These Reigning Days

These Reigning Days

These Reigning Days are an indie rock group from Torquay. Their songs are written by Dan Steer, who also provides vocals and guitar. The line-up is completed by Joe Sansome on drums and Jonny Finnis on bass.

Style and sound

Their music combines layered rock arrangements with indie-pop synth elements. It is described as having an anthemic, epic quality, with strong but understated guitar lines and a pulsing rhythm section. The band’s songs are noted for being memorable, danceable and accessible while still retaining depth.

Career

These Reigning Days first gain attention supporting Metronomy and build a reputation as a live band through BBC Introducing support, which leads to national BBC radio airplay. A performance in Los Angeles at Musexpo brings interest from labels, publishers and sync companies, and the band also book a main-stage slot at Polish Woodstock. Their tracks receive regional, national and international airplay, and the accompanying videos appear on Q TV.

The band record an album with producer Yoad Nevo, who has worked with Goldfrapp, Duran Duran, Sugababes and Pet Shop Boys. Their music also appears in a major feature film starring Vanessa Redgrave and Christopher Ecclestone. They tour with The Feeling, play the Momentum Ski Festival, Liverpool Sound City and the main stage at several festivals, and head the new music stage at the Matthew Street Festival in Liverpool after a performance at The Cavern. They are also sponsored by Manson Guitars, Music Man/Ernie Ball and Yamaha.