Glasgow’s rising indie outfit Brontës have officially released their long-awaited self-titled debut album, arriving today. A bold introduction to the band’s evolving sound, the record captures both their playful pop sensibilities and a newfound emotional depth.
Brontës
Recorded at Beetroot Studios with producer Stuart MacLeod, Brontës presents a confident and polished collection of tracks that blend jangly indie textures with sharp, melodic songwriting. The band describe the process as transformative, highlighting the studio experience as something “close to magic” and crediting MacLeod’s belief in the project as a driving force behind the record.
Stylistically, the album channels a vibrant mix of influences — think the groove-led flair of Tom Tom Club colliding with the attitude and edge of Chrissie Hynde — while still carving out a distinct identity of its own. Beneath its bright, hook-filled exterior lies what the band describe as their most vulnerable work to date, marking a significant step forward in both sound and storytelling.
Brontës
Formed in 2021, Brontës — made up of Eva Watt (vocals/guitar), Amelia Haldane (drums/vocals), Erin (guitar/vocals) and Katie (bass/vocals) — have steadily built momentum on the live circuit. From a sold-out headline show at King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut to festival appearances across the UK, the quartet have developed a reputation as one of Glasgow’s most exciting emerging acts.
Their journey to this debut has been marked by a string of singles and releases that showcase their growth, including early tracks like First Hand Arrogance and Groove, followed by Down To You, He’s Not Racist, and their 2024 EP Element of Revival. More recent singles such as Strange Town and Headlines further hinted at the direction the band would take on this full-length release.
Now, with Brontës available across digital formats as well as a range of limited vinyl editions — including green, red, and a special amber pressing — the band step confidently into their next chapter. It’s a debut that not only reflects how far they’ve come, but signals even bigger things ahead for one of Scotland’s brightest new indie voices.
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