Magnus Blaze

Magnus Blaze are a four-piece rock band from Ayrshire, Scotland. The current line-up consists of Dave Marwick (lead vocals, guitar) Andy Brown (lead guitar, backing vocals) Richy Atkinson (bass guitar, backing vocals) and Chris Atkinson (drums, percussion, backing vocals). Magnus Blaze's sound is a heavy but melodic mixture of guitar, bass and drums, with all four band members contributing to vocals. They are known for their 'rockin' riffs, thunderous drums, pumping bass and raw soaring vocals'. The have been recently signed by Independent Label, Horsepower Records.

In January 2005, the band recorded their debut album, ‘Let’s Talk Rock’ (renamed Rock ‘n’ Roll’ on release) at CaVa Studios, Glasgow. The album was produced by Geoff Allan, who has collaborated with the likes of Franz Ferdinand, Belle & Sebastian and Mogwai. The album received commercial success, with extensive airplay on both television and radio. The album is considered more experimental, with various influences of the 'Classic Rock' persuasion, winning over fans and critical acclaim alike.

History
Formation and early years: 2001–2005

Originally formed in late October 2001, whilst studying music at college, the band embarked on playing the ‘live circuit’, performing in various pubs, clubs and venues within the Ayrshire/Glasgow area, under the name, 'Milestone'. The sound the band created, at this time, could be descibed as matchless and rare, evolving from the members various styles and influence. Unfortuany, two years from when the band originaly formed, musical differences became aparent within the band. This resulted in Richy Atkinson departing from the band in December 2003.

With Dave Marwick playing bass, the band contined performing as a three-piece. Their hard work and determination finally paid off. Magnus Blaze performed at the Camden Barfly, August 2005, competing in a competition hosted by Kerrang Magazine. Through eight intense weeks, the band was whittled down to the ‘top three’ from over four thousand acts. Although the band came runners-up, were given extensive praise from Kerrang. This slick Scottish gang have obviously devised a time-machine to transport them back to the legendary Sunset Strip to soak up the good-time rock 'n' roll vibes of days gone by! Utterly Fantastic...KKKK.

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