RYA! is a band based in Umeå that plays self-composed, unique music. Their music blends Swedish folk, jazz, and synth, all infused with a 70s ambiance. The compositions frequently draw inspiration from the landscapes and natural beauty stretching from the West Coast to Västerbotten. The lyrics are personal and created from the poetic beauty of simple, everyday life. The melodies frequently originate from folk music, yet the harmonies and rhythms are infused with the varied influences of each musician.
Drawing inspiration from both acoustic and electronic music, Hanna Jerndal initiated her musical project in autumn 2023. It rapidly expanded into an octet featuring elements such as percussion and a brass section.
Hanna Jerndal - Violin, song and woodwinds
Peter Wester - Keyboard
Sebastiasn Jonsson - Guitar, banjo and harjedal pipe
Jonatan Vihtari - Bass
Gustav Wessberg - Clarinet and EWI (electric wind instrument)
Jesper Dejby - Saxophone
Petter Ericson - Trombone and tuba
Alexander Lindgren - Drums and percussion