New Rhodes


New Rhodes were a British indie-pop four-piece. The band was formed in 2001 when James, Joe and Jack were students together at John Cabot CTC. During their early years the band were based in their hometown Bristol but moved to Hackney, London in 2004.

Career

The band regularly toured the UK and, in addition to headlining, they toured with Razorlight, Bloc Party, The Dears, Delays, Hope of the States, The Killers and The Futureheads.
They put out seven singles and two albums. Released through Moshi Moshi Records and their own label Salty Cat Records.
In 2005 their second single, "You've Given Me Something That I Can't Give Back", made the Top 40, charting at number 38 and In 2006 The band won a 'Vodafone Live Music Award'.
Their last line-up was finalised in the summer of 2006 after Desmond became their fourth drummer. Previous drummers included Dave Hounsome, Chun Leek, and Steve Bishop. During their career the band worked with major producers and directors including Paul Epworth, James Ford, Ian Grimble, Rich Wilkinson and Matthias Hoene.
In spring 2010 the band decided to split, playing their final gig at the Fleece & Firkin, Bristol.

Members

Past members: