The HARA Celebrate ‘The Fallout’ Release with an Epic Manchester Show
THE HARA’s Manchester show on the 23rd of January at the Deaf Institute felt like a big moment, not just for the band but for everyone packed into the room. With their new album, ‘The Fallout’, released that same day, the atmosphere was charged long before a single note was played. As a hometown show, it carried both excitement and expectation, the kind that sits heavy in the air.
Support came from Paradise Fell, who wasted no time setting the tone for the night. They hit the stage and immediately cut through the background noise, pulling attention away from the bar and straight to the front. Their set moved between open, almost calm passages and sudden heavy drops that landed straight in the chest. Vocals shifted easily from controlled to raw, all delivered with confidence and focus. There was no filler here, just a sharp, well-paced set that warmed the room up fast.
By the time THE HARA took the stage, that energy was already primed. The trio has quickly built a reputation as one of the most exciting heavy bands to emerge from the UK right now, combining emotional, straight-talking lyrics with thick rhythms and constant momentum. That intensity translated instantly live. Frontman Josh Taylor refused to stay locked on the stage, instead he quickly stepped into the crowd and blurred the line between performer and audience. At times, it felt like there was no separation at all, just a single mass of people sharing the same release.
Guitarist Zack Breen added to the chaos in his own way, wearing a fluffy panda bear head while still delivering huge, crushing riffs. It was a strange, playful moment that somehow fit perfectly with the band’s intensity, reminding everyone not to take things too seriously even when the music is heavy. Behind them, Jack Kennedy’s drumming kept everything locked together, driving the set forward with unstoppable force.
The Deaf Institute’s intimate atmosphere only amplified the impact. The new songs sounded heavier and more alive in the room, with the band allowing sections to breathe before pushing the volume back up. The performance felt confident but not overworked, raw without slipping into mess. It was clear how far the band has come since releasing their debut album ‘Survival Mode’ back in 2023, and this show felt like a clear step forward rather than a repeat of past success.
With ‘The Fallout’ now released, THE HARA is hitting the road for a full UK tour, kicking off on 27 February in Preston and sweeping across England, Scotland and Wales. Headline shows will take place in cities including Sheffield, Cardiff and Edinburgh, while the London and Manchester dates offered exclusive previews of what’s to come, celebrating the album’s release. This tour isn’t about distance or spectacle, but it’s about raw energy, honesty and a band fully embracing who they are, right there in the heart of the crowd. Definitely check them out.
