Meanwhile tensions within the band, who openly admit to their fondness for arguments, were making progress difficult and in May 2007 Michael left the band to work on other things, going on to form slacker-rock band wonderswan The band have continue to build on their already formidable reputation; a Japanese EP released in 2007 sold out, as with their debut 7” release on Dance To The Radio. After a whole month of touring with Bloc Party as part of the “Bloctober” Tour, and a hometown stage headline slot at the now infamous Brainwash Festival, Emilia Ergin retired from her position in the band and was promptly replaced by former Mother Vulpine guitarist - Lins Wilson. During October 2009, the band released a new, (currently) albumless single Double Negative. After recording demos during their Winter hibernation, Grammatics returned to the live scene with shows in Leeds, York and London in preparation for their sets along SXSW in Austin, Texas. A host of new songs were debuted including; Stalinesque, Mutant Rev, Cedars Sinai, Stankin and Church Of The Great. Current line-up includes: Owen Brinley - Vocals, Guitar, Sampler, Keys|Lins Wilson - Cello|James Field - Drums|Rory O’Hara - Bass, Percussion, General on-stage comedy |
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