Ryan Adams has been praised as "one of rock's most talented songwriters” (SPIN). The 7-time Grammy nominated artist has 17 studio albums to his name, accumulating in millions of sales. He has produced albums for esteemed musicians including Willie Nelson, Jesse Malin, Jenny Lewis and has collaborated with some of music’s most influential artists such as Weezer, Fall Out Boy, America and many more.
 
Ryan’s profound contributions to music have taken many different forms. From his songwriting, to his producing, to fronting the rock/alternative country band Whiskeytown, and forming, “Ryan Adams & The Cardinals,” his ability to connect with audiences across a variety of different mediums is undeniable. Adams’ musical creativity was recognized early on and led to his NME Best Solo Artist win in both 2003 and 2004. In addition to his self-titled, double-Grammy-nominated 2014 album, Ryan’s catalogue includes Heartbreaker, Ashes & Fire, Easy Tiger, Cold Roses, Jacksonville City Nights, Love Is Hell, his 2001 major label debut Gold, and more.
 
Ryan’s artistry is not limited to his songwriting capabilities. In 2009, he published Infinity Blues, a book of free verse poetry about his journey to self-realization, and Hello Sunshine, a collection of poems and short stories. Ryan’s passion for writing continues, and he is currently working on his first novel. His music has spanned multiple musical genres, and has been incorporated in film and television specials such as Judd Apatow’s top grossing production Bridesmaids, This is 40, popular HBO TV series’ True Blood and Felicity, and his song, ‘Stay Alive’ appeared in The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, starring Ben Stiller.
 
In November 2014, Ryan performed a two-night engagement at New York’s famed Carnegie Hall, which turned into a critically acclaimed live album on PAX-AM records, a label specifically for his music releases.

Ryan is widely known for his powerful shows performed all over the world and regarded for his prolific songwriting. He has been praised by many music icons including Noel Gallagher, Taylor Swift and the legend Elton John, who described him as the “fabulous one.” Adams currently resides in Los Angeles, California with his five cats, typewriter, and coffee machine.

Novellas are a three piece that blend dramatic, guitar driven songs with cinematic ambience. Focusing on pop sensibility and with one goal – To create songs that sound huge. 

Influenced by guitar music from the mid-sixties onwards they draw from Rock, Shoegaze, Dream Pop and Indie. Often cited by journalists and bloggers to have different influences and different genres with every mention they create a sound and identity that is totally unique. 

Launching in April 2015 a year on they had over 50 shows under their belt, have appeared at different festivals including Camden Rocks, Victorious and Southsea Fest as well as Reading’s Oxjam. They have played their first London headline show at Camdens The Monarch, appeared in various magazines, supporting larger bands including Blackfoot Circle at a sold out Wedgewood Rooms and BBC Introducing played the bands single ‘Foolish’ from their Double A-Side two weeks running before release.

They have nothing to hide - Just three boys and one huge sound - Played with raw emotion and their art worn proudly on their sleeves.

novellasband@hotmail.com

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