What are your names?
Tony, Callum, JD, Johnnie and Loius
What is the bands name?
Flair
What is your genre of music?
We’re an Alt Rock band however, we like to use the phrase Dirty Indie when we describe our sound. Its a term that seems to be new and seems to have stuck, as we have recently ventured into a darker indie sound.
How did you come up with the band’s name?
This came from a game of Fifa we were playing; and the commentary- we just heard and felt it would be a great name to use. In terms of we felt the name suggested we could do something unique and different. We felt the name stood out also.
Give us a little bio about you.
Meet Flair, the electrifying indie rock band from Glasgow.
Flair’s rise has been nothing short of meteoric. Following their debut single “Come and Get It”, the band’s breakout anthem “Run Away” (August 2024) quickly became a fan favorite. That same year, Flair hit the road with a grassroots UK tour, building a loyal following. December 2024 saw the release of their highly anticipated self-titled EP, solidifying their status as one of Scotland’s most exciting new acts. The EP not only garnered critical acclaim but also earned them the Artist of the Week feature in The Scotsman and a sold-out hometown show. Poised to become a major force in the indie rock scene, 2025 is the year for Flair & dirty indie.
What made you go into music?
Jonny [Donald], the guitarist, and the speaker were talking one day. At the time, Jonny was in a different band, and the speaker shared their desire to get into music, explaining that they had always been interested in it. Jonny was a bit coy, not revealing that there was a spot in his band. The speaker, not catching on, responded with, “Oh, yeah, OK!” A few weeks later, the speaker felt a stronger desire to be in a band, and Jonny mentioned that he had quit his band. The speaker was excited, responding with, “Amazing! Great!” From there, things started to move forward, but progress was slow. So slow, in fact, that when Tony joined, it had been about two years. Nothing had happened in that time!
Who are your influences?
We have a whole bunch individually, but generically as a band we would have to say, Fontaines, Kings of Leon and The war on Drugs
Are you a signed?
We are currently collaborating in 2025 with a local independent “Micro” record label (another recently coined term)! Called Revo PRO. Revo PRO is a forward-thinking Scottish micro-label dedicated to nurturing talent and supporting artistic vision. With a focus on empowering creators to achieve their goals, we prioritise welfare and creativity in every decision we make. More than just a label, they are a community of people committed to growing together and championing unique voices in the music world.
You released new single ‘Run Away’, tell us more about the single.
For some bands rebelling against their home forms the cornerstone of their voice, this isn’t the case for Flair. Born and raised in Glasgow, the city acts as a backdrop for all their music, proving to be a muse and a constant source of inspiration for the band. Who, through this deep connection to the city found an intuitive creative connection with each other. This unspoken, almost telepathic link is at the centre of the special chemistry between the band and can be heard on their haunting yet driving new single ‘Run Away’.
The band began life in 2019 with Callum (drums), Jonny (lead guitar) and Johnnie(bass) forming the core of the band but it wasn’t until 2023 when Louis(rhythm guitar) and Tony(vocals) joined that the line up was cemented and the band found their voice. It quickly became clear that the five members were creating something far larger than the sum of their parts. Each bringing their own voice to their respective instrument, the sound and songs of the band grew organically. Improvised jams in the practice room allowed an intuition to grow between the players, the result of one of these jams is the new single ‘Run Away’.
On ‘Runaway’ the band use a bed of reverb and delayed guitars to create a bed for emotive and soaring melodies. The track begins with Callum carving out a broken beat between his kick, snare and hats, using the each as their own instrument. As Jonny and Johnnies guitar and bass join, they conjure mood and atmosphere immediately setting the emotional tone for the song. It’s clear from the outset that the song is a cathartic vehicle for Tony, as he implores his own muse to run away from the strife, seemingly caused by his own actions. The minimalist approach to the instrumentation in the verses only serves to amplify the intensity as the song breaks, heavy with emotion, offering no respite but a release. Tony’s vocals soar above pounding drums, Johnnies bass under pins the whole song adding purpose and drive, while Jonny and Louis’s guitars swirl around each other creating atmospheric swathes of melodic guitar lines, earworm melodies rise out of the haze acting as a call and response with Tony’s vocals.
It’s already clear from this release the band are cultivating a sound, pulling on a vast range of influences not only musical but from the world around them and channelling it into something that is already taking on a life of its own.
Describe the track in two words.
Haunting & Anthemic
Will we see a music video for the track and if so what can we expect?
The Music video is already available through our You Tube Channel, as is our second music video for another track off our EP Saccharine. Watch below;
Will we see an EP or album this year and if so can you give us a teaser of what to expect.
Our EP is self- titled and it is called “Flair”. The tracks are called, Swan, Saccharine & Run Away and are available on all good streaming platforms.
Do you have any live shows coming up?
We are currently planning out 2025, and have dates in Glasgow, Newcastle, Lincoln & Birmingham planned as well as a number of festivals. If you check out our Instagram page you will be able to keep fully up to date!
What else can we expect In 2025?
We also plan to record and release a follow up track with our 3rd music video so keep your eyes peeled for that. We’re very excited.
Where do you see yourself now in 5 Years?
Headlining Glastonbury
What quote or saying do you always stick by?
M’on the Flair
When you are at a gig, what are 5 things you cannot forget?
A beer, set list, Helix board, the manager, drum stool
Do you have social media accounts so your fans can follow you?
Instagram
