Eternate
Eternate: The Arena-Ready Architects of Modern Rock
Eternate is a British modern rock band known for crafting anthemic, synth-tinged rock with soaring choruses. Hailing from Manchester, the group achieved mainstream success with their second album, 'The Surface,' which debuted at number 5 on the UK Albums Chart and spawned a platinum-certified single.
Early career
Formed in 2012, the quartet of vocalist Leo Vance, guitarist Samir Cole, bassist Jenna Holt, and drummer Rhys Dawson cut their teeth in the city's vibrant live circuit. Their self-released 2014 EP, 'Fading Echoes,' caught the attention of independent label Circuit Records, which signed them and released their debut album 'Neon Glow' in 2016.
Breakthrough
The band's commercial breakthrough arrived in 2019 with their sophomore album, 'The Surface.' Led by the massive single 'Heartbeats in Static,' the album marked a shift toward a more polished, expansive sound that connected with a wider audience. 'Heartbeats in Static' reached number 12 on the UK Singles Chart and was later certified platinum for sales exceeding 600,000 copies.
Key tracks
Heartbeats in Static — This platinum-selling single defined their anthemic sound and broke them into the UK Top 20.
Echo Chamber — A fan-favorite album track known for its driving rhythm and critique of digital culture.
The Surface — The atmospheric title track showcased their growth in songwriting and production scope.
Burning Bridges — A later collaboration with producer Mike Crossey that became a staple of their live set.
Following the success of 'The Surface,' Eternate headlined major UK festivals and embarked on European tours. Their third album, 2022's 'Resonate,' debuted at number 3 on the UK chart and featured a notable collaboration with electronic artist Kite String on the track 'Frequencies.' The band has consistently emphasized the importance of dynamic live performance, a principle reflected in their energetic shows.
For fans of Eternate's blend of rock energy and melodic hooks, similar artists include Nothing But Thieves who share a taste for powerful vocals and genre-blending. Royal Blood mirrors their drive for massive, riff-based soundscapes. The anthemic quality of their work also finds parallels in Muse and the atmospheric rock of The National.
Eternate's music maintains strong rotation on modern rock and alternative radio stations across the network. Their hits are frequently featured on prime-time playlists for alternative rock radio stations and are staples on online rock radio streams seeking contemporary guitar-driven anthems.
Listeners can discover the powerful modern rock of Eternate through dedicated radio stations available on onairium.com, where their chart-topping anthems and deeper album cuts are regularly broadcast.
