Knats - A Great Day In Newcastle (2026) [Hi-Res]

‘A Great Day in Newcastle’ is musical documentation of the North East working class experience.

Through a storytelling approach with the aid of new member, genius poet, Cooper Robson, the record details dark topics like substance abuse, crime and toxic masculinity through this Geordie Jazz Noir soundscape, whilst still feeling light hearted and playful, fully embodying the classic Northern optimism.

With the introduction of Cooper’s poetry combined with Stan’s developing composition skills, King’s genius orchestration and groove composition and Ferg’s classic melodic sound, the record shows the growth of the bands sound wholeheartedly, returning to their roots of rock, supported by producer and friend Geordie Greep.

Alongside longstanding members Sandro Shar (keys) and George Johnson (tenor sax), the band reaches new highs of intensity throughout the 45 minute epic.

Vocals- Cooper Robson
Vocals- Stanley Elvis Woodward/King David Ike-Elechi/Ferg Kilsby (track 9)
Bass Guitar/Synths- Stanley Elvis Woodward
Drums/Percussion- King David Ike-Elechi
Trumpet/Flugelhorn- Ferg Kilsby
Piano/Keyboards/Synthesiser- Sandro Shargarodsky
Tenor Saxophone- George Johnson
Alto Saxophone- Otto Kampa
Guitar- Tom Ford
Guitar- Geordie Greep (tracks 4 and 7)
Piano- Josh Mitchell-Rayner (track 1)
Flute - Viviane Ghiglino (track 1)
Alto Flute - Lucy Rowan (track 1)
Clarinet - Frank Barr (track 1)
French Horn - Sebastian Barley (track 1)
Trumpet - Tobias Amadio (track 1)
Trombone - Bertie Beaman (track 1)
Trombone- Dillon Pinder (track 9)
Violin- Enya Barber
Violin- Congling Wu
Viola- Natalia Solis Paredes
Cello- Morgan Key