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Artist: DROPKICK
Title: Throughlines
Country: Scotland, UK
File under: Power-pop, indie rock, alt. country
Vinyl:
Label: Hurrah! Musica /Sound Asleep Records
Format: LP, 33 1/3 rpm Blue and Black variants
Cat #: HM-LP049 / ZZZ060 Barcode: 604565996077
CD:
Label: Sound Asleep Records / Rock Indiana Records
Format: CD eco-gatefold sleeve with booklet
Cat #: ZZZ059 / CINDI577 Barcode: 604565996107
Cassette:
Label: Self Released
Format: Cassette – Limited to 30, hand numbered
Cat #: DKM005 Barcode: 604565996060

Release date: 16th October 2026

HIGHLIGHTS

Hailing from the East Coast of Scotland, Dropkick have carved out a reputation for their lush, harmony-driven power pop, drawing comparisons to the likes of Wilco, The Jayhawks, Teenage Fanclub and Tom Petty. Their music effortlessly blends melody and introspection, making them a mainstay in the indie music scene for well over a decade.

Recent Critical Acclaim:

• "Classic pop…a beautiful album." – El Pais (Spain)
• "…riffs of sunny intensity and intoxicating harmonies…elegant exquisiteness..." – Ruta 66 Magazine (Spain)
• "Perfect Pop." – Popklikk (Norway)
• "Ever-remarkable compositions." – Section 26 (France)
• "…short, sharp sonic treats…guitars are set to stun…a drop-dead gorgeous rush, glorious vocals...." – Blabber and Smoke (UK)
• "Instant melodic fulfilment." – R n R Magazine (UK)
• "A guarantee of consistently great songs." – Powerpopaholic (USA)

DESCRIPTION

Throughlines continues the positive momentum of Dropkick's career, following on from the success of Primary Colours (2025) and The Wireless Revolution (2023).

The album features 10 beautifully crafted tracks that blend power-pop, indie rock, and folk influences. The album’s varied collection of songs are lyrically linked with observations and introspections on the passing of time, relationships and the life changes experienced from growing older. The album kicks off with "It’s Long Way to Fall Down", a soaring anthem that sets the tone for the record. “Side Note”, captures the album's essence dealing with fading memory in its lyrics, and featuring a simple, yet evocative melody. The production is enhanced with a sweeping strings arrangement, one of 4 songs they feature on during the album. The album also features many upbeat, joyous guitar-driven moments. This is showcased through the fuzzy charm of “Can’t Get Back the Feeling” and “Toe the Line” – both songs certain to feature in upcoming Dropkick shows due to their infectious energy.

Recorded at their long-time rehearsal space at Inch House, Edinburgh, Primary Colours was produced by Andrew Taylor (frontman and principal songwriter) and features a layered yet authentic sound. The production highlights the band’s signature harmonies and multi-instrumental talents while retaining the raw energy of their live performances. Taylor, also known for his work with cult indie-pop band The Boys with the Perpetual Nervousness and as long-term producer of the renowned Scottish country band, The Wynntown Marshals, continues to hone his craft as a songwriter and producer.

With live album launch performances set to kick off in Madrid and San Sebastian in Spain, on 16th and 17th October 2026, respectively, Dropkick plan to play across the UK and Europe in support of the new album in 2027. Fans can expect a dynamic live experience that seamlessly blends new material with favourites from the band's extensive catalogue.

For more information, visit https://linktr.ee/dropkickmusic
For media inquiries, interviews, and review copies, please contact info@dropkickmusic.co.uk

Dropkick are:

Ian Grier – Keyboards, Bass Guitar
Alan Shields – Guitars, Vocals
Andrew Taylor - Vocals, Guitars, Drums, Keyboards

Strings arranged and recorded by Alex Cornish
All songs written by Andrew Taylor
Produced and mixed by Andrew Taylor at Dropkick HQ, Inch House, Edinburgh, Scotland, July 2025-February 2026
Mastered by Will Killingsworth at Dead Air
Artwork and Design by Alan Lennon

TRACKLIST

SIDE A
A1. It’s a Long Way to Fall Down
A2. You Ought to Know
A3. Side Note
A4. Toe the Line
A5. Circles

SIDE B
B1. The Start of My Decline
B2. Can’t Get Back the Feeling
B3. Leave it Understood
B4. It Doesn’t Matter Anymore
B5. Relive It

Spanish label

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