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SEA FAIRIES (WE'RE NOT ALONE IN THIS LAKE)
RELEASED 17th February 2026

"This quickly explodes in the chorus, as it becomes soaring to the point that it almost takes off. It’s one of the most powerful choruses you’ll hear this month for certain"

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Nikki Court

Mix It All Up

"Verse Metrics clearly follow their own lead, not resorting to the tried and instead testing new formulations so that the listener is genuinely invited into new pastures of sound... left me partially confused, but fully exhilarated"

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John Doe

Codetic

"slowly reveals a deep, shimmering undercurrent, layering ghostly atmospheres over a structure that refuses to move in straight lines"

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John Doe

Codetic

Verse Metrics return with Sea Fairies (We’re Not Alone In This Lake), the first single from their long-awaited debut album Descents.

The track marks a confident evolution of the band’s sound, diving deep into themes of emotion, memory and connection.

Recorded with Jamie Savage at Chem19 Studios (The Twilight Sad, Errors, FOUND) and mastered by Alan
Douches at West West Side Music (Frightened Rabbit, Sufjan Stevens, LCD Soundsystem), Descents fuses the
cerebral precision of math rock with the widescreen emotion of post rock and shoegaze. The album builds soundscapes that shift
between beauty and unease. Every track is charged with urgent rhythms, haunting vocals and soaring, cinematic
crescendos.

Formed in 2009, Verse Metrics comprise Robert Dick (vocals, guitar), Al Conway (guitar), Kevin O’Hagan (bass),
Pete Colquhoun (drums) and Chris MacKinnon (keys). The band have earned a reputation for meticulous
musicianship and emotional depth. They have played over 100 live shows, and released the acclaimed EPs VM1,
Radians and We’ll Be Listening And Remembering Until We’re Old And Unsteady (Lonely Voyage Records). They
have received support from Clash Magazine, Prog Magazine, The Scotsman, The Herald, Artrocker, BBC Radio 6,
BBC Radio Scotland and Kerrang! Radio, among others.

The artwork for Descents reflects the band’s attention to detail and long-form storytelling. It is a bespoke
commission by Michelle Campbell, whose evolving painting process will be revealed gradually alongside each
single release. This will culminate in the full artwork and album unveiling later in 2026.

"will have your fist reaching for the sky quicker than a pistol shrimp knocks out it's prey"

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John Doe

Codetic

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"blends the key factors of post-rock, math rock and emo with aplomb – there’s all the atmospherics, intricacies and emotive hooks you could ask for"

Alt Dialogue

“their songs were a treat, offering sharp alternative rock that delivered waves of noise delightfully, and uncoiled in a bruising, jagged manner.”

Jonathan Geddes

Evening Times

"it’s way too complex for the casual, relaxed listener. Radians is the work of a band that ask for your full and undivided emotional attention; giving it to them reaps hugely rich rewards."

Dan Carson

GoldFlakePaint

"chaotic musicality, filled with eerie tones, pulsating drum beats, and math rock-inspired guitar chords to create something undeniably unique"

The Vinyl District

"exquisite musicianship with very little give or room for breath"

Chris Kelman

Ravechild

“Kind of melodic, mathy alt-rock with hints of Death Cab for Cutie, Stapleton… even some Mogwai in there”

Vic Galloway

BBC Radio Scotland

"Verse Metrics have made a record that really hits you square in the heart. Its melodies are rich and its delivery is sincere. Showing off it’s gorgeous post-rock jacket, ‘We’ll Be Listening…” is sure to soundtrack your winter."

Ben Forrester

Birthday Cake for Breakfast

"Interpol and The National could be mentioned, given a fresh twist by a band intent on finding their own voice"

Robin Murray

Clash Magazine

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