I am Lloyd James Fay and I’m a Glasgow based musician rooted in the classic singer-songwriter style from the 60s and 70s with some alternative rock leanings. I’m influenced by the likes of Neil Young and James Taylor but also those who have added their own twist via the alt-rock of the 90s and beyond such as Father John Misty, Malcolm Middleton and Beck.

I released 5 EPs with my previous band Thula Borah enjoying positive coverage in the likes of Stereogum.

Since the dissolution of Thula Borah in 2019 I am now focussing on performing solo. In April 2013 I released my debut album The Black River Chronicles, an introspective reflection on formative years, childhood stories and forlorn first love in suburban Lanarkshire’s creaking post-steel industry suburbs on independent label Platform Records, which was recorded at Gargleblast studios with renowned producer/engineer Andy Miller (Mogwai, Arab Strap, De Rosa).

I have since performed solo at Celtic Connections, Spree, Live@Troon, Perthshire Amber and MugStockamongst other festivals. And my music has featured on Hollyoaks, BBC and Amazing Radio. I have headlined Nice N Sleazy and played at renowned venues such as King Tuts.

In May 2020 I released the EP Fake Depth on Kill Jester Records, funded by Creative Scotland. Recorded once again with Andy Miller it is a rumination on modern technology, internet culture and these strange, divisive times. In some ways a personal documentation of my journey from internet utopian to dystopian.

“…expertly written, scathing social commentary” – New Found Sound (Scotland on Sunday) “…thoughtful and provocative…pretty poignant stuff” – Independent Music