Those of you that shelled out 59p on our iPhone app will be pleased to know our app has recently been updated to a new version. In this version, the weird bug with the gig schedule page has been fixed, which is rather satisfying. Gigs now appear on the correct date, which is reet good for potential gig attendees.
We'll be uploading some more photo, audio and games content over the next month or so. We know theres been quite a few folks investing in the app, and we'd love to hear your feedback! What else would you like from a YAK app?
We're off into our newly named studio, The Nest tomorrow. Me and Dunc were trying to block out all traces of daylight using cardboard the other day. Some of it has fallen down. The place is littered with bottles. It's good to be getting back in there again. Need to record new songs, and also continue work on various new things that are bouncing around.
Anyway. iPhone App, Updated. Bug fixed. Enjoy.
Bon Weekend!
Allan
19 Sept 2009
18 Sept 2009
Synonym "Trying, Trying, Trying" Video
Allan YAK's electronic side project SYNONYM will be making a rare live outing on 1st October at the 13th Note in Glasgow.
Live drums will be provided by Duncatron 5000, also of YAK.
Here's the debut Synonym video:
Live drums will be provided by Duncatron 5000, also of YAK.
Here's the debut Synonym video:
31 Aug 2009
GIG : Classic Grand, Glasgow 11th September 2009
We're playing a wee impromptu show in Glasgow on Friday September 11th. We didnt have any gigs planned, but the guys from The Ocean Fracture recommended us, which is pretty damn cool of them!
We are currently working on new material and beginning to book dates for our delayed tour of England in late November/early December.
Here's the setlist we'll be performing on the night:
The bridge between birth and death
Goliath (new song)
This could last forever
In Amber
Meatshield (new song)
Sick of ants
That's two brand new songs, and 4 cuts from our album for less than the price of 2 pints. Plus 2 more bands! You know it's all good.
Tickets are available from the band and from avalanche records, Glasgow.
-- Post From My iPhone
We are currently working on new material and beginning to book dates for our delayed tour of England in late November/early December.
Here's the setlist we'll be performing on the night:
The bridge between birth and death
Goliath (new song)
This could last forever
In Amber
Meatshield (new song)
Sick of ants
That's two brand new songs, and 4 cuts from our album for less than the price of 2 pints. Plus 2 more bands! You know it's all good.
Tickets are available from the band and from avalanche records, Glasgow.
-- Post From My iPhone
26 Aug 2009
GIG: Friday 11th September, Glasgow!
We were all set for a couple of months of studio-based tomfoolery, but we have been asked to play the following:
Classic Grand, Glasgow : Friday September 11th
This show is happening thanks to the crackin chaps known as The Ocean Fracture. Be sure to check them out, we played with them recently in Glasgow and they damn near obliterated the place. They deserve your support!
Full ticket info to follow.
Classic Grand, Glasgow : Friday September 11th
This show is happening thanks to the crackin chaps known as The Ocean Fracture. Be sure to check them out, we played with them recently in Glasgow and they damn near obliterated the place. They deserve your support!
Full ticket info to follow.
Diageo / Johnnie Walker Protest Rally in Kilmarnock
We left nice and early, making sure we had plenty of time to soundcheck before the 20,000 odd protestors arrived for the march. But we didn't count on all our get getting locked in the van, a mere 20 yards from the stage.
4 Aug 2009
THIS FRIDAY IN KILMARNOCK!
YAK bassman Stef will be spinning the wheels of plastic at Kilmarnock's Monkey Bar this Friday night (7th August) from 9pm at the EP Music Battle of the Bands.
He promises a completely self-indulgent array of modern indie to tickle your senses.
Do say hello if you're there.
He promises a completely self-indulgent array of modern indie to tickle your senses.
Do say hello if you're there.
29 Jul 2009
Launch Night Video
Recorded at Stereo, Glasgow on Juune 18th 2009. Featuring the music of these:
You Already Know
Le Reno Amps
Bronto Skylift
Dead Otter
also features our only performance (to date) of "To Disappear..." with Kate on vocals.
Enjoy!
You Already Know
Le Reno Amps
Bronto Skylift
Dead Otter
also features our only performance (to date) of "To Disappear..." with Kate on vocals.
Enjoy!
28 Jul 2009
27 Jul 2009
YAK TV : Ascension in Aberdeen
These guys TOTALLY saved the day when we recently played aberdeen. Stef tracked them down in a rehearsal room on the Saturday afternoon, asking them if they could play a show in 5 hours time.
They did, and boy were we delighted when they happened to be the BEST BAND IN THE WORLD.
Enjoy this last element of our Tour documentary shenanigans. There's gonna be another chance for the folks of Aberdeen to catch this line-up, in the same venue - cellar 35 - on Saturday 8th August!
Next up, we'll have the footage from our launch night for "Stop Whispering" at Stereo within the next few days featuring the wonderful sounds of Dead Otter, Bronto Skylift and Le Reno Amps! As ever, stay tuned!
They did, and boy were we delighted when they happened to be the BEST BAND IN THE WORLD.
Enjoy this last element of our Tour documentary shenanigans. There's gonna be another chance for the folks of Aberdeen to catch this line-up, in the same venue - cellar 35 - on Saturday 8th August!
Next up, we'll have the footage from our launch night for "Stop Whispering" at Stereo within the next few days featuring the wonderful sounds of Dead Otter, Bronto Skylift and Le Reno Amps! As ever, stay tuned!
Keep Johnnie Walker in Kilmarnock!
Yesterday afternoon, after a morning of torrential rain, we helped bring the sunshine out for 20,000+ Kilmarnock protestors at a rally to protest the potential 700+ layoffs planned by Diageo at the local Johhnie Walker plant. Read all about it right here!
UPDATE: Special Johhnie Walker YAK TV Episode coming soon!
20 Jul 2009
YAKSTEMS : CLOAK AND DAGGER CONFIDENCE : FREE!
Ok, this one is gonna be fun. It's in 9/8. You can figure the rest out yourselves!
Be sure and send us your remixes and we'll get them up on the website.
14 Jul 2009
"Stop Whispering" on iTunes
Those of you that enjoy buying music from iTunes will be very happy to know that our album is available here!
11 Jul 2009
News
we have a new website, a load of exciting new gig dates, a brand new iphone app, new photos and a whole lot more. have a look around, theres tons of new stuff.
and we won't be stopping any time soon! we've got new episodes of YAK TV nearing completion, we're about to start writing some new songs, we've got remixes in the works by a variety of artists. More YAK STEMS to follow...
and we won't be stopping any time soon! we've got new episodes of YAK TV nearing completion, we're about to start writing some new songs, we've got remixes in the works by a variety of artists. More YAK STEMS to follow...
29 Jun 2009
25 Jun 2009
TOUR DOCUMENTARY : PART 2
Our album made its debut in the UK Indie Record Shop chart at number 13 this week. Thanks everyone for making our album launch a success. YAK tv will have a launch night special soon.
Look out for gigs, we're only just getting started! If you think ACDC suck, you can come to Bloc in Glasgow on Tuesday night. We'll dress like school kids if it gets you off.
Working on new material. Goliath is first up.
19 Jun 2009
16 Jun 2009
"Stop Whispering" Out Now!
Buy our debut album "Stop Whispering" direct from our record label by clicking the wee button over there on the left there, just below the navigation menu. Go on, give it a whirl!
If that doesn't convince you, or if youre already in the middle of some online shipping, then why not top off your day's shoping by buying our album on Amazon!
You Already Know : Stop Whispering on Amazon.co.uk
Or buy it in your local Record Shop, and receive a free copy of the "Off The Beaten Track" Compilation CD, featuring - amongst many others - Frightened Rabbit, Tall Ships, Little Pebble and an exclusive YAK acoustic track.
If that doesn't convince you, or if youre already in the middle of some online shipping, then why not top off your day's shoping by buying our album on Amazon!
You Already Know : Stop Whispering on Amazon.co.uk
Or buy it in your local Record Shop, and receive a free copy of the "Off The Beaten Track" Compilation CD, featuring - amongst many others - Frightened Rabbit, Tall Ships, Little Pebble and an exclusive YAK acoustic track.
1 Jun 2009
Northern Scotland Mini-tour
This week's YAK events:
Thursday 4th June : Madhatters, Inverness (with Tyrant Lizard Kings)
Friday 5th June : Balcony Bar, Dundee (with Indica)
Saturday 6th June : Cellar 35, Aberdeen (support TBC)
We will be selling "Stop Whispering" at these shows.
It will be available in record shops nationwide from 15th June.
Thursday 4th June : Madhatters, Inverness (with Tyrant Lizard Kings)
Friday 5th June : Balcony Bar, Dundee (with Indica)
Saturday 6th June : Cellar 35, Aberdeen (support TBC)
We will be selling "Stop Whispering" at these shows.
It will be available in record shops nationwide from 15th June.
26 May 2009
Stop Whispering : The First Review
The Skinny have provided us with our first review for our debut album.
You can read it here.
You can pre-order it on Amazon.co.uk for only £6.79 right here. Their release date info is incorrect btw, the official release date has always been 15th June 2009.
25 May 2009
23 May 2009
Eyesight For The Blind
Hello torrent downloaders! Remember to buy the actual cd to hear the FINAL MIX of the album. What you've downloaded is NOT the FINAL VERSION, but a work in progress.
We have new T-shirts, Hoodies and Tote Bags for your purchasing satisfaction, retailing for the low prices £8, £12 and £6 respectively. Shirts and Hoodies come in a variety of sizes. Go to the MERCH PAGE for your retail thrills.
Our gig in Kilmarnock tomorrow will be a one-off performance as a three-piece due to Keefs lazer eye surgery earlier today. The new-look Keef (unlike the bearded one spotted earlier this week) will next be seen on our Scottish Mini-Tour, which will see us revisit Inverness, and also make our first YAK excursions to both Dundee and Aberdeen. June 4th, 5th and 6th!
And in one last piece of news, here's how i imagine Keef to look, post surgery. Photograph taken by Alex Woodward, he who fear not the lazers gaze.
We have new T-shirts, Hoodies and Tote Bags for your purchasing satisfaction, retailing for the low prices £8, £12 and £6 respectively. Shirts and Hoodies come in a variety of sizes. Go to the MERCH PAGE for your retail thrills.
Our gig in Kilmarnock tomorrow will be a one-off performance as a three-piece due to Keefs lazer eye surgery earlier today. The new-look Keef (unlike the bearded one spotted earlier this week) will next be seen on our Scottish Mini-Tour, which will see us revisit Inverness, and also make our first YAK excursions to both Dundee and Aberdeen. June 4th, 5th and 6th!
And in one last piece of news, here's how i imagine Keef to look, post surgery. Photograph taken by Alex Woodward, he who fear not the lazers gaze.
14 May 2009
GIGS!
Right then, first things first! Get your behind along to this and help us finance our tour!
Assuming everything goes to plan, you should be able to pick up our debut album "Stop Whispering" on June 15th in your local record shop. If they are not stocking our album, you can get them to order it via Forte Distribution, with the catalog number MSTCD005.
You will also be able to buy it on iTunes too i think. And Amazon.com probably.
We're currently in the midst of a series of shows, after the Sleazys show advertised above, we'll be taking in the following shows:
Assuming everything goes to plan, you should be able to pick up our debut album "Stop Whispering" on June 15th in your local record shop. If they are not stocking our album, you can get them to order it via Forte Distribution, with the catalog number MSTCD005.
You will also be able to buy it on iTunes too i think. And Amazon.com probably.
We're currently in the midst of a series of shows, after the Sleazys show advertised above, we'll be taking in the following shows:
| Bannermans w/ The Efes | Edinburgh, Scotland | ||
| Dirty Martinis | Kilmarnock, Scotland | ||
| Madhatters w/ Tyrrant Lizard Kings | Inverness, Scotland | ||
| Balcony Bar w/ Indica | Dundee | ||
| Cellar 35 | Aberdeen | ||
| *NEED A SHOW* | Perth, Edinburgh or nearby | ||
| Stereo ALBUM LAUNCH w/ Bronto Skylift, Le Reno Amps & Dead Otter | Glasgow, Scotland | ||
| Captains Rest w/ Bronto Skylift | Glasgow, Scotland |
16 Mar 2009
News splooge!
Oh jeez, i'm sorry. I've been so busy with mixing and mastering the album, and trying to get the next couple of YAK tv episodes finished, and working on the album artwork that i've neglected this poor, poor website.
Well, here's some news for you. Our debut album "Stop Whispering" is currently being magically placed into the lap of musical gurus everywhere. We're excited about people finally hearing this music.
We'll be releasing a limited edition copy of "Fireworks For New Beginnings" on CD in time for our next batch of gigs. This will be free, and very limited, so grab em while you can.
Our album comes out in June, and we already have a launch night planned! Thursday 18th June at Stereo in Glasgow will see us celebrate the release of "Stop Whispering". We've got our favourite Bronto's on the bill too in the shape of BRONTO SKYLIFT. One more band TBC. We're finding it hard to decide!
We've been gigging a bit more regularly recently. Thanks to everyone who has come to see us, we hope you've enjoyed our selection of noises!
More soon, including a new website.....
Well, here's some news for you. Our debut album "Stop Whispering" is currently being magically placed into the lap of musical gurus everywhere. We're excited about people finally hearing this music.
We'll be releasing a limited edition copy of "Fireworks For New Beginnings" on CD in time for our next batch of gigs. This will be free, and very limited, so grab em while you can.
Our album comes out in June, and we already have a launch night planned! Thursday 18th June at Stereo in Glasgow will see us celebrate the release of "Stop Whispering". We've got our favourite Bronto's on the bill too in the shape of BRONTO SKYLIFT. One more band TBC. We're finding it hard to decide!
We've been gigging a bit more regularly recently. Thanks to everyone who has come to see us, we hope you've enjoyed our selection of noises!
More soon, including a new website.....
9 Jan 2009
Ahoy!
Everyone loves boats, right?
This band LOVES boats! We've all got at least 4 boats each. It's no coincidence that our first gig in absolutely fucking aaaaages is taking place on a BOAT! A lovely boat at that.
THIS SATURDAY : RENFREW FERRY, GLASGOW
De Rosa (Chemikal Underground)
You Already Know (Mister Tramp)
Mitchell Museum (Mister Tramp)
and
Evan Crichton (Mr Mister Tramp)
£5 entry, we shall all set sail at 8pm.
The theme of the evening (apart from BOATS) is COVER VERSIONS! We've got some excellent stuff lined up, ranging from chart pop to early 90's metal to 70's rock. And a few YAK originals too! How can you possibly resist?
Looking forward to seeing you there.
ON A BOAT!
This band LOVES boats! We've all got at least 4 boats each. It's no coincidence that our first gig in absolutely fucking aaaaages is taking place on a BOAT! A lovely boat at that.
THIS SATURDAY : RENFREW FERRY, GLASGOW
De Rosa (Chemikal Underground)
You Already Know (Mister Tramp)
Mitchell Museum (Mister Tramp)
and
Evan Crichton (Mr Mister Tramp)
£5 entry, we shall all set sail at 8pm.
The theme of the evening (apart from BOATS) is COVER VERSIONS! We've got some excellent stuff lined up, ranging from chart pop to early 90's metal to 70's rock. And a few YAK originals too! How can you possibly resist?
Looking forward to seeing you there.
ON A BOAT!
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