BRAVE RIVAL ANNOUNCE "CANDLELIGHTS & ECHOES" ACOUSTIC TOUR – NOVEMBER 2026
Following the success of their critically acclaimed albums and a relentless touring schedule, Brave Rival are set to reveal a different side of their music this November with the release of their brand-new acoustic EP, Candlelights & Echoes, alongside an intimate acoustic tour.
The new EP will feature three reimagined Brave Rival favourites, one carefully chosen cover, and a brand-new original song. Candlelights & Echoes strips everything back, showcasing the songwriting, emotion and chemistry at the heart of one of the UK's most exciting original rock bands.
This special run of dates offers fans a rare opportunity to experience Brave Rival in a completely different setting. Swapping festival stages and packed rock venues for a more intimate atmosphere, the band will perform acoustic arrangements that highlight the stories behind the songs, creating a unique and personal connection with audiences.
Known for their electrifying live performances and hailed as one of the UK's leading original rock bands, Brave Rival have earned widespread acclaim from fans, critics and fellow musicians alike. Now, with Candlelights & Echoes, they invite audiences to step closer than ever before and experience the songs in their purest form.
Expect an evening of music, storytelling and unforgettable moments as Brave Rival bring their acoustic journey to venues across the country this November.
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UK Blues Awards 2025 Band of the Year Winners Brave Rival
Brave Rival are a rock band on a mission. No gimmicks, no frills—just raw, high-energy, riff-driven rock that demands to be heard.
The Portsmouth-based quartet – vocalist Lindsey Bonnick, guitarist Ed 'the Shred' Clarke, bassist Billy Dedman, and drummer Donna Peters have earned a reputation as one of the UK's most electrifying live acts. Their powerhouse performances have been winning over crowds across the country, with critics and fans alike praising their energy, musicianship, and undeniable chemistry on stage.
It's no surprise they've caught the ear of blues-rock heavyweight Joe Bonamassa, who called them one of his "favourite discoveries," or that Classic Rock Magazine hailed their sound as "packed with ambition, fire, and killer songs."
Now crowned Band of the Year at the 2025 UK Blues Awards after the release of their first two albums, Brave Rival are gearing up to release their new EP 5 to 4 this October, showcasing their most dynamic, hard-hitting material yet. With soaring vocals, thunderous grooves, and fearless song writing, this new chapter promises to hit harder than ever.
Brave Rival are only getting started. Get on board or get out of the way.
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