American Ride plays Americana, country rock, and blues.

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We write and play original songs about real life — the good parts, the hard parts, and everything in between. Our music is built on strong melodies, guitar twang, and stories drawn from experience rather than trends.

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American Ride was formed in 2011 and has spent the years since focusing on songwriting and live performance. The debut album Come Over was released in 2019 and introduced our Nordic take on Americana: laid-back, honest, and forward-moving. During the 2020 lockdown, we released the single Break Thru, accompanied by a simple stay-home performance that reached more than 20,000 views on YouTube.

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In 2021, the band evolved with a new lead singer and an additional guitarist, strengthening both the sound and the live dynamic. Today, American Ride is a tight, experienced live band with a clear focus on original songs and genuine connection with the audience.

No gimmicks. No trends.

Just songs written from experience and played straight from the heart.

If you like music that feels real — with stories you can recognize and melodies that stick — you’re welcome here.​

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Line-up:
Nial Nordbjerg – Vocals & Harp
Ole Odde – Drums & Vocals
Hans-Henrik Hulgaard – Bass
Torben Holther Olesen – Guitar & Vocals
John Ankerstjerne – Guitar