Skies Behind are a fully independent alternative rock band from Cork, Ireland.
The band released a series of singles in 2023 which pioneered the band’s bangers only mentality.
Furthering this mentality, their new EP "The Spaces" was released on January 5th. This EP received an overwhelmingly positive reception with prominent Spotify playlist placements in New Music Friday UK, Alternative Ireland alongside reviews in The GOO Guide Dublin, HotPress, Golden Plec Irish Picks, Couch Magazine, Indie Boulevard, and many more.
In support of this release the band also embarked on their first ever Ireland & UK headline tour. "The Spaces Tour", saw them play 12 headline shows all across the UK and Ireland in cities like London, Birmingham, Newcastle and Glasgow. Highlights of this tour included a sold out home town show in Cork and packed out shows at Whelan's - Dublin, Little Buildings - Newcastle, The Sunflower Lounge, Birmingham and Broadcast - Glasgow.
The band draw their influences from acts such as Biffy Clyro, Foo Fighters, Pillow Queens, Bloc Party, Boygenius and many more. Skies Behind is Dan Sheedy (Vocals and Rhythm guitar), Joe Clarke (Drums) and Richard Brett (Lead Guitar).
Skies Behind are also responsible for the creation, curation and running of the UnCorked Independent Music Showcase. This event seeks to further strengthen the community of independent Cork musicians while showcasing their immense talents on Cork’s most iconic stage.
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“Unapologetic and captivating”
— Earmilk
“Under the stormy sky resonates a rock so mind-boggling and powerful that it’s as if the winds of time carry it forward, breaking through the walls of ordinariness.“
— Indie Boulevard
“The musical arrangement is incredibly dynamic, launching the listener from one potent emotion to another, deftly building tension and exploding into passages of pure head-banging goodness.”
— IndieMusic
“From the get-go, it’s clear that “I Love It” is a modern rock anthem with a gritty edge. The song erupts into a frenzy of crunching guitars and thunderous drums, showcasing the band’s ability to switch up moods between softer moments, high-octane bursts of energy and bold half-time rhythms. The result is an astonishing display of impassioned performance and gripping songwriting.”
— Plastic
“In the heart of Cork, a musical revolution is brewing, and its name is Skies Behind.”
“As they continue to evolve, Skies Behind remains a beacon of defiance, hope, and unparalleled musical talent in the vibrant Irish music landscape.”
— Maelle Miller, Voice Magazine
“Already housing an eclectic and stadium-ready discography the sky really is the limit for ‘Skies Behind’.”
— Ciarán Coleman, Right Chord Music
“Infectious indie rock with impressive riffs”
— Hotpress
“A shoegaze-meets indie rock sound with an undeniable listenability”
— Adam Wright, Our Sound Music