The Fratellis

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Formed 2005.

Scottish rock band

The Fratellis

Biography

The Fratellis are an indie rock band from Glasgow, Scotland. The band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Jon Fratelli (born John Lawler), bass guitarist Barry Fratelli (born Barry Wallace), and drummer and backing vocalist Mince Fratelli (born Gordon McRory).

The band have released two albums, Costello Music in 2006 and Here We Stand in 2008 with a third being lined-up for release in 2013. The band were known for the energetic live shows, touring with a 3-piece horn section during 2007 and then adding Will Foster on guitar/keys during 2008/2009. They entered indefinite hiatus in July 2009, spending time on various side projects before reuniting in June 2012.

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  1. Fratellis return

    Fri 21 Nov 2008 10:26

    Band looking forward to playing "over-the-top" UK crowds

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  1. And the best song of Scottish origin goes to...

    Mon 25 Jan 2010 10:16 To celebrate Burns Night, this week's On-Air Chart Attack is a nod to  the... ATL

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  1. Here We Stand 2008

    Review of Here We Stand

    Reviewed by Lou Thomas

    Here We Stand is a baffling album... really, it's hard to see the point.

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