The Cinematics

The Cinematics
In performance at at the Barfly, Camden, April 2009
Background information
Origin	Glasgow, Scotland, UK
Genres	Post-punk revival Indie rock Alternative rock
Years active	2003–present
Labels	The Orchard
Website	http://www.thecinematics.com/

The Cinematics are an alternative rock band from Scotland, currently based in Glasgow. The original line-up of Scott Rinning (vocals, guitar), Adam Goemans (bass), Ramsay Miller (guitar) and Ross Bonney (drums) formed in Glasgow, but they originally met at school.

The band were signed to TVT Records in 2005 after playing at an "In the City" showcase gig in Manchester. Their debut album A Strange Education was produced by Simon Barnicott (Arctic Monkeys, Kasabian, Editors, Kaiser Chiefs) and Stephen Hague (New Order, Blur, Pet Shop Boys), and released on March 6, 2007. The band has, to date, enjoyed success predominately in the USA and continental Europe.

In early 2008, it was reported that TVT Records was suffering financial difficulties and was forced to file for Chapter 11/Bankruptcy. The label and its assets were purchased by New York-based digital-distribution company, The Orchard. Much of the TVT roster was dropped, but The Cinematics’ recording contract was retained. Around the same time, the band parted company with Ramsay Miller, who was replaced by Larry Reid, who had previously played with the band live on tour.

In their Myspace blogs, the band reported at various stages that they were writing and self-producing their second studio album, despite suggestions that it would be produced by Richard Gottehrer (Blondie, Dr Feelgood, Richard Hell).

The Cinematics' second album, Love and Terror, was released on 6th October 2009. The album has a darker, more raw sound than that found on their debut album, although there have been examples of synthesisers being used in addition to guitars, bass and drums, and the songs appear to be more lyric-based. The band’s website confirms that they will be touring Europe extensively in 2010 and in their Myspace blogs they have stated that they expect to return to North America also. In interviews the band have also stated that they expect to write and record a third album, between touring, for release in 2010, although this has yet to be confirmed.

Band Members

• Ross Bonney: drums
• Adam Goemans: bass
• Scott Rinning: lead vocals, guitar
• Larry Reid: lead guitar (Joined Spring 2008)

Former member

• Ramsay Miller: lead Guitar (Left March 2008)

Equipment

• Ross Bonney: Yamaha Drums, Vic Firth sticks
• Adam Goemans: Fender 76 Precision bass, Ampeg bass head and 4x10 cab
• Scott Rinning: Fender Telecaster, Fender Hot Rod Deluxe Amp, Boss / MXR pedals
• Larry Reid: Fender Jaguar, various effects pedals, Vox amp

Trivia

• The video for The Cinematics' second single, "Break", features a guest appearance by Chris Cain, bassist from Californian band We Are Scientists.

• "Sunday Sun" from A Strange Education is a cover of the Beck song, from the album Sea Change.
• Bassist Adam Goemans is known to be a fan of all things ninja related and can often be found relaxing to 'foot meets head' movies.

• Drummer Ross Bonney is a keen mathematician and also stated in a recent MTV interview his secret wish to be a Gorilla with superpowers.

Discography

Studio Albums:

• A Strange Education (March 2007)
• Love and Terror (September 2009)

Singles:

• "Chase" (October 2005) (UK #197)
• "Break" (November 2006) (UK #129)
• "Keep Forgetting" (February 2007)
• "Love and Terror" (August 10, 2009)
• "New Mexico" (September 14, 2009)

EPs:

• Live Sessions EP (2007) (iTunes exclusive download)

External links

• The Cinematics' MySpace
• The Cinematics' Official Website
• The Cinematics - A Strange Education Album Review
• The Second Supper Review of "Love and Terror"