Crash of Rhinos
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2009 |
| Defunct | 2014 |
| Headquarters | Derby , England |
| Products | Studio albums: Distal (2011), Knots (2013) |
Crash of Rhinos was an emo band originating from Derby, England, associated with labels such as Topshelf Records, To Lose La Track, and Big Scary Monsters.
History
Prior to the establishment of Crash of Rhinos, Jim Cork, Paul Beal, and Richard J. Birkin performed together in the band Little Explorer; additionally, Birkin, Cork, Ian Draper, and Oli Craven were part of the Jesus Years.
The band came together in 2009 and produced two studio albums before their split in 2014. Their music featured a gritty punk influence and was inspired by emo acts from the 1990s, including Jawbreaker and Burning Airlines.
Band members
- Paul Beal – bass guitar, vocals
- Jim Cork – guitar, vocals
- Ian Draper – bass guitar, vocals
- Richard J. "Biff" Birkin – guitar, vocals
- Oli Craven – drums, vocals
Discography
Studio albums
- Distal (2011)
- Knots (2013)