Labelled as one of Classic Rock’s Ones to Watch for 2025, alt-rock band, Dirty Blonde announce new EP Looking for Trouble alongside new single ‘Polly’. Blending “searing garage punk and vintage rock tropes” (Clash Magazine), Dirty Blonde’s latest track, ‘Polly’, bursts onto the scene with grunge-infused guitar riffs. Channeling the raw energy of Pixies, the narrative flair of Taylor Swift, and the bold swagger of 90s Garbage, this sapphic anthem captures the unpredictable thrill of falling in love. Featured on their upcoming Looking for Trouble EP, ‘Polly’ cements Dirty Blonde’s status as rising heavyweights in their genre. Their new EP will be released on 17th April following the band’s UK tour for Independent Venue Week. Watch the video HERE and stream the single HERE. Pre-save Looking for Trouble HERE.

Manchester’s Dirty Blonde are a blonde-bombshell alt-rock duo, fronted by the powerhouse pairing of Ailis Mackay (vocals, guitar, drums) and Hayley Tait (guitar, backing vocals). Since forming in January 2023, they’ve shared the stage with acts such as Frank Carter and the Sex Pistols, The Lottery Winners, Cast, The Subways, and The K’s. Their debut EP, Favourite Record quickly grabbed the attention of tastemakers at BBC Radio 1 and Radio X, landing spots on major Spotify playlists, and scoring a video feature on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch. Nels Hylton at BBC Radio 1 also labelled the band “One of the most exciting bands to come through Future Alternative. A two piece with the world at their feet.”

In the bold, unapologetic world of Looking For Trouble, it’s all leopard print, red lipstick, and leather jackets—a perfect backdrop for these girls making waves in the rock scene. In their new EP, Dirty Blonde prove that authenticity is their signature sound. Tracks like ‘Adore Me’ and ‘Polly’ carry a sly charm, serving as the “nicer cousins” to the fierce anthems ‘Checkmate’ and ‘Rush’, while previous single ‘Northern Twang’ stands as the powerful matriarch anchoring it all. Writing the EP was more than just a creative process—it was cathartic, offering a rare moment of reflection. Dirty Blonde reminds us that women in rock aren’t just part of the scene—they’re redefining it.

Speaking of current single ‘Polly’, the band say, “We wrote ‘Polly’ about that messy, crying on your bathroom floor, unpredictable side of falling in love that no one talks about. Someone can give you all the reassurance in the world but how do you know that it won’t all come crashing down?”

Falling in love is often romanticised as effortless and idyllic, but Dirty Blonde’s ‘Polly’ dives headfirst into the other side that isn’t so widely spoken about. Despite its emotional depth, ‘Polly’ keeps an upbeat vibe, capturing the exhilaration of love while staying honest about its complexities. Born out of a spontaneous collaboration with their producer during a COVID-induced break, the song started as a fast-paced grunge experiment before evolving into its current form. The band also release their DIY music video for ‘Polly’ complete with yellow lyric captions inspired by Arab-Australian artist Sarah Bahbah.

Dirty Blonde have also launched their new YouTube series titled In Bed With Dirty Blonde (episode 1 here) which sees the duo talking through their songwriting techniques and other band anecdotes as well as answering fan questions. Last summer, the band hit the festival circuit hard, tearing up over 20 stages, including a game-changing set at the Isle of Wight Festival where they opened the second stage. Add in further knock-out performances at The Great Escape, Truck, Y Not, and NBHD festivals, and it’s no wonder they’re being hailed as one of the UK’s hottest new live acts. After the success of previous EP Favourite Record, Dirty Blonde’s return reaffirms their status in Manchester’s alt-rock scene. Described as “Your dad’s new favourite band”, this EP is just the start of their journey and the future is looking blonde…