AK & The Red Kites is a modern rock band with a retro infused vibe bearing big riffs, foot-stomping grooves and vast melodic soundscapes.

The debut EP ‘Proverbial Storm’ gained high acclaim and firmly showcases Knightleys eclectic range as a songwriter and musician; ranging from full on high tempo hard rockers to panoramic swamp with incursions into country and blues rock territory in the vein of Rival Sons, Richie Kotzen and ZZ Top. The tracks have been drawing attention including ‘Stronger’ being personally playlisted by Slash on Spotify and videos racking up near a qaurter of a million streams, the title track was featured in Classic Rock Tracks of The Week and My Global Mind Magazine calling the power trio, "A unique fusion of delta blues, country, and high-energy hard-edged rock."

Revenant brings a huge rock sound with a southern spin and have been compared to bands like Chris Cornell, Alter Bridge, and Black Stone Cherry.

Their debut EP 'What A Time To Be Alive' was released to critical acclaim in 2024 and followed by the live album ‘What A Time To Be Live’ with Powerplay Magazine enthusing, “One of most refreshing and exciting sounds around" and are making waves on the live circuit having wowed at shows and festivals alike including Firevolt Manchester and Maid of Stone Kent. The new EP ‘Black Dogs and Sad Men’ is out now garnering rave reviews and gaining them new fans; "Southern dirt, pensive twists and bright 70s flair." Classic Rock Magazine. With such accolades, the southern UK rockers might just become your favourite new band.

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