Formed in Glasgow in 2003, Glasvegas is one of today’s most buzzed about alt rock bands. And with the unmistakable Scottish brogue of singer James Allan’s vocals, coupled with meaningful lyrics and the kind of music you know should fill an arena, it’s no wonder why. A blend of retro garage rock and with a modern edge, their aesthetic is appealing to the everyman in everyone. In this video, http://www.WatchMojo.com speaks with the band about how they’ve grown as a group, and we ask drummer Caroline what it’s like being the only girl in the band.
Glasvegas has toured with some of today’s biggest groups. U2, Kings of Leon and Oasis are just a few names you might have seen on the roster next to the band. The Glasgow music scene has also given birth to numerous bands, none of which sound similar to each other. In this second video we find out more about the Glasgow scene, gets the band to weigh in on Oasis’ most recent breakup, and we find out what it was like for Glasvegas to tour with the Gallagher brothers and U2. continue reading...
Formed in Scotland in 1994, and still considered a Scottish band, Snow Patrol is comprised of both Irish and Scottish members. Best known for their huge 2006 hit, ‘Chasing Cars,’ the band has had over twenty singles across five studio albums. 2009 sees the band coming out with their first compilation album, ‘Up To Here,’ which showcases their huge catalog of songs. In this video, http://www.WatchMojo.com chats with Nathan from the band to find out what it’s like to tour with bands as huge as U2 and Coldplay, and to find out if Snow Patrol themselves have any romantic ‘Chasing Cars’ moments.
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If you think you know Paolo Nutini, think again. His two million selling 2006 debut album, These Streets, established the young Scotsman as a leading light amongst the new wave of singer-songwriters. Paolo’s extraordinary follow up, Sunny Side Up, casts him in a whole other light. continue reading...
Relatively unknown in the States, Scottish band Biffy Clyro has begun to make some noise across the pond in the UK. Call it alternative, call it rock, or call it powerpop, one thing is for sure; Biffy Clyro’s music is different from anything you’ve heard before. This threesome has been receiving critical acclaim since their release of “Puzzle.” In this WatchMojo interview with James and Simon, we talk to them about their past, experimenting with music, and how they try to “confuse” their listeners. For more information click Here
