The Guillotines - 'Antagonistic' EP

Formed in Glasgow in 2019 they are at the forefront of the Scottish punk scene. Featuring John (Rhythm Guitar + Vocals), Steve (Bass + Vocals), Davie Snakes (Trumpet + Vocals), Micah (Lead Guitar + Vocals) and Andy (Drums + Vocals).

Releases include in 2020 album ‘ Etiquette of the Unjust and Righteous’ and in 2021 ‘Parche’ and here we are in 2022 with a new imminent album release of ‘Antagonistic’.

As a teaser to this 2022 release the band have given us a 5 track EP taken from ‘Antagonistic’ to wet the appetite.

‘Time’s Up’ opens the tracks with a slow pitched strong trumpet playing from Davie but moves right into solid guitar playing from Micah and John and a mix of colourful lyrics that sets the scene.

‘Maggie’s Back’ has its own definite political message that outlines the bands and genres clear view of where we seem to be in this overtly political world. Strongest guitar playing on the release from Micah on this one.

‘Troglodyte’, had to look up what this meant, seems that its a ‘Cave dweller or hermit’ , this comes through in the lyrics, kind of puts all of us into perspective of where we are socially. Love Davie’s trumpet playing right through this one, blends in well with the rhythm section of Andy and Steve, as does the next track ‘Enemy’.

‘The Watchers of Black Tower’ brings the EP to a close with great guitar solo work from Micah and has the moodiest vocals between the 5 tracks, its probably the closest to a heavy rock/metal track on the EP.

Look forward to hearing the rest of the tracks that will form the full ‘Antagonistic’ album. Go catch these guys live and if you can’t make sure you order this EP or wait for the album.