The Molotovs are one of the most energetic young bands to break out of London in recent years — a sibling-driven punk/indie force built around Matt and Issey Cartlidge, whose relentless gigging schedule (well over 600 shows already) has earned them a reputation for explosive live performances. They’ve shared stages with icons like the Sex Pistols and The Libertines, picked up praise from Green Day, and been tipped by major outlets as rising stars with the potential to stand alongside the likes of Oasis.
The Molotovs are a teenage brother-and-sister duo whose sound fuses classic British punk attitude with sharp, modern indie hooks. Their influences — Buzzcocks, The Jam, The Libertines, The Undertones — run straight through their songwriting, giving their tracks a raw, tightly wound energy that feels both nostalgic and fresh.