Derby · Est. 2025 · Live and chemical-free

Sons of
Jericho

We’re brothers. We’re survivors.
We’re musicians. We’re here.

Indie rock and pop-punk classics for all ages — played with heart, volume and over 30 years of combined recovery.

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LIVE BAND ✦ DJ SETS ✦ STAND-UP COMEDY ✦ ORIGINAL MUSIC ✦ AVAILABLE FOR BOOKINGS ✦

THE SONS OF JERICHO COLLECTIVE

More than a band.

Our six-piece band leads the way. Acoustic sessions, DJ sets, comedy and recovery & wellbeing bring more ways to entertain, connect and inspire.

Explore the Collective ↗

01 · THE HEADLINE ACTLive bandSix-piece rock and indie. Original songs and festival favourites.Meet the music ↘02 · SMALLER & WARMERAcoustic setsStripped-back music for intimate venues and relaxed gatherings.Explore ↗03 · MORE POSSIBILITIESThe CollectiveDJ sets, stand-up comedy, recovery & wellbeing.Discover ↗

LATEST LIVE PERFORMANCE · 26 SEPTEMBER 2026

See and hear
Sons of Jericho live.

Back at the Recovery Street Film Festival after our joint win in 2025 — this time taking the stage to perform for the recovery community.

More live highlights ↓

01 — The story

MORE THAN A BAND

We found our way back.
Then we found the volume.

Sons of Jericho began in 2025 when six men from across the UK came together through recovery — and discovered that making music was another way to feel alive.

We’re former residents, friends and musicians with one shared belief: recovery doesn’t make your world smaller. It makes dreams possible. Every gig is proof.

6+1musicians + engineer

30+years clean

100%chemical-free

The six members of Sons of Jericho together in front of the stage

SIX MEN. ONE JOURNEY.Recovery. Friendship. Music.

Sons of Jericho performing live at Electric Daisy — Live at Electric Daisy

Sons of Jericho together before taking the stage — Together before the noise

02 — Meet the band

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE NOISE

Six musicians.
One vital engineer.

Every one of us has been a resident of Jericho House at some point. With its support and guidance, we rebuilt our lives — and together, we built this band.

Frontman · Founding member

Sean Payne

One of the band’s creators and a stand-up comedian when he isn’t on stage. Sean works at the Falcon Centre, supporting vulnerable people.

Lead guitar · Songwriter · Founder

Matt Kill

Matt and Sean turned a long-held dream into ‘a jam’ with like-minded people. He works at Jericho House, helping men discover what recovery gave him.

Rhythm guitar · Vocals · Songwriter · Founding member

Neil Ainslie

A founding member of Sons of Jericho, Neil quickly bought into the idea of ‘a jam’ — and the rest is history. Away from the band, he is CEO of the Living Recovery Foundation’s Jericho House.

Drums

Jake Lindsay

Jake came for the banter, was talked into keyboards, then became the drummer after asking for a go. Self-taught, he works at the Falcon Centre and Jericho House.

Lead vocals

Tom Kenyon

Tom shares lead vocals with Sean and brings huge energy and enthusiasm to every stage. He supports vulnerable children at Safe and Sound and also works at Jericho House.

Bass

Charlie Poole

Our self-taught bassist. Charlie works with Derby City Council’s Livewell programme, supporting vulnerable people across Derby.

Sound engineer

Jamie Allen

A music and arts lover, Jamie is our eyes and ears on and off stage — and a genuine lifesaver behind the desk. He also works at Jericho House.

03 — The music

OUR OWN NOISE

Songs forged
in real life.

We’re building a catalogue of honest, loud and unapologetic originals — alongside the indie rock and pop-punk classics that made us want to pick up instruments in the first place.

Can't Sleep

Original song · Written by Neil Ainslie

Stop What You're Doing

Original song · Written by Matt Kill

Written by Matt Kill

Upcoming

LIVE FAVOURITES

You’ll know the words.

Big choruses, indie swagger and zero chance of standing still.

I Bet You Look Good on the DancefloorTeenage DirtbagAmerican IdiotWhere Is My Mind?Use SomebodyLive ForeverMardy BumAll the Small Things

DJ sets

KEEP THE EVENT MOVING

Live band.
DJ set too.

Our Collective offers DJ sets for festivals, fundraisers and community celebrations. Book a DJ set on its own or alongside a Sons of Jericho live performance.

JAKE ON THE DECKS

Sons of Jericho DJ set

RECOVERY GAMES · DONCASTER

Jake with Ben SOS on the mic

An impromptu DJ set at Recovery Games 13.

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STAND-UP COMEDY

Stand-up.
Big laughs.

Honest, energetic stand-up comedy brings humour, storytelling and personality to your event. Book comedy on its own or combine it with music from the Collective.

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SEAN PAYNE · FRONTMAN & COMEDIAN

Stand-up with real stories and proper laughs.

04 — Live highlights

MOMENTS THAT MATTER

Stages we’ll
never forget.

Community, connection and a crowd singing back: these are the shows that keep the journey moving.

Our Flagship Festival · Electric Daisy

Sons of Jericho Fest

Our own festival was an amazing success — and Sons of Jericho Fest returns in 2027. Solo artist, duo or band? Get in touch if you’d like to be part of it.

Want to perform at Sons of Jericho Fest 2027?

We want to hear from solo artists, duos and bands who would love to be part of the next festival.

Videos & creditsWatch Sons of Jericho Fest 01WATCH HERE ▶Watch Sons of Jericho Fest 02WATCH HERE ▶Thanks to Drednaut 01WATCH HERE ▶Thanks to Drednaut 02WATCH HERE ▶Detox Factor performanceWATCH HERE ▶Thanks to Monika MariWATCH HERE ▶V62 Choir performanceWATCH HERE ▶

2025 Joint Winners · Returned Live in 2026

Recovery Street Film Festival

After our film was named a joint winner in 2025, Sons of Jericho were invited back on 26 September 2026 to perform live at this year’s Recovery Street Film Festival. Returning as winners and taking the stage in front of the recovery community was a proud full-circle moment for the band.

Videos & creditsWatch our award-winning filmWATCH HERE ▶

Doncaster · 13 September 2026

Recovery Games 13

Sons of Jericho joined the 13th anniversary Recovery Games in Doncaster — a national celebration of recovery, connection and community. We were proud to bring our music and message to the live stage.

Videos & creditsVisit Recovery GamesWATCH HERE ▶

Uttoxeter Racecourse · 6 September 2026

RecoverFest

Sons of Jericho returned to RecoverFest for our second consecutive year, performing alongside Amy Joe and the Spangles and Lucy Spraggan. Another brilliant day celebrating live music, recovery and community.

First look — RecoverFest 2026

Videos & credits

Ashfield Rugby Club

Scrum Fest

We’re officially booked to return next year, higher up the card and ready to make even more noise.

Videos & creditsWatch Scrum FestWATCH HERE ▶

Derby

Alvaston Park Fun Day

Our second year in a row with Alvaston Park Community Foundation — and we’re already booked to return for a third. A community date we’re proud to keep coming back to.

Videos & creditsWatch Alvaston ParkWATCH HERE ▶

05 — On the road

UPCOMING SHOWS · 2026

Come make
some noise.

LIVE
LOUD
TOGETHER

20 Aug

Recovery & Hope Charity Event

Derby Market Hall · Free entryIn partnership with the Living Recovery Foundation

Details ↗22 Aug

Falcon Fest

Beacon Pub, LoughboroughFrom 12pm · Live music, family fun and community fundraiser

Details ↗

29 Aug

The Needles Pub

Bembridge Drive, Alvaston · 8pmWe’re returning to The Needles

2026

30 Aug

Mansfield Camp Out

MansfieldLive outdoors

2026

05 Sep

Ashwood Rugby Club

12 noonPA provided

2026

06 Sep

RecoverFest

Uttoxeter Racecourse · From 12pmFeaturing Lucy Spraggan

Details ↗13 Sep

Recovery Games 13

Sandall Park, DoncasterA national celebration of recovery, community and hope

Details ↗27 Nov

Belmont Services Club

Belmont, DerbyLive at Belmont Social Club

Details ↗

More dates are being added. Follow us on social media for the latest announcements.

Recovery and Hope Charity Event at Derby Market Hall

FREE CHARITY EVENT

Recovery & Hope

Thursday 20 August · Free entryDerby Market Hall

Held in partnership with the Living Recovery Foundation. Tap for full event information. ↗

NEXT LIVE DATE

Falcon Fest

Saturday 22 August · From 12pmBeacon Pub, Loughborough

Live music, family fun and more, bringing the community together in support of Falcon Support Services.

WE’RE RETURNING

The Needles

Saturday 29 August · Starts 8pmBembridge Drive, Alvaston

Pop-punk and indie-rock classics alongside original Sons of Jericho material.

RECOVERY IN ACTION

RecoverFest

Sunday 6 September · From 12pmUttoxeter Racecourse

Sons of Jericho join RecoverFest 2026, featuring Lucy Spraggan. Tap for event details. ↗

WHY WE PLAY

“Recovery makes
your dreams
a possibility.”

We play to entertain, but we also play to be seen: as proof that life after addiction can be creative, connected and full of purpose.

Living Recovery Foundation ↗

06 — Official merchandise

WEAR THE NOISE

Official SOJ
T-shirts.

£20per T-shirt

Black SOJ T-shirt · Front

Back of black Sons of Jericho T-shirt with band illustration — Band illustration · Back

White Sons of Jericho T-shirt with gold SOJ sleeve detail — White SOJ T-shirt · Sleeve detail

BLACK OR WHITEOfficial Sons of Jericho design

Tell us your preferred colour, size and quantity. We’ll reply to confirm availability, collection or delivery, and payment.

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SUPPORT SONS OF JERICHO

Help the band
keep growing.

Your support helps us write and record original music, rehearse, maintain equipment, travel to shows and take our recovery message to more communities.

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LIVE BAND · DJ SETS · STAND-UP COMEDY · FULL EVENT PACKAGES

Want us on
your stage?

Tell us where, when and what you’re planning. Book our six-piece band, acoustic sets, DJ sets, stand-up comedy or recovery and wellbeing activities. Choose one experience or discuss a combination for your event.

90+ minsTailored performance

2 setsWith a short break

20+ songsPer live show

Full PAAvailable if needed

We are always keen to support charities and good causes. Contact us for a tailored quote.

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sonsofjericho25@hotmail.com

Sons ofJericho

More than a band.

See and hearSons of Jericho live.

We found our way back.Then we found the volume.

Six musicians.One vital engineer.

Sean Payne

Matt Kill

Neil Ainslie

Jake Lindsay

Tom Kenyon

Charlie Poole

Jamie Allen

Songs forgedin real life.

Can't Sleep

Stop What You're Doing

Last Summer

Can't Sleep

Stop What You're Doing

Last Summer

Welcome to My Brain

We Are the Sons

Danger Girl

That Worked Out Great Last Time

You're Not Hearing Me

After Party

Bitter Relief

You’ll know the words.

Live band.DJ set too.

Sons of Jericho DJ set

Jake with Ben SOS on the mic

Stand-up.Big laughs.

Stages we’llnever forget.

Sons of Jericho Fest

Recovery Street Film Festival

Recovery Games 13

RecoverFest

Scrum Fest

Alvaston Park Fun Day

Come makesome noise.

Recovery & Hope Charity Event

Falcon Fest

The Needles Pub

Mansfield Camp Out

Ashwood Rugby Club

RecoverFest

Recovery Games 13

Belmont Services Club

Recovery & Hope

Falcon Fest

The Needles

RecoverFest

Official SOJT-shirts.

Help the bandkeep growing.

What YouCan Expect

Want us onyour stage?

Sons of
Jericho

See and hear
Sons of Jericho live.

We found our way back.
Then we found the volume.

Six musicians.
One vital engineer.

Songs forged
in real life.

Live band.
DJ set too.

Stand-up.
Big laughs.

Stages we’ll
never forget.

Come make
some noise.

Official SOJ
T-shirts.

Help the band
keep growing.

What You
Can Expect

Want us on
your stage?