FOLLOWING the news last year that three of Scotland’s most prodigious musical talents would be joining forces for a collaborative album, a growing sense of anticipation has swept the nation’s music scene in the run up to its release. Today, those expectations have all been fulfilled and more with the unveiling of ‘Buried Guns’; the first track to be shared by the three-piece under their new moniker Out Lines.
Featuring The Twilight Sad’s James Graham, SAY award-winning Kathryn Joseph and producer Marcus Mackay, Out Lines are set to release their debut album Conflats on 27th October; and if this lead single is anything to go by, it promises to be one of the most intriguing records of the year.
From its sparse opening drumbeat to its brooding synth line, an air of mystery hangs over the track. Shrouded in shadowy darkness, the striking composition is led by two of Scotland’s most distinctive voices in Graham and Joseph who are incredibly beguiling in their delivery over Mackay’s atmospheric production. Sprawling to an immense five minutes in length, the track is a deeply compelling starting point for the outfit which brings their unique talents together to great effect
Out on 27th October via Rock Action, Conflats has been inspired by conversations Graham and Joseph had with people who use Platform, an arts and community space in Easterhouse, Glasgow. Initially written for a one-off show last yeat at Outskirts Festival, they are now ready to be brought to a wider audience following some time in the studio.
Check out the sensational ‘Buried Guns’ below.
