THE wealth of musical talent in Scotland cannot be understated.
All over the country, artists and bands are devising weird and wonderful ways to tell their stories, whether with lockdown videos or through live-streaming sets and band covers.
But the greatest thrill remains the unveiling of new material, with another round of new tracks on show.
Today (Friday, May 8) we have new singles from Voodoos, Pleasure Heads, Beta Waves, The Roov and more.
The Beta Waves – U Don’t Have 2 (UDH2)
The Tayside duo stay true to their aim of releasing new music every month, following up from May’s release of Hideaway.
One-line review: “A feast of electronic grooves and floating melodies.”
FFO: The Ninth Wave, Domiciles, Walt Disco
The Roov – Boys
Following up on the success of Girlfriend with a second release of 2020.
One-line review: “Saccharine dance-pop floor filler, served on a bed of disco.”
FFO: Prince, Blossoms, MGMT
Chris Greig and the Merchants – Seen it all Before
Second song of 2020 for the feelgood indie-pop quartet known for those catchy hooks and funk guitar licks.
One-line review: “Huge arena-pop foot-stomper.”
FFO: The XCERTS, DENI, Dancing on Tables
Voodoos – Young Punks
After TV Set, the Coatbridge four-piece unveil their latest release for 2020.
One-line review: “Breezy indie-garage-rock with a clap-a-long rhythm.”
FFO: Baby Strange, The Strokes, Arcade Fire
Folda – Folda
Get ready to feel – Folda unveil their first track of the year.
One-line review: “Moody pop anthem with an unbelievable vocal performance.”
FFO: Mt. Doubt, Meursault, SHEARS
Cara Rose – Urges
Captivating soul singer turned heads with debut single Learn to Speak and returns in a similar vein.
One-line review: “Nothing short of a complete outpouring of a soul…”
FFO: Celeste, Lilla Vargen, Joss Stone
Pleasure Heads – War & Orange Juice
The Forth Valley band is back again, just two months after their last release.
One-line review: “Proto-punk rock gem with a punchy double-tap chorus.”
FFO: Iggy Pop, The Dunts, Parliamo
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