Sleeping With Giants

01793 704543

Sector: Music

Key Skills

music, Festival, Swindon, indie, music band gig

Key Clients

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“Oxford have Radiohead, Bristol have Massive Attack, now Swindon have Sleeping With Giants” says Oasis keyboard player Mike Rowe. And this indie-rock 5-piece certainly have that kind of potential with the release of their debut album, Old English History, featuring Massive Attack guitarist Angleo Bruschini. Fresh from Radio 1s big weekend, Sleeping with Giants are being tipped as one of the bands to watch for 2010. Anthemic songs, intriguing lyrics and a captivating live performance are propelling this band into into the spotlight. “We’re not your typical band. For us, it’s all about getting the details right, working on the vocals in particular, and it really makes a difference for the live show”, says Robbie Richings, lead singer with the band. The attention to detail certainly has an impact with their energetic live shows, making Sleeping With Giants a must-see band over the next year. ‘Old English History’ was released on September 14th and is available from all online stores including iTunes.

SWG’s Band Members

Robbie – Vocals/Guitar
Andy – Keys
James – Drums
Jon – Lead Guitar
Sam – Bass

Key People

Gary Edwards

Band Manager/Promoter
Hailing from a strong sales background into music. A friend of the band members for over 10 years, has now taken on the role of SWG's Manager and Promoter as of 2010. Living in Swindon and watching the band develop to what I truly believe will be a force to be reckoned with. Planning, not only for the rest of this year, but for the foreseeable future of the Giants.

Robbie Richings

Lead Singer, Songwriter and Acoustic Guitarist
Robbie is one of the most talented songwriters in the UK at the moment, and his ability is also drawing international attention. With a seemingly endless supply of songs with great potential, clever lyrics and an impassioned live performance, Robbie provides a good focus as the lead singer and songwriter for the band.

James Richings

Drums & Backing Vocals
James has been playing music from the age of five. Accomplished on the piano and guitar, as well as drums, he brings a good general knowledge of composition to the band, particularly when it comes to vocal harmonies.

Andy Merryweather

Keys
Andy has been playing music from a very early age, his piano riffs match those of a lead guitarist thus making him a key figure in the Giants' line up. Adapting well from his Jazz piano upbringing and turning into an indie rock pianist to match any other. Lending his vocals, also, has meant this band execute a 3-part harmony with exciting results.

Sam Tray

Bass Guitar
Has been playing guitar and bass since the age of 13. Joined the band in 2008. Using a Ibanez GSR200 and a Trace Elliot 1215 Combo. Main bass influences include; Jack Bruce, Paul Mccartney, John Paul Jones and Guy Berryman.

Jon Oborne

Lead Guitarist
Jon joined the ‘Giants’ in early 2010 after many years following the Swindon music scene and being a fan of the band. He first picked up an electric guitar at the age of 11 and never looked back. Also a keen pianist and music production enthusiast, Jon brings electrifying riffs and lead sections to the band.

Business Info

Turnover

N/A

No. Employees

5

Year Established

2007