Vicious Bishop release new single 'Take It As A Win' featuring Andy Ellison from The Radio Stars
VICIOUS BISHOP RELEASE NEW SINGLE ‘TAKE IT AS A WIN’ FEATURING ANDY ELLISON FROM PUNK ICONS THE RADIO STARS
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE
NEW ALBUM ‘RAINING GUILLOTINES’ OUT NOW VIA VICIOUS BISHOP RECORDS
Formed in 2021, Vicious Bishop are a punk, ska punk, and punky reggae power trio, based in the Lancaster / Morecambe area. The band features drummer Dave Nuttall (ex-Toy Dolls), bassist Adz Woods, and vocalist/guitarist Rich Davenport (ex-Radio Stars).
Taking their influences from the Clash, the Ruts, Stiff Little Fingers, Rancid, 2 Tone, the Ramones, Husker Du, Dag Nasty, Bad Religion, Fishbone, Bob Mould, and vintage reggae, rocksteady, and ska, Vicious Bishop’s focus is on delivering memorable, uplifting songs with maximum energy.
Their 2024 debut EP, ‘Miracle Formula 168’, showcased their raw, melodic sound to powerful effect, and featured guest appearances from Rich’s former Radio Stars bandmate Andy Ellison, Sham 69’s Dave Parsons, and Micky Geggus from the Cockney Rejects.
After two well-received sets with Andy at last year’s Rebellion Festival, and another at Morecambe Punk Festival, the band are back with ‘Raining Guillotines’, their first full-length album. Picking up where the EP left off, the album features ten high octane shots of punk, punky reggae, and ska punk, with hints of rocksteady and hardcore, all maintaining the Bishops’ dedication to crafting memorable melodies, and ear-grabbing arrangements.
Following the success of their last single ‘I’m A Tiswas Kid (Trapped In A Swap Shop World)’ - an affectionate look back at anarchic 70s/80s kids TV show Tiswas (which even featured a cameo from iconic presenter Sally James – watch the video HERE), Vicious Bishop are back again with new single ‘Take It As A Win’ which features a duet with collaborator Andy Ellison. Andy started his musical journey in mythical 1960s pop art/mod rock band John’s Children (who once featured a young Marc Bolan in their ranks) and went on to form 70s power pop/punk band The Radio Stars, among many other bands and musical projects over the years.
Given that ‘Take It As A Win’ is all about the pleasure, pain and adventures, both good and bad, that being in a band can provide, Ellison’s long musical journey and experiences were perfect to front the song.
“Any band that wants to survive in the 21st century needs a sense of humour, a passion for the music, realistic expectations, and a keen appreciation for their audience,” explains guitarist Rich Davenport. “The song is about how all of those elements are interlinked. Despite rip offs, bad breaks, and Spinal Tap moments, I've had some amazing experiences and made lifelong friendships with musicians from around the world over the year in the bands I’ve played with. I've never lost sight of the buzz I got at the first gig I played when I was 14, and it's still at the heart of everything we do with Vicious Bishop.”
Watch the video for ‘Take It As A Win’ HERE
The album is available on CD from www.viciousbishop.com and will be streaming free of charge exclusively on the band’s Patreon page at www.patreon.com/ViciousBishop
Once again, the striking cover art was painted by punk artist Paul Raggity, and features band mascot Stripey Horace.
Vicious Bishop will be supporting the album with shows around the UK and are already working on songs for a follow up.
Catch Vicious Bishop live at the following dates:
Friday 28th November (with Bard Company) The Snug, Atherton
Saturday 29th November (with the Deceased & Mardi Gras Bombers) the Alma Bolton 5.30-8pm show
Saturday 6th December (with Bard Company & George Borowski) Foxtails, Chorley
Saturday 13th December (with Bard Company) West End Playhouse, Morecambe (acoustic set)
2026
Friday 20th February (with No Agenda and Bard Company) the Bobbin, Lancaster
Saturday 7th March punk fest 10, the Blvd, Wigan. 3pm start.
Saturday 14th March the Black Bull, Gateshead (afternoon gig)
Sat March 28th, the Druids, Penrith
Sat May 30th, Ivory Blacks, Glasgow - Afternoon gig 2-5pm
May 22/23/24 2026 (day TBC) Sleazy Live, Johnny's Bar & Warehouse, Morecambe
Rebellion Fringe (TBC, please check website)
