The View

The View formed in Dundee in 2005, Kyle Falconer, Kieren Webster, Pete Reilly, and Steven Morrison developing a sound rooted in indie rock and post-punk that was immediately raw and energetic. Falconer's vocals were distinctive and expressive, and the band's songs combined melodic directness with a youthful energy that gave them an immediate appeal within the mid-2000s British indie scene.

They were signed to 1965 Records and released 'Hats Off to the Buskers' (2007) to strong commercial success — a melodically direct indie rock record that produced 'Same Jeans' and 'Wasted Little DJs' and established them as one of the most commercially successful new Scottish acts. 'Same Jeans' in particular was one of the most enjoyable Scottish singles of the decade — a hook-driven, energetic song that reached the UK top ten.

The View have continued to record and perform with remarkable consistency, releasing new music into the 2020s. They are one of the most enduring acts of the mid-2000s Scottish indie scene — a band whose combination of raw energy, melodic directness, and Falconer's distinctive vocals has sustained a devoted following. ⚠ Flag: most recent release — verify latest album.