Rival State
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| Rival State | |
|---|---|
| Origin | New Plymouth, New Zealand |
| Genres | |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Website | www |
| Members | Jo Einarsson Stefan Einarsson Valdimar Einarsson Nimal Fernando |
Rival State is an alternative rock band based out of London, United Kingdom. Formed in New Plymouth, New Zealand in 2002, Nimal Fernando, Jo Einarsson, Stefan Einarsson and Valdi Einarsson.[1]
The band released their debut album Apollo Me[2] on 12 October 2012 in New Zealand, where it reached No 1 on the Top 20 New Zealand Album Charts[3] and No 10 on the New Zealand Top 40 Album Charts.[4]
In 2014 the band relocated to London, where they released their Youth Tax EP on 22 October 2014.[5]
On October 14, 2015 the band announced the departure of frontman, Luke Adrian van Hoof.
Contents
Discography
Studio Albums
| Year | Album | Chart positions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NZ Top 40 Albums Chart | Top 20 NZ Albums Chart | ||
| 2012 | Apollo Me[2]
|
10[4] | 1[3] |
EPs
Singles
- 'Modern Living' (2015)
- "Keepsake" (2015)
- "Sleep Talker" (2014)
- "Aces" (2014)
Band Members
- Current Band Members
- Nimal Fernando - guitar, backing vocals (2002 – present)
- Jo Einarsson - guitar (2002 – present)
- Stefan Einarsson - bass guitar (2002 – present)
- Valdimar Einarsson - drums (2012 – present)
Ex Band Members
- Luke Van Hoof - lead vocals, guitar (2005 – 2015)
References
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External links
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- Rival State on Instagram
- Rival State's channel on YouTube
