Award-winning Brave Rival have officially launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the recording and release of their highly anticipated third studio album.
The campaign arrives following the success of the band’s critically acclaimed EP 5 to 4 and allows fans to directly support the creation of the new record while becoming part of the band’s next chapter.
Backers can access a range of exclusive rewards, including a special Kickstarter edition pre-order of the upcoming live album Hell of a Ride (Live in 25), available two months ahead of release, alongside exclusive live album merchandise.
Fans also have the rare chance to step inside the creative process itself, with opportunities to join the band in the studio during the recording of Album 3, appear on the album, or spend a day watching the recording sessions unfold firsthand. Supporters can additionally gain access to an exclusive listening party, offering the chance to hear the new album before anyone else.
The band describe the forthcoming release as their most ambitious and emotionally powerful work to date. Early response to the campaign has already been overwhelming, with more than 90% of the funding target reached within just three days of launch.
Funds raised through the campaign will help cover costs for Album 3, while continuing the band’s proudly independent and fan-supported approach to music.
Supporters are helping fuel Brave Rival’s continuing rise across the UK and European rock scene following a landmark year for the band.
Their latest EP 5 to 4 reached Number 4 in the Official UK Rock and Metal Charts and also secured the Number 1 position in the Official UK Album Breakers Chart, the band’s first ever chart-topping release. In 2025, the band were also named Band of the Year at the UK Blues Awards 2025.
Speaking about the new album, guitarist and vocalistEd Clarke says:
“This album feels like the natural evolution of everything we’ve built so far, We’ve grown massively as songwriters and performers over the last few years, and we genuinely believe these songs are the strongest we’ve ever written. The support from our fans has already blown us away.”
Lindsey Bonnick adds “The connection we’ve built with people at our live shows has been incredible. This Kickstarter is about bringing everyone into the process with us. We want the fans to feel like they’re part of Album 3 from day one.”
BassistBilly Dedman says “We’re not interested in making the same record twice. There’s going to be bigger energy, bigger hooks, and some really emotional moments on this album too. We can’t wait for people to hear where we’re going next.”
And Drummer Donna Peterscomments “Independent music survives because of passionate fans. Every pledge, every share, every message of support genuinely helps make this record possible. We’re incredibly grateful for this community.”
Fans can support the campaign through the official Kickstarter page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/brave-rival-album/brave-rival-album-3-0
UK Tour Dates:
May 17th – Fleet Harlington
June 4th – Newbury Arlington Arts
June 7th – Staines Thameside Brewery
June 18th – Isle Of Wight Festival
June 26th – ABR Festival
June 30th – Coulsdon Tuesday Night Music Club
July 18th – Upton Blues Festival
July 19th – Maid of Stone Festival
Aug 1st – Cambridge Rock Festival
Aug 21st – A New Day Festival
Sept 18th – Camberley Login Lounge
Sept 26th – Wolverhampton NWOCR Festival
Dec 17th – Portsmouth Wedgewood Rooms
Website: braverival.com
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