallow the Rat are a post-punk band from Tamaki Makaurau/Auckland, in Aotearoa/New Zealand, by way of Austin, TX. The trio is composed of an alternating dual vocal and angular rhythm section courtesy of drummer/vocalist Hayden Fritchley and bassist/vocalist Stephen Horsley. Guitarist Brian Purington is the band’s secret weapon, coating the music in an effect laden style that is entirely his own.                       

Since forming in late 2017 Swallow the Rat have gained momentum with a whirlwind of activity. Three tours of the USA (performing at SXSW 2019 & 2024 and New Colossus Festival NYC in 2020), a tour of Australia in 2023 and countless shows up and down Aotearoa have earned the band a favourable underground following and coveted support slots with the likes of Arab Strap, June of 44, No Age, Sebadoh, Quicksand and Gang of Four.