Friend – Champion

Human Worth are proud to present the debut album 'Champion' from the new Newcastle trio Friend, with a portion of proceeds donated to charity.

Three friends from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne hammering out heavy, wholesome riffs. Featuring members of Lump Hammer, Lovely Wife, Plague Rider, and Penance Stare; Friend have spent the last few years mixing disparate influences into the hearty mix that is 'Champion'.

Stylistically varied but sonically consistent, 'Champion' consists of multi amped earth-shaking guitar, pummelling drum work, and rasping vocals; using those elements to colossal effect, as well as giving way to dynamic shifts into gentler territory before diving back in. Pulling from influences ranging from Soundgarden, Smashing Pumpkins and Failure to Old Man Gloom, Floor and The Abominable Iron Sloth, 'Champion' taps into the cathartic joy of heavy music.

Human Worth have pressed up a super limited edition of cassettes and CDs, with 10% of all proceeds donated to charity West End Women and Girls Centre – The first and only open access, community based women and girls centre in Newcastle.

"What their name lacks when trying to search for them on various search engines and social evil platforms, the music packs one hell of a punch with their filth riddled sludge induced noise-rock." – The Sleeping Shaman