ALIBI

About ALIBI

ALIBI are a three-piece alternative rock band from Bristol, blending punk urgency, heavy metal weight and the grit of British alt rock. Riff-driven songs that balance raw energy with memorable melodies.

Formed in February 2025, they quickly made a name on the Bristol live circuit, playing Thekla, O2 Academy Bristol, Exchange and The Fleece, becoming Underdog Bristol Finalists and landing the main support slot for Mother Vulture in Bournemouth.

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Front and centre is Benjamin McNeil, throwing about the guitar more than his own hair. Ben is the driving force of ALIBI. Pushing ahead of the guitar are powerful vocals, from bellowing highs to guttural lows. Influenced by the old legends: Metallica, Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin.

Ben McNeil

Vocals & Guitar

Reuben Spry has been in the Bristol metal and rock scene since moving to the city in 2016, playing with such acts as Smile More and Auraelis. Reuben holds the rhythm of Alibi together, complementing the tracks with dynamic flair and huge fills when needed. A true metalhead at heart, Reuben has an affinity for a wide range of genres, taking influence in particular from drummers like Gavin Harrison (Porcupine Tree, Pineapple Thief, King Crimson), Nicko McBrain (Iron Maiden), Neil Peart (Rush) and Ringo Starr (Beatles).

Reuben Spry

Drums

I play bass.

Josh Willson

Bass & Backing Vocals

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Upcoming and recent gigs, always up to date.

05 Sep 2026Thrash and Burn Fest, Frome
07 Aug 2026Thekla, Bristol
05 Jun 2026O2 Academy, Bristol
05 Apr 2026Thekla, Bristol
14 Mar 2026Green Rooms, Wales
14 Feb 2026Bear Cave, Bournemouth
22 Aug 2025Exchange Main Room, Bristol
20 Jul 2025The Fleece, Bristol

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