Who is Enter Shikari?
Strong lyrics
In 2003 Enter Shikari was formed in St. Albans, Uk, by members Rou
Reynolds (lead vocals and lyricist), Rory Clewlow (guitarist), Rob
Rolfe (drummer) and Chris Batten (bassist).
Their songs typically revolve around lyrical themes such as
climate change, capitalism, social issues and the like.
"Fear begins to vanish when we realise
That countries are
just lines
Drawn in the sand with a stick."
Best live act
One of the reasons fans are dedicated to the band is their
performance on stage which is a high-energy explosive experience.
Whether Enter Shikari is performing in a small venue like
Pumpehuset in Copenhagen or a big stage like O2 Victoria Warehouse
in Manchester they manage to maintain a great connection with the
audience. They even performed a sold out show at the Wembley Arena
in London.
Eclectic musical universe
Enter Shikari is a rock band combining a bunch of subgenres
including electronic, alternative, heavy, punk... you name it!
This eclectic combo means that their musical repertoire is always
renewing and very diverse. When comparing their debut album "Take
to the Skies" from 2007 and one of their newer releases like
"Nothing is True and Everything is Possible", it becomes clear
just how diverse their musical talent is.
Listen for
yourself and try to decipher all the genres you think define their
music.
Selected tracks
In chronological order
2025
Bloodshot
"A Kiss for the Whole World", 2023
"Oh God, I can't remove all these filters
They're in my
field of vision
Now it's compromised
I've lost
sight of what is real."
{ The Dreamer's Hotel }
"Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible", 2020
"I am King Arthur in Camelot
Connected to the hot spot
For eight days on the trot
Fighting the trolls and
the bots."
Air Field
"The Spark", 2017
"When the wind's against you
Remember this insight
That's the optimal condition
For birds to take
flight."
Redshift
Single, 2016
"If there's one reason to smile
It's when you look up
out at night
You're fortunate enough
To drink in a
vista."
The Anaesthetist
"The Mindsweep", 2015
"Illness is not an indulgence which you should pay for
Nor is it a crime for which you should be punished."
Enter Shikari
"Take to the Skies", 2007
"And still, we will be here, standing like statues."
2007
Discography 🎶
| Album | Year |
|---|---|
| A Kiss for the Whole World | 2023 |
| Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible | 2020 |
| The Spark | 2017 |
| The Mindsweep | 2015 |
| A Flash Flood of Colour | 2012 |
| Common Dreads | 2009 | Take to the Skies | 2007 |
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Recommendations
Lyrics
Would you like to dive into Enter Shikari's lyrical universe,
a personal recommendation is to get a copy of the book
Dear Future Historians.
The book contains the
lyrics to their songs from 2006-2019 with explanatory comments
from author Rou Reynolds who is the band's lyricist and lead
singer.
Shikari Sound System
Enter Shikari have a side project named Shikari Sound System. When they perform DJ sets under this alter ego, they embrace their electronic musical talent that goes beyond their usual electronicore sound.
👉 Try giving the remix of their song goldfĭsh ~ a listen 🐠💦
