Hope of the States

Hope Of The States were a British band formed in Chichester at the end of 2000. Noted for orchestral arrangements (violins, brass, strings) and emotionally charged vocals by Sam/Samuel Herlihy, their debut album The Lost Riots was released in 2004 (produced by Ken Thomas) and was followed by Left in 2006.

Formed in Chichester in late 2000. Debut album The Lost Riots released 2004; produced by Ken Thomas. Second album Left released 2006. Frontman: Sam (Samuel) Herlihy. Described publicly as British/English indie rock with orchestral and post-rock elements. Band was active 2000–2006.

Reviews praise Hope Of The States' orchestral, melodic indie rock. The Lost Riots (2004) is highlighted as an outstanding debut; Left (2006) is seen as a strong follow-up. Common notes: strings/violins/brass, emotive vocals from Sam Herlihy, epic/post‑apocalyptic atmospheres.

For:Fans of British indie/alternative rock, post-rock and orchestral pop-rock.