Singles Round Up 2026 – February – Part 2

I’m not going to go into the reasons why this is so late, but I started this such a long time ago now, half of the bands have probably released more music or split up since but hey, as the saying goes, I’ve started, so I’ll finish…

February seems a long time ago and a lot of water has flowed under the bridge since then. And as you can see from this second part of the singles for the month, there was a lot to digest including a few new releases from bands who feature on the “You are Here – The New Sound of Scotland” CD (yes, I know… I’m awaiting delivery of said CD, once they are in my grubby mitts they’ll be unleashed on an unsuspecting public….)… Read the rest

Bratakus – Hagridden – album review

Hailing from Tomintoul, at one end of one of the most famous routes on Scottish radio weather reports… we’ve all heard that famous phrase “the Cockbridge to Tomintoul Road is closed at the Lecht summit due to snow….”, as Bratakus, sisters Brèagha & Onnagh are one of the villages two most famous exports, the other being its whisky. With this new collection of songs, coming nearly 10 years after their debut album Target Grrrl, these enfant terribles, resplendent on the cover in disturbing horror masks in the guise of their familiar trademark evil baby face band logo, are back with a vengeance and they’ve certainly got someting to say.… Read the rest

November Singles… the next batch

With Brontës having laid down the gauntlet and got the challenge for single of the month off to a flier with their captivating new song San Francisco, it is down to all comers to try to snatch the title from their grasp. The next batch for November has revealed some strong contenders, with a huge showing from some rival Scottish acts…

The Treasury’s in Love is the new single from indie-folksters Elgin and the Marbles, and is a clever lyrical take on all things wrong with the current state of the finances of these shores, seemingly made worse with each new chancellor who wanders into 11 Downing Street.

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Dammit Fest 2019

Punk Fests – Old v New – Scotland Calling & Dammit-Fest 2019

Scotland Calling

This weekend sees the return of Glasgow’s annual festival of punk, Scotland Calling. Into its 6th year now, I’ve been to them all so far and it has always been a good day out and an opportunity to catch up with friends.

Like every festival, there are bands that suit our tastes and others that give us an opportunity to take a break. Head out for a drink or something to eat in the many hostelries and eating establishments on and around Sauchiehall Street.

We have joked every year about the line-up, with some bands making several appearances.… Read the rest