Red Sky July
| Red Sky July | |
|---|---|
| Genres | Alternative, Country |
| Years active | 2009 – present |
| Labels | Proper Records |
Red Sky July are husband and wife duo Ally Mcerlaine (ex-Texas) and Shelly Poole (ex-Alisha’s Attic) along with Charity Hair (The Alice Band and The Ailerons). They are influenced by alt.country and americana while they have released two albums since their formation in 2009.
Career
Prior to the band entering the studio to record their debut album, the project was put on standby as Ally suffered a major brain aneurysm. After his recovery, the band reconvened to record the self-titled album. Throughout 2012 the band raised their profile while 2013 marked a return to the live performance. They embarked on their own UK wide tour while supporting Deacon Blue, James Walsh (Starsailor) and Jools Holland.
Their achievements so far were recognised at the Scottish Music Awards, where they were presented with the Tartan Clef award by Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy.
Red Sky July returned to the studio to record their highly anticipated follow up album entitled ‘Shadowbirds’ which was released in September 2014. The album entered the official UK charts country album chart at number 3. The band toured in support of the album after its release while supporting Sheryl Crow and 10cc.
Discography
- Sept 2011 - Morning Song (digital single)
- Oct 2011 - Red Sky July (debut album)
- Sept 2014 - Shadowbirds
Media appearances
Red Sky July featured on BBC Radio 2's Wake up to Wogan on 15 April 2012
Red Sky July @ The BBC Ricky Ross has an interview and session with Red Sky July - Sept 2014