ABOUT
“An impressive and confident set of songs which are finely executed and well received by a very appreciative audience” - Joyzine
“With their thoughtful lyrics, introspective angst, and strong vocals, Dogviolet is a band to watch.” - WEIRDO Zine
Dogviolet fuse post-punk grit, gothic atmosphere and folk-tinged melody into something intriguing and hard to look away from. Inspired by the natural world, botanical imagery is woven through their lyrics exploring social injustice, familial challenges and sapphic desire, set against dark sonic hues that feel both polished and raw. Lush, evocative vocals move through layered guitar textures and gradual builds, showcasing Dogviolet’s ability to strike a captivating balance of power and vulnerability.
Founders Naz Toorabally and Ella Patenall met in their year 10 English class, beginning a creative partnership now over fifteen years deep. Dogviolet emerged in 2022, later joined by Lauren Allpress (drums) and Margot Cintract (bass).
Live, Dogviolet create an atmosphere that pulls the room into their world, the audience held by haunting harmonies, melodic hooks that won't let go, and left with the sense that something more than a gig just happened. Visually striking, they carry themselves on stage with the kind of quiet confidence that holds the audience in their spell.
VIDEOS
UPCOMING SHOWS
PAST SHOWS INCLUDE
26.09.2025 | MOTH Club | supporting L.A. Witch
11.06.2025 | Tunbridge Wells Forum | supporting Heartworms
16.05.2025 | St Luke's Church, Portsmouth | supporting wych elm
06.04.2025 | Cro Cro Land Festival
30.10.2024 | The Lexington | supporting BERRIES
08.06.2024 | PLU Summer Camp, Cornwall
06.03.24 | The Lexington | supporting ĠENN
21.11.23 | Village Underground | supporting Heartworms
17.11.23 | Sebright Arms | supporting Problem Patterns
06.07.23 | The Shacklewell Arms | supporting GHUM
25.05.23 | Jericho Tavern, Oxford | supporting Wombo
21.05.23 | O2 Institute Birmingham | supporting The Wedding Present
18.05.23 | Colchester Arts Centre | supporting The Wedding Present
08.12.22 | Edge of the Wedge, Portsmouth | supporting Yumi & the Weather
17.11.22 | Oslo, Hackney | supporting Desperate Journalist

