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Aberfeldy

Edinburgh-based band Aberfeldy are set to storm the scene with their debut album "Young Forever". Having secured a deal with Rough Trade, the 5-piece first captured the public's attention with their debut single "Vegetarian Restaurant". Their second single "Heliopolis By Night" secured the Single Of The Week slot in the NME. (Beatbreakers 11/8/04

www.aberfeldys.com

The Acute

"The best new band in Scotland right now"... that's how Jim's described The Acute. The Edinburgh outfit's first recordings have been the most played unsigned tracks on the show in recent months. The letter that came with the demo probably says it all...

"We need your help Jim. We are the most beautiful thing in Scotland... we want you to fall in love with us."

...and Jim did! All style no content? Certainly not!Check out their website for exclusive downloads.

www.theacute.com

Aereogramme

With their second album "Sleep And Release", Glasgow's Aereogramme have surely produced one of the albums of the year, blending beautiful orchestral rock with full-on noise. (Beatbreakers 2/3/02)

www.aereogramme.com

Amateur Guitar Anti-Heroes

Rosyth band Amateur Guitar Anti-Heroes are set to unleash their debut album "Into Amateur". The album is preceeded by the stunning single "Anon Awake". Jockrock said of the band, "Like a noisier Joy Division, or an even noisier Interpol come to that, they look ready for the pro league". (Beatbreakers 28/4)

www.intoamateur.co.uk

Ampersand

Originally formed at school, Ampersand are rising stars of the Glasgow scene. They describe their sound as a bridge between stoner rock and indie, with influences ranging from Queens Of The Stone Age and Biffy Clyro to the Stone Roses. (Beatbreakers 26/5/03)

Ampersand website

The Aphrodisiacs

Despite being unsigned, Motherwell experimental 3-piece The Aphrodisiacs have recorded session tracks for John Peel, and featured in the legendary Peel Festive 50. The Beatscene doesn't mind playing catch-up to Peel, and the band have been regularly featured on the show since late 2002. From their early lo-fi recordings on a palmtop, to their latest, more polished recordings, it's clear that this band have something special to offer. (Beatbreakers 7/4/04)

www.theaphrodisiacs.150m.com

Ashton Lane

Ashton Lane's debut single Yesterday's Too Late was first aired on the Beatscene as a demo track over a year ago. It's been all go for the Glasgow band since then, and they recently signed to EMI:Chrysalis. Fronted by 19-year-old singer-songwriter Esther Duffin, the band's influences include Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell and Fleetwood Mac. (Beatbreakers 15/9/02)

www.ashtonlane.net

August81

According to The List, August81 are "A frighteningly youthful bunch of noiseniks who chew up Placebo for breakfast and excrete Ash for lunch". After several delays, the Edinburgh band have just released their long-awaited debut EP through English label Denial.

www.august81.co.uk

Aviator Shades

One of the 10 shortlisted bands in last year's Miller Unsigned on Beat 106, Aviator Shades' brand of infectious indie rock should be familiar to regular listeners of the Beatscene. The Glasgow 4-piece formed in January 2003 with influences including Weezer, Motown, Stooges, Bowie and The Clash. According to the Daily Record, "Aviator Shades have definitely got something that takes them above the rush of Scottish groups looking for the next rung on the ladder. Unlike some of the guitar bands out there, they take their influences and create something new." (Beatbreakers w/c March 21)

Azzuri

Regulars on the live music circuit, Lanarkshire 5-piece Azzuri are finally showing their true potential. Specialising in anthemic indie rock, the Daily Record said of them, "Gorgeous, melodic, epic... proves there's a depth to the glitter caused by Franz Ferdinand." (Beatbreakers w/c 10/10/05)

www.azzuri.info

www.aviatorshades.co.uk