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Twin Atlantic: 'If you can work in a bar in Glasgow, you can deal with hecklers'

"We were, from day one, hyper aware that nothing's going to get handed to us."

"We are the underdogs, we need to work twice or three times as hard as other bands down south."

Sam used his experience of working in bars across the city to prepare the group for gigs in the early days.

The band played their first gig, a "dummy run" at Bloc+ where Sam worked ahead of a show at the Buff Club.

When success came calling and the band were signed by an American record label, McTrusty stayed true to his roots, singing in his now trademark Glaswegian accent.

"The accent thing, it's always been like 50/50," he said.

"Like anybody else growing up, I used to sing with the kind of faux American accent.

"When I started writing my own songs, I felt really embarrassed doing that accent.

"But then, when we started getting played on the radio or getting some record sales, they tried to convince me to like tame it to be more mainstream.&

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Twin Atlantic

Twin Atlantic are a Scottish alternative rock band, based in Glasgow. Formed in 2006, the group consists of lead vocalist/guitarist Sam McTrusty and bassist Ross McNae, who are joined on-stage by their former official-turned-live only member, guitarist Barry McKenna. In 2021, drummer Craig Kneale decided to depart from the band. Since their formation, the band have released six studio albums. These are "Vivarium", "Free", "Great Divide", "GLA", "Power", and "Transparency". Their debut EP, "A Guidance from Colour", was released in 2008, after being the opening act for Circa Survive and mewithoutYou, produced by Romesh Dodangoda and recorded at Long Wave Studio, in Cardiff, UK. The band went on to build support off of Kerrang magazine, gaining enough of a fanbase for them to land support slots for Biffy Clyro and Smashing Pumpkins.

Their first album, Vivarium, was released in 2009. A year later, they supported My Chemical Romance on three dates, and in 2011, "Free" was released as their second LP. In 2012, Twin Atlantic was part of the Vans Warped Tour, while du

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Twin Atlantic Vinyl Records & Discography

Who is Twin Atlantic? A Brief Career Overview

Hailing from Glasgow, Scotland, Twin Atlantic is an exhilarating alternative rock band known for their electrifying sound and heartfelt lyrics. Comprised of the dynamic duo Sam McTrusty (lead vocals, rhythm guitar) and Ross McNae (bass), the band's music dives deep into the realms of British alternative rock, drawing influences from emo and power pop. Twin Atlantic took the music scene by storm, bursting onto the charts with their *gold-selling* sophomore album, *Free*, which not only marked a pivotal moment in their career but also became a beloved choice among vinyl collectors. Their unique blend of soaring melodies and punchy rhythms have left an indelible mark on listeners, while their dedication to vinyl culture is evident in their meticulously crafted releases and stunning album artwork.

Twin Atlantic's Early Life and Background

Formed in 2006, Twin Atlantic's roots are embedded in the vibrant musical landscape of Glasgow. As teenagers, the members were influenced by their