The Dryas, a self-produced trio composed of Hudd Hunter-Smith, Luke Cowie, and Connor Tagg, began their musical journey after relocating to Brighton from their hometown in Kent. The band members had previously been involved in various projects and bands since their teenage years. In 2021, the band decided to pursue their passion and launch The Dryas.

In November 2022, The Dryas released their self-titled debut EP to critical acclaim, receiving support from BBC Radio 1 and BBC Introducing. The lead track, ‘Teammates’, was also featured on Amazon Music's ‘Best New Bands’ playlist. The Dryas have joined forces with producer Kristofer Harris to release a series of tracks in 2023, signalling that it will be a noteworthy year for the band.