So this is a Scottish-based blog that celebrates French music. How could we not be blown away by a French act that celebrates Scottish music?!
Spiderland have been around since the 90s, and based in Douarnenez in Brittany, although their influences came from further afield. With their name obviously a nod to Slint, their sound was more in tune with some of the more interesting acts on the UK indie scene during that era.
They released their self-titled debut album in '98. The band came to a halt a short time later, but members became involved in other acts including Kaiser Palace and Coude.
Time moved on, and the members reconvened as Spiderland, releasing an EP Milestone in 2020. The album A Gentle Breeze followed last year. It's a great release, thoroughly worth investigating and enjoying.
The new video is a cover of a song by legendary Scottish act The Vaselines.
Spiderland announced the song as "A little present for the start of the year", adding "You're aware of our interest in Scottish music. BMX Bandits, Teenage Fan Club, The Pastels...and the Vaselines!"
We just need to get them over here to play to a Scottish audience! Mono in Glasgow would be ideal...
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