The Temperance Movement (band)
| The Temperance Movement | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Bishopbriggs, Scotland |
| Genres | Blues rock, hard rock |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Labels | Earache Records ex-US/Canada, Concord Music Group US/Canada |
| Associated acts | Deep Purple, Jamiroquai, thenewno2, Rooster, Ben's Brother, Feeder, Ray Davies, The Waterboys |
| Website | Official website |
| Members |
Phil Campbell Paul Sayer Nick Fyffe Matt White |
| Past members | Luke Potashnick |
The Temperance Movement are a British blues rock band formed in 2011 by Glasgow-born vocalist Phil Campbell and guitarists Luke Potashnick and Paul Sayer. The rhythm section consists of bassist Nick Fyffe and the Australian-born drummer Damon Wilson.[1][2] The band released their 'Pride EP' in 2012, and their eponymous debut studio album was released on 16 September 2013.[3] Potashnick left the band in January 2016 to fully dedicate himself to a career as a songwriter/producer. A long time friend of the band, Matt White, joined as the replacement as the band finished work on their sophomore album, 'White Bear', which was released in 2016. Collectively the band have a rich history of experience, having previously played with Rooster, Ben’s Brother, Jamiroquai, Ray Davies, The Waterboys and Feeder.
History
The Temperance Movement's first release was their 'Pride EP', which came out on 10 September 2012, and featured five tracks: 'Ain't No Telling', 'Only Friend', 'Pride', 'Be Lucky' and 'Lovers & Fighters'.[4] The following week, the band appeared at the 2012 edition of the Sunflower Jam SuperJam at the Royal Albert Hall,[5] where, as the opening act, they played the first two tracks from their EP.[6] The band also played at Futurerock at the 100 Club (Oxford Street, London) on 9 November 2012,[7] and they embarked on a UK tour from late April to early May 2013.[8] The band's debut studio album, The Temperance Movement, was released on 16 September 2013 on Earache Records. The album features the five tracks from the 'Pride EP' alongside seven new songs, with an extra two songs included with purchases from the iTunes store(Mother's Eyes and Already Know).[3] Most recently in 2015 the band toured with Blackberry Smoke in the United States on the Holding All the roses Tour.
On 10 June 2014, the Temperance Movement was invited as the guest band before the Rolling Stones' concert given in Berlin (Waldbühne), Düsseldorf (Esprit Arena) on june 19, as well as in Vienna (Ernst Happel Stadion) on 16 June.
On 14 January 2015, it was announced by Planet Rock Radio that The Temperance Movement would be appearing at Planet Rockstock this June in Marrakech.[9]
On 15 January 2016 the band released their second studio album, White Bear.[10] Produced by Sam Miller, the album was preceded by lead single 'Three Bulleits’ and reached #18 in the UK albums chart.
On 30 November 2016 it was announced that Damon had amicably left the band to spend more time with his wife and family.[11]
Band members
- Phil Campbell — vocals
- Paul Sayer — guitars
- Nick Fyffe — bass
- Matt White — guitars
Former members
- Luke Potashnick — guitars (2011-2015)
- Damon Wilson — drums (2011-2016)
Discography
Studio albums
- The Temperance Movement - 2013
- White Bear - 2016
Singles and EPs
- Pride EP - 2012
- Live in Session - 2013
References
- ↑ "The Temperance Movement - A Band of Hope". rockguitardaily.blogspot.co.uk. Retrieved 3 August 2013.
- ↑ "Interview with Damon Wilson - Feeder". mikedolbear.com. Retrieved 3 August 2013.
- 1 2 "The Temperance Movement". Amazon.co.uk. Retrieved 3 August 2013.
- ↑ "Pride EP". Amazon.co.uk. Retrieved 3 August 2013.
- ↑ "THE TBL CELEBRATION DAY COUNTDOWN DAILY NEWSLETTER : TBL LONDON OCT 21 SCREENING MEET/JPJ AT SUNFLOWER JAM/BCC ANNOUNCE UK GIG/ COUNTDOWN COLLECTION NO.2". tightbutloose.co.uk. Retrieved 3 August 2013.
- ↑ "The Temperance Movement Concert Setlist at Royal Albert Hall, London on September 16, 2012". setlist.fm. Retrieved 3 August 2013.
- ↑ "The Temperance Movement Perform At FUTUREROCK!". Planet Rock. 8 November 2012. Retrieved 3 August 2013.
- ↑ "The Temperance Movement - UK Tour". Planet Rock. 25 March 2013. Retrieved 3 August 2013.
- ↑ "The Temperance Movement confirmed for Planet Rockstock, Marrakech". Planet Rock Radio. 14 January 2015.
- ↑ "White Bear". Amazon.co.uk. Retrieved 15 January 2016.
- ↑ https://www.facebook.com/TheTemperanceMovement/?hc_ref=PAGES_TIMELINE&fref=nf