Sunderland band RYDER step into the spotlight with their debut single “Broken Footsteps,” a sharp, stomping introduction to their upcoming album ‘Only The Brave.’ Rooted in the melodic drive of Britpop and the grit of indie rock, the track delivers big hooks, ringing guitars, and a rhythm section that hits with confidence.
“Broken Footsteps” captures the band’s songwriting instinct from the first bar. Featuring Zak Starkey on drums and striking cover artwork by Gareth Halliday, the single feels immediate and purposeful. It is raw without feeling loose, anthemic without overreaching — the sound of a young band locking into their identity early.
Signed to producer Nick Brine’s Flip Flop Records and managed by Kyle Dale of Bittersweet Home, RYDER have moved quickly. Formed less than a year ago, they spent four months recording their 12-track debut album ‘Only The Brave,’ shaping a record built on direct lyrics and driving melodies.
Across ‘Only The Brave,’ RYDER channel the spirit of classic Britpop while carving out their own lane. It is a debut that lands with weight — full of ambition, energy, and the kind of choruses built to echo back from a packed room.