An underground alternative rock act.
Burntwood combine inventive songwriting with expansive atmospherics. They incorporate elements of post-rock, americana and alternative. The London four-piece release their debut, self-titled record on 4 July 2025. 'Burntwood' explores the melding of modern technology, nature and relationships through dreamlike soundscapes, driving beats and intertwined vocal lines. Evoking Wilco, Pixies and The Replacements, big melodies lie at the heart of the songs. With songwriting shared between Chris Hornsby (Lead vocals and guitar), Simon Shippey (vocals, guitar and keys) and Tim Thackray (vocals, bass), there’s an eclectic energy to their output, which flexes from raucous 3-minute numbers to more expansive, immersive explorations. Burntwood are completed by drummer John Singh.

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Burntwood plays alternative indie rock infused with americana elements and expansive post-rock atmospherics.
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The London four-piece consists of Chris Hornsby, Simon Shippey, Tim Thackray, and John Singh.
Burntwood is based in London, UK.