The self proclaimed ‘Scouse Americana’ 6 piece, Red Rum Club are back with their brand new single ‘Eleanor’. The bands unique sound has secured them a huge summer anthem, a stand out choice for our ‘Track Of The Week’!
We caught up with the band for a quick chat…
Who are you?
Red Rum Club
Describe yourself in three words…
Energetic, Uplifting and Loud
What are your influences?
Too many to mention. All 6 of us have a say in the music and the style and image of the band. So it’s hard to name just a few. But our music tends to be big, sort of a film score
What is the highlight of your career so far…
There has been lots. Releasing our debut album, countless festival slot (some headline slots and Glastonbury) and international shows are the obvious ones.
When do you realise that the song you’ve wrote is going to be a hit?
When the other lads in the band agree. The moment they say “ye, that’s good”
If you could create your own gig who would you play with?
Beatles. The best ever.
What’s your karaoke song?
Seal – Kiss From A Rose or Tina Turner – Proud Mary
How has being signed to Modern Sky changed your career?
We take ourselves a lot more serious now. It’s gave us the belief that people what to hear our songs. They have enabled us to be creative and express ourselves.
What’s next for the band? Album 2 and a lot of touring
Best three new bands… Big Society, Vistas & M.O.N.A (singer song writer)