The Pigeon Detectives

The Pigeon Detectives formed in Leeds in 2004, Matt Bowman, Oliver Main, Ryan Wilson, Dave Best, and Jimmi Naylor developing a sound rooted in indie rock and post-punk that was immediately energetic and hook-driven. Bowman's vocals were warm and distinctive, and the band's songs combined melodic directness with a lyrical charm that gave them an immediate appeal within the mid-2000s British indie scene.

They were signed to Dance to the Radio and released their debut album 'Wait for Me' (2007) to strong reviews — a melodically irresistible indie rock record that produced 'I'm Not Sorry' and 'I Found Out' and established them as one of the more enjoyable new British acts. Their energetic live shows and their combination of melodic directness and Leeds charm made them a popular live act.

The Pigeon Detectives have continued to record and perform with remarkable consistency, releasing new music into the 2020s. They are one of the most enduring acts of the mid-2000s British indie boom — a band whose combination of melodic gifts, energetic live shows, and genuine warmth has sustained a devoted following. ⚠ Flag: most recent release — verify latest album.