The Destroyers

The Destroyers are a 15-piece group from the United Kingdom, based in Birmingham. They work with a mix of gypsy music, Balkan styles, klezmer and beat poetry, and are associated with Transition Records. The group draws on Eastern European musical energy and builds on traditional arrangements while staying close to the roots of those influences.

Background

The Birmingham line-up includes musicians described as a mix of Conservatoire-trained players and others from the Midlands music scene. The act is presented as a large ensemble rather than a conventional rock band, and its sound combines instrumental traditions with spoken-word elements.

Other appearances

The name The Destroyers also appears on the album Black Dignity - Peter Tosh and Friends, where musicians are credited under that name.