Scars

Scars formed in Edinburgh in 1977, Robert King, Paul Research, John Mackie, and Calumn MacKay developing a sound rooted in post-punk and new wave that was immediately angular and melodic. King's vocals were warm and distinctive, and the band's songs combined post-punk energy with a melodic directness that gave them a distinctive identity within the early-1980s Scottish indie scene.

They were signed to Pre Records and released their debut album 'Author! Author!' (1981) to strong reviews — a melodically rich post-punk record that produced 'Your Attention Please' and 'Adult/ery' and established them as one of the most underrated new Scottish acts. The album's combination of angular post-punk and melodic pop sensibility made it one of the hidden gems of the early-1980s British indie scene.

Scars dissolved in 1982 following the commercial disappointment of their debut. They are remembered as one of the most underrated acts of the early-1980s Scottish post-punk scene — a band whose combination of angular energy, melodic gifts, and King's distinctive vocals produced music of genuine quality that deserves wider recognition. ⚠ Flag: label and release details — verify Pre Records and 1981 date.