The band
About Obsidian, Bristol's Rock Covers Band
Going strong on the Bristol scene for over 20 years, Obsidian was founded by Nige and Dib — still driving the band today. With Matt holding down the low end for the last five years and Ray fronting the band on lead vocals for nearly three, Obsidian delivers heart-pounding covers that honour the legends while making every gig unforgettable — in pubs, clubs, weddings and parties across Bristol, South Gloucestershire and beyond.
50+
Songs in Repertoire
300+
Live Gigs Played
20+
Years of Obsidian
5+
Genres Covered
Meet the band
Nige
Drums & Percussion
Founding member and the heartbeat of Obsidian for over 20 years. Nige's thunderous drumming drives every track with precision and ferocity, seamlessly shifting from groovy beats to explosive fills.
Ray
Lead Vocals
Fronting Obsidian for nearly three years, Ray's powerhouse vocals can shake any venue to its core. From soulful ballads to face-melting rock anthems, Ray commands the stage with unmatched energy and charisma.
Dib
Lead & Rhythm Guitar
Founding member with over 20 years of Obsidian behind him. From soaring solos to driving riffs, Dib brings the electrifying guitar work that defines the Obsidian sound.
Matt
Bass Guitar
Holding down the low end for the last five years, Matt lays the foundation that makes Obsidian's sound so thick and powerful. Groove-heavy bass lines lock in with the drums to create an unstoppable rhythm section.
What we play
Rock covers that get a room singing: punk, classic rock, Britpop and modern rock. The set currently runs to 31 songs by 27 artists, from the Undertones, the Buzzcocks and the Clash to Thin Lizzy, Black Sabbath, Oasis, Stereophonics, Green Day and Royal Blood. See the full setlist.
Where we play
Pubs and clubs across Bristol and South Gloucestershire most months, plus private parties and weddings. Upcoming gigs are here.
- Cat n Wheel
- The Dolphin
- The Horseshoe
- Keynsham Rugby Club
- The King Billy
- The Lamb
- The Old Mill
- Pill Memorial Club
- The Railway Tavern
Live music in Keynsham, Portishead, Pill, Staple Hill, Fishponds, Kingswood, Cadbury Heath, Oldland Common.
Book the band
We play pubs and clubs, parties and weddings. Here is how hiring a live band in Bristol works.
Book Obsidian
Send us your date, venue and rough timings and we'll come back to you with availability and a quote.