Midland Railway

Midland Railway play a form of nerdy punk-rock mixed with indiepop, influenced by the likes of Weezer, Bright Eyes, and The Smiths. They are Nick Lote (vocals and guitar), Kat Donohue (bass and backing vocals), Travis Atkinson (drums), Olivia Dee (guitar), and Andy Traverse (guitar). They are based in Manchester, UK. 
They create music that is energetic, catchy, and emotive, with particularly strong melodies. As a lyricist, Nick has an ability to tell stories within songs, often with dark humour, and some exceptionally specific references to his hobbies, interests, and experiences. Some of the more cheerful songs tackle topics such as Pokémon, online football management, and serial killers. In 2025, Midland Railway signed their first record deal and released their long-awaited, self-titled debut album. Its lead single, She Loves Ted Bundy, was a huge hit with independent radio stations around the world.