ABOUT THE BAND
The Ariston, an indie/alternative band formed and fronted by Luca Slade and Will Parsonson (bass) in 2021, later to be joined by Finn Bunce (drums) and Nathan ‘Nate’ Melhuish (guitar), creates deeply emotional music rooted in vulnerability and personal growth. Their lyrics explore themes of heartbreak, grief, and identity, offering a cathartic experience for their fans, known as 'The Aristans'.
With influences ranging from The Kooks to Arctic Monkeys, their sound blends classic guitar-driven indie with a fresh, yearning energy. Following the success of singles like 'Yellow Lines' and 'The Festival,' they were nominated for Songs Behind the Music's Breakthrough Artist of the Year 2024. This year the band is poised for even bigger things, with their upcoming track 'Simona' set for release and to be distributed by Universal Music.
They're gaining attention worldwide and preparing for major shows, including a support slot for The Lottery Winners at the O2 Academy Bristol. Their music connects emotionally, offering a sense of belonging and pride for listeners.
TESTIMONIALS
'We love The Ariston's sound. A great group of hard-working and talented lads who deserve to do well. We think they (and their Insta!) are so great, we've offered them an opening slot on our latest UK tour.' - The Lottery Winners
'I love this band! Top tunes, top lads! Apart from the Spurs lad! (Will Parsonson)' - Jamie Brown, Record Producer, JBJ Recording Studio
'Caught The Ariston live in Oxford. Great show! Stage presence and musicianship on point. We've since had the pleasure of getting to know the boys by working with them on a few collabs. Cool guys. Hard-working, dedicated and, above all, bloody nice chaps!' - Ten of Clubs
'We first saw The Ariston perform in November 2021 in Kingston and were immediately impressed by their professionalism and musicality. Their distinct sound quickly stood out, and their potential was clear. Since then, they’ve been one of our top bands to book, consistently delivering great performances at festivals and large gigs. We’re excited to see them continue to grow in the music industry.' - Kev, The Basement Door
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