Brontide
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Defunct | 2017 |
| Fate | Disbanded, reunited in 2024 |
| Headquarters | United Kingdom |
| Products | Music albums, singles, EPs |
Brontide is an instrumental rock ensemble from the United Kingdom, established in 2008. Its lineup includes musicians who have also performed with I Was a Cub Scout, La Roux, Rolo Tomassi, and the touring group of Dua Lipa. The group produced two studio albums prior to their dissolution in 2017. They reunited in August 2024 and commenced releasing fresh tracks.
History
The band originated in 2008, adopting a name inspired by the phenomenon of distant thunder. The original members consisted of William Bowerman, formerly the drummer for I Was a Cub Scout, Nathan Fairweather on bass, and guitarist Tim Hancock. During this period, Bowerman also contributed as a drummer for La Roux and Summer Camp. Their initial release was the track "Bob Munden," featured on the Holy Monsters EP—a split record shared with Holy Ghost, The Tupolev Ghost, and Shapes.
Their first full-length album, Sans Souci (2011), was met with favorable reviews from critics.
In 2012, Fairweather expanded his commitments by joining Rolo Tomassi while continuing with Brontide.
The band's sophomore album, Artery (2014), garnered acclaim for its intricate and melodious approach.
Subsequently, Bowerman became part of Dua Lipa's live band, whereas Hancock embarked on a solo endeavor under the name Mirror Manor. Due to the members' engagement in other projects, Brontide announced their disbandment in April 2017.
In August 2024, they revealed their reunion and forthcoming new music through an Instagram announcement.
Brontide's sound is characterized by a fusion of math rock, progressive rock, post-rock, and post-hardcore elements, often likened to groups such as Battles and Russian Circles.
Albums
- Sans Souci (2011), Holy Roar
- Artery (2014), Holy Roar/Pink Mist
EPs
- Brontide EP (2009), Holy Roar
Singles
- "Bob Munden" (2009), Holy Roar/Big Scary Monsters – featured on Holy Monsters split EP
- "Coloured Tongues" (2012), Holy Roar
- "Mineral" (2024)