News

The Bucket List DVD & Blu-Ray Trailer 12/08/08

Hooverfish & Flash Callahan tracks have been used on the TV adverts in the US for the DVD & Blu-Ray release of the Jack Nicholson & Morgan Freeman film, The Bucket List. Once again my Licensing company Fresh 12 have delivered the goods, so thanks to them for their hard work. I haven't seen the ad yet but all my advert and trailer work will be on show soon at the Fresh 12 website here.

Ten Storeys High Album Launch Party 23/06/08

Finally Edinburgh band Ten Storeys High will be officially releasing their debut album 'The Thrill Of The Fall' (which I co-produced) at The Voodoo Rooms in Edinburgh on Friday 27th June. The evening kicks of with Flash Callahan djing some serious loungecore followed by support band Hoochie Fig (who I will be doing some percussion and electronic beatery with ) then a live performance of 'The Thrill Of The Fall' by Ten Storeys High. Its free so get there early. Everything kicks off at 7:30pm and it will be your first chance to get hold of the album.

Hooverfish to play with Hoochie Fig Live 23/06/08

I will be joining one of my favourite bands, Hoochie Fig for some live shows over the summer on percussion and some electronic beatery. First up will be with the Fig supporting Ten Storeys High at their album launch in The Voodoo Rooms in Edinburgh on the 27th June. I also plan to play some more gigs with them in the near future. For more info on Hoochie Fig and to listen to some of their tracks then please visit their myspace page here.

Ten Storeys High Album 05/06/08

Edinburgh based band Ten Storeys High are set to release their debut album ' The Thrill Of The Fall' (which I co-produced with the band) in mid June 2008. The album features 11 tracks including the single 'Good Things' and is available in all good records shops and online at iTunes and Napster. For more information on the album and Ten Storeys High then visit the bands website here.

Flash Callahan on new Hedkandi Album 01/06/08

Flash Callahan's track ' Do You Know The Truth' is included on the new Hedkandi Compilation 'Serve Chilled'. A blissed-out selection for hazy, lazy listening apparently. Flash's track is in good company with the likes of Groove Armada, Nina Simone, 4Hero and Jose Gonzalez also featuring on the album. For a full track listing and more information then click here.

Photoshoot for Verdan Studios 29/05/08

I have just finished a wee photoshoot for Verdan Studio down in Portobello. I have recorded some drums there and plan to go in soon and get some brass done for the new Flash Callahan Ep. Its not only a top recording studio though. It also has excellent practice rooms too and I would recommend it to any band.

Hooverfish painting at The RSA 24/05/08

My first painting in years called Tower#1 is currently on display in Thr Royal Scottish Academy on The Mound in Edinburgh till the 25th June 2008. Its the first in a series of multi-media painting on The Towers Of Leith. I plan on doing a series of painting based on the various high building in Leith. Can't quite make up my mind if they are nice or just hideous peices of architecture. Watch this site more information on any up and coming Hooverfish exhibitions.

Flash Callahan on Sky Sports 01/05/08

Sky Sports Super Sunday live football show is currently featuring Flash Callahan's 'Do You Know The Truth'. The track will now feature on the show till the end of the football season. Even if your team is getting hammered then at least you'll have a bit of Flash Callahan to pick you're down... and you're welcome.

About

Hooverfish

Although Hooverfish is one person, me, I work with various musicians, designers, artists and photographers to produce work in various fields. Ranging from music for film, TV and for general release , music production, creating websites and logos to a bit of photography. Please look around the site and check out my work, colaborations etc...
If you would like more information on my services then feel free to email me at: info@hooverfish.co.uk

Flash Callahan

Flash Callahan is Hooverfish's funky other-self and is signed to London based label Jalapeno Records. With one Ep in the bag (the critically acclaimed 'Do You Know The Truth') expect more releases on Jalapeno soon. Check out the Flash Callahan myspace or go to the Jalapeno Records website for more info.

Spectrum

Spectrum is a unique all day festival for the creative industies which I co-promote. It is held in Edinburgh's historic and most beautiful venue, The Queens Hall. Happening twice a year each event host up to 20 of the best up and coming bands playing on 2 stages, Short films and talks, Multi-media, Vjing and the Spectrum market place where record labels, designers, colleges and organisations show their wares. You can also get your tea as food and drink is sold throughtout the day. For more information on Spectrum then visit the Spectrum website or email : info@spectrumfest.co.uk

Ten Storeys High

Ten Storeys High were formed from the remnants of my old band Babacool in 2005. Callum and Steve initially started out doing a few acoustic gigs but in 2006 they were joined by Colin Usher on drums and Ewan Beck on Bass. I have worked with them closely over the last few years recording and producing their releases on Sweet Day Records. For more info the visit the Ten Storeys High website.