Hello to you. We are Call To Mind. We're from the Scottish Highlands, in and around Inverness, but spend most of our time in Glasgow.
"Atmospheric and somewhat dramatic, this British band fills out the Britpop sound. Yes, they sound a little like early Radiohead, maybe Doves, but there's a heavier, moodier element." (Iceland Airwaves)
"For such a determined band of musical purists, the future is clearly going to be polarised. Call To Mind will either remain a cultish, underground concern, or will inspire a Mogwai-esque religious devotion. Whichever way it goes though, it's refreshing to see that bands like Call To Mind still have the bravery and patience to offer up such restrained and thoughtful music in a climate where the medium is becoming defined by its immediacy and disposability." (The Fly)
"Sonically mind-blowing" (Tim Burgess)
"Call To Mind are an intriguing prospect from the Scottish Highlands who come prefitted with the melancholic grandeur of Elbow and the epic swagger of Doves. A tempting description I’ll think you’ll agree and ‘Running With Scissors’ showcases enough atmospheric genius to fix the ozone layer. Martin Ross’s vocals are startling, at first he sounds slightly hoarse but when the tempo is raised he reaches parts that few can come near. Call To Mind played the Iceland Airwaves Music Festival last year in what must have been the perfect collision of humanity and the natural environment. Platitudes were invented for bands like this." (mp3hugger.com)
“Call to Mind, originally from Inverness now based in Glasgow got into a wee bit of bother on the Hothouse stage on Friday when the generator blew up causing them to run an hour late but when they performed the crowd went mad for their new tracks Jasione and Running with Scissors…” (spanglefish.com - Belladrum Festival review)
"Kings of calm, glacial sounds..." (Highland News)
"Anything that reminds me of Grizzly Bear (and more specifically, Dan Rossen) at the moment seems to necessarily be a good thing. Yet I was surprised to learn that the group behind this track’s gentle, sweeping production are in fact from the Scottish Highlands. Further proof that the current indie aesthetic knows no bounds it may be, but they are wielding a set of lovely songs that have no label behind them. So get clicking, get talking…" (seewhatyouhear.com)
"They are devoid of the over-styled, fuck-you arrogance and sassy, sexed-up swagger which defines so many of today's legions. Rather, their sound smoulders with the narcotic burn of a brooding, progressive sound - of men losing themselves in the midst of their music. Tonight was an opportunity to witness some serious sounds, which, from the halcyon spin of 'Energy + Blast' to the epic exaltations of 'Hole in the Heart', they squarely deliver. Sonically virulent, ambitious and at times leveling, Call to Mind are the bastion of a band with a single-minded vision." (The Skinny - live review)
"Makes me think of how Joy Division would sound covering Dark Side of the Moon, really weird but really good!" (Alan McGee)
"I play 'Breathe' at least once a day; mostly because i'm on the train alot." (Thomas Gilmore, Singapore)
"A band that are set to be huge, they are everything that you look for. Vocally, musically, lyrically a package that would go on my final mix tape of all time if need be." (Glasgow podcART)
We released a small run white label e.p, with people saying it was "Rich in texture and flawless in rhythm: this is a band that have found their own sound - laid back progressive indie that grabs the listener with its originality." (Music Week)
You guys were spiffing at the Captain's Rest. Really enjoyed your sound, particularly the encore! If you ever need some support from a like-minded band please give me a shout. We are called Albino Monk - http://www.myspace.com/glasgowalbinomonk. Thankee. Peace.
Planning to be at the captains with bells on. You first or second on bill? (just in case i decide i'd be too uncool to turn up at 8pm and then miss you) :)
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I've been sitting in the sunshine in the garden listening to your CD again . I hope I manage to catch you gigging soon, it was worth the wait at Bella last year for Breathe , let alane the rest of the set, a the best ,cheers Biz .
You're invited to ...Tuned In… Friday 19th June 2009 (West End Festival), Hillhead Library & Learning Centre, Byres Road from 11am – 4.30pm. Entry is free, though with a small capacity of 100 seats, if you're interested interested book your place early on 0141 276 1617.
Starring: Jim Gellatly (BBC Scotland), Craig McNeil (Beggars Group), John Williamson (Belle & Sebastian), Eamonn Forde (Music Week, Word, The Guardian), Gareth Russell (Idlewild) and more…
Yes, whatever happended to David Carradine? I'm going to Rockness on Sat - basement jaxx on the loch wayheay - sung down their mike at T in the Park...give it try again woohoo! xx hav a ball...or2! xx
Hello you incredible Scotsmen! It's been ages that I have been away from this Myspace land. And now I am back, with a wide open mouth drooling before your photographs. They look awesome. All of them!
hey there, hope all's well in your world, seriously lovin' your music, check out my new tracks on my page when you get the chance, all the best, mark dowd.
