Elliot James Reay live at The Louisiana in Bristol on 10 July 2025
Posted on: 09 Jun 2025Bury boy Elliot James Reay has announced a gig at Bristol's Louisiana on Thursday 10 Juy 2025 following the release of his latest track ‘Who Knew Dancing Was A Sin’ last month as part of his upcoming UK tour.
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Influenced from an early age by artists like Roy Orbison and Elvis, Reay now channels that pioneering era of culture into his music to incredible effect. A truly sensational debut, ‘I Think They Call This Love’ has amassed over 121 million global streams, earned 1 billion views across 160,000+ TikTok creates, climbed Spotify Viral Charts in over 27 countries, and helped Reay build a loyal fanbase of more than 5 million followers.
Elliot James Reay: Rock ’n’ Roll Revivalist Extraordinaire
Elliot James Reay (born 31 Jan 2002, Bury, Greater Manchester) is a young English singer-songwriter breathing new life into the nostalgia of 1950s rock ‘n’ roll. Now signed to Interscope/EMI, he’s making waves with his soulful reverence for the golden era—while crafting a fresh, modern sound.
Sound & Style
Reay channels icons like Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Eddie Cochran, Billy Fury, The Everly Brothers, Sam Cooke, and Jackie Wilson, injecting emotional sincerity into music that feels both rooted and contemporary.
His aesthetic—slicked-back hair, vintage clothing—reinforces a look that’s authentic, not retro gimmickry.
Rise to Stardom
His debut single, “I Think They Call This Love” (July 2024), was co-written and recorded with vintage production sensibility—it amassed over 30 million streams, topped viral charts, and earned 10 million+ TikTok views before launch.
Follow ups: “Boy in Love” (November 2024) swept streaming platforms and showcased a vibrant nostalgia-meets-modern flair.
His orchestral-tinged “Daydreaming” (March 2025) captured cinematic longing and won him the “Road to Memphis” contest, earning a trip to Sun Studio and Graceland.
Most recently, “Who Knew Dancing Was A Sin” (May 2025) embraced soulful Northern Soul energy with horns, basslines, and vintage dancefloor drama.
Digital & Live Presence
Boasting over 5.6 million followers across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, Elliot’s charm shines through candid videos—whether singing while making coffee or busking in Bury.
He’s played live across the UK and Southeast Asia—Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines—bringing his retro vibes to global audiences.
His Own Words
On his sound: “Authentic and nostalgic, but still new… I try to capture that timeless charm and emotional honesty…”
On inspirations: “Elvis Presley and Roy Orbison… The Everly Brothers, Billy Fury, Sam Cooke… raw, heartfelt energy that speaks to me.”
On success: “Their talent … incomparable… I’m very flattered by the comparison” (to Elvis, Roy).
On creative process: Writes in a few hours with producer friends, keeping it genuine and playful.
What’s Next?
He’s hinted a debut album by late 2025, with UK tour dates already on the horizon. With his infectious vintage-modern fusion and heartfelt songwriting, Elliot James Reay is shaping up to be one of the most exciting emerging acts in modern rock'n roll revival.
If you’re intrigued, give his latest single “Who Knew Dancing Was A Sin” a spin above and catch him in Bristol on 10th July 2025 at The Louisiana. The modern-day Elvis revival continues, and Elliot is leading the way—smooth vocals, retro swagger, and big-hearted authenticity.
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