INTRODUCING: Jessie & The Revolvers

Blending Americana storytelling, alt-rock edge, and 90s guitar swagger, Jessie & The Revolvers are fast becoming one of Stoke-on-Trent’s most exciting emerging bands. Led by Jessie’s bold, unapologetic vocals and anchored by a tight, high-energy rhythm section, the band’s sound moves effortlessly between grit and melody, confidence and vulnerability.

Following their debut single Self Obsessed (2025) and the evolution showcased on Long Gone (2026), the band have earned nominations for Best Young Talent at the 2026 Music Awards of Staffordshire & Cheshire, alongside support from BBC Introducing and local radio. Rooted in honesty and refusing to be boxed into one genre, Jessie & The Revolvers are shaping a sound that feels both grounded and fearless — and they’re only just getting started.

1. Your sound blends Americana, alt-rock, and 90s guitar influences in a way that feels quite distinctive. How did those influences come together organically, and was that fusion intentional from the start?

I think our sound develops with each song we write, but our individual musical influences always manage to break through. The indie-rock sound with a touch of country/Americana was something I envisioned from the beginning. As we’ve grown as a band, though, we’ve discovered new genres and influences, and we try not to put ourselves into a specific category, because we feel that can block creativity.

2. “Self Obsessed” feels like a bold statement debut — confident, gritty, and unapologetic. What did you want listeners to understand about Jessie & The Revolvers within those first four minutes?

“Self Obsessed” was written in my bedroom during a really confusing relationship, when I was fighting a lot of feelings. I channelled that frustration into the song. It was written in a way I hadn’t approached before — I wanted to show that not every song has to be pretty or poetic. I wanted it to feel down-to-earth, explicit, and punchy, and, like you said, completely unapologetic.

3. With “Long Gone,” there’s a noticeable evolution in your sound, from the Fleetwood Mac-esque vocal moments to the heavier 90s angst in the bass and guitars. What changed for you creatively between the first and second release?

Creatively, the process felt more open this time around. I had lyrics I’d been working on in my notes, and I felt they would fit really well with the bass and guitar parts that came together during a jam in the practice room, which allowed the song to develop organically. By the time we reached the studio, the rhythm and energy of the track had evolved in a way that brought out both the softer, Fleetwood Mac–inspired vocal moments and the heavier 90s angst in the guitars and bass. That contrast felt like a natural step forward for us, rather than a conscious shift.

4. Being nominated for Best Young Talent and receiving support from BBC Introducing and local radio is huge. How has that recognition impacted your confidence or approach as a band?

The recognition has been really validating — it’s nice to know that people outside our own circle are hearing what we’re doing and connecting with it. It’s definitely boosted our confidence, but it hasn’t changed our approach too much. We’re still focused on writing songs that feel honest to us and experimenting with our sound. If anything, it motivates us to keep pushing ourselves creatively and see how far we can take the music.

5. Coming from Stoke-on-Trent, how has the local scene shaped you, and what do you hope Jessie & The Revolvers can represent for emerging artists from the area going forward?

Stoke has a really tight-knit music scene, and being part of that has taught us a lot about collaboration, perseverance, and staying true to your sound. The support and energy from local venues, radio, and fellow musicians has been incredible. We hope Jessie & The Revolvers can show that you don’t have to come from a big city to make bold, authentic music — that Stoke artists can create something that resonates beyond the local scene and inspires others to chase their own sound.