08/08/2026
It is with extremely heavy hearts that we have to announce the following:
Battalions are going on an indefinite hiatus. Real life has caught up behind the scenes making the band untenable at the moment, we have no time frame on a return currently.
Of course this means all currently booked shows have been cancelled, we have contacted all promoters, but if you are one yet to read the message or email and finding out this way, we humbly apologise.
16.5 years of DIY underground sludge is no small feat, and we're incredibly grateful for the run we've had. Whilst sad, we remember that we've done so much and met so many great people over the years. To all fans who've supported us, promoters who've booked us, venues who've hosted us, we're forever in your debt for all the years of allowing us to ply our party riffs!
This does also mean that currently, our newly recorded album is on ice, as it wouldn't be fair to release something that we're unable to tour and promote. On that note, our unending gratitude to APF Records and Mr Andrew Field for everything he's done for us over the years, one of the finest labels out there championing the dirtiest riffs of our fair isle. We love you.
This isn't the end, it's just goodbye for now.
Keep your eyes out for a sale on merch, as we may get rid of some cheap so you can remember us on your torso.
From Pete, Phil, Dennett & Simon, we thank every single one of you for 16.5 years of dirt, allowing us into your lives and making life long friends.
See you when we see you.
Love, Battalions.
