the SIDE <the-side1>
"But you're trying to be, something else that you know you're not"


Scottish Highland based band, The Side are:

Hugh Winton (Winnie)- Guitar/Keys + Vox
John Ross (Muff)- Drums
George Campbell - Keyboards/Bass + Backing Vox

They have solidly established themselves as one of the top bands in the North Of Scotland, with their indie mixture of rock, pop and funk. The Side have shared stages with the likes of Tim Burgess, The Bootleg Beatles, Tiny Dancers and The Bluetones. In 2005 the band released their debut ep, played the Lee Unsigned Showcase Tour in association with NME. In 2006 they released their 2nd ep, played at the Belladrum Festival, goHI and goNorth Showcases + also featured on Fat Hippy Records Compilation CD. Last year seen the band complete their first Scottish tour, appear at goNorth and also feature on Music Week's goNorth CD, self release their 3rd EP, perform at the Rockness Festival and play at the goMoscow Festival in Russia.

So far this year The Side have released their 4th EP, played at the Loopallu Festival, receive a finalist place in the UK Songwriting Contest with their song “Forever Changing”, receive Radio 2 airplay and also be invited down to play a live session on Janice Long`s show on Radio 2.

the SIDE says:

"The Side are looking for a new Bass Player, send us a msg if interested..cheers " (1 week ago) me too!
Genre
Indie
Funk
Rock

Label
unsigned
Self Published

Hometown
Alness
UK

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http://www.bebo.com/the-side1

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    We've recently parted with James on Bass. We would like to say a massive thank you to James for all his time and effort over the last 4 years and wish him all the best with his future projects.

    Anyone interested in auditioning, just send us a message or email (theside@hotmail.co.uk) and we'll get back to you asap. We're looking for someone who is an experienced player, committed, able to do backing vocals and have their own transport if possible.

    We're currently writing new tunes and preparing for recording our debut album in Jan/Feb. We hope to have it out for the start of the summer :)

    Should have a couple of gigs coming up around christmas time, will post them up soon.. :)

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  • Daily Record EP Review

    Thursday, October 25, 2007

    ..> SOUNDCHECK OCTOBER 26 - theside

    * The Side - Forever Changing
    A GREAT band from the Highlands who all at once seem to be baggy, Britpop and Ben Folds Five wrapped up in pop melodies. There's sometimes even Acid House piano and Bon Jovi synths thrown in for good measure. They remind me of Irish band The Frank and Walters who could throw everything but the kitchen sink into a song with dazzling results. Forever Changing kicks off like a Britpop anthem with lyrics: "You are a victim of fashion/but I don't see what's the attraction/the songs you sing are overrated/there ain't no shame in being dated". It's a clever, uplifting tune which around the three minute mark breaks down into dance and even blues. Second tune Round Here is abit Toploader for me but the band led by singer and guitarist Hugh Winton swing up again with piano-led thump of The Circle which featured on the great Fat Hippy Records compilation.
    The band play The Box, Glasgow on November 1 and Capitol, Glasgow on December 1.
    www.myspace.com/theside05


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19 December 2008 at 10:30 PM
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MARKET BAR, Inverness
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  • Jenny Jenny

    aww thats a shame hes just 17. not sure what band he was in, the rest of the members didnt strike me as being very serious so thats obviously why they didnt last lol thanks anyway

    1 week ago
  • Jenny Jenny

    hiya, is there an age limit for the new bass player? my little brother's band has just broke up and hes looking to join a new one?

    1 week ago
  • Calum MacCulloch luv Calum MacCulloch

    You guys were sounding awesome at market, first time time I heard the live show sober lol classic tunes man cant wait 19th!

    3 weeks ago
  • Caroline Marshall Caroline Marshall

    Hey The Side,

    I am a big fan of your band and while I was browsing the web yesterday, I stumbled across this Music Nation contest. You guys should really check it out. I think you’d be perfect for it. It’s for Indie Artists with a music video and if you enter, your video will be featured on Babelgum and could be chosen for a new mobile video channel. You can also win a performance slot in London or even a chance to go into the studio with Universal Music. Just make sure you check out the technical info page because there are some guidelines for the video listed there. I really wanna see you guys make it so please enter! I promise to vote for you.
    Here’s the link:
    http://musicnation.com/contest/babelgum

    Good luck,
    Caroline

    5 weeks ago
  • Ryan Golder luv Ryan Golder

    Sorry I didnt manage to get along for you guys last night I will definitely be there on Friday for u!

    x

    5 weeks ago
  • Calum Martin Calum Martin

    Alrite guys!

    Loved the gig lastnight, was awesome.
    Can't wait for the HAM gig

    All the best
    Take care
    Calum
    X

    5 weeks ago
  • Rodaidh luv Rodaidh

    Awesome stuff, I'm lovin it

    6 weeks ago
  • John Burgess John Burgess

    Well done on the radio play guys... well deserved.

    8 weeks ago
  • Carlie Borthwick Carlie Borthwick

    Hey Guys. Some Gigs Up This Way Please?!
    James - When I Was Up At Yours, You Said You'd Get Me A Copy Of The CD...Have You Managed Yet?
    Not Seen Ya In A While....Blame Your Sister!!!!
    x x

    8 weeks ago
  • Ryan Golder Ryan Golder

    Loving the new CD tis mucho brillianto!!!!!!

    9 weeks ago
  • Liam Stewart luv Liam Stewart

    sexual gig last night guys, was sounding ace of course...

    a few more gigs up north some time?

    have some wuv for being so good XD

    9 weeks ago
  • Clare Davies Clare Davies

    Great tracks lads, its makes a refreshing change to hear a band who have there own sound. Good luck guys xx

    10 weeks ago
  • Ashleigh Morrison Ashleigh Morrison

    hey muff wot like!

    dont no if ya mind me or not like!alison morrisons daughter fae lairg mind wiz at bella wae u lot!

    hope ur doin fine!

    hope th band is doin well like!

    take it easy!

    xxxx

    12 weeks ago
  • Yvonne D Yvonne D

    hey muff, you met my hubby after ironworks gig,dar gave him the cd ,in a word EXCELLENT!keep up the great work and we will be following ya;s.......

    20 weeks ago
  • Magz Magz

    Hi i am luking for a gud band 2 do a bit 4 charity.. we are doing the battle of the DJs at the shandwick inn.. i helped years ago with the battle of the bands there u were doing ur bit 2 there... its on the 16th august.... and the bands will play inside i am on the luk out 4 few more if u no any1 willing 2 lend there support 4 that day.. fanx

    21 weeks ago
  • Donna G Donna G

    Can't wait to hear you guys in the Iron Works!

    For god sakes turn it up when you practice! I can't hear you from the Patio!

    Love

    Your No 1 Groupie/Next Door Neighbour!

    Donna

    23 weeks ago
  • Ruby Your Moms A Soho Ruby Your Moms A Soho

    woooooo go the side......legends

    cough***

    Can you please help out my newish, flailing band!
    first gig botb style, we need to get as many people voting as poss, were behind already, ever little helps!!
    please help us show what weve got!! this is our first band to get anywhere!!
    we will prove ourselves sober this time!! vids are shoddy !! my apologies

    http://www.nessmp3.com/battle4bella/...

    do it for the girls!
    VOTE KILL YOUTH SCENE
    xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

    cough**********

    24 weeks ago
  • Carlie Borthwick luv Carlie Borthwick

    Some Love For My Fave Band....xx

    26 weeks ago
  • Gemz Crawford luv Gemz Crawford

    Hey Lovelies :D

    Thot i would pop by & leave you lot some love seeings as you had such a dramatic day yesterday! Hope you's had some fun tho along the way :)

    xmwahx

    Lots of Luv Groupie # 3 :L :L :L

    xxxxxxxxx

    28 weeks ago
  • Unsignedglasgow Unsignedglasgow

    hey guys ash here


    REDSS bar Paisley FORTNIGHTLY !!!!!!!! wed 30th APRIL

    check them out
    http://www.bebo.com/RedssB

    ART CENTER PAISLEY intimate bar with music venue

    paisleys best kept scecret get in contact if you want to play @ this venue looking for supporting acts also looking for bands to HEADLINE nights

    if the bands get to hot to handle then redss bar will be there to cool you down with a light refreshment!!!


    UNSIGNED live


    bands from paisley and glasgow needed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    29 weeks ago
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