Collection: Shines

Formed in Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, in 2023, Shines are an indie band driven by momentum, instinct and a genuine love for creating music together. The four-piece consists of Richie Dutton (vocals and songwriting), Ethan Taylor (guitar), Chris Day (drums) and Danny Thomas (bass). Every song is written from scratch in the room, led by melody and feel, with the band remaining hands-on throughout the entire creative process, from recording to artwork and visuals. Shines released their debut album, How It Ends, in 2024, laying the foundations for an impressive run of singles that quickly gained attention and led to their signing with Echo Bass Records. Recent releases, including Same Streets, Different Ghosts and A Certain Place, have continued to build on that momentum. The band have received regular support from BBC Introducing, Radio X and Amazing Radio, with early singles such as Home and Stunt Double earning repeat plays. Radio X presenter John Kennedy has championed Shines from the very beginning, featuring all of their recent singles and naming Same Streets, Different Ghosts as one of his Hot Ones. Known for their energetic, connection-driven live shows, Shines have built a growing reputation both on record and on stage. Their performances are physical, social and immersive, bringing their songs to life in a way that feels even more complete in a live setting. With national tastemaker support and a forward-looking approach, Shines are a band firmly on the rise.