The NONE, featuring ex-members of Bloc Party, Cassels & Frauds, have revealed raucous new single ‘At Hope’.

Following their two self-released EPs – ‘MATTER’ & ‘CARE’ – in the last 12 months, the punk quartet are back with their ferocious new 7” release. Limited to a run of 250 hand-numbered vinyl, the single is formed of first cut ‘At Hope’ and B-side ‘In Civic Pride’ and is due out on 20 June 2025 via ZENNOR Records.

Discussing the new track, the band commented, “When naming the song, we were discussing various terms related to poverty. In particular, the ridiculous policy-speak used to sanitise and defang the issue. ‘Economic deprivation’, ‘underprivileged’, ‘economically disadvantaged’ etc…”

“Gordon came across an article about a US senator who wanted to replace the term ‘at risk’ – used to describe poor children – with ‘at hope’. This perfectly encapsulates a toxic neoliberal attitude that centres the problems of poverty on the people experiencing it. The idea that all these kids need is a bit of positivity to be rich and happy is at best delusional and patronising, and at worst incredibly harmful.”

The single is accompanied by an official music video, directed by Tim Mobbs and shot in Birmingham.

“Birmingham’s refuse workers have been on strike since January, resulting in overflowing bins and mountains of trash accumulating across the city,” vocalist Kai says of the video.

“The strike began after the council scrapped a crucial safety role designed to protect both workers and the public. As a result, hundreds of workers are now facing significant pay cuts and threats to their wellbeing. ‘At Hope’ is about growing up skint and how those of us on the breadline are treated by those who have power. Capturing the current situation in Brum seemed fitting for this track.”

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE:

Following their debut shows back in February 2024, THE NONE have quickly built a reputation as a formidable live band – racking up shows with the likes of Mannequin Pussy, Les Savy Fav, Metz and The Jesus Lizard. Kicking off at The Great Escape Festival, where the band play the BBC 6 Music Stage, they are now gearing up for a string of festival appearances over the summer – full details below:

Brighton The Great Escape Festival, 15 May
Catton Bearded Theory Festival, 25
Ipswich Brighten The Corners, 14 June
Peterborough East Angrier Weekender, 12 July
Thirsk Deer Shed Festival, 25

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THE NONE features bassist Gordon Moakes (Bloc Party, Young Legionnaire), vocalist Kai Whyte (Blue Ruth, Youth Man), guitarist Jim Beck (Cassels) and drummer Chris Francombe (Frauds).

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