The Ariston, an indie/alternative rock band formed and fronted by Luca Slade and Will Parsonson, later joined by Finn Bunce, create high energy anthems rooted in vulnerability and personal growth. Their music explores themes of heartbreak, grief, and identity, offering a cathartic experience for their fans, known as ‘Aristans’. In the last year the London-based group have sold out back to back headline shows at Dingwalls 2 and The 229, landed a support slot on The Lottery Winners’ UK tour, opened for American group ‘Smallpools’ at SCALA, and made their debut at both Leeds Festival and Latitude Festival. Their recent single ‘Fiction’ has also received backing from BBC Introducing and Charlie Ashcroft on Amazing Radio. In 2024 the band also portrayed The Clash in Paramount’s ‘Bob Marley: One Love’.