The Fratellis: Band Overview and History

Introduction

• Origin: Scottish rock band from Glasgow, formed in 2005.
• Members:
  • Jon Fratelli (lead vocals, guitar)
  • Barry Fratelli (bass guitar)
  • Mince Fratelli (drums)
• Genres: Indie rock, alternative rock.
• Active Years: 2005-2009, 2012-present.
• Labels: Cooking Vinyl, Island, BMG.

Achievements

• Debut album Costello Music (2006) peaked at #2 on UK Albums Chart.
• Won 2007 BRIT Award for Best British Breakthrough Act.
• Costello Music sold over 1.1 million copies in the UK.
• Known for singles like "Chelsea Dagger" and "Whistle for the Choir", which were UK top ten hits.

Key Albums and Releases

Costello Music (2006)

• Successful debut, charted at #2 in the UK, #48 in the US Billboard 200.
• Singles: "Henrietta", "Chelsea Dagger", "Whistle for the Choir", "Baby Fratelli", "Ole Black 'n' Blue Eyes".

Here We Stand (2008)

• Followed by a hiatus period due to exhaustion and internal conflicts.

We Need Medicine (2013)

• Marked return from hiatus, debuted at #26 on UK Albums Chart, considered a commercial disappointment.

Eyes Wide, Tongue Tied (2015)

• Improved chart performance.

In Your Own Sweet Time (2018)

• Continued success with top performances in Scotland.

Half Drunk Under a Full Moon (2021)

• Latest release delayed due to COVID-19 pandemic.

Band Timeline and Highlights

2005-2006: Formation and Early Success

• Formed from ads placed in Glasgow record stores.
• First live performance in March 2005.
• The Fratellis EP released in April 2006.

2007-2009: Mainstream Success and Hiatus

• Released first live DVD, Edgy In Brixton (2007).
• Toured extensively, supporting acts like Kasabian and The Police Reunion Tour.
• Covered songs like "All Along the Watchtower" for Radio 1's anniversary.

2012-2016: Reunion and New Direction

• Reunited for Eilidh Brown Memorial Fund show in 2012.
• Released We Need Medicine in 2013, followed by Eyes Wide, Tongue Tied in 2015.
• Celebrated 10-year anniversary of Costello Music with a UK tour.

2017-Present: Recent Works

• Released In Your Own Sweet Time (2018) and Half Drunk Under a Full Moon (2021).
• Pandemic affected release and tour schedules.

Additional Information

• Side projects include Jon's solo project and Codeine Velvet Club collaboration with Lou Hickey.
• Band members have explored different musical ventures during breaks.

Current Members and Touring Personnel

• Jon Fratelli: Lead vocals, guitar, piano.
• Barry Fratelli: Bass guitar.
• Mince Fratelli: Drums.
• Additional touring members include Will Foster (keyboards) and others for live performances.

Discography

• Costello Music (2006)
• Here We Stand (2008)
• We Need Medicine (2013)
• Eyes Wide, Tongue Tied (2015)
• In Your Own Sweet Time (2018)
• Half Drunk Under a Full Moon (2021)

Awards

• 2007 BRIT Award for Best British Breakthrough Act.
• 2008 Silver Clef Award for Best British Band.
• 2008 European Border Breakers Awards for Best European Border Breaking Act.

Links

• Official Website