The Riptide Movement are celebrating their 20th anniversary with their new single, Owe You A Lot, with a new album to follow later this year. We asked them the BIG questions . . .
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Formed in 2006, The Riptide Movement blend indie, folk, blues, and classic rock into a sound uniquely their own. Across five albums, including the chart-topping Getting Through.
"Reaching 20 years as a band makes you reflect on everything you've shared," they say. "The people, the places, the moments that shape you, and the connections with family, friends, and society that influence your life’s journey.
"Owe You A Lot came from that place. It feels familiar but also completely new for us, especially with JPR taking on vocals for the first time. It’s about honouring where we’ve been while still feeling excited about where we’re going."
Tell us three things about yourself . . .
Jay: I'm a big trad music supporter and love playing in sessions.
I'm a lifelong Liverpool and football fan.
I'm big into alternative or holistic health modalities.
How would you describe your music?
Jay: Blues/rock with a Dublin stomp. I love that you can move to a lot of our music. Leave your worries at the door and have a good time.
Who are your musical inspirations?
Gerry: Rory Gallagher, Van Morrison, The Doors, Kings of Leon, The War on Drugs, Willie Nile, Tony Colton, Led Zeppelin!
What was the first gig you ever went to?
Jay: I think it was watching Mal in his band at the time, The Relic. I must have been 18 or how old was I?
What was the first record you ever bought?
Gerry: Nirvana – Nevermind.
What’s your favourite song right now?
Jay: Cable Boy - Something in my Head. New Band I heard on the radio that I'm digging at the moment!
Favourite lyric of all time?
Jay: "Oh I wish I had been born a girl instead of what I am, Oh I wish I had been born a girl and not this mess of a man" - Born a Girl by Manic Street Preachers - If you felt like slipping your skin, this song evokes that!
If you could only listen to one song for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Ger: Rainy Night in Soho - The Pogues.
Where can people find your music/more information?
Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, our website.
Alan Corr
