The Dunwells

Early years (2009–2011) The band members started out playing pubs separately in Leeds, England. The two brothers, Joseph and David Dunwell, had been performing as solo acts throughout Yorkshire. In the UK, the album was premiered by The Daily Telegraph who said "The album is a blend of electro-infused, indie music" and "their most intimate and epic yet" Talking about the album, Joe Dunwell said "This is an album full of heart felt lyrics and powerful melodies, it's an album of hope, struggles with everyday life, sadness, happiness, honesty, the desire for more. It's about being a human being with the same emotions as everyone else." David Dunwell said of the album "It's a very honest record. It talks about where we are in life, how frustrated we sometimes are, but also our happiness, some occasional sadness, and the good foundations of our home lives. It's also about how much we want this, the sacrifices we've made, how ready we are". ==Musical style==

The Dunwells' sound has transformed considerably since their beginning. Their debut album Blind Sighted Faith has been described as a "warm folk-rock record with flavors of Americana and Brit rock" with "carefully picked banjo, hard-strumming guitar," and inward looking lyrics "that make you feel something, without being overly sentimental." As the band has grown and developed over time they have moved away from their folk beginnings. Although the band still emphasizes heartfelt lyrics and big choruses, they have moved towards a fusion of acoustic instrumentation and electronics, drawing influence from their shared love of bands like Bon Iver, Elbow and Damien Rice. ==Band members==

in Asbury Park, New Jersey, July 2013 • Joseph Dunwell – vocals, acoustic guitar (2009–present) • David Dunwell – vocals, piano, guitars, banjo (2009–present) • Rob Clayton – bass, vocals (2011–present) • Adam Taylor – vocals, drums (2014–present) ==Former members==

• Lee Dawson – bass, vocals (2009–2011) • Dave Hanson – lead guitar, vocals, pedal steel (2009–2013) • Jonny Lamb – drums, vocals (2009–2014) ==Discography==

Studio albums • Blind Sighted Faith (2012) (Playing In Traffic Records/Concord Music Group) • Light Up the Sky (2016) (Modal Music Limited/Concord Music Group) • Something In the Water (2019) (BrothersArmour) • Live at Aire Street (2020) (BrothersArmour) Compilation albums • Follow the Road (2013) (Playing In Traffic Records/Concord Music Group) EPs • Leaving the Rose EP (2012) (UK Exclusive)- Playing In Traffic • Show Me Emotion EP (September 2014)- Playing In Traffic/Concord • Lucky Ones EP (May 2015)- Playing In Traffic/Concord ==See also==