Based in London, Joe Osgood & The Fathers of Light are a band that draws on decorated experience while being propelled by a hunger for discovery. The group takes cues from acts such as The War On Drugs, Future Islands and The Verve, shaping a sound that brings together widescreen indie rock with subtle electronic elements and global rhythms. At the centre of the project is singer-songwriter Joseph Dean-Osgood, whose previous performances have seen him play alongside the likes of Badly Drawn Boy and The Faces.
His commanding presence and lyrical panache form the band’s identity, tying together their ambitious sonic output with a profoundly personal voice. Joining him is guitarist Graham Prior, whose credentials speak for themselves; having performed at the Royal Albert Hall alongside Kenney Jones, Paul Weller and Pete Townsend, his expressive guitar work forms a vital part of the band’s character.
His unique sound and live intensity help define the group’s musical vision, bringing both impact and intricacy to their arrangements while drummer Mantu completes the line-up, best known as a founding member of the pioneering collective Transglobal Underground. First unveiling their original sound in 2019 with the debut single “Make You Dance,” they returned in 2023 with their sophomore outing “We Are The People” with their third single, “Amsterdam,” arriving last year.
Now they bring us their latest release with their new single titled “Never Believers,” a song that’s already positioned itself as a defining moment for the band, securing airplay on BBC 5 Live and climbing to the top of The Revival Chart on New Dawn FM. Beyond radio success, the track has also found its way onto the playlists of British Airways’ worldwide fleet, extending the band’s reach across borders and audiences around the world.
Recorded at the legendary Eastcote Studios in West London on the very desk that Bob Marley laid down his landmark album Exodus, “Never Believers” carries the weight of its setting while showcasing the band’s pure energy. Opting for a stripped-down approach, the song was captured in just a handful of live takes, preserving the intimate feel of their performance. Brought in by the swell of instrumentation, the crash of guitar and drums injects a burst of rock energy before simmering down as Joseph’s alluring voice enters to spin smooth melodic leads carrying heartfelt lyricism above the steady patter of percussion and twang of guitars.
With a bouncy chorus brimming with grooving rhythm, delicate piano and catchy vocal hooks, “Never Believers” sees Joe Osgood & The Fathers of Light serve up an epic slice of pop-tinged rock music that’s sure to win over both new and existing fans alike. Paired with the single is a music video created by Steve Graham which features hazy scenes of Joseph cruising down dusty desert highways, bringing the music alive on screen in spectacular fashion. It’s a superb new release from a talented outfit that continues to operate at the very highest level on their thrilling musical journey.
Watch the music video for Never Believers below
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