Thrum announce ‘Rifferama’ reissued & reimagined along with new UK tour dates
The long-awaited reissue and remaster of “Rifferama” by the acclaimed debut album by Glasgow indie trailblazers Thrum, is set for release this June 26th on Fire Records, celebrating one of the most revered cult records of the 1990s UK guitar scene
Originally released to critical acclaim, “Rifferama” captured a moment when melody, distortion and emotional urgency collided to create something timeless. Now newly remastered from the original recordings, the album returns with enhanced depth and clarity, reaffirming its reputation as a lost classic of the era.
Fronted by the unmistakable voice of Monica Queen (also known for her work with Belle and Sebastian and Snow Patrol), Thrum’s sound blended shimmering pop hooks with driving, fuzz-laden riffs. Alongside Johnny Smillie’s distinctive guitar work, the band forged a sonic identity that stood proudly alongside the era’s most influential alternative acts.
The reissue follows renewed interest in the album, including a recent feature in the Glasgow Herald newspaper, where journalist Russell Blackstock hailed “Rifferama” as a “classic album” and revisited its enduring impact on Scotland’s musical landscape.
Speaking about the reissue, the band said: “Rifferama” was made in a blur of noise, instinct and belief. Hearing it remastered has been emotional — it sounds like we always hoped it would. We can’t wait to play these songs again and celebrate them properly.”
The long-awaited reissue and remaster of “Rifferama” by the acclaimed debut album by Glasgow indie trailblazers Thrum, is set for release this June 26th
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