Spires

Spires stand at the vanguard of the UK metal scene, hailing from Manchester and lauded for their epic and progressive approach to heavy music. Drawing from a tapestry of influences across progressive and death metal, their output is known for its technical assurance, sophisticated songwriting, and deft balance between complex arrangements and compelling melody. This artistic vision is evident on their acclaimed album ‘A Parting Gift’, released in September 2018, and their earlier works, including ‘The Whisperer’, ‘Lucid Abstractions’ and ‘Spiral of Ascension’.

The band has consistently impressed critics, with Classic Rock Presents Prog Magazine highlighting the hope Spires represent for British metal, while other reviewers have praised the band's ability to blend technicality with powerful, emotive expression. Their music has been described as intelligent and challenging, offering an experience that is as immersive as it is exhilarating—a true hallmark of progressive metal. Spires’ live shows are equally compelling, inviting audiences to witness the interplay of melodic intricacy and extreme metal energy in real time.

Recent concert appearances have seen Spires on the bill at The Wedgewood Rooms in Portsmouth in June 2025, supporting acts such as The Clause, and at Record Junkee in Sheffield in November 2025 alongside FAIRLY WELL. In May 2026, Spires headline Hasland Club in Chesterfield, demonstrating their ongoing vitality on the live music circuit. For anyone passionate about progressive death metal or live gigs that defy convention, follow Spires and check out their latest tour dates to experience their artistry first-hand.