Growing Pains

Too Much, Too Soon

Kid Royal is a high-energy pop rock band based in London Ontario. With a sound they describe as ‘Hedley meets The 1975’, you’ll find shades of U2 and even a bit of a psychedelic twang, delivered with a crunching two-guitar punch. Playing together as a band since 2013, this four piece has been captivating audiences in and around their native London. Highlights include capturing a coveted opening slot for Australian pop star Cody Simpson at London’s annual Western Fair, opening for Hollerado at London's Sesqui Fest, and winning a 98.1FM radio competition aimed at promoting local talent. In June of 2015, Kid Royal performed for the UJA Charity Fundraiser where they were selected for a mentoring session with Dan Kanter who co-produced Justin Bieber's album My Worlds Acoustic.

Singer and guitarist Cameron Russell , lead guitarists Kevin Valkenier and drummer Drake Campbell are all originally from London, and bass player Karl Von Estroff relocated from his native England to Canada in 2008. Best of friends even outside the band, they feel very lucky that they have found like minded others to share the musical journey with.