Will And The People

Will And The People

Will And The People are a UK rock band from Brighton, active since 2006. The group centres on Will Rendle, who is the only named member in the verified facts, and the band is described as a British group with indie, ska, alternative, rock and funk associations.

Origins and members

The band forms in 2006 and is based in Brighton, United Kingdom. In the group description, Will Rendle is credited as lead singer, guitarist and bassist. Other named members in the band’s line-up are Jim Ralphs on Hammond organ and melodica, Charlie Harman on drums, and Jamie Rendle on guitar.

Early years and working method

The band members meet at Glastonbury Festival in 2010. They later move to White Waltham, a village on the west side of London, where they live, rehearse and write songs in a barn.

Style and influences

The band’s music is connected with indie, ska, alternative, rock and funk. Their stated influences include Bob Marley, The Beatles, The Doors, Supertramp, The Police, John Lennon and Jerry Lee Lewis.

Recordings

Their self-titled debut album is released in May 2012. It includes the earlier single Lion In The Morning Sun and the single Salamander, which charts in the Netherlands.