Introducing: The Family Rain

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I was properly introduced to this band on a whim when I caught  their set at the Festival Republic stage at Leeds festival this year. Having heard only a minuscule amount of material of theirs, I was utterly impressed with their ability to get what seemed like a relatively unfamiliar crowd going.

The band of brothers boast a high-octane, primarily blues rock, sound comparable to the likes of Kings of Leon. However, their clear hip hop and R&B influences steer them away from being thrown into a stereotypical box.

Produced by Jim Abbiss, you are immediately forced to make that Kasabian comparison but the Family Rain provide such a fresh sound, it is difficult to fit them into any category. Tracks like 'Trust Me... I'm a Genius' affirm they're incredible rock 'n' roll sound whereas 'Feel Better (Frank)' and 'Carnival' present their more R&B inspired drum beats.

I am extremely excited to hear their upcoming album, set for release in February of next year and it comes with great sadness to me that despite being added to the guest list of their show at Ruby Lounge last night, I still could not make it. Oh well, there's always next time, this band aren't going anywhere any time soon.