Few modern heavy bands blur stylistic lines as naturally as RXPTRS. Formed in Bristol, UK in 2018, the five-piece fuse rock, metal, punk, and hardcore into a sound that feels urgent, contemporary, and built for impact. Their music hits with real weight and aggression, while still leaving space for hooks, atmosphere, and emotion.
That balance has helped RXPTRS stand out within the UK heavy scene — heavy without being one-dimensional, and modern without losing grit.
RXPTRS write without genre limits, letting instinct lead rather than labels. Vocalist Simon Roach has described the band’s mindset as following whatever feels right in the moment, whether that lands closer to punk, metal, or something harder to pin down.
This open approach gives their material a restless edge. Tracks shift naturally between melody and impact, introspection and confrontation, creating music that connects with listeners who want their heavy records to carry both bite and feeling.
RXPTRS consist of Simon Roach on vocals, Ian Chadderton and Harley Watson on guitars, Sam Leworthy on bass, and Mat Capper on drums. Together, they deliver a tight, high-energy sound that focuses on dynamics as much as sheer force, both on record and on stage.
We stock RXPTRS as official audio releases on CD and vinyl only. Their key releases include:
I (2019) – debut EP introducing their hybrid heavy sound
Living Without Death’s Permission (2022) – first full-length album, wide-ranging and hard-hitting
The Frail (2022) – intense EP built around sharp songwriting and modern production
Rock Bottom Is a Stepping Stone (2022) – focused EP pushing their aggressive edge further
Taken together, these recordings chart the band’s rise from an early statement EP to a confident and fully realised album release.
At Eyesore Merch, we stock 100% official RXPTRS audio, available exclusively on CD and vinyl. All items are fully licensed and sourced through proper label and distributor channels, so you can shop with confidence.
Stock levels can change, so if you see a RXPTRS release you’re after, it’s often best to pick it up while it’s available.
Why shop RXPTRS at Eyesore Merch?
100% official RXPTRS CDs and vinyl
Audio formats only
Fast UK dispatch
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We’re also keeping an eye on future possibilities and are looking into adding official RXPTRS shirts and hoodies further down the line, so watch this space.
Discover RXPTRS on CD and vinyl and dive into one of the UK’s most driven modern heavy bands.
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