Deaf Balloons

Deaf Balloons are a West Midlands alt-rock band whose music draws on 1990s grunge and early-2000s alternative rock. The group began as a lo-fi duo formed by Ed and Ben before expanding through drummer Alex F, guitarist Alex H and collaborator Joe Albanese. Their re-recorded version of ‘Gangster Lean’ revisits an early fan favourite about a passionate relationship shaped by obsession, conflict and an inability to let go. The release followed the EP Coming Down on the Bathroom Floor and marked renewed activity after a pandemic-era pause.