Raleigh Ritchie, also known as Jacob Anderson, is an alternative RnB singer-songwriter, rapper, record producer, and actor. Anderson acts under his own name, Jacob Anderson, but performs music as Raleigh Ritchie. As an actor, Anderson is best known for playing Grey Worm on the HBO television series “Game of Thrones.” Anderson was born in Bristol, England, and he began his... read full bio
Ramona Lisa is the project of composer and vocalist Caroline Polachek. She chose to release her music in an alternative way, through choreographed and costumed live sets under a variety of different monikers. Later, her LP, ‘Arcadia,’ was released under Polachek’s definite stage name, Ramona Lisa. Polachek self-produced her first record, recording vocals into her laptop and composing background sounds... read full bio
Rare Americans are dynamic storytellers of the genuine and honest, not just a band. Crooked & Catchy, one of their songs, is an ode for everyone battling life's most difficult obstacles. Labels Not what they do. They have an intense independence. They've put out four albums and an EP, and they're only getting started. Their path is equally as unique as... read full bio
Rat Boy is an act that mixes together indie rock and hip-hop genres. Rat Boy uses bass, guitar, and drums to create a unique blend of sounds. The band has been compared to artists like The Beastie Boys, The Clash, and Jamie T. They gained recognition after winning NME Magazine’s Best New Artist Award. The band was also listed on... read full bio
Singer-songwriter Addy Harris, who is based in Chicago, is the person behind Rat Tally. Harris made a comeback after her self-released When You Wake Up EP with the track "Shrug" and the news that she had signed with 6131 Records, the label that helped Julien Baker and Katie Malco get their starts. In My Vehicle, Rat Tally's debut full-length, was released... read full bio
With roots in the punk and shoegaze scenes, Ratbag's most recent album was only recently released following her debut as a musician. The artist's first track, "rats in my walls," was released and already she is showing signs of confidence, which is especially striking given the world of terror depicted in the music video that goes along with it. Of course, the... read full bio
Tinashe Fazakerley, known as Rationale, is a singer and songwriter. He is best known for his eclectic, soulful sound, a fusion of R&B and alternative pop. Rationale uses electronic music influences in his work, melding together different genres to create totally unique tracks. Rationale debuted his career on Soundcloud and Spotify. He gained recognition through these platforms, even artists like... read full bio
A two-piece band called Raue is bringing back the alternative rock grunge sound from the 1990s while performing with the intensity of a punk band. Paige Kalenian and Jax Huckle are members of the band, which is based in Santa Cruz, California. The songs' melodies are written and performed by Paige, while Jax fills in on drums, giving them a... read full bio
Brooklyn-based indie pop duo Ray Bull are not just a budding indie band but also influencers and content producers. They have amassed a devoted fan base on social media within the last two years. Currently has 173K Instagram followers and 456K TikTok followers. Aaron Graham and Tucker Elkins make up Ray Bull. After meeting in art school, they started writing music. Filmmaker... read full bio
Ray Davies is the legendary lead singer, chief songwriter, and rhythm guitarist in The Kinks, one of the most long-lived of the British Invasion rock groups of the 1960s. Davies writes and sings nearly all their songs with the occasional contribution from his brother, Dave, who plays lead guitar in the group. During the '90s, The Kinks gradually became inactive... read full bio
Raye is a singer and songwriter from London. She is best known for her work with Jonas Blue, Charli XCX, and Jax Jones. Raye launched into to fame with her solo act after her mention on the BBC Music Sound of list, at third place. Her songs ‘The Line,’ ‘Decline,’ and ‘Check’ hit the charts in the United Kingdom and... read full bio
Razor Braids is a queer, female, and non-binary identifying rock band from Brooklyn that fuses intense punk intensity with indie rock sensitivity to create dynamic live performances and a sound rooted in the 90s alternative aesthetic. Since the outbreak, they have headlined and sold out a number of adored Brooklyn venues, including Pianos, Elsewhere, Union Pool (Album Release), Sultan Room,... read full bio
Ready the Prince is a rock band from Toronto, Ontario, Canada, that is known for their visceral and emotional performances. The band was formed in 2012 and is led by Steve DeCiantis (vocals, bass), who is also a member of the band, and Daniel Prada (guitar), who is a member of the band. They have a live drummer to round... read full bio
Real Estate is a rock band comprised of five members. Their sound contains hints of dream pop, indie, psychedelics, and surf. Inspired by artists such as Weezer, Built to Spill, and Pavement. The bands self-titled debut album received critical acclaim and a Best New Music tag from Pitchfork Media. This launched them into tours, supporting acts such as Kurt Vile,... read full bio
While the world has changed since Real Friends first appeared, the band's aim has not. The Illinois quartet continues to bleed unapologetically and produce songs that make it normal to feel everything: the ups, the downs and everything in between. Rather than shy away from emotion, the band runs right into it with distortion turned up and hearts wide open, deepening... read full bio
Kev Kharas, Tom Watson, and Patrick King founded the London-based electronic band Real Lies. In 2015, they issued Real Life, their self-titled debut album. Watson's departure from the band has left them as a duet. The band hails from Holloway in London, and its songs make references to the boroughs of Islington and Haringey. In April 2022, Lad Ash, their... read full bio
Producer and writer Dylan Chenfeld, a resident of New York City, created Rebounder with his brother Noah Chenfeld. Cobey Arner and Zack Kantor have joined. The FADER, NME, Office Magazine, DIY, Notion and Culness have already given Rebounder early accolades and they have a long history of supporting artists like The Neighbourhood, Dayglow, Cautious Clay and Nasty Cherry on tour. Their single "Night Sports" ended an... read full bio
Red Fang is a hard rock band from Portland, Oregon. Founding members David Sullivan, Maurice Bryan Giles, Aaron Beam, and John Sherman came together to perform distinct, compelling rock music. After releasing the album Murder the Mountains, Red Fang hit the US Top Heatseekers chart at number 25, receiving critical acclaim. Their rise to fame led to a worldwide tour,... read full bio
Red Hot Chili Peppers, formed in 1983 in Los Angeles, California, is an iconic American rock band known for their unique blend of traditional funk and various other genres such as hip hop, punk rock and psychedelic rock. The band's rise to fame began with their hit record "Blood Sugar Sex Magik", which sold over thirteen million copies and propelled... read full bio
Red Leather is an enigma in the alternative music scene, and not just because he wears a tasseled Stetson hat over his face. After years of drug abuse and adversity, he visually disappears but sonically remains unique, distancing himself from his body to rebuild his identity. After defeating his previous obstacles, he enters a new phase of clarity and dedication... read full bio
