Temples
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United Kingdom
- Born: 2012 in Kettering, Northamptonshire, England, United Kingdom
- Active: 2012 - present
Biography
Temples are an English rock band known for their modern take on psychedelic rock, blending 1960s influences with contemporary production. Formed in 2012 in Kettering, the band gained initial attention after posting self-produced tracks online, leading to a deal with #Heavenly Recordings#. Their debut album, 'Sun Structures', was released in 2014 to critical acclaim, praised for its shimmering guitars and retro-futuristic sound. Subsequent albums, including 'Volcano', 'Hot Motion', and 'Exotico', have seen the band evolve, incorporating darker tones, synthesizers, and krautrock elements while maintaining their core psychedelic pop sensibilities. They have been lauded by musicians like *Noel Gallagher* and *Johnny Marr*.
Genres
Temples Discography
- Sun Structures (2014) - Album - rated 3.85/5
- Volcano (2017) - Album - rated 3.79/5
- Hot Motion (2019) - Album - rated 3.5/5
- Exotico (2023) - Album - rated 3.65/5
- BLISS (2026) - Album - rated 3.3/5
Members
- James Bagshaw - lead vocals, lead guitar (2012–Present)
- Thomas Walmsley - bass, backing vocals (2012–Present)
- Adam Smith - rhythm guitar, keyboards, backing vocals (2012–Present)
- Rens Ottink - drums (2018–Present)
- Samuel Toms - drums (2012–2018)