5 piece alt. rock from the heart of katy, texas

where it all started

Whitehaven is a five-piece alt-rock/grunge band based in Katy, TX. Named after a street, the band brings raw energy and emotion to their music, blending powerful riffs with honest lyrics. Formed during middle school for a talent show, what was meant to be a one-time performance quickly turned into something more. During a late-night rehearsal on the rhythm guitarist’s patio, a riff sparked what would become their first original song. Adding vocals that night, the band realized playing just once would be a waste of potential. That song, later titled Point of View, was released as their first demo on YouTube—ironically, they never played the talent show because their chosen cover was too long.

Based in Katy, Texas, Whitehaven has performed various concerts around Houston, playing at venues such as White Swan, BFE Rock Club, Acadia Bar & Grill, Super Happy Fun Land, and 1810 Ojeman. The band has shared the stage with local and regional acts like The Shroons, Figure Below, Vallaha, and Happier Than You, continuing to grow their presence in the Houston alt-rock and grunge scene.

Whitehaven is Rinnie Helfrich (vocals), Santiago Agudelo (bass/vocals), Melanie Melchor (rhythm guitar), Abraham Olvera (lead guitar), Lucas Wright (drums).