David Bateman is a fine piece of up and coming talent from Denny,Central Scotland.
He started writing and playing live two years ago at the age of 16,taking everyone in sight along the way.It lead on to major supports including Chris Helme of the Seahorses,Mark Morriss of the Bluetones,Segeant,Figure5 and the Complete Stone Roses aswell as landing some famous fans.
For more on David please check out www.david-bateman.co.uk or
www.bebo.com/david-bateman
Heres what some people have to say about the music I make. Tom Clarke (The Enemy) "I was playing your stuff to the lads the other day. Top stuff."
Norman Blake (Teenage Fanclub) said " I never expected that voice to come from that mouth!" Mickey Dale (Keyboardist of the band Embrace)said "See you in the charts!" The List Magazine said "David Bateman does acoustic simplicity, reminiscent of 90’s Britpop alumni Ocean Colour Scene, The Seahorses and James, especially on ‘Caroline’ (demo) 3 out of 4 stars." Adele Bethel (Sons and Daughters) "What an amazing voice!"
Paul Quinn (Teenage Fanclub) said "Heck we might be supporting you soon.Your songs sound great." Mark McLelland (ex Snow Patrol) said "You have a really brilliant voice!" Kevin Brown (Beautiful South)said "Brilliant vocals,Mature writing" The Herald said "Teenage tunesmith David Bateman has what it takes"
Enjoy the site and message me if you like the stuff or even if you just want to say hello!
Hey, just to let you know we have uploaded tracks from Ali's new solo album Flying High to his myspace, come by and let us know what you think or if you want to pre order you can get it on his myspace page.
Ali will be on tour in the UK from June 19th – July 4th come and see him and his new band live – they are tearing it up, round the country with a great party vibe!
Big Love Ali's Team x
Reloaded this Thursday night at the Tolbooth. Wave Machines from Liverpool headlining, have a listen at www.myspace.com/mywavemachine Come down and support some local bands Would be great to see you there. Hope you can make it!
An invitation to the first meeting of The Scene. A networking forum for all involved in music in the Falkirk area. For more information email elaine.craig@falkirk.gov.uk or come along on Monday 15th June.
Thought you might be interested in this…we’ve got Martin Atkins (Nine Inch Nails/Ministry/Public Image Limited/Invisible Records etc) coming to the Tolbooth, Stirling this Friday (5th) to give a free lecture about how to get gigs and put a tour together. Doors open at 6pm, lecture starts at 7pm till 9pm. Great opportunity to grab some advice from a top music industry pro for free.
David Bateman, Please note the new RecordScout.com website is live! We have so many new features all aimed at unsigned, and signed bands looking for valuable exposure. Previously it was just a directory for unsigned bands but our new launch includes MP3 and Video exposure as well as photo galleries. Encourage your fans to sign up and vote for you. When we go live with our national radio coverage the charts will be announced weekly! Unfortunately previous bands and artists will have to set up an new account from scratch but it is worth it!
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