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Enter Shikari are a British rock band formed in St Albans in 1999 by bassist Chris Batten, lead vocalist and keyboardist Rou Reynolds, and drummer Rob Rolfe. In 2003, guitarist Rory Clewlow joined the band to complete its current line-up, and it adopted its current name.

Key Information

In 2006, they performed to a growing fanbase at Download Festival as well as a sold-out concert at the London Astoria. Their debut studio album, Take to the Skies, was released on 19 March 2007 and reached number 4 in the Official UK Album Chart, and has since been certified gold in the UK. Their second, Common Dreads, was released on 15 June 2009 and debuted on the UK Albums Chart at number 16;[2] while their third, A Flash Flood of Colour, was released on 16 Jan 2012 and debuted on the chart at number 4. Both have since been certified silver in the UK. The band spent a considerable amount of time supporting the latter release through the A Flash Flood of Colour World Tour, before beginning work on a fourth studio album, The Mindsweep, which was released on 19 Jan 2015. Their fifth studio album The Spark was released on 22 September 2017. Their sixth album Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible was released on 17 April 2020. Their seventh and latest album, A Kiss for the Whole World, was released on 21 April 2023 which gave them their first-ever No. 1 album.[3]

Enter Shikari have their own record label, Ambush Reality. However, they have also signed distribution deals with several major labels to help with worldwide distribution. Their eccentric musical style combines influences from rock music genres with those from various electronic music genres.

History

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Beginnings (1999–2006)

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In 1999 a band named Hybryd formed, consisting of Rou Reynolds on guitar and vocals, Chris Batten on bass guitar, and Rob Rolfe on drums. They released an EP called Commit No Nuisance, which featured the tracks "Perfect Pygmalion", "Look Inside", "Torch Song", "Honesty Box" and "Fake". In 2003, with the addition of guitarist Rory Clewlow, Hybryd became Enter Shikari. The band was named after Shikari, a boat belonging to Reynolds' uncle. In a 2011 interview, Rolfe explained that: "Shikari is a Hindi word for hunter."[4] After the band's line-up and name change, Reynolds focused his musical efforts on vocals and electronics instead of guitar.[5]

During 2003 and 2004, the band released three demo EPs (Nodding Acquaintance, Anything Can Happen in the Next Half Hour and Sorry You're Not a Winner) that were available from their gigs and their website, featuring original versions of some songs that were eventually re-recorded for their debut album, Take to the Skies. They would frequently make appearances at their local music venue, The Pioneer Club, where they would play alongside other local bands.[6][7] They had another demo EP planned for release in 2005 (no such EP materialised, although recordings surfaced online). For this the first versions of "Return To Energiser" and "Labyrinth" were recorded. Early versions of "OK Time for Plan B" and "We Can Breathe in Space" were also recorded around this time but it's unclear if these were destined for the EP. It was at this time that Kerrang! Radio's Alex Baker picked up on the band, and as he didn't have a physical release to play, he streamed "OK Time For Plan B" off the band's Myspace page, straight onto the airwaves.

In August 2006 they released a video of the single "Mothership" which became the single of the week on the iTunes Store. Their first physical single featured re-recorded versions of "Sorry You're Not a Winner/OK Time for Plan B", which had previously been featured on one of the demo EPs. It was released on 30 October 2006. It was limited to 1000 copies of each format and sold out within the first week of release. In mid January 2007, Enter Shikari's first single, "Mothership", entered the UK singles chart for one week at number 151, on Downloads only (despite its physical formats not being eligible for charts [at the band's request]). This was followed a week later by "Sorry You're Not a Winner/OK Time for Plan B", which charted at number 182 on the singles chart (despite its physical formats being ineligible for charts [at the band's request]) and number 146 in the Download Chart. In addition "Sorry You're Not a Winner/OK Time for Plan B" featured on the EA Sports video game titles NHL 08 and Madden 08. Enter Shikari secured a spot on the Gibson/Myspace stage at 2006's Download Festival.

They also had interviews with popular music press such as Kerrang! and Rock Sound. On 4 November 2006, they became only the second unsigned band to ever sell out London Astoria (the first being The Darkness).

They also made the NME's "New Noise 2007", a list of the bands it considers most likely to achieve success in the coming year (previous years lists have included the likes of Arcade Fire, Hot Chip and Bloc Party).

The next single released was "Anything Can Happen in the Next Half Hour", on 5 March 2007. This was the band's second single to be released from their forthcoming debut album. It contained a re-recorded version of the song "Anything Can Happen in the Next Half Hour". It reached 27 in the Official UK chart.

The band released a compilation album titled The Zone just after the debut album, this contained various demo tracks and previously released singles.

Take to the Skies (2007–08)

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Main article: Take to the Skies

The band's debut album, Take to the Skies, was released on 19 March 2007 and on 25 March it reached number 4 in the UK Official Album Charts. It contained re-recordings of many of the songs that had featured on the demo EPs and singles that were released prior to the release of the album.

During the month of March 2007 it was announced they would be playing at Download Festival, Reading and Leeds Festivals, Give it a Name, Glastonbury Festival, Oxegen festival in Ireland and Rock am Ring in Germany. On 30 March 2007, Enter Shikari announced that their next single would be "Jonny Sniper"[8] and would be released on 18 June. The song's video was premiered on 21 May. The single received bad reviews from NME.[9]

Enter Shikari had performed over 500 times by 2007 and played on the Gibson/MySpace stage at 2006's Download Festival. On 14 May 2007, Enter Shikari started their first North America tour. This was followed by three more North American tours.

On 13 May 2008, the band released the first in a series of videos called "Enter Shikari: In the 'Low". The videos, posted on the band's YouTube page, showcased the band as they recorded their new single, "We Can Breathe In Space, They Just Don't Want Us To Escape", and demoed new material. One of the new songs set to feature on the album was "Step Up", which was first performed at Milton Keynes Pitz on 28 June 2008, the warm up show to Projekt Revolution the following day.

Common Dreads (2009–2010)

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Main article: Common Dreads
Enter Shikari live at Heaven in London in 2009. From left to right: Clewlow, Rolfe, Reynolds and Batten.

It was confirmed by NME that Enter Shikari had finished working on their second album, Common Dreads, in March 2009 and announced that they would tour the UK and Europe during 2009. They also made available a free download of a new song, "Antwerpen", from their website.[10] On 15 April 2009 "Juggernauts" was played on Radio 1 as Zane Lowe's "Hottest Track in the World" and was released as a single on 1 June 2009 with "All Eyes on the Saint" as its B side. The band also had help from musician Danny Sneddon who helped with the recording of "Juggernauts".[11] On 1 May Kerrang featured their track-by-track of the album. Metal Hammer were the first to review the album online with a track-by-track.[12]

Common Dreads was released through Ambush Reality on 15 June 2009 and debuted at No. 16 on the UK top 40 album chart. The second single to be released from Common Dreads was "No Sleep Tonight".[13] The 7-inch vinyl, CD single and MP3 download was released on 17 August 2009. A slightly modified version of the song "Wall" was released as a radio single, and a video for the song "Zzzonked", made of clips of a live show played at Norwich UEA, was also released.

A 2-disc version of Common Dreads was released in January 2010.[14] Frontman Rou Reynolds announced that "we've got a different artist for each single from Hospital Records to do drum "n" bass remixes so we'll be releasing that as a 12". Then we're doing the same thing with (dubstep label) True Tiger who've done a dubstep remix of each single." However it was later said in a Radio 1 interview that in fact they were only having their main singles remixed.

The single "Thumper"[15] was released on 19 January 2010, on BBC Radio One, as well as the new single "Tribalism", which was first played on Radio 1 on 16 February 2010. These songs come off the new B-sides and remixes album Tribalism, which was released on 22 February 2010.

Throughout February–March 2010, Enter Shikari joined the Australian summer festival Soundwave along with other bands such as A Day to Remember and Architects, playing shows in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth. The band then continued to tour Japan with A Day to Remember and Escape the Fate and in April–May 2010, they served as a support act, along with August Burns Red and Silverstein on A Day to Remember's Toursick.

On 18 and 19 December, Enter Shikari hosted two Christmas Party shows at The Forum in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. Special guest supports included Rolo Tomassi, Young Guns, Dark Stares, Don Broco and The Qemists.[16][17] The audio from the shows was released via the band's limited edition box-set Live from Planet Earth - Bootleg Series Volume 3.

A Flash Flood of Colour (2011–12)

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Main article: A Flash Flood of Colour

On 14 June 2010, Enter Shikari announced that they had returned to the studio to do a "one off new track" called "Destabilise" which was released as a download on 26 October 2010, and a limited edition coloured 7-inch vinyl on 29 November 2010.

In June 2011, the band signed to Hopeless Records in the US, and embarked on the Vans Warped Tour for the second year in a row.[18]

In mid-2011, the band released another one-off single called "Quelle Surprise" before releasing the first single, "Sssnakepit" and "Gandhi Mate, Gandhi" in September and December, respectively, off their third album.

The band released A Flash Flood of Colour on 16 January 2012, and played three album release shows in London, Kingston upon Thames, and Leeds.

At the end of the first week of the album being released, the album reached number four in the U.K charts.

Later that year, the band began their first tour of A Flash Flood of Colour in February by heading out to Tokyo, Japan for one show, before playing Soundwave Festival, including a couple of "sideshows" on their off-days.[19] The band continued their tour across the world, travelling to the United States,[20] South Africa,[21] Europe, Reading and Leeds Festivals, Pukkelpop, FM4 Frequency Festival, Sonisphere in Spain, T in the Park, Rock am Ring and Rock im Park, and many more, ranging from the end of May to the start of September.

In Summer 2012's Kerrang! Awards, the band scooped "Best Live Band" for the second time, along with Rou Reynolds winning 'Hero of the Year.' They were also nominated for best album, but lost out to Mastodon.[22]

In November 2012 the band announced the launch of their own beer "Sssnakepit", a 5% lager brewed in conjunction with Signature Brew, which was launched in Manchester and sold on the "A Flash Flood of Christmas" tour at venues across the UK.[23]

The band were also nominated for Best British Band and Best Live Band at the Kerrang! Awards 2013, but lost out to Bring Me the Horizon and Black Veil Brides respectively.[24]

Rat Race EP (2013)

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In April 2013, the band released a non-album single named "The Paddington Frisk", later announcing that it was part of a then unnamed three track EP due for release later that year (Rat Race EP). On 5 June 2013, the band announced via their official Twitter that they were recording a video for the new single "Radiate", which was first played by Zane Lowe on his Radio 1 show on 10 June. The song was his Single of the Week.[25] 5 months later, "Rat Race" was released, the three tracks were then amalgamated into the Rat Race EP, along with a trance remix of "Radiate" created by Reynolds' side project – Shikari Sound System.

The band headed out on an extensive tour of the UK and Ireland throughout April and May, purposefully playing in towns that don't usually get shows, as a thank you to those fans who usually have to travel to larger cities all the time to see bands. Support for the tour was Hacktivist. This tour was the first time the songs "The Paddington Frisk" was played, as well as "Juggernauts" b-side "All Eyes on the Saint" from 2009

The Mindsweep (2014–2016)

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Main article: The Mindsweep

In late 2012, bassist Chris Batten said that the band would begin working on their fourth studio album after their current touring had finished sometime in 2013. However, Batten also affirmed that the album would not be ready for release in that year.[26]

On 8 October 2014, the band announced that their fourth album would be titled The Mindsweep, and would be released on 19 January 2015.[27] The album was anticipated by singles "The Last Garrison"[28] and "Anaesthetist".[29] In addition, two tracks were also released between November and December 2014: "Never Let Go of the Microscope" and "Slipshod".[30][31] On 12 January 2015 they put for the streaming on their website the entire new album.[32] In May 2015 they covered System of a Down's Chop Suey! for Rock Sound's compilation Worship and Tributes,[33] while in June they participated at Ultimate Rock Heroes compilation by Kerrang! with a cover of "Know Your Enemy", originally by Rage Against the Machine.[33] On 30 October they released their first remix album, The Mindsweep: Hospitalised, featuring remixes from drum and bass label Hospital Records artists.

On 12 January 2016, a single called "Redshift" premiered on Annie Mac's show on BBC Radio 1.[34] Another new single called "Hoodwinker" premiered on Daniel P. Carter's show on BBC Radio 1 on 9 October 2016.[35][non-primary source needed]

On 25 August 2016, the band announced a live album for their February 2016 Alexandra Palace show.[36] It was initially due for release on 4 November 2016, however it was delayed until 18 November 2016 due to manufacturing issues.[37]

On 8 November 2016, Enter Shikari were announced as headliners for Slam Dunk Festival 2017.[38]

The Spark (2017–2019)

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Main article: The Spark (album)

On 1 August 2017, Enter Shikari announced their new album The Spark with its lead single "Live Outside". The album was released on 22 September.[39]

To promote the album, the band toured UK, Europe, Japan, and North America on their The Spark World Tour.

On 15 February 2019, the band released a pair of limited edition live albums, Take to the Skies. Live in Moscow. May 2017 and Live at Alexandra Palace 2 both of which were recorded in 2017 on their Take to the Skies 10 Year Anniversary Tour and their The Spark World Tour.[40]

In 2018 the band embarked on an extensive tour of the UK, Europe, and Scandinavia, entitled "Stop the Clocks", during which they performed a new song of the same name.[41] The band released the song as a single on 12 August 2019 shortly before their performances at the 2019 Reading and Leeds Festivals where they played 5 different sets across the weekend.[42] Following this, the band resumed their Stop the Clocks tour with a twelve-date American leg, which singer Rou Reynolds said would "bring the whole "Spark-era" full circle."[43]

Nothing Is True and Everything Is Possible (2020–2022)

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Main article: Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible

In an interview with Kerrang while the band was in Australia for Good Things Festival, they revealed their next album will be the "most definitive Shikari record to date" and will feature something from every album.[44]

On 10 February 2020, a new single called "The Dreamer's Hotel", stylised as { The Dreamer's Hotel }, premiered on Annie Mac's show on BBC Radio 1.[45][non-primary source needed][non-primary source needed] The same day, they announced that their new album would be called Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible and would release on 17 April 2020.[46] An accompanying music video was released for The Dreamer's Hotel on 5 March 2020, almost a month after the initial release. The video features an unusual use of over-the-top rainbow effects, fitting with the rainbow motif of the album.[47] "The King" was the album's second single, released on 8 March 2020. Frontman Rou described this track as a "lesson in patience and forgiveness" to Kerrang as they have worked on this single song for such a long time.[48] "T.I.N.A." was the third single released on 22 March 2020. The title stands for "there is no alternative". Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible hit No. 2 on the UK album charts on 30 April 2020,[citation needed] 13 days after its release on 17 April. This was the band's fifth album to reach Top 10 and the third consecutive major album.

On 16 April 2021, they released Moratorium (Broadcasts from the Interruption) without advance notice. It includes songs from their past two albums that have been reworked, re-imagined, recorded live or as acoustic renditions.[49]

On 24 November 2021 through 10 February 2022, Enter Shikari headed out for a brief European tour with a sold-out headline show at Alexandra Palace.[50] On 16 July 2022, the band released their film, Live at Vada, directed by Tom Pullen.[51]

On 17 November 2022, band released a new song named "Bull", recorded in collaboration with Cody Frost.[52] The official music video released the same day.[53]

A Kiss for the Whole World (2023–present)

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Rou Reynolds performing with Enter Shikari at the Lokerse Feesten 2025.

Simultaneously with the release of the single, "(Pls) Set Me on Fire", the band's seventh album's title was revealed on 12 January 2023 as A Kiss for the Whole World. The album was released on 21 April 2023, and debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart—their first to do so.[54]

On 26 May 2025, the band announced a Live At Wembley album and an accompanying live film would on July 11, through SO Recordings / Ambush Reality capturing their biggest headline show to date from their 2024 UK arena tour.[55]

Musical style, lyrical themes and influences

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Enter Shikari's musical style has been variously described as alternative rock,[56][57][58] electronic rock,[59][60] post-hardcore,[61][62] electronicore[63] (which they are considered to have pioneered),[64] experimental rock,[65] post-rock,[66] and on their early releases, metalcore[67][68] and synth-metal.[68] It is recognisable for combining rock music (especially punk rock and hardcore punk)[62] with elements of various electronic music genres, including drum and bass,[62][66] dubstep,[62][63][66] techno,[67] electronica[62] and trance.[66] It features breakdowns, heavy metal and hardcore-influenced instrumentation, dub-inspired "wobbles", anthemic choruses, drum and bass tempos and an alternation between sung, screamed (or occasionally growled) and rapped vocals, with all members contributing to vocals.[69][70][71][72]

Enter Shikari's lyrics, written by frontman Rou Reynolds, are often politically charged. In a 2015 interview, Kerrang! Magazine wrote: "With Shikari a rare, political voice on the UK rock scene, Rou remains baffled by bands 'labelling themselves as punk that aren't speaking about anything of importance'. 'To us it's second nature,' he says. 'It's what this music is for. If you take out the social commentary, it's not punk, it's just noisy pop.'" At the same time, Reynolds "[doesn't] care if people don't read the lyrics" and only "appreciate Shikari as a noisy pop group". Although not all of the band's lyrics are political, "even when [Enter Shikari write] a love song, [Reynolds wants] to make sure [they] reclaim the love song from all the shit, vapid love songs on the charts." He also stated that the band's general message is that "if we base our lives around love and unity, then that's all that matters."[73]

Political issues that the band have written about in their lyrics include – climate change and the misuse of natural resources, Donald Trump's presidency of the United States, the use of nuclear weapons and the United Kingdom's Trident nuclear programme,[74] the privatisation of the UK's National Health Service, and capitalism.[75]

Enter Shikari's lyrics have also centred around more personal themes throughout their career, such as lead singer Rou Reynolds' anxiety, depression, mental illness, self-pity and the loss of a loved one or idolised celebrity figure. Their album The Spark in particular delves more into personal issues within the band, with Reynolds stating in an interview with The Independent, regarding lyrical themes: "What I was trying to do with this album in marrying the personal and the political is to ensure that human vulnerability is laid bare, and to not be afraid to speak about emotions." He elaborates by stating that "I don't think I could have done it [writing more personal lyrics] before this record. So much happened over those two years [since the release of their previous album], globally and in my personal life, so before. I was kind of comfortable. I have a very finely attuned cringe muscle, I don't like writing about things that have been written about a thousand times. Some of it is maybe even a self-confidence thing, feeling as though I don't have much to offer in terms of art that helps other people. But seeing as 2015 was the year of hell for me, it wasn't just that I wanted to write a more personal record, I had to. There was no way of not doing it".[76]

In an interview following the release of A Flash Flood of Colour, guitarist Rory Clewlow stated that the band's influences are numerous, but include Refused, the Prodigy, At the Drive-In, Sick of It All, Rage Against the Machine, the Beatles, Igor Stravinsky and The Dillinger Escape Plan, and that "most of [their] sound was originally developed through going to see local acts in and around [their] home town."[77]

Rou Reynolds has cited British pop music from the 20th century as being a major influence on his songwriting, particularly on their album The Spark, with The Beatles, The Damned, Joy Division and New Order being key influences on him.[76]

Ambush Reality

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Ambush Reality is an independent record label owned by Enter Shikari. Although originally it was exclusively for the release of Enter Shikari's albums and songs, on 21 July 2014[78][non-primary source needed] the band announced via Facebook and Twitter they were releasing a song by Nottingham hardcore band Baby Godzilla (now known as Heck). Formed in July 2006, it is co-owned and run by the members of the band and their friends.[79] The band has decided that, to tour in the United States, they had to sign with a major record label in America.[80] On 28 August 2007, Ambush Reality said that Take to the Skies came out in North America in October 2007, with Ambush Reality joining Interscope Records imprint Tiny Evil. Ambush Reality signed a distribution deal with Warner Music to make the album Common Dreads and future releases more accessible outside the UK and also more widely advertised and promoted.[81] As of 8 December 2010 Enter Shikari / Ambush Reality have left distribution through Warner and will distribute throughout UK/Europe/Japan/Australia via PIAS Entertainment Group. As of 21 June 2011, Enter Shikari's releases in North America are via independent record label Hopeless Records.[82]

Side projects

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Reynolds has produced music as part of a side project with the name "Rout",[83][non-primary source needed][non-primary source needed] which he sometimes performs in small venues and before shows. He previously used the names "Shark & Blitz" and "Routron 5000".[84][non-primary source needed][non-primary source needed] The music develops on his penchant for electronics, resulting in a drum and bass/jungle/dubstep sound. Some songs feature samples of Rou and friends fooling around as well as iconic lines from movies or songs.[85] His most recent EP, released for ActionAid, features samples from ActionAid's project work in Ghana.[86]

Rolfe also DJs under the moniker "Sgt. Rolfy", regularly playing slots at the band's aftershow parties. He plays a range of sounds, including trance, drum & bass, dubstep and even classical and parody tunes too.[87]

Clewlow released his first remix, simply as "Rory C", for Don Broco's track "Priorities", from their new record in 2012.[88]

Reynolds has also set up his own clothing company, Step Up Clothing.[89]

On 25 April 2013 the band announced a side project called Shikari Sound System, an alter-ego of the group. The band announced it on their Facebook page straight after they had been announced to play at Reading and Leeds Festival during the summer.[90] Frontman Rou assured fans on his Twitter page that it would be "The same 4 scallywags but playing a live dance set".[91] Shikari Sound System played their debut set at The Reading and Leeds festivals and were joined by members of hardcore band Hacktivist as well as Danny Price who now regularly hosts SSS DJ sets. Shikari Sound System were announced for Slam Dunk Festival on 24 February 2016[92] and have done regular slots in the UK and Europe.

In 2017, Rou Reynolds released a book named Dear Future Historians, a song-by-song lyrical analysis of the band's work including photos. By popular demand, the book was revisited and expanded in 2019 to include music released since its original publication, and received another strictly limited edition run.[93]

In August 2020, it was announced that Enter Shikari would become the main sponsor of their hometown team, St Albans City Football Club.[94] In 2022, Chris Batten signed on with the football club to play one football match against Dagenham & Redbridge F.C. to raise money to support those affected by the Russian Invasion of Ukraine.[95]

In August 2023, it was announced that Enter Shikari have entered into partnership with The Pioneer Club, the venue where they began performing, and Headliner Group, a music and tech media company, to form Headliner Spaces. Headliner Spaces was set up with the aim to reinstate The Pioneer Club as a touring-circuit grassroots venue and also to have a wider reach into the community.[96] They subsequently auctioned off pieces of Enter Shikari memorabilia such as Reynolds' Kaoss Pad, used most notably on 'Sorry You're Not a Winner' with proceeds going to The Pioneer Club Charity.[97] As part of the partnership, the band also donated £1 from every ticket sold for the 2024 promotional arena tour for their album, A Kiss for the Whole World, to UK-based grassroots venues affected by the economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, the nationwide cost-of-living crisis and gentrification.[98]

Members

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  • Rou Reynolds – lead vocals, programming, synthesizer, keyboards, acoustic guitar, rhythm guitar, trumpet, percussion (1999–present)
  • Chris Batten – bass, vocals, synthesizer, keyboards, percussion (1999–present)
  • Rob Rolfe – drums, percussion, backing vocals (1999–present)
  • Rory Clewlow – lead guitar, vocals, percussion, keyboards, synthesizer (2003–present)
  • Rou Reynolds
    Rou Reynolds
  • Chris Batten
    Chris Batten
  • Rob Rolfe
    Rob Rolfe
  • Rory Clewlow
    Rory Clewlow

Discography

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Main article: Enter Shikari discography

Studio albums

Accolades

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Year Nominee / work Award Result
2006 Enter Shikari Kerrang! Awards 2006: Best British Newcomer Nominated[99]
2007 NME Awards 2007: John Peel Award for Musical Innovation Won[100]
Kerrang! Awards 2007: Spirit of Independence Won[101]
Kerrang! Awards 2007: Best Live Band Won[102]
Kerrang! Awards 2007: Best British Band Nominated[103]
"Sorry You're Not a Winner" Kerrang! Awards 2007: Best Single Nominated[104]
Take to the Skies Kerrang! Awards 2007: Best Album Nominated[105]
Enter Shikari BT Digital Awards: Breakthrough Artist of the Year Won[106]
2009 Kerrang! Awards 2009: Best Live Band Nominated[107]
2010 Kerrang! Awards 2010: Best British Band Nominated[107]
2012 Kerrang! Awards 2012: Best Live Band Won[108]
A Flash Flood of Colour Kerrang! Awards 2012: Best Album Nominated[108]
Rou Reynolds Kerrang! Awards 2012: Hero of the Year Won[108]
Enter Shikari AIM Awards: Hardest Working Band Nominated[109]
AIM Awards 2012: Best Live Band Nominated[109]
A Flash Flood of Colour AIM Awards 2012: Independent Album of the Year Won[109]
2013 Enter Shikari AIM Awards 2012: Best Live Band Won[110]
Kerrang! Awards 2013: Best Live Band Nominated[111]
Kerrang! Awards 2013: Best British Band Nominated[111]
NME Awards 2013: Best Fan Community Nominated[112]
2015 "Anaesthetist" Kerrang! Awards 2015: Best Single Won[113]
Enter Shikari Kerrang! Awards 2015: Best British Band Nominated[114]
The Mindsweep AIM Awards 2015: Independent Album of the Year Won[115]
2016 Enter Shikari Kerrang! Awards 2016: Best British Band Nominated[116]
2017 Heavy Music Awards 2017: Best Live Band Won[117]
2018 The Spark Kerrang! Awards 2018: Best Album Won

Miscellaneous

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Enter Shikari is an English rock band formed in 2003 in St Albans, , by vocalist/keyboardist Rou Reynolds, bassist Chris Batten, and drummer Rob Rolfe, later joined by guitarist Rory Clewlow. The quartet's music fuses aggression with electronic and influences, characterized by rapid tempo shifts, synthesizers, and Reynolds' versatile vocals ranging from screams to melodic delivery. Operating via their co-owned independent label Ambush Reality, established in 2006, Enter Shikari have maintained a DIY approach, self-releasing albums while securing distribution deals for wider reach. Their debut, (2007), peaked at number four on the , launching a streak of commercial consistency with seven studio albums all entering the top five, culminating in their first number-one album, A Kiss for the Whole World, in 2023. The band's defining traits include electrifying live performances, having played over 3,000 shows worldwide, and lyrics confronting social and environmental issues through a lens of urgent and philosophical inquiry. This combination of musical innovation and ethical stance has cultivated a devoted fanbase, enabling arena tours without major label backing and underscoring their role in revitalizing independent rock success.

History

Formation and early career (1999–2006)

Enter Shikari originated in St Albans, Hertfordshire, England, where Roughton "Rou" Reynolds, Chris Batten, and Rob Rolfe, childhood friends from primary school, formed a band named Hybryd in 1999. Reynolds handled guitar and vocals, Batten played bass, and Rolfe managed drums, establishing the core rhythm section that persists today. Under this moniker, the group released the EP Commit No Nuisance, featuring tracks such as "Perfect Pygmalion," "Look Inside," "Torch Song," "Honesty Box," and "Fake," which circulated locally through gigs and limited distribution. In 2003, guitarist Rory Clewlow joined, prompting a lineup stabilization and rebranding to Enter Shikari, named after a boat owned by Reynolds' uncle. The band then issued self-produced demo EPs, starting with Nodding Acquaintance in June 2003, followed by two additional releases in 2003 and 2004, sold directly at performances and via their website to cultivate an independent fanbase. These efforts emphasized a DIY ethos, blending electronic elements with hardcore influences, and laid groundwork for broader recognition without major label involvement during this period. By 2005–2006, Enter Shikari intensified local touring and online promotion, refining tracks like early versions of "Enter Shikari" and "Labyrinth" that would appear on future releases, while amassing a dedicated following through grassroots channels. This phase culminated in preparations for their debut album, with the band securing a deal with independent label Ambush Reality in 2006, marking the transition from amateur demos to structured recording.

Breakthrough with Take to the Skies (2007–2008)

, the debut studio album by Enter Shikari, was released on 19 March 2007 via the band's independent label Ambush Reality. Recorded at The Outhouse studio in Reading, , the album blended , , and electronic elements, building on the band's earlier self-released EPs that had garnered attention through grassroots promotion and platforms like . It debuted at number 4 on the on 25 March 2007, with first-week sales of 28,000 copies, marking a notable achievement for an unsigned act distributed independently. The album's commercial performance underscored Enter Shikari's rising profile, as it sold over 100,000 copies in the UK by October 2007, eventually achieving gold certification thresholds for domestic sales. This success stemmed from sustained fan engagement rather than major-label backing, with the band leveraging direct-to-fan marketing and viral online buzz to secure chart placement without traditional industry support. Critics noted the release as a pivotal moment for DIY rock acts, demonstrating how independent distribution could yield top-five positioning amid a landscape dominated by established labels. Post-release, Enter Shikari capitalized on the momentum with extensive touring, including a headline run announced in 2007 that followed a previously sold-out national tour, alongside support slots for bands like and in February. The band launched their first North American tour on 14 May 2007, expanding internationally and performing at festivals and venues that further amplified their exposure. These efforts solidified their breakthrough, transitioning from underground venues to larger audiences while maintaining control over their output through Ambush Reality.

Common Dreads and maturation (2009–2010)

Following the success of their debut album , Enter Shikari began recording their second studio album, , in September 2008, completing sessions by late February 2009. The band self-produced alongside Andy Gray, with recording and mixing occurring at Real Noize studio (also known as Arreton Manor) on the Isle of Wight during winter 2008–2009; guitar production was handled by , and gang vocals were captured at on the same island. Released independently via their DIY label Ambush Reality on 15 June 2009 in the UK (and 16 June in the US), the album debuted at number 16 on the . Common Dreads featured 15 tracks blending , electronic, and elements, with singles including "Juggernauts" (released 8 June 2009) and "No Sleep Tonight". Critics offered mixed responses: BBC Music highlighted the effective fusion of and , praising its variety in rhythms and lyrics, while described it as an "ugly sort of bliss" marred by overproduction and peculiar execution. Aggregated scores positioned it as a refined evolution from the debut, with polished vocals and intensified electronics, though some noted it prioritized bombast over songwriting cohesion. In support, the band announced a world tour in August 2009, commencing with UK festival appearances at Leeds (28 August) and Reading (29 September), followed by North American dates including the Vans Warped Tour in summer 2010. This period marked maturation through expanded international touring, such as the 2010 Toursick package with A Day to Remember and August Burns Red, solidifying their live reputation amid stable lineup and self-managed operations, without major personnel or stylistic shifts.

A Flash Flood of Colour (2011–2012)

Enter Shikari recorded their third studio album, , during May and June 2011, with production handled by the band alongside Dan Weller, a former guitarist of known for his work in rock and electronic genres. The sessions incorporated elements of , , and hardcore, overseen in part by dance producer Andy Gray to expand the band's electronic influences beyond prior releases. A documentary titled Phenakistoscope, detailing the recording process, was later included in deluxe editions of the album. The album was released internationally on 16 January 2012 via Ambush Reality and , featuring 11 tracks with a runtime of approximately 42 minutes. It debuted at number 4 on the on 22 January 2012, marking the band's highest chart position at that point and spending three weeks in the top 100. Prior to the full release, Enter Shikari issued two non-album singles, "Destabilise" and "Quelle Surprise", in late to build anticipation, alongside an announced tour commencing in March 2012. Promotion extended into a world tour supporting the album, spanning 2012 and into 2013, with initial shows including a performance at The Borderline in on the release date itself. The tour featured setlists heavily drawn from , emphasizing the album's blend of aggressive riffs and synthesized drops, and supported the band's growing international presence following their maturation from earlier works.

Interim releases and The Mindsweep (2013–2016)

Following the 2012 release of A Flash Flood of Colour, Enter Shikari issued two standalone singles in 2013: "The Paddington Frisk" on April 4 and "Radiate" on June 10. These tracks formed the basis for the band's Rat Race EP, released on October 31, 2013, which also featured the title song "Rat Race" and a Shikari Sound System remix of "Radiate". The EP was issued via Ambush Reality and marked the group's first output since their previous full-length album. The band then focused on their fourth studio album, , recorded over the subsequent period and released on January 19, 2015. The album debuted at number 3 on the , selling over 16,000 copies in its first week. It comprised 12 tracks, including lead single "Anaesthetist", and showcased the band's continued blend of electronic and rock elements. To promote The Mindsweep, Enter Shikari launched the supporting tour in early 2015, commencing with dates in February, followed by a North American leg from March to April featuring support acts , , and Hundredth. The tour included performances at major festivals, such as headlining the Zippo Encore Stage at on June 13, 2015. In 2016, the band extended their live activities with a arena tour in February, hitting venues in , , , , , and , with as direct support. A highlight was their February 27 show at London's , which was later documented in a live recording release.

The Spark era (2017–2019)

Enter Shikari released their fifth studio album, The Spark, on 22 September 2017 via their independent label Ambush Reality in partnership with PIAS Recordings. Recorded in early 2017 at principal songwriter Rou Reynolds' personal studio in , the album comprises 11 tracks spanning 41 minutes, blending with orchestral elements and introspective themes. Production emphasized melodic structures over prior aggression, featuring contributions from session musicians including violinist Oli Middleton. Preceding the album, the band issued singles "Live Outside" on 31 July 2017, "Rabble Rouser" on 13 September 2017, and "The Sights" on 15 December 2017, each accompanied by music videos highlighting socio-political motifs. The Spark debuted at number 5 on the , marking the band's highest entry at that point and reflecting sustained fan support amid independent distribution. Critical reception was generally positive but divided, with reviewers praising the album's ambition and accessibility while critiquing its occasional lack of cohesion. awarded 4 out of 5 stars, noting increased sophistication and space in arrangements compared to predecessors. highlighted boundary-pushing innovation in , though observed a more mainstream polish that some found less raw. New Noise Magazine commended the focus on songcraft yielding an affecting listen, while others like described it as inconsistent, with standout tracks overshadowed by weaker ones. To promote The Spark, Enter Shikari embarked on the extensive Spark World Tour, spanning arenas, , , and from late 2017 into 2018, featuring sets heavy on new material alongside staples. A highlight was the band's November 2017 headline at London's , captured in the bootleg live Live at Alexandra Palace released in 2018 as a double LP sequel to prior recordings. In 2018, they issued a feature-length detailing the album's creation, release, and tour trajectory, from demos to festival appearances. The era extended into 2019 with the Stop the Clocks Tour, incorporating The Spark tracks amid ongoing European dates, bridging to subsequent releases.

Nothing Is True and Everything Is Possible (2020–2022)

In early , Enter Shikari announced their sixth studio album, Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible, set for release on April 17 via SO Recordings and their independent label Ambush Reality. The album marked the band's first self-produced effort by vocalist Rou Reynolds and featured 15 tracks blending , and experimental elements, including singles such as "{ The Dreamer's Hotel }", released alongside the announcement on February 11, and "", which received a lockdown live version performance streamed online in August . Tracks like "THE GREAT UNKNOWN" and "Waltzing off the Face of the Earth" showcased the band's signature genre fusion, with lyrics exploring themes of existential uncertainty amid global crises. Critical reception highlighted the album's bold experimentation and thematic depth, with awarding it four stars for distilling the band's "unruly genius" into a retrospective-like collection of their stylistic hallmarks. Kerrang praised its forward-thinking sound, noting continuity from prior works while emphasizing its retro-futuristic aesthetic and innovative production. Reviewers across outlets described it as the band's darkest and most pessimistic release to date, incorporating sci-fi dystopian vibes and playful yet daring sonic shifts, though some noted its scattered structure required multiple listens for cohesion. The disrupted planned promotional tours, leading to the cancellation of all live performances and the rescheduling of UK and European headline dates originally slated for autumn to 2021. In response, the band released Moratorium (Broadcasts from the Interruption) on April 16, 2021, a compilation of remote live sessions and broadcasts recorded during lockdowns, capturing improvisational performances of album tracks and older material to maintain fan engagement without physical venues. This period underscored the band's adaptability, with Reynolds noting the emotional toll of absent stages but emphasizing virtual outreach as a bridge to eventual returns. Live activity resumed in late 2021 with a European tour from November 24 to February 10, 2022, culminating in a sold-out headline at London's , where setlists heavily featured material from Nothing Is True. North American dates, postponed from spring 2022 due to ongoing restrictions, proceeded in September and October 2022 with added stops in cities like and . Festival appearances, including Reading and Vainstream in 2022, further integrated album tracks into sets, signaling a return to full-scale touring amid easing pandemic measures.

A Kiss for the Whole World and ongoing developments (2023–present)

Enter Shikari announced their seventh studio album, A Kiss for the Whole World, on January 11, 2023, with a release date set for April 21, 2023, via SO Recordings and their independent label Ambush Reality. The album was self-produced by frontman Rou Reynolds and features a blend of elements, including , , , , , and influences. Initial singles such as "(pls) set me on fire" preceded the full release, emphasizing the band's signature energetic and genre-fusing style. The received generally positive reception, with awarding it four out of five stars and describing it as a "hopeful and bright return" characterized by Reynolds' passionate vocal performances across tracks ranging from piano ballads to heavier, mosh-inducing cuts. Other reviews noted its consistency in delivery but critiqued it as one of the band's weaker efforts due to perceived lack of cohesiveness, averaging around 73% in aggregate user scores. Following the album's release, Enter Shikari embarked on extensive touring, including their largest North American headline run to date in fall 2024 with support from and Yours Truly. The band continued with European headline dates in October and November 2025, alongside festival appearances in Japan, Australia, , and , and performances at events like Vans Warped Tour and . In 2024, they released the companion record Dancing on the Frontline, compiling remixes and non-album singles, as well as live recordings including a Wembley Arena set featuring collaborations like "Satellites" with in June 2025. As of January 2025, the band is actively recording new original music, with Reynolds confirming sessions scheduled around upcoming tours in and . This follows a pattern of independent output and live-focused projects, maintaining their commitment to self-managed releases through Ambush Reality.

Musical style and influences

Core stylistic elements

Enter Shikari's music is characterized by a high-energy fusion of aggression and electronic dance elements, featuring jagged guitar riffs, rapid drum patterns, and bass-driven rhythms alongside synthesizers, programmed beats, and effects drawn from , , , and other electronic subgenres. This blend creates dynamic structures with abrupt shifts between intense breakdowns, melodic choruses, and electronic interludes, often building tension through crunchy guitar buildups before resolving into synth-led hooks. Vocally, lead singer Rou Reynolds alternates between harsh, screamed deliveries for raw intensity and clean, anthemic for accessibility, frequently incorporating layered harmonies and spoken-word segments to heighten emotional and thematic impact. Backing vocals from guitarist Rory Clewlow, bassist Chris Batten, and drummer Rob Rolfe add depth, contributing to a collective, chant-like quality in live settings. Instrumentally, the band augments a traditional rock lineup—electric guitars, bass, and —with extensive electronic integration, including keyboards and production techniques that produce synth-mimicking guitar tones and pulsating electronic textures. This setup enables seamless genre transitions, as seen in their use of stations shared onstage for real-time manipulation during performances. The result is a propulsive, genre-defying sound that prioritizes rhythmic complexity and textural variety over conventional song forms.

Evolution and influences

Enter Shikari's musical style emerged from a fusion of rock, electronic, punk, and classical influences, as articulated by frontman Rou Reynolds. He has cited The Prodigy's (1994) for igniting his interest in electronic music at age 12–13, Radiohead's (2000) for its bold and unconventional songwriting, and Gary Numan's The Pleasure Principle (1979) for its fearless simplicity rooted in punk aesthetics. Additional rock inspirations include Oasis's Be Here Now (1997), which prompted Reynolds to learn guitar at age 11, and The Dillinger Escape Plan's (2004), which exposed him to technical heavy music. Classical elements, such as Igor Stravinsky's (1913), have informed the band's use of dissonance and storytelling structures. Early electronic foundations trace to , influenced by personal connections: Reynolds' father, a DJ specializing in and , fostered an appreciation for rhythmically rich genres akin to ' drum and bass output, while guitarist Rory Clewlow's older brother, a drum and bass DJ, exposed the band during formative visits. The band's sound evolved from the raw, DIY-infused and trancecore energy of their 2007 debut , characterized by chaotic electronic-rock hybrids, to more structured melodic explorations in (2009), which incorporated and drum and bass for greater playfulness alongside socio-political themes. Subsequent releases amplified experimentation: (2012) featured abrupt genre shifts from thrash to synths and minimalism; (2015) balanced delicate and chaotic intensities with protest-driven atmospherics; and The Spark (2017) shifted toward radio-accessible personal narratives on anxiety. Later works like the self-produced Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible (2020) integrated classical, pop, and dystopian motifs, while (2023) emphasized post-pandemic positivity with heavy riffs, strings, brass, and electronic layers, achieving the UK's top chart position. This trajectory underscores a commitment to boundary-crossing innovation, driven by an aversion to stylistic stagnation and a pursuit of creative peaks across over two decades.

Lyrical themes and political engagement

Recurrent themes in lyrics

Enter Shikari's lyrics, authored chiefly by frontman Rou Reynolds, recurrently interrogate systemic power imbalances, including corporate dominance and capitalist exploitation, as articulated in tracks like "Juggernauts" from their 2007 debut , which depicts unbridled corporate force. This theme persists across albums, with early songs such as "No Sssweat" condemning labor and global inequalities. Environmental degradation and advocacy for scientific rationality form another core motif, evident in "Mothership" and "Johnny Sniper" from Common Dreads (2009), which decry ecological destruction, and later in "Anaesthetist" from The Mindsweep (2015), a rebuke to climate change denial and anti-science attitudes. Personal and existential dimensions recur alongside socio-political content, encompassing mental health struggles, relational fragility, and human perseverance, as in "Sorry You're Not a Winner" from Common Dreads, which probes loss and dependency beyond literal gambling metaphors. Later works expand to human potential's duality—creative ingenuity versus destructive capacity—and calls for unity amid division, reflected in Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible (2020), which counters political instability with examinations of resource depletion and media distortion while affirming resilience. These themes evolve from raw confrontation in early releases to layered explorations of hope and collective agency in recent output, such as A Kiss for the Whole World (2023), yet maintain a consistent emphasis on "small-p" politics—socially conscious critiques of race, class, and environmental —prioritizing substantive engagement over partisan .

Activism and public stances

Enter Shikari, particularly frontman Rou Reynolds, have consistently advocated for environmental sustainability, including powering their tour bus with to reduce carbon emissions during travels. The band has promoted through public discussions and festival appearances, emphasizing systemic changes to combat global warming. Reynolds, who adopted a vegan lifestyle in 2016 after being raised plant-based in early childhood, has linked personal dietary choices to broader animal rights and ecological advocacy. The group has critiqued hypercapitalism's influence on music and society, rejecting profit-driven such as the sale of Britain's utilities and positioning their independent label as a counter to corporate dominance. In 2016, they voiced and Donald Trump's election, framing their album as a musical response to rising and economic . Reynolds expressed support for Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn's anti-austerity policies around the same period, without formally endorsing a . On international conflicts, Enter Shikari has maintained long-term solidarity with , chanting "Free " since at least 2010 and addressing Gaza's situation during live sets, including at Reading Festival in August 2025 where Reynolds described ongoing events as "war crimes" rather than tragedies. In November 2023, they signed an with artists like Architects and King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard calling for an immediate in Gaza. Reynolds has clarified stances against Hamas's actions, rejecting exploitation of the cause for unrelated agendas and affirming solidarity with Jewish, Muslim, Christian, and atheist communities impacted by violence. In an August 2025 interview, he defended artists' roles in highlighting such issues, stating reluctance to remain "mindless entertainers."

Criticisms and counterarguments

Enter Shikari's outspoken critiques of and industry exploitation have drawn accusations of inconsistency from some observers and fans. In August 2017, frontman Rou Reynolds publicly condemned Taylor Swift's partnership with Ticketmaster's Verified Fan program, describing it as "sickening" and an "ultra-capitalistic exploitation" that allowed her to "fleece her own fans" through inflated fees and data collection. This prompted backlash from Swift's supporters, who accused Enter Shikari of similar practices via their own ticket pricing and dynamic elements in sales, highlighting perceived hypocrisy in the band's anti-corporate rhetoric. Reynolds countered by noting the band's long-standing opposition to ticket touting, including direct sales models and efforts to keep prices reasonable relative to production costs and international touring demands. Counterarguments to such claims emphasize Enter Shikari's independent operations, including self-management through Ambush Reality since , which allows greater control over pricing and distribution compared to major-label dependencies. The band has implemented measures like fixed pricing and anti-scalping policies, such as paperless tickets and venue partnerships, to mitigate exploitation, aligning their practices more closely with their lyrical condemnations of unchecked . While their commercial success—evidenced by sold-out arenas and merchandise revenue—invites scrutiny, proponents argue this reflects earned market response rather than systemic , as the group reinvests in fan-accessible initiatives like £1 entry fundraisers for grassroots venues. Broader political engagement, including anti-Brexit and pro-Palestine stances, has elicited fan divisions, with some expressing difficulty connecting to the music amid perceived preachiness, though such views remain anecdotal and unquantified in major reviews. The band's defenders maintain that overt lyrical fosters necessary discourse, countering apathy in an era of corporate media dominance, without compromising artistic integrity.

Independent ventures

Ambush Reality and label operations

Ambush Reality is an co-owned and operated by the members of Enter Shikari, established in July 2006 to facilitate self-releases following the band's early independent momentum. The label enabled the group to retain creative and financial control, bypassing traditional major label structures amid their rising popularity after digital singles like "Mothership" in mid-2006. Initially focused on Enter Shikari's output exclusively, it has handled distribution for physical and digital formats, often in partnership with entities like SO Recordings for broader reach without ceding ownership. Key releases under Ambush Reality include the band's debut album Take to the Skies on 19 March 2007, which debuted at number 4 on the UK Albums Chart through self-managed production and promotion. Subsequent albums such as The Spark (22 September 2017) and Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible (17 April 2020) were also issued via the label, emphasizing direct-to-fan models including vinyl variants and limited editions. Live recordings, including Live at Wembley announced for 11 July 2025, continue this pattern, with operations centered on in-house decisions for artwork, pressing, and merchandising integration. The label's operations reflect Enter Shikari's commitment to DIY ethos, handling through band-led teams while leveraging selective partnerships for international and streaming optimization, as seen in their sustained chart performance without major-label backing. This structure has supported over a decade of consistent output, with Ambush Reality functioning as a vehicle for operational autonomy rather than expanding to external artists, prioritizing the band's multifaceted releases including remixes and EPs.

Other business and creative projects

In August 2023, Enter Shikari partnered with the St Albans-based music and tech media platform Headliner and the historic Pioneer Club to launch Headliner Spaces, a redevelopment initiative aimed at revitalizing the venue as a multifaceted grassroots music hub. The project transformed the site—previously the UK's oldest indoor skate park and an early performance space for the band—into a live music venue, rehearsal facility, and recording studio equipped with Dolby Atmos technology for professional mixing and community educational programs. Officially launched on September 7, 2023, following renovations that incorporated high-end audio systems from Harman Professional and Genelec, the space supports touring artists, local musicians, and broader creative initiatives to bolster the regional music ecosystem. Beyond venue operations, Enter Shikari has undertaken self-produced multimedia projects, including documentaries that extend their creative output. "A On Possibility" (2021), a mini-series blending album production for Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible with anthropological discussions featuring experts like , exemplifies their independent filmmaking efforts. Similarly, "Further East" (2019), directed by Tom Pullen and produced by the band alongside Ambush Reality, chronicles their Russian tour, while earlier works like "Content 2.0" (2018) provide in-depth breakdowns of creation processes. These productions, distributed via digital platforms, underscore the band's hands-on approach to visual storytelling without reliance on external studios.

Band members

Current lineup

The current lineup of Enter Shikari comprises four members who have been stable since 2003. Roughton "Rou" Reynolds serves as lead vocalist, programmer, and electronics operator, contributing to the band's electronic and post-hardcore fusion since the group's formation in 1999. Chris Batten handles bass guitar and provides backing vocals, also a founding member from 1999. Rob Rolfe performs on drums with additional backing vocals, likewise originating in 1999. Rory Clewlow joined in 2003 as lead guitarist and backing vocalist, completing the core quartet responsible for all studio albums to date. No changes to this configuration have occurred as of October 2025.

Former members and changes

Enter Shikari's lineup has remained stable since guitarist Rory Clewlow joined in 2003, completing the core quartet alongside vocalist and keyboardist Rou Reynolds, bassist Chris Batten, and drummer Rob Rolfe, who founded the band in 1999 initially as a three-piece under the name Hybryd. No members have departed from the group in the intervening years, a rarity among rock bands of comparable longevity. This continuity has been attributed to the members' longstanding friendship from school days in St Albans and shared creative vision, enabling consistent output across seven studio albums as of 2023.

Side projects and collaborations

Individual endeavors

Rou Reynolds, the band's and , released a solo EP titled Nourishment on an independent basis, comprising four tracks including "HOW ARE YOU?", "REACHING ACROSS THE GLOBE", "MARY'S SONG" (featuring Rory Clewlow), and "NOURISHMENT". The EP emphasized introspective and experimental electronic elements distinct from Enter Shikari's collective sound. Reynolds has also maintained a low-key electronic side under the alias "", producing tracks and performing sporadically in intimate settings prior to band performances. Rory Clewlow, the lead guitarist, has engaged in remixing as a solo endeavor under the moniker Rory C, driven by an interest in electronic production beyond traditional guitar work. In 2015, he released a of Don Broco's track "Priorities", highlighting his exploration of instrumental versatility and digital . Chris Batten, the , and Rob Rolfe, the , have primarily channeled their musical output through Enter Shikari, with no publicly documented solo releases or standalone projects as of 2025; their individual contributions remain integrated within the band's ecosystem and equipment-focused pursuits.

Notable joint works

Enter Shikari released the single "The Void Stares Back" in collaboration with the duo WARGASM on August 11, 2022, addressing the tension between conservative and progressive ideologies through aggressive production. The track, produced by frontman Rou Reynolds, marked the band's return to new music after a two-year gap and was later included on the 2024 EP Dancing on the Frontline. In November 2022, the band issued "Bull" featuring British artist Cody Frost, released on November 16 as a standalone single ahead of their album A Kiss for the Whole World. The electropop-infused track critiques mental health impacts from toxic influences, with Frost contributing vocals and co-writing credits alongside Reynolds and band members. "Losing My Grip", a collaboration with of , debuted on January 16, 2024, as the lead single from the EP Dancing on the Frontline. The frenetic track explores themes of power and constraint, with Butler's intense vocal delivery complementing Enter Shikari's electronic and hardcore elements; it coincided with a joint and European tour announcement. Rou Reynolds contributed guest vocals to "No Future? Yeah Right" by You Me At Six, released September 13, 2022, as part of their final album Truth Decay. The pop-punk track, performed live together at events like Reading Festival 2023, reflects on disillusionment with societal pessimism.

Discography

Studio albums

Enter Shikari has released seven studio albums since their formation, with all achieving positions in the top 16 of the and their most recent reaching number one.
TitleRelease dateUK peak
19 March 20074
15 June 200916
16 January 20124
20 January 20156
The Spark22 September 20175
Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible17 April 20202
A Kiss for the Whole World21 April 20231
Release dates compiled from and artist announcements; UK chart peaks from the .

Extended plays and compilations

Enter Shikari released three self-produced demo extended plays between 2003 and 2004, distributed exclusively through live shows and the band's website. The debut EP, Nodding Acquaintance, appeared in June 2003 as a three-track release featuring "Nodding Acquaintance," "Score 22," and "Frozen Landscape," marking the band's initial foray into blending with electronic elements. Subsequent demos, including material later refined for their full-length debut , followed in 2004, such as early versions tied to tracks like "Sorry You're Not a Winner," though exact titles for these limited runs remain sparsely documented beyond fan archives and band retrospectives. Later extended plays shifted toward digital distribution via the band's Ambush Reality imprint. The Rat Race EP, issued on 23 September 2013, comprised four tracks emphasizing political themes, including the title song critiquing , and peaked at number 68 on the . In 2020, The Great Unknown EP delivered three originals—"The Great Unknown," "Reprise 3," and "System..."—exploring existential and systemic critiques, released digitally amid the lockdowns.
TitleRelease DateLabelFormatTracks
Nodding AcquaintanceJune 2003Self-releasedCD (limited)3
Rat Race23 September 2013Ambush RealityDigital4
The Great Unknown2020Ambush RealityDigital3
Compilations include Tribalism, released on 22 February 2010 through Ambush Reality, which aggregated two new studio tracks ("Hello Taxman" and "The Last Garrison"), B-sides, remixes, and live recordings from prior tours, serving as a bridge between Common Dreads and A Flash Flood of Colour. Remix-focused releases, such as Warm Smiles Do Not Make You Welcome Here Remixes (2012) and Arguing with Thermometers Remixes (2012), compiled electronic reinterpretations of album cuts by collaborators including Noisia and Spor, highlighting the band's crossover appeal in drum and bass circles. More recently, WEMBLEY. LONDON. 17th FEBRUARY 2024, issued in 2025 as a 20-track digital compilation, captured live and archival material from their headline Wembley Arena performance, underscoring enduring fan engagement. These efforts reflect Enter Shikari's strategy of bundling rarities to maintain catalog depth without diluting core album releases.

Singles and other releases

Enter Shikari's singles often precede or promote their studio albums, blending with elements, and have garnered moderate commercial success, particularly in the UK. Early promotional singles like "" and "Sorry, You're Not a Winner" appeared in January 2007 ahead of their debut album . "Anything Can Happen in the Next Half Hour", released in March 2007, marked their highest-charting single to date at number 27 on the UK Singles Chart. Subsequent singles from Common Dreads included "Juggernauts" in 2009, peaking at number 28. The band continued releasing album-tied singles such as "No Sleep Tonight" (number 63), "SSSnakepit" (number 62), and "Anaesthetist", alongside charting entries like "Destabilise" (number 65) and "Rat Race" (number 77). A full list of their UK-charting singles is as follows:
TitleUK Peak Position
Anything Can Happen in the Next Half Hour27
Juggernauts28
No Sleep Tonight63
Destabilise65
SSSnakepit62
Jonny Sniper75
Rat Race77
Radiate79
We Can Breathe in Space...80
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Tours and live performances

Major tours and festivals

Enter Shikari's early touring breakthroughs included a performance at Download Festival in 2006, marking their first major festival appearance amid growing fanbase excitement despite some audience resistance. That same year, the unsigned band sold out London's Astoria venue, incorporating lasers into their production for the first time and demonstrating three years of grassroots touring momentum. In 2008, they supported and on the tour's leg, performing at on June 29 to one of their largest audiences to date, alongside acts like and . The band expanded internationally in 2010 with the Vans Warped Tour across the , delivering high-energy sets that included wall-of-death formations and drew strong crowds on the multi-band bill. Subsequent festival slots solidified their UK presence, including Glastonbury in 2009 with added brass sections for a distinctive ska-punk infusion, and multiple Reading and appearances, such as 2019's five-show run with record barrier-breaking crowds and a main stage set under extreme heat. They headlined Festival's Pilot event in 2021, debuting tracks from Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible post-pandemic lockdown, and continued with main stage slots at in 2024 alongside Reading and in 2025. Headline tours escalated in scale, beginning with their first arena show at in 2016 featuring theatrical narration and visuals. They headlined Slam Dunk Festival across and in May 2023 before launching the 2024 "A Kiss For The Whole World" UK arena tour from February 9 at First Direct Arena through February 17 at London's OVO Arena , supported by acts like Fever 333. A follow-up "smaller, sweatier" UK headline run occurred in November and December 2024 with , emphasizing intimate venues after arena successes.

Reputation for live shows

Enter Shikari has established a strong reputation for delivering high-energy live performances characterized by intense physicality, genre-blending execution, and audience immersion. Critics note that their shows often ignite immediate moshpits upon starting, blending rock aggression with electronic and influences to create . One reviewer described their controlled chaotic intensity as phenomenal, with musicians spinning and pounding instruments while maintaining precision. Production elements further enhance their shows, including themed lighting, lasers, and visuals synchronized to the music, which reviewers praise for being bright yet non-blinding and adding immersive patterns without overwhelming the audience. During the 2024 A Kiss for the Whole World tour, performances were lauded for meticulous craftsmanship, nostalgic setlists, and band members' evident glee and affection on stage. The band's 2024 OVO Arena Wembley headline show exemplified this reputation, defying expectations through a masterclass in relentless, perfectly crafted chaos over two hours, as captured in a subsequent live album and film release. Observers have proclaimed Enter Shikari among the premier live acts in alternative music, citing their unmatched craft mastery and ability to elevate venues from intimate spaces to spectacles.

Reception and impact

Critical assessments

Enter Shikari's music has elicited a range of critical responses, often highlighting the band's innovative fusion of , electronic, and elements with politically charged lyrics, though some reviewers have critiqued perceived inconsistencies in execution or shifts toward accessibility. Their debut album (2007) was praised by for its "surprising moments of effectiveness" in blending thrashy with "ravey keyboards" and aggressive vocals, despite the chaotic style. Subsequent releases showed evolution, with (2012) earning aggregate praise for its ambitious production across 13 reviews on , emphasizing tracks like "Sssnakepit" for their party-like energy. (2015) drew mixed reactions, with critics noting a lighter tone compared to prior works, potentially disappointing longtime fans seeking heavier elements. The Spark (2017) was described as a "baffling listening experience" by some, faulting its unremarkable backdrops amid experimental fiddling, though it maintained the band's adventurous spirit focused on songcraft over bombast. Later albums trended more positively, as seen with Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible (2020), which aggregated a 75/100 critic score on Album of the Year from 14 reviews, lauded for vocalizing ongoing frustrations through upbeat tracks. Their 2023 release A Kiss for the Whole World received strong acclaim, including from Kerrang!, which called it a record "built for sweaty congress" underscoring beauty amid planetary troubles, with showing 85% positive ratings from seven aggregated critiques and no negatives. Reviewers frequently commend the band's commitment to intensity and , viewing their genre-mashing as a consistent strength, though occasional critiques point to over-reliance on electronics diluting raw aggression. Overall, Enter Shikari's reception reflects sustained respect for their DIY ethos and live-oriented dynamism, with recent works often ranked among their strongest for recapturing early vigor in polished form.

Commercial achievements and accolades

Enter Shikari's debut album (2007) debuted at number 4 on the , selling 28,000 copies in its first week without major label support. The album has been certified Gold by the (BPI) for shipments exceeding 100,000 units. Subsequent releases have sustained strong chart performance, with the band achieving ten entries on the , including six top 10 peaks. Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible (2020) marked their then-highest position at number 2. Their seventh studio album A Kiss for the Whole World (2023) secured their first number 1, outselling by 800 units in a close chart battle. The band has also notched two top 40 singles on the UK Singles Chart. In accolades, Enter Shikari have won six , three of which were for Best Live Band. They received Kerrang! recognition for The Spark (2017) as Best Album in 2018. Their independent release strategy has been highlighted in industry reports for contributing to indie sector growth, with multiple top-charting albums under their own Ambush Reality label.

Broader cultural influence and debates

Enter Shikari's fusion of , electronic music, and elements has influenced the development of and related subgenres within the landscape, inspiring bands to experiment with genre-blending and high-energy production techniques. Their emphasis on DIY ethics, independent releases early in their career, and consistent evolution across albums like (2015) have contributed to a model of artistic longevity and fan loyalty in the UK underground scene. This approach has resonated with younger audiences seeking music that challenges mainstream conventions, as evidenced by their role in amplifying discussions on human connection amid societal fragmentation. The band's activism extends beyond music into environmental , critiques of , and opposition to of public services, with frontman Rou Reynolds frequently articulating these views in interviews and lyrics. For instance, tracks from (2009) onward explicitly target systemic inequalities, fostering a community-oriented that encourages fan participation in efforts, such as supporting independent venues against economic pressures. Reynolds has positioned the band as filling a void in contemporary protest music, lamenting the absence of influential figures akin to or in today's scene. Their for smaller music ecosystems, including calls to resist policies threatening live music culture, underscores a broader push for cultural preservation and social solidarity. Debates surrounding Enter Shikari often center on their unapologetic political engagement, which Reynolds has described as exhausting amid societal polarization, particularly on . A prominent example occurred at Reading Festival on August 23, 2025, where Reynolds condemned events in Gaza as "not a , it is a war crime," rejecting audience pleas to "stick to the " and affirming the band's duty to address global injustices. This stance elicited polarized responses, with supporters lauding it as courageous and critics, including some fans, questioning the band's socialist-leaning as overly simplistic or intrusive into entertainment. Such interventions highlight ongoing tensions between artists' activist roles and expectations of apolitical performance, though the band's consistent thematic focus has solidified their reputation among those prioritizing as a vehicle for social critique.

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