After selling out their debut album launch night in their hometown, Edinburgh quartet, The OK Social Club, picked up “Best Live Act” at the Scottish Alternative Music awards.
Hosted by Billy Kirkwood the SAMA’S were held in Glasgow’s Garage where it showcased the cream of Scotland’s new music. The Scottish acts are shortlisted by industry experts and then put to the public vote.
Nominees for best live act were:-
VIGO THEIVES, UNITED FRUIT, MEURSAULT, ROADWAY & THE OK SOCIAL CLUB
The awards were presented by Scotland’s top DJ’s Ally McCrae, Jim Gellatly and Vic Galloway. The last category of the evening to be announced was Best Live Act, which Jim Gellatly presented to The OK Social Club.
The night ended with the “Best Live Act” THE OK SOCIAL CLUB playing to a sell out crowd.
“We were delighted to be nominated and felt that was an achievement in itself. There were some great bands in our category so to win was a great surprise. We see ourselves as a live band first and foremost; it’s great to know that’s the hard work we are putting in is being recognised. The event itself was cool, really cool, it was run well there weren’t any problems on the night but there was still that anarchic smell in the air. It was a real sort of Rock and Roll awards night. Credit has to go to founder Richy Muirhead, he is a real gentleman and puts a great deal of work into these shows each year.
We would also like to thank our fans who played a huge part in us winning this award. Some didn’t only vote but shared our music online and encouraged their friends and family to vote too, for this we are extremely grateful”
Raff, Chris, Gordy & Jordan
Submitted by Mia Farrell
