Whether delivering soulful ballads or driving acoustic anthems, Darwin and The Finches standout for their earnest voice and raw emotional pull—poised to broaden their reach well beyondtheir northern roots. 

With a sound rooted in honest storytelling and compelling acoustic interplay, Darwin and TheFinches are a Blackpool-bred duo making waves across the UK’s indie and folk circuits.Comprising Michael Shanagher (guitar & vocals) and Liam Pemberton (drums, percussion &backing vocals), the pair craft songs that balance reflective lyricism with anthemic energy—ablend of folk authenticity and modern melodic sensibility.

Their music draws from deep influences like Nick Cave, Neil Young and classic storytellingtraditions, yet feels fresh and immediate, weaving rugged rhythms with evocative hooks. Sinceforming in 2022, the duo has released their well-received EP Lift, toured the UK, and built areputation for captivating live shows that turn intimate venues into communal experiences.