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By The Rivers are a six-piece Brit Reggae band from Leicester, England. Termed 'Brit Reggae' by BBC 1Xtra's David Rodigan, the band have received extensive airplay nationwide. In 2013, the band were choosen at one of five future stars of Glastonbury Festival's Pyramid Stage alongside Bastille, Foals, The Strypes & Jessie Ware by the BBC.

The band's sound combines reggae, ska, funk, soul, afro-beat and pop. They have been noted for the catchy and empowering lyrics.

Overview
The band was formed in 2010 by Nile Barrow and Jordan Birtles, and in that time have played Glastonbury Festival, T In The Park, Larmer Tree Festival and Boomtown Fair amongst others.

Band members include: Nile Barrow (Vocals/Guitar), Sam Reid (Guitar), Jordan Birtles (Drums/Percussion), Matt Willars (Bass), Will Todd (Saxophone) and Rob Spalton (Trumpet). Previous members include Daryl Reid (Guitar/Vocals) and Leo May (Trumpet).

The band have supported the likes of The Specials, Jamie Cullum, Madness, Dawn Penn, Maxi Priest, John Holt, Tarrus Riley, Neville Staple, The Buzzcocks, The Beat, The Selecter, and Fun Lovin’ Criminals.

Releases
The band's eponymous debut album was released in May 2013 on Kompyla Records. This followed two EPs and three singles released between 2010 and 2013.

Festival Appearances
Glastonbury, T In The Park, Bestival, Larmer Tree Festival, Green Man Festival, Shambala Festival, Kendal Calling, Secret Garden Party, Nozstock Festival of Performing Arts, Fusion Festival, Boomtown Fair, Summer Sundae, Strawberry Fields Festival, Y Not Festival