Who are they?
Muddi Brooke are a UK alt-rock trio from Derby, bringing a blend of grunge, alt-rock, and punk energy with big choruses and raw emotion. They’re one of those bands that instantly make you think “these belong on a festival stage” – loud, moody, and full of bite.
Formed in the late 2010s, Muddi Brooke have been steadily building a buzz across the UK’s underground rock scene, earning comparisons to Wolf Alice, Paramore, and Hole – but with their own Midlands twist.
⚡ The Sound
What you get with Muddi Brooke:
- 🎸 Dirty riffs – heavy, fuzz-driven guitars with grunge overtones.
- 🎤 Distinctive vocals from Brooke – a mix of vulnerability and raw power.
- 🥁 Punchy rhythms – driving songs forward with serious live energy.
- 💥 Hooks that stick – every song’s got that “festival crowd singalong” potential.
Think 90s Seattle grunge colliding with modern alt-rock – the kind of sound that’s both nostalgic and fresh.
🪓 The Band – Line-Up
- Brooke – Vocals & Guitar (the voice and the fire behind the band)
- Anna Melidone – Bass (low-end thunder, adds the groove and grit)
- Danica Smalley – Drums (powerhouse keeping the chaos tight)
💿 Music So Far
Muddi Brooke have dropped a string of singles and an EP that’ve turned heads in the UK rock press and across radio stations like Kerrang! Radio and Planet Rock.
- “Devil” – dark, driving alt-rock anthem that showcased their grunge roots.
- “Liverpool Guy” – cheeky, energetic track full of punky swagger.
- “Fake It” – melodic but heavy, showing off their versatility.
- “Lunacy” – a live favourite, combining attitude with a chorus that slaps.
Their EP “Lunacy” (2021) cemented them as one of the UK’s most exciting up-and-coming rock acts.
🎪 Live Reputation – Loud, Lairy & Lush
Muddi Brooke are at their best on stage. They’ve been hammering the UK circuit, playing everything from small sweaty clubs to festival slots.
Highlights:
- Played Y Not Festival and Bearded Theory, getting rave reviews.
- Shared stages with other rising UK acts, proving they can hold their own in any line-up.
- Built a reputation for high-energy shows full of snarling riffs and singalong choruses.
Their gigs feel like a mix of grunge catharsis and punk chaos – messy in the best way.
🏴 The Vibe
- Fierce and fiery – unapologetically loud and proud.
- Grunge heart with modern polish – think Nirvana meets Paramore.
- Grassroots heroes – grafting it out in the UK scene, winning fans the old-school way.
🚀 The Future
Muddi Brooke are still on the rise, but they’ve already proven they’ve got the riffs, songs, and stage presence to make waves. With more festival slots and talk of new music, the next couple of years could see them break out as one of Britain’s leading modern alt-rock exports.
🎧 Final Verdict:
Muddi Brooke are gritty, grungy, and gloriously loud – the kind of band that makes you want to dive into the pit with one hand in the air and the other clutching a pint. One to watch, and one to see live ASAP. 🏴🔥
Michael is the founder, editor, and chief riff wrangler behind The Riff Report, an independent Welsh rock and metal publication built by fans, for fans. With a lifelong passion for loud guitars, unforgettable live shows, and the incredible community that surrounds rock and metal, he created The Riff Report to celebrate everything that makes the scene special—from legendary headline acts and grassroots venues to rising bands that deserve to be heard.
A familiar face at festivals across the UK, Michael spends much of the year covering events including Download Festival, Bloodstock Open Air, Steelhouse Festival, Firevolt, Plumpton Revival, and many more. Whether he’s battling the Welsh weather on a mountainside, surviving a weekend in a muddy campsite, or squeezed against the front barrier with thousands of fellow fans, he’s always searching for the next great story to share.
As editor of The Riff Report, Michael writes festival guides, breaking news, album reviews, gig reviews, interviews, opinion pieces, nostalgia features, and behind-the-scenes stories from across the rock and metal world. His writing combines honest opinions, humour, and a genuine love for live music, bringing readers closer to the bands, festivals, venues, and people that keep the scene alive.
Michael is particularly passionate about supporting independent artists, local venues, charities, and the wider UK rock and metal community. He believes every band deserves a chance to be discovered and every festival has a story worth telling. Through The Riff Report, he aims to shine a spotlight on both the biggest names in rock and the future stars waiting to break through.
When he’s not writing or interviewing artists, you’ll probably find him exploring festival campsites, photographing live shows, chatting with fellow fans over a pint, or planning the next road trip in search of more riffs, bigger crowds, and unforgettable moments.
Above all, Michael believes rock and metal are about more than music—they’re about community, friendship, and creating memories that last a lifetime. That’s exactly what The Riff Report exists to celebrate.
Proudly Welsh. Proudly Loud. Always chasing the next great riff. 🤘
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