HIGH/LOW

Ralph's given Essex based fuzzy post-grungesters HIGH/LOW a spin previously on his Radio KC Indie Show, so his attention piqued when news of a recently released,12 track, second album hit the kennel.

The self-produced AUTOSPY is their first recording as a full band with new drummer Dave Pankhurst. All previous releases were recorded by Guitarist/Vocals Steve Weston and Bassist Lee Yates. 

The new album blends the familiar HIGH/LOW sounds of loud guitars, bass fuzz, energy and harmonies with more dynamics, a fuller sound and a push in both the lighter and darker directions.





Formed towards the end of 2011 their debut EP Forty was released Aug 2012, along with the Raygun EP in November. The band also produced two videos to promote the title singles. In November 2012, HIGH/LOW made their first live appearance.

Most of 2013 was spent gigging, writing & promoting a Kickstarter campaign to fund a full-length album, which during Feb-April 2014  they recorded Stuck In A Void and released it 30 May 2014.

Kicking off with the eponymous Autospy HIGH/LOW set out their stall early. Heavy bass and driving guitars with vocals bringing shades of American bands 3 Doors Down or Seether, quickly followed by another vocally strong track in Crumble Down.

They follow that up with a 'poppier' sounding Mould, whilst Let's Run! takes it back up a notch, closely followed by possibly my favourite track on the album, Thin Skin, which has the feel of Scotland's favourite sons Idlewild. 

That carries on throughout what proves to be an extremely strong follow-up album by HIGH/LOW and provides them with a wealth of excellent live material.

Fatherson

Third of the Scottish bands featured this week (Tijuana Bibles on Monday and Laykiller Caterpillar on Tuesday - do pay attention) is the increasingly impressive Fatherson. With the long awaited, much vaunted album about to be released (7th April) they're embarking on a UK album release tour and only this morning have released a video for one of the new tracks - 'I Like Not Knowing'. The good news for me is I've had a listen to the album on the QT and I can assure you the hype is not without merit - the bad news for you is, the wait 'til April 7th!

In the meantime 'I Like Not Knowing' - produced by the inimitable Bruce Rintoul - has been released along with a shiny new, well crafted video that involves a lot of running, jumping and splashing for your listening and visual pleasure. It's a lyrically reflective yet musically joyful track and will be well received at the upcoming live shows.

Fatherson are a four piece based in Glasgow and formed in Kilmarnock. They have been making waves in the Scottish music scene following a string of supports with bands such as Frightened Rabbit, Panic! at the Disco, Feeder, Twin Atlantic and Idlewild.

Fatherson have released two singles. “Hometown”, through King Tuts Recordings, showcases the band’s ability to write anthemic indie songs that will be running around your head for weeks to come. 2012 saw the release of “First Born”, strengthening the band's reputation & helping to build a fanbase all over the country.





Following the inclusion of a song on BBC Radio 1's Introducing playlist, the band performed on the BBC Introducing stage at T in the Park where their set was aired on BBC2. Gaining experience through further festival appearances during the summer culminated in a trip to America for an industry showcase, laying the foundations there for the future.

They completed their year with their biggest headline tour to date packing out venues such as The Garage in Glasgow, the Liquid Rooms in Edinburgh and The Ironworks in Inverness.

In 2013, in-between recording their debut album, the band have been playing around the country including appearances at The Great Escape in Brighton,This Is Fake DIY in London, Stag & Dagger at the ABC 1 in Glasgow and the Main Stage at Rockness. Fatherson play a few selected festivals and shows throughout the summer and are currently planning a UK tour in November.

	Apr 13	Gullivers	Manchester, United Kingdom	Tickets	RSVP	Share
	Apr 14	Korova Club	Liverpool, United Kingdom	Tickets	RSVP	Share
	Apr 15	Thekla	Bristol, United Kingdom	Tickets	RSVP	Share
	Apr 16	Barfly	London, United Kingdom	Tickets	RSVP	Share
	Apr 17	The Portland Arms	Cambridge, United Kingdom	Tickets	RSVP	Share
	Apr 26	The Arches, Glasgow	Glasgow, United Kingdom	Tickets	RSVP	Share
	May 02	P.J. Molloys	Dunfermline, United Kingdom	Tickets	RSVP	Share

Silver Coast

Ralph's attention's been draw 'Up North' with Inverness band Silver Coast releasing a new single 'Believe' on March 3rd. Formed at the end of 2012 and gigging relentlessly ever since (including supports with Fatherson and King Charles) they've amassed a large and faithful following locally. With the release of the new single they've now set their sights further afield and are touring Scotland accordingly.

Having had a preview of the new single...(if you're an Idlewild fan you're going to love 'Believe')...Silver Coast have come up with their first 'anthemic' sounding track. Big guitars and soaring vocal will make this an instant hit with their followers and garner them a new crop of fans as it picks up the inevitable radio play throughout Scotland. 






Looking forward to their live shows and release of ‘Believe’ Aaron stated - “I write songs that paint a clear picture of who we are, songs of love and life experiences that I hope everyone will relate to in one way or another. I want people to really feel the passion in Silver Coast's music."

Silver Coast are - Aaron Murray on Vocals and Guitar, Andrew Thomas on Guitar and Backing Vocals, Michael Cappie on Drums and Jason Simpson on Bass.

'Believe' was recorded in Glasgow's iconic CaVa Sound studio and frontman Aaron said - "It's a song written about two people who love each other but who have had difficult lives, putting a strain on their relationship, leading to them taking time apart in order to learn to appreciate each other. It's about learning to trust each other, taking that big step and putting faith in someone you feel so much towards."



The Fight by Silver Coast


Upcoming gigs are...

Friday March 7th - Madd Hatters, Inverness

Tuesday March 18th - Glachbeg, Munlochy (Acoustic Set)

Friday March 21st - Crofter's Bar, Fort William

Saturday March 22nd - British Legion Fundraiser, Beauly

Friday April 11th- Cast The Net at Buff Club, Glasgow

Saturday April 12th Cafe Drummonds, Aberdeen