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The Son(s) releases “Leviathan” EP plus new video!
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After their critically acclaimed self-titled album released in 2011, The Son(s) return with their latest EP Leviathan, out now on Olive Grove Records.
To celebrate the release of the EP, the band have uploaded the fantastic video for the EP track "If I Hear You Talk Apostrophes Again..." to their YouTube page.
The track was also released as a free download, which you can grab from the A Badge of Friendship Soundcloud page.
Leviathan was recorded in the middle of winter in an old, cold, empty flat in Edinburgh and, as a result, each track is dripping with atmosphere. The EP picks up where last year's self-titled debut album left off, tipping a hat to the laid back, stripped down qualities of Americana, with tracks like "Cocksure Boys" and "Shot Out A Cannon" utilising echoey minimalist guitar and harmonious vocals to summon images and sounds reminiscent of The Beta Band at their best.
As always, strong lyrics are at the forefront of this release, with each track encapsulated in its own world while The Son(s) paint metaphysical pictures in the mind's eye of the listener.
The Son(s) previous releases received great support from the press, with the single Radar featuring as Track Of The Day on Spinner and Classic Rock Magazine (online) plus some outstanding reviews from the likes of The Line of Best Fit, Sunday Mail (4/5) and The Skinny (4/5).They also received support from BBC 6Music’s Gideon Coe and Tom Robinson plus BBC Radio 1 Scotland’s Vic Galloway and Ally Mcrae. Leviathan is a worthy follow-up to an already impressive body of work.
Leviathan is available to buy now via the band's Bandcamp page.
Leviathan EP is available on Olive Grove Records as a download and limited edition cassette tape, complete with intriguing inlay artwork.
Physical copies of the EP are available but extremely limited, however, we have digital promos and streams of the EP available upon request.
The Son(s) Return!
After their critically acclaimed self-titled album released in 2011, The Son(s) return with their latest EP Leviathan, which will be released on 7th May 2012 via Olive Grove Records.
“These songs were sung and recorded in an old cold, empty, echoey flat in Edinburgh. Away from home, stuck in the dark middle of winter. It was the coldest winter there for more than 50 years. Temperatures fell to minus 14C. It was colder at night, colder still at home. Snow fell, trains stopped.”
Leviathan was recorded in the middle of winter in an old, cold, empty flat in Edinburgh and, as a result, each track is dripping with atmosphere. The EP picks up where last year's debut album left off, tipping a hat to the laid back and stripped down qualities of Americana, with tracks like "Cocksure Boys" and "Shot Out A Cannon" utilising echoey minimalist guitar and harmonious vocals to summon images and sounds reminiscent of The Beta Band at their best. As always, strong lyrics are at the forefront of this release, with each track encapsulated in its own world while The Son(s) paint metaphysical pictures in the mind's eye of the listener.
The free download track If I Hear You Talk Apostrophes Again... is available to download now via the Badge of Friendship Soundcloud page.
The Son(s) previous releases received great support from the press, with the single Radar featuring as Track Of The Day on Spinner and Classic Rock Magazine (online) plus some outstanding reviews from the likes of The Line of Best Fit, Sunday Mail (4/5) and The Skinny (4/5).They also received support from BBC 6Music’s Gideon Coe and Tom Robinson plus BBC Radio 1 Scotland’s Vic Galloway and Ally Mcrae. Leviathan is a worthy follow-up to an already impressive body of work.
For a little taster of the what you missed on The Son(s) last album, you can watch the haunting video for Radar on YouTube now.
Leviathan EP will be released via Olive Grove Records on 7th May 2012 as a download and a limited edition cassette tape, complete with intriguing inlay artwork.
Physical copies of the EP are available but extremely limited, however, we have digital promos and streams of the EP available upon request.
The Son(s) get played on Cloud Sounds
We hope you've recovered from your respective weekends enough to enjoy the news that The Son(s) seem to have picked up a new fan.
Cloud Sounds featured the band as their "Artist of the Week" last week, and then featured their album track, "Dogs, Boys & Men", again in this week's podcast. Get over there and have a listen.
The Son(s) debut album is released via Olive Grove Records You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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The Son(s) self titled debut album reviewed by Favourite Son
ABoF's most elusive artist(s), The Son(s), are still picking up some great reviews for their self titled debut album.
Scottish online music publication, Favourite Son, has written a fantastic review after listening to the album, really getting to the heart of the music. They've even featured the album's opening track "Dogs, Boys and Men" for their readers to listen to, so get over there and feast your eyes and ears.
If you can't see the stream for Radar below, head over to our Soundcloud.
The Son(s) - Radar by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't view the spooktacular video for the single below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) debut album is released via Olive Grove Records You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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The Best In British Music Show feature 3 ABoF artists!
We're wrapping up the week with a triple news hit for the ABoF family, as three of our bands have been picked up and played on one of our favourite podcasts.
Our friends What Would Jesus Drive, Oxford lads Gunning For Tamar, and Scotland's favourite wayward son(s), the aptly named The Son(s), have been featured on the latest episode of the Best In British Music Show With Tara O, rubbing shoulders with the likes of Wire, The Vaccines and Elbow. Once you've finished listening, check out the bands respective videos below.
If you can't see the video for What Would Jesus Drive album track, Fragile Mansions below, check it out on What Would Jesus Drive's YouTube Page.
Black And Blue is available to download digitally from What Would Jesus Drive's Bandcamp page.
If you can't see the video for "German Treasure Island" below, check it out on Gunning For Tamar's YouTube page.
Deaf Cow Motel will be released via Walnut Tree Records and will be available to buy on CD and Download 30th May 2011.
If you can't view the spooktacular video for The Son(s) single and album track, Radar, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) debut album is released via Olive Grove Records You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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Peenko feature The Son(s) cover of Meursault’s “One Day This Will All Be Fields”
The Son(s) were asked by Peenko if they fancied recording a cover to be featured on their blog. Our most elusive artist(s) chose to record Meursault's haunting One Day This'll All Be Fields. They've certainly done the song justice, so head over there and treat yourselves to a listen on this sunny friday afternoon.
If you can't view the spooktacular video for the single and album track Radar below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) debut album is released via Olive Grove Records You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
The Son(s) single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon. Their self titled album is due for release 7th March 2011.
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The Son(s) free album track chosen as “MP3 Of The Day” on Spinner UK.
Press for The Son(s) is coming in so quick and fast, we're having trouble keeping up!
Last week, "Dogs, Boys & Men", the free album track from their stunning self titled debut, was featured on Spinner UK, and chosen as their "MP3 of the Day". If you've not hand a chance to check the tune out, get yourself over there and download it absolutely free.
If you can't view the spooktacular video for single, Radar below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) debut album is released via Olive Grove Records You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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The Digital Fix give away track from The Son(s) debut album.
The Son(s) are popping up all over the place this week, as album track "Dogs, Boys & Men" is being given away as a free download.
The Digital Fix are the latest to feature this amazing track from The Son(s), so if you've yet to hear or download it, get over there now.
The Son(s) debut album is released via Olive Grove Records You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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The Son(s) “Dogs, Boys & Men” made Classic Rock’s Track of The Day!
Amazing news for The Son(s) camp this morning, and we here at ABoF towers couldn't be more excited.
Classic Rock have made album track, "Dogs Boys & Men" their track of the day. Get yourself over there and treat your ears - once you're done, you can download the track via the Classic Rock website.
The Son(s) debut album is released via Olive Grove Records You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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Download The Son(s) free MP3 on The 405
The Son(s) are giving away a free track off their amazing self titled debut album.
The 405 have always had a soft spot for our most elusive of artist(s), so you can head over there to download the track absolutely free. Wednesday's almost over, so what better time to pick up some free stuff?
The Son(s) debut album is released via Olive Grove Records You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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The Son(s) featured on The IndieBendent podcast.
You can't truly start the week off without checking out our most elusive artist(s), The Son(s). Luckily for you, they've been featured on the most recent episode of The IndieBendent podcast, rubbing shoulders with fellow scottish ABoF artists, Penguins Kill Polar Bears.
If you can't see the stream for The IndieBendent podcast below, head over to their Soundcloud page.
The IndieBendent #3 by The IndieBendent
If you can't view the spooktacular video for The Son(s) single, and album track Radar below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) debut album is released via Olive Grove Records You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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Get The Skinny on The Son(s) debut album.
The Son(s) have spent the last two weeks setting the press on fire with their self titled debut album, and this week is no different.
The Skinny have popped the LP on their stereo, and have shared their thoughts on the eponymous album, awarding it an impressive 4 out of 5 stars. Get yourself over there and read the full review - there are worse ways to start your week.
If you can't see the stream for Radar below, head over to our Soundcloud.
The Son(s) - Radar by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't view the spooktacular video for the single below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) debut album is released via Olive Grove Records You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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Cougar Microbes introduce The Son(s)
If you've still haven't taken a peek at ABoF's most elusive artist(s) The Son(s), then today's your luck day.
Cougar Microbes have put together a great feature to inroduce all and sundry to the beautifully dark and brooding Scottish acoustic outfit. So get yourself over there, and treat your ears to an aural feast.
If you can't view the spooktacular video for the single and album track Radar below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) debut album is released via Olive Grove Records You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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The Son(s) debut album reviewed by The Line Of Best Fit
Another review has come rolling in on the ABoF news wire for our most elusive artist(s) The Son(s).
The Line Of Best Fit put on their listening caps (like a thinking cap, but with bigger ears), and gave The Son(s) debut album a spin. Get over there and check out what they had to say about the release.
If you can't see the stream for Radar below, head over to our Soundcloud.
The Son(s) - Radar by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't view the spooktacular video for the single below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) debut album is released via Olive Grove Records You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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Tuesday News Explosion for The Son(s) - Music News, Radar and blahblahblahscience show some love.
This Tuesday sees The Son(s) once again rocking the online world to itsmetaphysical foundations, with a trio of cracking news stories shining a bright spotlight of love on their self titled debut album.
First up to the plate are the folks at Music News who've awarded The Son(s) debut 3 out of 5 stars. Not bad at all.
Secondly, Radar are spreading the news about our most elusive artists, featuring their spooktacular video for album track and single, Radar. So, clear a hole in your schedule and check it out.
Last, but by no means least, blahblahblahscience have taken album track, "You Belong To No One", and pressed it firmly against their musical bosom. They certainly couldn't get enough of the song, and awarded it 8.5 out of 10. So happy to see yet another writer-turned-fan.
Released by Olive Grove Records, you can buy The Son(s) self titled debut on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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The Son(s) give a track by track breakdown on Peenko
If you've not yet heard The Son(s)' amazing self titled debut album, then today is your lucky day!
Peenko have managed to sit the elusive artist(s) down to talk us through the album, track by glorious track. Not only can you listen to the whole album being streamed, you can also learn a little bit about the tracks' influences and origins.
It's an interesting opportunity to look through the eyes of the most mysterious member(s) of the ABoF family.
If you can't view the spooktacular video for the single and album track, Radar, below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) debut album is Rough Trade's recommended album of the week. You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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Vigo Thieves & The Son(s) have their tracks spun on Jim Gellatly’s New Music Podcast
We've got a double header of humpday news for you this Wednesday, as word reaches us, through the metaphysical grapevine that is the internet, that two bands from the ABoF Family have been featured on Jim Gellatly's New Music Podcast.
Tracks from both Vigo Thieves and elusive Scottish folkster(s) The Son(s) have been given a spin on the show, so get yourself over there and treat your ears.
You can buy Vigo Thieves' single Love Is Dead from Amazon and Play.com.
If you can't view the spooktacular video for Radar below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
The Son(s) debut album, released on Olive Grove Records, is Rough Trade's recommended album of the week. You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
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The Sunday Mail review The Son(s) debut album
After causing a storm online with their self titled debut album, The Son(s) have picked up some love in the Scottish press! The Sunday Mail got their hands on the album, gave it a listen and awarded it a fantastic 4 out of 5 stars.
You can read the full review below.
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If you can't see the stream for single, and album track, Radar below, head over to our Soundcloud.
The Son(s) - Radar by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't view the spooktacular video for the single below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) debut album is Rough Trade's recommended album of the week. You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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NetSounds Unsigned Podcast feature Penguins Kill Polar Bears & The Son(s)
We've got a Tuesday news double header for the ABoF family, as both Penguins Kill Polar Bears and The Son(s) have been featured on the NetSounds Unsigned podcast. The show is well worth a listen, so dig your headphones out and enjoy!.
Penguins Kill Polar Bears' EP Vessels and Veins is out now and available to buy on iTunes for £3.16 or on limited edition CD for £5 via mailorder.
If you can't see the spooktacular video below for the for The Son(s) single and album track, Radar, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) debut album is Rough Trade's recommended album of the week. You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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Subba-Cultcha review The Son(s) debut album.
The Son(s) have caused quite a stir with their self titled debut album, released yesterday on Olive Grove Records.
They've already received a 7 out of 10 review from the people over at Subba-Cultcha. With comparisons being drawn to folk legends, Simon & Garfunkel, we think the lad(s) should be incredibly pleased with themselves.
With their single and video for album track Radar being featured on AAA Music to commemorate the release, we're sure this is only the beginning of what's sure to be an explosion of press for The Son(s) amazing debut.
The Son(s) debut album, released on Olive Grove Records, is Rough Trade's recommended album of the week. You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
Their single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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The Son(s) release their debut album today!
The Son(s) release their self-titled debut album today Olive Grove Records.
The first single from the album was Radar, released back in January. The track combined silky textured vocals and a guitar sound infused with Americana to create a sound that combines elements of Iron & Wine and Grizzly Bear with a liberal helping of The Beach Boys. But this was just the tip of the iceberg. The track "Dogs, Boys & Men", which will feature as Spinner's Track of the Day in a few weeks time, is a great example of The Son(s) diversity showing their influences aren't their anchor.
The band has already received brilliant support from their native Scotland with various DJs on BBC Radio 1 Scotland (Ally McCrae and Vic Galloway) giving them a spin. Magazines like The Skinny and The List have also said some lovely words with The List comparing the band to Midlake but mentioning that the album has an "accomplished sound of its own", whilst The Skinny gave the album a commendable 4/5 review.
Tracklisting:
1. Dogs, Boys & Men
2. Sonny, You'll Never Get That Ride
3. You Belong To No One
4. Radar
5. Sold Down The River
6. There Is A Hole In The Middle Of The Sea...
7. Count Your Feet
8. George & Harm
9. Soheyo
10. Pinholes
11. Mars Just Plied Her With Gin...
The Son(s) debut album is Rough Trade's recommended album of the week. You can buy it on CD via the Rough Trade website for £7.99.
There are only digital copies of album left to review, let us know if you'd like a download link. Please email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for more information.
Geeks.co.uk review The Son(s) debut album.
The Son(s) self titled debut album has picked up some more love from the ethereal internet printing press, with our friends over at Geeks.co.uk adding their review to the bands satisfying stack of praise. We really can't say enough good things about this album - it's amazingly atmospheric, and is sure to take the UK by storm when it's released in early March.
If you can't see the stream for single and album track, Radar ,below, head over to our Soundcloud.
The Son(s) - Radar by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't view the chilling video for the single below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon. Their self titled album is due for release 7th March 2011.
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The List review debut album from The Son(s).
Nothing seems to be able to stop the press rolling in for The Son(s) self titled debut album. The latest to add to the deluge of articles flooding ABoF HQ comes from the The List, who've gotten their hands on the new album, and written a great review. We predict that this isn't the last we'll hear about the album, as we think it's going to be huge!
If you can't see the stream for single and album track, Radar, below, head over to our Soundcloud.
The Son(s) - Radar by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't view the spooktacular video for the single below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon. Their self titled album is due for release 7th March 2011.
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The Son(s) debut album featured on Buzzin Music and Dauphin Magazine.
We're kicking off Wednesday with some more news concerning the most elusive artist(s) on the ABoF roster, The Son(s).
Dauphin Magazine (online) featured the self titled debut album from The Son(s) in its entirety as their "Song Of The Day - songs that should be in films". This was way back in February, and the story very nearly slipped under our radar (see what we did there?).
Buzzin Music also ran a preview for The Son(s) outstanding debut, and if you haven't yet taken the time to watch the chilling video for single, and album track, Radar, we'd suggest you head over there now.
If you can't see the stream for single and album track, Radar ,below, head over to our Soundcloud.
The Son(s) - Radar by abadgeoffriendship
The Son(s) single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon. Their self titled album is due for release 7th March 2011.
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The Digital Fix review The Son(s) debut album.
The Son(s) self titled is picking up more praise from the online press. This time they've earnt themselves a 7 out of 10 review from the folks at The Digital Fix. It's an absolutely outstanding release, and we're looking forward to more press reaction when the album goes on sale at the beginning of March.
If you can't see the waveform below for single and album track, Radar, head over to our Soundcloud.
The Son(s) - Radar by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't view the spooktacular video for the single below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon. Their self titled album is due for release 7th March 2011.
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Room Thirteen review The Son(s) upcoming album.
The Son(s) self titled debut album has picked up a great review from Room Thirteen, earning them an impressive 9 out of 13 stars. We here at ABoF HQ can't get enough of this album, so it's great to read that other people rate it as highly as we do.
If you can't see the stream for The Son(s) single Radar (taken from the album) below, head over to our Soundcloud.
The Son(s) - Radar by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't view their spooktacular video for the single, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon. Their self titled album is due for release 7th March 2011.
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The Tidal Wave Of Indifference talk to The Son(s)
The Son(s) have been taking the press by storm with their upcoming self titled album, with The Tidal Wave Of Indifference being the latest in a long line to heap praise upon the album. Head over there now to check out the full review, and a rare interview with Karl, one of the elusive Son(s).
If you can't see the stream for Radar below, head over to our Soundcloud.
The Son(s) - Radar by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't view the spooktacular video for the single below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon. Their self titled album is due for release 7th March 2011.
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The Son(s) album reviewed on with Flaws
The self titled album from elusive scottish folk artist(s), The Son(s)has picked up a nice wee review from the people at with Flaws. We can't wait until March, when the whole country can hear it.
If you can't see the stream for Radar below, head over to our Soundcloud.
The Son(s) - Radar by abadgeoffriendship
If you can't view the spooktacular video for the single below, watch it on The Son(s) YouTube page.
The Son(s) single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon. Their self titled album is due for release 7th March 2011.
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The Son(s) and Esperi get a mention on The List
The cherry on top of this friday, and indeed the week, is that The List have given a nod to our friends The Son(s) and Esperi in their feature interviewing the lovely folks at Olive Grove Records.
Halina and Lloyd (the pair behind Olive Grove) are good people, so we suggest you head over there and check out the interview, and while you're there you can check out tracks from Esperi and The Son(s).
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In All Caps review Radar, the latest single from The Son(s)
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More news for those elusive scot(s), The Son(s), as we've just had another cracking review land on our desks (read: the ABoF HQ sofa), this time from the lovely people at in ALL caps.
Check out the full review.
The Son(s) single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon. Their self titled album is due for release 7th March 2011.
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Reviews for The Son(s) self-titled debut album pour in.
- Glasgow PodcArt
Our most elusive artist(s), The Son(s) have picked up a double header of press this Tuesday morning. Their self titled debut album picked up cracking reviews from the folks at Glasgow PodcArt and from Grounds For Appeal, who've also included some lovely photos of the limited edition CD pack. Make sure you head over there, and check out a selection of album tracks.
The Son(s) single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon. Their self titled album is due for release 7th March 2011.
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The Son(s) given a spin on BBC Radio 1 Scotland
Good news for our friend(s) The Son(s) as news is just in their single Radar was taken for a spin by Vic Galloway on his Introducing show over on BBC Radio 1 Scotland.
If you missed the show, get yourself over there and have a listen.
Radar is released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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The Son(s) debut album reviewed by Argos Barks
The folks over at Argos Barks got their hands on a copy of the self-titled debut album from The Son(s), and boy did it get good response!
"This might be a debut album but in reality, this is simply the record that many bands wish to make one day." - Argos Barks
Head over there to check out the review in full, and listen to "Sold Down The River", one of the tracks from the upcoming album.
The Son(s) debut album will be released on 7 March through Olive Grove Records. CDs will be in limited editions so you will want to get yours as soon as you can. Their single Radar is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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Artrocker! review The Son(s) self titled debut album.
Another story rolls in off the metaphysical internet press for The Son(s), this time in review form.
Artocker! have reviewed their upcoming self titled debut album, so get yourself over there and check it out. While you're there, you can also check out the promo video for their single - Radar.
The Son(s) single, Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon. Their self titled album is due for release 7th March 2011.
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The Son(s) made The List magazine’s “11 for 2011”
Big things are planned this year for those mysterious musician(s) The Son(s). They'll no doubt be over the moon to see that The List magazine have featured them in their "11 for 2011" feature.
The Son(s) single,Radar, was released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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AU magazine cast a glance over The Son(s)
AU recently ran a feature on our most enigmatic friend(s) The Son(s).
It's a pretty handy piece for anyone who hasn't seen the spine chilling video for their single Radar, and they've even included streams for seven of their earlier tracks so you can have yourself a proper taste of what's set to be one of the defining acts of 2011.
Check it all out over at AU.
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Peenko shine a light on Esperi and The Son(s)
Friday seems so long ago now - the weekend is officially over and it's time to chain yourself to a desk for another 5 days being a grown up. Well, this morning you can relive your favourite day of the week (unless you're one of those freaks that REALLY loves their Wednesdays) and head over to Peenko for their Friday Freebies.
Last week they featured three of our good friends The Son(s), Esperi and Penguins Kill Polar Bears, so get your headphones out of that dusty desk drawer and download away.
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Jim Gellatly gives The Son(s) “Radar” a spin on Amazing Radio
Goodness it's early for a Monday, but we just couldn't wait to share the news that The Son(s) spent Sunday taking up a portion of the UK's airwaves.
Their single Radar was featured over on Jim Gellatly's show on Amazing Radio, so if you missed it on Sunday, get yourself over there and check it out. There are worse ways to start the week.
Radar is released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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Wayter, Penguins Kill Polar Bears and The Son(s) Featured on Best In British Music Show!
The brilliant Canadian online radio show, Best In British Music Show, has featured some of the fantastic bands on the A Badge of Friendship roster.
Spinning the decks is, Tara O, who firstly played Wayter's Cheese Sandwich on the December 8th 2010 podcast, giving her a listeners a nice little treat before Christmas!
Heralding in the New Year, the Penguins Kill Polar Bears track Lungs and the The Son(s) tune I Have Been, both featured on the January 19th 2011 podcast!
Wayter release new single Twenty and Penguins Kill Polar Bears release EP Vessels and Veins on February 21st. The Son(s) release self titled debut album on March 7th.
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in ALL caps cast a glance at The Son(s)
More news to brighten up your Tuesday - in ALL caps managed to get their hands on Radar, the new single from The Son(s). We're happy to say that they like what they heard, and have even posted a stream of the singles A-Side, so get yourself over there and have a listen.
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The Son(s) featured on God Is In The TV Zine
Still not had a chance to catch The Son(s) amazing, and morbid, video for their single Radar? Well, now you've got no excuse. It's Friday, you're no doubt looking for things to help speed up your countdown to the weekend, and God Is In The TV Zine have featured the vid on their site.
So what're you waiting for? Get over there now! It's Friday!
Radar is released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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The Son(s) featured on Sound Of The Overground
"...hauntingly sweet and really rather terrific." - Sound Of The Overground
If you haven't seen the hauntingly creepy new video to The Son(s) single, Radar, then we suggest you get yourselves over to Sound Of The Underground, where they've featured the vid in all its spooky glory.
Radar is released via EliandOz, and is available to download via iTunes and Amazon.
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The Son(s)... The Gift That Keeps on Giving!
The Son(s) continue to do the rounds on a number of respected blogs all over the internet, as they make an immediate impact on 2011!
The outstanding single, Radar, is out today on Eli and OZ Records, and it is easy to see why the band continue to make a splash on the music world!
If you have yet to see the brand new eerie video, you can watch it on the Sourmash Music, Favourite Son and Ayetunes websites.
The single can be streamed for free on the A Badge of Friendship soundcloud page.
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The Son(s) are Sweeping The Nation
Apparently today is "Blue Monday", the most depressing day of the year, but you can fight off those January blues by heading on over to Sweeping The Nation to check out Radar, the upcoming single from The Son(s).
If that isn't enough to get you through the day, then you should probably go back to bed.
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The Son(s) Featured on Glasgow Podcart!
Brilliant Scots band The Son(s) have had a track featured on the wonderful Glasgow Podcart.
The band have been making some waves with the release of their debut album due later in the year, and are quickly becoming 'one's to watch' in 2011!
The folks over at Glasgow Podcart have chosen the exquisite track "There Is A Hole In The Middle of The Sea", as well as a number of other artists on their This Made My Hair Cry podcast.
You can check out the episode over on the Glasgow Podcart website.
The Son(s) release the single Radar on January 17th. You can stream the track for free from the A Badge of Friendship soundcloud page.
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The Line Of Best Fit review The Son(s)’ single - Radar
Some great press popping through the virtual letterbox, as we gear up for the imminent release of The Son(s)' new single, Radar.
"With otherworldly vocals and complex instrumental arrangements, the last remaining Son’s soundscape is as haunting and eerie as the Ouiji board narrative of the accompanying video." - The Line Of Best Fit
Check out the full review over at The Line Of Best Fit.
Radar is due for release on 17th January via EliandOz.
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The Son(s) featured on Favourite Sons “One’s To Watch in 2011” list.
The New Year is officially firing on all cylinders, we're all back to working the full week (booo), and The Son(s) are making waves all over the internet.
They've made the "One's To Watch In 2011" list over on Favourite Son, and if you haven't had a chance to listen to or watch the video for Radar, their new single, then get yourself over to The 405 and Sweeping The Nation, where both are being hosted for your visual and aural pleasure.
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Watch The Son(s) Video for Single “Radar”!
2011 has only just kicked off, and The Son(s) are already beginning to make waves!
Already being compared to the likes of Iron and Wine and Grizzly Bear, the mysterious band are due to release the first single, Radar, from their much anticipated debut album later this month.
Radar perfectly encapsulates the beautifully textured song-writing skills that will go on to define 2011.
Our friends over at Echoes and Dust and The Digital Fix have written some kind words about the band and, as an added bonus, have put up the excellent video for the up-and-coming single.
Radar is out on January 17th.
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The Son(s) make Radar’s “Tips for 2011”
We're really excited to be working with The Son(s), so imagine our delight when we checked our inbox this rainy Thursday to find that Radar have included them in their "Tips for 2011".
Check out the whole list, and some lovely words about The Son(s), over on Radar.
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Introducing… The Son(s)
The Son(s) are a band shrouded in mystery. Preferring to maintain their anonymity, this is as much as we can tell you about their origins:
The Son(s) were three men in a band, in Edinburgh.
One Son went to London, and made his fortune in the movies.
Another Son went to Oxford and lives in a small commune there.
The last Son eventually went back to the North East of Scotland and wrote and recorded these songs.
Radar is the product of the last remaining son. The single combines the silky textured vocals and a guitar sound infused with Americana to create a sound that combines elements of Iron & Wine and Grizzly Bear with a liberal helping of The Beach Boys. The song has a hauntingly filmic quality, conjuring-up images of abandoned funfairs and lost highways at midnight. It's an incredibly atmospheric release from an artist confident in his sound.
The single's b-side, "I Have Been", in contrast to the title track, is very much vocally driven. The Son(s) allow instruments to take a back seat while the vocals create a downbeat harmony that sounds like it's been wrenched from deep within the soul. There are elements of early Elvis Costello in last sons' vocal style, with his ability to produce wonderfully poignant lyrics with knives hidden inside them. This is a musician who knows how to use his talents to elicit an emotional response in the listener, and he isn't afraid to do so.
The Son(s) are currently putting the finishing touches to their debut album, due for release in March, and will be spending the early part of 2011 laying the groundwork for its’ reception.
Tracklisting:
1. Dogs, Boys & Men
2. Sonny, You'll Never Get That Ride
3. You Belong To No One
4. Radar
5. Sold Down The River
6. There Is A Hole In The Middle Of The Sea...
7. Count Your Feet
8. George & Harm
9. Soheyo
10. Pinholes
11. Mars Just Plied Her With Gin...
The Son(s) single Radar is available for download only, released via EliandOz on 17th January 2011.
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The Son(s) show their face on Glasgow PodcArt
One of the more elusive bands we've got lined up for you in 2011 are The Son(s), and we can't wait to watch them take off in the New Year. In the meantime, they've just been featured in Glasgow PodcArt's "Tips for 2011".
". . .the critics have been queuing up to play and review them and quite rightly so. You are going to be hearing a lot from them." - Glasgow PodcArt
Check out the full review HERE.
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