Brave Rival Release First Single & Video ‘Poison’ from Upcoming EP, watch below.
Award-winning Brave Rival launch an exciting new chapter with the release of ‘Poison’, the first single & video from their forthcoming EP.
This as yet untitled EP will be the band’s first as a four-piece.
Crowned Band of the Year at the 2025 UK Blues Awards, praised by Classic Rock Magazine for their “ambition, fire, and killer songs,” and hailed by blues-rock icon Joe Bonamassa as one of his “favourite discoveries,” this powerhouse quartet is now gearing up to release their most dynamic and hard-hitting music to date.
Produced by Tarrant Shepherd and recorded at Global Fire Studios in Fareham, the sessions were professionally filmed for a stunning series of music videos. Each track has also been mixed in immersive Dolby Atmos, creating an incredible fusion of visuals and sound that offers fans a truly unforgettable experience.
Brave Rival are Lindsey Bonnick (lead vocals), Donna Peters (drums, percussion, acoustic guitar, vocals), Ed ‘the Shred’ Clarke (guitars, vocals), and Billy ‘Danger’ Dedman (bass guitar, vocals).
Poison is classic rock at its most electrifying. What began as a playful challenge, (could Brave Rival write the AC/DC anthem that never existed?) quickly became something more powerful than they imagined.
Speaking about the track, lead vocalist Lindsey Bonnick says “When the guys sent me the first demo for Poison, I was immediately inspired. The melody and lyrics poured out of me and by the morning we had our first single!” Guitarist Ed adds “It was Billy who set the challenge to write a song in the vein of AC/DC, or our recent faves, The Southern River Band. What was initially a bit of a ’tongue in cheek’ riff quickly became this huge driving anthem”
The EP will be released this October.
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A launch gig for the EP is set to take place at the legendary 100 Club in London on 15th October 2025, followed by a UK tour.
Tickets Open now via https://wegottickets.com/event/659374
TOUR DATES
24th Aug – Colne Great British R&B Festival
4th Sept – Wolverhampton KK’s Steel Mill
5th Sept – Southampton The Brook
6th Sept – Edinburgh Liquid Rooms (Supporting FM)
7th Sept – Newcastle Wylam Brewery (Supporting FM)
11th Sept – Bristol The Fleece (Supporting FM)
12th Sept – Cardiff The Globe (Supporting FM)
14th Sept – Colchester Arts Centre (Supporting FM)
28th Sept – Southend Chinnerys (Supporting FM)
1st Oct – Gloucester Guildhall (Co-Headline with Alice Armstrong)
2nd Oct – Manchester Night & Day Cafe
11th Oct – Godalming Borough Hall
12th Oct – Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre (Matinee & Evening shows)
15th Oct – London 100 Club (EP LAUNCH SHOW)
16th Oct – Norwich Brickmakers
18th Oct – Aldershot West End Centre
25th Oct – Hartlepool Hallelujah Festival
26th Oct – Lincoln The Drill
6th Nov – Derby Flowerpot
7th Nov – Whitby Rocks Festival
8th Nov – Dudley Lamp Tavern
5th Dec – Looe Blues Rhythm and Rock Festival
6th Dec – Bristol Louisiana (Co-Headliner with Alice Armstrong)
7th Dec – Staines Thameside Taphouse and Brewery
18th Dec – Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre
19th Dec – Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms
21st Dec – Hastings The Carlisle
Fresh from winning “Blues Band of the Year” at the 2025 UK Blues Awards, Brave Rival are proud to announce a brand-new EP, due for release in Autumn 2025. The as-yet-untitled EP will mark the band’s first release as a four-piece, signalling an exciting new chapter in their evolution.
The EP, featuring brand new songs written by the band’s current line-up, will be produced by Tarrant Shepherd and recorded at Global Fire Creative’s studio in Fareham. Sessions will be both recorded and filmed, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the band’s bold new material.
“Towards the end of last year, when we made the decision to continue as a four, we immediately knew we wanted to get new music out that would reflect our new line up but also our determination and creativity as a band. We began working on songs straight away and cannot wait to start sharing them with the world,” says Billy
“When we received the news that Chloe would be leaving the band that was of course devastating for us all. I remember the 4 of us having a meeting to decide what we should do. Initially, the question was, should we continue? And it was instantly apparent to us that we wanted to keep going, that we had more to give,” recalls Lindsey
Drummer Donna Peters adds, “Things have moved really quickly but with that pace has come fresh ideas and an abundance of creativity. Really feels like we are blossoming into this harder edged but still beautiful version of Brave Rival.”
“Whilst we spent the start of this year looking at our options for the line up and if we should appoint a new 2nd singer, we had gig commitments to fulfil,” explains guitarist Ed ‘the Shred’. “So, we decided to tackle them head on as a four. And what we found was kinda liberating. The vibe didn’t change as much as you might expect. 80% of the band is now 100% of the band so the energy is still as strong and focused as ever.”
Pre-order details for the new EP will be announced soon.
A launch gig for the EP is set to take place at the legendary 100 Club in London on 15th October 2025, followed by a full UK tour.
Pre Sale Tickets Open now via https://wegottickets.com/event/659374
Pre Sale Tickets also available via Solid Entertainments on their Telephone booking line (no booking fee): 01472 349 222
Tickets then go on general Sale on Saturday 10th via www.solidentertainments.com
Brave Rival are Lindsey Bonnick (lead vocals), Donna Peters (drums, percussion, acoustic guitar), Ed ‘the Shred’ Clarke (guitars), and Billy ‘Danger’ Dedman (bass guitar).
Their last album, Fight or Flight, drew widespread acclaim and cemented their reputation as one of the UK’s most exciting rock acts.
With a renewed lineup, a new EP, and a London launch show and tour on the horizon, Brave Rival are ready to embrace a powerful new era.
As Classic Rock Magazine said “Watch their ascension continue”
Website: braverival.com
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