Setting Sons Reunite to Rock Dunbar Lifeboat Fete

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Setting Sons, a local punk covers band, are reuniting after a two-year hiatus to play at the Dunbar Lifeboat Fete on July 12. The band, formed over 20 years ago, enjoyed a successful run supporting legendary punk bands like Stiff Little Fingers at Glasgow's Barrowlands. With a strong local following, they've been a staple in Dunbar's music scene, but they've been quiet for the past two years. Setting Sons will take the stage as a trio, with original members Keith McCraw on vocals and guitar, Grahame Smith on bass, and drummer Jamie Wishart. They'll play a setlist of classic punk covers, including songs by the Sex Pistols and The Clash.

Key Takeaways:

  • Setting Sons, a local punk covers band, formed over 20 years ago in Dunbar.
  • The band, consisting of Keith McCraw on vocals and guitar, Grahame Smith on bass, and Jamie Wishart on drums, have been on hiatus for the past two years.
  • Setting Sons are reuniting to play at the Dunbar Lifeboat Fete on July 12, with a setlist featuring classic punk covers such as the Sex Pistols and The Clash.
  • The band supported legendary punk bands like Stiff Little Fingers at Glasgow's Barrowlands, and have a strong local following in Dunbar.
  • Grahame Smith, the band's bassist, revealed that they've been rehearsing the old classics and are "gig-ready" for their return.
  • The band will play a 45-minute set, pushing themselves to see how many songs they can fit in the time.

Statistics:

  • Setting Sons have been playing together for over 20 years, with Grahame Smith picking up the bass just 22 years ago.
  • The Dunbar Lifeboat Fete is a popular annual event, and Setting Sons are excited to be a part of it.
  • The band has a strong local following, with their usual venues like the Dunbar British Legion selling out straight away.
  • Setting Sons are known for playing "fast and going for it," with a distinctive punk sound.

Sources:

  • Newsquest (Dunbar Lifeboat Fete)
  • Newsquest (Punk covers band rock Dunbar's Royal British Legion to raise money for the venue)