Bio

Formed in Canterbury, UK, The Alchemy fuse the raw power of rock with electronic nuance and emotional depth, creating a sound that’s both modern and cinematic. Since emerging with their debut EP Modern Age in 2016, the band have evolved into one of the UK’s most exciting independent acts — known for their passionate performances and fiercely DIY ethos.

Their debut album Chemical Daydream (2020) marked a turning point, showcasing their anthemic sound and earning praise from Kerrang!, Planet Rock, and Scuzz TV. During lockdown, The Alchemy built their own studio and continued to write and produce independently, releasing Idle Ghosts (2021) and Somewhere // Anywhere (2023) (Supported by Help Musicians) — records that cemented their reputation for fearless self-production and emotional authenticity.

Over the years, The Alchemy have performed eight consecutive sold-out hometown shows, headlined UK tours, and supported Mallory Knox, I Am Giant, and The Intersphere. Their sound has been described as “cinematic and brooding” (Louder), with Backseat Mafia calling their work “a modern masterpiece.”

In 2025, the band make their European festival debut at PRO Weekend (Spain), before turning their attention to a landmark year ahead. 2026 marks The Alchemy’s 10th anniversary, which they’ll celebrate with a special anniversary show and a series of new releases — continuing their mission to create honest, dynamic, and emotionally driven modern rock.


Live

On the live side The Alchemy have been touring for 10 years, carefully crafting a rock show on par with bands on much bigger stages. Their monstrous, guitar-forward sound, custom programmed lighting, and plenty of audience participation have helped the trio build a real name on the UK grassroots circuit—high-impact sets, big choruses, and a room-locking energy from first hit to final crash.

Track Record

  • 8× years of sold-out hometown shows — Penny Theatre & Westgate Hall, Canterbury (100–150 cap)

  • Multiple headline tours — including sold-out Strongroom Bar (London, 170 cap), plus Bristol, Swindon, Cheltenham, Manchester, Birmingham and Bridgwater.

  • Key supports — I Am Giant, The Intersphere, Mallory Knox (biggest show to date: 1,500 cap)

Festivals

  • The Great Escape — Brighton, May 2025

  • PRO Weekend — Castellón, Spain, October 2025 (first European festival appearance)

Sync and Studio  

In 2020 The Alchemy built their own recording studio, This is no bedroom studio, and currently consists of a large live room suitable for a full band set up and an excellent space for recording drums. The Control room has a 32 channel mixing desk with Mac running Pro tools and Logic. 

The Alchemy own the masters to all of their music, including albums "Chemical Daydream", "Idle Ghosts" and "Somewhere//Anywhere" along with EP's "Modern Age" and "Metric Studio Live" and the 2025 singles. A 'One Stop' for any sync placements. 

 With 24hr access to the studio, they are also able to make changes and alterations.   

Media - Video and Photography

The Alchemy run their own media company, led by frontman Rhys Davis, an experienced videographer and photographer. Rhys has filmed and edited every The Alchemy music video and regularly produces commissioned content for other artists—often turning around a full video shoot and edit within 48 hours. Through the media company, Rhys has built a portfolio that includes work with Mike Shinoda, Example, and Olly Murs..