Newrising have been featured at many of the UK’s best and biggest festivals including Bestival and Secret Garden Party as well as travelling further afield to play the Virgin Holidays Music Festival in Barbados.

Using an unorthodox acoustic instrumental set up featuring a peruvian box drum (Cajon) and drawing influence from a massive musical spectrum. Newrising combine elements of funk, roots, urban soul, reggae, blues, rock and latin to produce a new sound rising up above the conventional with originality and talent.

"Their musicianship and songwriting skills are first class. You MUST see these guys live- they will blow your mind. One of the best support acts I have had the pleasure working with in over 40 years”.
...Ray Dorset (Mungo Jerry) 

"Jay Carter stands head and shoulders above so many of the singer-songwriters working the circuit. His effortless groove and red wine vocals never cease to delight."
...Tristan Seume (Guitarist magazine) 

"There might not be - and may never be - another musical entity like them."
...Alan Clayson (Rock n' Reel - Feb 2010 - 4/5*)

"This is acoustic folk with funk, drive, passion and power. There’s a wealth influence encapsulated in their songs - everything from folk storytelling through Afro-bass bounced funk to blues-influenced angst. Close three part harmonies weave together to create a musical tapestry of colour and depth. Adam lays down the groundwork on which Jay builds his guitar and vocals, while Tom provides a solid anchor for their music."
...www.folkwords.com