Sports Team Invites Fans to Shoot Them with a Web-Controlled Paintball Gun
Sports Team Invites Fans to Shoot Them with a Web-Controlled Paintball Gun
Experience the thrill as Sports Team offers fans a unique chance to fire a web-controlled paintball gun at them with five shots.
An Unforgettable Paintball Opportunity with Sports Team
If you're a fan of the Cambridge-based band Sports Team, get ready for a wild and interactive experience! The band is offering their followers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to shoot them with a web-controlled paintball gun. Yes, you read that right! Fans who pre-order their upcoming album will receive five shots to take aim at the band members from the comfort of their homes.
Upcoming Album and How to Get Your Shots
Sports Team is gearing up to release their third studio album, Boys These Days, on May 23, under Distiller Records/Bright Antenna. You can pre-order or pre-save the album here. The band has already teased us with some exciting singles including:
By pre-ordering the album, fans unlock the opportunity to use the paintball gun remotely. The band revealed via their Instagram post on May 9:
“On Tuesday we’ll be spending the day in a room doing live sales of the new album with what remains of our dignity and a 3000psi, web-controlled paintball gun. Buy the record. Get five shots.”
Watch the fun video of the band testing out the paintball gun on melons in the studio:
Behind the Scenes: The Web-Controlled Paintball Gun
In the Instagram clip shared by Sports Team, the band members are seen having a blast while the paintball gun takes aim at fruits and melons. The caption humorously states:
“It’s ok to hate Sports Team. Six band members, four hours, one web-enabled fully remote paintball turret gun. Buy the album, get 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 shots. 13th May.”
This quirky and innovative approach offers fans a chance to engage with the band in a way unlike any other. It’s a playful twist on album pre-sales that definitely sets Sports Team apart.
Catch Sports Team Live: In-Store Gigs Announced
To celebrate the album release, Sports Team is performing a series of intimate in-store gigs across various cities. These are perfect opportunities for fans to see the band live and grab some exclusive merch. Here’s where you can catch them:
Sports Team's May Gig Dates:
- May 21 – Banquet, Kingston
- May 22 – Assai at Cabaret Voltaire, Edinburgh
- May 23 – Assai, Glasgow
- May 24 – Live at Leeds signing
- May 25 – Jacaranda Baltic, Liverpool
- May 26 – Rough Trade, Nottingham
- May 27 – Rough Trade, East London
- May 28 – Resident, Brighton
- May 29 – Rough Trade, Bristol
Tickets are available in participating stores or via the band’s official website, sportsteam.com.
The Anticipation Builds: A Glimpse Into ‘Boys These Days’
‘Boys These Days’ follows their 2022 album ‘Gulp!’, which received high praise for its energetic and heartfelt approach to guitar music. The previous album was noted for blending chaotic energy with smart songwriting, capturing a relatable spirit in tough times.
“Through it all, Sports Team are just trying to have a good time. It’s a relatable sentiment given these times, and whether it’s the escapism of the live show or their communal spirit, ‘Gulp!’ sees the band continue to build something to believe in.”
The new album promises to continue this trend with fresh tracks and memorable indie rock vibes.
Are you ready to take your shot at Sports Team and be a part of this unique album experience? Which city are you planning to catch them live in? Let us know!
Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I get the chance to shoot Sports Team with the paintball gun?
Simply pre-order the ‘Boys These Days’ album to receive five web-controlled paintball shots. - When is the ‘Boys These Days’ album releasing?
The official release date is May 23. - Where can I buy tickets for Sports Team’s in-store gigs?
Tickets are sold in participating stores and on the band's official website, sportsteam.com. - Can I watch a video of the paintball gun in action?
Yes, the band shared an Instagram video demonstrating the paintball gun shooting melons in their studio. - What was the reception like for their previous album ‘Gulp!’?
It received positive reviews, praised for its mix of chaotic energy and heartfelt guitar music.
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