Constant Follower
Let the healing begin
It’s often said that music can be a healing process but for Steven McAll – the frontman and songwriter behind Constant Follower – it’s much more than that. more… “Constant Follower”
The Loft
All change as indie pioneers release debut album
30 years on
There seems to be a thirst for nostalgia in the UK indie music scene – and much of it is coming via the alumni of Creation Records. more… “The Loft”
The Burning Hell
Still singing the apocalypse blues
Some people might argue that the end of the world is no cause for celebration, but The Burning Hell have been singing the pre-apocalypse blues for a while now. more… “The Burning Hell”
Frank Carter
Painting a rainbow
with Rattlesnakes at the ready
Up-and-coming musicians may dream of the rock star life, but those who have tasted success often advise against becoming too embroiled in showbiz ways. more… “Frank Carter”
Held By Trees
Hinterland
Tweed Jacket / Lasgo
I’ve not been to an album ‘listening party’ since who knows when… more… “Held By Trees”
Divorce
Glasgow Stereo
Saturday 5th April 2025
You can probably tell something about a band from their entrance music. more… “Divorce”
Video of the week: Paul Vickers and The Leg – ‘Winter At Butterfly Lake’
Scottish indie dream team double up once again as Paul Vickers and The Leg trail a new album, their fifth, ‘Winter At Butterfly Lake’ more… “Video of the week: Paul Vickers and The Leg – ‘Winter At Butterfly Lake’”
House of All / EX-
Edinburgh Bongo Club
Saturday 22nd March 2025
“Tribute band: noun [ C ] – trɪb.juːtˌbænd: a group of musicians who play the music of a famous pop group and pretend to be that group.” more… “House of All / EX-“
F.O. Machete
Sharp practice
with Paul Mellon and Natasha Noramly
There’s no such thing as bad publicity, goes the old saying, and Natasha Noramly and Paul Mellon would certainly agree. more… “F.O. Machete”
Barry Adamson / Peter Cat
Edinburgh Cabaret Voltaire
Sunday 16th March 2025
Clever, erudite, with a way with a tune – you might describe Barry Adamson thus, so tonight’s support, Peter Cat, is a good choice to open for the former Magazine man. more… “Barry Adamson / Peter Cat”