Rose Parade
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Rose Parade

Ayr, Scotland, United Kingdom | SELF

Ayr, Scotland, United Kingdom | SELF
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"Rose Parade King tuts live review"

If your in a band from Scotland playing at the legendary King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut is always considered to be a big deal, so this is a big one for Ayrshire favourites Rose Parade. The trio consisting of Ari on vocals, guitar and bass drum, Ed on Banjo and glockenspiel and Stuart on electric guitar have managed to build up quite a fan base by combining genres to create something quite individual.

Coming up the stairs as the first act indie band Black Canvas were half way through their set there was already a number of people there. A four piece combo hailing from Edinburgh they combined a range of modern and older indie and alternative sounds making for an interesting sound that was current but yet not too run of the mill. After finishing their set to a warm reception Rose Parade were next to take the stage.
Opening with an instrumental piece the audience really get to see a showcase of Rose Parade’s talents and how they cover different genres. With Ari’s guitar strums coupled with Ed’s delicate banjo picking, alongside Stuart’s harsh yet melodic electric guitar and the thump of that bass drum helped to really portray Rose Parade’s indie-folk vibe. Then heading straight into Midnight Wine, a song with a good strong structure marriged with a great backing from the band. With some thankful banter after a very warm reception they kept the pace up and didn’t stop till the end of their show. All in all a great show by a band who are definitely going places!

Rose Parade’s debut album will be released next year!

3/5 A great night by an upcoming band! - The Practise Room


"Group of 2012"

Group of 2012 - itsaxxxxthing Music Blog


"One of the bands to look out for in 2011"

One of the bands to look out for in 2011 - Kowalskiy


"” Very catchy… Big sound. You’ll be humming their songs all day! I bet loads of people in the country will be humming along to “Grace’s” chorus”."

” Very catchy… Big sound. You’ll be humming their songs all day! I bet loads of people in the country will be humming along to “Grace’s” chorus”. - Craig McGee (BBC RADIO 1)


Discography

Grace EP (Released in December 2010)

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Bio

Rose Parade are a three piece band that formed in Ayr, Scotland in 2010. The band consists of Ari Pournaras on vocals, guitar & kick drum , Edward Mackay on banjo, glockenspiel & piano and lead guitarist, Stuart Davidson. Since their formation the trio have been committed to experimenting with music & producing their own mixture of folk, punk, indie and blues to establish a unique and exciting new sound. Their electric live shows are well worth catching to experience the buzz Rose Parade are creating.

The band’s first EP “Grace” has brought wide attention on the Scottish music scene. Jim Gellatly(amazing radio, Clyde, Craig Mcgee (BBC RADIO 1 Introducing), Kowalskiy, Peenko, The Tidal Wave of Indifference and Frankie Ward from ‘The Amazing Folk Roots Show’- who picked “Closer” as track of the week – are a few who are already embracing this unique and dynamic band.

We are currently working on our debut album with Glasgow based producer Paul Gallagher.

Quotes

Craig McGee (BBC RADIO 1)
” Very catchy… Big sound. You’ll be humming their songs all day! I bet loads of people in the country will be humming along to “Grace’s” chorus”.

Itsaxxxxthing
“ Group of 2012 also with (fole & brown bear & the bandits)"

Kowalskiy
”One of the eleven bands to look out for in 2011?.

Jim Gellatly
” I love this! Country-tinged indie from Rose Parade”.

The Tidal Wave of Indifference
“Hopes are high that they can take their DIY gigging and kitchen-based recording sessions to a wider audience. With a knack for a catchy tune, their enthusiasm is also infectious”