Solemn Sun Explained

Jim Lockey and the Solemn Sun
Origin:Cheltenham, England
Years Active:2009–2017 2019-2023

Jim Lockey and the Solemn Sun (formerly Solemn Sun) are an English rock band from Cheltenham, England.[1]

The band members are; Jim Lockey (Guitar/ vocals), Andy Oliveri (Bass), Simon Cripps (Drums) and Chris Capewheel (Guitar / vocals)[2]

History

2009 - 2014: Jim Lockey & The Solemn Sun

Formed as a Folk/Punk band[3] The band released their debut album 'Atlases' in June 2010[4] on istartedthefire records. The album was recorded at Steve Winwood's Wincraft Studios and produced by MPG Engineer of the year and double Grammy Award nominated producer James Towler.[5] Jim Lockey & The Solemn Sun signed to Xtra Mile Recordings in December 2011.[6] They released their second album, 'Death', produced by Peter Miles[7] on Xtra Mile in April 2012.[8] [9]

In 2012 Jim Lockey & The Solemn Sun played sets at festivals around the world as well as two UK headline tours.[10] The band has played alongside the likes of Mumford & Sons, Frank Turner, Dry the River, Johnny Flynn, Alessi's Ark and Pete Doherty,[11] with Jim rounding off 2012 opening for friend, fan[12] and label mate Frank Turner on his UK and Ireland headline tour in November/December. February 2013 saw the band playing a 5-week headline tour of the UK and a U.S run with Dropkick Murphys, followed by appearances at South by Southwest and a short European tour. They played a number of UK/EU summer festivals in 2013.[13]

2014: Solemn Sun

In July 2014, the band announced they would be returning under the name of "Solemn Sun" and a change in musical style.[14] Jim Lockey played a selection of the Jim Lockey & The Solemn Sun's former works for what he claimed to be the last ever time[15] in an acoustic set at 2000trees.

The band released their first EP after the change in styles titled § on 13 October 2014.[16]

2022/23: Jim Lockey and the Solemn Sun

In early 2022 the band announced they would return as JL&TSS and a new album will be released via Xtra Mile Recordings in 2023, beginning with single 'Reno' on 12.05.23.

Discography

Studio albums

Extended plays

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Jim Lockey & The Solemn Sun Biography. Contact Music. 24 April 2013.
  2. News: Jim Lockey & The Solemn Sun Biography. BBC Music. 18 April 2012 . 13 July 2015.
  3. Web site: Jim Lockey & The Solemn Sun Biography. last.fm. 24 April 2013.
  4. Web site: iTunes Preview - Atlases. iTunes. 24 April 2013.
  5. Web site: Jim Lockey & The Solemn Sun - Atlases. istartedthefire records. 24 April 2013.
  6. Web site: Introducing Xtra Mile Recording's Newest Signings... Jim Lockey and the Solemn Sun. Xtra Mile Recordings website. 24 April 2013.
  7. Web site: Artists - Jim Lockey & The Solemn Sun. Xtra Mile Recordings website. 24 April 2013.
  8. Web site: JIM LOCKEY & THE SOLEMN SUN – DEATH. Punktastic. 24 April 2013.
  9. News: Morris. Stephen. Stephen Morris reviews Jim Lockey and the Solemn Sun. BBC. 18 April 2012 . 9 May 2013.
  10. Web site: SXSW Schedule - Jim Lockey & The Solemn Sun. South By South West. 24 April 2013.
  11. Web site: Jim Lockey & the Solemn Sun Biography. last.fm. 24 April 2013.
  12. Web site: Band Crush - Frank Turner On Jim Lockey And The Solemn Sun. NME Online. 24 April 2013.
  13. Web site: SXSW Schedule - Jim Lockey & The Solemn Sun. South By South West. 24 April 2013.
  14. Web site: JIM LOCKEY AND THE SOLEMN SUN ARE NOW JUST SOLEMN SUN. Rock Sound. 22 July 2014.
  15. Web site: Jim Lockey & Solemn Sun's final set at 2000 Trees is the perfect way to close the Friday. eFestivals. 22 July 2014.
  16. Web site: EXCLUSIVE: SOLEMN SUN STREAM NEW EP AHEAD OF RELEASE. Kerrang. 13 July 2015.