The Claim

**The Claim** are a longstanding British indie outfit who've been crafting jangly, heartfelt tunes since forming in Kent during the early 1980s. Fronted by singer-songwriter Dave Read, the band carved out a niche in the DIY/post-punk scene with their melodic guitar-driven sound and wry lyrical storytelling. After early releases like *Boomy Tella* (1986), they became cult favorites for their blend of pub-rock energy and introspective charm, often drawing comparisons to bands like The Smiths or The Housemartins.

Though they took a lengthy hiatus in the '90s, The Claim roared back in the 2010s with the same scrappy spirit, dropping gems like *The New Industrial Ballads* (2019) and the *Just Too Far EP* (2021). Recent releases like *Journey* (2022) prove they’re still masters of sharp, bittersweet anthems, maintaining their reputation as unsung heroes of the UK indie underground. Whether you’re discovering them through their punchy new material or diving into their retro catalog, The Claim deliver timeless guitar-pop with a cheeky grin.