British band Police Dog Hogan, known for their distinctive blend of country, folk and bluegrass, will perform at Edinburgh’s Voodoo Rooms on 5 April as part of their Spring 2025 tour.
The eagerly anticipated performance follows the release of their latest album “LIGHTNING STRIKE,” now available on all streaming platforms as well as CD and vinyl. The title track and new single, “LIGHTNING STRIKE,” has already become a firm live favourite and serves as an apt metaphor for the album’s unique creation.
Recorded over a single weekend at Middle Farm Studios in Devon, the band took a deliberately vintage approach to production. No technology developed after 1971 was used, with the entire album recorded directly onto 2-inch tape as the band played live together in one room.
The new album features fresh compositions including “Money Can’t Love You Back,” “I Might As Well Try,” “Tomorrow Will Be Better,” and “Feel It in My Bones.” It also includes long-standing live favorites that didn’t make it onto their previous two studio recordings, such as “Old Guitar,” “3 Drinks,” and “One Thing For Certain.” Fans will be delighted by the revamped version of their well-known track “Shitty White Wine.”
Ken Ansell designed the album artwork with a deliberately retro feel that perfectly complements the organic recording process.
Formed in 2009, Police Dog Hogan have become fixtures on the UK festival circuit, with appearances at major events including Glastonbury, Cornbury, Cropredy, Latitude, Beautiful Days, and the Sidmouth Folk Festival. Their reputation continues to grow, with their song “Devon Brigade” receiving a nomination for best original song at the AMA-UK Awards in 2018.
Their previous album “Overground,” produced by George Murphy at Eastcote Studios, produced fan favorites “Westward Ho!” and “Hold On.” The band has developed a loyal following through their captivating live performances, which blend a mixture of humour, fine song smithery and pathos and fill numerous venues around the UK Their popularity is evidenced by sold-out shows at prestigious London venues including Shepherds Bush Empire, Scala, Union Chapel, Lafayette, and the Clapham Grand.
In November 2024, the band released the single “Pull Away,” inspired by the RNLI’s 200th anniversary. The song pays tribute to the volunteer lifesavers by telling the story of a daring Christmas Day rescue off Devon’s south coast.
Police Dog Hogan features James Studholme (guitar and vocals), Tim Dowling (banjo, guitar, and vocals), Edward Bishop (fiddle, mandolin, and vocals), Shahen Galichian (accordion, piano, harmonica, and vocals), Don Bowen (bass and vocals), and Al Hamer (drums and vocals). “LIGHTNING STRIKE” was produced by Pete Miles at Middle Farm Studios in Devon.
Tickets for the April 5th show at Edinburgh’s Voodoo Rooms are available now.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Police Dog Hogan’s unique sound and energetic live performance.
