Despite the fact that their debut album only came out in November, Stuntman Mike are already back in the studio working on their second album. Clearly they’re a band with a strong work ethic and plenty of fire in their bellies.
The Glasgow three-piece’s debut, Triangles, was produced by Stuart Mcredie who’s worked with acts ranging from Belle & Sebastian to the Fratellis.
Comprising of Scott Hetherington on vocals, Billy Mulholland on guitar and Affy Ahmad on drums, Stuntman Mike write rock songs that deal in anthemic undertones and social injustice.
The album, as a whole, has a good flow to it, with each song adding to the snarling attitude and unrest that lies within the lyrical content.
Triangles kicks off with ‘Buffalo’ – a well-paced rock song that flourishes from the moment singer Scott’s vocals kick in.
There’s enough distinction between the Stuntman Mike sound to separate them from the majority of alt-rock bands already out there, but in key moments their music references bands ranging from Placebo to the Manics to Muse – all the while managing to maintain their own unique sound.
‘Great Exploitation’ is laden with angst-ridden guitars but it’s in the chorus lines that Stuntman Mike’s music really flourishes.
‘Modern Glory’ brings depth with its changes in tempo and rhythm but it’s the second single from the album, Promise, which really proves that Stuntman Mike can write great rock songs.
The second half of the album doesn’t relent on the marker set by the opening tracks. With the constant back bone of drums pounding through each song you’re always sure you’re in safe hands.
The chorus of ‘We Say Fire’ is built for crowd participation whilst ‘Champagne Wolves’ lifts the pace just enough to stand out. ‘Kingdom’ wraps the album up solidly.
Well-pitched vocals and steady rhythms mark out Triangles as a rock-steady bet and if their second album is anything like this, they’re already onto a winner.
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