After parting with Shed Seven somewhat acrimoniously later that year, officially due to "musical differences", Banks returned to York and formed The Rising with David McKellar (of The 88's on vocals), Rob "Maxi" Maxfield (of Audioweb on drums) and Stuart Fletcher (of Rick Witter & The Dukes on bass).
Following a dispute with Shed Seven that year, officially due to "musical differences", Banks returned to York and established The Rising with David McKellar (of The 88's on vocals), Rob "Maxi" Maxfield (from Audioweb on drums) and Stuart Fletcher (of Rick Witter & The Dukes on bass).