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About Me


.... " Big Dave crank up the Shakey bus, we're off to the topper most of the popper most" !!!!!!!!!!!! Jonesy Shakermaker
Since forming in June 2005 The Shake's have become an essential band to see on the ever growing live scene in Glasgow. A fine summer in 2006 was brought to a close with The Shakes been crowned 'best unsigned live act in Britain' after winning Carling's Undiscovered Live 06' at the prestigious Islington Carling Academy, hosted by Colin Murray, who has since quoted "The Shakes have definite top ten potential."
Led by Iain Gillies' distinctive gravely tones, The Shakes have drawn on many different Indie, rock, pop and ska influence's to create a unique and fresh sound. Powerful drumming linked with clever bass lines and raw, edgy guitars have won The Shakes’ a strong and loyal fan base.
Continuing on from the success of 2006, 2007 saw The Shakes take their game to a whole new level. Playing at major festivals such as Live @ Loch Lomond, The Wickerman and Feugh Festival. And supporting top acts such as Reverend and The Makers, Yeti and Tiny Dancers.
With an ever improving sound and performance level 2008 has already brought many trips to cities over Britain. And this Summer will see The Shakes headline there first King Tut’s show as well as returning to Live @ Loch Lomond to perform on the Main stage. Combine all this with new songs like Sid’s’ Wall and Little Romancer is surely signs that The Shakes are one of Scotland’s hottest new acts.
For Booking / Management
Contact David Havern, [email protected]

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Member Since: 5/1/2006
Band Website: theshakesonline.co.uk
Band Members: Alan Jones, Ian Gallas, Phil Plunkett, Marc McLean, Ross Hunter
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My Blog

The LIST magazine review of KING TUTS 10. 07. 08

The SHAKES live @ KING TUTS, Glasgow 10th July 2008... 4/5 stars...Gracing the stage at King Tut's with their presence for the first time, Dumbartonshire band The Shakes played to a full house. As the...
Posted by The Shakes on Tue, 22 Jul 2008 01:32:00 PST

KING TUTS and LIVE @ LOCH LOMOND...!!!

They say good things come to those who wait.... foooookin dam tootin..!! We found out last night that we're playing the MAIN STAGE at Loch Lomond this year. Many thanks must go to Stevie and co at The...
Posted by The Shakes on Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:49:00 PST

A Shake with the Shakes..!!!

Ooooooooft... Ive just surfaced from five days of total mayhem..!! I'm sure i can speak for all the lads in saying we've lived up to our name.. as I'm shaking like a leaf..!! Contemplating heading for...
Posted by The Shakes on Tue, 24 Jun 2008 07:51:00 PST

The highs and the lows... the tos and the fros...

They left me dizzy& wont you forgive me&Well troops... as you can imagine it was like a sharp kick in the plums when I opened this mornings Lennox and discovered that we hadn't won. I thought we had e...
Posted by The Shakes on Wed, 11 Jun 2008 07:44:00 PST

The Shakes live @ Capitol Saturday 23rd February...!!

People... it has been a while since my last rambling. I hope you all enjoyed a safe and happy Christmas and New Year. If not.... i hope you got right oot yer tree, and had an 18 day bender like me...!...
Posted by The Shakes on Tue, 19 Feb 2008 10:02:00 PST

Cheers Live!!!!!!!! BIGGEST EVER!!!!!!

The Empire is upon us....!!! So lets fookin have it!!Whats the chat children of the new revolution...?? Its been a while, i hope you've all been giving the establishment the respect they fookin deserv...
Posted by The Shakes on Thu, 04 Oct 2007 04:25:00 PST

LETS HAVE IT!!!!!!!!!!

Its been a while all you crazy Shakers. Tore up many a fine establishment and drunk many a bar dry!! Highlight has got to be Live @ Loch Lomond, can safely say we were the best band of the weekend!!! ...
Posted by The Shakes on Sat, 18 Aug 2007 11:51:00 PST

Stone Roses Experience This Friday!!!

Righto troops we're back in Cheers this Friday supporting the Stone Roses Experience. Last time was boomin so get on it and get a ticket. You can get them from McDermids in the Vale. Doors open at 7.3...
Posted by The Shakes on Mon, 25 Jun 2007 09:55:00 PST

www.ticketweb.co.uk - Tiny Dancers June 8th!!!

Its been a while.. been out ma tights most of it!!! Liverpool, Aberdeen and Accrington got a fookin Shakedown!!! Kent almost did if it wasn't for a mass pikey roll about!! We'll leave the rest of that...
Posted by The Shakes on Wed, 30 May 2007 05:00:00 PST

Rally the troops!!! Edinburgh!!!

Shakin it down in the Capital!! Edinburgh this Friday, gona be bitchin'!!!! Tickets from www.ticketweb.co.uk. Get on it and bring your dancing shoes!!Saturday night the Shakey bus rolls back in to the...
Posted by The Shakes on Tue, 08 May 2007 11:38:00 PST