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JackDormantPress/By The Rivers
OriginLeicester
GenresBrit Reggae, Reggae, Ska, Afro-Beat, Pop
Years active2010 -
LabelsKompyla Records
MembersNile Barrow
Jordan Birtles
Sam Reid
Matthew Willars
Will Todd
Rob Spalton
Past membersDarryl Reid (2010-2012)
Leo May (2010-2014)
Websitehttp://bytherivers.co.uk/

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By The Rivers are a six-piece Brit Reggae band from Leicester, England. Termed 'Brit Reggae' by BBC 1Xtra's David Rodigan[1], the band have received extensive airplay nationwide. In 2013, the band were choosen at one of five future stars of Glastonbury Festival's Pyramid Stage alongside Bastille, Foals, The Strypes & Jessie Ware by the BBC.[2]

The band's sound combines reggae, ska, funk, soul, afro-beat and pop. They have been noted for the catchy and empowering lyrics.

Overview

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They formed in 2010 and in that time have played Glastonbury Festival, T In The Park, Larmer Tree Festival and Boomtown Fair amongst others.

Band members include: Nile Barrow (Vocals/Guitar), Sam Reid (Guitar), Jordan Birtles (Drums/Percussion), Matt Willars (Bass), Will Todd (Saxophone) and Rob Spalton (Trumpet). Previous members include Daryl Reid (Guitar/Vocals) and Leo May (Trumpet).

The band have supported the likes of The Specials, Jamie Cullum, Madness Dawn Penn, Maxi Priest, John Holt, Neville Staple, The Buzzcocks, The Beat and Fun Lovin’ Criminals.

Releases

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The band's eponymous debut album was released in May 2013 on Kompyla Records. This followed two EPs and three singles released between 2010 and 2013.

Release Date Type
EP 1 12/08/2010 EP
EP 2 18/02/2011 EP
One Word 18/10/2011 Single
Don't Say You Love Me 04/08/2012 Single
Take Control 21/01/2013 Single
By The Rivers 06/05/2013 Album

Musical Influences

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Festival Appearances

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