Their sets go from simple voice and guitar compositions (‘Four Bulbs’), through stomping Wilco-esque tunes to riotous cacophonies of white noise; their songs about alienation within relationships and youth itself are sung and screamed with utter abandon while the band work themselves into a furious frenzy…
“A thrilling, cathartic experience” Sub City Radio.
Fyfe Dangerfield of the Guillemots has supported and lauded this exceptional band since their formation, personally asking for them to open for the Guillemots in Glasgow and Edinburgh on their 2007 Scottish tours - and it's easy to see why.
With the King Tut’s “Your Sound” artist of the month award, a stonking four track demo, a Connect festival appearance and an acclaimed December “Live at the Mill” headline slot at Oran Mor in Glasgow and The Caves in Edinburgh under their belts, 2008 was a year of quiet, confident progression for the band, whose original 5 piece line up has now been augmented by Tom Stearn on guitar and vocals.
Still known as Brother Louis Collective, the band released their debut single “These Barren Years” with B-Side “Gypsy Girl” co-produced by Jim Neilson (Glasvegas engineer) on EUPHONIOS RECORDS in March 2009, with launch gigs at Oran Mor, Glasgow, and The Doghouse, Dundee plus an Avalanche In Store to boot.
The band’s 7th April headline gig at Nice ‘N Sleazys got a 5 star review in The Sunday mail of 12 April. They were also recently crowned the Scotsman’s Under The Radar band of 2009.
In July 2009 the band headlined the Sunday night T Break stage at T in the Park and later that month recorded their first album “Boots Met My Face” at Chem 19, with UK Music Producers Guild “Breakthrough Producer of the Year 2010” Paul Savage at the controls, supported by The Scottish Arts Council and under the guidance of Robin and Jim at Lo-Five Management (Trashcan Sinatras, Jo Mango, El Dog).
2010 sees the new name Admiral Fallow and the new album “Boots Met My Face”. This will be released in the UK on 27 April 2010 on Lo-Five Records, preceded by the single “Squealing Pigs” on 05 April. The band will be played with King Creosote at the Fence Collective’s Homegame Festival on 14 March, are touring the UK in the first 2 weeks of April and supporting the Futureheads in Glasgow on 29 April.
Live Reviews
“(their) brooding, heartfelt folk leanings are bolstered by a soundtrack of colourful orchestration, including flute, strings and double bass - a rich concoction that has caught the attention of more than a few unsuspecting ears.” The List
" surely destined for a larger stage." ***** Sunday Mail
"They did not so much ‘take to the stage’ as colonise it and build a mini empire of sound for the awestruck concert goers...surely one of the truest new talents in Scotland today."**** New Found Sound
“This works well when the band are singing open-hearted love songs and impressively conjuring a balance of nostalgia and innocence-breaking violence during ‘Subbuteo’” The Scotsman
More information on Admiral Fallow, photos and interview please contact Robin on 07870 590909 or email robin@robinmorton.com
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Brother
Admiral Fallow Lyrics
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My heart near missed a beat
I had to hear her voice to calm me down
We know we've not exactly been the best of brothers
But you ain't got no others
We'll have to work this out just you and we
We'll be up on our feet soon"
Take no head of those who put you on a downhil pushbike
Telling you something like
The world needs ditch diggers too
So smoke another coffin nail
Sing 'till you're hoarse and we'll be ther of course
To carry you on our shoulders through the streets
"And the only thing we ask is that you let us be alone
We'll be up on our feet soon"
So take those kid gloves off
Give the world a standing eight count
'cos here we come
"And the only thing we ask is that you let us be alone
We'll be up on our feet soon"
"And the only thing we ask is that you let us be alone
We'll be up on our feet soon"
The song "Brother" by Admiral Fallow is a beautiful ode to siblinghood and the bond between brothers. It starts with the singer receiving a message that made his heart skip a beat and leaves him with a feeling of unease. However, he knows that he can always turn to his brother for comfort, no matter how strained their relationship has been in the past. They will have to work out their issues, but they will do it together.
Later, the lyrics touch upon how people might criticize and discourage you from pursuing your dreams, especially when they are unconventional. But the singer urges his brother to not pay attention to such people and to keep singing until he's hoarse. They will always be there to carry him on their shoulders and support him.
In the end, the song is a call to arms for the brothers, who are ready to face the world and all its challenges, with each other by their side. They want nothing more than to be left alone to live their lives, but they know that they will overcome any obstacle with each other's help.
Overall, the song's message is one of brotherhood, support, and love, and it beautifully captures the essence of such relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
I got your message it made me jump from my seat
Your message caught my attention and surprised me
My heart near missed a beat
I was so startled that my heart skipped a beat
I had to hear her voice to calm me down
Talking to you helped me to calm down and feel at ease
We know we've not exactly been the best of brothers
We understand that our relationship as brothers hasn't been perfect
But you ain't got no others
You only have us as your brothers
We'll have to work this out just you and we
We'll have to resolve our issues as a family
"And the only thing we ask is that you let us be alone
We'll be up on our feet soon"
We need some space and time to sort out the situation but we'll bounce back soon
Take no head of those who put you on a downhil pushbike
Don't pay attention to those who discourage you
Telling you something like
The world needs ditch diggers too
Saying that your aspirations are inadequate or unworthy
So smoke another coffin nail
Smoke another cigarette
Sing 'till you're hoarse and we'll be there of course
Sing as much as you want and we'll always be by your side
To carry you on our shoulders through the streets
To physically and metaphorically support you and celebrate your achievements
"And the only thing we ask is that you let us be alone
We'll be up on our feet soon"
Reiterating the need for space and time to work things out
So take those kid gloves off
Stop treating us with care and be honest
Give the world a standing eight count
Keep fighting and don't give up when you're down
'cos here we come
Because we're here to support you
"And the only thing we ask is that you let us be alone
We'll be up on our feet soon"
Repeating the request for privacy and patience
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JOSEPH DELANEY RATTRAY, KEVIN ANDREW BROLLY, LOUIS PIP LINKLATER ABBOTT, PHILIP RODNEY HAGUE, SARAH JOANNE HAYES
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