London glam-punks The Priscillas are bringing their explosive glitter and grit to Rebellion Festival for the first time this year. While not new to the UK punk scene, their infectious sound is sure to catch the attention of any passers-by – do yourselves a favour, and make sure you get down to the front for their set.
Get to know The Priscillas with frontwoman Jenny Drag…
Firstly, how did you all meet and when was The Priscillas formed?
Legend has it, we all met in Her Majesty’s Prison Holloway. I’m sticking to that.
For anyone not familiar with your music, how would you describe your sound?
I like to think it’s a combination of some of my favourite bands which are Buzzcocks, Blondie, B-52’s. Hooks, harmonies and melodies are key.
If you had to recommend one of your songs to a new listener, which one would you choose?
Probably new ones we haven’t yet released like ‘Technology’. But ‘The Dream’ which was our second to last single holds a special place in my heart.
What can we expect from your set at Rebellion?
Our first time playing it so we’re excited to finally be doing it. A high energy performance with fast, catchy tunes.
You and Jola will also be playing as part of John McKay’s Reactor. Can you tell us a bit about how you became involved in that project?
I have known John’s wife Laurie Vanian for years. When she encouraged him to start playing live again, she thought it would be good to have another singer so he could focus more on his guitar playing and she suggested me. I asked John if he wanted a full band so I recruited Jola and a musician named Billy King. It’s a great chemistry.
Are there any other bands on the line-up you’re particularly looking forward to seeing?
So many good ones. Off the top of my head: PiL, Chumbawamba, Ed Tudor Pole.
What else are you up to this year – any tours/festivals/releases you want to tell us about?
At the moment I am on tour in Spain with The Priscillas and Johnny Moped. It’s a blast. We have been recording an album at Unit 13 Studios in London so really looking forward to releasing that when it’s finished.
John McKay’s Reactor has a few gigs at Facebar Reading, The 100 Club with The Motels, The Lexington, and Forever Now Festival.
Thank you so much to Jenny for answering these questions!
Rebellion Festival takes place 7-10 August 2025 – full details and tickets here
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